Hi everyone! Thank you for all your kind comments and support! It means a lot! I have gotten questions about what we are up to now, and what happened to the van. Well, first we went on a few great trips ( Switzerland, France, Spain, Italy, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia) and then we sold it. But only because I wanted to build a new van! I am currently (June 2024) building this new van, so if you are interested, follow me on instagram to see what I'm up to! instagram.com/nienke_borgman/ And if you want to see more of my work, visit my architecture website: www.studionb.nl
*Newly Updated Safety Suggestions; I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living. Although, I just noticed your UA-cam channel, and other similar channels, displaying van living. I just wanted to remind everyone to Aware Be of your surroundings and Alert, I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc... People need to know what up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living. I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself. Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this. I feel that you , and others UA-camrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful. I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors. I shared this with several other travelers, as I watched their UA-cam channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others. Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience. Although, you may have knowledge of this already, I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone. *Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle. You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage Do your research for the best fit for you Carry Several Extra portable phone chargers, and cables. Consider theses items: *Mini portable power charging station. I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices. *Invest in a Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell signal and reception. Consider also the purchase of a WiFi signal booster to also boost your WiFi signal. Research to see what you prefer. *Very Inportant: Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location. There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating, or camping situations. *Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders. Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone. There are some satellite SOS texting messaging, locator devices that will send messages with your phone even if there isn’t any cellular signal, or WiFi. With this device your can still text, and communicate with others in a emergency satellite transmission. Check online, for various emergency SOS products, some are small to fit in the palm of your hand. You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you. *Mini portable vehicle battery jumper charger *vehicle battery jumper cables *Vehicle Jumper cables *Keep a Fire extinguisher handy Smoke detectors and Carbon monoxide detectors can be helpful *Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly. Exterior vehicle cameras Interior vehicle cameras *Flashlights or pluggin spotlights *Portable spotlights, and lanterns Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console *A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, to communicate with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies. Use your own discretion regarding the use of any weapons. Don’t forget to bring Bear Spray Pepper spray Where is allowed If you own a drone you can use it to survey your area for animals etc. However, Please Be Safe and Beware of your Surroundings. Stay Alert, and Be Safe even when stopping at Rest stops, Truck Stops, and conducting your various tasks. Keep in often contact with your family, friends etc. Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions. Keep your vehicle gas filled Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty. Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on. Remember to keep up on routine maintenance, check your tires for wear, keep up with your fluids for your vehicle, like oil levels, washer fluid, brake fluid, antifreeze. Remember Because you are on the road riding for sometimes very long distances, and long periods of time, I would suggest investing in 2 sets of tires, and a spare, the extra set to rotate. Check the mileage ratings on your tires they all very. Conduct visual inspections of your tires often, check for damage, wearing, air pressure, etc Keep a pressure gauge to check your tires pressure and a tire pump. Keep towing, road assistance, hazard insurance to Be Safe if you ever need it for a vehicle break down. It Doesn’t cost much try to get National coverage if available, or where you will be traveling. Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors. Keep Enjoying Yourself, Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature Just..Please continue to Be Positive, Safe, and Alert.. Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All. God Bless You, and everyone Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, etc. Please Be Safe..... God Be With You... Author Advocate for Humanity, Safety Advocate Jason Sandifer, Michigan 10/06/2022, 10/02/2022 10/08/2022, 10/10/2022, 10/16/2022, 10/23/2022
The lack of a window on the wall by the bed is a bit claustrophobic. Two vent-windows in the ceiling and a window on the door, there seems to be too little daylight. But that's just my opinion or impression of the film. In fact, it may be different. Anyway, beautiful, minimalist interior. Way to go.
Honestly one of the best, if not THE BEST van builds I've seen so far. And I've seen A LOT. As an architect myself, I really enjoy how every design-choice in this van has a purpose. It's a great inspiration for my own build.
Also as an architect, I agree. Incredibly pragmatic and outcome oriented planning. I don't think I've seen a van conversion that fits so much functionality while still appearing open and roomy.
It is excellent but clearly they are using this for weekends rather than full time living which requires different functionalities. So the storage space has been sacrificed along with depth in bench tops. Also the very straight angles and lack of depth in the couch space would be an issue for me it's too much like being in a waiting room or a change room. Where do you put your clothes and shoes? You could solve some of it with slide-out-and-up bench extensions. For their purpose it's so creative and I love the adoption of hight tech and sensible solutions like the water recycling UV treatment and the use of pool paint. It meets their brief visually and functionally including to keep it simple and unrestricted but it's definitely not for full time living.
Just looked through a tonne of van tours and you have hit a high level of aesthetic here. I'd call it Scandi, and it's well done. Your sketch shows angled walls but it does not look so obvious in real life, and is very clever.
Excellent use of space while clearly meeting your needs. I love that the Murphy bed stays made and is ready when you are. Love, love, love the recirculating shower. Gorgeous aesthetic!
Wow! 💯❤️ Skilled and articulate. Highly impressed. I've started my own rough design and watched endless designs. I'm going to contact you. Thank you for sharing 🙏
BEST VAN DESIGN EVER, and I have watched loads! Once inside it looks just like a cool Scandi designed studio apartment, with not a single trace of a van. The designer has such a high level of skill that she should definitely set up a business designing, and possibly building, similar vans, as the build quality was superb too.
