THE BIGGEST VAN LIFE DILEMMA: Toilet or No Toilet? Atli has the advantage of bathroom and shower facilities at work, and at her gym. What do you/would you do?
I'm a guy , I can survive with no toilet, but do Not recommend it for over a year in this way, lol, some times struggle is building & doing reinforcement of character. Peace and safety...
Yeah, I wouldn't try installing a toilet, maybe a lidded ceramic pot with wood chips, sand and baking powder. Those things take care of odor and absorb moisture. You could store it in the cabin where the air is cooler (at least in winter).
My van looks exactly like the one on her flyer and came with a toilet installed (91 Ford E-350 conversion). I absolutely love it but in the future will switch it out for a composting one so I don't have to deal with tanks.
Glad she gave credit to her dad. I thought it was funny how she said that she helped her dad with the conversion by handing him things, funny and honest.
So How many more years are you figuring that carpenters , cabinet makers and 10's of thousands of male wood specialist craftsmen will no longer exist ?? So much for the lumber industry eh ! Power tool companies and millions of factories soon to be all closed down . . Trees only grown for Xmas tree sales - but wait ! . . The Fem GREENS are already working to shut that industry down also " I HOPE you have a good handsaw to cut them down for all those damsels in distress !! " WHAT IS - GOING TO CHANGE FOR SURE " is Men are no longer going to get Mentally and Financially Only SCREWED into doing things anymore for Women Repeatedly All For FREE !!!
Yes, loved them! Especially the one over her bed. It would be so nice to look up at the stars at night. Where I live near Los Angeles there’s so much light pollution we can’t see much.
I am 72 and reclusive, I have tented all my life. 1 retired 12 years ago and spent 6 months in a van in New Zealand, Then 6 months in a tent and hire car Canadian Rockies and Yellowstone. The past 10 years I have lived in a 4 berth tent for 6 to 8 months a year, then go home. I am now selling my home sharing the proceeds with my two sons and will buy and live in a van. I am very excited to do this and very aware of those words go home!! and that I can not go home!!, so before I embark I watch all, you nice peoples videos that are on the negative, thanks
Carol... You go girl! Live your dreams... NB : all you 50's & 60's generations out there... 70 is the new 50...60 is the new 40... Mick Jagger is still rocking... Safe journeys... and behave!!! 😄😄😄
I thought that I would be too old to do live in a van when I retire but you have proved me wrong. Thank you. Now how do I get started? I'm going to be retiring in less than a year!
@Charles Colee Yes, but that assumes altruism and empathy. The community's would not benefit from taxes of nomadic dwellers so I don't see them being particularly concerned about providing safe spaces. They would be more prone to restricting sleeping in vehicles and overnight parking while building for rent RV parks in less desirable areas. Even the Walmart overnight parking was a top down mandate from the founder himself and now that he's deceased, many of the franchise holders are now banning overnight parking though a few will allow for one night stays if you call ahead. You can't expect people to do something nice for free, they'll just call van dwellers squatters and the homeless and ask for the "shanty towns" to be demolished as eyesores. It only hasn't been too much of a problem till now because not a lot of people were doing it but as more people can dwell particularly for economic reasons, the more negative the reaction. Now, progressive governments might avoid this conflict with some meaningful regulations but without a profit motivation, I don't see a politician gaining a lot of support for such actions. The problem will also get worse with autonomous vehicles if such vehicles are allowed to drive unoccupied to their parking spot whether at home or in a nearby commercial facility. The need for street parking and rest stops will drop with autonomous vehicles and really rest stops only existed because the interstate was a massive socialist program which invested on employment and facilitating commerce, it is only because the rest stops were planned as a public service that they exist at all.
@Charles Colee All of which costs money and as the nomadic dwellers do not pay property taxes, I do not see communities encouraging them except through rental RV lots as the number of nomadic dwellers increase.
