Honestly, anyone else getting sick of waiting 3 weeks to a month for an update on the reno, only get mostly chit-chat and sponsor info? I mean how much actual time out of this 17 minute update was Current Reno footage? And videos LESS frequent? Once every 3 weeks to a month, at around 17 minutes? And you are going to space that out further? Unsubscribe!
Hey Kevin, if you listen to what I say, that's exactly why I'm going to slow down editing for a bit....to make sure I capture all the footage I need to. I don't think you are wrong at all that there has been less action lately, and that is what I'm working to change! If you want to unsubscribe, it's up to you....but I'll just say I've kinda felt the same recently and been frustrated I've been missing shots of things happening because I've been tied up editing and can't be two places at once. And I'm taking actions to make sure that doesn't happen anymore, so the vids are up to where I'd like them to be :)
@@modustrial Hey, as long as you get it as well, that's cool by me. I get there's a lot of work into editing. But at least If you're going to make the videos more spaced out, let's see some longer ones! The interest is there man, that's why I'm subscribed. Love what you do. Stay safe! Looking forward to the next one!
@@modustrial worth the wait! take all the time you need. again we are not the ones working AND editing AND designing. you're doing great honestly keep going its your home so take it as easy as possible
You should really consider having Ethernet routed from wherever the routers gonna be to the rest of the house so that you can do real fast WiFi anywhere and can even plug a computer in through LAN for optimal speeds. Just be sure to use CAT6 cable cuz that’s a pretty big space
He will get what's coming to him soon. Look at how buff and rugged he has become since. This man is gonna get a lot of ladies. Watch and learn boys this is how it's done.
I bought a very small house (62,000 sq in on the main floor) right at the same time, last April, with everything to be renovated, only the stonewalls are still standing. And even though many friends around me made the jump, I still underestimated the amount of work. We're at about the same stage, getting into electricity, network and plumbing... But ModM here is building a huge place, so I definitely appreciate the amount of work he's putting in. I had to hire a stonemason, but drafting the plan and organising everything still takes a huge amount of time. Props to him.
Exactly! Building a future Building an income stream Building a following Building a dream! So glad to be along for the ride! It's really incredible how much your channel exploded in the last nine months or so. Congrats! Looking forward to seeing you get your gold creator award from UA-cam for one million subscribers! 🥰
As a professional video editor 1.) it's been phenomenal seeing your channel grow and this project fleshing out and 2.) make sure you selectively edit your footage as you shoot it, even if you don't plan on fully editing it until weeks or months later. I've managed a lot of long-term projects and they turn into nightmares unless you have the footage organized and trimmed to the important or valuable sections. Catalog the hell out of your footage if you aren't already. Make sure everything you shoot gets reviewed shortly after filming and put everything in a timeline to mark up. Once you get the workflow down, it should only take you like an hour or two a day to go through your footage. It saves so much time on the backend because you have a mental log of everything you've shot, plus you've reviewed all that footage and already have some rough edits in place. I have seen other editors literally give up on projects because they get sent dozens of hours of footage and nothing is organized. I'm sure you already have a system in place so don't take this as me telling you what to do. I'd just feel bad if I didn't share my experience with someone that could benefit from it. Great content as usual and I can't wait to see this building finished!
When it comes to content, I think people just want a good story. This is a good story and every video is like getting to turn to the next page. So consider this, maybe good content is the journey and not just the final product...even though UA-cam puts a lot of pressure on creators to focus on click-through rate and eye catching thumbnails. At the end of this project you could make a long form video where you summarize the whole project, start to finish. I think the instant gratification of the thumbnail combined with the longer video would satisfy the requirements of the algorithm. And I like seeing this channel grow and getting to watch you do cool things.
Thanks! I hear ya....and totally agree, story is the most important thing. Whenever people getting into UA-cam ask me for tips....I tell them story, story, story. For me, I've been slower to put videos out because I wait until I have the story that I think is compelling...often that means waiting for something to happen so a video can feel complete. I'm in awe of folks like Casey Neistat and Peter McKinnon who seem to come up with something interesting daily. I've tried, but those videos just haven't worked... I end up taking those quick bits and including them in a later video that feels like something I would want to watch, if that makes sense... oh, and I'm definitely planning a longer wrap-up video at the end! :)
@@modustrial I love your videos about the renovation. It tells a great story. Story matters so much. The youtuber Andrew Camarata tells it very good why in this interview if you haven't heard: ua-cam.com/video/XNRHIN_OIcM/v-deo.html
Yeah the main point is to make the video feel like something interesting and to have people watch it from start until the end whiteout they jumping minutes, when you started the series I didn't know your content and it appear in my recommendations because I saw videos about interesting housing and then I knew that this is interesting and had a good editing that engaged you with the different things. Really good content
We'll all be waiting, no rush we're going nowhere (digitally and actually) and I'm not disheartened just can't wait to see your videos, lots of great ideas.
Except that the jamb and sill flashing were installed with the wrong lap, any water that runs down the jamb will run behind the sill flashing.... "Just caulk it" 😂
@@sixtomidnight1492 i just commented specifically about that. The vinyl will cover the rot and water ingress point as far as esthetics, but definitely not water tight
Same here. I hopped on board so fast. There’s not enough of these types of series out here on UA-cam (that are of good quality and don’t just time lapse with no explanation) and I was coming from OfftheRanch’s Abandoned Mansion project. I’m not super into his previous projects but I love watching these videos, especially when they’re in tandem with his DIY’s. Like the concrete sink would be meh but installing it as part of this overall whole of a plan is really cool.
