This is brilliant. It's the perfect combination of practicality/functionality and aesthetics. The woodworking is absolutely beautiful. Just as I was thinking about how good looking and practical those leather drawer pulls are (I saw them on another of your videos also), you mentioned them. I love everything about this van conversion. You have done a phenomenal job.
Excellent work! I also appreciate the use of white, natural wood, and the color accents chosen. I also like the mention of the leather drawer pulls and reason for them. (Subscribed)
Love it and your own created business with the leather handles is kind of jaw dropping when you consider your explanation about bumping into them while in van. It's a no brainer!
Beautiful! I live in an RV….leather handles in small spaces makes lots of sense. I think I would prefer bed cushions that go width wise ….less sinking into a seam along length of the body. Not certain how you could do that though 🤔
I agree, the leather straps are the best I have seen on ANY build. I love them. The tour was very nice showing all the possibilities with limited space. Thank you for sharing your work.
You build the most functionally practical small vans I have ever seen. They are so pretty as well. When it comes time to build my van out I hope you are still doing this because your my van guy.
Great job Josh. You do things so tidy, neat and clean! Amazing craftsmanship and van conversions. I hope to be able to get you to do one for me. I’m saving up for it. I used to live in Oshkosh. 👍😎
Absolutely Beautiful. Clean lines great colors too. Your professionalism and organization is “high quality” Leather is a nice touch. Questions about calculating weight for tires, wiring installation and measuring. Do you teach? Very motivational 😃
Pretty nice! I love all the ways you were able to "hide" drawers and cubbies. I agree with the leather straps. It only takes one time to bump a shin or toe on regular drawer pulls before one wished they had the straps instead. Lol.
love the simple design of this-less is more and lets all the natural details like the leather and butcherblock stand out-calming and beautiful plus a few things i have not seen in other builds too.
Really well detailed and thought out. Excellent explanations and walk through. I'm always amazed at the number of people who opt for a kitchen space over a commode. Different preferences I suppose!
Sooo perfect, except...I'm assuming a Chamber Pot (?) since I did not see a toilet, though one would be easy to integrate. You gave me some great ideas!
I have the same water exit never had a problem until I was in Savannah Georgia. I was in the front seat minding my business and some guy walked over really close to van and almost looked under just to see where the water was coming from smh. It was only water but I guess he was super curious. If you choose this route make sure to use eco-friendly products that are biodegradable so if anybody harass you about your water leaking you will not get in trouble. It’s crazy though because you drive right down the street to the grocery store and see someone doing car washes with actual chemicals and nobody is phased about it. Safe travels y’all😉💓
Very cool cute and awesome interiors. .The bright white color makes it look more spacious. .but sir where is the toilet. .which is more important and assiantial necessity of life. .but overall thank you so much for your van tour
Wow. Beautiful! As an elderly woman, I would not be much for crawling around in a van. However, during Covid, I was yearning for a van that I could use to eat in without going outside, either by using take out, or by cooking my own food. Being able to go from the driver/passenger seats, to the back without going outside would be an essential. I also live in Manitoba, so we get very cold winters, as well as some pretty cool springs and falls. Living in a van would not work, yet it would be wonderful in the case of an emergency. Well done job!
Another beautifully converted Van. Your workman ship looks so good and the designs are practical, tidy and so lovely to see. If only you were in the uk!!
I have my NV200 now! I'm based in the UK and will mirror the layout, as well as putting the sink and tap close to the side door - my border collie will need her paws washed every so often before getting in. 😅 Wish me luck!
Thanks! Like I mention in the video visit briarwoodvans.com for info on the process and contact info. Unfortunately, I don’t have a “one price fits all” with everything being custom!
Wow, very impressive. The nicest little van build I've seen by far. You do such great work. Everything I'd so organized and clean. I absolutely love it!! Safe and happy travels to the very lucky owners.
Wow you definitely have an eye for design. The added windows seems to change the entire look ( exterior ). Beautiful clean design and functional. Amazing job!
Do you know what I love most about this? The small touches with the panel that gives you more desk space, and the sink cover that does the same. I was struggling thinking of how to make a workstation work for me, while keeping it a liveable space, but I think those simple ideas work.
Great job! Great detail! One not so minor detail: at the 1:12 mark you show a FEMALE connector for the shore power. It should have MALE pins. Power is coming in, not out. The way it shows in the video means that the extension power cable would have male conectors at the ends. With 120VAC at the end pins.
