Harry’s Bar

Garage with Built-in Bar | Minneapolis, MN

Who is Harry?

This Minneapolis garage, named after the Owner’s beloved dog Harry, is an example of attention to detail, both in design and execution. The client set out to create a new garage to match his historic home. He wanted a garage that could do both: store his car and host late afternoon soirees.

Careful consideration was made to match the historic home’s turn-of-century brick color and the brick coursing (pattern). Unfortunately, the closest color matched brick was the wrong size. Thus, we worked with talented craftspeople at Welch Foresman to cut each brick in half, which turned the large utility bricks into slimmer Roman bricks. We drew the specific brick coursing to ensure that the structure would match the historic proportions of the home.

Framing the Courtyard

The bar faces the home to create an inviting backyard courtyard. The bar’s custom rolling screen open up to reveal a countertop, creating a welcoming spot for friends and family to gather.

Project Collaborators: Welch Forsman Associates and Bunkers and Associates. Photography by Alyssa Lee Photography.

Awards: 2024 RAVE Awards, 2022 Midwest Home Design Awards

Publications: Featured in Star Tribune