@liveyourbestlife this is an expensive option. First the vehicle, then the build costs thousands of dollars. Plus you still need fuel, etc. This is not a homeless solution.
Wow,, this is the nicest, cleanest design I have seen. What a guy Alti's dad is. They could start a business building these vans. Really aesthetically pleasing and functional.
I'm impressed that you took ventilation under the mattress into account though slats or even drilling holes in the platform may have been less expensive.
You have a great Dad, I know you must realize that. Have fun while your young, time goes fast. I was in my 20's it seem like just the other day Put I'm 65 this month. Ask your Dad. Enjoy !!!
I have to believe the thumbs down here are from 13 year old boys who aimlessly rampage through TH-cam ......this is a fine van, your Dad and you did a great job!
Not necessarily young ones. Maybe somebody just didn't like the look of all that wood? Lots of reasons that an individual might not like this particular van. Just because you don't like something doesn't mean you're a hater. It simply means you have an opinion.
This is probably my favorite van build I have seen, and I've watched hundreds of these videos. I would love a van like this. She's really built a great lifestyle for herself. To live when you are young and healthy, doing more of what you want, being able to work less is really the smartest plan.
Yun Ho, repeat: built with LOVE, not for PROFIT. Lol it's okay I think that may be one of the love languages and I know men like to feel useful (well people do) paid or not. 👍
Really nice design layout. Love it. Sure would love to hear the ghost story! Next time you hear 'something' outside, please do not go out there......... not a good idea. Make a tape of a dog barking Loud! My sweet (girl!) 80# goldendoodle has the loudest ferocious bark! She wouldn't hurt a flea. Well, maybe a flea...
Ive driven a ford transit. There good but not reliable on the snow. Most of them if not all are rear wheel drive. Van living is awesome. You guys are special. Love u guys.
I dont understand the thumbs down. Ive been checking out builds for a van conversion and so far yours is my favorite. Efficient, stealth and Zen. Love it.
This is probably my favorite build I've seen. It takes the minimalism that goes hand in hand with van living it seems. The bed is also probably one of the more comfortable looking ones I've seen
You and your dad nailed it! Love, love your van. Thanks too for sharing so many details of the build. May you continue to thrive, inspire and enjoy your van life.
I LOVE that you have a kayak stored in your van!! Also loved your story about jumping out at night to chase the intruder/ghost!!! If you ever come down to Portland, Oregon, look me up, maybe we can go kayaking on the Columbia River!
If my dad were still alive, he too would help me make this dream of mine come true... Kudos to the wonderful dad that helped her make her dream a reality
My dad would never help with anything like this. He doesn't take me or anything I care about seriously and is annoyed by the idea of tiny living. He lives on Van Island and could near effortlessly grow kales year round but buys non-organic in plastic at the store. Cherish your loving and useful dads.
I remember when you had your Astro van and it was awesome, but this van is over the top and I'm just in love with it. Thank you for sharing your home with us and I hope you have a nice long adventure in your beautiful new home. ♥
Wow! LUV the skylights!!!! NOBODY even attempts that! REALLY opens it up. Luv the plants Alti has in the van now too! Simply inspirational!! Well done!
Hello Maridon How are you doing and how is your day today. Am Michael I saw your comment here and am hoping we can chat and get to know more about each other.
Six years later and I still find myself tracking this video down. Still my favorite van build to date. I love the simple design as it seems like something my limited skills could build. Haha
Thank you for sharing your story that's pretty amazing and it's really wonderful that your dad helped you sounds like you have a great family stay safe
It must be a mass transit kind of thing, I am a retired mass transit employee. I had to drive for 3 years while waiting to get into the garage as a diesel mechanic. I was enamored by just how much room was in a bus and when I retired purchase one of the buses at auction that I use to drive on routes. So, I am building a much larger version of a van. lol. I love the table that slides under the bed. Wont work in my setup but an excellent option in a smaller setup. Hope to see this young lady's van at the first RTR I go to, not this year though. :(
The wood paneling looks amazing in this van. I can definitely see myself living in a van like this because it feels like a tiny apartment, I'd be right at home!
