Barnhouse is a style of building country houses that originated at the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries in England. This is a combination of minimalism, rustic style and loft.
Distinctive features of barn houses:

• a minimum of internal partitions and a lot of light and space;
• huge doors and high ceilings, observation windows;
• simple geometric shapes, clear and strict lines;
• external similarity with outbuildings;
• the absence of a large cornice and roof overhang beyond the wall;
• simplicity of construction, rigor and conciseness in decoration;
• use only environmentally friendly materials;
• there is no need to pour a strong foundation.

Despite the low prevalence of barnhouses, many choose them as a budget option for building a house – it can be built in a short time at low cost due to the simplicity of the design.

Pros of a country house in the barnhouse style

Modern people believe that the main thing in the house is space and comfort. A lot of light and space, the opportunity to do everything according to an individual project attracts those who are thinking about building a barnhouse. And these are not its only advantages. It is worth highlighting other advantages of such objects:

• there is no need to come up with complex designs, because a barn house is the personification of simplicity and minimalism;
• a strict look combined with a modern style will appeal to everyone who appreciates simplicity and convenience in the interior;
• the structure does not require a capital foundation, due to which its cost is significantly reduced;
• the features of the building allow full use of natural light;
• Only natural materials are used in the construction and decoration of the house.