The Drinks Cabinets Our Editor Is Loving Right Now

From sculptural statement pieces to timeless timber designs, discover the drinks cabinets House & Garden South Africa’s editor is loving right now

By Catherine Mo | May 21, 2026 | Category shopping

There is something wonderfully grown-up about a dedicated drinks cabinet. Equal parts practical and atmospheric, the piece has quietly re-emerged as one of the most desirable additions to the contemporary home — bringing a sense of occasion to everything from impromptu evening drinks to weekends spent entertaining.

From warm timber finishes to sculptural silhouettes and beautifully concealed storage, these are the drinks cabinets House & Garden South Africa editor Catherine Mo is loving right now.

Pedersen + Lennard Tulbagh Drinks Cabinet

The Tulbagh Drinks Cabinet by Pedersen + Lennard brings together solid oak craftsmanship and pared-back contemporary detailing, proving that bar storage can feel both functional and architectural

Local design studio Pedersen + Lennard has an innate understanding of restrained design, and the new Tulbagh Drinks Cabinet captures that beautifully. Crafted in warm timber with clean architectural lines, it feels quietly luxurious without trying too hard. It is the sort of piece that settles naturally into a living room while still drawing admiration. Made to order from R25 150.

Weylandts Bold Drinks Cabinet in Amber

At first glance, the richly patterned surface reads almost like burl wood, but the Bold Drinks Cabinet by Weylandts is crafted from individually placed oak blocks that form a striking tapestry of natural grain

At first glance, the Bold collection by Weylandts reads almost like burl wood, but a closer look reveals something far more considered: individually placed solid oak blocks forming a richly textured tapestry of natural grain and growth rings developed over decades. Locally crafted, this piece pairs sculptural, architectural forms with a structured Coal Oak base and warm Amber Oil finish that brings depth and quiet drama to contemporary interiors. R39 995.

Houtlander Tambour Drinks Cabinet

Crafted in solid oak with softly rounded edges and a distinctly Scandinavian sensibility, the Tambour drinks cabinet by Houtlander balances warmth, utility and understated design

Crafted from beautifully grained white oak sourced from sustainably managed forests on North America’s east coast, this cabinet pairs sculptural presence with thoughtful practicality. Sliding tambour doors disappear neatly to either side while mixing drinks, mirrored glass shelving introduces a subtle glamour, and discreet drawers keep bar essentials elegantly concealed. The result is a drinks cabinet that feels timeless, tactile and quietly sophisticated within contemporary interiors. R29 850

Holly Wood Design Studio The Nordic Drinks Cabinet

Painted in a soft powder blue and lined with warm timber detailing, this custom drinks cabinet from Holly Wood Design Studio pairs practical storage with a quietly playful use of colour

The Nordic Drinks Cabinet by Holly Wood Design Studio brings a refined Scandinavian sensibility to the rituals of entertaining. Custom made across a range of finishes, the piece pairs a solid oak base with softly painted outer surfaces, balancing warmth with clean-lined simplicity. Inside, integrated wine racks and drinks storage keep glassware and bottles elegantly organised, while the cabinet’s tall, architectural proportions give it a quietly commanding presence. Timeless rather than trend-driven, it is the sort of investment piece designed to settle effortlessly into contemporary interiors for years to come. From R15 342.

Studio Delta Naledi Drinks Cabinet

With its elongated arched frame and woven metal mesh doors, this cabinet by Studio Delta introduces an industrial edge softened by elegant proportions

With its arched silhouette and woven steel mesh doors, this industrial-style drinks cabinet brings a graphic edge to contemporary interiors. Crafted from tubular steel with solid steel shelving and finished in a textured Ferro Grain powder coating, the piece balances durability with sculptural presence. Inside, generous shelving offers practical storage for bottles, glassware and bar essentials, making it a striking yet functional addition to entertaining spaces. R8 099

Coricraft Ariah Bar Cabinet

With its rich timber finish, arched silhouette and generous wine storage, this drinks cabinet channels a classic, old-world sensibility suited to intimate entertaining spaces

Crafted from premium solid wood, this handcrafted bar cabinet pairs timeless sophistication with practical storage. An elegant arched silhouette gives the piece a sculptural quality, while generous shelving and integrated wine glass storage make it equally suited to entertaining and everyday living. Warm, durable and quietly refined, it brings a sense of permanence and character to contemporary interiors. R31 999

Roche Bobois Lift Column-bar

Designed by Sacha Lakic, this glossy hexagonal bar unit feels a little space-age, a little The Jetsons, with its futuristic lift-up drinks storage system and sculptural silhouette

Designed by Sacha Lakic, this futuristic hexagonal bar unit transforms entertaining into something wonderfully theatrical. Crafted in high-gloss thermoformed PMMA with a sculptural faceted silhouette, the cabinet conceals an electrically operated storage system that rises upwards at the touch of a button, bringing bottles and glassware effortlessly into reach. Chrome-plated bottle racks and tempered glass shelving enhance its polished, futuristic sensibility. I love that it feels a little space-age, a little The Jetsons — playful, nostalgic and unapologetically bold within a contemporary interior. POR.