Custom Wine Cellars - Classic Cellar Design

04/02/2026

We just published something we think the design and architecture community needs to read.

Frameless glass wine cellars are one of the most requested features in high-end residential design right now. In humid climates they are creating a problem the industry needs to talk about openly.

Frameless glass wine cellars are being embraced across high-end residential design. But there is a gap in the conversation.

03/28/2026

Here we go !!! Precision architectural milling for an Old World cellar build in D.C. 🍷 We’re processing premium Sapele today, crafting the deep profiles and intricate details that define a classic aesthetic. This wood’s stability makes it the gold standard for high-end, climate-controlled environments.
Locally designed, fabricated, and installed—all in-house. 🪵✨

03/19/2026

We’ve officially moved from digital rendering to our in-house cabinet shop. This bespoke Old World environment features dark-stained Sapele custom millwork, beautiful lime-based plaster, and reclaimed herringbone brick floor pavers—all backed by our precision climate-controlled wine cellar engineering. 🛠️❄️

Fabrication begins this week at our Sterling, VA in-house cabinet shop. Stay tuned for the shop-to-site journey as we bring this 25-year legacy of wine and construction to life. 🪚🧱

📍 Location: Northwest Washington, D.C.
🏗️ Expertise: 25+ Years of Wine, Construction, & Climate Engineering.

03/14/2026

A wine cellar on the "move" is just as critical as the build itself. We just wrapped up this custom design-build project in Alexandria, VA, and today is officially move-in day for the client's extensive collection.

These cases are being relocated from their previous cellar in McLean to our latest completed project. Huge shoutout to the team at UOVO for managing the logistics and transport. While they handle the heavy lifting in climate-controlled transit, we’re onsite in Alexandria ensuring the custom racking, millwork, and cooling systems are calibrated and ready for prime time.

01/25/2026

"Architectural Detail" is the only way to describe this stunning 2018 Georgetown project. 🏛️🍷

This Washington, DC custom wine cellar remains a firm favorite of ours, not just for its capacity (holding over 3,000 bottles!), but for the sheer harmony of the design.

It was a privilege to work within the incredible framework designed by . Their vision allowed our cellar design team to push the limits of high-capacity storage—utilizing engineered triple and double-deep racks—without ever sacrificing the aesthetic.

With at the helm of the buildout, every single detail was executed to perfection. From the custom display shelves to the intricate racking, this project is a true testament to what happens when architecture, construction, and millwork align. 🤝✨

📍 Project: Private Residence, Georgetown, DC 🔨 Millwork & Design: Classic Cellar Design 📐 Architecture: 🏗️ Builder:

12/28/2025

From the vault: A timeless classic in Bethesda, Maryland. 📂✨

Looking back at this project, it’s a perfect example of why custom matters. Unlike pre-made kits, being locally designed and locally fabricated allows full integration for your collection.

Whether you have magnum wine bottles, tall whiskey decanters, or unique glassware, we build around your items to ensure a seamless fit.

Why choose Classic Cellar Design? ✅ Onsite Design & In-House Fabrication ✅ Serving Bethesda & Chevy Chase since 2001 📍 Licensed and Insured in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from the team at Classic Cellar Design!

We're celebrating the season with an exclusive first look at one of our most complex wine cellar lighting achievements of 2025. Nicknamed the "Xmas Tree “ project, this build proves that a world-class wine cellar is about more than just storage-it's about atmosphere. Behind that festive glow is a massive technical feat. To bring this vision to life, we integrated:

87 Precision LED Strips
10 Low voltage Dimmers
4 Led 24Volt Transformers
..and countless schematics to ensure every bottle is perfectly illuminated.
While we used a little Al holiday magic to add the greenery for this post, the craftsmanship underneath is 100% real. We are currently putting the final touches on this masterpiece.

The Grand Reveal: Watch for the full unveiling and stocking in Q1 2026.

Stay tuned

12/01/2025

Behind the scenes in McLean, VA today! 📍 We are preparing this framed space for a stunning new bespoke wine cellar. Using our 3D laser scanner allows us to capture the exact dimensions of the room, ensuring our design team has the perfect blueprint to work from. It’s an exciting start to another beautiful Classic Cellars project.
Are you in the McLean or Northern Virginia area and dreaming of a custom cellar? Let’s start planning.

07/30/2025

Custom wine tasting room with locally sourced walnut, dark plaster walls, and a gold leaf ceiling—moody, elegant, and built to impress.

07/27/2025

Designing a special custom wine cellar for a local client in Great Falls, VA, to feature this Special Tribute bottling of the Bollinger Moonraker Luxury Limited Edition... This is a legendary... memorable at its finest... Thank you champagne_bollinger for such a tribute to 007.

Full Article : --jamesbond007.se/eng/produkter/bollinger_champagne_limited_edition_moonraker_bottle

07/22/2025