Chapel Springs
This remodeled equestrian barn was designed with input from the owners, trainers, and farm managers that use the barn daily. Together, the team formulated a plan that prioritized creating an open, calming space for the horses and a functional, efficient layout for their caretakers.
Curved architecture reflects that natural world. The barrel ceiling, elliptical archways and scalloped stall doors evoke calmness and connection in people and animals alike, transforming the emotional atmosphere of the barn.
A primary goal of this barn restoration was to retain the original cupolas. During the restoration, the flat ceiling was reworked into a barrel ceiling. The connection between the cupola and the ceiling required some ingenuity to maintain the curve down the length of the aisle, including steel bracing wrapped in timber to match the rest of the timber frame.
A thoughtfully designed tack room and work area greatly improved the operational efficiency of this barn. Custom cabinetry with pull-out saddle racks, designated blanket storage space, and built-in center aisle storage closets give brushes, tack, and equipment a designated and accessible home.
The exterior of this remodeled equestrian barn drew inspiration from the Greek Revival mansions scattered throughout some of America's oldest farmlands. The addition of three prominent, triangular pediments give the facade a stately feel, with columns to support the wide entryway porticos.
