Wedding and event barns have grown in popularity in recent years thanks to their versatility and beauty. And as more barns are being built, including unique amenities to add that extra “wow” factor has become a priority for architects and designers.
One custom builder, B&D Builders, has produced many event barns, each designed to suit the specific needs and styles of their customers. Here, they share some of the unique features that can make an event barn an unforgettable backdrop for life’s big events.
Sitting Rooms
Sitting rooms are a popular addition to venues because they provide guests a place to feel at home and relax before or after an event. These 1,000-square-foot rooms in Pennsylvania boast exposed timbers, hardwood floors, and custom-built mantels.
Unique Flooring
Choosing a unique flooring for your venue can really up the ante and provide guests with an unforgettable aesthetic they will talk about for years to come. Surprisingly, sometimes the perfect complement to a wood ceiling isn’t a wood floor. In this Missouri wedding barn, acid-etched concrete flooring is an unexpected companion to the beautiful stained-glass window. Douglas fir timber frames and cedar siding complement modified hammer-and-beam trusses. According to the owner of this facility, “Week in and week out, we hear the same thing from guests, ‘Wow, I’ve seen pictures of this place, but there is no picture that can do this place justice.’ ” Unexpected extra touches can make the entire event experience unforgettable.
High Ceilings
Whether your event barn has a rustic or modern feel, high ceilings are a distinctive addition to the design that will leave a lasting impression. Timber-framed structures, in particular, have benefits that go beyond mere aesthetics. Wood has a stronger sound-dampening capacity than most building materials. The natural acoustic properties of timbers prevent and control excessive echoes, making it perfect for venues that host large groups of people. In addition, the strength, versatility, and durability of timber allow for more open spaces. Thanks to timber frames’ ability to span large distances, fewer interior walls are needed to support the building itself.
Guest Houses
Offering a place for guests to stay before or after an event adds another layer of unique amenities to your facility grounds. This springhouse turned guesthouse features dramatic Gothic-style fixed windows, as well as a timber frame porch that creates a private area to unwind waterside.
Including unique features such as these in your designs can not only create distinctive looks but in some cases change the way guests use the spaces, making each event venue memorable in its own way.
B&D Builders have built many types of event spaces over the years, giving them experience and knowledge to offer design insight and guide customers through the building process. Learn more at B&DBuilders.com.
