I feel like everyone who has been binging van life stuff is seriously considering living in a van including me, vans are literally so adorable and look so functional and easy + cheap.
Dont look at it with only rose tinted glasses. There are serious drawbacks that probabkly arent talked about enough. Depending on your climate, do not skimp on insulation (really dont skimp on it no matter what) and make sure it is done right. Also be prepared to slum it really hard and not look so glamorous as so many of these vanlife youtubers. I camp and bush it a lot so compared to my time in a tent on the hard ground with nothing to eat but trail mix and jerky, van life would probably be easier on someone like me than on someone who hasnt experienced that sort of thing (not saying you havent, maybe youre way more into the bush than I am, just didnt want people to go into this thinking itll be just like an apartment but mobile with amazing views all the time). Also if your van shits the bed/breaks down you gotta have somewhere to stay. Need a dependable income source still! unless youre rich
I'm looking into doing a schoolie instead of a van (old school bus converted into a home) but watching van life videos give me a lot more space saving tips, and watching schoolie/buslife videos gives me a more realistic sense of what I can actually fit into a bus.
Yeah, I dunno. You start looking at the prices and "cheap" doesn't come to mind. Even used, for a nice one you're looking at $20k . Then another $10k customizing. Yes, much cheaper than my home. But, not cheap. And if I hear one more UA-camr say "...and I got this van for just five thousand dollars ." I'm gonna LOSE IT!🤬😁😆
@@blindspotspotter.2352 i think if you build yourself, it can be done with $10,000, unfortunately though i have no idea how to build anything so i'm gonna have to spend anywhere from $50,000-$100,000
@@chantrvll I think I could do it but by the time I was finished I'd probably have lost interest in using it. Plus, I'd constantly be looking at imperfections and things I could have done better, ya know? But hey, if one of those $5k deals of a lifetime falls in my lap, I'd give it a shot!
Some prices would be great. I appreciate people sharing but I’ve seen a few videos where they mention where and how much, even if just approximate costs, really help. Thanks for what you did provide tho
Finally a van converted home that has a bathroom, electrical outlets, and WiFi! Most of the van converted homes I see only have a kitchen and a bed, you made yours really seem like home. I hope to build one of these with my friends so we don’t really need to pay dorm fee’s in university ❤️
Just to lyk don't expect your friends to be down. Most people have too much of an ego to even consider living on the road. But alas, I don't know your friends so of course, chase your dream!
Uh.. do you know how much this van build costs? It's not worth it unless you have lots of money for something that can break down often, get towed or get into accidents because of other bad drivers. There's a reason most people with vans don't have showers in their van.
This van life movement is truly an equalizer revolution. It's a big FU to landlord greed. Very empowering. And it's bringing out amazing, cutting edge ideas that involves physics, geometry, engineering, craftsmanship, design, functionality and aesthetics. Bravo!!!
@@crodr077 Van lifers buy old vans dirt cheap and renovate them - DIY on a low budget. That's the point. Principle is much like the tiny house movement. Now, this van could SELL for $120k because someone like you in the market put that value for it. So, the van lifer who made this just created a TON of dollar value for his renovated van. Win-win!
@@crodr077 Yep, and when it gets into an accident, the insurance company is only going to give you the value of a regular van. So, if you built it up like this & it's "worth" $120k, insurance is going to give you about $20k for your used van.
@@AllAboutTruth nobody in their right mind is going to spend $120k for a battered old van with nice new $400 foam insulation and and pretty add-ons......they could get a small house for that plus garden......you seem more interested in the disreputable 'flip' phenomenon than an alternative to landlord tyranny
Ian9toes 🤣😂 exactly what I was thinking, how about just get a gun, book problem solved. What the hell is an alarm gonna do? No crap, maybe if if were a house it would scare someone off but not when it comes to cars . People know an alarm will go off more than half the time if you’re going to break into a car. Guns mean less crime. Chicago strictest guns laws high crime rate, texas has good guns laws less crime. Turns out people generally don’t rob areas where the know people have guns who would thought 🤷♂️... libtards will swear up and down it’s the opposite yet every statistic proves my statement.
its not that bad unless u park in the middle of the damn ghetto....i travel alot as well and most of the time i sleep at wamart parking lot rest areas or in or around national parks and forests...
Most of the time van life is totally safe! The security features are more for monitoring JUST in case some one breaks in while we're away. It's also primarily there so we can keep an eye on the dog via the camera and thermometer. We actually just made a video about safety in a van that should be up in the next couple of weeks. :)
@(ChildrenOfBlueMoon) "nothing especially secure" the first thing they show is simply safe and their glass break sensor, two things many people dont even have in their houses, but yeah no guns will make this better...
Mahogony's Lifestyle! Clearly. I know what I said and I know the meaning behind why I said it. Never did I say that this lifestyle was ideal living there for the rest of your life. Its just a good idea for people who want to travel without the hassle for paying for unnecessary things.
Ugh I just want this so bad, I’m just thinking of my life in this van. I’m one person so I could have so much extra space with half of that desk for more clothes and shoes (my guilty pleasures😭) and if I took the passenger seat out! Ugh I love the build
Heaven Green I wouldn’t recommend taking the passenger seat out - but do what these people did and get a swivel seat! It’s illegal in most countries to a) not wear a seatbelt and b) be in the back of the van fullstop. If you’re travelling with friends or are in a relationship it’s absolutely worth having for the sake of comfort and legality...
Honestly... if you collect more than 3-4 pairs of shoes (sneakers, boots, dressy shoes, and sandals), then the limited space of Van life probably is not for you. No offense, I mean I can’t fit all my stuff in a large van (Video games, too many clothes, tons of headphones I review) either, it’s just that with the limited space of a Van you can’t really collect anything. Only stuff you bring INTO a van once you’re set up is restocking food & replacing parts.
