The Iowa Barn: The Full Story

Join us on this incredible barn build in central Iowa. Feel the tension & excitement in the air as the team prepares to build one of our largest barns to date: a 64' x 152' Timber Frame Gambrel-Style Barn. After carefully crafting all the joinery in our Ellington, CT shop, 6 truckloads of timber are delivered to the job site in Iowa, and the crew arrives on site. Assembling a timber frame of this scale is no easy task, and the teamwork, experience, and determination of our crew comes into play as the barn takes shape and the oak pegs secure each connection. Follow the story from frame to finish, and marvel at the epic completed exterior and breathtaking interior. Building on the style of early Americans, whose 1800s-era post & beam barns still dot the landscape today, this massive timber frame barn is just as authentic, and will serve & inspire for generations to come.
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  • @AndrewConway
    @AndrewConway2 ай бұрын

    Wow! The word "Epic" comes to mind... Just incredible

  • @earlhafer8508
    @earlhafer85083 ай бұрын

    Interesting work! I bet this barn last for 300 years or more because these frames are much stronger than other ordinary barns. Great job!

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @chrisjewell4130
    @chrisjewell4130 Жыл бұрын

    Now that's a project to hang your hat on, I'm envious of all the guys that got to be a part of that build, so awesome! Congrats

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Yes, we’re all proud of that build.

  • @chrisjewell4130

    @chrisjewell4130

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GreatCountryTimberFrames I applaud you guys, the time spent on the details to make a build like that come together most would never understand, my guess would be in the thousands of man hours. Just the logistics of all the guys, tools, trucks and gear/equipment working remote is a big project in itself.

  • @paulkoehler7061
    @paulkoehler70612 жыл бұрын

    I am completely blown away by this project! Not just by the sheer magnitude of the structure, which in and of itself is amazing, but by all the careful and detailed steps that went into creating this magnificent piece of artwork. What a testament to the skills of all those who touched this project. From those who captured and conceptualized this dream during the initial stages, then those who created the engineered drawings, to those who carefully cut and shaped the wooden timbers into precisely fitting beams and finally to those who carefully and skillfully raised this epic structure in the middle of the heartland of Iowa! The videography also helps paint the picture of using today’s modern day techniques that pay tribute to the artisans of years past who used many of these same building and construction methods. Well done and a magnificent example of craftsmanship and artistry!

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you for your detailed comment! We appreciate it!

  • @stevenprobelski8029
    @stevenprobelski8029 Жыл бұрын

    WOW!! What a gorgeous feat of engineering! Stunningly beautiful! I'm m a lifelong model builder, stick and tissue scale airplanes, some plastic and, one year into retirement, wooden sailing ships. I'm planning on building a large playbarn for a friends grandchild. I want this barn to last generations, I want to build it scale 3/4" = 1' for 1/16" die cast farm equipment.this advertising/sales build video supplies me with enough information to create what I envision. I'm so glad I found your video during my research. Thank you so much! Steve Probelski

  • @georgeligouri
    @georgeligouri5 ай бұрын

    Absolutely unbelievable! Talk about a satisfying career. Congrats on this wonderful work of art. I'll be stopping by to hire you guys before I leave CT and head out west for my final destination! :-)

  • @1969mrchad
    @1969mrchad2 жыл бұрын

    That is totally amazing! A work of art.

  • @hermansohier7643
    @hermansohier7643 Жыл бұрын

    This is just amazing , respect for you guys .

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! It is an incredible project.

  • @kevinparent8843
    @kevinparent88436 ай бұрын

    WOW !

  • @charlie7057
    @charlie70572 жыл бұрын

    outstanding video

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much 😀

  • @CascadePacificNW
    @CascadePacificNW Жыл бұрын

    magnificent

  • @paradatell
    @paradatell Жыл бұрын

    beautiful job, congrats

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! We are proud of the finished barn.

  • @Linty690R
    @Linty690R2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, just wow:-) Amazing:-)

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot 😊

  • @ZachMaxon
    @ZachMaxon Жыл бұрын

    That is potentially the nicest barn that’s ever been built. So nice it might not really be a “barn”

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    So true! It's really impressive.

  • @bethkoenig3078
    @bethkoenig307811 ай бұрын

    Wow!!! What a beautiful structure and awesome craftsmanship!!!

  • @brimanco
    @brimanco11 ай бұрын

    Having something like this built is when U know U are Filfy RICH !! Beautiful barn! Beautiful property as well! Awesome craftsmanship! I am making my plans now and will be in touch soon for my project!

  • @metalrooves3651
    @metalrooves36517 ай бұрын

    i cant imagine what this piece of art cost! I would guess a couple hundred thousand counting all that concrete!!That standing seam roof alone, could have been 5000!

