Design Your Home in Minutes

Start your residential project in two ways: design your own barndominium using our professional 3D tool, or describe your floor plan needs and let our engineers handle the structural layout and clear-span flow. Whether you are planning a modern steel frame home design or a rugged rural retreat, every General Steel package is engineered to with your local codes in mind and your specific lifestyle requirements.

Online Barndominium Designer with General Steel

Just Describe It

No Plans Yet? You’ll receive a full-color building concept delivered to your inbox in minutes, ready to review, refine, and price with a dedicated Project Consultant at General Steel who understands metal home and barndo projects from the ground up.

DESCRIBE YOUR SPACE

Professional Concepts for Serious Builders

Getting started is easy; no architectural blueprints are necessary to receive a quote on the structural materials you need for your new home. Tell us about your desired footprint and living requirements from open-concept great rooms to multi-car attached shops—and we use proven designs to create a tailored concept. Your steel building home design is delivered to your inbox in minutes, ready to be refined with a Project Consultant at General Steel who understands residential steel applications.

  • No drawings or dimensions required
  • Designed around your unique needs
  • Fast turnaround, easy revisions
  • Expert guidance from start to finish

Interactive Barndominium Designer Online

If you have a specific vision for your exterior, use our barndominium and traditional home 3D designer to take control. Experiment with roof pitches, porch overhangs, and residential entry points. Unlike basic “visualizers,” our barndominium designer online helps you move toward a buildable reality with full-color renderings and structural options delivered directly to your inbox.

Price Your Building Online

Get fast, step-by-step pricing if you know your approximate size, with instant visuals and clear budget insight to help you plan your project with confidence.

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Take Control With Our 3D Tool

Customize your building layout, doors, windows, and features while visualizing your space inside and out, ideal for hands-on planners who want full control.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you are a seasoned operator looking to add more units or an investor starting an RV storage business, you need clear answers on costs, timelines, and durability. We’ve answered the most common questions regarding site optimization and steel construction to help you make an informed investment.

The Residential Project Roadmap

Transitioning from a vision to a job site requires clear planning. Building a steel frame home or barndominium is a streamlined process, but success depends on preparation. Use these two checklists to evaluate your current stage and prepare for your design consultation with our experts.

Pre-Design Essentials

  • CheckmarkDo you currently own the land or have a specific parcel under contract?
  • CheckmarkHave you confirmed that your local building department allows metal building home designs?
  • CheckmarkAre you planning for a traditional slab-on-grade or a specialized foundation?
  • CheckmarkDo you have a total project budget that includes the steel shell, site prep, and interior finishes?
  • CheckmarkIf you are not a cash buyer, have you spoken to a lender about a construction-to-permanent loan for a steel home?

Customization Priorities

  • CheckmarkDo you require an open-concept great room without interior load-bearing columns?
  • CheckmarkHave you reviewed R-value requirements for residential insulation in your specific region?
  • CheckmarkAre there specific local requirements for snow loads, wind speeds, or seismic activity?
  • CheckmarkWill you be using our steel siding, or are you planning for brick, stone, or stucco accents?
  • CheckmarkWill your design need to accommodate future additions, such as an attached shop or mother-in-law suite?

Who is General Steel?

General Steel is a leader in the design and delivery of high-performance steel building home designs. We understand that your home is your most significant investment.

While we have led the design for Fortune 500 giants like GM and Ford, we bring that same level of experience to our residential offerings. When you choose General Steel for your steel frame home design, you are getting an economical, fire-resistant, and weather-resilient structure that is built to last for generations. No matter the size of your homestead, our team dedicates the same expertise to ensure your residence is delivered on time and on budget.

Metal Home Design by General Steel

Ready to Design Your Building?
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Bring your project to life with our 3D Building Designer. Already know your size? Get a quick quote (3 easy steps) with our Price Your Building Online form. Prefer a person? Call us now for immediate assistance with your project.

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