Honestly, it's just coordination of all the different ppl and trying to capture footage of contractors without getting in their way. The subcontractors are great, but unfortunately my Spanish and Polish are pretty awful, so there is sometimes a language barrier that makes it challenging to figure out what is happening when, so that I can be sure I'm getting the footage I want. We've started to get in a groove now tho... the guys are having fun watching the videos and as they are watching they are figuring out what things are good to film, and even starting to make suggestions about things that could be interesting. That's also part of me putting editing on back burner for a bit, so I'm just there and available to film and react whenever the good stuff goes down! 😀
@@modustrial I personally really like it if you put their names(also of their firm) if they want it. Cause it makes it look even more like a documentary and they get some recognition. Especially in these times it may be very nice for them. Obv this should all be done with their acceptance.
i'm just someone interested in design, not really a builder myself but i like to learn things and this entire series has been fascinating! we do not have drywall so much here in Europe but it's very cool to see what the 'guts' of houses look like.
Same here. Check out Perkins builder brothers, just a bunch of American contractors who just film themselves building houses while being entertaining and detailed
I'm 25, Graphic Designer from the U.K and I'm OBSESSED with watching these videos, currently paying the best part of 1.5kpm for a flat that i'm not even allowed to put posters on the wall of, but these videos have got me so excited to get my own place and doing it up in the future! Excited for more, cheers!
This channel took a left turn for the good, with no rush and a great story line the channel will continue to grown even more. I live here in Chicago and I have got to say those Mexican construction workers keep on working even in the cold and there is not stopping them.
CRAZYY how it's already been One year! I remember that first Abandoned Building video, praying you would let us join in on the journey, watched every video since and I'm so glad I did! (This series is how I found you, thank youuuuu)
Just wanted you to know that there is a woman all the way in Iraq who looks at these vids and find motivation , inspiration & passion ! My medical career has nothing to do with what you do.However, i'm learning patience , chasing dreams and the importance of trial & error . THANK YOU and i'm so glad to be on board this journey !
Ha! Hey man, it really is also the "motion of the ocean" , cuz you can have 50" 4K HD TV, but if all it plays is awful commercials and no shows.....it ain't worth that much if you get my drift? ;)~
@@kristamarie6104 LOL! here is a woman who knows her nautical pleasures and how they are made. I must agree it's not the sword ..... its the swordsman.
I love your attention to detail and editing. You bring us along for the whole journey and don't miss anything. You spend hours editing each video. You choose quality over quantity.
Watching this whole experience and transformation really made me want to do this exact thing when I'm older. Each video that comes out get me more excited to make my own workshop / house. Keep up the great work!!
Don't forget to take into account that a lot of us just like your open and upbeat personality. I have enjoyed the zeal with which you undertake all of your projects. You appear to stay positive even in the setbacks. Thanks for the videos.
I couldn't stop looking at that hanging hook and I just thought that it was at the same level as his eyes and that he could accidentally stick it in his eyes
Congrats on your good fortune, and honestly I think having one massive 30 minute video every 2-3 months is much more enjoyable than shorter ones more frequent. These really make my evening. Thanks so much for the journey so far, watching you create so much art and put so much love into it is inspiring.
See, what we all said back in March came true. This is the dream for a ton of us so seeing someone actually doing it and all the setbacks is instant gold. I am more than willing to sit back & wait if it means more content. Best of luck moving forward.
However often you can get these out is fine! It's always a treat when I see you've released a new video. One of my favorite series to watch right now. Keep it up and I'll be watching till the end :)
Looking good. I was curious why you didn't use metal studs for covering the brickwork. I was just curious because of any potential moisture coming from the wall especially if its an external wall. Glad you changed the corridor dimensions. Looking forward to the next installment. Best wishes and stay safe J.
Insulation - heat travels through metal very quickly but wood is insulative so much better for external framing. Wood can be treated to be resistant to moisture.
It has become a routine for my mom and I to watch your videos. She always gets really excited whenever one comes out. I do too, they inspire me to make new things and learn more.
honestly this channel just brings so much joy to coming home, I'm sure all of us can relate to seeing the notification and immediately watching this. Hope it turns out to be a very well suited home, We love ya man. keep up the work no matter how long it takes we'll be here!
I never watched renovation videos until I came across yours and now I'm hooked. I love your building and I love what you're doing with it and I love that you're sharing it with all of us out here on the Internet. It is a lot like a chapter a month story and we have to tune in to see the latest edition. thank you for sharing your journey with us.
you may or may not read this, but oh what the heck I want to type this to you because these videos have really been a positive light for me as it's truly exciting to watch the progress of something being built, it's like watching shows such as Grand designs, DIY:SOS, Homes Under the Hammer and so on (FYI if you are reading this I am a viewer from the good old United Kingdom/England), so to say that this hasn't inspired me I would be lying I would love to be able to buy a building similar to yours and renovate it to live in as I just love the mix of modern and old plus it would save what was once a commonly used building and bring new life into it. also I have been reading your comments and noticed a few pleasing comments and one not so pleasing, I personally respect that you will need to take extra time to capture footage and I am happy to wait for as long as it takes and appreciate you for bring us the content it fills out the day for us whether its 30 , 20 minutes or even 17 minutes who cares the content is always interesting and inspiring to see someone take a risk by leaving a well paid job and hope for the best by starting your own business as well as doing the reno to make that a reality, Thank you Mike look forward to the next video you put out.