I love her, her laughter, her van, her taste, her lack of clutter, and her dad! I think I was born to the wrong parents! P. S. The jumping out the van with the flashlights is totally something I would do while shaking in my boots.LOL!
Agreed. :-) My van is pretty basic and not yet insulated or panelled. I love this interior and revisit this build when it comes to completion on my end. :-)
I came across this clip some time ago, and saved it to my 'Van life' folder for inspiration. I have now put the deposit down on a 2001 Ford Transit 350L which is a mid roof. Thank you Atli for your story and amazing van. Well done Dad!! I will be using many of your ideas for my own home on wheels. Greetings from New Zealand. 😃
I love your van, so clean, lots of space, and the cabinets and bed frame look well built. The wall and door that lead to the front seat looks pretty cool. Thanks for sharing this video.
First let me say, "I'm far from wealthy. A own a small business and would be considered upper middle class when it comes to an income. When I was younger, I use to covet wealth, thinking that it was the answer. You get a good job or start a business, give it your all and you will prosper. At 51 after chasing the American dream, a house, 2 kids and so on, I come to realize that "The grass is always greener on the other side." Meaning that happiness is so much more important than money. Don't get me wrong. We need money. We need to take care of our future. And I, for one, am not comfortable relying on others or the government to take care of my problems. "Freedom is another word for nothing left to loose." Thank you Janice Joplin. But you, my dear, I envy, having a full life to live ahead of you. Don't loose track of what is important in life and that is "Living." My time for freedom is not far off. My advice to you is, "Don't get caught up with corporate BS, live for now and save for the future."
Protective HT Nice critique.. I am not trying to be offensive , but the wrong spelling of "lose" nowadays drives me nuts. It is a very common mistake. "Lose" (to not know where something is, or lose weight, etc.) Loose (two "o's") as in loosen your belt or a screw that comes "loose." That's it.
No bills? 1. Van payment (She says it's kind of like a mortgage) 2. Gasoline/petrol to run the van and interior electricity 3. Fuel for the stovetop 4. Water (unless she just fills up from a faucet at the park) 5. Auto insurance (Do they charge more since she's living in the vehicle? Can you even get a home owner's policy on a van?) 6. Part-time job = no employer provided health insurance, so she either buys her own or pays cash for medical expenses. (Says she lives in Vancouver, but not whether that's BC or WA) 7. Gym membership so she has a regular place to shower and do yoga. 8. Did she pay for all the materials in the van, or did her dad? Did she have ready funds or did she charge it all and is paying it off over time?* Sounds like she has a lot of the same bills traditional dwellers have, they just might be somewhat less. Edit: 9. Maintenance on the vehicle AND the dwelling. 10. How does she get internet access (because that's a necessity, esp. for planning those trips she mentions)? Does she just use her mobile plan or does she use her employer's/gym's wifi? The former might be more expensive while the latter is probably more of a hassle and may violate the policies of those places. *Also, if her dad paid for it, did he ask her to pay him back because she's no longer a minor and can pay her own way (a lot of parents take this approach)? Or did he say, this is in lieu of the money I'd spend on your wedding or a down payment on a house (a lot of parents take that approach)? As another commenter said, the value of the labor her dad put into that van was worth approx. $20,000. If she'd had to pay that, or barter for it, she'd still be paying that off too, along with her other bills. Nothing is as easy as social media makes it seem.
This is exactly what i want ! the wood finish and layout are perfect and you could park it anywhere ! All i need now is to find someone who could build it for me !
Hello LeAnna How are you doing and how is your day today. Am Michael I saw your comment here and am hoping we can chat and get to know more about each other.
Love your set up!!! Wish I had one. Expecially now. My hubby passed away and I feel like I don't belong anywhere now so I wish I had this and could just go.
