It sounds reminiscent of the Norwegian Stave Churches, which some  
have said are reminiscent of Viking ships in construction and look  
like inverted ships when you're inside.  I have to admit the first  
time I learned about Norwegian Stave Churches was at Walt Disney World!

There is a lot of further information if you search at Google.   
Here's one site that discusses them:

http://www.worldheritagesite.org/sites/urnesstavechurch.html

Hope this is of (semi-related) interest!

All my best,

--Eric

Eric D. M. Johnson
Proprietor
The Village Factsmith Historical Research & Consulting
http://www.factsmith.com/
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On Jun 27, 2005, at 9:30 AM, John Martinson wrote:

> We're looking for information on Scandinavian Barns.  This is a  
> huge barn, with a rounded roof (tiles on the
> roof are new) but old structure.   Inside looks like you are in a  
> ship upside down.   Nice woodwork, hand made stairs going up to  
> loft.  Exterior has upright vertical timbers.  I have a picture if  
> you need
> to see the barn.  We believe it is Finnish, but may be mistaken.
>
> Thanks in advance!
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