A single mountain biker made a home from a van and it wash less polished but built better imo I forget the vid tho he also spent $30 or something so much less then this
Well you guys may have sold me on VanLife. Initially, there was no way. I have always wanted an airstream, that was it for me. But, this video really has me thinking. I’m a traveling PTA (like a travel nurse) for the past 5 yrs and I have started thinking about tiny home living (especially since I have sold everything and am down to what fits in my civic, with my 90lb dog and a small storage unit that holds military & non-replaceable memories. My house is under a property management company for renting. So basically I am a gypsy who rents Airbnb’s and hotels every 3 months. A van could make things easier because I could sleep in the parking lot at my job, as long as I can tow my civic behind the van....or with the money I save, I can ship my car or the van. Your van has me really thinking, as I step into 2 yrs of traveling in California.
Hi Sara & Cris. I really just love this van! You both have done a fantastic job. Back in 1977, I lived in my converted van that we did ourselves, on Maui, right on the beach for 7 amazing months. (You can't do that any more!) Van life is very addicting & I loved every day of my life back then. I'm beyond impressed to see how decked out a van can really be today & this lifestyle is something that I can't stop thinking of. I'm still proud of the simple job we had done way back then, as it met all of our needs. When finding a place to sleep at night became impossible, I continued to live off of the grid for 2 more years in a small home. I know that I could easily convert back to life with out power, once again, if needed in today's life. I'm thrilled to see how stunningly beautiful one can live off the grind in 2020. Really just WOW, great job to both of you!!! I also really appreciate all of the links that you have included below. Thank you for such a lovely video. My best wishes to you both. I promise that when this does come to an end, you will never forget this great time in your life. God Bless you both.
This is one of the if not _the_ most impressive converted van I've seen - includes everything I'm looking for (workstation, kitchen, bathroom _with _*_shower_* ) and it still looks somewhat roomy. Oh and there's a lovely pet! Amazing work, and love the video presentation too! Would've loved to see the garage in the same video though! _(Also quick feedback - focus more on what Sara mentions than on herself - Some bits of the editing do show some of the stuff but most of the time she's describing something and the camera is right at her)_
Hey guys! I just wanna say I've been watching a bunch of van life videos in the past few days and this is definitely the most impressive and advanced one I've seen
Likewise. So I started by drawing it on paper. Typing a list of specs on my Google Docs. Telling friends and praying. Watching more of these vids and taking notes on that Google Docs file with my ideal specs on it. They are my ideal specs as if I had unlimited funds instead of no funds at all. When you do it that way you can always go cheaper when you're actually doing it, like when your supermarket run is more expensive than the money you brought and you have to decide which items to put back. The ideal specs list is the ideal starting point and if you have to cut it down to a lower budget (likely) you can cross off whatever you were able to do and the rest of it becomes your wish list. You can make upgrades when you come into more money. That's what I'm planning to do. have no idea how, but I'm going to do this. Say that to yourselves in a confident tone even if you have to fake it at first and see what happens!
Imagine spending 80k on a van and still have to pay gas and insurance! Awesome van but im to broke for that, ill lay in my single bed and enjoy the money i save to travel to festivals.
@@stimulatemyexistence5669 Some people have higher aspirations. The money will be no issue for me. Don't say you can't afford it. Ask yourself HOW you can afford it.
Finding a quiet legal place to park is far more challenging than people realize. Traffic. Street sweepers. Early morning gardeners. Kids on skateboards. Cops knocking. The list goes on and on...
Every van build I've ever seen seemed small, crowded and lacked obvious features, but THIS IS AMAZING. I particularly love that you have a real workspace. Very well done!!
This is by far the coolest van conversion I have seen. I love that you were able to bring your computers with you, bolting them down the way you did was a really great idea.
Absolutely top notch home on wheels! Brilliantly laid out, beautifully clean, everything has a place, one of my favourite vans to date. Happy traveling!
After watching so many van converted tiny mobile homes, I like yours the most . Cuz we are non negotiable with the size of bed , it has to be the king !
One of the very very few DIY vans that I think is awesome. Yours is at the top of that short list. This coming from a 17 year van life addict. Very nice！Subscribed.
Hands down the best conversion I’ve seen. Hard to believe you can fit two iMacs side by side quite comfortably. Your dog is gorgeous too 🙂 Excited to see your channel grow.
IMHO i think it's not very ergonomically at this viewing distance. The iMacs stand steals some of the depths. I would use a thin adjustable mount to install a display directly to wall to maximize the viewing distance and to watch videos from the bed. Depending of the viewing distance i would maybe also go from 27 inch down to 24 inch to reduce head movement.
I've seen van builds with 900+ ah capacity which at 300 watts would get you 15 hours run time before you deplete the battery bank down to 50% remaining charge.
I'm really diggin' the desk along with the matching counter tops. The stainless steel cupboards are a great touch. I hope your tile keeps up, the flexible grout should help a lot for that. Nice clean design with many features; fantastic! :)
Why is it architects and engineers feel the need to always find away to broadcast what they do for a living... I just don't get it. Shrug..... I guess I better get back to being a paramedic now
@@ttss5726 Well, if the subject is "van conversion", it's pertinent that an engineer or architect is planning one. IMMEDIATELY, upon reading her comment, I thought how I'd love to see her van conversion when she does one, AND I would hope the video detailed how her training and experience as an architect influenced it. Why be so petty? ANYONE who has expertise in any field that helps in van conversion is a plus to hear from. So, I also love to hear from carpenters and licensed electrician. Or automotive experts.
What a cool way to travel. I am always surprised how much of a difference it makes to place materials into vans or caravans that are normally placed in a residence. The tiles, the stainless steel cupboards and timber/veneer finishes and timber look-a-like vinyl floors give the van such a homely feel. It is beautiful. Loved the magnetic spice boxes, would make cooking easier and fun and the propane super stove looks decent- lol- it makes me want to cook up a storm now. Shower and toilet make it a really independent option for travelling as well. Finally, I have to say that the presenter is lovely, she has a great casual way to show her van home to you, just like your friend. Great van conversion. Loved it.
Best van tour I've seen in a while - but doesn't it drive you crazy that the wood cover for the stovetop flips up and covers the magnet full of knives and cooking tools????