Yes! Hands down best conversion. There's a full shower, kitchen, bed and on top so much open space. The only van I would love to actually live in. Not to mention the beautiful minimal scandi design also maximazing the feel of open space. Brilliant work.
over many years of watching van builds and videos, it is hard to be impressed by a layout and design choises, but this is easily the best, most clever and most beautiful conversion i have ever seen. the 5° angle is genious, its incredible how spacious you make it feel. Im currently also converting a van, and will also have a murphy bed, its a shame we don't see them more often! I can only dream to have it become close to as beautiful as yours :) good travels!
No need for me to re-type this. This thing is powerful! It would be nice to see the expense list - or price sheet of everything. Totally custom it appears. Did a company do this for you, or did you build it yourself???wow!
I lived in a converted school bus in the early 1970's and have been fascinated by van/bus life ever since. After watching literally hundreds of videos of van builds, I have to say that this one is one of, if not the most, clever I have ever seen. I would love to see another video of this van, showing more of the storage, some longer, more lingering shots of everything, and more details. Beautiful work!
I also watched your time lapse video and I'm glad to see that you are receiving overwhelmingly positive comments because I think your design is groundbreaking and beautiful in its simplicity. I hope you are ignoring the ones that say "you should have put in more windows" or "I hate the Murphy bed" or "why is the kitchen in the back?" Simple answer to any of these questions is that this design works for the two of you and that is ALL that matters. Personally, if you ever offered scale drawings of this design, along with a materials list, and a diagram or two for electrical and plumbing, I'd buy them in a heartbeat. Congrats and kudos to you both for this incredible DIY build. I only wish I was half so brilliant and capable! I hope you have amazing travels in this beautiful design that is all that it needs to be and nothing more for YOU, regardless of what anyone else thinks..
The hidden magnet for the keys is amazing, probably would have tried to do something similar for the chopping board rather than Velcro but absolutely amazing and way better than I’ve seen from any of the professional conversion companies
As many people here, I loved the clever layout and detailed functionality you have. One thing I didn't see many people mention that I also thought was clever was having the motorcycle carrier on the van instead of towing it. That's really smart. Definitely should make a career out of your out of the box designs :)
I absolutely love this van build. Everything neat and precise. No flourishes of unneeded items or gadgets. Love the Murphy bed idea and that you can walk straight from the living area into the cab. I also love that it is a Fiat and I can only guess that it gets pretty good gas mileage. I drive a Fiat 500 pop and it gets fantastic gas mileage. Safe travels.
I literally have been looking at designs for a year trying to find the right one for me. I have time still before I begin my adventure and I want to get it right. Nothing I have seen was close to what I wanted but this is it! I have fallen in love with this design! Beautiful and minimal but perfectly functional!
This is the best layout hands down! Wow. It doesn't even look like a van on the inside it legitimately looks like a studio apartment. This is the design that I want for my van thanks for sharing 😊
I have seen so many designs, so many good ones too that i said wow, this is amazing.. People used space well, made good offices, dining area etc, but 90% of em gave this "you're still in a van" feeling. This is freaking amazing, this looks so nice, relaxing, has office space or dining room, and the best part, it does not feel like a van at all! Amazing!!
Why is the 'im in a van' vibe a problem? I don't get it. If you don't want to be in a van, don't be? This design is really clever, but there's so little windows. You could be in one of these pod hotels in Japan. Isn't the charm of van life about being in nature?
One of my favorite parts of your design is the wall between the driving and living areas. People don't realize how much this helps with security, heating and cooling. I would love to copy your design when and if I get the chance to convert a van. Thank you for sharing.
How does it help with security? Don't people usually break into the back anyway since that's where the valuables are? I'd think a curtain would do the same job but give you extra space + allow you to use the chairs if you put them on swivels. I'm still in the very early planning phase though, so would love to hear your thoughts :)
Your van design is so advanced and desirable that I would think we'd soon hear that you are considering making this a full-time career and starting a company to either customize or generate specific models of it. The only things I'd hope to change in basic terms are converting to solar/electric, a small microwave instead of burners, and a little bigger fridge - heaven!
Just a 5deg angle really changes things! So smart! I didn’t notice in the time lapse build video. Really beautiful. I would live to see some details on the murphy bed hinge, latch and support. Thanks for making this video.
This is by far the best van build I've ever seen. I love the clean anesthetics. The 5° wall is a game changer!! Without the motor bikes, this could be a completely stealth van, something I'm interested in. Well done!!
This is such a clever design. My list of requirements is exactly the same as yours so I am very impressed to see you have incorporated all of those features whilst retaining a light and spacious interior. I’m surprised we don’t see more roller shutter back doors as it is a great idea when you have a motorcycle carrier on the back. I hope you enjoy many adventures in your lovely van.
Roller doors are draughty & incredibly noisy (moving or stationary), plus the roll & often the frame take up more than a fair amount of valuable space.
I can't count how many times I've been absorbed watching this. There are dozens of van videos out there, but I keep coming back to yours... no doubt that is because your solutions to fitting all of your required features for van life are done - not just practically - but with flair and style. You have 'ticked my boxes' - including a murphy bed, a decent closet, comfortable seating, and a pass-through to the cab. Your attention to detail is remarkable, right from inception. Adding that angle changed the whole concept from utilitarian to elan. Everything is clean - spotlessly so - and finished carefully. It does look to me, though, that this isn't the van to live in full-time... probably not enough storage for everyday living. I hope I'm wrong! If there were one thing I would do, were I to emulate your concept, it would be to have an electric water heater, as it is smaller... that would free up more storage at the rear. And, I'd go one step further, because I'd also want to keep that bathroom... although, while I'd have the toilet where you have it located I'd store it in its own 'nook', sitting on a slide-out so that the 'wasted' area above it could be made into storage space accessible from the rear. The bathroom would still function with a decent shower stall, just a little more compact. I do hope you have many lovely years of enjoyment in it after all your hard work! Make us some videos of your adventures....
