Custom Home Bars & Entertaining Spaces
Design a gathering space built for style, function, and unforgettable moments.
Elevate How You Entertain at Home
Whether you're hosting a cocktail hour or relaxing with family, a custom home bar adds style and function to your living space. At DesignLab, we design and build bespoke bar areas with fully integrated cabinetry, stone countertops, lighting, and storage, all tailored to your lifestyle. From sleek modern wet bars to full entertainment walls, we bring craftsmanship, creativity, and complete project management to every detail. Our team works with homeowners throughout McLean, Bethesda, Arlington, and the broader Washington, D.C. Metro to create spaces that are equally refined and inviting.
Designed Around Your Lifestyle
We tailor each home bar to how you like to relax and entertain, with thoughtful features like built-in wine storage, under-counter appliances, and open shelving.
Built to Impress and Endure
Our bars feature premium finishes — from hand-selected stone and wood to custom hardware and ambient lighting — designed to perform and age beautifully.
Why Homeowners Choose DesignLab for Custom Bars
Function Meets
Luxury
Each bar is designed with both beauty and usability in mind — whether it’s for entertaining, display, or everyday enjoyment.
Fully Custom
Fabrication
We craft cabinetry and millwork to fit your home’s aesthetic, delivering a truly seamless integration with adjacent rooms or open-concept layouts.
Streamlined,
In-House Process
Our team manages design, sourcing, fabrication, and installation in-house for a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish.
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Home Bars
- Can you build a home bar in a basement or an existing room?expand_more
- Yes. We can incorporate a custom bar into existing living spaces, basements, media rooms, or open-plan layouts.
- What features can be included in a custom bar?expand_more
- We offer built-in wine and beverage fridges, glass shelving, custom storage, LED lighting, sinks, and bar seating configurations.
- Do you provide custom cabinetry and stone for bars?expand_more
- Absolutely. All cabinetry and countertop materials are custom-fabricated for each project.
- Can a bar be combined with other living space upgrades?expand_more
- Yes. Many clients combine bars with media walls, entertainment spaces, or basement renovations for a cohesive result.
- Where do you build custom home bars?expand_more
- We work with homeowners in McLean, Arlington, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and throughout the Washington, DC Metro.
Our Process
We start with a collaborative consultation to align on your style, needs, and goals. Whether it’s a custom kitchen or luxury closet, we define a clear vision that sets the stage for a seamless project.
Our in-house design team brings your vision to life, refining layouts, selecting materials, and detailing every element. Before we begin, you’ll get a clear plan, transparent pricing, and full confidence.
With designs approved, our team handles fabrication and installation in-house, ensuring precision, consistency, and a flawless finish that reflects everything you envisioned.
Take Your Custom Bar to the Next Level With These Features:
Projects By DesignLab
Where We Work
DesignLab serves homeowners, designers, and builders throughout the Washington, D.C. Metro. We focus on high-end projects in some of the region’s most sought-after neighborhoods, bringing modern European design and precision craftsmanship to every home. With a showroom in Falls Church, our team is trusted across DC, Northern Virginia, and Southern Maryland.
Washington, D.C.
Chevy Chase | Georgetown | AU Park | Kalorama | Capitol Hill
Maryland
Bethesda | Chevy Chase | Potomac | Cabin John
Virginia
McLean | Great Falls | Arlington | Falls Church | Vienna | Oakton | Loudoun and Fairfax Counties
Don’t see your location listed? Contact us to find out if we can bring the DesignLab experience to your home.
What Our Clients Say About DesignLab
"They are professional, dedicated and friendly. I'd highly recommend."
Nasrin Fatema
What Our Clients Say About DesignLab
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Natural Decor for our closet and mudroom remodeling project. We are beyond thrilled with results. They did great job from the initial consultation to the final finishing."
Matt Bakir
What Our Clients Say About DesignLab
"We couldn't be more pleased with the incredible work Natural Decor did for our office renovation! From start to finish, they went above and beyond, completing the project on time and in the most professional manner.
Our entire crew is thrilled with the final result—it truly exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Natural Decor to anyone looking for quality, reliability, and an amazing end product. Without a doubt, we would work with them again in the future!"
Maria Clara Franco
What Our Clients Say About DesignLab
"We worked with the team at Natural Decor to create a media wall unit in our living room, and we are really happy with the results! The work was done in a day and a half, and the install team was very professional and organized while working.
We recommend Natural Decor to anyone looking for a great way to transform and modernize a space in their home. We surely plan to work with them again for future projects."
Sasha Azar
What Our Clients Say About DesignLab
"We were amazed at the level of transparency from this company to have. We decided to have our master closet and all of our kids closets done. The team was incredible. They are detail oriented, diligent, hold your hand throughout the entire design (the design team is great, true artists process, they worked with our budget. The communication is incredible they really over delivered.
We love our closets and the entire experience.
Shakil Islam
What Our Clients Say About DesignLab
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Natural Decor on a project to revamp my kitchen, and I can't help but express my sheer delight with the entire experience.
From the initial consultation to the final finishing touches, every step of the process was handled with unparalleled professionalism and craftsmanship. The team at Natural Decor demonstrated a keen eye for design, helping me choose the perfect kitchen cabinets that not only matched my aesthetic preferences but also enhanced the functionality of the space.
Beyond the technical expertise, the entire team was a joy to work with. Their friendly demeanor, punctuality, and commitment to timelines made the entire process stress-free. The project was completed efficiently, and the end result is a kitchen that has become the envy of all my friends and family."
Mohamed Boukdir
What Our Clients Say About DesignLab
"We used Natural Decor for shelving in our library as well as a desk in our office. See images. We wanted a front room in our house that stands out and looks great. They made great suggestions to us to help us stay within our budget and still get value with high-quality materials as well as a really beautiful look. I recommend working with the team and had a good experience - project manager was great!"
David Silverman
Let’s Build Your Signature Home Bar
Your space deserves thoughtful design and execution
Whether you envision a bold focal point or a discreet tucked-away retreat, our team will help you design a bar that fits your style and space.