Not really, actually. Because we don’t have a ton of counter space anyway I typically do all the prep work like cutting veggies and such on the counter section that covers the stove prior to ever turning the oven/stove on. ☺️
@@chrisandsara I do not believe you both would go so far as to every detail in your mobile home, to not prep some little things for your convenience. This is the best mobile tour I have seen that completes daily life necessities for comforts.
Those magnets work perfectly I have the same ones at-home full of knives and all sorts of dangerous stuff. They never fall off they use a very powerful magnet.
Damn, imagine doing the screens hidden under the tabletop and being deployed by a simple hinge system, similar to the cooktop but the screens would be bolted on the inside of the top. You could also hide two mac minies under the table and have an ultra stealth workstation that can turn from meal table to office table in a hearthbeat.
I like all of the safety features in this van. The safety/theft concerns that go along with van living freak me out, but you have all the bases covered!
Honestly like wtf, you guys just killed the van game. Been watching van vids for a minute and planning to do my own soon. You perfected the minute details required for comfortable, long-term and functional living. Super well done; thanks for sharing 👏👏👏
@@jgjg3848 You can shower outside with a solar/portable shower OR just use your sink for a birdbath. Truck stop showers work too, and are nicer than they sound
I’ve seen many van conversions and this is one of the VERY BEST I’ve ever seen. Not only do you have all of the creature comforts but everything is extremely well placed, designed, and beautiful! Anytime I see a van conversion with a multi burner stove with a full oven and a full shower/ actually toilet, I know this is a real deal home. In addition to that you guys have a king sized bed and an office area for maximum comfort and ease for sleeping and working. I absolutely love your stainless steel cabinets but the creme de la creme for me is an actual rear air conditioner. I tend to run hot when I sleep and so I know that would be a feature that I couldn’t live without. This is a beautiful mobile home and I can tell that you guys live very comfortable being on the go and on the road. In all honesty you both have done an excellent job and I’m quite jealous! I wish you the best! Cheers!
This has forced my to reavaluate my life choices when a van conversion is more luxurious than my house! Seriously great job guys. I hope to do something similar with my Transporter one day, even with my furniture maker partner it won't be as perfect as yours.
First van build video I haven't bailed on after the first 5 minutes of no bathroom, bad design, and no office space...Congratulations!! Beautiful conversion and hits all my must have points! enjoy!
No one is perfect, I watch them all and most are interesting. Each person has their own tastes and needs. You want a nice set up like this, then you better have plenty of money to fork up. Their design is nice but the quality of materials and other components used looks expensive.
@@silentxcure I have done 3 years of van life..thank you for inquiring..I am now looking at designs that suit what I am interested in..again thank you for your in depth insight.
Gwen Wittig completely understandable . But don’t you think bailing on van build videos make you miss out on a lot of inspiring ideas for your own van? Even if it’s not your aesthetic, or not as quality as you’d like, you can still get an idea from a build video and put your own twist on it. I’ve been watching this billionaire speak and he says that he will go to motivational seminars and 90% of them are literally the same, but if he can learn even one thing out of it each seminar, it’s worth going to. Just my opinion. To each their own
@@silentxcure I do view other builds..currently Justincredible is working on his step van, which is a radical change for him. He always has excellent designs. My point of why I don't view videos of builds that don't incorporate what I'm looking for is simple.. by and large and for the most part it is not what I am interested in. I wish to have something that is liveable and sustainable for me. Low ceilinged cargo vans, vehicles that aren't insulated, vans that have zero storage and videos of people's vans that are unkempt and slovenly, aren't worth wasting my time viewing.
I have literally watched hundreds of different van tour videos, your van ranks in my personal top 10 with one or two tiny changes, well done guys, very well thought out and as close as damn is to swearing, Perfect, I am envious :)
I like the cabinets but I think I would have gone with something of a wood print to make it feel more cabin-y. I’d want it to feel modern towards the front; like the tiling and the kitchen, but having the back look a bit rustic/homey cabin-ish. I think the cabinets would be the way to tie, blend, and separate the look and feel. Really though, you guys did an amazing job! I’m having a hard time recalling a van I’ve liked more. This is definitely in the top three, of not first (and I watch A LOT of van to camper vids).
Noah's Ark will pull up next to them first before those Spices looses any Flavor!, Don't Sweat it!! You worry too much!!! You just make sure you vote for Trump again!
Probably the first van in the history of the internet with a proper desk/computer chair set up although those chairs look like a back problem waiting to happen if you sat in them for more than an hour :) Still think something bigger like a truck is needed personally for full time living but your build is one of the most sensible Ive seen yet and Ive seen literally 100's.
Jayme Capurso hahaha. They are actually pretty comfortable. The other great thing is we can leave the chairs under the desk and stand to use the computers.
Would love to see more details on the shower. Heater, Tank size, etc. Love the layout especially the fridge location, and all the touch of modern, awesome job.
Your van is amazingly awesome I just realized people are critical no matter what so do what's best for you and safest for you and Keep On Truckin Great van up guys Jesus loves you
Start saving up now. In 5 or 6 years, you can buy a van for your first car and convert it the way you want. I think it’s awesome that you are already dreaming about it. I am 38, married, living the van life, and dreaming of my perfect van. The dream is half the fun!
The true definition of bundling home and auto insurance
Lmao..Progressive better jump on this. 🤣🤣
Lmao..Progressive better jump on this before the Gecko does..🤣🤣
LeZI0N 😂😂😂
Stolen comments are fun huh?
LeZI0N lmao
"We work full time on the road".
The dog must be an amazing driver.
You have no idea.
OMG I’m crying 😂😂😂
F**k this comment... I threw up the coffee i'm drinking on my keyboard... 😂😂😂
botsok3skelion that’s silly. Use a cup
Lol
Richest van I’ve seen some would call it a mansion of all vans
you might call it a...vansion. :D
Charles Norvell good one bob!
Hahahahhaha
Who needs to spend $1000 a month on apartments when you would save money to pay someone to customize your van :)
True
Watching this during quarantine 2020 and dreaming of van life. Anyone else? 🙂
Angela R omg yess, I’m now planning my future life on a van 😂😂
Yes same
Totally
I have been living 1 year now in my van. One trip to Portugal.
