Adam Marcos, Author at BarndominiumZONE.com

Barndos are increasingly popular home options for a myriad of reasons. For example, they allow you to reduce the average cost of a new build by about 30% per square foot for a single-story building. On the other hand, they also allow you to affordably add large garages and workshops to your home, often for very little extra cost. If you're putting in a barndo with a shop, you also want to consider factors like the living arrangements, the layout, how many shops you need, and what a usable space looks like. These 5 inspiring 40x80 barndominium floor plans can help you figure out how a shop fits into your home and how to make the layout work for your living space. 5 40x80 Barndominium Floor Plans With Shop These barndominium floor plans with a shop should give you some ideas on how to use your 40x80 space. Hopefully, they inspire you to build your own barndominium. 1. PA0173-A (The Parkway Plan) 2,280 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms 624 sq. ft. porch space 920 sq. ft. garage/workshop This spacious family home offers everything you need for comfortable and social family living. It also offers plenty of room for private workshop and garage, with a split workshop so you can insulate and heat it. In addition, you get a 2-car garage – perfect for ensuring your cars are safe from your workshop. That also connects directly to a mudroom and laundry with ½ bath, so you don't have to walk your workshop through the house. The home itself features an open floor plan living area with a dining room, attached kitchen, and pantry. The wraparound porch means you can take family and guests outside when the weather is good. Plus, with three bedrooms, including a master bedroom with a walk-in closet and a master bathroom, you'll have space for the whole family. The plan also includes closets, built-in storage, and other amenities. Learn More 2. EM0183-A (The Emerson Plan) 1,867 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms 417 sq. ft. porch space 1,334 sq. ft. garage/workshop This large home plan offers an ideal solution for anyone in need of mixed family and garage space. The large garage and workshop is 1,334 square feet, ideal for either four cars, or for adding a workshop into the same space. That, plus three bedrooms, including one with a private bathroom and walk-in closet, make this home plan ideal for families with teenagers. You'll also get plenty of socializing space, with a large living and dining area and over 400 square feet of porch space. In addition, the space comes with storage including pantries, storage areas, and closets built in, so you'll always have private places to keep clutter to a minimum. Learn More 3. RO0194-A (The Rosemore Plan) 2,315 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms 3.5 bathrooms 440 sq. ft. porch space 880 sq. ft. garage/workshop Whether you have parents living with you, frequently have guests staying for longer periods, or have older teens and young adults staying with you - you'll love this 40x80 barndo floor plan. The home splits the living arrangements into two, with a full home complete with 3 bedrooms on one side of the home. That includes a master bedroom with a walk-in closet and a master bathroom. You'll also get a large living room with an attached dining area and kitchen. Then, the home opens into a garage and workshop, with 880 square feet of space. That opens into a small studio, complete with a living area, kitchenette, bedroom, walk-in closet, and master bathroom. Plus, with its own back porch, this area offers plenty of convenience and flexibility. Learn More 4. WO0203-A (The Woodfield Plan) 2,180 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms 344 sq. ft. Porch space 1,020 sq. ft. garage/workshop With a large garage and workshop area, this home offers everything you need for family plus hobbies and a work room. The home itself centers around a large master bedroom with an attached master bathroom and closet. You also get three additional bedrooms, each with built-in closets. A bonus room also means you can add a fourth bedroom or a home office or study depending on your needs. That private area opens into a great room with an attached dining and kitchen area as well as a large front porch. The garage itself is made for three cars. However, with a lot of extra space, you have room to build a workshop and benches into the back wall – so you have all the room you need for your workspace. That makes this plan perfect for a hobby area with plenty of room for family – where the family takes priority. Learn More 5. ME0214-A (The Meadway Plan) 2,576 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms 456 sq. ft. porch space 624 sq. ft. garage/workshop This spacious floor plan offers room for socializing and family, and for a garage with a workshop – giving you everything you need in one building. The home features a front porch which opens into a large open living area with a dining room, living room, and kitchen. That incorporates storage including a pantry and a laundry room, plus an attached half bath. The four-bedroom sleeping area also features 2 full bathrooms, including a master bath in the master bedroom. The master bedroom and one of the bedrooms also have walk-in closets for extra space. Nestled in between is 624 square feet of garage space, ideal for two cars, or one car plus a large workshop area. Learn More Taking The Next Steps Planning out a barndominium means taking a lot of factors into account. You'll have to consider your needs, how you live, and how you can best utilize your space to meet the needs of everyone in your family. Hopefully, these floor plan ideas give you a good idea of what you want to do with your space. And, if they don't meet your needs, you can always look at a smaller or larger space to see what you can do with it. Good luck building your barndo.