You’ve Never Seen a Barn Conversion Like This Before

As a kid playing in the hayloft of his parents’ dusty 80-year-old barn in Medina, Ohio, Andrew Towne never imagined that one day he would convert the space into a stunning modern home for himself and his then elementary school friend Crystal Madrilejos. But decades later, that’s exactly what happened. See how this family of four converted nan 80-year-old barn into a warm, cozy home with a one-of-a-kind exposed interior roof frame. See more barn conversion ideas on Houzz. www.houzz.com/photos/query/ba...

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Please see more details about the barn and how they manage heating and cooling here: www.houzz.com/houzz-tv/youve-never-seen-a-barn-conversion-like-this-before-stshtvvw-vt~125355187?vm=list

[@ebubechukwuogbuagu4502]

"I have plans to plant a bunch of trees that I'll never see grow but maybe they will" damn, such insight

[@davidlabarr]

I don’t know what that made me tear up a bit

[@Garium87]

The ancient Greeks used to say that "a society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in."

[@dawndawn45]

Damn! Someone started cutting onions when he said that!! My eyes 👀 started watering up...

[@robynandrews4384]

It looks way bigger inside than outside.

[@jaizeta]

That's partially due to the wide angle lens most the interior shots were filmed with.

[@siegfriedarmory6271]

Kid: *leaves door open* Mom: "What? Where you raised in a... oh"

[@ginofoogle6944]

you win the internet for today! congrats!

[@notsocute7292]

Can I give you a hug?

[@Annie1962]

@@ginofoogle6944 indeedy

[@jstoli996c4s]

LOLOLOL

[@Smilealot62]

Bahahahaha 😂🤣 Touché !

[@sophia4christ]

I like how this architect preserves the historical nature of this barn. It's a sensitive, respectful renovation.

[@ope4r540]

Despite the enormity of the barn, it has a coziness that is so welcoming. I love it. 💚

[@jennifer_loves_8766]

This home is spectacular .... omg, I love everything about it....it is so unique

[@Annie-ZA]

Me too!

[@BlackStorm555]

Yes, I love it!!

[@Oliver-tm7jm]

Not a single thing I could criticise about this house - its prefect

[@IAmDeepSpace]

Looks like my dreamhouse! Curious about the pricetag to do all that. Wish that was reported...

[@ImStuckInStockton]

This woman has no time for BS lol i love her, We don't want it to be too rustic... like its a barn... we get it 😂

[@xxevery9seconds87xx]

Sheep Music I literally laughed out loud when she said that. She’s a keeper.

[@sunnys1n9h]

loved that comment!

[@jamesgordon1520]

Outstanding job, the man who built this back in the days would be proud of this. 👍

[@almostyummymummy]

In all my 48 years, I've only come across a mere three homes with an open plan floor that I've liked. This makes #4. I can also somehow see past the white, which again, proves how good a job was done here. An absolutely outstanding home.

[@mediclimber]

Play in the creek, climb a tree, I am so glad some kids still do that.

[@kathancock8096]

Best days of my life 😸😋🌠

[@spiky7794]

Love the barn. But what I love more is they both grew up and settled in the same city. Thats HOME.

[@marilouespinosa696]

There is no place like home🙂

[@NikBY]

Their home is amazing, and their style is lovely. I appreciated seeing the way the lights can be moved. The very last thing the dad says is also so wonderful and shows some of his lovely character.

[@vikkischerz1185]

Pass this everyday. Nice that the family was willing to share their home with everyone here.

[@krisknowlton2658]

I sure am glad they didn't get one of the designers from HGTV to design and decorate their barn because they would have painted all that beautiful wood. The transition from barn to house was absolutely perfect.

[@agingintobeauty]

Spectacular remodel. The architects did amazing work. Love it. Lucky family:)

[@oceanminded2009]

Well I thought I wanted a tiny house until I saw this. Details details details! Might be my favorite houzz!

[@jean405]

This barn conversion is stunning. If I had to live in a big house again, this would be my dream house.

[@johndragseth3234]

The story this video captures well is the positive collaboration between the architect and the homeowner. Really cool, and well-done.

[@roompa2271]

They didn't specified the cost of renovation😕. But loved the transformation.

[@VinKohl]

This is amazing, bravo to the architects and contractors who made this vision a reality....and for the owners willing to take a risk to realize their dream! What a great family story!

[@armosamarosso]

Incredible. Their kids are going to have amazing childhoods growing up there. What a wonderful place to live. Amazing.

[@arykserolf]

"I have plans to plant a bunch of trees that I'll never see grow but hopefully, you know, they will." My heart.

