5 Beds 3 Baths Nordic Barndominium House Plan with Garage - 2,545 sqft
Five bedrooms of Scandinavian calm, wrapped in a modern barn. The 5BD Nordic Barndominium is an open, light-filled barndominium house plan built around functionality, versatility, and style — 2,545 sqft of living space plus an attached 2-car garage, all under a striking black-and-wood Nordic exterior.
The plan separates the busy common areas from the private spaces by floor, so the home feels calm even when it's full. Dark-stained vertical pine siding, a standing-seam metal roof, and big black-framed windows give it that sleek-but-inviting Scandinavian look.
The heart of the home is a double-height vaulted living and dining space — the kind of room that makes people look up the moment they walk in. Floor-to-ceiling windows pull in light and views from both the ground floor and the loft above, while white walls, clean lines, and natural wood keep everything bright, warm, and feeling bigger than the footprint. The generous L-shaped kitchen has an island and range for serious cooking and entertaining, with a walk-in pantry off the kitchen and bonus storage tucked under the stairs.
The loft overlooks the main living space and holds a master suite (walk-in closet + ensuite, with a skylit second-floor bath), two more bedrooms with closets, an open study/playroom, and a shared bathroom. Downstairs, a dedicated office and a playroom can each be converted into bedrooms as your family grows — which is how this flexible plan flexes up to a full five. A ground-floor laundry and mudroom keep the daily mess contained.
An attached 2-car garage adds 740 sqft with extra storage, a utility room, and an attic, plus direct access into the main residence and out to the covered deck — a perfect spot to take in the surrounding nature.
This isn't just a render. The Nordic was brought to life by Matt, a residential contractor in Collingwood, Ontario, who adapted our Lake Barndo concept into a full-time family home built for snowy Canadian winters. Acting as his own general contractor on a slab-on-grade foundation with simple 2x6 framing, he moved through inspections smoothly and finished on budget. In his words: "Working with Design with Frank was a great experience — we felt supported every step of the way." Read the full story: Nordic Barn in Collingwood, Ontario.
Among barndominium house plans and 2 story house plans, the Nordic stands out as a cost-effective, family-sized design that doesn't sacrifice style — and as far as house plans with loft go, that double-height great room is hard to beat.
Growing and larger families who want room to spread out without losing warmth — buyers shopping barndominium house plans, 5 bedroom house plans, or large house plans who love modern Scandinavian design and a dramatic double-height living space.
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The loft level includes a master suite plus two additional bedrooms, and on the ground floor a dedicated office and a playroom can each be converted into bedrooms — giving you up to five bedrooms as your needs change.
Yes — it was built as a full-time family home in Collingwood, Ontario, Canada by a local residential contractor, adapted for snowy winters. You can read the full project story and see photos on our blog.
Yes. There's an attached 2-car garage (740 sqft) with extra storage, a utility room, and an attic, with direct access into the main residence and the covered deck.
Yes. It's a two-level barndominium with a loft that overlooks a double-height, vaulted living and dining space framed by floor-to-ceiling windows.
It offers about 2,545 sqft of living space (1,575 sqft ground floor + 970 sqft loft), plus a 740 sqft attached garage, on a 62' × 30' footprint.
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Generally, our customers receive quotes in line with local average construction costs, ranging between $250 - $600 per sqft, depending on location, finishes, and site conditions. For a more accurate and detailed estimate, we recommend purchasing the study set and sharing it with your preferred builder.
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• Kitchen Cabinet chart
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Designed to help you take the first step toward building your green home, the drawing pack contains everything you need to make informed choices about your home. The drawing pack comes in a digital PDF file and includes 15 sheets of architectural drawings with detailed dimensions. This set can be used to get an exact cost estimate and inquire about the local permit process.
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• Truss Plan
• Deck Framing Plan
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• Building Sections
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• Windows and Doors Schedule
• All Interior Elevations
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• HVAC and Faucet Plumbing Plan
• Duct Plan
• Electrical Plan
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Our professional design team can provide customization services for our existing floorplans. We also provide comprehensive residential design service from design to build. We will provide a free price quote within 1 to 3 business days.
Our blueprint package includes CAD and 3D model files, allowing you to work with a local designer to customize the floor plan according to your preferences and site conditions.
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Yes, the exterior materials can be adjusted according to your preferences in consultation with your local builder. Our drawings focus on the dimensions of the building, allowing for flexibility to change exterior materials and accommodate different thicknesses.
The study set is intended for early-stage planning, such as obtaining quotes, searching for land, and consulting with local builders and permitting authorities. However, the study set cannot be used for actual construction, and we do not grant a license to build our designs with a study set.
The building plans, on the other hand, is designed for obtaining detailed cost estimates, building permits, and actual construction. It includes comprehensive building details and a material list, simplifying the building process and permitting procedures. The building plans package comes with a single building license.
Our designs adhere to the International Residential Code (IRC) standards at a federal level. We have optimized our homes for insulation appropriate for a wide range of climates. While our customers have secured building permits in over 21 states, local county specifications can differ. We advise consulting with your local building department to ensure all requirements specific to your area are met.
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