Let’s look at 15 of the absolute best barndominium interior ideas that will take your barndo from an old refurbished farm, to your absolute dream home!
Last Updated: 10/29/24
If you haven’t heard about this trend yet, just know that you’re missing out! That’s right, I’m talking about the barndominium home trend.
It sounds weird and maybe even a little silly, but when you see the pictures below, you’ll be blown away.
Barndominiums, often lovingly referred to as barndos, are the perfect style of home for those looking to embrace a more relaxed, outdoor forward lifestyle, but with a little more glam.
Maybe you’ve always dreamed about how beautiful the simple life on a farm could be, but like me, you know you’re not cut out for maintaining livestock or crops.
This is where the beauty of a barndominium comes in! You still get to drive up to a barn on a large farm every day, but without the huge amount of responsibility.
Now with all these pros, you know there has to be some cons. One of the most challenging parts about owning a barndo is knowing how to design it.
Because they are essentially refurbished barns, or at least made to look so, the floor plans are very open and with incredibly high ceilings.
These unique features can make the design and decor process challenging, but that’s where these barndominium interior ideas come in.
I’ve compiled a list of 15 of the most breathtaking barndo decor ideas that will suit multiple different designs styles and tastes. If you’re looking for unique inspiration, you’ve come to the right place!
15 Barndominium Interior Ideas
Related to Barndominium Interior Ideas:
- Modern Barndominium Kitchen Ideas
- DIY Rustic Basement Bar Ideas On a Budget
- Rustic Living Room Centerpieces Ideas
1. Diagonal Facing Living Area
Credit: @luxurybarndominiums
The trickiest part about designing the interior decor of a barndominium is the obvious challenge that it’s all one room!
It can be hard to feel like you have designated spaces in your home. Trick your mind by creating “rooms” using direction changes.
A diagonal living room works so well because it makes the living area feel separated, unique, and extra cozy.
2. A Corner Dining Room
Credit: @mycedarhillhome
Another great way to divide space and create the illusion of rooms is by dedicating a corner in your barndo as the dining room area.
A large rug as well as some smartly placed furniture will go a long way in elevating a space!
This is the perfect way to utilize every inch of your open floor plan, plus it creates a beautiful vignette to make memories at.
3. Barn Door Window Shades
Credit: @crandellbarnhome
Tie the barn theme into your barndominium interior ideas with these stunning barn door window shades!
They add so much personality to the room and I absolutely love the functional option of being able to have them open or closed.
This is the perfect idea for a master bedroom or a living room where you frequently have movie nights and need to block out the natural light.
4. Cabin-Themed Design Style
Credit: @coppertop_1985
If you love the rustic decor style, then this cabin-themed barndo kitchen is probably right up your alley.
The most effective way to achieve this look is by layering natural materials. In the kitchen above, you can see this in the stone flooring, knotted wood beams and ceiling, and granite countertops.
This is the perfect look for a barndominium in the mountains or out west!
5. Spiral Staircase
Credit: @tiffanymatthiasrealtor
One of my favorite things about barndominium interior ideas is you usually see a lot of vertical space to play with.
Oftentimes barndos have lofts or raised hallways that can be seen from the main living space. Draw the eye upward and add some visual interest to the space with a spiral staircase.
Instead of trying to figure out where to hide your staircase in your open floor plan design, make the staircase the ultimate design feature!
6. Floor to Ceiling Stone Fireplace
Credit: @juliaduke.rockrealty
If you plan on incorporating a fireplace into your barndo design, then go big or go home! When you have such a tall space to fill, utilize it with a floor to ceiling fireplace.
This look is especially beautiful and effective with fireplaces constructed from stone or brick. The added texture will make the feature even more of a focal point.
Designing the furniture and decor in a room becomes an easy project when you know exactly what to design around.
7. Galvanized Tin Indoor Siding
Credit: @crandellbarnhome
There are certain barndominium interior ideas that you can get away with in a refurbished barn that wouldn’t quite work in a regular home.
