{"id":2383,"date":"2018-04-19T12:30:56","date_gmt":"2018-04-19T16:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/?p=2383"},"modified":"2018-04-26T14:26:57","modified_gmt":"2018-04-26T18:26:57","slug":"how-to-create-a-tasteful-wine-cellar-in-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/how-to-create-a-tasteful-wine-cellar-in-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create a Tasteful Wine Cellar in Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The perfect wine cellar exudes elegance, sophistication, and intrigue. When taking a look at <\/span>some of the most extraordinary wine cellars in the world<\/span><\/a>, you\u2019ll see breathtaking landscapes, unlikely placement, and unique approaches to design, shelving, and lighting. With the right concept, blueprint, design, and execution, you can create a similar appeal in your home.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Components of a Captivating Cellar<\/b><\/h3>\n

From simple cellars under the steps to extravagant basement vaults, each wine cellar requires a strategy. Whether you already have a wine cellar or you\u2019re planning on starting a new project, it never hurts to look for new and creative ways to display wine in your home.<\/span><\/p>\n

Remember that you don\u2019t have to be a millionaire to complete a project of this scope. Wine cellars don\u2019t have to take up an entire room, nor do they need to be illuminated with the most expensive light on the market. Regardless of your budget, there are many options that will help you make your project one-of-a-kind. All you have to do is go into the process with a realistic plan in mind and fill in each piece of the puzzle accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Cultivating Creativity <\/b><\/h3>\n

Before you can dive into designing and creating your cellar, you have to start with one question: what\u2019s its purpose? It\u2019s important to make your wine cellar unique to <\/span>you<\/span><\/i>. Make sure you have an idea that serves your purpose and inspires you to keep adding on. <\/span><\/p>\n

Though it may seem a little overwhelming to create a cellar that accomplishes all your goals, it\u2019s much easier when you clearly lay out each step of creating your cellar and line it up with your objectives.<\/span><\/p>\n

Strategizing Step-by-Step<\/b><\/h3>\n

Once you\u2019re inspired and ready to start getting into designing a cellar of your own, follow these three steps to decide what look you want, how you\u2019ll create it, and (perhaps most importantly) the wine you\u2019ll fill it with. <\/span><\/p>\n

Each step ties into the others. You can\u2019t come up with a design plan without knowing how much space you have to make the project happen. And you\u2019ll never know what size your cellar should be without a scope of how big you want your wine selection to be. So as you plan, make sure you\u2019re keeping all three processes in mind at once.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step 1: Design
\n<\/b>The first ever wine cellars were created in ancient caves in Europe \u2014 but don\u2019t worry, you don\u2019t need to discover an underground cavern to have a great cellar. You can find ways to make your cellar look the way you want, piece by piece. Let\u2019s start with the general design components of every cellar:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Furniture
\n<\/b>Your furniture selection depends on whether or not you plan to host in your cellar. If your cellar takes up a whole room (or part of one) and you want to welcome a few quests to enjoy a glass, then add a couch, a few chairs, and a table or island that fits your color scheme and theme. <\/span><\/p>\n

Style
\n<\/b>Are you aiming for a traditional look? A rustic feel? How about a dark, gothic aesthetic? Keep your preferred theme in mind, because every other part of your cellar should match it. Make sure all the colors and stylistic elements work together to give the space a cohesive look. If your cellar is a smaller space, make sure it fits in with the decor of the rest of the house. <\/span><\/p>\n

Walls\/Floors
\n<\/b>If your cellar is a room of its own, walls and floors are an obvious part of the design process. You can choose from brick, natural and rugged stone, polished stone, wood, tile, and more. And when selecting floors, cold and hard surfaces are the best option. <\/span><\/p>\n

Lighting
\n<\/b>You should always use low-heat lighting options, like LEDs, to keep your wine cold. A soft light that won\u2019t disrupt your wine is always the best choice. To illuminate your collection even more, you can mix it up with chandeliers, accent lighting, backlights, and floor lights. A little extra lighting offers a different perspective on your space.<\/span><\/p>\n

Humidity and Cooling
\n<\/strong>For long term storage, wines do best at 50%-70% humidity and around 55 degrees Fahrenheit, which is why caves and basements have been popular wine cellar options for ages. You can achieve these storage conditions with a wine cooling system or an air conditioner and humidifier.<\/p>\n

Racks and Windows
\n<\/b>This is where you\u2019ll display the wine, so you should take pride in the racks you choose. Store your wine horizontally and stabilize it for no movement (vertical bottles cause dry corks, and even minor vibrations can cause sediment issues). You can store wine on the shelving of your choice,<\/span> or even add some roll-out drawers as long as they minimize vibration. To tie it all together, you can utilize doors and windows. For an artistic touch, you can add decorative French doors. To further protect your wine, consider adding some insulated windows.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now that you have all the basic components of design, you can figure out how you\u2019re actually going to bring it to life.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step 2: Creation\/Practicality<\/b><\/h3>\n

You can have a great idea for a wine cellar; but if you have nowhere to put it, you\u2019re stuck at a dead end. But even if you don\u2019t have an entire room to devote to your wine collection, there are plenty of ways to improvise. Here are some creative places to add a wine cellar throughout your home:<\/span>
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