I have high anxiety disorder this makes me calm down and relax and makes me think design and build house thanks for your ideas of how to design your house
You are a champ. I don't know how you do it. Living your life, renovating your home and work space all while filming and editing it for us and we don't pay for this content. I totally understand your need to step back a bit on the editing to concentrate on the work and filming the quality you want. I'll watch your videos whenever you upload. Happy 2021
With the amount of cat or dog hair on your sweater, are we going to have a pet reveal? Edit: Wait, I remember you showing your cat in a previous video at your old home. Maybe you can get a sponsor for a sticky roller for fur removal lmao!
Your building demo video was the first one that I had seen for your channel. Since then I have gone back and watched every video you have currently on UA-cam. I love doing home projects myself when possible and have gotten such inspiration for these videos. Keep doing what you’re doing. Great work.
I think my favorite aspect of watching this series vs. your other content is the fact that you’re constantly growing and challenging yourself. I love hearing you say, “this is my first time trying this.” Also your editing and video style in general is constantly getting better. We may have to wait a little bit for each new video but I like coming back to your page and seeing 2-3 videos to watch back to back. 😂🤷🏽♀️
It's cool to see how different the building styles are in the USA and Germany. When you build a new house here, you usually build it with a basement and the turnaround / ceilings are made of concrete. Everything in the USA is made of wood. That is why it is severely punished if you park next to a water hydrant with your car. Greetings from cold Germany 🙋🏻♂️🇩🇪
The reason I started watching your channel is because of you building your home. I’ve had the dream of doing what you’re doing. And I bet there are a lot of people like me living vicariously with you. I hope you will reconsider holding off on putting out videos.
Hey Nick! The videos will definitely be released! Just will be back ended a bit...sort of like a TV series.....will be filming a bunch up front, then editing and releasing multiple videos :)
Bro... love your content, but something I will never get enough of is watching professionals at work.. they do these things with ease that I would take at least 5 times as long for..
This would be the perfect time to put in a hidden valuables storage area somewhere. I've always liked the Idea of having a package with magnets in the vents and using another magnet to drag that package out of view of the vent entrance. You also have complete creative freedom with that storage area, I mean you could just build like a self defense weapon holder in a wall. I like the salt gun because it's non lethal and can create zones someone cannot travel through, Imagine being a thief and moving through a cloud of pepper spray, you would panic and leave.
I'm so excited to see this progress! I cant believe its been almost a year since I found you. I've cut my hours at my regular job to pursue my art and you've been a HUGE inspiration for that.
That is amazing Katie! Are you on IG? My girlfriend is an artist and just did the same thing and is way happier! (She's the one who did the octopus painting....her UA-cam is Kat Liepins Art)
So happy for you! I took a huge leap of faith in my job, and its worked out in the best ways. Please show us as much as you can, its such an interesting project, we are learning a lot from you. We will wait for when you are ready to show us. Short updates and hellos would be good too.
Really thank you for doing this. It is an inspiration to all of us who want to create something magnificent in our own houses. And since UA-cam is international I now know things that I would not learn in Czech Republic 🇨🇿.
Hola from Chile, your videos are a huge part of Covid escapism, way out of my comfort zone I just enjoy them. The way you make the content of the vlogs are just entertaining and educational. Due to earthquakes in Chile the constructions norms are way more complicates tons of steal in each room and thicker walls... Keep up, you have millions of viewers locked at home, saludos!
The first thing pops in your mind when you quit your daily job is: "WTF! What am I gonna do?" Well that's the first, then you realize you have to make effort tirelessly thinking about your plan A-Z. There's no plan A or B or Z, it is what it is because when you quit your job you knew it is right because you have passions that you want to do in your future, that's the positive thinking you need to endure. That's the goal you want to attain, to follow your passion and what you are good at. And now you did it with a HUGE SMILE! We always have to make decisions when time like this comes, that you are willing to do the hard work. If we are out in the "system" we can do anything but we need to work really hard and meticulously because TIME is very demanding.(I don't want to say TIME is our enemy/weakness) On some situation like mine thus really have to think it clearly before I quit ( I do have a 6 day job), but I can do it what ever it takes, step by step, changing my routine, changing my perspective, changing my lifestyle, right now I'm starting again to do my passion even though I have a daily job (that's my fuel for my passion). And seeing you, content after content, I think you are an inspiration to all! You change my perspective to do what I love, What I always LOVE! Hoping that you do well this year and stay safe as always.
Also...thanks for sharing your journey and your feelings in all this..the good and the bad. Renovations are always exciting but also frustrating as heck. So excited to see your spaces come to life!!
I started watching renovation videos with time lapse and your video came to me. After I watched the first I got hooked up. Its a good story and, despite the fact that take months to end, I can't stop watching, so please continue to do this. This is like a TV show, and I want to know how is it gonna end.
