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Barn at Critter Creek

BARN AT CRITTER CREEK

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Barn at Critter Creek
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The bones that compose the multi-purpose barn at Critter Creek had a previous life as the owners’ home.

After sheltering the homeowners for two decades, the structure was initially slated for demolition to make way for the family’s new home.

Instead, the firm and client decided to repurpose and relocate the existing structure, preserving the spirit and memory embedded in this place. Exposed timber frame beams and rafters were carefully dismantled and numbered for reassembly.

Re-engineered with new galvanized steel connectors, the rebuilt timber frame was extended to complete the entire barn interior. The new building features spaces for art projects, repairs, vehicle maintenance and storage, along with the occasional party.

Barn at Critter Creek
© Dror Baldinger
Barn at Critter Creek
© Dror Baldinger
Barn at Critter Creek
© Dror Baldinger

A mezzanine was added to take advantage of the existing height within the structure and to segregate activities.

Rocks quarried from the site compose the two end gable walls. A cantilevered steel brow protects the five aluminum and glass garage doors.

Barn at Critter Creek
© Dror Baldinger
Barn at Critter Creek
© Dror Baldinger

With the addition of two large dormers cross ventilation and natural light filter deep into the space. The reuse of douglas fir siding from the original interiors reinforces the memories of the previous home.

The sensitive reuse of this structure provides the family with a reflection on the past while accommodating their dreams for the future.

Barn at Critter Creek
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Barn at Critter Creek
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Barn at Critter Creek
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Barn at Critter Creek
© Dror Baldinger


Barn at Critter Creek
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Barn at Critter Creek
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Barn at Critter Creek
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