Converted barns usually have structural elements that give a hint to their history. Exposed beams and timbers, steel frames, or brickwork – and we always try to save as much as we can.
Clients usually want these incorporated into the design, planners require it to pass planning applications and as architectural designers and builders with an interest in heritage and preservation, we do too.
Sometimes, we can’t save as much as everybody wants because a barn conversion needs to be structurally sound, but where we can, we do – and the results are stunning.
Take a look at these 5 barn conversions where we kept the beams.
Farmhouse, Oast & Granary Conversion, West Kent
Exposed beams across the home.
Read the full project here
Farmstead Conversion, West Kent
The downstairs is open plan, with double height ceiling to show off the original, beautiful beams.
Various beams are exposed upstairs too.
Take a look around here
Barn Conversion, Surrey
Every room has exposed timbers in this barn conversion – lintels, in the walls, up to the roof – it’s stunning!
Step inside and see for yourself here
Barn Conversion, East Sussex
Owing to the huge amounts of insulation that are required, not all timbers can be exposed, but in this barn conversion, there is just enough rather than too much wood on show.
See the project here
Barn Conversion, Surrey
This barn allowed us to blend old with new – the timbers were designed next to modern flooring and a glass panelled staircase.
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