A word to the wise. Insulate everything you can! This is especially nice for the bedrooms and bathrooms but do all the rooms if you can afford it. Do the ceilings, walls, and under the floors if you can. We have lived in a home where we insulated everything and it was amazingly quiet and very comfortable. We now live in a home that only has the envelope insulated and you can hear absolutely everything and even though the HVAC system is better the temperature fluctuate drastically inside. Hopefully it was already in the plan but you didn't mention it so just wanted to recommend it. Thanks for all the great content!
Thanks for taking us along on this journey. Sometimes these journey's just take a while longer because of bumps in the road, but it keeps things interesting.
So glad you did put out that video then, it's been a fun journey to follow along. Don't worry too much about things being on the back burner for a little while, I think a lot of people can relate to that feeling, specially after last year! The fans will be around when you can post again, no worries~
Since March, I've been following this renovation, and honestly, I always get so excited whenever I see that you uploaded. Your videos are so amazing and informative. I was actually inspired to go on a binge of your old videos because of it. I also find your renovation videos much more interesting than other plain renovation videos because often times we don't hear the specifics of what's happening in the other ones. I have learned so much about what goes into making a house and all the steps along the way, and you seem like a really cool dude. Feel free to take your time and get things set up for you. I know that I won't mind waiting. The sheer amount of things you are doing always amazes me, and I wish you all the luck in this upcoming year.
thank you! There is enough drama in the world today, so I try not to add to it unnecessarily. I definitely share my mistakes so others can learn from them, but I think its possible to do that while also keeping it positive :) I always hope my videos can be an escape from all the drama surrounding us for 15-20 minutes -- if I accomplish that, then I feel like I'm doing my (very) little part to make the world a little bit nicer place to be in :)
I’m so glad you’re making these videos. It honestly helped me realize how badly I want to do the same thing. Something that never would’ve occurred to me before watching these videos. Thank you.
I low key get a little pumped when I see you have a new video. It really doesn't matter the timing between videos to me. I just click on it super quick when it shows up. Great content and presentation.
I think having some videos that are mostly tradespeople are fine. There's always things in a major renovation that you won't be able to do yourself and it's still good to see what those stages look like.
Honestly, anyone else getting sick of waiting 3 weeks to a month for an update on the reno, only get mostly chit-chat
and sponsor info? I mean how much actual time out of this 17 minute update was Current Reno footage? And videos LESS frequent? Once every 3 weeks to a month, at around 17 minutes? And you are going to space that out further? Unsubscribe!
Hey Kevin, if you listen to what I say, that's exactly why I'm going to slow down editing for a bit....to make sure I capture all the footage I need to. I don't think you are wrong at all that there has been less action lately, and that is what I'm working to change! If you want to unsubscribe, it's up to you....but I'll just say I've kinda felt the same recently and been frustrated I've been missing shots of things happening because I've been tied up editing and can't be two places at once. And I'm taking actions to make sure that doesn't happen anymore, so the vids are up to where I'd like them to be :)
@@modustrial Hey, as long as you get it as well, that's cool by me. I get there's a lot of work into editing. But at least If you're going to make the videos more spaced out, let's see some longer ones! The interest is there man, that's why I'm subscribed. Love what you do. Stay safe! Looking forward to the next one!
@@modustrial I appreciate the time and work you put into these videos, worth waiting for .. stay awesome man!
@@modustrial worth the wait! take all the time you need. again we are not the ones working AND editing AND designing. you're doing great honestly keep going its your home so take it as easy as possible
no just you lol
You should really consider having Ethernet routed from wherever the routers gonna be to the rest of the house so that you can do real fast WiFi anywhere and can even plug a computer in through LAN for optimal speeds. Just be sure to use CAT6 cable cuz that’s a pretty big space
I second this. It's something I'm looking to do/have done at my house in the next year or two.
CAT6A if you want it future-proofed up to 10 gigabit
I did that during the pandemic and its totally worth it
Yeah Networking your own home is a good idea, I 3rd third that.
Do it!! Before you box this in. It's such a pain after...
This man quit his job and is living out of a suitcase, while building his own house and workshop. He deserves more credit
and maybe a few gift cards? (groceries)
He will get what's coming to him soon. Look at how buff and rugged he has become since. This man is gonna get a lot of ladies. Watch and learn boys this is how it's done.
@@josetheman239 he’s married but I get the point. Also he’s living in his old house still so not all of his life is packed up
I bought a very small house (62,000 sq in on the main floor) right at the same time, last April, with everything to be renovated, only the stonewalls are still standing. And even though many friends around me made the jump, I still underestimated the amount of work. We're at about the same stage, getting into electricity, network and plumbing... But ModM here is building a huge place, so I definitely appreciate the amount of work he's putting in. I had to hire a stonemason, but drafting the plan and organising everything still takes a huge amount of time. Props to him.
@@MrGougui that sounds like a small hotel for sure
Don’t worry about your delay. It took me 25 years, and 3 kids later, to finish my 5 year renovation on my first house.
L l.
“It was the only video I ever made where I didn’t build a thing” wrong sir, you started building your new home and shared the journey!
Exactly!
Building a future
Building an income stream
Building a following
Building a dream!
