Dalkey, Co. Dublin

Dalkey Home Bar

The Dalkey Home Bar is a perfect blend of functionality and elegance. Designed to seamlessly integrate with the kitchen cabinetry, this drinks station transforms from discreet storage by day to an inviting social space by night. Featuring traditional Shaker-style twin doors, a warm stained oak interior, and custom glass racks, this home bar is not just a practical addition but a stylish centrepiece.

The Project

Location

Dalkey, Co. Dublin

Rooms

Home bar

Style

Discreet worktop dresser beside the cooking area

Materials

Painted Shaker-style doors, gris-belge stained oak interior, brass butt hinges, mirrored back panel

Signature Detail

Twin doors that swing back flush against the cabinetry to keep the cooking area clear

Investment

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The Brief

The client wanted a dedicated drinks station that integrated seamlessly with the kitchen cabinetry. Situated right next to the main cooking area, it needed to be easily accessible for evening entertaining while remaining completely discreet during the day.

Shaker-style twin-door cabinet with drawers below, brass knobs, beside a range cooker and stone splashback
Shaker-style twin doors open to reveal a stained oak interior with glass racks, spirits and lit shelving above drawers

The Details

Designed as a worktop dresser, this piece features traditional Shaker-style twin doors. Hung on exposed brass butt hinges, they swing wide to rest flush against the adjacent cabinetry, keeping the busy cooking area clear. The softly painted exterior gives way to a subtle ‘gris-belge’ stained oak interior, its warmth enhanced by integrated LED lighting. Hanging glass racks and a mirrored back panel reflect the light, adding depth and sophistication to the cabinet.

Open twin Shaker doors reveal a stained oak interior home bar with glass racks, spirits, glassware and brass fittings
Shaker-style twin doors open to reveal a stained oak interior with glass racks, spirits and lit shelving

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Questions About This Home Bar

It is designed as a worktop dresser. The Shaker-style twin doors hang on exposed brass butt hinges and swing wide to rest flush against the adjacent cabinetry, keeping the busy cooking area clear.

A subtle ‘gris-belge’ stained oak, warmed by integrated LED lighting, with hanging glass racks and a mirrored back panel.

By day it is elegant, streamlined storage. Open the doors in the evening and the warm glow turns the kitchen into a social space.

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