Black Diamond Construction Expands Custom Barndominiums in East Texas
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Black Diamond Construction, a Buffalo-based builder, has been showcasing custom barndominiums in East Texas, offering a unique housing solution for rural areas. The company, which operates from 1789 W US Hwy 79, has been serving homeowners within a 50-mile radius for more than 15 years. Barndominiums, which combine living space with a shop, garage, or storage area under one roof, are gaining popularity as a practical housing choice in Texas, particularly in counties like Leon, Freestone, Madison, Limestone, and Houston.
Founded by lifelong friends Mike King and Daniel Ansley, the company specializes in land clearing, slabs, steel framing, custom cabinetry, and bathroom work.
Black Diamond Construction offers a comprehensive range of services, from land preparation to final walkthrough. The company's land services include clearing, mulching, grading, and fencing, while its construction services encompass custom homes, barndominiums, metal buildings, and concrete work. The company maintains a public project gallery on its website, showcasing completed projects such as Lightfoot’s Lodge, Lucky Dog Landing on Lake Limestone, and Shady Shoreline.
Recent builds by the company highlight the range of styles it offers. One single-story home features green vertical metal siding, a timber pergola framing the main entry, and double wood entry doors with decorative glass. Another project pairs blue board-and-batten siding with a dark metal roof, twin dormers, and a full-height stone chimney. The interior work centers on custom cabinetry and finish details, with one recently completed kitchen featuring wood cabinetry with crown molding and a large center island with bar seating.
The company also offers custom cabinetry and bathroom renovations for both new construction and existing homes. For barndominiums, the focus is on creating warm, finished interiors despite the open, steel-framed spaces. Key decisions in cabinetry planning include the layout of work zones, the height of upper cabinets, and the inclusion of features such as a walk-in pantry or deep drawers. Bathroom renovations involve layout changes, water supply and drainage, ventilation, and integrating new baths with existing structures.
Black Diamond Construction builds its barndominiums with steel framing, insulation, and weather-resistant exterior finishes suitable for the Texas climate. The company emphasizes the importance of proper insulation, noting that metal wall and roof panels can lead to condensation if not properly insulated. The company also builds metal buildings and shops, allowing for the integration of living quarters and work spaces on the same property.
The typical timeline for a custom barndominium or home build in the company’s service area ranges from several months to more than a year. Design changes made after construction begins can affect both the timeline and the cost. The company provides a realistic schedule at the start of each project and works to finalize layout and finish selections during the design phase.
On resale value, Black Diamond Construction has observed that barndominiums in East Texas are appraising more favorably than they did a few years ago. However, the company notes that value ultimately depends on build quality, finishes, and the land itself. The company’s services are available at https://blackdiamondconstruct.com/ or by calling (903) 388-6226.