The Barndo Bootcamp
Experience

At Barndo Bootcamp, we give you skills to transform your barndominium project from slow, stressful, and expensive, to streamlined, organized, and a fraction of the cost.

Here’s what happens when you build after attending Barndo Bootcamp:

Save Big Money

Stop getting ripped off by contractors with inflated markups and unnecessary fees. You’ll master the exact strategies to cut costs without cutting corners, keeping up to $100K+ in your pocket where it belongs.

Build Way Faster

No more waiting around for contractors to show up or wondering when they’ll finish. You’ll learn the insider secrets of construction sequencing and crew coordination that keep your project moving at lightning speed.

Take Control

Take back control of every decision – from the foundation depth to the final light switch placement. Your vision, your timeline, your standards. Your subcontractors will respect you because you’ll speak their language.

Stress Way Less

You’ll know exactly what questions to ask, what red flags to watch for, and how to keep every trade accountable. You’ll have systems in place to track progress, manage quality, and keep everything on schedule. Finally, peace of mind during your build.

The Bottom Line

You’ll leave with everything you need to take complete control of your barndo build, save a fortune, and create the home of your dreams – without the stress, delays, and budget overruns that plague typical builds.

This isn’t just about building a house. It’s about taking control of one of the biggest investments of your life.

DAY 1 – Planning & Fundamentals

8:00 – 8:30 AM: Check-in & Welcome Coffee

8:30 – 9:00 AM: Introduction & Workshop Overview

9:00 – 10:30 AM: Getting Started – Planning Your Project

Land Considerations
Budget Planning
Financing Options
Timeline Expectations

10:30 – 10:45 AM: Morning Break

10:45 – 12:15 PM: Site Preparation & Foundation (Classroom)

Land Clearing Requirements
Utilities Planning
Foundation Types
Permitting Process

12:15 – 1:15 PM: Lunch & Networking

1:15 – 3:15 PM: Post Frame Construction

Material Examination
Basic Structural Components
Post frame Advantages
Cost Comparison Analysis

3:15 – 3:30 PM: Afternoon Break

3:30 – 5:00 PM: Shell Design & Materials

Exterior Design Options
Roofing Choices
Insulation Strategies
Weather Considerations

5:00 – 5:30 PM: Day 1 Q&A Session

DAY 2 – Systems & Construction

8:00 – 8:30 AM: Morning Coffee & Review

8:30 – 10:30 AM: Interior Layout & Space Planning

Floor Plan Optimization Exercises
Room Arrangement Principles
Storage Solutions
Living Space Conversion Planning

10:30 – 10:45 AM: Morning Break

10:45 – 12:15 PM: Mechanical Systems (Hands-on)

HVAC Planning
Electrical Basics
Plumbing Layout Essentials
Energy Efficiency Options

12:15 – 1:15 PM: Lunch & Expert Panel Discussion

1:15 – 3:15 PM: DIY vs Contractor Workshop

Cost Comparison Exercises
Project Management Techniques
Timeline Planning

3:15 – 3:30 PM: Afternoon Break

3:30 – 5:00 PM: Interior Finishing

Drywall Techniques
Flooring Installation Basics
Cabinet Installation Principles
Lighting Considerations

5:00 – 5:30 PM: Day 2 Q&A Session

DAY 3 – Finishing & Implementation

8:00 – 8:30 AM: Morning Coffee & Review

8:30 – 10:00 AM: Smart Money-Saving Strategies

Material Sourcing
Purchase Timing
Labor Cost Reduction
Value Engineering

10:00 – 10:15 AM: Morning Break

10:15 – 11:45 AM: Final Steps & Move-In

Inspection Process
Final Finishes
Landscaping Basics
Maintenance Planning

11:45 – 12:30 PM: Success Planning Session

Action Plan Development
Resource Distribution
Community Connection
Next Steps

12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch & Closing

Explore the vibrant city of Nashville at your leisure

Note: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be catered each day of the event

Course Overview

Planning Your Barndominium Project

Land considerations
Budget planning
Financing options
Initial timeline expectations

Site Preparation and Foundation Fundamentals

Land clearing and grading
Utilities planning
Foundation types
Permitting process

Post Frame Construction Basics

Understanding post frame advantages
Material selection
Basic structural components
Cost savings vs traditional construction

Shell Design and Materials

Exterior design options
Roofing choices
Insulation strategies
Weather considerations

Interior Layout and Space Planning

Floor plan optimization
Room arrangements
Storage solutions
Living space conversion tips

Mechanical Systems Made Simple

HVAC planning
Electrical basics
Plumbing layout
Energy efficiency options

DIY vs Contractor: Making Smart Choices

What to DIY
When to hire pros
Cost comparisons
Project management tips

Interior Finishing on a Budget

Drywall installation
Flooring options
Cabinet choices
Lighting solutions

Smart Money-Saving Strategies

Material sourcing
Timing purchases
Labor cost reduction
Value engineering

Final Steps and Move-In Preparation

Inspection process
Final finishes
Landscaping basics
Maintenance planning

Where You Will Stay

Phillips Place - Exterior

Phillips Place - Living Room

Phillips Place - Bedroom

Phillips Place - Living Room

Phillips Place - Bedroom

Phillips Place - Exterior

Event Venue

Marathon Motor Works | Location: 1305 Clinton St STE 100, Nashville, TN 37203

Transportation

Choose how you would like to travel between the supplied condo and event venue! Take an Uber or drive yourself. It's less than 10 minutes

Flights

The flight is on you but we've covered your room! Whether you come in the night before or the day of, your private condo will be ready for you and your guest attendees

What To Bring

Paper, laptop or tablet to take notes; an example of a barndominium you like; and an open mind ready to learn to take control of your barndo build!

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The Barndo Bootcamp Experience