Overview

Ironvale is a ground-up barndominium residence designed to blend residential comfort with an integrated garage and workshop presence in one cohesive 40' x 60' structure. The concept pairs a highly efficient main level with a loft above, creating a practical, build-ready layout that supports full-time living while keeping utility spaces intentional and well organized. The overall approach is permit-focused for Warren County and structured to move cleanly from concept to construction documents.

Client Type

Ironvale was envisioned for owners who want a straightforward, durable barndominium or pole-barn style home that functions as both a primary residence and a flexible work-oriented property. The program fits small households that value open, usable space, simple circulation, and the convenience of an attached garage and shop area. It is also well suited to owners who prefer a collaborative design process with clear milestones and revision rounds to refine the plan.

Project Scope

The Ironvale project includes the complete design and drafting of a permit-ready barndominium residence with an integrated garage and loft level. The architectural program includes:
• New residential construction designed as a barndominium or pole-barn residence
• Overall footprint of approximately 40' x 60'
• Main level of approximately 2,400 sq. ft. including living areas plus an integrated garage and workshop zone
• Loft level of approximately 800 sq. ft. intended for additional living, bedroom, or flexible residential use
• Two-bedroom residential layout with supporting living spaces and circulation
• Full construction blueprint set including floor plans, dimension plans, elevations, cross sections, roof plan, and foundation plan layout
• Door and window layouts, ceiling heights, and key architectural notes to support buildability
• Site plan for permit submission including building placement, driveway and access points, and setback documentation as applicable
• Representational electrical, plumbing, and mechanical layouts coordinated for permitting
• Revision process structured around preliminary plan development and up to three complimentary revision rounds
• Engineering prepared as a separate phase following completion of architectural drawings

Challenges Addressed

The design had to deliver a complete permit-ready plan within a barndominium framework, balancing residential comfort with garage and workshop utility. Key considerations included:
• Organizing the main level to keep living areas comfortable while integrating garage and workshop functions cleanly
• Using the loft level to add usable space without complicating the main-floor flow
• Coordinating clear sections that communicate wall assemblies, loft relationships, and roof structure effectively
• Producing a site plan framework that supports county submittal while remaining adaptable to final site details
• Keeping representational MEP layouts clear enough for permitting coordination while allowing engineering to finalize sizing and calculations
• Structuring the drafting process to accommodate collaborative refinement without losing schedule control

Goals Achieved

Ironvale provides a clear, permit-focused barndominium concept designed to move smoothly into construction:
✔️ Efficient 40' x 60' barndominium footprint with main level and loft program
✔️ Two-bedroom residence plan paired with integrated garage and workshop utility
✔️ Loft-level flexibility for added living, bedroom, or multipurpose use
✔️ Complete blueprint scope including elevations, sections, roof plan, and foundation layout
✔️ Site plan and representational system layouts aligned with permit submission needs
✔️ A structured revision process that supports refinement while protecting momentum