The Barn Yard Blog

Plenty has changed since 1984, and our catalogs are no exception. We found a copy of the first catalog we offered. A two-page flyer, this first catalog showcased five sheds and a single bay garage on the inside. Today, it’s 136 pages, featuring a multitude of post and beam structures, garages, pavilions, and sheds. Check out these pictures to see how much has changed in 40 years.

We took a look through the archives during our 40th Anniversary, and found some old commercials that aired in the ‘80s and ‘90s. Check them out below!

When you decide it’s time to purchase a storage shed, it’s important to choose a company you can trust to provide quality structures that last a lifetime. At The Barn Yard, we’ve been committed to providing the best quality sheds and single bay garages since 1984. We have built a strong reputation, having delivered thousands of sheds to countless customers across New England. This commitment to quality sets us apart, evident in our staff, our showcases, and our product.

Since 1984, we’ve been serving the Connecticut and New England area with quality sheds that will last a lifetime. What started in a small office across from Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks has turned into thousands of sheds delivered across New England, two showcase locations in Ellington and Bethel, a 26,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility, and an expansion into custom garages, post and beam barns, timber frame pavilions, and custom timber frame structures. Reflecting on our 40 years in business, we took a look through our archives and found some aerial shots of our first location in Windsor Locks. Our Windsor Locks location closed in 2015, when we constructed our manufacturing facility and relocated our main operations to Ellington. Compared with aerial shots of our Ellington Location taken in May 2024, we’ve come a long way. 

With a raised center section and two lean-tos, our Monitor Barn series has a distinctive profile and plenty of functionality. This Riverton Monitor Barn has a 20' x 48' main barn, flanked by two 12' x 48' enclosed lean-tos. Three overhead doors on the front allow for easy entrance for cars, trucks, and equipment. The large footprint is spacious for any purpose, and the second floor is especially sizable—ready to accommodate your barn needs. Let’s take a closer look. 

Our new 10' x 16' Victorian Poolside Bar is your summertime go-to. The front half features a 10' x 8' bar area with a Trex bar and Trex flooring. A timber frame truss with king post design frames the bar area, catching your eye. Board & batten siding gives the structure a modern appearance. The back of this poolside bar has a versatile enclosed section. Use this area as storage space for pool floats and patio furniture, convert it into a changing area, or use it for another purpose. This structure comes pre-wired, ready for a TV, light fixtures, and more. The options are endless. 

New for the 2024 season is our Modern Studio. This sleek, classy shed is ideal for hobby space, a home office, a pool house, and more. A 9' front wall height and a 7' back wall height create an angled roof, topped with corrugated metal. The Modern Studio features a 3' indented front porch with composite decking, pine ceiling, and a pine accent wall. Board & batten siding wraps around the rest of the exterior. The interior finish will be done by others. 

New for the 2024 season is our Classic Greenhouse. Garden with ease in our new addition, perfect for giving your flowers, vegetables, and other plants a head start. The greenhouse comes standard with an 8' x 16" bump out and a 12' potting bench. Board & batten siding can be painted in a variety of colors with a matching interior. A clear corrugated roof and several windows let in plenty of sunshine and will keep your plants warm even in cool weather. 

Find this welcoming guest barn deep in the woods, ideal for immersing oneself in nature. When this barn is not hosting guests, the owner uses it as a writer’s retreat. The serene scenes of nature outside of this barn flow inside thanks to the detailed timber frame construction with authentic wood joinery. Read on for a photo tour.

When you see the quality of our barns and imagine the endless possibilities, the answer is clear: what you need is a barn. Watch our latest TV commercial that convinces you of just that.