Omg! I laughed because I love this and I'm thinking of specific tweaks or applications for me. If you can accommodate then you are my builder! I was chuckling because you could get a glass of water from bed without getting up, lol. From the very first video to this one, (I'm cleaning and taking breaks to binge watch you) you already made one of my tweaks with the 7 gallon water tank, two of which I have and need in a 15th floor condo, in the event of an emergency, think no elevator or electric means no water, prep is key. I live in Honolulu. Also I love the rounded corners. Finally someone who reads my mind. 😅
Love this conversion. I noticed that the finishing on your cushions are pristine. The electrical placement makes it so easy for a novice that even I am thinking of a van conversion. Great work!
Beautifully finished, perfect balance of form and function down to the piping on the cushions ... and I have seen thousands of conversions. Lucky owner.
This is gorgeous! That electrical setup is a thing of beauty. 😍 I have been hanging out in my Ford Taurus a LOT. Trying to see if I can do something smaller than a high roof van. What I've noticed is that I'm very comfortable JUST from the driver seat alone, and that it "forces" me to do more "outdoorsy" things to "stretch" my legs. 😁 Doing something similar like this beautiful van you built would be 2 steps up from my old Taurus, yet still make my introverted self get out in the world. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work!
This van is amazingly well done and organized. Love the furniture the colors that brings lots of light and the cupboards are spacious. There is an ease about how everything has been set up for a small van like this
Josh, I bought my NV200 this week and it was delivered today. I purchased your bed plans and can’t wait to get started on my build! I’ll probably end up buying some of your drawer pulls too. If you draw up plans for your kitchen side cabinet I’ll definitely pay for those! (I’ve probably watched this video 100 times, ha ha)
Josh your van conversions in the past are superb and spot on and your design and style are your signature. This video was of particular interest as i am in process of 'doing' an nv200 as a small and easy campervan. Its a much much simpler build, however i will consider using you as inspiration as there are some cracking innovative features you have implemented. Regards Mike in County Durham UK
I agree, as a leather worker I would prefer leather pull handles. I would do some ge sign motifs on the leather though. Another alternative is hand hole pulls.
Amazing build - beauty and function all in one. Love that utility panel behind the driver seat - its a thing of beauty both in neatness and functionality.
You do beautiful work! You have me seriously considering going with a smaller van for travel! Wondering if a Porta-Potti type set up can be added to the storage box behand the passanger seat for the middle of the night calling? The electronic access design is boss!
You can purchase the collapsible portable potties that look like a leather stool when set up. I keep one in my home for off grid purposes & those emergency times when water is randomly shut off for whatever reason. Esthetic as furniture & comfortable as a toilet, or collapsible for easy storage.
The cool thing about the Nissan NV200 barn doors is that they can swing all the way open- so you could have quite a bit of privacy with that gooseneck shower between the body of the van and back door.
Nice clean build! FYI, my son made a micro camper in an Element using 8020. He skidded on some gravel on a corner and rolled it. The only thing that failed in the crash was the sash lock like you have used on the fridge. It came undone and stuff flew out of that unit. I would not use a sash lock again as a result.
Hands down best small van conversion I've seen on UA-cam!
I have to say, it's probably the prettiest build I have ever seen.
This is brilliant. It's the perfect combination of practicality/functionality and aesthetics. The woodworking is absolutely beautiful. Just as I was thinking about how good looking and practical those leather drawer pulls are (I saw them on another of your videos also), you mentioned them. I love everything about this van conversion. You have done a phenomenal job.
All your builds are superb, yet you still find a way to raise the bar with every new build. Not a wasted square inch, and everything looks amazing!
I love it! It is the neatest small van I've seen. I especially love the enclosed wire and easy access side panel
Agree with you there, I'd love to own that when I was younger.
The electrical panels job is stunning!
Yikes! As someone who spent many years in the RV industry, (albeit a long time ago), I'm really impressed. This Nissan is all I'd need and more.
Amazing build! Really made the most of the small space, great storage, design, well thought out. Nice aesthetic. Just fantastic!
Awesome
Your builds never cease to amaze me! LOVE the desk design! Gorgeous work as always. Your editing skills are even better than before as well 😊
Thanks! Wasn’t sure how the feed back would be about the desk but I’m glad you liked it!
