Barndominiums

Why Choose a Barndominium?

Post-frame construction gives you more space, faster build times, and lower long-term maintenance than traditional stick-built homes.

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Open Floor Plans

Large open living spaces with high ceilings, no load-bearing interior walls, and complete layout freedom. Design the floor plan around your lifestyle.

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Faster Build Times

Post-frame construction goes up faster than traditional building. Skip the slow process of conventional home builds and move in sooner.

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Shop + Living Combo

Attach a garage, workshop, or storage space directly to your living quarters. Many clients build large shops with connected living areas.

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Built to Last

Engineered steel or post-frame structure with metal siding and roofing. Lower maintenance, better energy performance, and long-term durability in New York weather.

Build Options

Choose your level of build — from shell-only to fully finished.

🏗️ Shell Package

Engineered post frame or steel frame, exterior framing, metal roofing, metal siding, windows and doors, concrete slab, and a weather-tight structure ready for interior build-out. You finish the inside yourself or hire us later.

🔌 Shell + Utilities

Everything in the shell package plus rough-in for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC. Ready for drywall and finishes. A popular choice for handy clients who want to do their own interior work.

🏠 Full Turnkey

Complete build from foundation to move-in. Full plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, drywall, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, trim, paint, and every finish detail. You decide how simple or high-end you want it.

Sample Floor Plan Layout

Every build is fully custom — this is just one example of what is possible. We design your layout from scratch based on your needs, lot, and lifestyle.

40×60 layout — 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open concept kitchen/living, attached garage/workshop

What GEM Handles

One contractor from raw land to move-in day. No juggling multiple companies.

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Design & Engineering

Custom floor plans, 3D layouts, and structural engineering. You see everything before we build.

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Site & Land Prep

Clearing, grading, driveways, drainage, and foundation work. We handle the heavy lifting.

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Utilities & Hookups

Well, septic, or municipal hookups. Electrical service. All brought to the home and connected.

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Structure & Exterior

Foundation, slab, framing, roofing, siding, windows, doors, and exterior trim.

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Interior Build-Out

Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, drywall, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, trim, and paint.

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Inspections & Walkthrough

We handle permits, inspections, and a final walkthrough. You stay updated at every step.

Barndominium Investment Ranges

Every barndominium is custom. These ranges reflect typical projects in Western and Central New York. Your final investment depends on size, finish level, and site conditions.

Shell Only

$65,000 — $250,000+

Post-frame structure with metal siding and roofing, concrete slab, windows, doors, and weather-tight envelope. ~$85–$100 per square foot depending on size and options. Ready for interior build-out.

Turnkey Living Space

$250,000 — $450,000+

Complete build from foundation to move-in. Insulation, drywall, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, kitchen, bathrooms, and finished living areas. ~$150–$190 per square foot depending on finish level.

Custom / Premium Build

$450,000 — $700,000+

Premium finishes, large square footage, multi-story layouts, attached workshops, custom cabinetry, high-end fixtures, and fully designed interiors. Your dream barndo, built right.

Shell Pricing by Size

Size	Sq Ft	Shell Price Range
30 × 40	1,200	$35,000 – $44,000
32 × 48	1,536	$38,000 – $46,000
40 × 60	2,400	$55,000 – $65,000
40 × 80	3,200	$62,000 – $74,000
48 × 96	4,608	$75,000 – $95,000
60 × 80	4,800	$115,000 – $132,000
60 × 96	5,760	$120,000 – $138,000

Shell includes post-frame structure, metal roof, metal siding, windows, and doors. Barndo shells include additional window and door openings compared to standard pole barns. Prices vary by sidewall height (10’–16′).

Popular Upgrades

Taller Sidewalls

Wraparound Porch

Spray Foam Insulation

Heated Slab System

Premium Windows

Larger Overhead Doors

Site prep, well, septic, driveway, and permitting are additional. We charge for design and planning. Bring us someone else’s complete estimate — we will see if we can beat their price with a better warranty.

Service Area

We build barndominiums across Western and Central New York.

Monroe County

Orleans County

Genesee County

Livingston County

Ontario County

Wayne County

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a barndominium take to build?

Most shells go up in a few weeks. Turnkey builds depend on your design and finish level — typically 4 to 8 months for a complete build. We give you a realistic timeline before we start and stick to it.

Can you design my layout?

Yes. We create full custom floor plans, 3D layouts, and interior design options. You control bedrooms, bathrooms, ceiling heights, shop size, and every detail.

Do barndominiums appraise well in New York?

They do when engineered and built correctly. Quality construction, proper permits, and finished interiors protect the long-term value and make financing easier.

Can I add a shop or garage?

Absolutely. Many clients build large shops attached to the living quarters. That is one of the biggest advantages of a barndo — combining living and working space under one roof.

Do you help with land prep?

Yes. Clearing, grading, driveways, drainage, utilities, and foundation all get handled through one contractor. You deal with GEM and nobody else.

What about financing?

We have a structured payment schedule. Your own financing or personal lender often works best for builds of this size. Clients who have their payment plan ready move through the process faster and avoid delays.

Start Your Barndominium Project

Tell us your size, layout ideas, number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms, and whether you want a shop attached. our designer will reach out within 24–72 hours to discuss your build.

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