I'm 60 this year I'm divorced now over 11 years and pretty much on my own now . I would like to try van life for a spell . Maybe I could rent out my house and take off for a while.
Just amazing. A lot of people are commenting about no bathroom but this is an Astro van and I'm sure that if she had a larger van she would definitely be able to install a bathroom. Love that she showed the tips and techniques for insulation, preventing mold and the carbon monoxide detector!! And she only has to work part time? Very intelligent. This type of living would really help with having more freedom with time and money and not having to be a slave to a stressful full time job.
Kennen K And she's created a whole series of skylights making for a naturally bright daytime interior while maintaining a near total privacy. Attractive tongue & groove paneling too. My only criticism is also her's: Not enough room between the bed and the ceiling. I'm claustrophobic so how the sleeping arrangements are presently designed wouldn't work for me but like you, I think the rest of what she and her Dad did is inspired.
I am 64.4 months old and wanting to do this so bad when I retire next year. I have wanderlust and I want simplicity. I have been moving in this direction my entire life, it seems! Congratulations on living life your own way!
"This is to store my sitar." I must admit, in all the vans, tiny homes and tours of homes in general that I've seen, that is the FIRST time I've heard someone say that. I hit the LIKE button for that alone. LL
I happened upon this video while researching tiny living since just moving back to the mainland and realized from your pangolin tattoo, that I totally met you once in Haleiwa Hawaii while you shopped at the surf shop I was working in... funny! Small world! Aloha and good vibes to you and your awesome lil home (:
THE BIGGEST VAN LIFE DILEMMA: Toilet or No Toilet?
Atli has the advantage of bathroom and shower facilities at work, and at her gym. What do you/would you do?
I'm a guy , I can survive with no toilet, but do Not recommend it for over a year in this way, lol, some times struggle is building & doing reinforcement of character. Peace and safety...
Yeah, I wouldn't try installing a toilet, maybe a lidded ceramic pot with wood chips, sand and baking powder. Those things take care of odor and absorb moisture. You could store it in the cabin where the air is cooler (at least in winter).
My van looks exactly like the one on her flyer and came with a toilet installed (91 Ford E-350 conversion). I absolutely love it but in the future will switch it out for a composting one so I don't have to deal with tanks.
Exploring Alternatives I would shower at work as well or gym....from Houston Texas
I need at least a toilet! With a sink, you can still stay clean!
Glad she gave credit to her dad. I thought it was funny how she said that she helped her dad with the conversion by handing him things, funny and honest.
The man must be an engineer with how tight he got the fit on seams... Stunning job. Proud moments
My heart melted when you dropped the "My Dad did all this". What a great Dad, there wont be many guys that have his skills in years to come.
So How many more years are you figuring that carpenters , cabinet makers and 10's of thousands of male wood specialist craftsmen will no longer exist ?? So much for the lumber industry eh ! Power tool companies and millions of factories soon to be all closed down . . Trees only grown for Xmas tree sales - but wait ! . . The Fem GREENS are already working to shut that industry down also " I HOPE you have a good handsaw to cut them down for all those damsels in distress !!
" WHAT IS - GOING TO CHANGE FOR SURE " is Men are no longer going to get Mentally and Financially Only SCREWED into doing things anymore for Women Repeatedly All For FREE !!!
Yes, as usual it takes a mans skills to allow a woman to be 'independent' as she is incapable on her own.
@Steven "As usual". ie, typically - as in; 'most cases'. Pointing to outliers as a way to refute a point is idiotic.
Tweet Protocol smh
Totally
That skylight makes a huge difference.
Yes, loved them! Especially the one over her bed. It would be so nice to look up at the stars at night. Where I live near Los Angeles there’s so much light pollution we can’t see much.
Buddhism👎
Yeah, that's the best idea to take from that build besides the real door between the cab and house.