@@Josh_Oakes hi, where are you located? I'd like to get a bid for you to do my ford transit connect.
@@Josh_Oakes Hello Mr i wandering if u do come vancouver Canada I would for you to convert one for me
You are a MASTER! This is by far the best build I've ever seen. I've watched A LOT of build vids. Great planning and great quality!! GREAT WORK!!!
Excellent work! I also appreciate the use of white, natural wood, and the color accents chosen. I also like the mention of the leather drawer pulls and reason for them. (Subscribed)
Love it and your own created business with the leather handles is kind of jaw dropping when you consider your explanation about bumping into them while in van. It's a no brainer!
This is one of the best
buildouts I've seen.
I hope your client
appreciates the quality
of your work.
Exceptional, dude.
This is one of my favourite conversions I've seen to date.
I don't leave comments often. And I watch a ton of videos. You do incredible work. I love the way your mind works on behalf of your client. Great job
Appreciate it!
Beautiful! I live in an RV….leather handles in small spaces makes lots of sense. I think I would prefer bed cushions that go width wise ….less sinking into a seam along length of the body. Not certain how you could do that though 🤔
I agree, the leather straps are the best I have seen on ANY build. I love them.
The tour was very nice showing all the possibilities with limited space.
Thank you for sharing your work.
Beautiful workmanship. I especially appreciate the leather in combination with the wood.
Очень нравится ваша работа , аккуратно и все вместительно и чистая работа умничка , молодец , самый лучший вариант.
Best one yet! Your use of space and finishing is top notch!!! Congrats an a beautiful build.
I appreciate it!
Genius! This granny would love one of these for her camping juants. Bravo!
I’m so glad you’re still at it! Your work is fastidious and beautiful.
I wish you were in Maryland. I've been watching you for a year and a half and I finally bought a van. Your work is great!
the bugnet, what a feature....never seen in other vans. How neat is the craft and the attention to detail, amazing van!!!
You build the most functionally practical small vans I have ever seen. They are so pretty as well. When it comes time to build my van out I hope you are still doing this because your my van guy.
Fantastic conversion. You have become a master of the van build for sure.
This is by far the best small van built and neatest too! You are a master of the craft.
Great job Josh. You do things so tidy, neat and clean! Amazing craftsmanship and van conversions. I hope to be able to get you to do one for me. I’m saving up for it. I used to live in Oshkosh. 👍😎
YOUR workmanship is totally professional now. Congratulations !!
Absolutely Beautiful. Clean lines great colors too. Your professionalism and organization is “high quality” Leather is a nice touch. Questions about calculating weight for tires, wiring installation and measuring. Do you teach? Very motivational 😃
One of the best small van builds i have ever watch. Everything is well thought out.
Pretty nice! I love all the ways you were able to "hide" drawers and cubbies. I agree with the leather straps. It only takes one time to bump a shin or toe on regular drawer pulls before one wished they had the straps instead. Lol.
Thanks, Josh! You actually put down the links that you promise---unlike many other youtubers... Lots of links, you rock!
Wow... amazing what you did in a small size van. Your craftsmanship is awesome!!!! Thanks for sharing. Cheers from Quebec, Canada.
love the simple design of this-less is more and lets all the natural details like the leather and butcherblock stand out-calming and beautiful plus a few things i have not seen in other builds too.
It is in the tight spots, in this case literally, that real design, craftsmanship and execution are shown and utilized to their fullest.
Beautiful cosy, clean and clever campervan, one of my favourite so far on YT.
Really well detailed and thought out. Excellent explanations and walk through. I'm always amazed at the number of people who opt for a kitchen space over a commode. Different preferences I suppose!
You have a singular talent. If ever I decide to build out a van you are who I would choose. Love the desk design. Excellent use of limited space.
Thank you! Glad the desk is taking a liking!
Sooo perfect, except...I'm assuming a Chamber Pot (?) since I did not see a toilet, though one would be easy to integrate. You gave me some great ideas!
