For a wine connoisseur or avid wine collector, there comes a point when a collection calls for more than your average wine rack or case. It might be exciting to graduate a wine cellar that provides abundant storage — at the right temperature, of course — as well as an interesting way to enjoy the wine with family and friends.Whether you're storing a dozen bottles, or a hundred, wine cellars range from small fridges to walk-in coolers. Spend some time looking through various contemporary wine cellar designs and consider the following tips before diving into planning your own.

How do I upgrade from a wine rack to a wine cellar without a dedicated space?

If you or anyone at home enjoys and takes wine seriously, a purpose-built contemporary wine cellar is a worthwhile investment. You don’t need 500 bottles or a dedicated room to more to reap the benefits of a wine cellar. While a basement or dedicated space opens up many more contemporary wine cellar design options, you can invest in a small wine cooler to keep 20-odd bottles chilled to perfection and can sit within your kitchen. Kitchen wine cellars do not take up extra space and most times can be fitted in any corner. They also come in a wide variety, you can opt for a portable or a fixed one depending on the space available. If you already have a home bar then think about investing in a portable wine cellar for when you host parties.

What should I include in my wine cellar?

You can pick a wine cellar design that suits your collection and space. If you are wine collector probably should invest in a dedicated contemporary walk-in cooler with large wall-mounted racks or several tall wine fridges. For the amateur or beginner, a home bar with a wine fridge and small rack should be sufficient. You can also creatively mimic a winery by turning it into an entire tasting area. Add a dining table, bistro table or bar nearby, and be sure to keep handy accessories, like wine glasses and corkscrews, on hand.



Whether you want inspiration for planning a contemporary wine cellar renovation or are building a designer wine cellar from scratch, Houzz has 44 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Kaleido Architecture and Ad Interiors. Look through wine cellar photos in different colours and styles and when you find a contemporary wine cellar design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful contemporary wine cellar ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.