The Beauty of Barn Architecture in 15 Projects

The barnyard typology is an endearing staple of rural architecture. Simple in construction, and traditionally shaped from necessity rather than aesthetic, barns have nonetheless continued to spark the imaginations of those seeking a contrast to the fast-paced, dense, globalized reality of urban life. They also spark the intrigue of designers. Whether it is refurbishing historic farms for modern use, or constructing an entirely new addition to the countryside, architects have drawn inspiration from the industrial origins of traditional barnyards to reinterpret elements such as modularity, timber expression, and refined ornamentation.

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To represent this, we have curated some of the most impressive barn projects featured on ArchDaily. Far from generic, the schemes vary widely in their function, from home to storage shed, and also in aesthetic, from modern timber expressions to raw, recovered stone and concrete. For further inspiration, explore our full collection of barn architecture here.

Ancram Barn / Worrell Yeung Architecture

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Ancram Barn / Worrell Yeung Architecture. Image Magda Biernat Photography

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Napa Barn / Anderson Architects

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Napa Barn / Anderson Architects. Image Joe Fletcher

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House of Chickens / SO? Architecture and Ideas

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House of Chickens / SO? Architecture and Ideas. Image Alí Taptik

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Swallowfield Barn / MOTIV Architects

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Swallowfield Barn / MOTIV Architects. Image Ema Peter

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Storage Barn / Gray Organschi Architecture

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Storage Barn / Gray Organschi Architecture. Image Bo Crockett

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House for a Horse Breeder / Diego Baraona

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House for a Horse Breeder / Diego Baraona. Image Erieta Attali

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A Barn / OPA Form

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A Barn / OPA Form. Image Espen Folgeroe

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Cow Barn / F.A.B. - Forschungs- und Architekturbüro

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Cow Barn / F.A.B. - Forschungs- und Architekturbüro. Image Christian Baur - Serge Hasenböhler

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Barn Rijswijk / Workshop architecten

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Barn Rijswijk / Workshop architecten. Image Workshop architecten

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Albion Barn / Studio Seilern Architects

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Albion Barn / Studio Seilern Architects. Image Philip Vile

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Horse Stable / 57STUDIO

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Horse Stable / 57STUDIO. Image Maurizio Angelini

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Hangar Agricole / LOCALARCHITECTURE

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Hangar Agricole / LOCALARCHITECTURE. Image Matthieu Gafsou

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Stealth Barn / Carl Turner Architects

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Stealth Barn / Carl Turner Architects. Image Tim Crocker

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Schuurbain / Atelier Vens Vanbelle

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Schuurbain / Atelier Vens Vanbelle. Image Tim Van de Velde

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Mason Lane Farm / De Leon & Primmer Architecture Workshop

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Mason Lane Farm / De Leon & Primmer Architecture Workshop. Image Roberto de Leon

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Cite: Niall Patrick Walsh. "The Beauty of Barn Architecture in 15 Projects" 31 Jan 2020. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/932961/the-beauty-of-barn-architecture-in-15-projects> ISSN 0719-8884

House of Chickens / SO? Architecture and Ideas. Image Alí Taptik

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