Small Barndominium House Plans, Floor Plans & Designs

Efficient Living in a Unique Style

A small barndominium gives you country charm and smart design without the massive footprint of an actual barn design.

These unique homes take the popular barn aesthetic and pack it into a more manageable, affordable package. Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone who wants something different, a small barndominium breaks away from cookie-cutter housing.

At Archival Designs, we've created plans that make the most of limited square footage while keeping all the character that makes barndominiums special.

Smart Features in Compact Designs

Our small barndominium floor plans pack in so many great features despite their diminutive size. Most feature an open concept layout where your kitchen, dining, and living spaces all flow together.

Even our most compact plans include features like a private primary suite, walk-in closet, and kitchen with a snack bar for casual meals. Large sliding glass doors connect to your porch or patio, making the whole place feel bigger and bringing the outdoors in.

Versatile Options for Various Needs

Whether you need a weekend getaway, starter home, or in-law quarters, our small barndominium plans can work for you.

Some add a home office or flex room you can use however you like – hobbies, relaxing, music, etc. Others come with an attached workshop or garage – staying true to the barndominium's practical roots.

From simple two-bedroom layouts to designs with high ceilings and spacious porches, these brilliantly unique plans prove that going smaller doesn't mean giving up comfort or style.

FAQ

What exactly is a small barndominium?

A small barndominium takes the barn-inspired design that's become so popular and scales it down. Many incorporate metal building techniques, though others use of traditional materials – particularly wood – with barn styling. They typically feature open interiors and cost less to build than conventional houses of similar size.

How does the layout of a small barndominium maximize space?

Most small barndominium floor designs skip unnecessary walls in favor of an open floor plan. The main level usually combines kitchen, dining, and living areas in one flowing space, often with higher ceilings to create airiness.

Can a small barndominium include a garage or workshop?

Absolutely! Many barndominium plan options come with an attached garage or workshop area. Some have flexible space that can serve as a garage, workshop, or extra living area as your needs change. This versatility makes small barndominiums great for hobbyists or anyone who needs project space.

Are small barndominiums suitable for full-time living?

Definitely. Our small barndominium plans include everything you'd want in a regular home: well-equipped kitchens, comfortable bedrooms, full bathrooms, and welcoming living areas. Most feature a primary suite with its own bathroom and walk-in closet.

How customizable are small barndominium floor plans?

The straightforward structure of a barndominium floor makes these plans easy to modify. Without load-bearing walls getting in the way inside, you have plenty of layout options. We can adjust plans to add a bigger porch, rearrange the primary suite, or tweak the open-concept layouts to better suit your lifestyle.

Small Barndominium House Plans