The finest home bars serve as more than mere storage for bottles and glassware; they act as a design-led focal point within a living or dining room.
A successful home bar requires both generous storage and a practical surface for crafting cocktails. We recently caught a glimpse of Goldie Hawn's bar in an Instagram post, and it perfectly encapsulates these ideals.
Departing from the traditional built-in home bar, Hawn utilizes a two-layered console. This setup is particularly inviting during the festive season, as the bottom row neatly organizes wine bottles – creating a sophisticated mix of materials – while the top shelf holds a tray of glassware with plenty of room to stir up a spiced winter punch. Its rustic aesthetic harmonizes beautifully with her hardwood floors, floral rug, and glass table, as shown below.
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Elevate every sip with these elegant stemless wine glasses, finished with a gold rim that brings Goldie-inspired sophistication to any gathering. Crafted from durable, high-quality materials, they’re designed to retain their refined look through countless wine tastings.
No bar cart is complete without a set of coupes. The Marie coupes feature a classic silhouette and are perfect for the festive season, whether you’re serving citrusy cosmos or rich, wintry eggnog.
With multiple tiers, Drew’s timeless bar cart stores an array of hosting essentials. Minimal enough to endure years of changing trends yet versatile enough to be styled up or down for any occasion, it’s effortlessly adaptable.
This 5-piece set creates a cohesive look for your home bar or tabletop, making any setup feel intentional and well styled, the Goldie way.
This four-piece stainless steel set makes home mixology both easy and stylish, giving you all the essential tools to craft cocktails with confidence (we're sure your guests will love it, too).
This rustic-style bar cabinet offers ample space for your favorite spirits and all the essentials you need to serve them with ease and style.
Goldie is certainly following a trend. Styling a console table as a bar is a designer-approved method to elevate your hosting game.
Cory Alisa Ferris, a San Francisco-based principal designer, explains: 'An open, two-tiered console is a sophisticated alternative to a standard bar or bar cart. Goldie Hawn’s French-style sideboard is elegant and provides appropriate surface area and storage. An elongated top offers enough space to prepare and serve, with plenty of room for standby glasses or fresh flowers. The shelf below displays her collection of barware, a shimmering collection of metallics and glass.'
This approach also maximizes dining room storage. Ferris adds: 'Two sets of shallow drawers below each surface deliver a hideaway for bar tools and napkins. This piece is especially handy as it has a closed cabinet at each end which can stow away larger bar items or tablecloths.' Such hidden compartments are ideal for tucking away seasonal linens once the New Year’s celebrations conclude.
Beyond its utility, Hawn's small home bar idea enhances the atmosphere of a home. Nitya Seth, Design Head at Niyanmya, notes: 'An open-home bar connects living and entertainment spaces and allows a sense of fluidity in-home use. With the help of such a design, social flow works well because the bar is placed in the center of the room, where people can walk up at any time. It also physically extends the space by making a small room appear larger.'
In a layout like this, glassware evolves into a decorative element. Seth says: 'This design works to give the space a decorative function. There is clear glass and shiny barware, which gives the room a classy feel and look. Also, it makes those items easy to use, and increases use since they are placed within easy reach when hosting guests.'
To recreate this look, focus on your specific household needs while considering the cozy, indoor nature of the winter months.
Ferris suggests: 'To emulate this, look at home, search for a piece that offers appropriate functionality to mix and serve, and pairs well with the surrounding design aesthetic. Goldie’s additional furnishings in this space are also French-inspired, so the console blends well with the tone of the room. I would suggest including a serving tray, especially if the top isn’t slab or glass, similar to the marble and brass piece seen here.'
When your furniture exists at the intersection of style and function, your home becomes the ultimate destination for seasonal gatherings.
