Nick Glimenakis
Design ideas for a small country detached granny flat in New York.

Lauren Rubenstein Photography
Design ideas for an expansive country detached shed and granny flat in Atlanta.

A wide open lawn provided the perfect setting for a beautiful backyard barn. The home owners, who are avid gardeners, wanted an indoor workshop and space to store supplies - and they didn’t want it to be an eyesore. During the contemplation phase, they came across a few barns designed by a company called Country Carpenters and fell in love with the charm and character of the structures. Since they had worked with us in the past, we were automatically the builder of choice! Country Carpenters sent us the drawings and supplies, right down to the pre-cut lengths of lumber, and our carpenters put all the pieces together. In order to accommodate township rules and regulations regarding water run-off, we performed the necessary calculations and adjustments to ensure the final structure was built 6 feet shorter than indicated by the original plans.

Photo of a mid-sized country detached shed and granny flat in Charlotte.

Photo of a country detached barn in Philadelphia.

Large country detached garden shed in Minneapolis.

Lisa Carroll
Small country detached one-car garage in Atlanta.

Adrydog
Mid-sized country detached shed and granny flat in Other.

Matthew Benham
Photo of a country garage in Charlotte.

The conversion of this iconic American barn into a Writer’s Studio was conceived of as a tranquil retreat with natural light and lush views to stimulate inspiration for both husband and wife. Originally used as a garage with two horse stalls, the existing stick framed structure provided a loft with ideal space and orientation for a secluded studio. Signature barn features were maintained and enhanced such as horizontal siding, trim, large barn doors, cupola, roof overhangs, and framing. New features added to compliment the contextual significance and sustainability aspect of the project were reclaimed lumber from a razed barn used as flooring, driftwood retrieved from the shores of the Hudson River used for trim, and distressing / wearing new wood finishes creating an aged look. Along with the efforts for maintaining the historic character of the barn, modern elements were also incorporated into the design to provide a more current ensemble based on its new use. Elements such a light fixtures, window configurations, plumbing fixtures and appliances were all modernized to appropriately represent the present way of life.

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Design ideas for a country shed and granny flat in Other.

These homeowners added a great flexible space by adding this great little unit in the back yard. Is it a studio? An office? A guest room? All of these and more! The interior opens directly into the back yard and garden by using Krown Lab's ROB ROY sliding barn door hardware on a wall of moveable windows. By designing in this flexibility they really blend the line between living spaces and bring the outdoors in.

John Rather
Country granny flat in Boston.

Marjon van Eyk
This is an example of a country barn in Charleston.

A quaint garden shed in the backyard provides this family with a place to store tools and plants.
Country garden shed in Milwaukee.

photo by Alex Vertikoff
Photo of a large country detached barn in Boston.

Horse stables built with recycled materials throughout. Metal rail paddocks. Corrugated roof.
Inspiration for a country shed and granny flat in San Francisco.

With its impressive 1,536-square-feet of interior space, this pole barn offers unparalleled storage and versatility. The attached lean-to provides an additional 384-square-feet of covered storage, ensuring ample room for all their storage needs. The barn's exterior is adorned with Everlast II™ steel siding and roofing, showcasing a vibrant red color that beautifully contrasts with the black wainscoting and roof, creating an eye-catching aesthetic perfect of the Western New York countryside.

This beautiful historic carriage house was used as a library on the left side and an empty, tired, unfinished garage on the right. We designed a beautiful, eclectic, art studio with an old world charm. The clients used reclaimed elements that completed this fun and functional space.