[@bigredc222]

The way they insulated the roof was a great idea, beautiful house, I hope they have many happy years there.

[@aprillittle595]

This is SO well done. I absolutely love the preservation of the original elements of the barn. Just stunning.

[@StariusPrime]

Over the years, I've gone back and forth about wanting to turn the old barn on our family century farm into a home. Watching this video has me leaning towards the pro side of the column once again...

[@saddletramp5000]

The craftsmanship of that ceiling is as beautiful as the sistine chapel 😢

[@vanessah.4120]

Beautiful! It looks so much bigger on the inside, though.

[@surjeudi2249]

Tim is about to be booked up for the next decade! Great balance with the old and the new, rustic and contemporary!

[@shirleycooper5674]

This barn house is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! I would love to live in something this GORGEOUS!

[@maggiesue4825]

I wish more folks would convert unused barns into homes. Here in Virginia, more and more barns are left to rot - so sad!

[@maggiemagennis3507]

Wow! Fantastic adaptation of the barn, keeping the original beauty intact. Love it🥰

[@jacobhill3251]

I used to work for a man who turned a large barn into a multilevel mansion. The old silo was outfitted with an elevator, there was also a 2000 square foot garage/ show room in the basement

[@DK_tk3]

I always wonder who built these barns. I mean the detail the builder put into this is amazing.

[@Lili-vn5cq]

It is really impressive! And I loved the exterior entrance to the barn. It's unique.

[@estherstrategicadvisor749]

Very impressive indeed! I clicked on this because of the thumbnail showing the BEAUTIFUL structure of the roof

[@davidfuller6290]

This is a work of art, creativity & vision!

[@peacefreedom4930]

I think his mother deserves recognition for giving them this idea and land. The house is absolutely stunning. I wish this family many days of love and laughter in this beautiful home.

[@Jason-dm7uh]

This home is ridiculously beautiful, and tranquil looking.

[@susanpitlock6601]

Looks awesome!! Thank you for reviving the old barn.

[@janemily2627]

This is INCREDIBLE! The structure is AMAZING! This home is SUPER WOW!

[@pattycarosi9618]

Absolutely Beautiful! The inside before remodel sold me just so beautiful! All that wood is stunning! Nothing beats living in the country watching you children play outside not many kids do anymore. They did a beautiful remodel! Lovely family you could see he was very happy to bring his family to this land where he grow up.

[@joelewis593]

I worked for a roofing company in Lansing, mi. Years ago. We roofed the eb oldsmobile barn that was converted to a home. Beautiful home.

[@tammym7940]

This is so beautiful. I love the openness and cozy feeling. Everything flows so beautifully.

[@ClaudyArfaras]

Cute family and beautiful home for the future to bring all things of greatness possible... Good Luck to them...

[@rockyhernandez]

Very generous of his parents! It looks great, Btw.

[@learyxx2678]

This video has been in my suggestions for the longest time. And I've been ignoring it, today I finally watched it. Guess what... LOVE IT!!!

[@davidkyle5017]

I've watched this vid a few times now and I am just stunned by how lovely this effort turned out. I love old homes and barns but I equally love modern architecture and design. You've blended them both so well. Congrats.

[@monkiaray9093]

THE ROOF ...THE ROOF IS GORGEOUS..😊😊😁😁

[@estherbradley3218]

Love the interior. It looks spacious and cozy at the same time

[@sejuyz]

Wow! This architect just KILLED IT!!!

[@sutherlandrebecca7312]

That's so cute that he's got a new basketball hoop there so his kids can share the same joy

[@MichaelWoodward_71]

One of the best videos! Such a nice family and story. I love love your home it came out incredible!

[@lavieen_rose]

the house is amazing and i bet the kids will grow up to be great individuals.

[@patblack2291]

Creating something modern yet warm and inviting is rarely achieved, and this home really does it. Congratulations to the owners and the architect for creating such a great, special home. So happy to see it, thank you!

[@marcop.9744]

Absolutely stunning. Very happy for the family that gets to enjoy it.

[@loisaustin6200]

This just may be the most beautiful, perfect, home I've seen in a long time. I love everything about it. I do wonder though, how many of us could afford such a magnificent renovation.

[@nicholascamp5974]

Looks like the inside of a boat without the decking. Beautiful.

[@eclectricgay]

I rarely like other people's tastes in things much, but this house is nearly perfect. Such a great balance of rustic and modern.

[@totoys1573]

It looks amazing...i just cant imagine how to clean a dusty ceiling

[@SM-md7pg]

Seriously, the designer👏 and the design sense of the owner i.e. they knew what they want 👏👏👏

[@micjam1986]

As a retired carpenter.. i tip my hat to the builder.. looks amazing!

