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- Decrepit barn in Quebec was converted into stunning modern design by salvaging all of its old materials Sat, 2 Nov 19, 1:30amWe've seen quite a few amazing barn conversions over the years, but this new design by La Firme is simply breathtaking. Located in a rural area in Quebec, the old barn was in near ruins until the Montreal-based firm was hired...
- Branching addition cuts through existing Swiss farmhouse to increase structural integrity Fri, 29 Jul 16, 1:14amThe concrete structure branches inside the old barn, allowing it to be easily converted into two residential units. Made up from board-marked concrete and extending across all three floors of the building, the addition forms...
- Ancient Party Barn blends historic preservation with energy-smart design Tue, 1 Mar 16, 5:00pmDesigned as a holiday retreat and design studio, the 2,250-square-meter Ancient Party Barn was made possible thanks to successful architect-client collaboration...
- 6 inspirational ideas for barn conversions Tue, 14 Jul 15, 5:00amA good barn conversion can look stunning. An old and derelict work building can be brought back to life with a sensitive and imaginative transformation. Here are five ideas. Barns need imagination A converted barn is a wonderful...
- Stealth Barn is a Striking, Shadowy Guest House in the Cambridgeshire Fens Tue, 19 Aug 14, 2:30amThe stylish barn is modernized with its blackened stain, which contrasts with the traditional notion of the ubiquitous red barn. Clapboards from the exterior have been removed and replaced with large glass windows, including...
- Historic Barn to be Transformed into Live-Work Architecture and Art Studios Near Moscow Mon, 6 May 13, 11:20pmNikola-Lenivets is a creative cluster about 100 miles outside of Moscow and started by Nikolay Polissky, a landscape painter from Moscow. During the Soviet Era, the area was a kolkhoz, or state-run collective farm, but after...
- Portuguese Barn Transformed into Sun-Drenched Louvered Residence Wed, 16 May 12, 12:00amRead the rest of Portuguese Barn Transformed into Sun-Drenched Louvered Residence Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: adaptive reuse, barn conversion, Cortegaca, eco design, green design, joao mendes...
- Stealth Barn is a Striking Black Guest House Converted from a Plain Barn Tue, 14 Feb 12, 12:34amRead the rest of Stealth Barn is a Striking Black Guest House Converted from a Plain Barn Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: adaptive reuse, barn conversion, carl turner, Carl Turner Architects, Converted...
- 300 Year Old Barn Renovated Into a Modern Yet Rustic Residence Fri, 3 Jun 11, 5:00amRead the rest of 300 Year Old Barn Renovated Into a Modern Yet Rustic Residence Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: "sustainable architecture", adaptive reuse, barn conversion, barn renovation, Daylighting,...
- Beautiful Barn Renovation Literally Turns an Old Farmhouse Inside Out Sat, 26 Mar 11, 1:48amRead the rest of Beautiful Barn Renovation Literally Turns an Old Farmhouse Inside Outhttp://www.inhabitat.com/wp-admin/ohttp://www.inhabitat.com/wp-admin/options-general.php?page=better_feedptions-general.php?page=better_feed...