This build is a dream. Its modern style, natural elements, the glass, and place in the jungle looking over the canopy to the ocean. Well done to everyone involved. You really accomplished something special.
I am a long- time builder in N. California. Conventional framing, ICF block, steel buildings ect. I absolutely loved this video! The cabin & design itself, watching you & you guys bust your ass. I am 60 now & you’ve inspired me to find another challenging project & start it. Thanks Tom
As an architect who currently building my apartment from scratch. iam amazed by the amount of creativity, effort and dedication u had for this project ! I am a big lover of cabin design and i have to say that yours….. damn man… such a cool one !!! Very minimalist with a nice colors/materialts panel, you get the best communication with the nature and that make it perfect 🤩 😊 Such a great job man, i really mean it 😊
I love the video! From the fact that you go out of your way to thank every worker involved, to seeing that you actually was personally involved in every aspect of the build! Very inspiring! Thank you!
I am in my 30s living in eastern asia with absolutely zero desire to build a cabin in the woods, but i loved watching this video. The directions in the beginning and end, purpose and meaning driven narrative, and calm editing was delightful to watch. Thanks for creating such a enjoyable clip!
Thank you :) that's a really nice thing to say. I too have watched countless videos of people building things, like a cabin in the woods of Alaska, something I would never do, and just find it really relaxing and interesting to watch
I am in my 30s living in eastern asia with absolutely zero desire to build a cabin in the woods, but i loved watching this video. The directions in the beginning and end, purpose and meaning driven narrative, and calm editing was delightful to watch. Thanks for creating such a enjoyable clip! mahwus
Congratulations man! And kudos to those men who helped you bring this project to life, it's hard to find trustworthy and hardworking men who will stick to you up to the last day of the project!
It is so refreshing to see someone do an open concept build like this with some actual color. Most houses like this are just slightly different shades of gray and beige.
To be honest i didn't wanted to video to end . Great job done . Filming to building to narrating . I'm also a diy lover . And i very very enjoyed the full build . I wanted to build a tiny house since for ever . But the dream faded with time . And watching your video kinda reignited that fire inside me . Am living currently in algeria . And summer is on the door and this summer . I will be starting the build i assure you 😂 . Thanks a lot
Incredible build. I love cabin style homes. My girlfriend is Costa Rican lives in San Jose and i commuete back & from States every 2 1/2 months. I plan on moving there late next year. You have certainly inspired me.
Not only is the build almost perfection, but the fact that you liked your crew and everything was so smooth, makes this project even more inspiring. Thank you for sharing.
I love how you included the times you got that extra push of inspiration from your beautiful surroundings. Those really are the moments that keep us going when doing builds. Your home is stunning. Well done.
You've done an incredible job, especially tackling construction in an unfamiliar place. It's clear you've put your heart and soul into it. May your time in the cabin be filled with unforgettable moments. Watching your journey has ignited a dream of mine to own a cozy cabin someday. Thanks for the inspiration!
Amazing Sasha what a journey and inspiration! Cement is an additive of concrete. You refer to cement a few times in the video however it’s actually concrete you are pouring. Cement is like the flour when you bake a cake, it’s an additive. When you mix cement, aggregate, lime and water it then becomes concrete.
Tropical rain is quite strong and wind can blow in a lot of rain from the side. Since the front wall is quite high, I think it would have been better to extend the roof way more to the front to prevent rain hitting the glass windows at the front bottom. It's also a bit difficult to make everything waterproof since those windows need tiny gaps everywhere. Maybe difficult to maintain this structure in this kind of weather, but it looks pretty cool.
@@sarahtyster7342 What waterproofing? Wood siding will open up and water will get in the wall cavity. This is building science 101, or even just common sense. Yes looks rad, but really big miss step not putting a wrb behind the cladding. It's gonna be mold city.
Wishing you moments of awe and wonder as you explore the vast tapestry of nature's wonders, each discovery a reminder of the boundless beauty and diversity that surrounds us
You are right. Having the materials there saved a lot of time and money! I built a 4 bed/ 4 ba I designed myself outside of Jaco in the jungle. I still feel the sense of accomplishment having built my 1st home and being a woman. I love it and will never move.
Really enjoyed everything about this video , you really poured your heart and soul into your little house by the sea . Very inspirational, thank you for sharing
Congratulations! You obviously did your homework and had planned ahead for every stage of construction. We are currently in the process creating a one bedroom bungalow on a tiny island in the West Indies. We had to build with all wood as the cost of transportation there would have been prohibitive to use concrete and steel. Your building time was amazingly fast, because we are building ourselves (and we work), along with two guys, it’s now two years! Thanks for the inspiration!
Your cabin is a work of art, and I know you are going to have many years of enjoyment in it. Just don't walk off that deck when you're communing with Grandmother.
