When people hear the word barn, one would likely conjure up images of haystacks, horses, and hogs housed inside a rundown red and white A-Frame in the middle of nowhere. Although these classic barns still exist, many homeowners in 2016 are building post frame structures with intent to use them for modern residential purposes rather than for housing crops and livestock.
At Milmar, we’ve built commercial, agricultural and residential pole barns for many years, and we understand that each of our customer’s needs is different. One growing trend we’ve noticed is people using their post frame structures to create fun, unique spaces on their properties that resemble more of a home than an animal barn.
So how do you make a residential pole barn stand out?
Step 1: The Plan
The planning phase involves creating blueprints and finding a purpose for your barn. Be it a man-cave, a playhouse, an auto garage, or an extension of your home, determine what function you want your barn to serve. The beauty of what we do and why pole barns make so much sense on many properties is in the simplicity of the process. Compared to the nuances of building a house, creating a post frame structure is cheaper, requires fewer materials and time, and gives license to a homeowner’s creative juices to fill in the gaps. We’ve built enough of a variety of pole barns to meet your specific needs, and we’re happy to consult with you on your barn.
Step 2: The Design
The possibilities are endless for interior decoration of your bar. One popular design trend is Rustic Modern, which combines many elements of a traditional barn with urban features. To illustrate, this can include stained concrete floors, different shades of wood for floors, countertops, and walls, as well as chairs, cabinets and other pieces that invoke a country feel. Modern rustic home decor can give your new space a down-home flavor without feeling out of fashion.
Feel free to contact us at MilMar about your upcoming project. Our team of professionals is happy to answer any and all questions you may have.