The Barn Yard Blog

In Central Rhode Island, this incredible 44' x 72' Riverton Monitor Barn features a workshop on the first floor and a luxurious guest suite in the loft. The Monitor Barn, inspired by the barns of the Rocky Mountain West, has a raised center section with two enclosed lean-tos. This particular model—the Riverton—is characterized by a 20' wide center section. Two 12' lean-tos st...

As each mortise & tenon connection is joined with oak pegs, the timber frame structure for this custom home is formed. Large Douglas fir timbers, a unique design, and teamwork made for a timber frame home raising to remember. Raising the timber frame is one of the most exciting parts of traditional timber frame construction, involving not only the crew but the family as w...

ADUs are the ideal solution for multigenerational living while maintaining independence and privacy in today’s housing market. Two Tolland residents were looking to downsize, but were struggling to find a home that suited their needs. Their son, also a Tolland resident, wanted them to stay close by. They decided together that an accessory dwelling unit built on his property w...

We are excited to reveal the latest edition of The Barn Yard’s Timber Frame Kit Catalog! This catalog has new models, like the A-Frame Cabin and the Quincy Car Barn, plus our brand new luxury ADU series, updated options, additional details, new features, and more. Browse hundreds of new photos and get inspired for your next timber frame build. 

This 38' x 56' Lenox Carriage Barn was turned into a rustic three-car garage, with a stunning interior that stands out no matter the season. Classic barn red siding, three overhead doors and an oversized door on the gable end, reverse gable dormer with cantilever ridge beam, divided light windows, and gooseneck lighting are just some of the features that make this barn’s exte...