Great video guy and the fact you’re selling your plans pretty cheap is cool. I’m too old and broke to do anything close to this but it really lifts my spirit to see young men hitting it hard and doing good quality work. Keep that up and make the world a better place.
Lovely video! I enjoyed your explanations so much and really appreciated that you took out the annoying sound of the machines! As a Gen Z who lives in a big city in Europe who's probably not going to be able to afford buying or building a house anytime soon, it felt therapeutic to watch you video 🫶
Wow! STUNNING..CONGRATULATIONS. 🎉 What an achievement..the cabin and video. You are so talented..and what a super team in Costa Rica. ❤ Thx for sharing.
What an awesome cabin and build! Thank you for sharing!! I've been wanting to buy some land in Northern California and build a small cabin and I love what you did here. Thanks again!!
Oh my goodness! Your home is absolutely beautiful!!! And what’s even better is the fact that it fits in perfectly with that gorgeous landscape! I really love it! Good luck in your beautiful new home!
Wow I was expecting some sort of rickity treehouse but short of a landslide, this isn’t going anywhere. Beautiful work! Love to see others making their dreams come true.
That's incredible! Building a cabin from the ground up in just three and a half months is a huge accomplishment. It must be so rewarding to see your vision come to life, especially with the hands-on experience. Kudos to you and your team for making it happen! 🏡🌿💪
@@petrichor259That pales in comparison to the damage that a sprawling city like San Jose and its suburbs are doing to the environment here. Nonstop building and spreading out in the heart of the country, not to mention the daily pollution from the traffic there. So much forest being mowed down in the GAM, but no one wants to talk about it.
I love the design and work dedication you guys put into building this lovely house 👏🏼 I think you need to add an outdoor hot tub or small pool looking towards the ocean, would be nice to enjoy a swim / dip while surrounded by nature, good luck to you ☺️
At first I thought you were just filming, but when I saw you actually going down there with the crew and BUILDING with them, I felt very proud to say the least, damn! Man is building a home right there! very respectful tbh, I immedietly subscribed & liked & shared it with my friends, now THAT is something to be respected big time! Thanks for all the hard word & thanks to the guys who helped, that's a great job! cheers!
Wowowowowow!! I can only imagine how much love was poured into this!!! I'm super impressed! Keep it up and will keep following for updates new projects and those beautiful views
No other words to describe this built.... Just brilliant. The environment, location and the view... Wow factor. Is a place for healing..... Thanks for sharing.
This is one of the most inspiring video of this kind that I have watched. Thank you for sharing and I wish you all the success. You strike me as a surfer. I lived in Guanacaste for a year and I dream of a project like this in the near future.
This build blew my mind. I love the placement of the cabin, the modernist yet connected to nature approach. The team that you built it with really put a smile on my face and is really what drove me to subscribe. They seemed like a knowledgable crew that knew how to get the absoulte best out of limited supplies and not rip you off in the process, also the thought that you put into the sourcing and helping build this project really made sense. Drives me to make something like this in the future
I agree with some comments that i also would've did sime of the thing's different. But, nonetheless you absolutely crushed this and you should be very proud. I love it. Great job guys.
Loved your design. I’m doing very similar to yours in Puerto Viejo, but with a few changes. I put the full bathroom upstairs in the bedroom as no one wants to climb down those loft stairs at night while dying for a pee! I added a half bath downstairs, plus a small plunge pool with outdoor shower. Hopefully my cabins Wil be built by the end of the year. Thanks for the inspiration!
3 & 1/2 months is not bad for it being so far out there. I am in the process of doing my first home build in a more rural area of the US but not too bad. I initially thought I could do it by myself...well thankfully I budgeted for help because I needed it right away, haha. I have learned a little which was one of the main goals, to learn a new skill and have fun doing it but it is a lot of work. I am 5"4 female. I am so excited to do each step of the process. You cabin looks beautiful! Love it! Thanks for sharing
I've been thinking about this all weekend and I have to admit it looks great and the price is great but there are a ton of issues with this build from a safety and engineering point of view. The local building codes must be very lax to allow this. 1. The entire envelope is missing a vapor barrier. 2. No insulation in the walls. 3. It's a fire hazard - aluminum wiring is illegal for a reason - it expands and contracts to the point it wiggles itself free from connection points. The wood siding is flammable and since the walls are hollow, they will feed the wood fire. The whole thing is a tinder box with cheap wiring. What's more is the electrical panel is beside THE ONLY WAY TO ESCAPE. If the panel catches fire and you're in the loft, your stair is over the fire and you need to jump, but the door out is also next to the panel and the only other door is the patio... man this a death trap. 4. No AC - when combined with the lack of insulation and vapor barrier, that means that this place will have constant moisture and humidity issues which could lead to mold growth. 5. Single pane uninsulated, unsealed windows. Drafty and will probably result in dew formation on the windows in the early morning plus allows for bugs and stuff to get in. 6. The upper level windows don't open, so all the hot humid air rises up and stays there with no way to vent out up there. Does that ceiling fan help enough? 7. No blinds or shades on a west facing window. So again heat and humid at sunset with no way to vent except the level 1 windows. 8. No exhaust vent at the stove. This is a code violation in many areas. Does the bathroom have a ceiling fan? Cooking and pooping smells might be an issue. 9. No guardrails at the deck. Looks sick but dangerous. 10. Does the roof leak yet? You have unsealed screws penetrating the sheet metal but you don't have a waterproofing barrier. I'd recommend you atleast get up there and seal every single screw point. 11. Thermal bridging everywhere - expecially the window frames. This is more of a tent/ shed than a house by modern safety and engineering standards imo. While impressive, there will be serious issues in 5-10 years, if it doesn't burn down first.
