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16' x 28' Modern Barn House Architectural Plans
16' x 28' Modern Barn House Architectural Plans
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16' x 28' Modern Barn House Architectural Plans
The 16' x 28' Modern Barn House takes the proportions of a classic agricultural barn and reimagines them as a compact, livable cabin — 594 square feet with two bedrooms, one bathroom, and soaring 16-foot ceilings in the main living area. The result is a cabin that feels dramatically larger than its footprint, with the kind of vertical drama that makes barn-style architecture so compelling.
The tall gable roofline and board-and-batten aesthetic give the exterior a clean, contemporary barn look that photographs exceptionally well. The concrete slab foundation provides a solid, permanent base. The 115 PSF wind load rating makes this one of the more weather-hardened designs in our catalog — appropriate for exposed sites, open plains, and high-wind coastal or mountain locations.
Plan Specifications
- Footprint: 16' W x 28' L
- Height: 16'-8"
- Floor Area: 594 SF
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Foundation: Concrete slab
- Wind Load: 115 PSF
- Ceiling Height: 16'-0" main living area
- Est. Materials Cost: From $45,000
What's Included
Complete permit-ready plan set including: floor plan, foundation plan, roof framing plan, all four exterior elevations, wall sections, structural details, window and door schedule, and a full materials list. Ready for building permit submission in most US jurisdictions.
Available Plan Options
- Complete PDF Plan — Full plan set as a print-ready PDF. Instant download.
- PDF + CAD Files — Includes editable DWG CAD files compatible with AutoCAD, Illustrator, and TurboCAD.
Who This Plan Is For
Perfect for buyers who want barn house character without barn house square footage. The 16-foot ceiling height creates a spectacular main living space that looks stunning in short-term rental listing photos. Ideal for rural properties, farmland retreats, and open landscape lots where the vertical silhouette of a barn style reads strongly against the sky. A standout choice for Airbnb and VRBO investors looking for a distinctive, highly bookable property.
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Drawing Scale
Drawing Scale
All of our plans are drawn to standard scale (i.e. 1/4" = 1") as per most building and permit requirements.
Complete Plan Set
All plans include: materials list, floor plan, elevations, sections, foundation and roofing plan, electrical plan, plumbing fixture locations, construction details, door and window schedule, and more.