A Former Barnhouse Becomes a Stylish and Colorful Modern Home for a Family in Donderen

Donderen Barnhouse is a stylish modern home renovated by aatvos. This colorful home with a historic facade full of contemporary lines is located in Donderen, The Netherlands.

by Olga Sep 24, 2020 14 Images

Donderen Barnhouse by aatvos

Donderen Barnhouse

The Netherlands, 2000. Schuurhuis Donderen. One of the first barn houses ever: a beautiful contrast in the countryside.

Situation

Private family is looking to rebuild a farmhouse on a country site in the north of Holland.

Target

Create a contemporary house that reflects modern life and the history and characteristics of the site.

Action

Reinterpretation of a classic barn. Think of a barn as a simple building made with cheap and local materials. Make it spacious: store all necessities in an inner house.

Result

The classic farmers barn revisited: a perfect example what you can do with cheap yet expressive materials.

Did you know?

This barn-house was among the first ever. Together with the early work of Onix and Faro Architects, it marks the beginning of a renewal of local architecture back in 2000. It has continued to inspire people ever since.

Photos by: aatvos & Stijn Poelstra