Wow! You must be such a positive and supportive person to have around. Tent? Have you lost your mind? It is a wonder the world isn't burning to a cinder given the millions of "tents" in Africa, SE Asia, South America, the Pacific islands and so on. No aircon...oh dear...
Hey There! I am glad you spent so long thinking about my cabin :) Some of your points are fair tho an I will integrate for the next time. As for the vapor barrier that was something that every single builder here never recommended so that isn't a thing here for this climate. The wood, air then concrete board is enough insulation and the heat transfer of the walls isn't an issue. Walls never heat up as the wood on the outside is a really good barrier. The aluminum wiring is just the one that brings the power from the meter to the breaker. I guess there is aluminum wiring in the breaker but not running through the house. 4. There is an AC, I didn't film it but there is a 18,000 but AC upstairs. 5.You are right about the single pane. There is dew on the outside windows in the morning. Double pane glass here is hard to come by and very very expensive. I can live with the morning dew. 6. With the Ac and the fan it stays comfortable 7. I installed blinds on the downstairs west facing windows since the construction. It was a problem but solved now. 8. This is true, no exhaust. Luckily it is a loft so it all rises to the top while cooking. But def a potential issue. 9. No guard rails. You are right it's a bit sketchy but no kids are allowed there. 10. roof isn't leaking yet. I was just there and rainy season is in full force. Rain is staying out. 11. fair point, the thermal bridging with the black metal is an issue. Ac keeps up but not the most efficient.
This is such an inspiring project. As a costarican architect myself I have to say that I feel amazed by this video. I really love all the effort and choices you took on making this cabin a reality. I'm sorry you had to import the Micro Cement. We do have Micro Cement in Costa Rica. The two major companies that make them are Intaco (Maximix) and Grupo Sur (Deco Finish). Not that it matters any more. Anyways, it is a beatiful project.
@SashaJuliardD you are very welcome! I'm glad I was able to provide you with useful information. Your video has been very educational for me, as I'm a complete rookie starting my first project.
Wonderful house… men can reach their dreams when’ they want it…! Happiness for you in this lovely site..! Fantastic team of workers.. respect for all the talents..!👏👏👏❤️
I've watched this video three times now, just. I accidentally bumped into this video and I don't usually watch this type on content but Im so glad I watched. This video calms me down so well. I've tried to find similar building videos, where the information output, sound and overall rythm would be similar and give me a same calming effect but I've not found another yet. So I will be back!
hahaaa!! I have done the same, I felt perhaps I needed therapy so I am grateful for your admission! Having renovated 3 homes, watching someone with a great team create a beautiful space feels as satisfying as if it were my place. Sublime.
I got impressed by the structure of the house with iron beams, that's reliable. I don't feel safe when I see tiny houses built only with wooden beams in areas where landslides could occur. Gorgeous! Congratulations
"I've always wanted to create a minimalist recreational area for myself, and your video really connected with that vision. It has been incredibly helpful in clarifying what I want to build. I'm interested in consulting with you on constructing a few cabins here in Bhutan, especially for advice on specific raw materials like paint, mortar mixtures, plumbing, and electrical work.
Thank you for sharing! This is definitely what I've been looking for. I recently built a small house, and your video gave me some great ideas. Thanks again! Congratulations on your beautiful new house!
Un trabajo de construcción con CERO MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD para tus trabajadores, que estoy segura, contrataste de manera informal y a bajo costo. Impresentable. Lo debes tener tan normalizado que muestras esto sin ningún pudor.