Uncle Freddy And that’s why I am only “dreaming” right now. 🙂
Wow this one actually has a shower.
I doubt you'd use it
Indigo Uchiha we do all the time! 🚿
@@indigouchiha2333 You are an odd fish.
@@AH17293 weebs in general are odd
@@indigouchiha2333 fuck u sucker if you don't like let's be us... Then DON'T COMMENT ON THIS VIDEO FOOL
This van is better than my actual home
UNLESS... they break up! 😊
Ray D Ology oh my, that’s so mean to think about 😂
@@butterbean5943 I'm sorry... It was a worst case scenario brain flash! 😁
@@raydology Grow up.
@@Noa...... your so original... Did you ever think my comment was tongue in cheek! Or is that you feel superior by judging everyone!??
I feel like everyone who has been binging van life stuff is seriously considering living in a van including me, vans are literally so adorable and look so functional and easy + cheap.
Dont look at it with only rose tinted glasses. There are serious drawbacks that probabkly arent talked about enough. Depending on your climate, do not skimp on insulation (really dont skimp on it no matter what) and make sure it is done right. Also be prepared to slum it really hard and not look so glamorous as so many of these vanlife youtubers. I camp and bush it a lot so compared to my time in a tent on the hard ground with nothing to eat but trail mix and jerky, van life would probably be easier on someone like me than on someone who hasnt experienced that sort of thing (not saying you havent, maybe youre way more into the bush than I am, just didnt want people to go into this thinking itll be just like an apartment but mobile with amazing views all the time). Also if your van shits the bed/breaks down you gotta have somewhere to stay. Need a dependable income source still! unless youre rich
I'm looking into doing a schoolie instead of a van (old school bus converted into a home) but watching van life videos give me a lot more space saving tips, and watching schoolie/buslife videos gives me a more realistic sense of what I can actually fit into a bus.
Yeah, I dunno. You start looking at the prices and "cheap" doesn't come to mind.
Even used, for a nice one you're looking at $20k . Then another $10k customizing.
Yes, much cheaper than my home. But, not cheap. And if I hear one more UA-camr say "...and I got this van for just five thousand dollars ." I'm gonna LOSE IT!🤬😁😆
@@blindspotspotter.2352 i think if you build yourself, it can be done with $10,000, unfortunately though i have no idea how to build anything so i'm gonna have to spend anywhere from $50,000-$100,000
@@chantrvll I think I could do it but by the time I was finished I'd probably have lost interest in using it. Plus, I'd constantly be looking at imperfections and things I could have done better, ya know? But hey, if one of those $5k deals of a lifetime falls in my lap, I'd give it a shot!
Your Security system is the best I’ve ever seen in van life so far.
We've all seen van builds but this so far has been my favorite layout. Very nice!!
L. Sorton hey I just seen you tell another person the same thing
Some prices would be great. I appreciate people sharing but I’ve seen a few videos where they mention where and how much, even if just approximate costs, really help. Thanks for what you did provide tho
This is perfect! patten this layout!
L. Sorton seriously finally someone appreciates technology
L. Sorton same. It looks really homey
first van i've seen that i could deal with
@Patriot Jefferson where's the toilet dummy?
Bag Em Kush in the shower
@@leonm.goldsteinhighschoolf8254 you forgot "dummy"
Fr bro it's ok it looks pro
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Finally a van converted home that has a bathroom, electrical outlets, and WiFi! Most of the van converted homes I see only have a kitchen and a bed, you made yours really seem like home. I hope to build one of these with my friends so we don’t really need to pay dorm fee’s in university ❤️
Just to lyk don't expect your friends to be down. Most people have too much of an ego to even consider living on the road. But alas, I don't know your friends so of course, chase your dream!
That's what I'm going to do for college! Then, after college, I can keep the camper so that I'm able to use it on road trips :))
I wanna do this too!
SAITAMA you could always go to a friends house once in a while to get a nice shower and sleep and everything like that :)
Uh.. do you know how much this van build costs? It's not worth it unless you have lots of money for something that can break down often, get towed or get into accidents because of other bad drivers. There's a reason most people with vans don't have showers in their van.
This van life movement is truly an equalizer revolution. It's a big FU to landlord greed. Very empowering. And it's bringing out amazing, cutting edge ideas that involves physics, geometry, engineering, craftsmanship, design, functionality and aesthetics. Bravo!!!
@@crodr077 Van lifers buy old vans dirt cheap and renovate them - DIY on a low budget. That's the point. Principle is much like the tiny house movement. Now, this van could SELL for $120k because someone like you in the market put that value for it. So, the van lifer who made this just created a TON of dollar value for his renovated van. Win-win!
@@crodr077 Yep, and when it gets into an accident, the insurance company is only going to give you the value of a regular van. So, if you built it up like this & it's "worth" $120k, insurance is going to give you about $20k for your used van.
@@AllAboutTruth so people are going to be buying and flipping vans now? ( shudders)
@@billjoe39 They have been for years.
@@AllAboutTruth nobody in their right mind is going to spend $120k for a battered old van with nice new $400 foam insulation and and pretty add-ons......they could get a small house for that plus garden......you seem more interested in the disreputable 'flip' phenomenon than an alternative to landlord tyranny
I like the security parameters you took to protect yourself never can be too careful on the road great job you have a lovely home
How does a motion detector stop someone from robbing you?
Too many electronics is bad
Ian9toes 🤣😂 exactly what I was thinking, how about just get a gun, book problem solved. What the hell is an alarm gonna do? No crap, maybe if if were a house it would scare someone off but not when it comes to cars . People know an alarm will go off more than half the time if you’re going to break into a car. Guns mean less crime. Chicago strictest guns laws high crime rate, texas has good guns laws less crime. Turns out people generally don’t rob areas where the know people have guns who would thought 🤷♂️... libtards will swear up and down it’s the opposite yet every statistic proves my statement.