[@TheSingingGardener]

What an AMAZING remodel! And the dad saying he plans on planting a bunch of trees that his kids can see grow was very touching

[@Cotton_Candy_Casting]

This may be my favorite houzz yet.

[@natedogg2310]

Had to have been at least 200/sq ft in renovation costs. Beautiful outcome.

[@karencooper9831]

Unbelievable how awesome this home is💕 I just love it

[@Mashkoor110]

i am seriously envious. a beautiful family home for a beautiful family. bless you all.

[@1972CB350]

watched this again months later, still amazing. what a great family and beautiful home.

[@namesake-mx9nl]

jaw dropping , what a magnificent conversion , and look at that cavernous interior , the ceiling height , spacious , especially with a family , that staircase is simple yet magnificent , love the practical elements such as the outside bank leading up to the first floor , when you start from scratch you can add these touches and plan your house how you want it . they also had a graet architect with some graet ideas and advice . I wish they gave measurements such as square footage and the height of that ceiling . if this homw was mine , I would never want to move anywhere else

[@samlopez7179]

What a beautiful family and what a beautiful home they have built for themselves. It’s so spacious and seems so comfy. I love it ❤️

[@wytube2009]

What synergy with family and architect.....a love story! running in the same grass as your father....really nice. Great Mom!!!!

[@KylesLMTVtinyhouse]

Thanks to the owners for inviting us into this awesome space and to the creators of this Content for sharing it with us.

[@dekar1738]

The architect outdid him self!

[@feliciabourque]

So cool I've never known that you could turn a barn into an actual living house.

[@cassieluv62]

Gorgeous

[@blonzella]

Beautiful home, beautiful family.

[@b.tillman6195]

This farmhouse is stunning! Absolutely gorgeous!

[@lastmoonchild]

I'm in love with your home. May your family, and friends enjoy it for decades to come. 🙂

[@lcn2727]

This is the most beautiful conversion I have ever seen.

[@Aviera18]

The original barn construction is amazing. The conversion was done beautifully, too. Just stunning.

[@hajrijedaci1735]

Oh my God how gorgeous this home is. Everything about it just beautiful beautiful.

[@summerbrooke4076]

I was wondering where that adorable town was, then see Medina, Ohio. Lol I am from Hartville (45 minutes away) now in Stow (about 20ish minutes away.) I want to go find it to see in person! This is my dream to build a barn home and a tiny home to travel. So Neat! Good on them!

[@andreaandrea6716]

Stunning original architecture and beautifully respectful renovation. Bravo.

[@TheNunakun]

One of the best abodes ever. Kudos to the original designers & builders of the barn as well.

[@chrisswe4360]

This is absolut stunning. I like the idea of having a modern way of living while preserving the old strukture. What a wonderful unique way to live back home.

[@carolgoerke3109]

Great job! The renovation is beautifully awesome! What a grand place to live. The history of this gorgeous barn has been preserved.

[@juliecampbell7281]

This is how they built barns in the 17th and 18th centuries... Structural stunning!

[@nicogeo9512]

You should all be proud of what you’ve done here. Absolutely wonderful!

[@ilovesesshomarusama716]

I wish my hubby would consider doing something like this. Great idea it’s beautiful

[@deborahwheeler4302]

I was blessed with opportunity to visit Germany. Structure of ceiling and the wood floor angle, reminds me of a tour I took in the Black Forest, and a barn there has this same structure!!! Y’all are so very blessed!

[@arborinfelix]

There are architects and there are artists. This guy is an artist...

[@Rubylove48]

Stunning conversion. Gorgeous family. Much happiness to your family in this home.

[@tori7390]

“Like we got it, it’s a barn.” 😂😂😂

[@silbug]

What a beautiful home and setting. So inspirational.

[@ET-no4zi]

This is the most beautiful unique home i have ever seen ! Bravo to the architect and all workers!!!!! So so amazing

[@andreaward9074]

Out of this world GORGEOUS!!!

[@shanaproctor100]

Extraordinary! What a beautiful home!

[@saringaclose]

not going to lie the guy who did put that structure up is the winner for me that is some skill

[@karenmicheleosburn9556]

Beautiful barn home!! Smart people, I noticed no TV!!! You have the right ideas for your children! God Bless you!

[@hauteswan2541]

Very sweet family and what an amazing barn house. I just love it! Great job!

[@shelleynelson125]

Such a gorgeous house, I could just move in! Decorated just how I want it 🥰