Thanks for your kind words! I did consider most of the things you're talking about but opted for other solutions in the end, because there were some down sides to those options as well. This was what worked best for us:). Also for us there is more than enough storage space (and we have travelled in it for several months is a row).
Fantastic design and layout. This is one of the most clever layouts I've seen on a Van, if not the best. You get multi use function build in without sacrificing necessities like kitchen, bathroom, storage, etc. Very nice. And your magnetic key hanger was cool. If you wanna take this design and layout to the absolute max, swap your lagoon table for a no stow away folding table as seen in the Hymer Visionventure Prototype.No lifting and carrying table around anymore.
Hey miss! I'm also an architect and a van life addict as well. I appreciate your design so much, I think it's stunning! The concept, the materials used, the office (that we desperately need every moment haha :)... congrats! Very good job :)
This is THE most well designed & executed van I've seen (& I've been researching for over 5 yrs.) Excellent job! It's stunning!!! The building of it on the angle is pure genius. BRAVO
Your van is perfect! Just gorgeous! You made a lot of good thoughtful decisions while planning this. Your van is the best I have ever seen, if I were ever to build one I would copy yours! Well done!
This is by far the best van design I've ever seen. The fact that there's open space near the entrance instead of a big kitchen cabinet sells the place. The kitchen itself is a bit tiny, namely the prep space, but the fact that you've managed to squeeze a shower and toilet, a small wardrobe all that in the back of the van is incredible. For some people it's a sacrifice of the back doors which is essential for views, but to me the smart use of the space replaces that. You could use more windows, but overall, what a great van conversion.
Wow. This is what I imagine an Ikea style van build would look like, if Ikea had a van section. The whole design is just on a completely different level compared to the American style van conversions. I just watched it a second time and oh my. This is just pure talent.
Wowzers love this!! I’m doing the car life at the moment until I get my van 🚐 and I’m soo excited I’m been wanting van life for a really long time now and watching your build is truly inspiring!! And beautiful!!
Your design is unmatched! Every design always has some inconvenient compromise. But you got everything listed gracefully without a chunky space. Bravo!!! 🎉
This is beautiful. The design is gorgeous and the flow is almost peaceful because of how it's so near and organized. You did a fantastic job on designing and building this van. This is definitely top five out of probably 300 vans I've looked over.
Someone has WON vanlife. It’s not just the layout, it’s the simplicity of construction and systems and clearly defined aesthetics. It looks not like a van but a super small apartment, which is the video I thought I signed up to watch
I frequently see claims of a unique layout but this is the first time I’ve seen a van tour that really is something I have never seen before! I love it! About the only change I’d want is an incinerator toilet so I wouldn’t have to deal with cassettes or a black tank. If I had any other suggestion it would be to attach a cushion that matches the cushion on the bench to the lid of the hamper since you use it for additional seating when you have extra guests.
Some people think that the van has to be long, but long is heavy and difficult to park and less agility. Love your work. Clever design Good appliances and fuel, fossil fuels are high density energy. And cheap. Wonderful feeling. The great outdoors is just out doors, Hahaha. You don't have to bring them indoors into your sheltered retreat. Great feelings. 😊😊😊😊😊
I agree with you. Even in houses I never understood tons of huge windows. I'd place the few windows I would have strategically where it counts. My eyes can see the views out of small windows for light and air. I can always go outside. And fewer windows save on heating and cooling and the expense of building.
Absolutely amazing, so simple yet must have taken an awful lot of planning. As a regular visitor to Nederland I’m blown away by brave modern architecture and the quality of coachbuilding seen on trucks daily. This van project combines the two. Excellent!
I've been fulltiming in Sprinter vans the last 11 years and you're incorporated several features I've used or planned for my next conversion. The most important takeaway for me was the linearity concept. I may be able to use that. Congratulations on incredible attention to detail.
WOW. I watched like a millions of trucks and vans and a lot of them are amazing and ridiculously beautiful. BUT THIS ONE. IN THE NAME OF GOD, THIS ONE !!! If I have a van someday I want it exactly that way. Thank you so so much for your hard work, your imagination for creating this master piece and thank you so much for sharing it with us. I love everything about it. Every tiny details. Everything. 🙌🏽❤️
This is by far one of the nicest van conversions I've ever seen. If you only filmed the inside, and didn't mention it was a van, I would have thought it was a nicely done up, small Japanese apartment. (I actually lived in an apartment in Japan not much bigger, and nowhere near as nice). The design and functionality of this van is just great. I'd love to have one like this to take on a road trip.
I don't know what more I can say that hasn't already been said but this is BY FAR the best conversion bus I have seen in all the HUNDREDS of videos I have seen. Well done. God bless you and grant you many years.☦☦☦
So unique and different. Looks like a small modern condo. Such clean lines and the kitchen is so different. Not sure how I like it without more windows. Thanks for sharing.
Chapeau! Da hat jemand das Thema Campervan mal wirklich NEU GEDACHT. Handwerklich / beim finish gibts noch Verbesserungspotenzial, aber das Konzept ist erfrischend neu. Von der Innovation her für mich auf einem Level mit der Hymer Vision Venture Studie. Super!
This is it! I've been looking van design alternatives on youtube for 6 months and tons of different videos and that's it. That's the one i've been looking for and only one that place kitchen backside of the van for maximum space and minimum plumbing. Less plumbing, less wiring minimal design and lot's of emtpy space for other stuff. Thank's for insprations for van build.