Mike Rose go to jerryrigeverhthings Video about simpli Safe it’s crap
Cool
I love how secure your van is! ive always been scared about how dangerous van life can be, but this is really amazing
Lexi Cook 14:55 I see what you mean
its not that bad unless u park in the middle of the damn ghetto....i travel alot as well and most of the time i sleep at wamart parking lot rest areas or in or around national parks and forests...
Most of the time van life is totally safe! The security features are more for monitoring JUST in case some one breaks in while we're away. It's also primarily there so we can keep an eye on the dog via the camera and thermometer. We actually just made a video about safety in a van that should be up in the next couple of weeks. :)
@(ChildrenOfBlueMoon) Everyone feels comfortable with different deterrents such as guns, bear spray, etc., so we just didn't touch on that.
@(ChildrenOfBlueMoon) "nothing especially secure" the first thing they show is simply safe and their glass break sensor, two things many people dont even have in their houses, but yeah no guns will make this better...
Wow! Maybe you guys should start a business converting vans.
Perfect for all the kidnappers. No thanks.
@@indigouchiha2333 such a narrow-mind you have.
@@indigouchiha2333 ok
Ooh! I’d love to be a customer! 😊
No kidding they are missing their calling.
first I was into tiny homes but now I want a van, it's so cute and versatile
Same girl. I was really into tiny homes too and after i watched jenelle's videos, and damn this van life hits me so hard
Same
Janelle and Alfredo brought me here lol. Now i think im in love with this lifestyle 😬🤭
People only show the good side of this "lifestyle". this isn't realistic for someone who just can't afford rent
Mahogony's Lifestyle! Clearly. I know what I said and I know the meaning behind why I said it. Never did I say that this lifestyle was ideal living there for the rest of your life. Its just a good idea for people who want to travel without the hassle for paying for unnecessary things.
I KNOW RIGHT!!!!! SHCWJWBKSVSJSNS
Mahogony's Lifestyle! That’s just the main point of this lifestyle (or at least a certain period of your life) not having to pay any rent !
yes me too i want to live like this when im 18 im moving into. a van
Yes, you have proven you can get a decent bathroom in a van! Love it. 2 people and a dog, unbelievable! Great job. Thanks for posting all the links.
@Let's Be Us This is the BEST & MOST PRACTICAL conversion I've seen. I'm concerned about the knives flying off & hurting the dog or you guys tho...
Alittle shame on the living space, not much between kitchen and work desk.. Also smoke alarm behind the monitor?
Mark Patton yeah just like u can get a decent bathroom on a house boat too
You should try "just for men"
Ugh I just want this so bad, I’m just thinking of my life in this van. I’m one person so I could have so much extra space with half of that desk for more clothes and shoes (my guilty pleasures😭) and if I took the passenger seat out! Ugh I love the build
Heaven Green I wouldn’t recommend taking the passenger seat out - but do what these people did and get a swivel seat! It’s illegal in most countries to a) not wear a seatbelt and b) be in the back of the van fullstop. If you’re travelling with friends or are in a relationship it’s absolutely worth having for the sake of comfort and legality...
Just don't live in a van full time
Honestly... if you collect more than 3-4 pairs of shoes (sneakers, boots, dressy shoes, and sandals), then the limited space of Van life probably is not for you. No offense, I mean I can’t fit all my stuff in a large van (Video games, too many clothes, tons of headphones I review) either, it’s just that with the limited space of a Van you can’t really collect anything. Only stuff you bring INTO a van once you’re set up is restocking food & replacing parts.
A single mountain biker made a home from a van and it wash less polished but built better imo I forget the vid tho he also spent $30 or something so much less then this
EvShrug you can the shoes if you make the storage space for it, its about how the building and SHOES ARE IMPORTANT
your dog is like damn this is the longest walk i've ever been on
All of the vans I’ve seen have not felt like a real home but this one does.
Alexis Ash it has no couch/comfortable seating nor a real place to eat dinner. What a waste of space is a king-size bed.
Don't let me drive that van : I'd take a left turn too fast and a couple of knives would fly straight into the imacs :D
😂 I’m sure you’d just fine driving it! This thing is a tank!
McRon FPV 😂😂😂😂
you actually have to make a hard RIGHT turn to get the knives into the iMacs :))
Lol, watch the curves, we don’t want the tiles to crack... 🐶
This is some Final Destination stuff right there. Looks nice tho :)
Well you guys may have sold me on VanLife. Initially, there was no way. I have always wanted an airstream, that was it for me. But, this video really has me thinking. I’m a traveling PTA (like a travel nurse) for the past 5 yrs and I have started thinking about tiny home living (especially since I have sold everything and am down to what fits in my civic, with my 90lb dog and a small storage unit that holds military & non-replaceable memories. My house is under a property management company for renting. So basically I am a gypsy who rents Airbnb’s and hotels every 3 months.
A van could make things easier because I could sleep in the parking lot at my job, as long as I can tow my civic behind the van....or with the money I save, I can ship my car or the van.
Your van has me really thinking, as I step into 2 yrs of traveling in California.
Buy a pickup to pull an airstream, lose the civic
EnduranceTrainer
Sounds like your a SCAB Nurse. I hope not.🤯
Hi Sara & Cris. I really just love this van! You both have done a fantastic job.
Back in 1977, I lived in my converted van that we did ourselves, on Maui, right on the beach for 7 amazing months. (You can't do that any more!) Van life is very addicting & I loved every day of my life back then. I'm beyond impressed to see how decked out a van can really be today & this lifestyle is something that I can't stop thinking of. I'm still proud of the simple job we had done way back then, as it met all of our needs. When finding a place to sleep at night became impossible, I continued to live off of the grid for 2 more years in a small home. I know that I could easily convert back to life with out power, once again, if needed in today's life.
I'm thrilled to see how stunningly beautiful one can live off the grind in 2020. Really just WOW, great job to both of you!!! I also really appreciate all of the links that you have included below. Thank you for such a lovely video. My best wishes to you both. I promise that when this does come to an end, you will never forget this great time in your life. God Bless you both.