I am 72 and reclusive, I have tented all my life.
1 retired 12 years ago and spent 6 months in a van in New Zealand, Then 6 months in a tent and hire car Canadian Rockies and Yellowstone.
The past 10 years I have lived in a 4 berth tent for 6 to 8 months a year, then go home.
I am now selling my home sharing the proceeds with my two sons and will buy and live in a van.
I am very excited to do this and very aware of those words go home!! and that I can not go home!!, so before I embark I watch all, you nice peoples
videos that are on the negative, thanks
Thank you I'm considering the same
Carol... You go girl! Live your dreams...
NB : all you 50's & 60's generations out there...
70 is the new 50...60 is the new 40...
Mick Jagger is still rocking...
Safe journeys...
and behave!!! 😄😄😄
I thought that I would be too old to do live in a van when I retire but you have proved me wrong. Thank you. Now how do I get started? I'm going to be retiring in less than a year!
This is a growing trend mainly due to the insane prices for housing.
Problem is, as more people do it, the communities will take more action against van dwelling.
@Charles Colee Yes, but that assumes altruism and empathy. The community's would not benefit from taxes of nomadic dwellers so I don't see them being particularly concerned about providing safe spaces. They would be more prone to restricting sleeping in vehicles and overnight parking while building for rent RV parks in less desirable areas. Even the Walmart overnight parking was a top down mandate from the founder himself and now that he's deceased, many of the franchise holders are now banning overnight parking though a few will allow for one night stays if you call ahead. You can't expect people to do something nice for free, they'll just call van dwellers squatters and the homeless and ask for the "shanty towns" to be demolished as eyesores. It only hasn't been too much of a problem till now because not a lot of people were doing it but as more people can dwell particularly for economic reasons, the more negative the reaction.
Now, progressive governments might avoid this conflict with some meaningful regulations but without a profit motivation, I don't see a politician gaining a lot of support for such actions.
The problem will also get worse with autonomous vehicles if such vehicles are allowed to drive unoccupied to their parking spot whether at home or in a nearby commercial facility. The need for street parking and rest stops will drop with autonomous vehicles and really rest stops only existed because the interstate was a massive socialist program which invested on employment and facilitating commerce, it is only because the rest stops were planned as a public service that they exist at all.
@Charles Colee All of which costs money and as the nomadic dwellers do not pay property taxes, I do not see communities encouraging them except through rental RV lots as the number of nomadic dwellers increase.
@liveyourbestlife it would be nice to see them living a decent life instead of on park benches.
@liveyourbestlife this is an expensive option. First the vehicle, then the build costs thousands of dollars. Plus you still need fuel, etc. This is not a homeless solution.
This one is my favorite. I love the wood. Looks very warm and cozy. Your dad is an amazing builder
I love the smooth clean lines of the wood interior, kudos to dad !!! You have a spacious living area.
Provocateur what?
She is single because getting married is a trap since middle ages....:)
Yes, she forgot to mention the potty part 😂
What a great dad to build this for you.
@@ppumpkin3282 I thought the EXACT same thing.
WoW, your Dad is awesome. He got SKILLS!!! Be Well!!!
Your dad is a genius and should market this build process!
I love all the tips on how to insulate and avoid mold. Thanks! What a blessing to have a such a nice dad!
Hello Lindy
Its sure is the greatest tips to make your own. So how are you. I hope you've had a good day today.
Wow,, this is the nicest, cleanest design I have seen. What a guy Alti's dad is. They could start a business building these vans. Really aesthetically pleasing and functional.
I'm impressed that you took ventilation under the mattress into account though slats or even drilling holes in the platform may have been less expensive.
I think the father should be interviewed. I think he is amazing to have built that van.
He is not "one of them."
It's gorgeous
@ 😄
Yours is the most beautiful van I have ever seen. Gorgeous. Your dad is an artist.
