Barndominiums have evolved far beyond the flat farmlands and open plains that once defined their origins. Today, architects and engineers are pushing these metal-framed hybrids into some of the most …
The Visible Mechanics Barndominium: Where All Systems are Deliberately Exposed
There’s something honest and unapologetic about a space that shows how it works. The Visible Mechanics Barndominium takes that honesty to its architectural core: instead of hiding HVAC ducts, plumbing, …
The Honest Materials Barndominium: Nothing Painted or Disguised
In an era when finishes often hide structure and layers of paint and cladding erase the memory of what a building actually is, the Honest Materials Barndominium pushes a different agenda: reveal, …
The Periscope Barndominium: Seeing Your Property from Unexpected Angles
Imagine a barndominium that doesn’t just sit on the land — it learns it. Instead of the usual long, horizontal sweep of barn-form architecture, picture a deliberate vertical eye: a …
The “Four-Season Entertainer’s” Barndominium: Flow for Hosting Large Gatherings Indoors and Out
Barndominiums have redefined what it means to live stylishly and functionally within a metal-frame home. Beyond their rugged beauty and open interiors, barndominiums offer endless flexibility for those who love …
Barndominium Recessed “Slot” Lighting: Creating Lines of Light Along Beams and Ceiling Junctures
Barndominiums are celebrated for their open floor plans, exposed beams, and dramatic ceiling heights — but with all that volume and metal or wood structure, lighting them effectively requires thoughtful …
The “Work-Live-Showroom” Barndominium: Designing a Home for an Artisan or Crafter
For artisans, crafters, and small creative business owners, the boundaries between living, working, and selling often blur. Whether you’re a ceramic artist, furniture maker, metal sculptor, or textile designer, your …
Barndominium Lighting Design: Layered Illumination for Style, Function, and Atmosphere
Barndominiums—those spacious, metal-framed hybrids of barn and home—are known for their open interiors, high ceilings, and flexible layouts. While the structure and finishes get most of the attention, lighting design …
The “Zoned” Barndominium Open Floor Plan: Using Ceiling Height, Flooring, and Lighting to Define Spaces
The open-concept barndominium has become a hallmark of modern rural living — a sweeping, uninterrupted interior where kitchen, living, dining, and even workspaces flow seamlessly together. It’s spacious, airy, and …
The “Split-Level” Barndominium: Using Half-Levels to Add Architectural Interest and Separation
Barndominiums have earned their reputation as one of the most flexible home styles in modern residential design. With their vast interior volumes, metal framing systems, and open-plan possibilities, they provide …