You are a design genius! Nicest and most practical van I have ever seen, not comparable to any van standard on the market which all look cluttered and ugly. This looks pristine! Superb job !!!
Wow, I love the way you build your van. And it looks so spacial inside through the degrees in angles. Compliments! I also ride a motorcycle and thinking of a mobile motorhome/camperbus. I'll visit your website 🙂
As a fellow architect I really like the design! I have a similar “functional wall” design for my own van, but with a fixed bed. The only thing I’m missing is some connection with the outdoors. It kinda feels like a bunker and with a window added it would feel even more spacious 😊
Nienke that is THE NICEST van by far I've seen, it has everything in bucket loads. The design is second to none. The simplicity work's as well, if I was in the market for a van this would be it. Well done Nienke you did good girl. 🥰🇬🇧🌲⛄
Brava! This is a wonderfully functional design. You have created a calming, stylish space, and it's most impressive that you didn't have to make compromises. In the timelapse video, I noted that you did say adding the side window would have an impact on stealthing, but with what looks like a tinted window and the inner curtains it is perfect. Even if someone was to get a glimpse just from the door, I don't think they would imagine a full size bed could appear! The drop down table with shoe storage is a master stroke, and I love that the removable table top is on a swivel. Wonderful work, well done.
THIS is the van design I want. I've been watching van conversion videos for years, and this is hands down the best one I've seen yet. So practical, yet aesthetically pleasing...just a huge win! Thank you for sharing!
A well thought out layout. This isn't the only area of brilliance, the design choice from colour, lighting and multi-purpose items clearly shows how you are a innovative top designer.
Great design, Congrats! Altough you have a couple of cons: water tank outside = it may freeze in winter time, not so much storage space (no trunk), wheel structure in the side of the shower (does it really bother when showering?), it is exclusivly only for 2 people (may not be that important). Everything else is brilliant. I would like your comments on these points.
Best interior van design I have seen in the last 4 years of looking. Perfect way to have an open plan layout. I also have a motorbike, so great to take that along too. Very well done - genius design
Beautiful! What I really like about this design is that you can still have place to enter from the rear door with few modification (ex: smaller kitchen). Very inspiring, I would probaby use a roller sofa-bed though. To have an extra window.
Wow...simply, WOW! By far the most brilliant van design I have ever seen. So many clever ideas and well planned use of space. You created an open feel, without compromising functionality. And the finish is next level! You have changed the game....many builders will be taking ideas from your innovation for years to come. Well done. I look forward to seeing your next creation.
Hi everyone!
Thank you for all your kind comments and support! It means a lot!
I have gotten questions about what we are up to now, and what happened to the van. Well, first we went on a few great trips ( Switzerland, France, Spain, Italy, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia) and then we sold it. But only because I wanted to build a new van!
I am currently (June 2024) building this new van, so if you are interested, follow me on instagram to see what I'm up to!
instagram.com/nienke_borgman/
And if you want to see more of my work, visit my architecture website: www.studionb.nl
WONDERFUL ALL SET OF YOUR WORK. EXCELLENT IDEAS TO USE THE SPACE AVAILABLE IN ITS TOTAL. I HAVE NO ANOTHER WORD...PERFECTION. GOOD JOB.
Beautifully designed well done.
As all the others have stated, “Well done!!!” Absolutely fabulous design.
*Newly Updated Safety Suggestions;
I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living.
Although, I just noticed your UA-cam channel, and other similar channels, displaying van living.
I just wanted to remind everyone to Aware Be of your surroundings and Alert, I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions
I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc...
People need to know what up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living.
I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself.
Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this.
I feel that you , and others UA-camrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful.
I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors.
I shared this with several other travelers, as I watched their UA-cam channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others.
Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience.
Although, you may have knowledge of this already,
I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone.
*Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle.
You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage
Do your research for the best fit for you
Carry Several Extra portable phone chargers, and cables.
Consider theses items:
*Mini portable power charging station.
I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices.
*Invest in a Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell signal and reception.
Consider also the purchase of a WiFi signal booster to also boost your WiFi signal.
Research to see what you prefer.
*Very Inportant:
Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location.
There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating, or camping situations.
*Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders.
Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone.
There are some satellite SOS texting messaging, locator devices that will send messages with your phone even if there isn’t any cellular signal, or WiFi. With this device your can still text, and communicate with others in a emergency satellite transmission.
Check online, for various emergency SOS products, some are small to fit in the palm of your hand.
You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you.
*Mini portable vehicle battery jumper charger
*vehicle battery jumper cables
*Vehicle Jumper cables
*Keep a Fire extinguisher handy
Smoke detectors and Carbon monoxide detectors can be helpful
*Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly.
Exterior vehicle cameras
Interior vehicle cameras
*Flashlights or pluggin spotlights
*Portable spotlights, and lanterns
Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console
*A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, to communicate with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies.
Use your own discretion regarding the use of any weapons.
Don’t forget to bring
Bear Spray
Pepper spray
Where is allowed
If you own a drone you can use it to survey your area for animals etc.
However, Please Be Safe and Beware of your Surroundings.
Stay Alert, and Be Safe even when stopping at Rest stops, Truck Stops, and conducting your various tasks.
Keep in often contact with your family, friends etc.
Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions.
Keep your vehicle gas filled
Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty.
Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on.
Remember to keep up on routine maintenance, check your tires for wear, keep up with your fluids for your vehicle, like oil levels, washer fluid, brake fluid, antifreeze.