So glad to be along for the ride! It's really incredible how much your channel exploded in the last nine months or so. Congrats! Looking forward to seeing you get your gold creator award from UA-cam for one million subscribers! 🥰
Will you do a total cost of the entire renovation when you finish?
he said he would a while back in one of the early videos
One meeelion dollers. *close up, pinkie to the corner of his mouth*
As a professional video editor 1.) it's been phenomenal seeing your channel grow and this project fleshing out and 2.) make sure you selectively edit your footage as you shoot it, even if you don't plan on fully editing it until weeks or months later. I've managed a lot of long-term projects and they turn into nightmares unless you have the footage organized and trimmed to the important or valuable sections.
Catalog the hell out of your footage if you aren't already. Make sure everything you shoot gets reviewed shortly after filming and put everything in a timeline to mark up. Once you get the workflow down, it should only take you like an hour or two a day to go through your footage. It saves so much time on the backend because you have a mental log of everything you've shot, plus you've reviewed all that footage and already have some rough edits in place. I have seen other editors literally give up on projects because they get sent dozens of hours of footage and nothing is organized.
I'm sure you already have a system in place so don't take this as me telling you what to do. I'd just feel bad if I didn't share my experience with someone that could benefit from it.
Great content as usual and I can't wait to see this building finished!
When it comes to content, I think people just want a good story. This is a good story and every video is like getting to turn to the next page. So consider this, maybe good content is the journey and not just the final product...even though UA-cam puts a lot of pressure on creators to focus on click-through rate and eye catching thumbnails.
At the end of this project you could make a long form video where you summarize the whole project, start to finish. I think the instant gratification of the thumbnail combined with the longer video would satisfy the requirements of the algorithm. And I like seeing this channel grow and getting to watch you do cool things.
Thanks! I hear ya....and totally agree, story is the most important thing. Whenever people getting into UA-cam ask me for tips....I tell them story, story, story. For me, I've been slower to put videos out because I wait until I have the story that I think is compelling...often that means waiting for something to happen so a video can feel complete. I'm in awe of folks like Casey Neistat and Peter McKinnon who seem to come up with something interesting daily. I've tried, but those videos just haven't worked... I end up taking those quick bits and including them in a later video that feels like something I would want to watch, if that makes sense... oh, and I'm definitely planning a longer wrap-up video at the end! :)
@@modustrial I love your videos about the renovation. It tells a great story. Story matters so much. The youtuber Andrew Camarata tells it very good why in this interview if you haven't heard: ua-cam.com/video/XNRHIN_OIcM/v-deo.html
Yeah the main point is to make the video feel like something interesting and to have people watch it from start until the end whiteout they jumping minutes, when you started the series I didn't know your content and it appear in my recommendations because I saw videos about interesting housing and then I knew that this is interesting and had a good editing that engaged you with the different things. Really good content
We'll all be waiting, no rush we're going nowhere (digitally and actually) and I'm not disheartened just can't wait to see your videos, lots of great ideas.
New place name: Modustrial Manor.
I second this!
That's a good name for it
The making of the custom vinyl window trims was soo satisfying... 🥵😱
You should watch RR Buildings then, they do metal work and it looks odd when the trim stuff but then it all fits perfectly. Very satisfying.
Generally called cladding. Its made of aluminum or steel. Bent in a device called a brake.
Except that the jamb and sill flashing were installed with the wrong lap, any water that runs down the jamb will run behind the sill flashing.... "Just caulk it" 😂
@@sixtomidnight1492 i just commented specifically about that. The vinyl will cover the rot and water ingress point as far as esthetics, but definitely not water tight
I remember the first day you released that first video you popped up in my recommended. Been here since 🤪
Same here. I'm in the UK.
Same here. I hopped on board so fast. There’s not enough of these types of series out here on UA-cam (that are of good quality and don’t just time lapse with no explanation) and I was coming from OfftheRanch’s Abandoned Mansion project. I’m not super into his previous projects but I love watching these videos, especially when they’re in tandem with his DIY’s. Like the concrete sink would be meh but installing it as part of this overall whole of a plan is really cool.
Same. I was hoping it was an old video so I can binge the entire build. But when I seen it was episode 1. I’m like aye, I’m here for the long haul lol
Same
Same here and im happy it popped up :)
Other than permits and covid, what did you find was your biggest struggle of your build construction wise so far, any big challenges ahead?
Honestly, it's just coordination of all the different ppl and trying to capture footage of contractors without getting in their way. The subcontractors are great, but unfortunately my Spanish and Polish are pretty awful, so there is sometimes a language barrier that makes it challenging to figure out what is happening when, so that I can be sure I'm getting the footage I want. We've started to get in a groove now tho... the guys are having fun watching the videos and as they are watching they are figuring out what things are good to film, and even starting to make suggestions about things that could be interesting. That's also part of me putting editing on back burner for a bit, so I'm just there and available to film and react whenever the good stuff goes down! 😀
love the way this dude replies. thats what you call devotion
@@modustrial I personally really like it if you put their names(also of their firm) if they want it. Cause it makes it look even more like a documentary and they get some recognition. Especially in these times it may be very nice for them. Obv this should all be done with their acceptance.
@@modustrial sounds like you are forming your construction posse. this could be a fun development as well...
@@splittedspark1675 I really like this Idea. Imagine working in front of a camera if you havent before.
i'm just someone interested in design, not really a builder myself but i like to learn things and this entire series has been fascinating! we do not have drywall so much here in Europe but it's very cool to see what the 'guts' of houses look like.
