Mondrian-style sliding doors conceal bar in contemporary kitchen renovation

Contemporary kitchen remodel by Angelica Henry with U-shaped bar, sliding doors, mirrored glass splashback, Chrysalis Me Squared acrylic surface

Sliding doors conceal part of this glittering bar dining room, furniture, interior design, room, table, gray, black — Sliding doors conceal part of this glittering bar in a house remodeled by designer Angelica Henry ASID and Linear Fine Woodworking.

The doors and the front of the island dining room, furniture, interior design, room, table, black, gray

Barn doors slide across to close off this architecture, glass, interior design, room, black

The adjoining kitchen cabinetry features a dark Raven interior design, gray, black

Large, open-plan living areas are ideal for entertaining, but the owners of this remodeled house took the idea one step further they created a separate bar at the side, with easy access to the pool terrace.

Designed by Angelica Henry and Alan Rosenthal of Linear Fine Woodworking, the bar continues the monochromatic black, gray and white color palette of the adjoining kitchen, but adds a little glitz.

"Here, we teamed a high-gloss black laminate with a Chrysalis Me Squared prismatic acrylic surface, which provides myriad sparkling reflections that pick up colors and shapes that change as you move through the room," says Henry.

The U-shaped bar forms a square, with a raised bar top and bar stools around three sides. The bar top features a quartz surface imbedded with mirror accents, which reinforce the sparkle.

"There is also a lower counter for the host or bar tender to prepare drinks," says Henry. "We added a small refrigerator and plenty of storage as well."

As with the kitchen cabinets, the bar is supported by stainless steel feet that help to lighten the perceived mass of the cabinetry. The stools also have metal legs.

However, much of the visual drama comes from the rear wall. The barn doors glide open to reveal a mirrored wall featuring glass shelving suspended by cables. This showcases decorative bottles and glassware.

"We also added a small sink area with a modern faucet," says Henry. "A wine cabinet sits beneath the counter."

The designer says the owners keep this area closed off unless they are entertaining, which enhances the sense of it being a "special occasion" feature.

Close to the pool terrace, the bar is well positioned to service both indoor and outdoor entertaining areas.