Builder Interview of a Luxury Loft Barn in Texas Hill Country

Hear directly from the builder about his experience building this luxury barn for an architect client in Texas Hill Country.

This stunning 44'x72' timber frame barn boasts a striking dark brown exterior complemented by oakmoss green accents around the doors and window trim. The 10' covered porch area enhances the barn's charm and provides additional outdoor storage.

Inside, the main level is dedicated to garage space and has ample room for this customer to enjoy his woodworking hobby. Journey upstairs to find a luxurious loft living space, making this barndominium a dream residence for the owners.

The loft is filled with an abundance of windows that create a bright and airy atmosphere throughout. The white walls and neutral tones harmonize perfectly with the incredible loft ceiling, creating a sense of spaciousness. The fully finished loft is a timber-frame marvel with an open floor plan and a full kitchen, living, and dining space. It has two bedrooms—a guest room and a primary suite. The primary bedroom has an attached bathroom decorated with beautiful light blue-green accents, adding a touch of luxury.

At the back, the loft opens up to a second-level deck, elegantly supported by gorgeous stone. The deck has stairs leading down to a cozy backyard dining space perfect for gatherings, especially when adorned with picturesque string lights.

This barn is an excellent example of a loft-living Timberlyne barn. It can serve as a stylish home or an inviting guest space. Imagine hosting friends and family in a barn or home filled with the strength and beauty of wood.

This barn's structure type is a timber frame. Timber frame construction relies on mortise and tenon (or wood-to-wood) joinery to bring everything together aesthetically and structurally. This traditional method is known for longevity and creates a strong and attractive space.

Builder Information: Art Leonard and Sons Finely Crafted Homes, experts at building homes in the Texas Hill Country, built the barn. They have 35-plus years of experience in constructing homes, and prefer to be intimately involved every step of the way.​