He was in there working with them the whole way, you didn't notice? And exactly what was the safety that was missing, might be helpful to be specific. He gave these guys work to feed their families, you have a problem with that? 😂
@@RMMomma4Evai know righttt . i mean gurll stfu, its a good thing that these guys were hired ..at least they got smth to feed their families . and here she is busy complaining abt “safety”😂
absolutely sweet cabin! I'm curious though if those footings are deep enough considering the steep slope and the potential for significant bursts of rainfall.
Im from Costa Rica from the tropical rain forest part . I can tell this cabin is not built to last. termites in CR are sneaky and eat wood and concrete, difficult to control them when you are in the middle of the jungle, I wonder also how did he obtained permission to build in the middle of the forest…
I'M from Costa Rica (the tropical Rainforest part) and I can tell you that termites don't eat concrete (at least not fast enough to cause any meaningful damage within 50+ years (especially when there are other options around to eat). You're not completely wrong about the wood, especially soft-woods like pine, however this wood is specifically treated, which means that it should not be affected by termites. There's nothing wrong with this build - it's very well done!
You didn't use any thing to take out the air bubbles from the concrete of the foundation ? I remember when my home was built they used some sort of machine that vibrates the concrete and takes the air bubbles out.
This is a beautiful build. Y’all busted to make it happen. The view is flat out amazing. I really like the kitchen. (I would have to put the desk facing front. Yes, I probably would be distracted. Oh well.) This is a good/interesting video. I did not find it ‘long.’ (And I really loved the music you chose. I wrote it all down.)
Envision Fest brought me to Costa Rica for the first time this year! I'm totally sold on the area & planning to move there this year. I keep stumbling across people online who live in the area.. such a small world!
This build is a dream. Its modern style, natural elements, the glass, and place in the jungle looking over the canopy to the ocean. Well done to everyone involved. You really accomplished something special.
I am a long- time builder in N. California. Conventional framing, ICF block, steel buildings ect. I absolutely loved this video! The cabin & design itself, watching you & you guys bust your ass. I am 60 now & you’ve inspired me to find another challenging project & start it. Thanks Tom
Yes! I love that. It was so fulfilling
Did u finish ur project?
As an architect who currently building my apartment from scratch. iam amazed by the amount of creativity, effort and dedication u had for this project !
I am a big lover of cabin design and i have to say that yours….. damn man… such a cool one !!!
Very minimalist with a nice colors/materialts panel, you get the best communication with the nature and that make it perfect 🤩 😊
Such a great job man, i really mean it 😊
I love the video! From the fact that you go out of your way to thank every worker involved, to seeing that you actually was personally involved in every aspect of the build! Very inspiring! Thank you!
Yeah. I was delighted by that too. I just finished rebuilding an old wooden cabin solo and I have so much respect for this guy and his team!
I am in my 30s living in eastern asia with absolutely zero desire to build a cabin in the woods, but i loved watching this video. The directions in the beginning and end, purpose and meaning driven narrative, and calm editing was delightful to watch. Thanks for creating such a enjoyable clip!
Thank you :) that's a really nice thing to say. I too have watched countless videos of people building things, like a cabin in the woods of Alaska, something I would never do, and just find it really relaxing and interesting to watch
@@SashaJuliardD When I watched this I kept thinking wow this is so cool! Kudos to you and your team this is awesome!
I am in my 30s living in eastern asia with absolutely zero desire to build a cabin in the woods, but i loved watching this video. The directions in the beginning and end, purpose and meaning driven narrative, and calm editing was delightful to watch. Thanks for creating such a enjoyable clip! mahwus
3.5 months!! Incredible, man. Hats-off to the crew, and their work ethic.
it’s not a complex project
Congratulations man! And kudos to those men who helped you bring this project to life, it's hard to find trustworthy and hardworking men who will stick to you up to the last day of the project!
It is so refreshing to see someone do an open concept build like this with some actual color. Most houses like this are just slightly different shades of gray and beige.
To be honest i didn't wanted to video to end . Great job done . Filming to building to narrating . I'm also a diy lover . And i very very enjoyed the full build . I wanted to build a tiny house since for ever . But the dream faded with time . And watching your video kinda reignited that fire inside me . Am living currently in algeria . And summer is on the door and this summer . I will be starting the build i assure you 😂 . Thanks a lot
Glad to hear it! Go for it!
Incredible build. I love cabin style homes. My girlfriend is Costa Rican lives in San Jose and i commuete back & from States every 2 1/2 months. I plan on moving there late next year. You have certainly inspired me.
Yeah well they don't need any more gringos moving to Costa Rica 🙄
Not only is the build almost perfection, but the fact that you liked your crew and everything was so smooth, makes this project even more inspiring. Thank you for sharing.
No exhaust for the stove or bathroom. It's gonna smell in there...
I love how you included the times you got that extra push of inspiration from your beautiful surroundings. Those really are the moments that keep us going when doing builds. Your home is stunning. Well done.
