Impressive Wine Cellar Under Stairs: A Must Have in Orange County

Please take a brief walkthrough at our latest project, a stunning home wine cellar under stairs. Our team of passionate wine cellar builders took on the challenge of creating a perfect blend of traditional and modern aesthetics for a lawyer who loves classic and rustic styles.

With a keen eye for detail and creativity, our Custom Wine Cellars Orange County team transformed the unused space beneath the open-well staircase into a captivating wine display that perfectly resonates with the ambiance of the entire home. 

Careful Planning for a Home Wine Cellar Under Stairs

The wine cellar under the stairs utilizes the often-overlooked area beneath your staircase, transforming it into a stunning wine sanctuary. Combining style and practicality, these custom-designed home cellars cater to the refined tastes of Orange County residents, perfectly complementing their sophisticated lifestyles.  

From modern and sleek designs to charming and rustic aesthetics, wine cellars under the stairs offer a range of possibilities for elegantly showcasing and preserving your cherished wine collection. Read on to learn more about one of the beautiful wine room conversion projects we completed.  

Captivating Features of this Home Wine Cellar Under Stairs 

Planning a wine cellar project is crucial for achieving your desired results. It ensures that your wine collection is stored in an optimal environment, tailored to your preferences, and built within your budget and timeline. Planning and considering all aspects of the project will lead to a successful and enjoyable wine cellar experience for years to come. 

Designing under-the-stairs wine cellars presents challenges, but our team’s expertise and commitment to excellence shine through in every detail of this remarkable project. From stabilizing the staircase and handling additional framing work to finding the optimal location for the wine cellar cooling unit, we overcame obstacles with creativity and skill to deliver a wine cellar that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. 

Custom Wooden Wine Racks: Perfect for Traditional Wine Cellars  

To bring this exquisite wine cellar under stairs to life, we carefully planned every design aspect. We began by demolishing walls to assess the space and conceptualize our vision.

The result is a showcase of beautiful wooden wine racking in various orientations, creating a unique and visually captivating display for the wine collection.  

A stylish wine rack design is of utmost importance as it enhances the visual appeal of your space and ensures the proper storage and organization of your wine collection.

Beyond being a mere storage solution, a well-designed wine rack becomes a statement piece that reflects your taste and passion for wine. It showcases your bottles elegantly and organized, making selecting and enjoying your favorite wines easy.  

Additionally, a thoughtfully crafted wine rack ensures that your bottles are stored securely and in the ideal horizontal position, preserving the wine’s quality and aging potential.

Striking Design of these Wooden Wine Racks for the Wine Cellar Under Stairs in an Orange County Home

A stylish wine rack elevates the overall wine experience, creating a focal point in your home and leaving a lasting impression on guests. It is an essential addition for any wine enthusiast. 

The elegant wooden racks feature a natural-colored finish, providing a charming and timeless appeal. We designed unique storage configurations tailored to the owner’s desires, offering classic cork-forward 750ml storage.

It also has low open storage for books, lattice X-cubes, and horizontal lattice displays, with ample space to accommodate up to 405 bottles and room for around 100 more through crate storage. 

Impressive Features of this Glass Wine Cellar Door 

This wine cellar beneath the stairs exemplifies two key principles through its wine racks, door, and window. To the right of the partially glass wine cellar is a “peek-a-boo” window facing the staircase and living room.

This arched, dual-paned, tempered glass window is framed with alder wood. When standing in front of it, it beautifully frames part of the wine cellar racking and collection inside, resembling an artwork.

On the front side of the wine cellar is a large dual-paned glass door framed with alder wood. The wood framing features laminated veneer lumber (LVL), which is very resistant to moisture and warping.

The wine cellar door has an automatic lock at the bottom. The lever rises when the door is opened and instantly drops down when the door is shut.

The incorporation of glass into the enclosure makes this wine cellar under stairs stand out. It allows people outside the cellar to be mesmerized by what’s inside, whether in the hallway, living room, or going up the stairs!

Choosing the Most Suitable Wine Cellar Cooling System

The traditional home wine cellar under stairs has a unique feature – a fully refrigerated space under the staircase. This was achieved by utilizing the small space under the staircase, just enough to fit the coils and the evaporator.

Our Custom Wine Cellars Orange County experts demolished the walls to access this space and install the cooling system. A split-system cooling unit was used, with the condenser in a separate machine. The condenser itself is 18×18 inches, but we custom-built a housing that’s about 30×30 inches. A custom-built housing called the “doghouse” was created to protect the condenser.

This housing is designed to optimize airflow and is made with exterior-grade materials to protect the condenser from heat, wind, and rain.

Thicker Insulation for Better Humidity of Home Wine Cellar Under Stairs

After running the electrical wiring, we applied 4 inches of closed-cell foam insulation to the walls to prevent moisture buildup. In areas with floating floors, insulation is usually installed under the floorboards to seal the air gap.

However, since this wine cellar’s concrete flooring was designed similarly to the rest of the house, there was no need to add insulation in that area.

Achieve Your Dream Design of a Wine Cellar Under Stairs with the Orange County Experts!

Elevate your wine display with a custom-designed wine cellar under the stairs for your Orange County home!

Our expert team at Custom Wine Cellars Orange County specializes in creating stunning and personalized wine cellar solutions that combine functionality with unparalleled style. Whether you prefer sleek modern designs or timeless classics, we understand that your wine collection deserves a showcase that reflects your unique taste and discerning aesthetic.

With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality craftsmanship, we can bring your vision to life. From custom racking systems to climate control technology, we ensure that your wines are stored optimally while exuding elegance and sophistication.

Contact us at (714) 202-0989 or request a free 3D design from our wine cellar specialist!