Same here. Check out Perkins builder brothers, just a bunch of American contractors who just film themselves building houses while being entertaining and detailed
When the build is done can you Edit all the Videos together in a sort of movie? I personally would watch the entire thing from start to finish:D
I think maybe a YT playlist will be made if it isn't already
It would be awesome to see a bunch of before after montages at the end
I'm 25, Graphic Designer from the U.K and I'm OBSESSED with watching these videos, currently paying the best part of 1.5kpm for a flat that i'm not even allowed to put posters on the wall of, but these videos have got me so excited to get my own place and doing it up in the future! Excited for more, cheers!
This channel took a left turn for the good, with no rush and a great story line the channel will continue to grown even more. I live here in Chicago and I have got to say those Mexican construction workers keep on working even in the cold and there is not stopping them.
If you haven’t already, should look into soundproofing your UA-cam space.
...and your bedroom
This is definitely one of the most exciting series on UA-cam for me. Keep up the videos!
CRAZYY how it's already been One year! I remember that first Abandoned Building video, praying you would let us join in on the journey, watched every video since and I'm so glad I did!
(This series is how I found you, thank youuuuu)
Thanks Josh!
Just wanted you to know that there is a woman all the way in Iraq who looks at these vids and find motivation , inspiration & passion ! My medical career has nothing to do with what you do.However, i'm learning patience , chasing dreams and the importance of trial & error . THANK YOU and i'm so glad to be on board this journey !
Thanks Omnia! It's amazing how youtube can connect people!
I found this channel due to the abandoned building project and I'm super happy to hear you're thriving due to making these videos.
Thanks Christopher!
"Extra 6 inches always makes a big difference." - my wife
Ha! Hey man, it really is also the "motion of the ocean" , cuz you can have 50" 4K HD TV, but if all it plays is awful commercials and no shows.....it ain't worth that much if you get my drift? ;)~
@@kristamarie6104 LOL! here is a woman who knows her nautical pleasures and how they are made. I must agree it's not the sword ..... its the swordsman.
The trouble comes when she's acquiring that extra 6" from your neighbor.
@@J7C3B LOL
Ameeeeemmmm to that!
This channel is better than ninety percent the shows on HGTV. Give this man a series.
I love your attention to detail and editing. You bring us along for the whole journey and don't miss anything. You spend hours editing each video. You choose quality over quantity.
Man that background music when the crew was out there is great
Yes. You need to have some good music and if you all have similar taste it's even better. Just sets the mood
Watching this whole experience and transformation really made me want to do this exact thing when I'm older. Each video that comes out get me more excited to make my own workshop / house. Keep up the great work!!
Well, I am glad you decided to let us know the timetable we are looking at for content. Makes the wait much easier! Thanks!
Don't forget to take into account that a lot of us just like your open and upbeat personality. I have enjoyed the zeal with which you undertake all of your projects. You appear to stay positive even in the setbacks. Thanks for the videos.
I couldn't stop looking at that hanging hook and I just thought that it was at the same level as his eyes and that he could accidentally stick it in his eyes
Was it the mic?
@@5SteeleLife his mic is on his shirt collar. That looks like a zip tie
I’ll still be here however infrequent. Do like your journey.
Congrats on your good fortune, and honestly I think having one massive 30 minute video every 2-3 months is much more enjoyable than shorter ones more frequent. These really make my evening. Thanks so much for the journey so far, watching you create so much art and put so much love into it is inspiring.
The bit where he thanks his viewers - so genuine and pure
we love you man❤
Thanks Max! 🙏🙏
Woot! I'm kinda too excited about these house updates. lol...
I’ve never clicked on a notification so fast 💨...
Been waiting for a new upload !!
Enjoy your enthusiasm, joy, and storytelling about the renovation progress.
See, what we all said back in March came true. This is the dream for a ton of us so seeing someone actually doing it and all the setbacks is instant gold. I am more than willing to sit back & wait if it means more content. Best of luck moving forward.
However often you can get these out is fine! It's always a treat when I see you've released a new video. One of my favorite series to watch right now. Keep it up and I'll be watching till the end :)
Looking good. I was curious why you didn't use metal studs for covering the brickwork. I was just curious because of any potential moisture coming from the wall especially if its an external wall. Glad you changed the corridor dimensions. Looking forward to the next installment. Best wishes and stay safe J.
Insulation - heat travels through metal very quickly but wood is insulative so much better for external framing. Wood can be treated to be resistant to moisture.
It has become a routine for my mom and I to watch your videos. She always gets really excited whenever one comes out. I do too, they inspire me to make new things and learn more.
Thanks Anna! Makes my day that I could do a bit to help you spend quality time with your mom 😀
I always admire these construction workers skills. Learning the craft and then growing and opening your own business. Love to see it.
Loving this transformation my man. Keep up the great work!
honestly this channel just brings so much joy to coming home, I'm sure all of us can relate to seeing the notification and immediately watching this. Hope it turns out to be a very well suited home, We love ya man. keep up the work no matter how long it takes we'll be here!
I never watched renovation videos until I came across yours and now I'm hooked. I love your building and I love what you're doing with it and I love that you're sharing it with all of us out here on the Internet. It is a lot like a chapter a month story and we have to tune in to see the latest edition. thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Over the last two days, I have binged this entire series. It's awesome on so many levels. Thank you for sharing!