This is the most security I've seen in a van life video so far
I’m going to guess this video was sponsored by Simplisafe. 😂
This is hands down one of the best van conversion builds I've seen on UA-cam. Nicely done. That shower looks roomy!
This is one of the if not _the_ most impressive converted van I've seen - includes everything I'm looking for (workstation, kitchen, bathroom _with _*_shower_* ) and it still looks somewhat roomy. Oh and there's a lovely pet!
Amazing work, and love the video presentation too! Would've loved to see the garage in the same video though! _(Also quick feedback - focus more on what Sara mentions than on herself - Some bits of the editing do show some of the stuff but most of the time she's describing something and the camera is right at her)_
Goodluck being stealth in that behemoth tho! Damn thats a BUS
Overdramatic comment of the week goes to you
@@indigouchiha2333 im seeing that word indigo alot!
Yeah it's very well done. They thought of all the small stuff too, and it's actually a very nice comfortable decor.
EnzoTheBaker yeh they did
FINALLY. SOMEBODY WITH A REAL DESK. You give me hope
I've been researching this stuff for a year, done three conversions to date. This is an incredibly well thought out conversion. great work.
Hey guys! I just wanna say I've been watching a bunch of van life videos in the past few days and this is definitely the most impressive and advanced one I've seen
Thanks so much! That means a ton.
Me: I’m gunna do this
Also me: has no $ and no idea how to build anything
Gee! For a second I thought I sent this to myself!
Mood
DJ Wafflez me too
Likewise. So I started by drawing it on paper. Typing a list of specs on my Google Docs. Telling friends and praying. Watching more of these vids and taking notes on that Google Docs file with my ideal specs on it. They are my ideal specs as if I had unlimited funds instead of no funds at all. When you do it that way you can always go cheaper when you're actually doing it, like when your supermarket run is more expensive than the money you brought and you have to decide which items to put back. The ideal specs list is the ideal starting point and if you have to cut it down to a lower budget (likely) you can cross off whatever you were able to do and the rest of it becomes your wish list. You can make upgrades when you come into more money. That's what I'm planning to do. have no idea how, but I'm going to do this. Say that to yourselves in a confident tone even if you have to fake it at first and see what happens!
This's the first step man go to the next one!!! piece by piece it turns easy!
Anyone else still in school and dreaming of a van life after it all? Also, binging van life videos all night during quarantine?
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Sorry mom.... But if they ask me to get in there van, I would
ItzMehSydney y OMG 😂😂😂
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My favorite van conversion so far...loving the layout especially the shower.
imagine laying in your van, in your king size bed, with ur dog - watching a movie on your laptop or whatever. damn
Imagine spending 80k on a van and still have to pay gas and insurance! Awesome van but im to broke for that, ill lay in my single bed and enjoy the money i save to travel to festivals.
@@stimulatemyexistence5669 Some people have higher aspirations. The money will be no issue for me. Don't say you can't afford it. Ask yourself HOW you can afford it.
Imagine getting into a bad traffic accident in your fancy home.🙁
Sydney Kinman-Vantiger - where would you live during the month it probably would take to repair it?
Finding a quiet legal place to park is far more challenging than people realize. Traffic. Street sweepers. Early morning gardeners. Kids on skateboards. Cops knocking. The list goes on and on...
Every van build I've ever seen seemed small, crowded and lacked obvious features, but THIS IS AMAZING. I particularly love that you have a real workspace. Very well done!!
The picture the camera took of the dog is the cutest thing 😂
Finally, a setup with two computers instead of a stupid TV and bluray
This is by far the coolest van conversion I have seen. I love that you were able to bring your computers with you, bolting them down the way you did was a really great idea.
This is my favourite van, I keep coming back to this video again and again, this might be the tenth time I'm watching it.I just love it.
Absolutely top notch home on wheels! Brilliantly laid out, beautifully clean, everything has a place, one of my favourite vans to date. Happy traveling!
The best van interior I have seen. I really like the stainless steel cabinet fronts. Very sleek and clean looking.
They list everything inside their van, except for the stainless steel cabinet fronts.
I think this is the best layout for a conversion van.
After watching so many van converted tiny mobile homes, I like yours the most . Cuz we are non negotiable with the size of bed , it has to be the king !
Who else is watching a lot of videos like this 😂edit: thanks for so many likes
Elsa’s Creative World me😂
i watched one video and now my recommendations is filled with those
Minja Bitgren same! omg
Me
Minja Bitgren hahahaha
I'm in my early 20s and would never think of living in a van, but now I kind of want to. Wouldn't have to worry about home costs and invest instead.
Maybe you should try it?!
I'm 16 and I live in Australia. This is my dream! If I had a van like that I'd be in it all the time traveling. Btw your dog is so cute!😂
TheChillPerson s can I join haha my dreammm
@@maisiewarman8330 I don't know you tho.😂👌But it does look awesome!
...."time traveling" is actually a feature with this van? Goddamn this thing is awesome.
TheTwinkiefoot only when we hit 88 mph
You can come live with me in my van!
This is all so perfect. Including her outfit. The dog. The magnetic everything. This level of perfect imperfect life gives me the willies.
One of the very very few DIY vans that I think is awesome. Yours is at the top of that short list. This coming from a 17 year van life addict. Very nice！Subscribed.
Hands down the best conversion I’ve seen. Hard to believe you can fit two iMacs side by side quite comfortably.
Your dog is gorgeous too 🙂
Excited to see your channel grow.
Agreed. This is my favorite too. I would go camping a lot more if I had one :)
AdventureSportFlashlights same! Amazing conversion
I was about to say the same!! The shower position is perfect! the work desk is perfect!! I would have loved to see the garage though.
Yep u r very gorgeous ya girl ya 👯
IMHO i think it's not very ergonomically at this viewing distance. The iMacs stand steals some of the depths. I would use a thin adjustable mount to install a display directly to wall to maximize the viewing distance and to watch videos from the bed. Depending of the viewing distance i would maybe also go from 27 inch down to 24 inch to reduce head movement.
