Barndominium Builders in Eastern WA & North Idaho
A barndominium gives you a home and a shop under one roof, built the post frame way. PNW Post Frame builds the weather tight barndominium shell so you can finish the inside your way.
A barndominium, sometimes called a shouse, is a post frame building with finished living space. Usually that means a home on one side and a shop or garage on the other, all under the same roof. It is a popular choice on rural property because you get living space, work space, and storage in one efficient, cost effective building.
Why People Love the Barndominium
Home and shop in one building, on one foundation
Wide open interiors that are easy to lay out however you want
Lower cost per square foot than comparable stick built homes
Faster to get under roof than traditional construction
Room for serious insulation, so it is comfortable year round
A look that ranges from rustic to modern, however you want to finish it
How We Handle Barndominiums
We build the part we do best: the engineered, weather tight post frame shell, sized and laid out for the home and shop split you want. From there you can bring in your own finishers for the interior, or we can talk through coordinating the rest. Either way, the shell is built to real snow and wind loads for your site, so the home you finish inside it is on a solid footing.
Plan It Around Your Life
Living space on one end, a heated shop on the other, tall doors for the RV, a covered porch, big windows, whatever fits how you live. Tell us the split you have in mind and we will help you make it work.
Recent Projects
A few examples of the kind of work we do.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a barndominium cost?
It varies widely because a barndominium is really two projects in one: the post frame shell and the interior finish. The shell is priced like a post frame building of that size and spec. The finished living space depends on your finishes and systems. We can price the shell for you and talk through the rest so you go in with clear expectations.
Do you finish the interior living space?
We specialize in the post frame shell, which is the structure your home is built inside. We are happy to talk through how the interior finishing fits in and how to coordinate it.
Can I live in a barndominium full time?
Yes, many people do. When it is built and finished for full time living, a barndominium is a comfortable, efficient home. Local permitting will treat the living space as a residence, which we can help you understand.
Is a barndominium cheaper than a regular house?
Often the shell costs less per square foot than comparable stick built construction, and you get shop or storage space in the same building. Final cost depends heavily on how you finish the living space.
Ready to Start Your Project?
Tell us what you have in mind and we will get back to you with real numbers and honest answers. You can also call us at 509-464-9306.