Можно ли жить в конюшнях?

В текущем году, как прогнозируют эксперты, будут закрыты 37 старых кирпичных почтовых отделений. Многие из них представляют собой великолепные образцы архитектурного искусства, в связи с чем некоторым потенциальным собственникам жилья стоит задуматься о том, что их вполне возможно превратить в великолепные дома.
Уже сейчас владельцы бывших почтовых отделений превращают их в галерии искусств, рестораны и даже современные офисы.
In Paintsville Kentucky, their colonial revival style Post office underwent renovations turning it into a unique residence with a lot of character. It took a bit of vision and dedication to restoring a bit of history. source
converted firehouse 10 Unexpected Buildings Architects Turned Into Homes
7. Firehouses
Just like old Post Offices, older firehouses are closing down and structures left standing. A little imagination, money and a desire to be atypical is all it takes to turn one of these into an amazing house with character. The open floor plan, high ceilings, and unique details help transform the commercial spaces into one of kind residences. source
converted barn 10 Unexpected Buildings Architects Turned Into Homes
8. Old Barns
Old barns dot the landscape in New England, most are abandoned and some have poor structural quality from years of neglect. The rare barn that has kept its solid bone structure can find new life as a home. The exposed beams can become interesting architectural features; the old lofts reinforced to create a second floor. The possibilities are endless with an interior blank canvas and high ceilings. Although to preserve the open feel architects tend to design Great Room plans with lofted bedrooms and baths. source
converted school 10 Unexpected Buildings Architects Turned Into Homes
9. Old Schools
Quaint old brick school buildings are a popular commercial space to be converted. They have the architectural details not found in modern buildings and offer sturdy construction that can easily be adapted to suit most tastes. Their openness tends to favor modern design with tall ceilings and big windows, creating a perfect juxtaposition of old and new. source
converted firetower 10 Unexpected Buildings Architects Turned Into Homes
10. Fire Towers
Fire towers once manned to watch for forest fires have found new life as weekend mountain retreats. Already built to withstand wind, rain and snow it takes very little to convert a fire tower into a place to getaway from it all. The rugged tall structures that look out at the valleys below give a newly converted home the feeling of an open tree house. source