That pup there is way comfortable.
I think this is the best out of all the van vids from the UA-cam rabbit hole I’m now in
I still dont understand how do you get that much electricity
the power of the sun is amazing 😂
You dont. You won't be able to use both of those desktops very long. Even if they somehow have like a 300 watt panel.
@@Mockedarchie I know those monitors going at once might last a couple of hours max. And then it'll depend on how many batteries they have?
I've seen van builds with 900+ ah capacity which at 300 watts would get you 15 hours run time before you deplete the battery bank down to 50% remaining charge.
Thor lives here
I'm really diggin' the desk along with the matching counter tops. The stainless steel cupboards are a great touch.
I hope your tile keeps up, the flexible grout should help a lot for that.
Nice clean design with many features; fantastic! :)
The most perfect van ever! It’s exactly what I want when I’m a semi retired architect. Good luck for your adventures!
Jackie Sue thanks so much Jackie!
Why is it architects and engineers feel the need to always find away to broadcast what they do for a living...
I just don't get it. Shrug..... I guess I better get back to being a paramedic now
@@ttss5726 Well, if the subject is "van conversion", it's pertinent that an engineer or architect is planning one. IMMEDIATELY, upon reading her comment, I thought how I'd love to see her van conversion when she does one, AND I would hope the video detailed how her training and experience as an architect influenced it.
Why be so petty? ANYONE who has expertise in any field that helps in van conversion is a plus to hear from. So, I also love to hear from carpenters and licensed electrician. Or automotive experts.
@JB : Great answer! lol. Good for you!
What a cool way to travel. I am always surprised how much of a difference it makes to place materials into vans or caravans that are normally placed in a residence. The tiles, the stainless steel cupboards and timber/veneer finishes and timber look-a-like vinyl floors give the van such a homely feel. It is beautiful. Loved the magnetic spice boxes, would make cooking easier and fun and the propane super stove looks decent- lol- it makes me want to cook up a storm now. Shower and toilet make it a really independent option for travelling as well. Finally, I have to say that the presenter is lovely, she has a great casual way to show her van home to you, just like your friend. Great van conversion. Loved it.
Idk but I find these types of videos so interesting it’s better then most the things on UA-cam
ITS NAT 🤣🤣🥴🥴 I’ve been binge watching these videos!
CassieNicole frrr
ITS NAT 🥴🥴🥴 with less less $200 to my name🤷🏾♀️🤦🏾♀️🤣
Really impressive build.
I appreciate your simple, yet highly functional format combined with a clean and warm aesthetic.
Best van tour I've seen in a while - but doesn't it drive you crazy that the wood cover for the stovetop flips up and covers the magnet full of knives and cooking tools????
Not really, actually. Because we don’t have a ton of counter space anyway I typically do all the prep work like cutting veggies and such on the counter section that covers the stove prior to ever turning the oven/stove on. ☺️
@@chrisandsara I do not believe you both would go so far as to every detail in your mobile home, to not prep some little things for your convenience. This is the best mobile tour I have seen that completes daily life necessities for comforts.
Those magnets work perfectly I have the same ones at-home full of knives and all sorts of dangerous stuff. They never fall off they use a very powerful magnet.
Damn, imagine doing the screens hidden under the tabletop and being deployed by a simple hinge system, similar to the cooktop but the screens would be bolted on the inside of the top. You could also hide two mac minies under the table and have an ultra stealth workstation that can turn from meal table to office table in a hearthbeat.
I like all of the safety features in this van. The safety/theft concerns that go along with van living freak me out, but you have all the bases covered!
Honestly like wtf, you guys just killed the van game. Been watching van vids for a minute and planning to do my own soon. You perfected the minute details required for comfortable, long-term and functional living. Super well done; thanks for sharing 👏👏👏
Thanks so much, Alex! Best of luck on your own van build! 🚐
Best van conversion I’ve seen. Like literally everything I’d want How I’d want it.
Finally a van-builder who doesn’t end every sentence in singing/trailing way! Presentation very well done.
Haha, thank you!!
“We ordered it off amazon.” Ummm where does the package go?
Probably a po box
Oh woah. I never thought about that. What if you’re traveling?
amazon has designated pick up centers at certain shops, amazon warehouses, and post offices.
Heaven Green PO box
Po box?
A PROFESSIONAL quality build, dynamic layout, and....the PRESENTATION is PROFESSIONAL.
I was so curious how those people living on a van take a bath. Finally found one with a shower! And a fridge!!!!
most people get a gym membership
There are some truck stops and camping locations that offer showers. Plus most gyms offer a day pass!
@@marla49 But what happened to all those people during lockdown when all the gyms were closed? Where did they shower?
@@jgjg3848 You can shower outside with a solar/portable shower OR just use your sink for a birdbath. Truck stop showers work too, and are nicer than they sound
I’ve seen many van conversions and this is one of the VERY BEST I’ve ever seen. Not only do you have all of the creature comforts but everything is extremely well placed, designed, and beautiful! Anytime I see a van conversion with a multi burner stove with a full oven and a full shower/ actually toilet, I know this is a real deal home. In addition to that you guys have a king sized bed and an office area for maximum comfort and ease for sleeping and working. I absolutely love your stainless steel cabinets but the creme de la creme for me is an actual rear air conditioner. I tend to run hot when I sleep and so I know that would be a feature that I couldn’t live without. This is a beautiful mobile home and I can tell that you guys live very comfortable being on the go and on the road. In all honesty you both have done an excellent job and I’m quite jealous! I wish you the best! Cheers!
Nicest most practical van build i I have seen yet. Close to perfect
Wow! Love your van. Great use of space and includes a must have - bathroom with shower.
Of all the van conversions, this is the best one I’ve seen!
You guys are TRUE digital nomads, unlike those "social media entrepreneurs". Great build!
Thanks so much!
*watches tour of a van of this girl with her snake*
UA-cam recommendations :
*edit* : woah thanks for the likes ! 🤩
Its_juss_aly ! SAME
Lol same
Same lol
SAME! I ain’t mad tho.😂😂
Too
This has forced my to reavaluate my life choices when a van conversion is more luxurious than my house!
