Design Your Dream Building!

Free 2D Builder Tool for Custom Post & Beam Structures

What is Country Carpenters 2D Builder?

The Country Carpenters 2D Builder is a free online design tool that empowers you to create your custom post and beam building from scratch. Whether you’re planning a barn, cabin, garage, shed, or any outbuilding, our intuitive platform lets you visualize your project before you build.

For over 50 years, Country Carpenters has been crafting authentic New England style post and beam building kits. Now, we’ve brought that expertise to your fingertips. Our 2D Builder eliminates the guesswork and gives you complete control over your building’s design.

No software downloads. No complicated CAD programs. Just point, click, and design your perfect structure in your web browser.

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Why Use the 2D Builder?

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Save Time

What used to take days of back-and-forth with designers now takes minutes. Design multiple layouts and compare options instantly.

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Visualize Your Vision

See your building take shape from a bird's-eye view. Make informed decisions about layout, flow, and space utilization.

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Save & Share

Save your designs and share them with family, contractors, or our team. Collaborate and refine your vision together.

How It Works

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Connect With a Client Advisor

Start by sharing your vision, preferred size, and intended use of your post and beam barn. A Client Advisor will walk you through options, timelines, and next steps to ensure the project aligns with your goals.

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Select Your Model & Custom Options

Choose from our handcrafted New England barn kits, then customize doors, windows, hardware, lofts, and design details to create a structure that truly reflects your property and style.

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Approve Your Drawings

Our drafting team will prepare detailed construction drawings. Review and approve every element—from layout to elevations—before your kit goes into production.

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Your Barn Is Handcrafted

Each post and beam component is milled, prepared, and finished in our Connecticut workshop. Every joint, beam, and detail is crafted to meet traditional standards of New England quality.

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Delivery & Construction

Your complete barn kit—including numbered timbers and hardware—arrives ready for assembly. Build it yourself, work with your contractor, or ask us for a recommended builder in your area.

Country Carpenters FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Country Carpenters 2D Builder?

The Country Carpenters 2D Builder is a free online design tool that allows you to create custom post and beam building layouts in minutes. You can visualize your barn, cabin, shed, or outbuilding from a top-down view.

How much does it cost to use the 2D Builder?

The 2D Builder is completely free to use. There are no subscriptions, no hidden fees, and no obligations. Design as many projects as you'd like and only pay when you're ready to order your building kit.

What types of buildings can I design?

You can design any post and beam structure including barns, horse barns, garages, cabins, sheds, workshops, pool houses, garden buildings, and custom outbuildings in the traditional New England style.

Do I need design experience to use the builder?

No design experience is required. The 2D Builder features an intuitive drag-and-drop interface that anyone can use. Simply input your desired dimensions, arrange your layout, and the tool does the rest.

How accurate is the pricing?

The 2D Builder provides real-time pricing estimates based on your custom specifications. These estimates reflect current material costs and building configurations, giving you an accurate starting point for your project budget.

Can I modify my design after saving it?

Yes! Your saved designs can be reopened and modified at any time. Experiment with different layouts, make adjustments, and refine your vision until it's perfect.

What happens after I complete my design?

Once your design is complete, you can request a detailed quote from our team. We'll review your specifications and provide a comprehensive proposal including materials, delivery options, and timeline estimates.

Do you ship building kits nationwide?

Yes, Country Carpenters ships custom post and beam building kits throughout the United States and internationally.

Build Your Dream Structure

The 5 Step Post and Beam Barns by Country Carpenters Process

Our Client Advisors are here to work with you through every step of the process so you can make your barn dream a reality!

Step 1: Design Your Vision

Our Client Advisors will provide you with a preliminary drawing package to help customize your building. After finalizing your design, you will receive a quote and 3D representation of your building, upon request.

Step 2: Preconstruction

Once your contract is signed and a deposit is made, you will receive engineered plans to submit to your town for permit approval. After the permit approval process, it’s time to break ground. Foundation work must be completed by the homeowner in preparation for the delivery.

Step 3: Manufacture

Rather than using computerized machines, we prefer a hands-on approach: each part of our custom building kits are handcrafted by our experienced craftsmen, giving you the personal and traditional touch that defines our unique post & beam building style.

Step 4: Delivery

Once your customized building package is completed, it’s time for delivery. Along with your delivery you will receive color coded plans, construction diagrams and a full support package to assist in kit assembly. Standard and premium delivery options are available.

Step 5: You Build/We Build

Kit assembly can be handled on your own, with a licensed contractor, or (for local customers) by our experienced crew of carpenters. Kit packages include live technical support to assist during the process. Once the build is done, it’s time to sit back and enjoy your barn!

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Start Your Project with Our Handcrafted Kits

Click below to start the process and get in touch with one of our client advisors. Soon you’ll be on your way to owning your very own Country Carpenters Country Pavilion