The current trend for building barndominiums started in the mid 2000s, and really got into the swing among millennials when it was featured in the well known HGTV show, Fixer Upper.More recently it was dubbed the hottest building trend for 2021. People just love the idea of building a unique barn-aesthetic home that’s away from …
It’s easy to understand the appeal of building a barndominium instead of a traditional home. They are much cheaper to build, they take less time to install, and they are also a great use of space. You can customize them to suit your needs, and they can make great dual purpose spaces if you’re self employed …
Barndominiums are the perfect barn to home conversion, with them being two-in-one living quarters with a garage, shop, or simply a barn area. Basically, they look like a super fancy barn home conversion, and they can be incredibly convenient as well as visually appealing! These barndominiums are most commonly found in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri, …
Barndominiums are traditionally constructed with a solid steel structure, and they are built atop a strong foundation of cement slabs, making them incredibly stable and tough. So traditionally speaking, barndominiums do not have a crawl space or a basement, as it is not something that is included in their design or in their construction. However, just …
Yes, you can build your own Barndominium, although the process requires extensive planning to ensure that it is done successfully. Whilst some may seek the help of a professional contracting company to complete the task, others may decide to take the project into their own hands and become their own architect. One of the main …
Barndominiums are a fantastic investment. While they are something that has been around since the 1980s, in recent years they have picked up in popularity again. They are a fantastic alternative if you are looking to purchase a home that is different from your average. When it comes to purchasing a Barndominium like with any other …
If you have recently invested in or built your own Barndominium you may now be questioning whether it is possible to get insurance on it and the answer is yes. Some may view the task of insuring their Barndominium as a chore, especially as it differs from standard home insurance, however, it is a matter …
Barndominiums do not traditionally have basements. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have one in yours. Especially if you’re designing it yourself. Barndos are of a specific style and aesthetic. But there is no reason why you cannot alter practical features to suit your needs. If you are buying a barndominium that has already been built, …
You may have heard the term “Barndominium” or “Barndo” around the housing market recently, and that’s not a real surprise as working from home and wanting extra space, in general, has become more important to homeowners! The idea of a barn converted into a living space has really grown in popularity over the last couple …
One of the most often asked questions about barndominiums is whether they are safe. We get it. It does certainly seem too good to be true and people are often left wondering whether these metal structures can really be as safe as a regular bricks and mortar home. However, this really doesn’t need to be …
