Goldie Hawn’s Rustic Console Table Is the Sophisticated and Functional Design Alternative to the Traditional Bar Cart – And It's Oddly Replicable

The finest home bars serve as more than mere storage for bottles and glassware; they act as a design-led focal point within a living or dining room.

A successful home bar requires both generous storage and a practical surface for crafting cocktails. We recently caught a glimpse of Goldie Hawn's bar in an Instagram post, and it perfectly encapsulates these ideals.

Departing from the traditional built-in home bar, Hawn utilizes a two-layered console. This setup is particularly inviting during the festive season, as the bottom row neatly organizes wine bottles – creating a sophisticated mix of materials – while the top shelf holds a tray of glassware with plenty of room to stir up a spiced winter punch. Its rustic aesthetic harmonizes beautifully with her hardwood floors, floral rug, and glass table, as shown below.

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Goldie is certainly following a trend. Styling a console table as a bar is a designer-approved method to elevate your hosting game.

Cory Alisa Ferris, a San Francisco-based principal designer, explains: 'An open, two-tiered console is a sophisticated alternative to a standard bar or bar cart. Goldie Hawn’s French-style sideboard is elegant and provides appropriate surface area and storage. An elongated top offers enough space to prepare and serve, with plenty of room for standby glasses or fresh flowers. The shelf below displays her collection of barware, a shimmering collection of metallics and glass.'

This approach also maximizes dining room storage. Ferris adds: 'Two sets of shallow drawers below each surface deliver a hideaway for bar tools and napkins. This piece is especially handy as it has a closed cabinet at each end which can stow away larger bar items or tablecloths.' Such hidden compartments are ideal for tucking away seasonal linens once the New Year’s celebrations conclude.

Beyond its utility, Hawn's small home bar idea enhances the atmosphere of a home. Nitya Seth, Design Head at Niyanmya, notes: 'An open-home bar connects living and entertainment spaces and allows a sense of fluidity in-home use. With the help of such a design, social flow works well because the bar is placed in the center of the room, where people can walk up at any time. It also physically extends the space by making a small room appear larger.'

In a layout like this, glassware evolves into a decorative element. Seth says: 'This design works to give the space a decorative function. There is clear glass and shiny barware, which gives the room a classy feel and look. Also, it makes those items easy to use, and increases use since they are placed within easy reach when hosting guests.'

To recreate this look, focus on your specific household needs while considering the cozy, indoor nature of the winter months.

Ferris suggests: 'To emulate this, look at home, search for a piece that offers appropriate functionality to mix and serve, and pairs well with the surrounding design aesthetic. Goldie’s additional furnishings in this space are also French-inspired, so the console blends well with the tone of the room. I would suggest including a serving tray, especially if the top isn’t slab or glass, similar to the marble and brass piece seen here.'

When your furniture exists at the intersection of style and function, your home becomes the ultimate destination for seasonal gatherings.