This thoughtfully designed modern barn house plan blends contemporary simplicity with rustic-inspired form, creating a highly functional home that emphasizes open living, indoor–outdoor connection, and generous garage space. With clean rooflines, efficient proportions, and flexible living areas, this plan is ideal for homeowners seeking modern comfort with barn-style character.
The home features 1,538 square feet on the first floor, all located on a slab foundation, making it an excellent option for aging-in-place living or step-free accessibility. The total structure measures 1,552 square feet, with all square footage falling under unheated under-roof areas, reflecting an efficient, streamlined design. The house spans 58 feet wide by 68 feet deep, with a modest building height of 17 feet 10 inches, allowing it to fit comfortably on a wide range of lot types. Inside, 9-foot first-floor ceilings enhance the sense of openness throughout the main living spaces.
The exterior is anchored by a welcoming 94-square-foot covered front porch, perfect for casual seating or seasonal décor. At the rear, a spacious 216-square-foot covered rear porch extends the living space outdoors, offering a shaded area for relaxing, dining, or entertaining while maintaining privacy from the street.
Inside, the home is organized around an open floor plan that seamlessly connects the great room, kitchen, and breakfast area. The great room serves as the heart of the home, offering ample space for everyday living and gatherings. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring a central kitchen island, convenient eating bar, and a generously sized walk-in pantry for storage and organization. Adjacent to the kitchen, the breakfast area provides a relaxed dining option ideal for daily meals.
A dedicated den adds flexibility to the layout, functioning equally well as a home office, reading room, or quiet retreat. The inclusion of a first-floor laundry room enhances daily convenience, keeping essential tasks easily accessible without disrupting living areas.
The first-floor master suite is designed for comfort and privacy. It includes a spacious bedroom, a private master bathroom with double vanity sinks, and a large walk-in closet, creating a retreat-like environment. A second bedroom and full bathroom provide comfortable accommodations for guests, family members, or shared living arrangements, making this plan well-suited for downsizing households or small families.
One of the standout features of this modern barn house plan is the impressive 1,242-square-foot garage, accommodating three garage bays with both front and rear garage access. This dual-load configuration offers exceptional flexibility for drive-through parking, workshop use, or equipment storage, making it ideal for hobbyists, car enthusiasts, or homeowners who need extra utility space.
Built with 2x4 wall framing, truss roof framing, and a combination 8:12 and 4:12 roof pitch, the structure balances durability with architectural interest. The barn-inspired rooflines reinforce the home’s modern rustic appeal while maintaining a clean, contemporary silhouette.
With its efficient single-level layout, open living spaces, dual covered porches, and expansive garage, this modern barn house plan delivers practical living wrapped in a stylish, low-profile design that’s both functional and visually distinctive.
The construction drawings will include detailed, dimensioned floor plans, exterior elevations, roof plan, foundation plan, basic electrical layout, cross-section(s), foundation plan, and other general specifications. Some plans will include interior cabinet layouts.
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All house plans sold by Archival Designs have been designed to comply with the International Residential Code (IRC) and to the local codes in the area where the designer resides or where the house was built.
All house plans are designed to meet or exceed the national building standards required by the International Residential Code (IRC). Due to differences in climate and geography throughout North America, every city, local municipality and county has unique building codes and regulations that must be followed to obtain a building permit. Prior to purchasing a set of house plans, we recommend that you meet with your local building officials in order to determine the building requirements for your area. It is the responsibility of the purchaser(s) and/or builder to ensure that the structure is constructed to meet the codes of their local area.
Important Note:
House plans do not come stamped or signed by an architect or engineer. Additionally, house plans typically will not include structural engineering notes/calculations. Please check with your local building officials to determine if a stamp is required. If required, the building department will only accept a stamp from a licensed professional in the state where the home will be built.
Depending on your city, county, and state building requirements, house plans may need to be reviewed by a local licensed architect or engineer for structural details and code standards before construction begins. This is particularly true in coastal areas and those facing seismic events, extreme winds, and heavy snow. If you are building in any of these areas, a licensed structural engineer will likely be needed to provide the necessary calculations and additional drawings. We authorize the use of our plans conditioned on your obligation and agreement to strictly comply with all local building codes, ordinances, regulations, and requirements, including permits and inspections at the time of and during construction. We recommend checking with your local building department for the most current requirements. The purchaser(s) and/or builder are responsible for additional expenses incurred through meeting municipality requirements or other requirements for construction.
Our foundation plans have been designed for universal conditions and may need to be adjusted to fit your specific site conditions. The foundation should be modified by a local structural engineer to comply with soil testing laboratory findings and local building requirements.
Our house plans will include schematic electrical drawings; however, circuiting or wire sizing will not be included. Your electrical subcontractor will typically provide these drawings.
HVAC and plumbing drawings are not included. Your mechanical and plumbing subcontractors will determine the best layout for your site. Local HVAC codes, climatic requirements and commonly used systems vary throughout the country. The direction of how water flow will enter the home vary from case to case. For this reason, it is impossible to provide universal plans.
