Equestrian Blog Posts

From the timber frame outline, to the refined finish of the horse barn with living quarters, the high quality craft of the Amish building technique utilized is evident. The custom floor plan, exterior & interior design, and special components compliment…

When your customer describes the horse barn construction you did for them as “a wooden masterpiece that makes them happy every time they look at it”, you know you’re doing something right. As their dedicated barn builder, we followed our…

Barns have been in use for centuries. They are used for housing livestock, including cattle and horses, as well as equipment and fodder, and often grain. In the U.S., the first barns were built by English and Scottish settlers and…

There is just something so down-home comforting about a barn. It speaks of simpler times when our ancestors labored with their hands to provide food and care for their families. So it makes sense that you’d want to live in…

Winston Churchill once said: “No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle.” For those with a love of the equestrian life, the horse barn is the center of that world. Indeed, the stalls filled with horses,…

The Challenge: A look at the property prior to starting the project. Paul and Caroline Ritchie of Middletown, Maryland came to Quarry View in 2016 to discuss renovating the existing horse barn they had on their…

Five Useful Horse Barn Features to Consider Incorporating into Your Next Project You know you want a horse barn, but the options seem endless. All you know is it must be right for you, your horses, and your property. Choosing…

The Challenge: A look at the building before construction. Our customer, Tom Marotta, wanted to remodel the existing horse barn on his property into a place where he could keep rescue dogs. Tom had several specific…

Widely known for their ease of use and accessibility, bank barns are specifically designed to be built on a sloped site. Before deciding if a bank barn is right for you, here are some details you should consider. What is…

Planning an eco-friendly barn involves alternative lighting and heating systems, sustainable and renewable materials, and much more. Going green benefits people, your animals, the environment, and your bottom line! Read about these environmentally friendly options to consider when you’re building…