Seriously great job guys. I hope to do something similar with my Transporter one day, even with my furniture maker partner it won't be as perfect as yours.
Best layout by far. Professionally done....you guys should consider building vans like these to sell! I would buy one
This is by far the best self-converted van I have ever seen. Perfection.
The dog is definitely the star of this video
First van build video I haven't bailed on after the first 5 minutes of no bathroom, bad design, and no office space...Congratulations!! Beautiful conversion and hits all my must have points! enjoy!
No one is perfect, I watch them all and most are interesting. Each person has their own tastes and needs. You want a nice set up like this, then you better have plenty of money to fork up. Their design is nice but the quality of materials and other components used looks expensive.
then maybe van life isnt for you...i learn something from every video and get ideas from even the most basic designs.
@@silentxcure I have done 3 years of van life..thank you for inquiring..I am now looking at designs that suit what I am interested in..again thank you for your in depth insight.
Gwen Wittig completely understandable . But don’t you think bailing on van build videos make you miss out on a lot of inspiring ideas for your own van? Even if it’s not your aesthetic, or not as quality as you’d like, you can still get an idea from a build video and put your own twist on it. I’ve been watching this billionaire speak and he says that he will go to motivational seminars and 90% of them are literally the same, but if he can learn even one thing out of it each seminar, it’s worth going to. Just my opinion. To each their own
@@silentxcure I do view other builds..currently Justincredible is working on his step van, which is a radical change for him. He always has excellent designs. My point of why I don't view videos of builds that don't incorporate what I'm looking for is simple.. by and large and for the most part it is not what I am interested in. I wish to have something that is liveable and sustainable for me. Low ceilinged cargo vans, vehicles that aren't insulated, vans that have zero storage and videos of people's vans that are unkempt and slovenly, aren't worth wasting my time viewing.
Really well stacked. Well stacked. And, I love the wiring (esp the dimmer) and the finishes you guys chose. Great.
I've watched a lot of conversion videos, Your conversion is simply the VERY BEST.
Thank you!
Oh my gosh, I love your van, and you presented so well; informative without overkill on the details 💗
I dont think you want that to look like an electricians van people have been stealing them for the tools I would put up a magnetic diaper service sign
haha.
There in there all the time
My babies only wore only cloth diapers, because magnetic diapers have been linked to cancer and increased brain farts later in life.
@@birdwing98 It's for the sake of being a RUSE!😊 Btw, Ima go now to google "magnetic diapers"😕
Best idea ever.....and no one.....wants to mess with dirty diapers.
When the minimalist is high class.
Nothing about their van is minimalist lol
One of the best van conversion projects on UA-cam.
Wow that's way too kind, thank you!
THE PERFECT SETUP FOR A GRAPHIC DESIGNER ON THE ROAD.
I have literally watched hundreds of different van tour videos, your van ranks in my personal top 10 with one or two tiny changes, well done guys, very well thought out and as close as damn is to swearing, Perfect, I am envious :)
This is one of the best layouts that I have ever seen. Clean. Functional. And well planned.
Been watching van conversions for months now. I really want to live in a van now. I'm getting free sprint vibes.
Van life is hard but SO much fun! It really is a freeing way to live, even if it's just for a short season in life. :)
*That shower!!! Most van campers are pretty cool, but this one might actually be better than my condo!!* My home has camper envy..
I like the cabinets but I think I would have gone with something of a wood print to make it feel more cabin-y. I’d want it to feel modern towards the front; like the tiling and the kitchen, but having the back look a bit rustic/homey cabin-ish. I think the cabinets would be the way to tie, blend, and separate the look and feel. Really though, you guys did an amazing job! I’m having a hard time recalling a van I’ve liked more. This is definitely in the top three, of not first (and I watch A LOT of van to camper vids).
Suggestion: store those spices somewhere else. Regular exposure to heat will cause flavour loss.
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Adrian Nel they are so small surely they will use them before that happens lol
Noah's Ark will pull up next to them first before those Spices looses any Flavor!, Don't Sweat it!! You worry too much!!! You just make sure you vote for Trump again!
Element Air LMFAO FR
lol always someone to comment on the most useless suggestion
One of the best setup I’ve seen so far in a van....I need my gaming setup!
I like how you covered all your security measures. Very important!
Your van is absolutely beautiful!
It really feels like a home!
Warm and cozy. 😊
I love it! Probably one of my favorite van builds that I've watched!
BriAnne Holthaus thank you so much!!!
Probably the first van in the history of the internet with a proper desk/computer chair set up although those chairs look like a back problem waiting to happen if you sat in them for more than an hour :) Still think something bigger like a truck is needed personally for full time living but your build is one of the most sensible Ive seen yet and Ive seen literally 100's.
Jayme Capurso hahaha. They are actually pretty comfortable. The other great thing is we can leave the chairs under the desk and stand to use the computers.
@@chrisandsara Im spoilt with my tilt back reclining office chair, sitting up straight like a good boy was never my thing... Great build.
Wow! I thought I was living it up with my air mattress and inflatable pillow!
Would love to see more details on the shower. Heater, Tank size, etc. Love the layout especially the fridge location, and all the touch of modern, awesome job.
This is probably the best van build I have ever seen
Your van is amazingly awesome I just realized people are critical no matter what so do what's best for you and safest for you and Keep On Truckin Great van up guys Jesus loves you
I’m only ten years old but I’m planning the van I want when I’m older
Update:I’m 11
update:I’m 12
Isabelle Delorey same with me
Start saving up now. In 5 or 6 years, you can buy a van for your first car and convert it the way you want. I think it’s awesome that you are already dreaming about it. I am 38, married, living the van life, and dreaming of my perfect van. The dream is half the fun!
My bitch ass did not even know yt when I was 10
Same! I’m 12 and I really want to purchase a Mercedes sprinter and convert it! Probably around 18 or 19.
literally me to bout to turn eleven in less than a month lol im obsessed with minimalism and van and bus life