Canyon Barn | Woodz

Canyon Barn by MW Works Architecture+Design | Photo © Tim Bies

Architects: MW Works Architecture+Design
Area: 3875 sq ft (360 sq m)
Photography: Tim Bies

Located in the eastern foothills of the cascades, this renovation converted a turn of the century working barn into a three-bedroom retreat from the city. The building was restored with the intention of creating a comfortable home while retaining much of its original form, character and history.

Materials found in the fields around the barn

Siding, paneling, flooring, even fixtures and doors were sourced from either the original building or salvage yards. A panel wall of apple crates and a large custom light fixture over the dining table were fabricated from materials found in the fields around the barn.

: Canyon Barn by MW Works Architecture+Design | Photo © Tim Bies

: Canyon Barn by MW Works Architecture+Design | Photo © Tim Bies

A blend of preservation and intervention

New interventions were carefully considered to have a modern aesthetic while at the same time working within this raw palette. A blend of preservation and intervention, this project updates an aging barn without losing sight of its history.