Build Your Dream Barndominium Without Costly Mistakes

Learn from a builder who has designed, built, and overseen dozens of barndos — and made every mistake so you don’t have to.

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Your Dream Could Become a Nightmare if You Don't Start Smart

I don’t just talk about “contractors gone wrong” — I’ve seen it firsthand.

I know a family with a disabled son that trusted a contractor with $62,000 — their life savings. That contractor left them with nothing but a half-completed dirt pad, then disappeared. The money was gone and they were left scrambling, trying to figure out how to build their house with the little they had left.

Another local family spent $160,000 with a builder, and all they were left with was a slab — and a house that collapsed after a wind storm. Later, it came out that this builder had done this to at least 8 other families, too.

And here’s the kicker: both of these families had loans through a bank. They thought that meant they were safe. They weren’t.

👉 The sad truth is, these stories happen every single day. And contractors aren't the only issue. There's also:

Digital plans that are beautiful, but don't work once walls go up
Overspending on land and being unable to build
Clickbait promising $150K barndos that will actually cost $400K+

The issues add up fast, and can destroy everything.

That’s why I built Barndominium University. To give you the insider knowledge to protect yourself before it’s too late.

This course is the insurance policy for your dream.

I’ve built dozens of barndominiums, made every mistake in the book, and learned exactly how to avoid them. Now you can get real-world knowledge that saves you time, money, and heartache on your build.

I WANT TO AVOID THESE MISTAKES

My name is Kristina Richie, the founder of The Barndo Pro, and creator and teacher of Barndominium University. I'm wife, mother of 8, and general contractor who has designed, built, and overseen dozens of barndominiums from dream to move-in day, including my own.

While I absolutely love bringing a family's dream to life, I hate seeing people getting taken advantage of.

Most designers sit behind a desk. I build AND design barndominiums, which means I know how to avoid the mistakes before they happen.

My work has been featured in magazines, websites, and shared across barndominium communities nationwide.

Hiring A Contractor Doesn't Guarantee Peace Of Mind

It often creates more stress.

Every single day, people lose tens of thousands of dollars from:

Bad draw schedules
Unpurchased materials
Padded budgets
Stretched timelines
Human mistakes

Hiring a general contractor will cost 10–20% of your total build cost. On a $400,000 build, that’s $40,000–$80,000 — just for someone to manage your project.

But what if you don’t need someone managing everything… you just need a pro in your corner to answer questions when you get stuck?

👉 That's exactly why Barndominium University works perfectly with Contractor On Demand.

For a flat fee, you can book a 30-minute call with a seasoned builder who will:

Walk you through decisions in real time.
Tell you what's normal pricing, and what's a red flag.
Help you solve problems before they become disasters.

This is your “phone-a-friend” for building. You'll get expert advice in real-time without paying a GC premium.

🍽 The Meat & Potatoes of Barndominium Building

Let’s be real: most of what’s out there right now is fluff.

Pretty Pinterest pictures, a few superficial tips, maybe a $49 e-book written by someone who built one barndo and decided they were an “expert.”

That’s not what we do here.

👉 Barndominium University is the only fully comprehensive, step-by-step course that takes you from dirt pad to move-in day.

No fluff. No theory. No guesswork.

Here’s what makes this different:

Complex made simple: Whether you’ve never picked up a hammer or you’ve been in construction for years, this course walks you through every step so you can move forward with confidence.
Not just surface-level: We don’t skim over the hard stuff. We go deep into the complexities so you understand what’s really going on — and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Scripts for every trade: We hand you exact word-for-word scripts for what to ask subcontractors — electricians, plumbers, framers, HVAC — so you don’t get taken advantage of.
Cost-saving strategies: Smart swaps and tricks that save thousands without cutting corners.
Speak the language: We teach you the lingo so you can talk to subs and contractors like you’ve been doing it for years.
See the end before you start: We show you how to anticipate problems and visualize the finished product so you’re never stuck saying, “I wish we’d thought of that sooner.”

Whether you’re:

🔧 DIYing your barndo,

💰 Hiring a contractor, or

🔥 Acting as your own GC…

…Barndominium University gives you the confidence, the insider knowledge, and the exact roadmap you need to make your dream a reality.

👉 There is nothing else like this on the market. Period.

💰 Hiring a Contractor Will Cost You Thousands—But Doing It Blind Costs More

Sure, you can hire a general contractor… but you’ll pay dearly for it. Skip the contractor and do it yourself without the right knowledge? That’s even more expensive. Mistakes, delays, and wasted materials pile up quickly.

👉 Barndominium University is a self-paced course that gives you the blueprint, so you stay in control, on budget, and on schedule.

🏠 Why Risk “Flawed” Plans That Ruin Resale Value?

There are dozens of websites selling barndominium plans… but here’s the truth: many of them are riddled with design flaws that you won’t notice until it’s too late. Those flaws can leave you stuck in a home you don’t love — or worse, one you can’t resell.

👉 Barndominium University teaches you how to spot bad design before you waste a single dollar. Build a barndominium you’ll love — and that builds equity.

🔧 Barndominiums Aren’t Stick-Built Homes

Even experienced stick-home builders hit roadblocks with barndos. They’re different. They require tweaks that most people don’t know about until it’s too late.

👉 We give you the insider adjustments and building tricks so your project runs smoothly and doesn’t bleed money later.

🚨 Protect Yourself From Contractors Who Cut Corners

People get screwed by contractors every single day. Shoddy work, bloated invoices, jobs left unfinished.

👉 With Barndominium University, you’ll know exactly what to look for, what questions to ask, and how to hold contractors accountable. Knowledge is your leverage.

📚 Real Experience, Not Theoretical Advice

We didn’t build one barndominium, slap together an ebook, and call ourselves “experts.” We’ve built dozens. We’ve lived through every headache, every problem, every costly mistake — and learned how to solve them.

👉 All of that knowledge, step-by-step, is inside this course. Every question you could possibly have? Answered.

Don’t gamble your dream home on guesswork, flawed plans, or contractors who don’t care. Get the insider playbook that saves you tens of thousands of dollars and years of frustration.