The Barn (former A. Quincy Jones Residence)

Inspired by New England farm architecture, the residence of renowned architect, A. Quincy Jones was called “The Barn.”

What was once an old photographers studio, A. Quincy Jones transformed the space into his residence and workplace. Featuring a large, open space with 50-foot high ceilings and a pitched-roof, he revamped the wood barn by painting it white, adding redwood paneling, large sliding doors, elegant built-in cabinetry, and narrow slat sun shades that allowed natural light to enter the space through multiple angles.
The interior included a two-story atrium space with mezzanines that wrap around three sides. One side consisted of the living area with sleeping quarters upstairs, and the opposite side was an office area with worktables and files. The third side was an open mezzanine work area that connected the other two spaces.
Frederick Fisher and Partners renovation maintained Jones’ unique interiors while modernizing the space. “The renovations will not change the barn structurally or aesthetically, but will consist of cleanup and stabilization, said Frederick Fisher.
We’re using a very light touch.” The work included updating lighting fixtures, window upgrades for sound and thermal insulation, new ventilation systems, and plumbing and wiring.