If you want to build a barndominium that is relatively modest in size, but still roomy enough for comfortable living, a 40×40 barndo in the 1,600 square foot range may be an ideal fit. We’re going to share a couple of our best selling 1,600 square foot floor plans with you. Before we do though, let’s discuss why 40×40 is a size worth considering.
Why 40×40 is a Great Size for a Barndo
1,600 square feet gives you all the space you need if you do not have a huge family or a ton of stuff to store. At the same time, it isn’t overwhelming large. There is less to clean and maintain than you would have with a much larger barndo. You also might have an easier time finding a place for it since you do not need as large a property. It could give you more room for a lawn and garden too.
Is 40×40 a Popular Size for Barndos?
40×40 is a popular size for barndominiums. It is not as common as 40×60, 40×75, or 30×40. But anything between 1,200 to 3,000 square feet is a typical range for barndominiums, and 1,600 square feet falls into that range.
1,600 Square Foot Floor Plans for Barndominiums
SV-5503-C Charlie Barndominium House Plan
This barndo floor plan has 1,677 square feet of heated space, plus a 3-car garage and a wraparound porch that add more square footage. It is a single story home that includes 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
The front door opens to the living room, which is combined with the kitchen. There is a vaulted ceiling over both for an airy feel. A hallway leads to the master bedroom and the secondary bedroom. Each has its own bathroom and walk-in closet.
The garage is large enough to serve as a workshop, making this a shop house (“shouse”). It includes a powder room, the mudroom/laundry room, and a safe room.