A DIY basement wine cellar features a wine rack brimming with various bottles against a brick wall. To the right, a large gray planter holds a green leafy plant. A wooden cabinet and decorative item are partially visible, creating a well-lit and orderly scene.
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DIY Basement Wine Cellar Reveal

ByLisa
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I’m not going to lie, eight weeks always seems like a long time until you have to build an entire room from scratch, but who would do something that crazy? Oh wait, that would be me! Haha! Eight weeks ago I set out to build a DIY Basement Wine Cellar under my stairs and I did it! There were many moments of panic, several tears, and a lot of curse words, but I did it! Before I skip to the good part, thank you to everyone who has followed along, cheered me on, and sent words of encouragement. It means the world to me! Another huge thanks goes out to the folks at the One Room Challenge and Apartment Therapy who put on this event. Now are you ready to see it? 

A modern basement wine cellar showcases neatly arranged wine bottles on wall racks, embodying the essence of a DIY basement wine cellar. Below, a cabinet with a wine rack and decorative "Vino" sign completes the scene, highlighting a Garrison Street Design Studio creation.

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Wine Cellar Before 

Before I overload you with ALL the photos, let’s take a trip down memory lane, shall we? Eight weeks ago the wine cellar was not even a room. It was merely a small area in the basement under the stairs, full of cobwebs and things I probably don’t need, but that’s a whole different conversation. Turning this random storage space into a wine room was a great way for me to utilize the unused space in a more efficient manner. Not to mention the ideal conditions with no direct sunlight and a natural cooling system with the concrete exterior wall and floors providing the ideal temperature.

A basement with wooden stairs leads to a charming wine cellar ambiance, featuring a white chest freezer and a movable wooden cart adorned with a vase and dried flowers. Various stored items line the shelves against the wood and concrete walls.

 

It left A LOT to be desired, like walls and floors and such. I definitely had my work cut out for me. If you missed the journey over the last eight weeks, you should take a few minutes to catch up on week one, week two, week four, week five, and week six first. When I left you last in week six, this is what the room looked like. Definitely a vast improvement, but still not a wine cellar by any means.   

A narrow hallway with light wood flooring showcases a white brick accent wall. A small round table holds a bottle, tray, and decorative items, while a potted plant stands nearby. Ideal for basements over concrete, a modern gold light fixture illuminates the space warmly.

DIY Basement Wine Cellar Reveal 

I am a huge wine lover and have always wanted a home wine cellar because, well, it sounds cool! We drink a lot of wine and have always wanted a fancier wine storage space. Once I dreamt up my massive custom wine racks, I new this had to happen! The wooden racks were quite the challenge (if you follow me on Instagram, you know how this went) but I finally pulled it off! Full tutorial can be found here 😉

A modern DIY basement wine cellar showcases rows of horizontally stored wine bottles on sleek metal racks. A plant adorns a wooden cabinet, while a smaller rack beneath holds an assortment of bottles, adding charm to this personalized space.

This storage capacity of the wine cellar is 83 wine bottles in total, 55 bottles of wine on the custom wooden wine racks and 28 on the IKEA wine cabinet I made in week five. But the star of the wine cellar build is definitely the custom racks with hidden LED backlighting. Because of the limited space of the wine cellar, I really wanted the wine rack to take up as small of a footprint as possible and chose to build this to accommodate that. This was a good idea to achieve the specific dimensions of my unique room and limited budget. The cost of building was about $250 but the cost of my growing wine collection, priceless! 

A vertical wine rack brimming with red wines, each bottle displayed horizontally and evenly spaced, labels proudly outward. Set against a light background, this setup is perfect for your DIY basement wine cellar, showcasing a diverse palette of labels and hues.

In week four, I added the faux brick walls for a bit of texture to make the room feel more like an underground wine cellar. I definitely had some skeptical fans out there, but I am very happy with how it turned out. With such a small space, I wanted to bring in as much personality as I could with out it being overwhelming. 

A modern DIY basement wine cellar features a brick wall backdrop. Wine bottles rest in racks on the left and bottom. A potted plant and a decorative "Vino" sign sit on a shelf beside a wine bottle and corkscrew, adding charm to this personalized space.

Since this small room started off not even as a room, I also had to add flooring. In week six I laid the luxury vinyl plank floors and they really made the storage area feel like more like a room. They were the perfect option for the concrete floor and are waterproof with a vapor barrier underneath.

A cozy DIY basement wine cellar features a blue cabinet with a grid wine rack filled with bottles, a wooden "Vino" sign, and a plant. On top sit corkscrew and glasses. The textured wall hosts framed art, adding charm to the intimate space.

After much consideration in the wine cellar design phase, I chose not to add a wine refrigeration system since we only really drink red wine and not white wines. Also a cooling unit would have taken up a large area which was an important consideration for this small wine cellar. Besides, the concrete walls and basement location already provide proper conditions keeping it at an optimal temperature not requiring climate control. If this wine storage room were located in the main living area of the house rather than the basement, temperature control would be more important for maintaining a consistent temperature. 

