A wine room is a great addition to a home. Cellars can add value in the right market and will level up the luxury of a property. Not only are wine rooms beautiful, but they also represent a status and quality. Wine rooms are ideal for entertaining and are great conversation starters.

Essential #1: Control the Room’s Conditions

The temperature, humidity, and light matter when it comes to adding a wine room to your home. This space needs to be completely climate-controlled for wine collection, ensuring that the humidity settings are optimal for the wine to age properly over time.

LED lights are typically the best choice for this space as they can illuminate while keeping cool; direct light should be avoided. It is also very important to ensure that this room is ventilated and protected from drafts.

Essential #2: Plan Storage Thoughtfully

The storage space used will determine the wine cellar’s conditions. It is important to consider the proper angles of the bottles, the vibrations emanated, and the stability of the racks. Part of this process is embracing the opportunity to be creative!

For smaller collections, single bottle depths are best; however, for the wine enthusiast with cases to showcase, making your storage a few bottles deep may be a better way to maximize storage. Floating shelves, built-in cabinets, large drawers, and wine fridges are all great options for display.

Essential #3: Opt for Durable Materials

Aesthetics and organization go hand-in-hand when creating your home's wine cellar. Be sure to choose materials that are durable, such as slate, tile, marble, and mahogany, so that you can easily clean up spills.

Performance fabrics for upholstered furnishings, such as nylon, polyester, ultra suede, and Sunbrella are great for wear and tear and are easy to clean. Most performance fabrics are also stain, water, and odor resistant.

Essential #4: Add Amenities that Complement the Room’s Style

Choosing your wine room's decor style and amenities is the best part! An area with comfortable seating for entertaining is always a must. A tasting table with bar stools is a nice touch. Do you want decorative barrels, wine cork baskets, or glass decanters?

You might be into the traditional dark wood and leather for a sultry and moody vibe, or a cove ceiling with a minimalist modern aesthetic. Whatever style you choose, if you're invested in it, you'll want it to look refined and elegant while delivering that wow effect. I'm always here to assist in creating all your home upgrade needs!

If you’d like additional guidance in designing a luxury wine room for your home, our renovation and new build consultation or one of our virtual interior design packages might be perfect for you.

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Warmly,
Celeste