  • @philiprea8340

    @philiprea8340

    4 ай бұрын

    I think maybe about 10 times that amount is my guess

  • @zaffarjawaid2033
    @zaffarjawaid2033Ай бұрын

    How much did this beautiful structure cost, from start to finish?

  • @NSResponder
    @NSResponder8 ай бұрын

    Spectacular job, gentlemen. I have no need for such a structure, but I still want it!

  • @georgewhitehouse8630
    @georgewhitehouse8630Ай бұрын

    How often did you use two different cranes at the same time

  • @skypixie6223
    @skypixie62239 ай бұрын

    Good for you! This is a convention center

  • @rebelangel8227
    @rebelangel822711 ай бұрын

    Very awesome barn....must have cost the customer millions to build this

  • @georgeligouri

    @georgeligouri

    5 ай бұрын

    I'd guess 5+ just on the frame and engineering alone

  • @NSResponder
    @NSResponder8 ай бұрын

    Wonder how many horses you could reasonably board in a barn that size.

  • @ville5528
    @ville552822 күн бұрын

    13:30 is it someone here who know the name of the skylight towers on the roof, what is the name of that? I have search bout havent couldt find the name of it,.

  • @jimwiskus8862
    @jimwiskus8862 Жыл бұрын

    Well here goes, I think Great Country Timber Frame should have undertaken the replacement of the forest, aka the roof structure of Notre Dame Cathedral. They could have sent you the specs, since we know they have had them for years. I know they want to use trees from France, but the amount time they’ve spent, they could have shipped their timbers to you knowing the pieces would be done within a .001 of an inch and fit better than they ever had. They’d probably be headed back to Paris, and ready to install provided they prepared everything for reassembly. I know I’ll get flack on this, but they need to get a weather tight roof on that cathedral. I know there’s more to it than than the average guy knows, but I also have that much faith in your companies abilities. Just my 2¢ worth.

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you-to have that much faith in us as builders, designers, and engineers means a lot!

  • @gabrielgomez731
    @gabrielgomez7318 ай бұрын

    Wonder what a smaller scale design of this would cost to turn into a home

  • @allthingsgrowing
    @allthingsgrowing8 ай бұрын

    this project is incredible. But, what stands out to me is the guy talking has a tool belt on. Its like me wearing an apron, knowing full well that i aint helping her to cook.

  • @DriesVenter
    @DriesVenter3 ай бұрын

    What is the cost off something like this or what is the building cost per square meter for a timber frame like this one?

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    3 ай бұрын

    Check out our pre-designed barn packages for a general idea of pricing. Links below. Kits shipped & raised nationwide: www.barnyard.com/structures/post-and-beam-barn-kits www.barnyard.com/structures/post-and-beam-event-barn-kits Barns built by our crew in New England: www.barnyard.com/structures/post-and-beam-barns www.barnyard.com/sale/special-packages For more information and cost of the custom timber frame barn in the video, please get in touch with the experts directly by contacting us our website. www.barnyard.com/structures/custom-timber-frame Thanks for reaching out!

  • @gary24752
    @gary24752 Жыл бұрын

    Would have been nice to see more of the design and production than all field stuff.

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    We'll keep that in mind for future videos!

  • @back2basics597
    @back2basics5979 ай бұрын

    I get emotional watching your builds.

  • @MAGNUM360RT
    @MAGNUM360RT2 жыл бұрын

    How thick is the slab?

  • @wallygoots

    @wallygoots

    Жыл бұрын

    How thick is the wallet? This proves that with enough money, you can accomplish almost anything.

  • @ateeqanwarkamal4259
    @ateeqanwarkamal42596 ай бұрын

    can i get structural drawings of this barn in pdf format?

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    6 ай бұрын

    We provide engineered drawings with our barn kits & full builds. Please contact us for more info: www.barnyard.com/structures/custom-timber-frame

  • @johnhatt1219
    @johnhatt1219 Жыл бұрын

    What about a milking barn

  • @user-mj1jr1xv3y
    @user-mj1jr1xv3y2 ай бұрын

    Where's all the kids, remember pass it on, next generation

  • @wizardmaster6639
    @wizardmaster6639 Жыл бұрын

    Not interested in the full story. Summary would have been better -

  • @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    @GreatCountryTimberFrames

    Жыл бұрын

    Sometimes you just want to get to the point-we get that. Here's a link to the preview video of this barn build: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oaWBz5l_dda8YaQ.html

  • @Dave-yi7to
    @Dave-yi7to9 ай бұрын

    How much for barn like that ?