Barns are kind of like nature’s cozy places. Maybe it’s the openness, the simplicity of its natural materials, or the feeling that it has always been a part of the landscape. Lately, barns have leveled up. People are turning them into welcoming homes and weekend escapes that still have that charming, rustic feel with a modern look.
The Forgotten Barn by Karnet Architekti is more than just a renovated building; it’s a harmonious blend of past and present. Václav and Marie have created a space where history is honored, and modern living thrives. This project showcases how thoughtful design can preserve cherished memories while providing a beautiful and functional home for future generations.
Situated in the heart of Northern California Wine Country, this stunning addition to the landscape comes from the renowned San Francisco architectural firm, Malcolm Davis Architecture (MDa), showcasing how modern design can coexist seamlessly with nature.
The Dutch Barn House is equipped with three skylights and 22 solar panels, which ensure an energy-neutral home, with underfloor heating on the ground floor and a heat pump
The Barn & The Office is a modern contemporary family home, located within a tranquil coastal setting in rural Hampshire. The brief was to design a low energy replacement building, with increased energy efficiency
The Ridgeview house happily fills with people for afternoon barbecues and late-night parties, but is also at its best as a serene retreat
Parkdale Contemporary Barn is a decade-long collection of ideas and styles that have been tested and collected through many different projects.
All barnwood is reclaimed, but not all reclaimed wood is barnwood. The difference is simple: if the wood was used in a barn, it’s barnwood—if it comes from other places, like old factories or warehouses, it’s reclaimed.