Remember Because you are on the road riding for sometimes very long distances, and long periods of time, I would suggest investing in 2 sets of tires, and a spare, the extra set to rotate.
Check the mileage ratings on your tires they all very.
Conduct visual inspections of your tires often, check for damage, wearing, air pressure, etc
Keep a pressure gauge to check your tires pressure and a tire pump.
Keep towing, road assistance, hazard insurance to Be Safe if you ever need it for a vehicle break down.
It Doesn’t cost much try to get National coverage if available, or where you will be traveling.
Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors.
Keep Enjoying Yourself,
Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature
Just..Please continue to
Be Positive, Safe, and Alert..
Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All.
God Bless You, and everyone
Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, etc.
Please Be Safe.....
God Be With You...
Author Advocate for Humanity,
Safety Advocate
Jason Sandifer,
Michigan
10/06/2022,
10/02/2022
10/08/2022,
10/10/2022,
10/16/2022, 10/23/2022
Awesome, love it. Especially the space while Murphy bed is out of sight 👍🏽
It doesn't look like a van inside, it looks like a tiny studio apartment. Outstanding.
Wooow what a smart and beautiful design
true, I would add the modern studio apt
The lack of a window on the wall by the bed is a bit claustrophobic. Two vent-windows in the ceiling and a window on the door, there seems to be too little daylight. But that's just my opinion or impression of the film. In fact, it may be different. Anyway, beautiful, minimalist interior. Way to go.
@@pawegulina6932 Check video at 3:11 about daylight on the left side (sunshine).
That is a fabulous design, congratulations and thank you for sharing it!
Honestly one of the best, if not THE BEST van builds I've seen so far. And I've seen A LOT.
As an architect myself, I really enjoy how every design-choice in this van has a purpose. It's a great inspiration for my own build.
I have to agree with you she really did a wonderful job in a very tight space to feel big and beautiful . Just loved every moment of the video .
Also as an architect, I agree. Incredibly pragmatic and outcome oriented planning. I don't think I've seen a van conversion that fits so much functionality while still appearing open and roomy.
It is excellent but clearly they are using this for weekends rather than full time living which requires different functionalities. So the storage space has been sacrificed along with depth in bench tops. Also the very straight angles and lack of depth in the couch space would be an issue for me it's too much like being in a waiting room or a change room. Where do you put your clothes and shoes? You could solve some of it with slide-out-and-up bench extensions. For their purpose it's so creative and I love the adoption of hight tech and sensible solutions like the water recycling UV treatment and the use of pool paint. It meets their brief visually and functionally including to keep it simple and unrestricted but it's definitely not for full time living.
Just looked through a tonne of van tours and you have hit a high level of aesthetic here. I'd call it Scandi, and it's well done. Your sketch shows angled walls but it does not look so obvious in real life, and is very clever.
and she's also gorgeous 😍
Excellent use of space while clearly meeting your needs. I love that the Murphy bed stays made and is ready when you are. Love, love, love the recirculating shower. Gorgeous aesthetic!
This is the new standard! Nice job
Wow! 💯❤️ Skilled and articulate. Highly impressed. I've started my own rough design and watched endless designs. I'm going to contact you. Thank you for sharing 🙏
The design is one of the most intelligent van designs I've seen. The grouping by thickness to avoid a cluttered look is genius. Well done!
BEST VAN DESIGN EVER, and I have watched loads! Once inside it looks just like a cool Scandi designed studio apartment, with not a single trace of a van.
The designer has such a high level of skill that she should definitely set up a business designing, and possibly building, similar vans, as the build quality was superb too.
this could be the perfect van, absolutely gorgeous
she has...
Yes! Hands down best conversion. There's a full shower, kitchen, bed and on top so much open space. The only van I would love to actually live in. Not to mention the beautiful minimal scandi design also maximazing the feel of open space. Brilliant work.
My style!!! 🥰
over many years of watching van builds and videos, it is hard to be impressed by a layout and design choises, but this is easily the best, most clever and most beautiful conversion i have ever seen. the 5° angle is genious, its incredible how spacious you make it feel.
Im currently also converting a van, and will also have a murphy bed, its a shame we don't see them more often! I can only dream to have it become close to as beautiful as yours :) good travels!
Btw, that has to be one of the best van builds I've seen on YT so far. The murphy bed is a smart space saver. Safe travels and best wishes.
No need for me to re-type this. This thing is powerful! It would be nice to see the expense list - or price sheet of everything. Totally custom it appears. Did a company do this for you, or did you build it yourself???wow!
I lived in a converted school bus in the early 1970's and have been fascinated by van/bus life ever since. After watching literally hundreds of videos of van builds, I have to say that this one is one of, if not the most, clever I have ever seen. I would love to see another video of this van, showing more of the storage, some longer, more lingering shots of everything, and more details. Beautiful work!
I have never seen such a stylish van. Very professional architect with ergonomic design. Your van is a masterpiece. Well done!!
Finally a full bed where you can sleep lengthwise without bending your knees! And a full bathroom. Ahh this van design was pleasant af!
I also watched your time lapse video and I'm glad to see that you are receiving overwhelmingly positive comments because I think your design is groundbreaking and beautiful in its simplicity. I hope you are ignoring the ones that say "you should have put in more windows" or "I hate the Murphy bed" or "why is the kitchen in the back?" Simple answer to any of these questions is that this design works for the two of you and that is ALL that matters. Personally, if you ever offered scale drawings of this design, along with a materials list, and a diagram or two for electrical and plumbing, I'd buy them in a heartbeat. Congrats and kudos to you both for this incredible DIY build. I only wish I was half so brilliant and capable! I hope you have amazing travels in this beautiful design that is all that it needs to be and nothing more for YOU, regardless of what anyone else thinks..
