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100 DIY Backyard Outdoor Bar Ideas to Inspire Your Next Project

By Emilie Bradford
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76. Curved

A curved bar right beside the BBQ so you can sip on a drink as you enjoy your dinner.

77. Yeah Baby

This bar is shaggin’! Yeah, baby! It will definitely be the heart of the backyard during warm summer nights!

78. Curtains

Curtains are an easy way to open and close your bar area depending on the weather.

79. In The Wall

Build your bar right into the side of your house and give it a gorgeous coastal feel.

80. Monochrome Patterns

This bar is so stylish and has a very modern look with a monochrome illusional pattern.

81. French/Italian

Delicate arches, unique artwork, and elegant stools give this a French/Italian feeling that is relaxing.

82. Reclaimed Barnwood

Reclaimed barn wood makes this outdoor bar setup a farm-friendly furniture piece.

83. Metal Details

A rustic wooden outdoor bar that uses rusty sheet metal as a unique detailing.

84. Poolside

Spice up your backyard swimming pool with its very own nearby pool bar!

85. Bright Color

Proof that painting all your bar one bright color still looks amazing!

86. Plant Bar

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This gorgeous bar also functions as a spacey planter box so you can smell the flowers as you sip on a Long Island Iced Tea.

87. Kitchen and Bar

A charming outdoor BBQ kitchen and bar with a built-in umbrella and charming tile detailing.

88. Boho Bar

This stylish bar is a Boho dream for those who are looking for that Instagram-worthy hang out space.

89. Eclectic

An eclectic bar using deep purples, natural oranges, and funky patterns.

90. Fresh

An open concept with fresh tones, patterns, and detailing under a protected roof.

91. With a View

Dine and drink while overlooking and appreciating the stunning view that you’re fortunate to have.

92. Hanging Bar

Another example (and tutorial) of how you can build your own compact hanging bar.

93. Off to the Beach

A charmingly rustic beach bar with fun signs, nautical decorations, and of course pineapples!

94. Chevron

I love this chevron patterned wooden bar with unique tones and colors.

95. Salvaged Shutters

This intriguing bar was made from old shutters and rusty iron grills for a very original design.

96. Ladder

Did this idea ever cross your mind? Me neither! Very clever outdoor bar ideas to display your cocktail items.

97. Vintage

I am absolutely obsessed with this gorgeous cane vintage bar! A must-have for your backyard parties.

98. Decorate with Palms

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Give some life, color, and texture to a simple white bar with bright green palm leaves with this outdoor bar idea.

99. Party!

Make sure everybody knows what time it is… Party time!

100. Swings

Who says a bar needs bar stools? Opt for something more fun and relaxing like swings!

I feel like we’ve seen it all! From fun tiki bars to modern designs, from bright colors to monochrome tones, large permanent structures to moveable bar carts on wheels! Here you can find plenty outdoor bar ideas which meets whatever your hopes and dreams are.

Depending on your budget and the space available the outdoor bar ideas you choose for your backyard will vary. But to start, you can pick out elements from the photos above that you love and start to get creative. Designing your own outdoor bar is so much fun. But pouring your first cocktail when it’s done, is even better!

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