Agree 👍
it's nice, but there's definitely prettier interiors I've seen, imo
I know right I want him to build me one
One of the best van builds I've seen yet. I'd love to have one just like this
What a beautiful home. What a great dad.
You have a great Dad, I know you must realize that. Have fun while your young, time goes fast. I was in my 20's it seem like just the other day Put I'm 65 this month. Ask your Dad. Enjoy !!!
Ok im normally not that impressed with van life videos but seriously this girl's convinced me that I'm living my life wrong 😮
you can start by taking a step in the right direction...(( by adding me on Instgram 😉 @Moto.deviant
It's becoming so popular you could probably do it all yourself based off videos like this online!
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I would like the unit better if I did not have to imagine her using a bucket for a bathroom and showering ... how?
@@Jean-qn4fy .
Elsewhere.
Your dad did a great job one of the best designs I've seen.
I have to believe the thumbs down here are from 13 year old boys who aimlessly rampage through TH-cam ......this is a fine van, your Dad and you did a great job!
You are exactly right. Teenagers going through their angst years, with a sprinkling of older ones who are anti social.
Heat ?
How come it's illegal then? You poor man, I mean woman... I know, you don;t care about laws or safety, you only care about YOU...
@@LegosDeus I was makeing fun of all the socialist laws and codes in the usa.
Not necessarily young ones. Maybe somebody just didn't like the look of all that wood? Lots of reasons that an individual might not like this particular van. Just because you don't like something doesn't mean you're a hater. It simply means you have an opinion.
This is probably my favorite van build I have seen, and I've watched hundreds of these videos. I would love a van like this. She's really built a great lifestyle for herself. To live when you are young and healthy, doing more of what you want, being able to work less is really the smartest plan.
i can tell your Dad built it with love
I think if he is retired he could get nice business with that.
making sure she has it all...
what a great dad! 😍
Yun Ho, repeat: built with LOVE, not for PROFIT. Lol it's okay I think that may be one of the love languages and I know men like to feel useful (well people do) paid or not. 👍
Exactly
Cool deal! Her Dad is pretty awesome for building out two vans for her.
Yeah for sure! It was really nice of him to do that. I wish my dad could help me build a camper like that too :)
I thought the same thing.
I wonder what her dad initial reaction to her idea of living in a van. I know my parent would think I'm crazy. lol
Really nice design layout. Love it. Sure would love to hear the ghost story! Next time you hear 'something' outside, please do not go out there......... not a good idea. Make a tape of a dog barking Loud! My sweet (girl!) 80# goldendoodle has the loudest ferocious bark! She wouldn't hurt a flea. Well, maybe a flea...
Probably her dad's generation feels so sorry for our generation.
Great build on the van! Your dad is a true craftsman. Very nice!
With the small toilets and ac/ heat units that pplcan get now. Think I'm about to do the same. Van life is sounding good from where my life is
Ive driven a ford transit. There good but not reliable on the snow. Most of them if not all are rear wheel drive. Van living is awesome. You guys are special. Love u guys.
The first van tour where I’ve seen you have a smoke detector and carbon monoxide detectors so 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I dont understand the thumbs down. Ive been checking out builds for a van conversion and so far yours is my favorite. Efficient, stealth and Zen. Love it.
My daughter has a TH-cam channel and I am convinced people run through videos just to hit the dislike button.
I’ve never seen a video in the history of youtube without a thumbs down
This is probably my favorite build I've seen. It takes the minimalism that goes hand in hand with van living it seems. The bed is also probably one of the more comfortable looking ones I've seen
This is a really nice build, and she’s tidy too! Your dad is awesome
Thank you for showing us women what can be done to live independently, with freedom and solo pride.
Amen
Yes she got a van house and now she is free to roam and free from the rents at least.
So many nice comments on this video.. What a beautiful community.
Your Dad's a legend... Awesome interior.
You and your dad nailed it! Love, love your van. Thanks too for sharing so many details of the build. May you continue to thrive, inspire and enjoy your van life.
