Simona is an interior design and décor writer for Homedit. Since 2011, she has been writing about interior design, DIY solutions, and the latest trends in home architecture.
Believe it or not, this barn home was originally built in 1797. At one point it was damaged by a fire and then in 2014 it was purchased by its current owners who decided that a complete restoration was needed. All the details of the project had to be carefully thought through. The owners who are also designers wanted the barn to retain some of its original features so they preserved the silo, the high ceilings and the exposed posts and beams. They also wanted their new home to get a fresh and modern update and that means some changes had to be made.
The barn got new windows, French doors, beautiful oak flooring and also some smart features. These changes and additions gave it the modern boost it required in order to become a comfortable home for its new owners. The new distribution of the spaces places the living room, dining area and kitchen on the main floor and the bedrooms, bathrooms and a large sitting area in the restored silo. There’s also a media room with direct access to a porch. There’s also a beautiful pergola, a pool, a pond and an orchard.
The barn, now a charming and modern family home, is located in Kent, ConnecticutThe property is quite vast and has a lovely pond and an orchardThe exterior of the barn didn’t change much except for a few updatesThe silo was preserved, restored and turned into a private wing which houses the bedroomsThe main floor connects the living area, dining room and kitchen into a large, open spaceThe original exposed posts and beams were preserved and are now part of the house’s new aestheticThe high ceilings give the living area a very open and airy look and also allowed a loft area to be added above the kitchenThe stone fireplace with a rustic wood surround creates a cohesive decor in combination with the exposed beamsThe loft space is warm and cozy, a lot like an attic with a more open feel to itThe master bedroom has access to a sitting area and takes advantage of the exposed woodNew design features such as the windows, French doors and oak floors help to shape the house’s new identityThe curved walls of the silo make this bathroom look very welcoming and intimateThe curved silo walls also give the bedrooms beautiful views and an extra cozy feelThe palette of materials, finishes and colors is limited to only a few which create a harmonious ambiance throughout the houseThe simple white walls and modern furniture balance the rustic ceiling and exposed beams, creating a fresh vibeIn the media room, the stone and wood surfaces are complemented by warm, soft-glowing lighting