These are my favorite videos.
Thanks Stan! Very kind words 🙏
YES!!! Been waiting for this!
Watching this is like a HGTV show without all the overproduced annoyances and fake drama.
you may or may not read this, but oh what the heck I want to type this to you because these videos have really been a positive light for me as it's truly exciting to watch the progress of something being built, it's like watching shows such as Grand designs, DIY:SOS, Homes Under the Hammer and so on (FYI if you are reading this I am a viewer from the good old United Kingdom/England), so to say that this hasn't inspired me I would be lying I would love to be able to buy a building similar to yours and renovate it to live in as I just love the mix of modern and old plus it would save what was once a commonly used building and bring new life into it.
also I have been reading your comments and noticed a few pleasing comments and one not so pleasing, I personally respect that you will need to take extra time to capture footage and I am happy to wait for as long as it takes and appreciate you for bring us the content it fills out the day for us whether its 30 , 20 minutes or even 17 minutes who cares the content is always interesting and inspiring to see someone take a risk by leaving a well paid job and hope for the best by starting your own business as well as doing the reno to make that a reality, Thank you Mike look forward to the next video you put out.
finally got my fix. get all that good footage, i'll wait.
The woman in the ad before this video named her dog "Ruffus," and I watched the entire video thinking about that.
I have high anxiety disorder this makes me calm down and relax and makes me think design and build house thanks for your ideas of how to design your house
That's awesome, glad to hear!
You are a champ. I don't know how you do it. Living your life, renovating your home and work space all while filming and editing it for us and we don't pay for this content. I totally understand your need to step back a bit on the editing to concentrate on the work and filming the quality you want. I'll watch your videos whenever you upload. Happy 2021
Looking great dude!
With the amount of cat or dog hair on your sweater, are we going to have a pet reveal?
Edit: Wait, I remember you showing your cat in a previous video at your old home. Maybe you can get a sponsor for a sticky roller for fur removal lmao!
As a german carpenter this really looks like DIY :)
I love that you take your viewer's thoughts/opinions into consideration.
Of course! 😀
The long straight hallway looks like a bowling alley...
Why i watch his channel
It's interesting
Who agree????
I do! 🙋♂️😀
don't worry abt taking breaks man, we'll be here. Good content as always 👍
Your building demo video was the first one that I had seen for your channel. Since then I have gone back and watched every video you have currently on UA-cam. I love doing home projects myself when possible and have gotten such inspiration for these videos. Keep doing what you’re doing. Great work.
First time being so early that I am the first viewer
Kinda disappointed when you said you'd upload these less often, but you do what you must i guess
I hear you but got to make sure I keep the quality of videos up....and later this year it means the videos will be more frequent 😀
@@modustrial
I think my favorite aspect of watching this series vs. your other content is the fact that you’re constantly growing and challenging yourself. I love hearing you say, “this is my first time trying this.” Also your editing and video style in general is constantly getting better. We may have to wait a little bit for each new video but I like coming back to your page and seeing 2-3 videos to watch back to back. 😂🤷🏽♀️
Well we’re glad you broke your mold and became a DIY renovation vlog.
Thanks David!
Love the Reno videos. It’s actually what brought me to you. We appreciate you bringing us along.
It's cool to see how different the building styles are in the USA and Germany. When you build a new house here, you usually build it with a basement and the turnaround / ceilings are made of concrete. Everything in the USA is made of wood. That is why it is severely punished if you park next to a water hydrant with your car. Greetings from cold Germany 🙋🏻♂️🇩🇪
The reason I started watching your channel is because of you building your home. I’ve had the dream of doing what you’re doing. And I bet there are a lot of people like me living vicariously with you. I hope you will reconsider holding off on putting out videos.
Hey Nick! The videos will definitely be released! Just will be back ended a bit...sort of like a TV series.....will be filming a bunch up front, then editing and releasing multiple videos :)
Thanks for the open sharing about this journey. What a year, and you've been there for everyone watching. Cheers.
Bro... love your content, but something I will never get enough of is watching professionals at work.. they do these things with ease that I would take at least 5 times as long for..
This would be the perfect time to put in a hidden valuables storage area somewhere. I've always liked the Idea of having a package with magnets in the vents and using another magnet to drag that package out of view of the vent entrance. You also have complete creative freedom with that storage area, I mean you could just build like a self defense weapon holder in a wall. I like the salt gun because it's non lethal and can create zones someone cannot travel through, Imagine being a thief and moving through a cloud of pepper spray, you would panic and leave.
The craftsmanship that goes into each task is soo satisfying . Can’t wait to see the finished product.
I joined this channel because of the concrete and epoxy river table, and stay hooked with the building renovation.
You'll want to insulate the heck out of the penthouse, and probably need a good ceiling fan up there to push your heat back down
I'm so excited to see this progress! I cant believe its been almost a year since I found you. I've cut my hours at my regular job to pursue my art and you've been a HUGE inspiration for that.
That is amazing Katie! Are you on IG? My girlfriend is an artist and just did the same thing and is way happier! (She's the one who did the octopus painting....her UA-cam is Kat Liepins Art)
@@modustrial yes! Im @ktoart or@alleycat_books
Your excitement is contagious and is what we all needed!!! Thank you for sharing with us even if it slows you down a bit.