You think exactly like me
You've done an incredible job, especially tackling construction in an unfamiliar place. It's clear you've put your heart and soul into it. May your time in the cabin be filled with unforgettable moments. Watching your journey has ignited a dream of mine to own a cozy cabin someday. Thanks for the inspiration!
Amazing Sasha what a journey and inspiration! Cement is an additive of concrete. You refer to cement a few times in the video however it’s actually concrete you are pouring. Cement is like the flour when you bake a cake, it’s an additive. When you mix cement, aggregate, lime and water it then becomes concrete.
What an incredible home! It's all you ever need, and that view is breathtaking
Beautifully designed and skillfully crafted. So. Much. Hard. Work. Loved seeing people working together for this stellar result.
At 2:47 in the clip, the trees don’t look good; it may be a sign of an impending landslide. I think you should consult with a geotechnical engineer.
is that possible ?
nvm i just searched and this might be a sign of landslide
Tropical rain is quite strong and wind can blow in a lot of rain from the side. Since the front wall is quite high, I think it would have been better to extend the roof way more to the front to prevent rain hitting the glass windows at the front bottom. It's also a bit difficult to make everything waterproof since those windows need tiny gaps everywhere. Maybe difficult to maintain this structure in this kind of weather, but it looks pretty cool.
I too love this build, but was wondering about the waterproofing -
@@sarahtyster7342 What waterproofing? Wood siding will open up and water will get in the wall cavity. This is building science 101, or even just common sense. Yes looks rad, but really big miss step not putting a wrb behind the cladding. It's gonna be mold city.
Wishing you moments of awe and wonder as you explore the vast tapestry of nature's wonders, each discovery a reminder of the boundless beauty and diversity that surrounds us
This is ridiculously insane, that location, my jaw literally dropped seeing the final results.
The house looks amazing! Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
You are right. Having the materials there saved a lot of time and money! I built a 4 bed/ 4 ba I designed myself outside of Jaco in the jungle. I still feel the sense of accomplishment having built my 1st home and being a woman. I love it and will never move.
Awesome work on this, was such an inspirational video.
damn guess this popped in ur recommended as welll
I would never expect you here lol
If there is a video of this video daymm
A house with lot of efforts and hardwork, really one of the best houses ever build bro, huge respect for your hard work
Brilliant job. Great video. As a self builder myself, I take my hat off to you with your documenting and editing skills. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Really enjoyed everything about this video , you really poured your heart and soul into your little house by the sea . Very inspirational, thank you for sharing
You and the builders did a great job man! It looks great and beautiful location. Relax and enjoy
Congratulations! You obviously did your homework and had planned ahead for every stage of construction. We are currently in the process creating a one bedroom bungalow on a tiny island in the West Indies. We had to build with all wood as the cost of transportation there would have been prohibitive to use concrete and steel. Your building time was amazingly fast, because we are building ourselves (and we work), along with two guys, it’s now two years! Thanks for the inspiration!
Your cabin is a work of art, and I know you are going to have many years of enjoyment in it. Just don't walk off that deck when you're communing with Grandmother.
Great video guy and the fact you’re selling your plans pretty cheap is cool. I’m too old and broke to do anything close to this but it really lifts my spirit to see young men hitting it hard and doing good quality work. Keep that up and make the world a better place.
Really peaceful. I like the lightness, relaxation and peace in your life. ❤️❤️ 20:00
Great job well done Love how it turned out and congratulations to you and your amazing friends!
👍👌✌
WOW! You're a hidden gem, and I'd love to see your youtube channel grow. Cheers from the UK and croatia.
Thanks! I got a house your video coming up soon 🤙
Lovely video! I enjoyed your explanations so much and really appreciated that you took out the annoying sound of the machines! As a Gen Z who lives in a big city in Europe who's probably not going to be able to afford buying or building a house anytime soon, it felt therapeutic to watch you video 🫶
Absolutely amazing job my friend! I'm definitely travelling to Costa Rica next year.
Your cabin is GORGEOUS. And it was done in only 3.5 months?? Mindblowing.
Camera work and editing 10/10 🔥
Sasha - breathtaking! As a maker myself, this took my breath away. Spectacular design and bullet-proof construction. Just amazing and inspiring.
Wow! STUNNING..CONGRATULATIONS. 🎉 What an achievement..the cabin and video. You are so talented..and what a super team in Costa Rica. ❤ Thx for sharing.
What an awesome cabin and build! Thank you for sharing!! I've been wanting to buy some land in Northern California and build a small cabin and I love what you did here. Thanks again!!
Oh my goodness! Your home is absolutely beautiful!!! And what’s even better is the fact that it fits in perfectly with that gorgeous landscape! I really love it! Good luck in your beautiful new home!
