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The 32×28 monitor barn features a dramatic raised center aisle that offers remarkable versatility. Also called a raised center aisle barn, this design creates a soaring main section—16’-9” at its peak—lending an airy feel that’s perfect for a spacious loft, added storage, or even a sleeping area. The two 8-foot-wide side wings can be enclosed for a combined 896 square feet of enclosed space or left open as a porch, covered gathering spot, or shelter for animals and equipment.
Customizable to Suit Your Needs
Opt to set the 8×8 posts directly on the ground or place them on a masonry pier foundation for extra stability and style. Whether you want to enclose the entire frame for a sizable interior or keep the wings open to capture breezes, the flexible layout adapts to your vision—be it a workshop, living space, or traditional barn.
Built to Last & Impress
The central framework relies on 8× material for posts and plates, ensuring a sturdy construction. Meanwhile, 4× rafters and knee braces finish off the roof structure, adding both support and character. This thoughtful blend of robust materials and a raised center aisle design makes for a barn that is as functional as it is striking—a timeless addition to any property.
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need plans for a small corner pergola about 10x10x14. Do you have any?
DO you do custom plans if a customer needs to change the dimensions of width and height?
Yes, we do custom plans. You can find more information here.
We offer this 10×10 King Post Truss Plan and this 10×10 Post and Beam Plan
Considering purchasing this plan, how many BF ?
This plan uses 4632 board feet
I would like to build a Pavilion in the style of your Monitor barn 24′ wide and 20′ deep. Can I get plans for this?
You certainly can- check out our design services here
Hello I’m looking to see how much 54×72 barn on daylight basement
Interested in Monitor barn plans. However, need plans that are 32 x 40 instead of your 32 x 28. I would need center part of building taller so as to be able to put windows in walls above the lean-tos on both sides. Also, wondering about structure as to what loads it is designed to withstand.
You can check out our custom design services here. As far as loads, Most of our plans are rated for 40 psf but that depends on other factors like seismic areas, wind load, wind exposure, timber species and more. When in doubt we recommend that you consult an engineer. We also offer engineering services as an add-on to our stock plan; you can request them through the custom design department.
I like the 32×28 monitor barn plan – have a few questions.
1.Is the foundation plan as shown included in the plans?
2. How high are the large door openings (need to get a compact tractor with cab in, so probably need a 9-foot door)?
3. I’m having trouble picturing the area where the two roof lines come together – how it would be finished. It seems very short, maybe 12 inches or so. I see many monitor barn plans where the height is greater. Do you have any as-built finished pictures of this barn?
4. If I wanted to put an upper storage loft on half the main barn, do the plans specify optional floor joist timbers?
Thanks. Jim
1. The foundation piers are optional and we do not include foundation plans.
2. The bottom of the tie beams on the gable ends are roughly 9′-9″ high
3. There is about a foot and a half between the roof lines. Sorry, we don’t have any as-built pictures.
4. The plans do not include loft joists.
bonjour , est ce les plans sont papier livrer par la poste ou numérique ?
Les plans sont numériques et téléchargeables. Nous pouvons expédier des copies papier moyennant des frais supplémentaires.
Can the side sheds (wings) be made 12′ out from the main? Making it 40 x 28.
They certainly could. If you’d like our help with that, visit our custom design page and fill out the questionnaire to get in touch with our team.
What type of borax treatment do you guys recommend for a timber frame pavilion ?
I’ve ordered heritage exterior
but would like to treat with a borax before it’s applied. Just not sure what borax product to use.
You can use Tim-bor Professional, Bora-Care, EndRot Borate Powder, SHELL-GUARD RTU (Ready To Use)- BORATE-GLYCOL WOOD PRESERVATIVE or
Milliard Borax Powder
I’m looking for this Monitor plan with larger posts and beams (we will cut from our farm) and about 3,000 SF under roof. Can we discuss getting this plan?
We do take on custom projects and would like to talk to you further about yours. Check out our page, HERE, describing what we offer and the process of our custom design services.
Fill out the design questionnaire so we can understand your needs. That’s the best way to communicate with our team and get an estimate for design services.
As soon as we get your information and give it a quick review we’ll contact you. Please allow a couple of days for our designers to respond.
How much of an opening is it from the floor to the bottom of the tie beam?
That measurement is 9′-9 5/16″
Hello Again,
Could you tell me the pitch of both roofs and the height to the peak?
The main roof pitch is 4:12, the wings are 3.1:12