Shops with Living Quarters in Eugene
A working shop and a place to live, under one roof — high-bay shop space plus finished living quarters. Sometimes called a barndominium or shouse.
Key Takeaways
- A working shop plus finished living quarters under one roof (a barndominium).
- Shared foundation and roof keep the cost-per-square-foot down.
- Full kitchen, bath, and heavy shop power, built to living-space standards.
What is a shop with living quarters?
It's a single building that combines a working shop or garage with finished living space — a kitchen, bath, and bedrooms alongside high-bay work area. People call it a barndominium, a shouse, or simply a shop with an apartment. It's a flexible way to live and work on the same parcel, especially on rural and acreage lots.
Why build one
You get a real shop and real living space without two separate buildings — shared foundation, shared roof, lower overall cost per square foot. The living side can be your home, a guest space, or a rental.
How Red Umbrella builds it
You work directly with owner Bari Swartz — building in the Eugene area since 1969 — with a Supervisory Master Electrician in-house (no subbed-out electrical). We design it, pull and manage every City of Eugene or Lane County permit, and build it start to finish, backed by a 5-year workmanship warranty. Choose traditional stick framing or energy-efficient SIP panels. Up to 120% financing available.
Common questions
What's a barndominium?
A barndominium is a shop or barn-style building with finished living quarters inside — durable shell, comfortable home. We build them to suit how you'll actually use the space.
Can it have full living quarters?
Yes — a complete kitchen, full bath, bedrooms, and proper insulation and HVAC, built to living-space standards and permitted accordingly.
How is the shop powered?
Our in-house Master Electrician handles heavy shop power — 220V circuits, welders, compressors, and lighting — done right and to code.
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