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Holidays Are Better in a Barndominium


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There's something special about gathering around the dining room table during the holidays, surrounded by friends and loved ones. What makes it even more meaningful is creating those lasting memories in your forever home, custom-designed to suit your family’s needs. A barndominium is an affordable and popular way to achieve that dream home, and in this article, we’ll share some reasons to consider starting your barndo project.

 

What is a Barndominium?

 

A barndominium is a distinctive building that combines the features of a barn and a condominium, typically constructed from metal or wood, which has gained popularity since the early 2000s. They attract those interested in rural living, affordable housing, and a blend of workspaces and comfortable living areas. Often serving as both a home and a workshop or storage space, barndominiums offer open floor plans and can be customized with amenities like kitchens and bathrooms while maintaining a barn-like aesthetic. This makes them an excellent choice for those seeking a practical yet charming home.

 

Why Choose a Barndominium?

 

Cost-Effective: Barndominiums are often more cost-effective to construct and maintain compared to conventional houses, primarily because of their straightforward designs and materials. They offer great value per square foot, making them an ideal choice for large families or businesses needing ample workspace. Additionally, they typically come with reduced insurance costs and lower property taxes.

 

Versatility and Open Floor Plans: Barndominiums are incredibly versatile, blending living spaces with areas for work, storage, or hobbies. They often feature spacious, open layouts that make it easy to design and customize. By choosing to construct a fully custom barndominium, you have the freedom to decide the size of your living and workspaces, allowing you to create a workspace that can function as a garage, shop, or even a warehouse.

 

Durability: Barndominiums are usually made from metal or high-quality wood, designed to withstand harsh weather conditions and require less maintenance compared to traditional homes. Their metal construction offers durability, resisting mold, mildew, rot, termites, extreme weather, and fire. 

 

Energy Efficiency: Barndominiums can be more energy-efficient than traditional homes when equipped with effective insulation and energy-saving systems. Insulating a metal building like a barndominium keeps air from escaping, which eases the workload on heating and cooling systems. As a result, homeowners often enjoy lower utility costs.

 

Rustic Charm and Rural Appeal: Barndominiums are loved for their distinctive, rustic charm, appealing to those who seek a warm and inviting country-style home. They seamlessly blend into rural landscapes, making them a popular choice for anyone looking to embrace a peaceful, countryside lifestyle.

 

Quick Construction: The construction of barndominiums can be quicker than that of standard homes, allowing homeowners to settle in sooner. Generally, the building process takes about 3 to 6 months, although this timeline can vary depending on the level of customization in the design. While a fully customized interior barndominium may take up to a year to complete, planning now means you and your family could enjoy a beautiful new home for Christmas 2025! We’re committed to making your dream home a reality just in time for next year's holidays. Contact us using the information found at the bottom to learn more about how we can help make this possible.

 

Our Services and What’s Included

 

We can construct barndominiums throughout our four-state area, which includes Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, and Wyoming, though the services we provide can differ based on the location. In all areas, we ensure the completion of an insulated, lockable shell, which includes concrete, entry doors, windows, gutters, garage doors, and insulation options like foam or fiberglass.  For projects within 150 miles of our headquarters in Atwood, Kansas, we also provide framing, sheetrock, texture, and painting for interior walls. If you're looking to build a barndominium within 70 miles of Atwood, you'll receive the full range of services, including the insulated and lockable shell, interior walls, and access to our general construction services. Our licensed and experienced general contractors are available to assist with completion of your custom home.


Our award-winning, accredited team specializes in building the highest quality post frame and steel frame barndominiums in Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, and Wyoming. Our buildings are stronger and more durable than our competitors, and we will work with your designer to create the perfect space for you! To learn more about the process, or to start a quote so you can enjoy your new barndominium next holiday season, visit www.vapconstruction.com/barndominiums.

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