Your Dad is THE MAN! And you are no doubt a very innovative & creative person yourself. Thanks for sharing this!
I LOVE that you have a kayak stored in your van!! Also loved your story about jumping out at night to chase the intruder/ghost!!! If you ever come down to Portland, Oregon, look me up, maybe we can go kayaking on the Columbia River!
My dad would have loved to do this with me. He’s not around any more but I bet he’d smile to know that I’m doing this too.
All the very best. 🙂
If my dad were still alive, he too would help me make this dream of mine come true... Kudos to the wonderful dad that helped her make her dream a reality
@@jo19479 it uh....
My dad died before he could pass on his building skills with me. It sucks as I really had wanted to learn
My dad would never help with anything like this. He doesn't take me or anything I care about seriously and is annoyed by the idea of tiny living. He lives on Van Island and could near effortlessly grow kales year round but buys non-organic in plastic at the store.
Cherish your loving and useful dads.
I remember when you had your Astro van and it was awesome, but this van is over the top and I'm just in love with it. Thank you for sharing your home with us and I hope you have a nice long adventure in your beautiful new home. ♥
That is amazing living space. The skylights really are a great addition.
Wow! LUV the skylights!!!! NOBODY even attempts that! REALLY opens it up. Luv the plants Alti has in the van now too! Simply inspirational!! Well done!
You have an awesome dad. So great to see there is love in a family that actually leads to a better daily life.
One of the best conversions I’ve seen on TH-cam yet, really superb, your Dads a real craftsman 😊.
Your dad is wonderful!
I agree!! Thanks for watching :)
Yes he is amazing
Hello Maridon
How are you doing and how is your day today. Am Michael I saw your comment here and am hoping we can chat and get to know more about each other.
The woodwork on the interior makes it look pretty cozy.
Six years later and I still find myself tracking this video down. Still my favorite van build to date. I love the simple design as it seems like something my limited skills could build. Haha
I am a new viewer as of today! Atli has a pleasant voice and I enjoyed the manner in which she presents herself.
Thank you for sharing your story that's pretty amazing and it's really wonderful that your dad helped you sounds like you have a great family stay safe
It must be a mass transit kind of thing, I am a retired mass transit employee. I had to drive for 3 years while waiting to get into the garage as a diesel mechanic. I was enamored by just how much room was in a bus and when I retired purchase one of the buses at auction that I use to drive on routes. So, I am building a much larger version of a van. lol. I love the table that slides under the bed. Wont work in my setup but an excellent option in a smaller setup. Hope to see this young lady's van at the first RTR I go to, not this year though. :(
I would follow her life in a van but am trying to limit my connections to just youtube.
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The wood paneling looks amazing in this van. I can definitely see myself living in a van like this because it feels like a tiny apartment, I'd be right at home!
Right off the bat I love the sky lights. They would be great on a clear night !! Great job !
You have my respect on your life style! You are living life.. not killing yourself working to survive. You have a great dad
Best layout I've seen so Far- Like the back window and Sky-light Excellent
I love her, her laughter, her van, her taste, her lack of clutter, and her dad! I think I was born to the wrong parents!
P. S. The jumping out the van with the flashlights is totally something I would do while shaking in my boots.LOL!
You and your dad need to start building these vans. They would really sell.
Yes, please!
Agreed. :-) My van is pretty basic and not yet insulated or panelled. I love this interior and revisit this build when it comes to completion on my end. :-)
Agreed
I agree. This is one of the cleanest, neatest van I’ve seen.
I'll buy one too!
True intelligence. She figured out the secret in life. Work less. Live happier. And the best part is Dad is in agreement. Cheers to you and pops!!