I have the same water exit never had a problem until I was in Savannah Georgia. I was in the front seat minding my business and some guy walked over really close to van and almost looked under just to see where the water was coming from smh. It was only water but I guess he was super curious. If you choose this route make sure to use eco-friendly products that are biodegradable so if anybody harass you about your water leaking you will not get in trouble. It’s crazy though because you drive right down the street to the grocery store and see someone doing car washes with actual chemicals and nobody is phased about it. Safe travels y’all😉💓
Very cool cute and awesome interiors. .The bright white color makes it look more spacious. .but sir where is the toilet. .which is more important and assiantial necessity of life. .but overall thank you so much for your van tour
Wow. Beautiful! As an elderly woman, I would not be much for crawling around in a van. However, during Covid, I was yearning for a van that I could use to eat in without going outside, either by using take out, or by cooking my own food. Being able to go from the driver/passenger seats, to the back without going outside would be an essential. I also live in Manitoba, so we get very cold winters, as well as some pretty cool springs and falls. Living in a van would not work, yet it would be wonderful in the case of an emergency. Well done job!
Wow, that is both aesthetically and engineeringly beautiful. Phenomenal design and workmanship.
Another beautifully converted Van. Your workman ship looks so good and the designs are practical, tidy and so lovely to see. If only you were in the uk!!
Thank you!
@@Josh_Oakes nice work Josh if I may ask where are u based at?
amazing dude!!!!
The best and most efficient build I’ve seen so fsr
Again another AWESOME build by Josh.
Thank you!
Amazing. Great Work ! Beautiful and functional.
I really like the kitchen setup with water at end for easy access and all the electrical is easy access. Great design.
I’m using your build as an inspiration for my Peugeot Expert. I am especially intrigued by the setup of the bed.
Very thoughtful and ingenious design! And with aesthetic touches to boot!
This is my favorite micro conversion Josh. Lots of features I want to incorporate into my next one. Wish you were available to help
I have my NV200 now! I'm based in the UK and will mirror the layout, as well as putting the sink and tap close to the side door - my border collie will need her paws washed every so often before getting in. 😅
Wish me luck!
Love the bigger sink in this one. Your builds are absolutely gorgeous! Congrats on this new van!
Definitely a better size for the faucet, appreciate it!
Nice build no mention of the price to do it kind of one of those hurdles.. people need to know
Thanks!
Like I mention in the video visit briarwoodvans.com for info on the process and contact info. Unfortunately, I don’t have a “one price fits all” with everything being custom!
Wow, very impressive.
The nicest little van build I've seen by far.
You do such great work.
Everything I'd so organized and clean.
I absolutely love it!!
Safe and happy travels to the very lucky owners.
Wow you definitely have an eye for design. The added windows seems to change the entire look ( exterior ). Beautiful clean design and functional. Amazing job!
Do you know what I love most about this? The small touches with the panel that gives you more desk space, and the sink cover that does the same. I was struggling thinking of how to make a workstation work for me, while keeping it a liveable space, but I think those simple ideas work.
Wow a very clean build, no "too fancy" things, everything is so simple yet aesthetic.
Great job! Great detail!
One not so minor detail: at the 1:12 mark you show a FEMALE connector for the shore power.
It should have MALE pins. Power is coming in, not out. The way it shows in the video means that the extension power cable would have male conectors at the ends.
With 120VAC at the end pins.
Great and simple idea from the Desktop 👏👏👏
Awesome build out. Nicest I've seen anywhere. BRAVO 👏 job!
Best vans I've seen well done. Much experience me thinks. Newbies may not realise how much knowledge is in your builds.
Omg! I laughed because I love this and I'm thinking of specific tweaks or applications for me. If you can accommodate then you are my builder! I was chuckling because you could get a glass of water from bed without getting up, lol. From the very first video to this one, (I'm cleaning and taking breaks to binge watch you) you already made one of my tweaks with the 7 gallon water tank, two of which I have and need in a 15th floor condo, in the event of an emergency, think no elevator or electric means no water, prep is key. I live in Honolulu. Also I love the rounded corners. Finally someone who reads my mind. 😅
Love this conversion. I noticed that the finishing on your cushions are pristine. The electrical placement makes it so easy for a novice that even I am thinking of a van conversion. Great work!
Appreciate it! Wish I could take credit for the cushion but I didn’t make them. However, they did turn out amazing!
Sehr schön und sauber verarbeitet. Da steckt viel Liebe im Detail.
Beautifully finished, perfect balance of form and function down to the piping on the cushions ...
and I have seen thousands of conversions.
Lucky owner.
