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A Modern Farmhouse in the Country in the Northern Part of The Netherlands

12.09.14 | By
A Modern Farmhouse in the Country in the Northern Part of The Netherlands

aatvos designed the Donderen Barnhouse in the northern countryside of The Netherlands for a private family, with a goal to rebuild an existing farmhouse, but one that reflects modern times.

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They kept the history and characteristics of the site in mind when designing the new structure, giving hope to those looking to keep a bit of the past when creating a modern day house that looks like a classic barn. They even kept the materials local and budget-friendly.

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An expansive deck leads to an elongated swimming pool.

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They kept the classic barn shape which allowed for an open and spacious interior.

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An open slat system covers the exterior adding privacy while also helping to control the amount of sunlight that filters through to the interior.

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The shape of the structure helped create unique rooms that make the most of the space.

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Walls of windows allow light to penetrate the house, keeping the spacious feeling.

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Photos by Stijn Poelstra.

Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk. She has a BFA in photography from SCAD and can usually be found searching for vintage wares, doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen, or reworking playlists on Spotify.