I must have seen hundreds of van builds but this stands out as probably THE most clean one. Amazing concepts and execution.
The hidden magnet for the keys is amazing, probably would have tried to do something similar for the chopping board rather than Velcro but absolutely amazing and way better than I’ve seen from any of the professional conversion companies
In the past two years, I have watched and seen thousands of camper van designs. This one is the best.
As many people here, I loved the clever layout and detailed functionality you have. One thing I didn't see many people mention that I also thought was clever was having the motorcycle carrier on the van instead of towing it. That's really smart. Definitely should make a career out of your out of the box designs :)
the bike is obscuring the signal lamps though
I absolutely love this van build. Everything neat and precise. No flourishes of unneeded items or gadgets. Love the Murphy bed idea and that you can walk straight from the living area into the cab. I also love that it is a Fiat and I can only guess that it gets pretty good gas mileage. I drive a Fiat 500 pop and it gets fantastic gas mileage. Safe travels.
I literally have been looking at designs for a year trying to find the right one for me. I have time still before I begin my adventure and I want to get it right. Nothing I have seen was close to what I wanted but this is it! I have fallen in love with this design! Beautiful and minimal but perfectly functional!
This is the best layout hands down! Wow. It doesn't even look like a van on the inside it legitimately looks like a studio apartment. This is the design that I want for my van thanks for sharing 😊
It seems bigger than other vans. Pool paint for the bathroom: genius idea!
Your design is so functional but also aesthetically pleasing. One of the very best van designs I’ve ever seen. Congratulations!
Hello dear how are you doing?
I have seen so many designs, so many good ones too that i said wow, this is amazing.. People used space well, made good offices, dining area etc, but 90% of em gave this "you're still in a van" feeling. This is freaking amazing, this looks so nice, relaxing, has office space or dining room, and the best part, it does not feel like a van at all! Amazing!!
Why is the 'im in a van' vibe a problem? I don't get it. If you don't want to be in a van, don't be? This design is really clever, but there's so little windows. You could be in one of these pod hotels in Japan. Isn't the charm of van life about being in nature?
Totally agree - a studio on wheels. Gorgeous, simple and doable as your build video shows. Well done.
One of my favorite parts of your design is the wall between the driving and living areas. People don't realize how much this helps with security, heating and cooling. I would love to copy your design when and if I get the chance to convert a van. Thank you for sharing.
I agree 100%
How does it help with security? Don't people usually break into the back anyway since that's where the valuables are? I'd think a curtain would do the same job but give you extra space + allow you to use the chairs if you put them on swivels. I'm still in the very early planning phase though, so would love to hear your thoughts :)
exactly, everyone cuts it away
Your van design is so advanced and desirable that I would think we'd soon hear that you are considering making this a full-time career and starting a company to either customize or generate specific models of it. The only things I'd hope to change in basic terms are converting to solar/electric, a small microwave instead of burners, and a little bigger fridge - heaven!
Thank you for your kind words! I would actually love to make a career out of it. Maybe some day.. :)
With lots of LFP battery, don't forget the induction cooktop.
I would buy this model!
@@NBorgman Please do! Future customer here :)
My thoughts exactly on what I would like to see on subsequent van builds. Other than that ..........this van is THE van.
Looks like 5-star hotel for being among a 10000000000-star hotel. Awesome!
Just a 5deg angle really changes things! So smart! I didn’t notice in the time lapse build video. Really beautiful. I would live to see some details on the murphy bed hinge, latch and support. Thanks for making this video.
Clever girl!
This is by far the best van build I've ever seen. I love the clean anesthetics. The 5° wall is a game changer!! Without the motor bikes, this could be a completely stealth van, something I'm interested in. Well done!!
Now this is a van I’d actually do van life in
Wooooowwwww, finallyyyy! Thats what I was lookin' for as a hobby architect! GOD bless youuuuu! LOVE from Switzerland!! Ann
This is such a clever design. My list of requirements is exactly the same as yours so I am very impressed to see you have incorporated all of those features whilst retaining a light and spacious interior. I’m surprised we don’t see more roller shutter back doors as it is a great idea when you have a motorcycle carrier on the back. I hope you enjoy many adventures in your lovely van.
Roller doors are draughty & incredibly noisy (moving or stationary), plus the roll & often the frame take up more than a fair amount of valuable space.
I can't count how many times I've been absorbed watching this. There are dozens of van videos out there, but I keep coming back to yours... no doubt that is because your solutions to fitting all of your required features for van life are done - not just practically - but with flair and style. You have 'ticked my boxes' - including a murphy bed, a decent closet, comfortable seating, and a pass-through to the cab. Your attention to detail is remarkable, right from inception. Adding that angle changed the whole concept from utilitarian to elan. Everything is clean - spotlessly so - and finished carefully. It does look to me, though, that this isn't the van to live in full-time... probably not enough storage for everyday living. I hope I'm wrong!
If there were one thing I would do, were I to emulate your concept, it would be to have an electric water heater, as it is smaller... that would free up more storage at the rear. And, I'd go one step further, because I'd also want to keep that bathroom... although, while I'd have the toilet where you have it located I'd store it in its own 'nook', sitting on a slide-out so that the 'wasted' area above it could be made into storage space accessible from the rear. The bathroom would still function with a decent shower stall, just a little more compact.
I do hope you have many lovely years of enjoyment in it after all your hard work! Make us some videos of your adventures....
