How to build a basement bar

Many of us have cluttered or underutilized space in our garage or backyard. But sometimes those spaces can be turned into a relaxing retreat for friends and family. As the 2015 summer interns at Simpson Strong-Tie, we designed a DIY bar to make unused space a pleasant place to relax. The home bar is common in many kitchens or outdoor areas; however, this DIY bar opens a door for personalization. Whether you’re looking to create a DIY cocktail lounge in the garage, a full-scale tropical bar…

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I wanted to create a rustic bar, but have it be functional. And I also really liked the look of the gray IKEA kitchen cabinets.