Barns
Many old barns are just not up to par for modern farming needs, and they're too expensive to maintain as family heirlooms. The Barn Again! program, however, has spiked a renewed interest in preserving the character of rural America by encouraging people to renovate their existing barns instead of building new structures.
When quilt designs are painted on an 8' x 8' piece of plywood and hung on a barn, they're enjoyed by everyone who drives by.
Barns are built to last for decades and withstand the elements, but winter is hard on outdoor structures, especially old ones.
Here are a few practical design tips that will save you time and money.
Comfort and safety (the horse's, that is) should be top priorities when building a barn and a place to ride.
Most older barns are 'good enough' to last a long, long time, if you take the right steps to make them beautiful and useful again.