This is gorgeous! That electrical setup is a thing of beauty. 😍 I have been hanging out in my Ford Taurus a LOT. Trying to see if I can do something smaller than a high roof van. What I've noticed is that I'm very comfortable JUST from the driver seat alone, and that it "forces" me to do more "outdoorsy" things to "stretch" my legs. 😁 Doing something similar like this beautiful van you built would be 2 steps up from my old Taurus, yet still make my introverted self get out in the world. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work!
This van is amazingly well done and organized. Love the furniture the colors that brings lots of light and the cupboards are spacious. There is an ease about how everything has been set up for a small van like this
Josh, I bought my NV200 this week and it was delivered today. I purchased your bed plans and can’t wait to get started on my build! I’ll probably end up buying some of your drawer pulls too. If you draw up plans for your kitchen side cabinet I’ll definitely pay for those!
(I’ve probably watched this video 100 times, ha ha)
I think you just bested yourself with this van.Sharp and clean and so attractive
Absolute mint conversion pal 👍. The quality shines 5hrough. Well done 👌
Great job. Just needed a portable compost toilet. Loved the side door panel of controls and hiding the wires.
Josh your van conversions in the past are superb and spot on and your design and style are your signature. This video was
of particular interest as i am in process of 'doing' an nv200 as a small and easy campervan. Its a much much simpler build,
however i will consider using you as inspiration as there are some cracking innovative features you have implemented.
Regards Mike in County Durham UK
Appreciate it Mike!
That flip down electrical panel is very nice.
Putting the electronics in the for is genius!! Very pretty van! 😊🇨🇦
Love your attention to detail so nice to have you here in Wisconsin.
I absolutely LOVE this build.
Loved the creativity of the desk option and the leather straps!
This is the best and gorgeous micro camper I’ve seen so far! Amazing job and combinations
You are my favorite van customizer!
Excellent build, looks amazing :)
Edit: The electronics part looks amazing!!
Thank you! Took a little while but glad it didn't go unnoticed!
@@Josh_Oakes innovative with the desk drawer conversion you must have a really good mind because you very innovative and clever
I agree. Just wanted to know if you need to replace a fuse in the rain would it be okay to open the door?
I think the leather handles is a really great idea! The van is beautiful.
I agree, as a leather worker I would prefer leather pull handles. I would do some ge sign motifs on the leather though.
Another alternative is hand hole pulls.
Absolutely amazing build. Perfection! 10/10.
Beautiful! Loved the little desktop & the under cabinet lighting.
All great but why not do the swivel front seat?
Wow. This is such a well planned build. Thank you for sharing it with us!
Amazing build - beauty and function all in one. Love that utility panel behind the driver seat - its a thing of beauty both in neatness and functionality.
You do beautiful work! You have me seriously considering going with a smaller van for travel! Wondering if a Porta-Potti type set up can be added to the storage box behand the passanger seat for the middle of the night calling? The electronic access design is boss!
I was thinking that as well!
i would definitely need one as well. however, i believe that storage box becomes part of the bed, so i'm not sure that would work well...
Probably could, my camper has one at the end of the bed/bench, pulls out in front of the door.
You can purchase the collapsible portable potties that look like a leather stool when set up. I keep one in my home for off grid purposes & those emergency times when water is randomly shut off for whatever reason. Esthetic as furniture & comfortable as a toilet, or collapsible for easy storage.
where's d toilet
Awesome build! Did I miss the cassette toilet?
Thanks! No toilet in this one, wasn’t requested by the owner.
Ooooh. That electric set up is pretty. I love me some cable management and organising.
Constantly Improving the Quality. Great Inspiration.
Also the video itself is great too!! Straight to the point, clear and concise! I appreciate that a lot!!!
Best build I have ever seen! LOVE IT
The cool thing about the Nissan NV200 barn doors is that they can swing all the way open- so you could have quite a bit of privacy with that gooseneck shower between the body of the van and back door.
Very true!
Or you put a shower curtain across the back doors using magnets.
Best van conversion I've seen yet!
Nice clean build!
FYI, my son made a micro camper in an Element using 8020. He skidded on some gravel on a corner and rolled it. The only thing that failed in the crash was the sash lock like you have used on the fridge. It came undone and stuff flew out of that unit. I would not use a sash lock again as a result.
Great build for such a small vehicle.
Amazing, detailed, simple and practical job you have done here!
Thanks for sharing!