Grain Bin Getaway

Round cabin at dusk with warm lights, balcony, trees, and outdoor chairs in front

"You can really tell how much love and detail went into this silo conversion; the use of space is brilliant and the finishes are top-notch. I was blown away by the creative use of old bowling alley lanes for the spiral staircase and countertops—such a cool, unique feature! "


Jena

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This home wasn’t someone else’s dream: it was ours. We’d always wanted to transform a grain bin or shipping containers into an AirBnb.


First, we found the perfect land for a rental property. It was 90 minutes from Omaha or Kansas City, and had a secluded lake and nearby trails.


Next, we moved a 24-foot grain bin from northern Nebraska to Missouri by tearing it apart, moving it on a trailer piece by piece, then reassembling. 

Spiral wooden staircase viewed from below, with a skylight at the center.

CHALLENGE 1: CURVES

Circular domed ceiling with radial beams and a glowing orange light at the center, above a construction area

Most carpentry jobs involve straight lines, but the grain bin was a cylinder.


This meant we had figure out how to cut curved wall plates for framing and curve wood to make it a circle for the ceiling.


We also used this same secret formula (calculating the circumference) to build a curved staircase, vaulted ceiling, and cantilever deck. Our thoughtful process and planning made it work. 

CHALLENGE 2: Layout

Modern loft interior with open staircase, gray tile floor, wooden beam, and black kitchen island

With only a 24-foot diameter and a 20-foot side wall before it vaulted up, another challenge was making the small space functional.


Upstairs, we designed a lofted bedroom area and full bathroom. The main floor has an open layout with a kitchen and seating area with a beautiful lake view.

"We appreciated that the space was very functional. The tall ceilings upstairs made the space feel so large."


Cathy

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CHALLENGE 3: ridges

Modern loft interior with open staircase, gray tile floor, wooden beam, and black kitchen island

Finally, the windows and doors we set needed to be cut perfectly to the grain bin’s metal grooves to ensure water didn’t get in. We wanted there to be a proper seal if it rained. 


The grooves were also a challenge when designing a floating deck off the building. We used composite decking in silver maple with a combination of white and black railing.

Other highlights: ladder on the side for added detail, bullet proof glass skylight, shiplap type look for the walls, and different size rustic boards for the ceilings.

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"The quality of the home's build I noted too because no detail was spared and everything had excellent craftsmanship behind it! I hope to have the chance to visit again!"


Meg

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"The Silo itself was absolutely beautiful and the kitchen island was huge. So much space in the bathroom and the light coming in from the top of the silo illuminated the whole space. What a cozy gem!! 


Becky

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"The Grain Bin is the most unique & well appointed Airbnb I think we have ever stayed in."


Debi

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