Designing modern glass wine cellars the right way is key to maintaining ideal conditions for your wines while boosting the look of your home.
For this modern glass wine cellar, expertly designed and built by Custom Wine Cellars.com, the right mix of functionality and design brought an otherwise plain wine storage space to life!
This home actually showcases two glass wine cellars—one is a larger wine room, and the other is a cozy cellar under the stairs. Both cellars feature sleek, frameless glass doors, adding a sophisticated flair to the home.
Two Modern Glass Wine Cellars for a Stylish Home
A passionate wine lover from Newport Beach reached out to Steve Pantalemon, the lead designer at Custom Wine Cellar, to bring her vision of stylish, modern wine storage to life. She wanted two glass wine cellars that would not only keep her wine at its best but also add to her home’s visual appeal. Together, they discussed custom designs, installation, and all the small details to create her perfect setup.
Compact Wine Cellar Under the Stairs: Smart Use of Space
The smaller wine cellar sits neatly under the stairs, a true blend of form and function. This display uses a stunning gold cable system, crafted from onyx, and it’s all lit up with integrated lighting that showcases each bottle.
In this cable display, each rack is equipped with a strong header and footer for a sturdy setup, while double-deep onyx pegs and LED lighting make the display visually striking.
Cable wine racks are a modern, stylish approach to wine storage that uses stainless steel cables to support each wine bottle, creating a sleek, “floating” appearance.
These racks are typically constructed from strong, tensioned cables that run from the ceiling to the floor or wall, with pegs or supports holding each bottle horizontally.
Benefits of Cable Wine Racks
- Modern Aesthetic
Cable wine racks create a stunning, minimalist look that allows bottles to appear as if they’re floating, drawing all the attention to the wine rather than the rack itself. This design can complement any modern or contemporary space and has become particularly popular for homeowners looking to make their wine cellar a visual focal point.
- Visibility and Display
The open design of cable racks gives a full view of each wine bottle, allowing labels to be easily visible. This visibility makes it simple for collectors to locate specific bottles quickly, which is especially beneficial for large collections. LED lighting can be added to the cable system, highlighting each bottle and creating a sophisticated display.
- Customizable Layout
Cable wine racks offer tremendous flexibility. They can be arranged to suit various bottle orientations, and they work well in both small and large spaces. The racks can be installed from floor to ceiling or wall-mounted, and collectors can adjust the height of the cables to accommodate different bottle sizes. This customization enables a wide range of layout options, from simple vertical lines to more complex patterns, allowing for creative displays.
- Space Efficiency
Because they don’t require much structural framework, cable wine racks are space-saving solutions, ideal for maximizing storage in compact areas like under-stair cellars or small wine closets. The flexibility in how bottles are displayed also allows for double- or triple-depth stacking, letting wine enthusiasts store more bottles in a smaller footprint.
- Durability and Stability
Cable wine racks are designed with durability in mind. The high-quality materials, such as stainless steel cables and metal or onyx pegs, are built to withstand the weight of a full wine collection. These racks are engineered to hold bottles securely, providing stability even in high-traffic areas or homes with a lot of activity.
- Easy to Maintain
Cable wine racks are relatively low-maintenance compared to traditional wood or metal racking. They are resistant to humidity and temperature fluctuations, making them an excellent choice for long-term storage. Since there are fewer surfaces where dust can accumulate, they are also easier to clean and maintain, making them ideal for wine cellars that are frequently in use.
- Versatile Design Options
Cable racks are compatible with various aesthetic preferences, from ultra-modern to industrial styles. They can blend seamlessly into a wide range of wine cellar designs and can be enhanced with different finishes, textures, and color schemes to suit the homeowner’s taste. Whether in a residential setting or a commercial wine bar, they provide a modern yet timeless appeal that enhances any space.
Keeping the Right Temperature: Reliable Wine Cooling System
To keep the wine in perfect condition, this cellar uses a 4600 LPQ Series cooling system by US Cellar Systems. This top-notch system holds the wine at just the right temperature and humidity, so every bottle stays in excellent shape. Known for its efficiency and reliability, the 4600 LPQ Series is built for quiet, low-maintenance operation, perfect for long-term storage.
The system is mounted on the ceiling and provides steady, cool air throughout the cellar. This setup includes spray foam insulation to keep out external heat or humidity, ensuring that temperature and humidity levels stay stable at 55°F to 57°F with 50%-70% humidity.
Frameless Glass Doors: Showcasing the Wine Collection
Both wine cellars have thick, half-inch tempered glass doors that offer durability and a modern look. Weather stripping on all edges keeps the air inside at the right temperature, while an automatic door bottom provides a tight seal, ensuring the cellar stays just as cool as it needs to be.
A Cheese Room: Perfect for Wine Pairings
In addition to the two wine cellars, the Custom Wine Cellar team built a dedicated cheese room. With its own controlled environment, this space lets the homeowner age and store various cheeses, enhancing flavors and textures. This makes it easy to serve perfectly paired wine and cheese, creating a memorable experience for guests.
Let’s Build Your Modern Glass Wine Cellar
Designs for modern glass wine cellars have come a long way. From glass panels to stainless steel framing, cable wine racks and more, there’s an enormous opportunity for creating highly personalized designs.
Redefine your wine collection or wine display with a customized storage space that’s both functional and stylish. If you’re in and around Highlands Park, or anywhere in Dallas, give Wine Cellar Designers Dallas a call at +1 (214) 377 – 1336 and let’s jump in a discovery for what your ideal wine cellar can be!