A modern wine storage area in a DIY basement wine cellar features a vertical rack with wine bottles, a black pot with green foliage, and a wooden cabinet. The white-painted brick wall adds rustic charm, and a wooden "Vin" sign completes this artful space.

This last week I was able to add a special piece to the wine cave that I have always wanted. A Vintners Wine opener. I loved this one but couldn’t bare the price tag. Luckily I was able to find this one on FB Marketplace for only $40! Much more realistic and still adds a vintage view to this corner.

A vintage wine opener stands next to a bottle of Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon, set against a white brick wall reminiscent of a DIY basement wine cellar. The metallic opener with its black handle is mounted on a sleek black base, ready to uncork more bottled treasures.

While I do not consider myself a wine connoisseur or a wine aficionado, we do have a few special bottles in here, but we are not looking at aging wine for decades. It will be consumed too soon for that 😉 However, this was the perfect spot and just the right size for our DIY wine cellar!

A cozy DIY basement wine nook features a geometric wine rack filled with bottles, a "Vino" sign, and a potted plant. Art adorns the brick-patterned wall beneath the sloped ceiling, while a modern clock decorates the adjacent space.

Ok, let’s talk about the elephant in the room, or shall I say not in the room. The wine cellar door. As I mentioned earlier, it was crunch time and some things did not go as planned. I will still be adding a door but I think it will be in the next phase of the basement project, so stay tuned. The only clue I will give you is it will not be see though so there will be no glass door 😉

A DIY basement wine cellar features a floor-to-ceiling rack teeming with wine bottles. A small cabinet, holding more bottles and a decorative plant, rests against the white brick wall. The wooden "Vino" sign proudly displayed on the cabinet captures the essence of this personalized space.

With a tight budget and a little imagination, I was able to create a modern wine cellar under the stairs. Even though there wasn’t space for a tasting room this wine display might be the coolest DIY I have ever done 🙂 

A vertical wine rack in a DIY basement wine cellar boasts an array of assorted bottles. Neatly arranged on horizontal shelves, warm backlighting casts a glow, accentuating the labels and vibrant colors.

I am not going to lie, creating a functional wine cellar in eight weeks was a lot of work! The lack of sleep and hours of wine cellar construction were definitely worth it to now have a custom-built wine cellar by me! So for the next week you might find me down here raiding my own stash. I mean, it’s 5 o’clock somewhere, right? I added this stationary clock so I never forget 😉 

A modern interior wall with artistic details: two framed geometric art pieces with gold frames to the left, a vertical black striped accent in the center, and a minimalist wall clock showing 5 o'clock to the right—ideal decor above a DIY basement wine cellar.

Also, if you have missed any of the behind the scenes, I am saving them to my Instagram story highlights and I will be sharing some additional behind the scenes in the coming days!

If you know any avid wine collectors who want to transform an unused closet, a back wall, or a dining room wall into a wine closet or wine wall, please share this and the full tutorial on the racking system I built. Cheers!

A wine rack filled with bottles is beneath a countertop holding a wooden "Vino" sign, a potted plant, and a corkscrew-adorned bottle of wine. This cozy scene lends inspiration for crafting your own DIY basement wine cellar against the charming white brick wall backdrop.

A DIY basement wine cellar features a tall rack of wine bottles against a textured white wall. A potted plant and a wooden decor piece labeled "Vino" adorn the shelf. An inset "Before" image captures the initial unfinished space with wooden beams, highlighting its transformation.

In the corner of a wine-themed room reminiscent of a DIY basement wine cellar, a vintage wine opener graces the counter, proudly holding a Duckhorn bottle. Two framed black and white photos of bottle tops and wine bottles adorn the brick wall, blending rustic charm with modern décor.

A sleek DIY basement wine cellar features wall-mounted racks brimming with bottles. A wooden cabinet adorned with a "Vino" sign, a plant, and wine tools sits below. From the ceiling hangs a stylish light fixture, casting a glow over walls embellished with artwork.

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Ceiling Light | Wine Opener | LED Lights | Wine Bar Cabinet | Motion Sensor Light Switch 

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A woman in a black jumpsuit stands in her DIY basement wine cellar, holding a glass of red wine. The modern space features wall-mounted wine racks brimming with bottles, a wooden cabinet, and a rustic brick wall for an elegant touch.

A woman with long brown hair sits on a beige couch, surrounded by patterned cushions in the modern family room. Behind her, a shelf reveals framed abstract art and typography. In the foreground, a white vase and green fern accentuate the decor as natural light fills the space.

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Garrison Street Design Studio - DIY Basement Wine Cellar Reveal

A DIY basement wine cellar showcases a modern flair, featuring two racks of wine bottles on the left. The back wall displays a small cabinet adorned with a decorative "Vino" sign and framed pictures. A wooden floor complements the white brick-textured wall, completing this inviting space.

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