Thank you :)
Yes, the cabin looks amazing in the landscape. I have a beautiful landscape to work with for my cabin build and im worried about uglying it up.
Incredible job , especially in light of the fact that this was your first time building a home .
Very well done ! 👍👍👍
Wow I was expecting some sort of rickity treehouse but short of a landslide, this isn’t going anywhere. Beautiful work! Love to see others making their dreams come true.
That's incredible! Building a cabin from the ground up in just three and a half months is a huge accomplishment. It must be so rewarding to see your vision come to life, especially with the hands-on experience. Kudos to you and your team for making it happen! 🏡🌿💪
Thank you!
As a Costarican I think this sort of projects are amazing and inspiring!
How? They are encouraging others to buy and destroy costarican forest
@@petrichor259That pales in comparison to the damage that a sprawling city like San Jose and its suburbs are doing to the environment here. Nonstop building and spreading out in the heart of the country, not to mention the daily pollution from the traffic there. So much forest being mowed down in the GAM, but no one wants to talk about it.
A little bit of paradise, absolutely stunning congratulations to you !
I need an hour long tour of the cabin and area and views. This place is absolutely amazing. So cool.
I just filmed one! I am going to put together a video here in the next few weeks
@@SashaJuliardD Hell yeah
I love the design and work dedication you guys put into building this lovely house 👏🏼 I think you need to add an outdoor hot tub or small pool looking towards the ocean, would be nice to enjoy a swim / dip while surrounded by nature, good luck to you ☺️
That's the plan! I will be adding an outdoor bathtub here on a renovation soon
OHMYGOSH!! The Team was perfectly magnificent!
At first I thought you were just filming, but when I saw you actually going down there with the crew and BUILDING with them, I felt very proud to say the least, damn!
Man is building a home right there! very respectful tbh, I immedietly subscribed & liked & shared it with my friends, now THAT is something to be respected big time!
Thanks for all the hard word & thanks to the guys who helped, that's a great job! cheers!
Thank you! I appreciate that. It was extremely rewarding
This is an awesome build. It must be really relaxing waking up to that view everyday
Wowowowowow!! I can only imagine how much love was poured into this!!! I'm super impressed! Keep it up and will keep following for updates new projects and those beautiful views
No other words to describe this built.... Just brilliant. The environment, location and the view... Wow factor. Is a place for healing..... Thanks for sharing.
This is one of the most inspiring video of this kind that I have watched. Thank you for sharing and I wish you all the success. You strike me as a surfer. I lived in Guanacaste for a year and I dream of a project like this in the near future.
That's the most majestic structure I've ever seen constructed. How much was the land? The construction of the cabin materials / labor? Love it.
Thank you :) I have a cost breakdown video on my channel that goes through the costs minus the land
I love the stack of old tyres for painting station. Wow, what an amazing progression to document! And what a view.I hope you love your new home ❤
Congratulations. You put in the work & it turned out great. It certainly looks amazing.
This build blew my mind. I love the placement of the cabin, the modernist yet connected to nature approach. The team that you built it with really put a smile on my face and is really what drove me to subscribe. They seemed like a knowledgable crew that knew how to get the absoulte best out of limited supplies and not rip you off in the process, also the thought that you put into the sourcing and helping build this project really made sense. Drives me to make something like this in the future
Thank you!
I agree with some comments that i also would've did sime of the thing's different. But, nonetheless you absolutely crushed this and you should be very proud. I love it. Great job guys.
Such a great crew you guys are. I really like the masculine but friendly energy of the costa rican workers. Cool!
Loved your design. I’m doing very similar to yours in Puerto Viejo, but with a few changes. I put the full bathroom upstairs in the bedroom as no one wants to climb down those loft stairs at night while dying for a pee! I added a half bath downstairs, plus a small plunge pool with outdoor shower. Hopefully my cabins Wil be built by the end of the year. Thanks for the inspiration!
3 & 1/2 months is not bad for it being so far out there. I am in the process of doing my first home build in a more rural area of the US but not too bad. I initially thought I could do it by myself...well thankfully I budgeted for help because I needed it right away, haha. I have learned a little which was one of the main goals, to learn a new skill and have fun doing it but it is a lot of work. I am 5"4 female. I am so excited to do each step of the process. You cabin looks beautiful! Love it! Thanks for sharing
I've been thinking about this all weekend and I have to admit it looks great and the price is great but there are a ton of issues with this build from a safety and engineering point of view. The local building codes must be very lax to allow this.
