The Weil Barn

The client, a recently retired businessman, wanted a space of his own, attached to the house but not in the house.

He was enamored with barns, their openness and the aesthetics of timber frame construction. He also was determined to create a structure that was energy efficient and used passive and active solar systems. He came to Rountree Architects to make his dream room a reality.

After studying various ways to create a barn using new construction, the owner decided he wanted a "authentic" barn and discovered a company in Vermont that refurbished vintage barns. The Barn People, Inc. provided the 200 year old barn frame and the owner sourced out a variety of vintage barn wood material for the interior and exterior finishes.

Rountree Architects designed the space and the fenestrations around the frame. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS) were used for cladding. A Geothermal system was installed to provide heating and cooling.

The finished product is a delightful mix of old and new.

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