If you’re planning a barndo, you’ll have a lot of options. One of those is adding a second story to your building.
While most barndominiums today are single-story buildings, barndos were originally multi-story. In fact, that allowed you to use the bottom floor as a garage, workshop, or agricultural area with a living space on top.
Today, that’s changed a lot, as most people use a barndo as a normal house. You can opt for a second story to add living space, decrease your costs per square foot of living space, and add a more home-like look to your barndo.
The following two-story barndominium floor plans should be just the inspiration you need.
5 2-Story Barndominium Floor Plans You’ll Love
Once you know what you need, you can easily put together an idea of what your two-story barndo should look like.
The following plans include some great ideas for how to use a 2-story barndo for your home.
1. GL0883-A (The Glenparke Plan)
- 2,550 sq. ft.
- 3 bedrooms
- 2.5 bathrooms
- 552 sq. ft. porch space
This charming family home offers 2,550 square feet of indoor living space plus an additional 550 square feet of wraparound porch. The two-story barndo features a large living area on the bottom floor with an attached kitchen and dining area.
The ground floor also offers a walk-in closet, plenty of storage, and a full master bathroom. Guests can use the ½ bath (powder room) attached to the mud room at the entry – ensuring your private area stays private.
The second floor is a 3⁄4 room, with the living area opened up to offer stunningly high ceilings. A loft offers space for whatever you want – whether a private living area for parents or older kids, a workshop, or a sports area.
Then, two bedrooms with a shared bath make this home ideal for a growing family, even as your kids grow up and need private space.
2. WI0893-A (The Windsor Plan)
- 2.550 sq. ft.
- 3 bedrooms
- 2.5 bathrooms
- 720 sq. ft. porch space
- 650 sq. ft. garage
This large family home offers everything for a family with two kids, including a large private bedroom downstairs, two upstairs bedrooms, and 2.5 baths. The design comes with an attached garage suitable for one car with workshop or storage space around it.
The ground floor also features a master bedroom with a walk-in closet and master bathroom. The kitchen area offers a pantry with an attached dining room.
You also get a mudroom with attached laundry and half bath plus an additional storage and utility closet attached to the garage. Plus, with a 720 square foot wraparound porch, you’ll have all the space to enjoy your outdoors and your view.
Upstairs, the ¾ second-floor plan is divided into a loft, an office, and two bedrooms, complete with a shared bath and built-in closets. The loft gives you space for socializing upstairs, sports, or anything else you want.
The private office is attached to one of the bedrooms, meaning you can easily convert it into a more private space.
3. CA0903-A (The Carnegie Plan)
- 2,410 sq. ft.
- 3 bedrooms
- 3.5 bathrooms
- 384 sq. ft. porch space
This two-story barndo offers two floors complete with a large kitchen and dining area, a private living room area, and 3 bedrooms. The house plan centers on creating quiet and private spaces for individuals, making it ideal for families with older kids.
Four bedrooms have their own attached bathrooms, and those bedrooms can also be converted into home offices and work spaces. The home also features a large master bedroom with a walk-in closet and master bathroom.
The living area opens into a front porch and patio, so you can enjoy your view.
The second floor is a much smaller area, offering a bedroom, a bathroom, and an open space with a built-in closet, which you can convert into anything you want – whether you need an office, a third bedroom, or even storage.
4. BR0913-A (The Branson Plan)
- 2,665 sq. ft.
- 3 bedrooms
- 3.5 bathrooms
- 681 sq. ft. porch space
- Garage space available
This family home offers a sprawling downstairs living area with two bedrooms, a large living area, and a private dining area and kitchen.
The master bedroom features a walk-in closet and master bath, perfect for giving you the space and comfort you need. The second downstairs bedroom also offers a private bedspace with a built-in closet, ideal for either a second bedroom or use as an office.
You’ll also get plenty of built-in storage with a laundry area, cupboards, pantry, and closets.
The second story opens out over the living room and features a bedroom with a private bath. You also get a loft space to use for socializing or whatever you want. And you get a large amount of attic space for storage so you can keep stored goods neatly out of sight.
5. AS0922-A (The Astoria Plan)
- 1,750 sq. ft.
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- 869 sq. ft. porch space
This compact home offers a space-saving approach to living, ensuring you can make the most of your home. Downstairs, you get a living area opening into a dining area and kitchen.
The downstairs area also features a full wraparound porch, encompassing 869 square feet of outdoor living space. The home also features a built-in laundry and pantry rooms plus a mechanical room for your boiler and other utilities.
The upstairs floor features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and even more storage. Plus, a loft area allows you to offer kids a playroom or add couches and extra socializing space upstairs.
That makes this home ideal for a couple without kids or as a starter home you intend to grow out of in 5-10 years. And, for now, it’s small enough to be easy to clean while still offering plenty of space for guests and for storage.
Conclusion
Adding an extra floor to your barndo can allow you to create a more aesthetic home. It can also allow you to add to the floor space in your home without exceeding lot recommendations.
It’s also cheaper to build up than over, because you’ll reduce the costs of the roof and the floor space.
Hopefully, some of these floor plans offer you the inspiration you need to move forward with your own home plans so you can break ground and start building.
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