The first video of this project is what brought me here and now I watch all your videos
So happy for you! I took a huge leap of faith in my job, and its worked out in the best ways. Please show us as much as you can, its such an interesting project, we are learning a lot from you. We will wait for when you are ready to show us. Short updates and hellos would be good too.
I don’t mind a longer wait. I like quality over quantity.
Mike, don't worry if the videos are less frequent. We'll still be here. 👍
Really thank you for doing this. It is an inspiration to all of us who want to create something magnificent in our own houses. And since UA-cam is international I now know things that I would not learn in Czech Republic 🇨🇿.
Hola from Chile, your videos are a huge part of Covid escapism, way out of my comfort zone I just enjoy them. The way you make the content of the vlogs are just entertaining and educational. Due to earthquakes in Chile the constructions norms are way more complicates tons of steal in each room and thicker walls... Keep up, you have millions of viewers locked at home, saludos!
The first thing pops in your mind when you quit your daily job is: "WTF! What am I gonna do?" Well that's the first, then you realize you have to make effort tirelessly thinking about your plan A-Z. There's no plan A or B or Z, it is what it is because when you quit your job you knew it is right because you have passions that you want to do in your future, that's the positive thinking you need to endure. That's the goal you want to attain, to follow your passion and what you are good at. And now you did it with a HUGE SMILE! We always have to make decisions when time like this comes, that you are willing to do the hard work. If we are out in the "system" we can do anything but we need to work really hard and meticulously because TIME is very demanding.(I don't want to say TIME is our enemy/weakness) On some situation like mine thus really have to think it clearly before I quit ( I do have a 6 day job), but I can do it what ever it takes, step by step, changing my routine, changing my perspective, changing my lifestyle, right now I'm starting again to do my passion even though I have a daily job (that's my fuel for my passion). And seeing you, content after content, I think you are an inspiration to all! You change my perspective to do what I love, What I always LOVE! Hoping that you do well this year and stay safe as always.
Also...thanks for sharing your journey and your feelings in all this..the good and the bad. Renovations are always exciting but also frustrating as heck. So excited to see your spaces come to life!!
I started watching renovation videos with time lapse and your video came to me. After I watched the first I got hooked up. Its a good story and, despite the fact that take months to end, I can't stop watching, so please continue to do this.
This is like a TV show, and I want to know how is it gonna end.
A word to the wise. Insulate everything you can! This is especially nice for the bedrooms and bathrooms but do all the rooms if you can afford it. Do the ceilings, walls, and under the floors if you can. We have lived in a home where we insulated everything and it was amazingly quiet and very comfortable. We now live in a home that only has the envelope insulated and you can hear absolutely everything and even though the HVAC system is better the temperature fluctuate drastically inside. Hopefully it was already in the plan but you didn't mention it so just wanted to recommend it. Thanks for all the great content!
"Assuming they will be approved", famous last words? Looks great, looking forward to seeing the progress!
Don't feel bad about anything! Take your time and do it right. This is your house, we understand. Your videos are great and very inspiring.
Thanks Robert!
Thanks for taking us along on this journey. Sometimes these journey's just take a while longer because of bumps in the road, but it keeps things interesting.
So glad you did put out that video then, it's been a fun journey to follow along. Don't worry too much about things being on the back burner for a little while, I think a lot of people can relate to that feeling, specially after last year! The fans will be around when you can post again, no worries~
Since March, I've been following this renovation, and honestly, I always get so excited whenever I see that you uploaded. Your videos are so amazing and informative. I was actually inspired to go on a binge of your old videos because of it. I also find your renovation videos much more interesting than other plain renovation videos because often times we don't hear the specifics of what's happening in the other ones. I have learned so much about what goes into making a house and all the steps along the way, and you seem like a really cool dude. Feel free to take your time and get things set up for you. I know that I won't mind waiting. The sheer amount of things you are doing always amazes me, and I wish you all the luck in this upcoming year.
These videos are kind of like interesting episodes of a modern soap opera without the cheesy drama. The before and after pics will be epic.
thank you! There is enough drama in the world today, so I try not to add to it unnecessarily. I definitely share my mistakes so others can learn from them, but I think its possible to do that while also keeping it positive :) I always hope my videos can be an escape from all the drama surrounding us for 15-20 minutes -- if I accomplish that, then I feel like I'm doing my (very) little part to make the world a little bit nicer place to be in :)
I am loving seeing what you are doing to the building especially now the planning has come through, please keep them coming xx
Glad to know you are healthy and moving forward. Thank you for sharing. God bless.
I’m so glad you’re making these videos. It honestly helped me realize how badly I want to do the same thing. Something that never would’ve occurred to me before watching these videos. Thank you.
I low key get a little pumped when I see you have a new video. It really doesn't matter the timing between videos to me. I just click on it super quick when it shows up. Great content and presentation.
I think having some videos that are mostly tradespeople are fine. There's always things in a major renovation that you won't be able to do yourself and it's still good to see what those stages look like.
Worth the wait...just so you can get done & moved in. Will be anxiously waiting for any tidbit of an update moving forward.
Glad you decided to show the renovation. I can understand you wanting to move in, so, do what you need!
I love these old commercial warehouses that get converted n renovated to something residential.