For most people, an old building that has been lying around for many years needs to be demolished. However, as you will see, if you own an old barn that you no longer use, you stand to gain more from it as it is as opposed to when it has been demolished. A barn can be transformed into a beautiful and elegant home, all using few materials. Although a barn invokes a rustic design in the mind of many, ou will be surprised that you can decorate it in a variety of styles such as contemporary design, minimalist design, retro design, vintage design and others.
When turning an old barn into a home, you can opt to retain some of the old features. In this home, the exterior of the barn remained as it was, with some slight remodeling to allow for glass windows. The result is an impeccable and glamorous view of the house.
This old barn has been turned into a multipurpose rustic space. The wooden beams, wooden stairs and chandelier all add a rich rustic charm to this home.
Here, the barn was turned into a multipurpose space that accommodates the living room, dining room and kitchen. The interior has been repainted and redesigned to create a contemporary look in white and blue hues. The fireplace at the end adds warmth and comfort to this space.
Here, the barn has been transformed into a loft. The neutral color scheme, combined with the series of flowers and potted plants adds a warm and welcoming feel to this home. The overhead hanging lights add style.
This room boasts of rich and extravagant details. The area rugs and red and fabric used to upholster the dining chairs bring a lively and exuberant presentation of patterns. The high ceiling of the barn remained untouched, making this home appear and feel more spacious.
You can extend our barn on the exterior to allow for a patio like in this home. The patio was laid down with stone and wood used on the floor. The stone terrace leads away from the barn into the beautiful garden. The wooden patio furniture used complements the rustic design effortlessly.
This transformed barn has a rich industrial theme, made even better by the centered island with a stone top.