Horizon Structures Presents Series: In The Company Of Horses By Nikki Alvin-Smith

By Nikki Alvin-Smith

The horse aficionado’s dream lifestyle doesn’t come any more neatly packaged than in the form of a Barndominium. The multi-function horse and human living arrangement may mirror lifestyles of days long past, where the valuable horse was stabled close by to assure its protection from theft, but today’s resurgence of this practical duplicate use residence offers an abundance of marketplace options.

Savvy horse owners know that a horse barn is more than a house for stabling their noble wee beasties. It usually comes with a large footprint and plenty of opportunities for expansive storage above the horse stalls. While a loft set above the ground level can easily be converted to a human living space as a later renovation, the designated combination living spaces set out from the start offer many advantages.

But consider how factors like noise control and abatement; vermin and bird deterrents; insulation and energy factors; and not least the management of odors, dust and detritus can all detract from the human enjoyment of the ‘condo’ style living space above. The design criteria that magic up a positive living experience in today’s Barndo offerings are thanks to modern material options and better building standards. And it is important to choose a construction company that holds these standards in high regard.

There are many different Barndominium styles to choose from and the most popular are the modular designs. With factory-built modular design, you will residential-level quality and a streamlined, efficient way to create both premium stabling and inviting onsite accommodation.

Sustainable living and an eco-friendly footprint make the Barndominium an appealing structure to own, and barn buyers can choose not just size and functional designs, they can also select from rustic charm traditional features to a chic modern open-plan lay-out and finish.

The leading modular barn company in the country is Horizon Structures, was one of the first to bring the Barndominium modular designs to front and center in the equestrian market. The incredible flow of foot traffic through their showcase exhibit of a barndominium at last year’s Equine Affaire in W. Springfield, MA was a good indicator of how much interest horse folks have in this style of living. Horizon Structures continues to expand its product line of Barndominium offerings, with 5 different options currently available with nationwide delivery.

With its inviting design and accessible price point, The Barnette gives horse owners a stylish one-bedroom studio apartment ideal for guests, staff accommodations, or personal onsite living. Country Charm packages offer distinctly separate living spaces for horse and human which helps prevent too much intertwining of horse and human life with entrances independent of each other. This is perfect for the couple where one partner is not quite as horse oriented as the other or for family living or additional income from short term rental use of the residential space.

Full on country living lifestyle is captured with The Farmhouse or The Paddock Retreat all provide different ambience and aesthetics with varietal practical considerations. And then the most recent style to hit the modular market is the ultra-spacious Skyline.

There truly is something for everyone. But there are caveats that the horse Barndo buyer should consider wherever they find their collaborative Barndo building partner. As with any construction project, it is essential that the property owner check with their local zoning office before beginning the development process, to ensure that a ‘finished’ Barndo is permitted in their area or whether they should consider the alternative of purchasing a monitor-style barn and finish it themselves after delivery.

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About Horizon Structures: One horse or twenty, there’s one thing all horse owners have in common…the need to provide safe and secure shelter for their equine partners. At Horizon Structures, we combine expert craftsmanship, top-of-the-line materials and smart ‘horse-friendly’ design to create a full line of sheds and barns that any horse owner can feel confident is the right choice for their horses’ stabling needs.

All wood. Amish Made. Most of our buildings are shipped 100% pre-built and ready for same-day use. Larger barns are a modular construction and can be ready for your horses in about a week. All our barn packages include everything you need to move your horses right in. Horizon Structures also sells chicken coops, equine hay feeders, greenhouses, dog kennels.

You can also find garages, sheds and outdoor living sets available at Horizon’s sister company Stoltzfus Structures.

Headquartered in South-Central Pennsylvania, Horizon Structures, LLC was founded by Dave Zook. Dave was raised in the Amish tradition and grew up working in the family-owned shed business. He started Horizon Structures in 2001 in response to an ever-increasing customer demand for high quality, affordable horse barns. Over the years, the company has grown and now has several build shops located throughout the US enabling them to service customers nationwide.

For additional information about the company or their product line, please visit their website at https://www.horizonstructures.com

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Horizon Structures LLC, Atglen, PA

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