Corrugated tin siding is definitely one of those decor options! Especially if you’re home is a true barn turned home, it can be fun to give a nod to the structure’s original intent.
This siding is a unique option that will bring tons of rustic character to your dream home. Personally, I’m obsessed.
8. Warm Toned Epoxy Flooring
Credit: @tabitha_story
When people think of epoxy flooring, they usually think of their car ports and garages. I love this look for a barndo home, though!
Especially when it’s this beautiful metallic copper color. It brings all the warmth of hardwood into the home, but it’s much more durable and easy to clean.
Just add rugs in the areas where you want that added coziness, then let the beauty of the epoxy shine in areas with heavier foot traffic.
9. Rustic Upcycled Wall Decor
Credit: @double.l.ranch
Like I mentioned previously above, if you’re barndominium isn’t a new build but truly is a refurbished barn, have some fun with referencing that history.
If you’re lucky, maybe the property already had some vintage barn items lying around that you could then upcycle to become stunning wall decor.
You can also find a lot of vintage farm tools and similar items at antique stores in smaller towns. I’m from the midwest so antiques like these aren’t hard to come by!
10. Large Sectional Sofa
Credit: @oreelhomesteadbarndominium
The amazing thing and sometimes really challenging thing about barndos is just how much space you have to work with. It can make designing a room feel like a daunting task.
If you have a large family, though, or maybe lots of pets, a great option to consider is a sectional. Sectionals do a great job of filling a space while simultaneously being functional for the family.
Plus, the added seating space just means more opportunities to shop for throw pillows!
11. Rustic Pendant Lighting
Credit: @r2gbarndo
My favorite way to upgrade an interior space is with unique or custom pendant lighting. Check out my post on DIY rustic lighting ideas for some inspo!
The large barn wood log piece with hanging bulbs seen on the far right in the picture is the perfect statement pendant for above a dining table.
Over your kitchen island, go for smaller pieces like these black cage pendants. If you know me, though, you know I would swap the cool toned bulbs for amber tinted light bulbs.
12. Western Decor Details
Credit: @r2gbarndo
Chances are, if you’re into barndominium interior ideas and barn style homes, you’re probably also into Western home decor.
With all that wall space to fill, you can really have fun with your decor. A large cow skull makes a great statement piece above a TV.
I also love the use of a saddle next to the sofa table in the living room above. Little details like these make all the difference between a home that’s unique, and one that just follows trends.
13. White Shiplap Walls
Credit: @barndominiumideas
White walls can be truly beautiful in large spaces creating a crisp and clean look. When you have so much wall space, though, the added texture from shiplap can prevent white walls from looking boring.
I absolutely love a tongue and groove wood ceiling and sometimes that can be hard to pull off with wood floors as well.
When it’s separated by large white shiplap walls, though, it makes this look one of my favorite barndominium interior ideas on this list.
14. Functioning Garage Door Windows
Credit: @barndominiumideas
Functioning garage doors is one of those amazing design features that doesn’t have to be for trendy restaurants alone!
Especially if your barndominium is in a temperate climate, take advantage of your proximity to nature by incorporating elements like this into your home.
Most barndos exist on a lot of acreage (due to them being rehabilitated farm buildings), so you want to make the stunning views part of the personality of the home.
15. Indoor Sport Court
Credit: @creativecabinsllc
This is the perfect idea for homeowners with large families or kids in their teens! Be the house that all of your kid’s friends want to come over to after school.
This sport court space can be multifunctional to meet your needs as well. It can be a basketball court one day, an at home gym the next, or even an in-home movie theatre with the use of a projector!
Take advantage of the unique feature of a barndominium like it’s tall ceilings and open spaces and create a unique home feature that will keep your friends and family excited to come visit.
Related to Barndominium Interior Ideas:
- Modern Barndominium Kitchen Ideas
- DIY Rustic Basement Bar Ideas On a Budget
- Rustic Living Room Centerpieces Ideas