1. The entire envelope is missing a vapor barrier.
2. No insulation in the walls.
3. It's a fire hazard - aluminum wiring is illegal for a reason - it expands and contracts to the point it wiggles itself free from connection points. The wood siding is flammable and since the walls are hollow, they will feed the wood fire. The whole thing is a tinder box with cheap wiring. What's more is the electrical panel is beside THE ONLY WAY TO ESCAPE. If the panel catches fire and you're in the loft, your stair is over the fire and you need to jump, but the door out is also next to the panel and the only other door is the patio... man this a death trap.
4. No AC - when combined with the lack of insulation and vapor barrier, that means that this place will have constant moisture and humidity issues which could lead to mold growth.
5. Single pane uninsulated, unsealed windows. Drafty and will probably result in dew formation on the windows in the early morning plus allows for bugs and stuff to get in.
6. The upper level windows don't open, so all the hot humid air rises up and stays there with no way to vent out up there. Does that ceiling fan help enough?
7. No blinds or shades on a west facing window. So again heat and humid at sunset with no way to vent except the level 1 windows.
8. No exhaust vent at the stove. This is a code violation in many areas. Does the bathroom have a ceiling fan? Cooking and pooping smells might be an issue.
9. No guardrails at the deck. Looks sick but dangerous.
10. Does the roof leak yet? You have unsealed screws penetrating the sheet metal but you don't have a waterproofing barrier. I'd recommend you atleast get up there and seal every single screw point.
11. Thermal bridging everywhere - expecially the window frames.
This is more of a tent/ shed than a house by modern safety and engineering standards imo. While impressive, there will be serious issues in 5-10 years, if it doesn't burn down first.
i fucking laughed reading this, thanks for posting. Noticed the no guard rails.
Wow! You must be such a positive and supportive person to have around.
Tent? Have you lost your mind?
It is a wonder the world isn't burning to a cinder given the millions of "tents" in Africa, SE Asia, South America, the Pacific islands and so on.
No aircon...oh dear...
Hey There! I am glad you spent so long thinking about my cabin :) Some of your points are fair tho an I will integrate for the next time.
As for the vapor barrier that was something that every single builder here never recommended so that isn't a thing here for this climate.
The wood, air then concrete board is enough insulation and the heat transfer of the walls isn't an issue. Walls never heat up as the wood on the outside is a really good barrier.
The aluminum wiring is just the one that brings the power from the meter to the breaker. I guess there is aluminum wiring in the breaker but not running through the house.
4. There is an AC, I didn't film it but there is a 18,000 but AC upstairs.
5.You are right about the single pane. There is dew on the outside windows in the morning. Double pane glass here is hard to come by and very very expensive. I can live with the morning dew.
6. With the Ac and the fan it stays comfortable
7. I installed blinds on the downstairs west facing windows since the construction. It was a problem but solved now.
8. This is true, no exhaust. Luckily it is a loft so it all rises to the top while cooking. But def a potential issue.
9. No guard rails. You are right it's a bit sketchy but no kids are allowed there.
10. roof isn't leaking yet. I was just there and rainy season is in full force. Rain is staying out.
11. fair point, the thermal bridging with the black metal is an issue. Ac keeps up but not the most efficient.
@@nataliefenelon4796 one sec while i look for a fuck to give, ok back and i didnt find any
Yeah thats full of knowledge there, i mind this when i becoming an engineer in future
Envision people are good people, was glad to see that mention of their gift.
Wow I'm in love with this. And 3.5 months is really fast for all tje work you did. Absolutely amazing build
Thank you so much!
This is such an inspiring project. As a costarican architect myself I have to say that I feel amazed by this video. I really love all the effort and choices you took on making this cabin a reality. I'm sorry you had to import the Micro Cement. We do have Micro Cement in Costa Rica. The two major companies that make them are Intaco (Maximix) and Grupo Sur (Deco Finish). Not that it matters any more. Anyways, it is a beatiful project.
Thank you for the kind words and the tip about the micro cement, I had no idea! I will be sure to use it on my next project
@SashaJuliardD you are very welcome! I'm glad I was able to provide you with useful information. Your video has been very educational for me, as I'm a complete rookie starting my first project.
Wonderful house… men can reach their dreams when’ they want it…! Happiness for you in this lovely site..! Fantastic team of workers.. respect for all the talents..!👏👏👏❤️
This is the best tiny home build video EVER!! Thank you so much for sharing what you’ve learned and detail the building process 👏🏼🙏🏼
Thank you so much!
A house in harmony with nature, it's great to show me its process
Amazing! This is so beautifu. It was great to watch the whole built.
Enjoy your wonderful home and thank you for sharing this.
I've watched this video three times now, just. I accidentally bumped into this video and I don't usually watch this type on content but Im so glad I watched. This video calms me down so well. I've tried to find similar building videos, where the information output, sound and overall rythm would be similar and give me a same calming effect but I've not found another yet. So I will be back!