Thanks for your kind words! I did consider most of the things you're talking about but opted for other solutions in the end, because there were some down sides to those options as well. This was what worked best for us:). Also for us there is more than enough storage space (and we have travelled in it for several months is a row).
Fantastic design and layout. This is one of the most clever layouts I've seen on a Van, if not the best. You get multi use function build in without sacrificing necessities like kitchen, bathroom, storage, etc. Very nice. And your magnetic key hanger was cool. If you wanna take this design and layout to the absolute max, swap your lagoon table for a no stow away folding table as seen in the Hymer Visionventure Prototype.No lifting and carrying table around anymore.
Beautiful design
Beautiful outcome
Beautiful architect
Hey miss! I'm also an architect and a van life addict as well. I appreciate your design so much, I think it's stunning! The concept, the materials used, the office (that we desperately need every moment haha :)... congrats! Very good job :)
If IKEA was a van! LOL! I love the clean aesthetic. This is a very visually appealing space!
Such a clever design and everything is thought through, you can and should be proud!
This is THE most well designed & executed van I've seen (& I've been researching for over 5 yrs.) Excellent job! It's stunning!!! The building of it on the angle is pure genius. BRAVO
Your van is perfect! Just gorgeous! You made a lot of good thoughtful decisions while planning this. Your van is the best I have ever seen, if I were ever to build one I would copy yours! Well done!
This is by far the best van design I've ever seen. The fact that there's open space near the entrance instead of a big kitchen cabinet sells the place. The kitchen itself is a bit tiny, namely the prep space, but the fact that you've managed to squeeze a shower and toilet, a small wardrobe all that in the back of the van is incredible. For some people it's a sacrifice of the back doors which is essential for views, but to me the smart use of the space replaces that. You could use more windows, but overall, what a great van conversion.
As I said in the previous video, this van is really insane. I mean the same look as a small flat. Congrats.
This is the most beautiful, practical, simple and aesthetic van build. Has everything and efficiently designed.
Wow! I love all the clean lines and minimalism. Amazing van build.
Wow. This is what I imagine an Ikea style van build would look like, if Ikea had a van section. The whole design is just on a completely different level compared to the American style van conversions.
I just watched it a second time and oh my. This is just pure talent.
Wowzers love this!! I’m doing the car life at the moment until I get my van 🚐 and I’m soo excited I’m been wanting van life for a really long time now and watching your build is truly inspiring!! And beautiful!!
Clean and simple with all the things necessary for comfortable living.
The wisdom of simplicity.
The luxury of efficiency.
Your design is unmatched! Every design always has some inconvenient compromise. But you got everything listed gracefully without a chunky space. Bravo!!! 🎉
This is literally on of the best designed, best thought of, and best looking van home i've ever seen. Hats off, really great work!
This is beautiful. The design is gorgeous and the flow is almost peaceful because of how it's so near and organized. You did a fantastic job on designing and building this van. This is definitely top five out of probably 300 vans I've looked over.
el mejor proyecto de casa rodante que he visto. felicitaciones.
I’ve been watching van videos for a long time now and I can say this is one of its kind😍 this is absolutely beautiful ❤
Someone has WON vanlife. It’s not just the layout, it’s the simplicity of construction and systems and clearly defined aesthetics. It looks not like a van but a super small apartment, which is the video I thought I signed up to watch
I frequently see claims of a unique layout but this is the first time I’ve seen a van tour that really is something I have never seen before! I love it! About the only change I’d want is an incinerator toilet so I wouldn’t have to deal with cassettes or a black tank. If I had any other suggestion it would be to attach a cushion that matches the cushion on the bench to the lid of the hamper since you use it for additional seating when you have extra guests.
Some people think that the van has to be long, but long is heavy and difficult to park and less agility.
Love your work.
Clever design
Good appliances and fuel, fossil fuels are high density energy. And cheap.
Wonderful feeling.
The great outdoors is just out doors, Hahaha.
You don't have to bring them indoors into your sheltered retreat.
Great feelings. 😊😊😊😊😊
I agree with you. Even in houses I never understood tons of huge windows. I'd place the few windows I would have strategically where it counts. My eyes can see the views out of small windows for light and air. I can always go outside. And fewer windows save on heating and cooling and the expense of building.
Absolutely amazing, so simple yet must have taken an awful lot of planning. As a regular visitor to Nederland I’m blown away by brave modern architecture and the quality of coachbuilding seen on trucks daily. This van project combines the two. Excellent!
Finally, a kitchen at the back
Nienke, please do more Van Designs. Here in the USA the trend is picking up like never before. Also tiny homes are booming !!!
I've been fulltiming in Sprinter vans the last 11 years and you're incorporated several features I've used or planned for my next conversion. The most important takeaway for me was the linearity concept. I may be able to use that. Congratulations on incredible attention to detail.
Dutch design rules! Best van conversion I've seen so far. Amazing job..
That must have been so complicated and expensive to build!
It’s a rectangular box. How complicated can it really be?
I would just reinforce the back door... all of the rest it´s very simple and sofisticated, i love it! Congrats!
WOW. I watched like a millions of trucks and vans and a lot of them are amazing and ridiculously beautiful. BUT THIS ONE. IN THE NAME OF GOD, THIS ONE !!! If I have a van someday I want it exactly that way. Thank you so so much for your hard work, your imagination for creating this master piece and thank you so much for sharing it with us. I love everything about it. Every tiny details. Everything. 🙌🏽❤️
VERY nice! Well thought-out. Minimalistic with lots of style and function. Bravo. Puts so many other van builds to shame.
Wow, one of the best if not THE best van design I´ve seen so far!! Well done.
