At Derek James Woodworking, we believe the first impression of your home should reflect your style, your passions, and your hospitality. For this recent project, our clients asked us to transform the very first room guests see when walking through their front door—a dedicated wine room.
Before our build-out, the space had just a single wall of metal wine racks and a wine fridge. While functional, it didn’t make the welcoming, elevated statement they envisioned—or offer enough storage for their growing collection.
We worked with them to design and build a custom white oak wine room that’s both beautiful and highly functional. Now, it not only displays their collection with pride but also creates an inviting space for entertaining.
Design Highlights
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Expansive White Oak Storage: All of the wood in this build is solid white oak, chosen for its durability and beautiful natural grain. It adds warmth and timeless character that greets guests immediately.
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Angled Display Shelves: Showcase favorite bottles with artful presentation while keeping them easily accessible.
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Grid-Style Wine Racks: Maximize bottle storage with classic grid shelving in the center of the design, perfect for collectors who want to age wine on its side.
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Pull-Out Wine Storage Drawers: Custom-crafted with white oak cradles to securely hold bottles while making selection effortless. No more digging through cluttered racks!
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Integrated Stemware Holders: Conveniently store wine glasses under the central section for easy serving and tasting.
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Dedicated Counter Space: Wrap-around white oak countertops offer room for uncorking, preparing charcuterie, or pouring drinks with guests.
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Built-In Wine Refrigerator: Seamlessly integrated into the cabinetry, ensuring perfectly chilled bottles are always ready to serve.
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Sleek Black Accents: Matte black framing and hardware add contrast and a modern edge, balancing rustic warmth with contemporary style.
A Complete Transformation
What was once a simple wall of metal racks and a wine fridge is now a stunning, fully custom wine room with storage for their entire collection. It’s a room that doesn’t just hold wine—it celebrates it. And as the very first space you see upon entering the home, it sets the tone for hospitality and good taste.
At Derek James Woodworking, we’re proud to bring this level of thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship to every project we build.
Dreaming of your own custom wine room or built-in cabinetry? Contact us to get started. Let’s make your home even more welcoming.