Awww thank you!! I am really glad that you enjoyed it.
hahaaa!!
I have done the same, I felt perhaps I needed therapy so I am grateful for your admission!
Having renovated 3 homes, watching someone with a great team create a beautiful space feels as satisfying as if it were my place.
Sublime.
I got impressed by the structure of the house with iron beams, that's reliable. I don't feel safe when I see tiny houses built only with wooden beams in areas where landslides could occur. Gorgeous! Congratulations
This was so satisfying to watch.
Thank you! I wanted to make something like ASMR for the eyes for people interested in building
@@SashaJuliardD No no the commentary was perfect!
I really love how you explained each step. What a lovely home and I'm so happy that you were able to accomplish your dream. Sincerely.
Re the end of the vid.... Worth every second.
Stunning! Your house is beautiful! Amazing design, amazing crew, amazing view! A dream come true!
incredible!! love that view!!
Very inspiring! I rarely watch an entire video on UA-cam, this one is one of them. Well done :)
wow...love the design
"I've always wanted to create a minimalist recreational area for myself, and your video really connected with that vision. It has been incredibly helpful in clarifying what I want to build. I'm interested in consulting with you on constructing a few cabins here in Bhutan, especially for advice on specific raw materials like paint, mortar mixtures, plumbing, and electrical work.
Shocking build. If you don't know any better, you would say this was a good build.
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Thank you for sharing! This is definitely what I've been looking for. I recently built a small house, and your video gave me some great ideas. Thanks again! Congratulations on your beautiful new house!
That toilet shot was sublime
The cabin is amazing and yess the darker bathroom looks phenomenal!
Also, please do a cabin tour video. I'd love to watch it!
Cool build! Whats the total cost?
Thank you! There is a video on my channel already that goes through all the costs to build.
@@SashaJuliardD we will but cant you just tell us what the total cost is on here?
68.000$
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@@RionfiguoMakalani woof
Absolutely beautiful home, and that view is heartwarming. Great job, excellent color scheme.
Un trabajo de construcción con CERO MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD para tus trabajadores, que estoy segura, contrataste de manera informal y a bajo costo. Impresentable. Lo debes tener tan normalizado que muestras esto sin ningún pudor.
He was in there working with them the whole way, you didn't notice?
And exactly what was the safety that was missing, might be helpful to be specific.
He gave these guys work to feed their families, you have a problem with that? 😂
@@RMMomma4Evai know righttt . i mean gurll stfu, its a good thing that these guys were hired ..at least they got smth to feed their families . and here she is busy complaining abt “safety”😂
such a beautiful building and such a beautiful location. Congratulations
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absolutely sweet cabin! I'm curious though if those footings are deep enough considering the steep slope and the potential for significant bursts of rainfall.
Im from Costa Rica from the tropical rain forest part . I can tell this cabin is not built to last. termites in CR are sneaky and eat wood and concrete, difficult to control them when you are in the middle of the jungle, I wonder also how did he obtained permission to build in the middle of the forest…
Containers would fix that issue
I'm pretty sure he did his homeworks haha
I'M from Costa Rica (the tropical Rainforest part) and I can tell you that termites don't eat concrete (at least not fast enough to cause any meaningful damage within 50+ years (especially when there are other options around to eat).
You're not completely wrong about the wood, especially soft-woods like pine, however this wood is specifically treated, which means that it should not be affected by termites.
There's nothing wrong with this build - it's very well done!
Termites don't eat concrete so I'm taking the rest of the bs your saying like it is BS
He says its pressure treated pine to prevent termites and rot. It' should stand up.
so cool...like the idea where the toilet seat is overlooking the rainforest , regards from papua new guinea
You didn't use any thing to take out the air bubbles from the concrete of the foundation ? I remember when my home was built they used some sort of machine that vibrates the concrete and takes the air bubbles out.
You did an incredible job on this house. Beautiful and absolutely worth being proud of!
Thank you so much! 😊
How do you know this is safe? The concretes wont shift or the ground will move? Are you an engineer or have you consulted to anybody?
A truly beautiful place, I am in awe well done my friend and enjoy your beautiful new home in Costa Rica!!! Xxx
This is a beautiful build. Y’all busted to make it happen. The view is flat out amazing. I really like the kitchen.
(I would have to put the desk facing front. Yes, I probably would be distracted. Oh well.)
This is a good/interesting video. I did not find it ‘long.’
(And I really loved the music you chose. I wrote it all down.)
Stunning, such a soulful retreat. Extra gratitude having your hard work reflected in all of the surfaces ❤
Envision Fest brought me to Costa Rica for the first time this year! I'm totally sold on the area & planning to move there this year. I keep stumbling across people online who live in the area.. such a small world!
This is amazing man, what a lovely build. Enjoy home!