Our barn shed kits combine a high central section with practical side bays to create generous space for vehicles, storage, workshops, machinery or horse stables. Customise the dimensions, doors, cladding and internal layout to suit your property.
A barn shed provides the storage capacity of a large steel shed with a distinctive roofline that stands out on residential, rural and commercial properties. The higher central section creates additional clearance and vertical space, while the lower side sections can be configured for vehicles, storage, workshops, stables or open bays.
Sheds Galore is an Australian family-operated business supplying locally manufactured barn shed kits across the country. Every barn can be designed around your site and intended use, rather than forcing you to choose a fixed layout that does not suit your vehicles, equipment or property.
An American barn uses a raised central gable with lower roof sections on each side. This creates the classic symmetrical barn profile while providing additional height through the middle of the building.
The higher centre section can accommodate a tall roller door for caravans, boats, four-wheel drives, horse floats or machinery. It can also provide space for a storage mezzanine while the side sections remain available for vehicles, workshops, stables or general storage.
American barn sheds are popular on both small acreages and large rural properties because the three-section design can perform several functions within one building. You might use one side as a workshop, the centre for high-clearance vehicle storage and the other side for tools, equipment or secure storage.
For more design inspiration, read about why American barns are popular on Australian properties.
The high central bay can be designed around caravans, boats, horse floats, motorhomes and tall four-wheel drives. Roller doors can be sized and positioned to provide practical access, while the side sections accommodate additional vehicles or storage.
A barn can combine vehicle storage with workbenches, tools, parts and machinery. Depending on the layout, you can include roller doors, personal access doors, windows, insulation, ventilation and mezzanine storage.
American barns can be configured as horse stables, with the central section forming a wide access aisle and the lower side sections divided into stalls. Barn doors and windows can provide individual access and additional airflow.
With three distinct sections, a barn can function as a large double garage, triple garage or workshop combination while providing substantially more vertical storage than a standard garage.
The additional height in an American barn makes it particularly suitable for a mezzanine floor. Mezzanine framing and stairs can be incorporated to create storage above the central bay while retaining usable floor space underneath.
A mezzanine can be used for parts, tools, equipment, archived materials or a separate work area. Its size, position and load requirements should be considered during the original barn design so the supporting structure and access can be properly engineered.
If you are considering a livable barn shed with a mezzanine floor, this must be discussed with your local council or building certifier before the design is finalised. A standard barn shed kit is not automatically approved as habitable accommodation, and additional requirements may apply to insulation, fire safety, energy efficiency, plumbing, ventilation and access.
The right barn size depends on what you need to store, the clearance required and how vehicles or machinery will enter the building. Start by measuring your largest vehicle or item, including mirrors, roof racks, aerials and attached equipment.
When planning the layout, consider:
Small barn sheds can provide secure storage and workshop space on compact properties, while large barn sheds can accommodate multiple vehicles, machinery, stables and commercial equipment. Dimensions can be customised to the available site and intended use.
Your barn shed kit can be configured with different doors, cladding, access points and internal features.
Barn shed engineering must account for the conditions at the intended building site. Wind region, terrain, shielding, topography and other location-specific factors can influence the required frame, connections and construction specifications.
Sheds Galore is ShedSafe accredited, providing confidence that your barn is designed and documented for its intended site. Our kits are manufactured locally using Australian BlueScope steel and supplied with engineered plans and certification for the approved design.
For properties in northern Australia and other high-wind locations, we can also supply cyclone-rated shed and barn designs.
Classic American Barn
A classic American barn uses a raised central gable with matching lower sections on either side. This 10.5m-wide example features three individual roller doors, providing separate access to the central and side bays.
The depth, wall height, roller doors, windows and internal layout can be adjusted to create vehicle storage, a workshop, stables or a combination of uses.
Skillion Barn
A skillion barn provides a contemporary alternative to the traditional American barn profile. Its clean, sloping roof can complement modern homes and properties while still providing generous storage and clearance.
The size, roof direction, doors and internal arrangement can be customised around your block. If a barn is not the right configuration, compare our wider range of garage shed kits and garaports.
Four barn shed kits from our current specials, priced and ready to order. Every kit includes the frame, cladding, gutters, downpipes, fixings, engineered plans and certification. You supply the slab and the labour.
The smallest barn in the range and the cheapest way into the American profile. One 3m high roller door through the centre bay, full COLORBOND.
Three separate roller doors, one to the centre bay and one each side. 3.8m walls. The layout most people picture when they think American barn.
Square 12m footprint with a single sloping roof instead of the raised gable. Three roller doors, 3m clearance through the middle. Suits modern homes.
Built for caravans and motorhomes. The centre roller door goes to 3.4m with two 2.4m doors either side. Includes a barn window.
Prices shown are Region A in full COLORBOND, for a maximum Terrain Category of 2.5 and Topography of 1. Region B pricing and cyclone rated pricing are available on request. See all shed kit specials, or call 1300 887 433 and we will price your size.
Barn shed prices depend on the building dimensions, site engineering and selected features. A simple storage barn will generally require fewer materials than a high-clearance design containing multiple roller doors, a mezzanine, insulation and workshop areas.
The main factors affecting your quote include:
View our current shed kit prices and specials for example sizes, or request a customised quote based on your property and intended use.
Whether you need an American barn for vehicles, a stable configuration, a rural workshop or a large storage building, our team can help develop a practical layout for your property.
For agricultural storage, explore our rural and farming sheds and purpose-designed farm machinery sheds.
Request a QuoteExplore classic American barns, skillion barns, workshop combinations and custom barn layouts designed for Australian properties.
Our current barn shed specials start at $15,380 for a 9.5m x 9m American barn and run to $26,495 for a 12m x 12m extra tall barn, both Region A in full COLORBOND. Custom sizes are priced on your dimensions, doors, features and site engineering.
A standard shed normally has one continuous gable or skillion roof. An American barn has a higher central section with lower sections on either side, providing additional clearance and vertical storage through the middle of the building.
The right size depends on your vehicles, machinery, storage requirements and available site. The central bay should provide sufficient clearance for the tallest item, while the side sections should be wide enough for their intended use. Our team can recommend dimensions based on your requirements.
Yes. The raised central section of an American barn is well suited to mezzanine storage. The mezzanine position, dimensions, access and intended load should be included in the initial design.
A standard barn shed kit is not automatically approved as a dwelling. Habitable use may require a different building classification and additional council, engineering, insulation, energy-efficiency, fire-safety and service requirements. Discuss the intended use with your council or building certifier before ordering.
Yes. The central section can provide a wide access aisle while the side sections are configured as individual stalls. Doors, windows and ventilation can be positioned according to the stable layout and animal requirements.
Yes. The central bay can be designed with additional height and a suitably sized roller door for caravans, boats, horse floats, motorhomes and tall vehicles.
Approval requirements vary according to the building size, property, intended use and local council rules. Confirm the requirements with the relevant council or building certifier before construction.
Yes. Sheds Galore supplies barn shed kits to metropolitan, regional and rural locations throughout Australia. Delivery availability and cost depend on the project location and site access.