By far the best designed camper van that I have seen. The angled design is a brilliant idea.
Wow. What a clever design!! Completely different to everything I see before!! Congrats!!
I've watched a lot of van remakes lately and I think this is the best option I've seen. A completely different and fresh look at design. Good job!
This is by far one of the nicest van conversions I've ever seen. If you only filmed the inside, and didn't mention it was a van, I would have thought it was a nicely done up, small Japanese apartment. (I actually lived in an apartment in Japan not much bigger, and nowhere near as nice). The design and functionality of this van is just great. I'd love to have one like this to take on a road trip.
ive been watching a lot of van tours for years now., and this, THIS IS CLEAN. and functional. this is an easy van to live in.
I don't know what more I can say that hasn't already been said but this is BY FAR the best conversion bus I have seen in all the HUNDREDS of videos I have seen. Well done. God bless you and grant you many years.☦☦☦
So unique and different. Looks like a small modern condo. Such clean lines and the kitchen is so different. Not sure how I like it without more windows. Thanks for sharing.
Chapeau! Da hat jemand das Thema Campervan mal wirklich NEU GEDACHT. Handwerklich / beim finish gibts noch Verbesserungspotenzial, aber das Konzept ist erfrischend neu. Von der Innovation her für mich auf einem Level mit der Hymer Vision Venture Studie. Super!
Best Ive seen. Im not into van living, but it can work as a holiday camper for my hubby and me!!! Very innovative. Superbly done. Amazed. Kudos!
This is it! I've been looking van design alternatives on youtube for 6 months and tons of different videos and that's it.
That's the one i've been looking for and only one that place kitchen backside of the van for maximum space and minimum plumbing. Less plumbing, less wiring minimal design and lot's of emtpy space for other stuff. Thank's for insprations for van build.
Honestly been searching for this design ..A+ …definitely my new number 1 van
You are a design genius! Nicest and most practical van I have ever seen, not comparable to any van standard on the market which all look cluttered and ugly. This looks pristine! Superb job !!!
Wow, I love the way you build your van. And it looks so spacial inside through the degrees in angles. Compliments!
I also ride a motorcycle and thinking of a mobile motorhome/camperbus. I'll visit your website 🙂
Brilliantly done!! Your logic is flawless, and shows a great 'out of the ordinary' thinking approach. Clever! ❤
Wow I love this! So doable in a smallish van with more space to move around! WOW!!!
As a fellow architect I really like the design! I have a similar “functional wall” design for my own van, but with a fixed bed. The only thing I’m missing is some connection with the outdoors. It kinda feels like a bunker and with a window added it would feel even more spacious 😊
Very beautiful; few people ever put their kitchen in the rear, which sets your design apart. Very clean. I love it.
Nienke that is THE NICEST van by far I've seen, it has everything in bucket loads. The design is second to none. The simplicity work's as well, if I was in the market for a van this would be it. Well done Nienke you did good girl. 🥰🇬🇧🌲⛄
Brava! This is a wonderfully functional design. You have created a calming, stylish space, and it's most impressive that you didn't have to make compromises. In the timelapse video, I noted that you did say adding the side window would have an impact on stealthing, but with what looks like a tinted window and the inner curtains it is perfect. Even if someone was to get a glimpse just from the door, I don't think they would imagine a full size bed could appear! The drop down table with shoe storage is a master stroke, and I love that the removable table top is on a swivel. Wonderful work, well done.
This is the nicest van I’ve ever seen, and I’ve watched A LOT of van tours. Love it!!!
The Quality of this van is just AMAZING!
THIS is the van design I want. I've been watching van conversion videos for years, and this is hands down the best one I've seen yet. So practical, yet aesthetically pleasing...just a huge win! Thank you for sharing!
This is the most beautiful and perfectly executed van adaptation I’ve ever seen! Congratulations and enjoy!,
A well thought out layout.
This isn't the only area of brilliance, the design choice from colour, lighting and multi-purpose items clearly shows how you are a innovative top designer.
It looks futuristic. elegant, simple, modern, useful. I am very impressed with this design
Great design, Congrats! Altough you have a couple of cons: water tank outside = it may freeze in winter time, not so much storage space (no trunk), wheel structure in the side of the shower (does it really bother when showering?), it is exclusivly only for 2 people (may not be that important). Everything else is brilliant. I would like your comments on these points.
I've been watching ideas for months. I think yours is the best design
Best interior van design I have seen in the last 4 years of looking. Perfect way to have an open plan layout. I also have a motorbike, so great to take that along too. Very well done - genius design
It's rare to find an innovative design for a van and this is excellent - well done! Thanks for sharing 🙂
The design elements of this layout are flawless. Unique and genuinely appealing. Lovely setup.
Brilliant, genius, absolutely perfect. You should win an international award for this design. Thank you for sharing
Beautiful! What I really like about this design is that you can still have place to enter from the rear door with few modification (ex: smaller kitchen). Very inspiring, I would probaby use a roller sofa-bed though. To have an extra window.
This is by far the most beautiful interior for a van, I have seen so far. Thank you so much for sharing this layout
Wow!
Awesome take on the new conceptualization.
Very clean and un-claustrophobic.
Elegant design.
Wow...simply, WOW!
By far the most brilliant van design I have ever seen. So many clever ideas and well planned use of space. You created an open feel, without compromising functionality. And the finish is next level! You have changed the game....many builders will be taking ideas from your innovation for years to come.
Well done. I look forward to seeing your next creation.
Every thing I see is impressing. Is this meant as a compliment? Absolutely!