Photo of a rustic full sun backyard stone formal garden in Chicago.

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Cottage bedroom photo in Dallas

Design ideas for a rustic full sun backyard stone formal garden in Chicago.

Photo of a rustic full sun backyard stone formal garden in Chicago.

Modern white one-story metal gable roof idea with a metal roof and a black roof

Modern white one-story metal gable roof idea with a metal roof and a black roof

This is an example of a rustic full sun backyard stone formal garden in Chicago.

This summer travel season, we're especially inspired by the possibilities presented by the Barndominium - a unique style of home which has emerged as a popular "up north" family getaway concept over the last couple of years. Barndominiums are the product of large barn kits which are converted into a living space. They tend to be affordable, low-maintenance, and energy efficient houses that typically include a large attached garage. For large families and outdoor enthusiasts, the allure of the barndominium is clear - it combines a cottage-like, open-concept living space with a large attached garage capable of accommodating all of your vacation toys! We recently had the pleasure of helping make one Byron Center client's barndominium dream a reality. The home sits on several acres of northern Michigan land in which the family enjoys hunting, fishing, and all the recreational activities that the great outdoors have to offer.

Photo of a rustic full sun backyard stone formal garden in Chicago.

Garage - garage idea in Cincinnati

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Inspiration for a cottage hallway remodel in Dallas

Example of a minimalist white one-story metal gable roof design with a metal roof and a black roof

Casey Jay Benson
Inspiration for a cottage bathroom remodel in Dallas