At first, you might put up a pole barn to store equipment and supplies. You may also want a separate work area or a shelter for your cars and seasonal vehicles. However, as you start to see the structure as a garage, you may want a pole barn extra room inside the building.
What a Pole Barn Extra Room Needs
Your garage often has many of your home’s comforts. Your pole barn, on the other hand, doesn’t have them until you install electricity, plumbing, drainage and insulation. As a result, your project only works if you can modify your building in a few key ways.
First, you need heating and cooling. Next, you need a higher ceiling and enough living space. You also need insulation. Finally, think about how cold and moisture rise through the space.
With all of these factors in mind, here are some common pole barn additions.
A Mancave or Separate Personal Area
People who create this type of room usually have a clear vision. They want a room for watching the game or relaxing with a beverage after a long day of working on a project.
So a space like this needs controlled cooling and heating and adequate ventilation. It also needs plumbing and electrical wiring strong enough for a big screen TV and a small refrigerator. In addition, the room must be wide enough for a couch and an entertainment center.
The design also needs a good seal to keep out moisture without locking it in. Otherwise, any wood pieces could rot.
Design experts also recommend planning for future improvements. For instance, have you always pictured a foosball or pool table? Then set aside the square feet at the start instead of trying to expand the room later on.
Studio Area
As an aspiring musician, you might think about creating a studio inside your pole barn, especially if your home doesn’t have enough room. This space has the same variables as a mancave. However, you need to factor in a few more.
First, musicians need a lot of audio equipment, including computers. So your space must be fully sealed against dirt and moisture. Also, install extra soundproofing so outside noises don’t spoil your recordings.
A Separate Storage Area
What do you plan to keep in your pole barn? If one part is a work area or a garage, you might set aside the rest of the interior for storage. Still, you don’t want paint, chemicals and dirt near it. This matters most if the stored items are for a side business or need to stay in pristine condition.
So when you build a separate storage area, consider what you’ll use for the floor. Also think about how the space drains, how you’ll ventilate it and how you’ll control dirt and moisture buildup.
Plan Your Pole Barn Extra Room
In your project’s early stages, come up with an idea for your pole barn and adjust it from there. To get a structure that suits your vision, explore your options through CHA Pole Barns. Then give our team a call to learn more and talk about customization.