I came across this clip some time ago, and saved it to my 'Van life' folder for inspiration. I have now put the deposit down on a 2001 Ford Transit 350L which is a mid roof. Thank you Atli for your story and amazing van. Well done Dad!! I will be using many of your ideas for my own home on wheels. Greetings from New Zealand. 😃
Super Cool Home! You're dad is a great builder. Good luck with everything! 😀
fantastic build! I love the slide out table. Her story is also very inspiring for me in my own journey!
I love your van, so clean, lots of space, and the cabinets and bed frame look well built. The wall and door that lead to the front seat looks pretty cool.
Thanks for sharing this video.
Your dad loves you so much to do all of that wonderful workmanship.
Glad you have your dad and the van.
I really like Atli's van, there are some ideas here I've not seen elsewhere. Her dad did a fantastic job!
I am going to build a van and I have watched a thousand videos on van builds. Yours is my favorite and i am going to copy. Thanks and fair winds.
Cool van! Cool dad! Cool daughter! Everything is so cool! Best van and set up I've ever seen!
First let me say, "I'm far from wealthy. A own a small business and would be considered upper middle class when it comes to an income. When I was younger, I use to covet wealth, thinking that it was the answer. You get a good job or start a business, give it your all and you will prosper. At 51 after chasing the American dream, a house, 2 kids and so on, I come to realize that "The grass is always greener on the other side." Meaning that happiness is so much more important than money. Don't get me wrong. We need money. We need to take care of our future. And I, for one, am not comfortable relying on others or the government to take care of my problems. "Freedom is another word for nothing left to loose." Thank you Janice Joplin. But you, my dear, I envy, having a full life to live ahead of you. Don't loose track of what is important in life and that is "Living." My time for freedom is not far off. My advice to you is, "Don't get caught up with corporate BS, live for now and save for the future."
Protective HT Nice critique.. I am not trying to be offensive , but the wrong spelling of "lose" nowadays drives me nuts. It is a very common mistake. "Lose" (to not know where something is, or lose weight, etc.) Loose (two "o's") as in loosen your belt or a screw that comes "loose." That's it.
Wise words.
People with money always say that, until they go broke.
What more do we need in life? no bills! Live Simply! ❤👍 A lot of materialistic people won't understand. Love it!!
No bills?
1. Van payment (She says it's kind of like a mortgage)
2. Gasoline/petrol to run the van and interior electricity
3. Fuel for the stovetop
4. Water (unless she just fills up from a faucet at the park)
5. Auto insurance (Do they charge more since she's living in the vehicle? Can you even get a home owner's policy on a van?)
6. Part-time job = no employer provided health insurance, so she either buys her own or pays cash for medical expenses. (Says she lives in Vancouver, but not whether that's BC or WA)
7. Gym membership so she has a regular place to shower and do yoga.
8. Did she pay for all the materials in the van, or did her dad? Did she have ready funds or did she charge it all and is paying it off over time?*
Sounds like she has a lot of the same bills traditional dwellers have, they just might be somewhat less.
Edit:
9. Maintenance on the vehicle AND the dwelling.
10. How does she get internet access (because that's a necessity, esp. for planning those trips she mentions)? Does she just use her mobile plan or does she use her employer's/gym's wifi? The former might be more expensive while the latter is probably more of a hassle and may violate the policies of those places.
*Also, if her dad paid for it, did he ask her to pay him back because she's no longer a minor and can pay her own way (a lot of parents take this approach)? Or did he say, this is in lieu of the money I'd spend on your wedding or a down payment on a house (a lot of parents take that approach)? As another commenter said, the value of the labor her dad put into that van was worth approx. $20,000. If she'd had to pay that, or barter for it, she'd still be paying that off too, along with her other bills.
Nothing is as easy as social media makes it seem.
So beautiful. Your Dad did a lovely job!
thanks for the air flow plastic recommendation
I love your clean, neat van. Looks like you are doing all you can to stop condensation/mold. Good for you!! Your dad did a great job too. :-)
Rah rah!
Best van house i seen on youtube...this woman has her ack together
You are a very industrious young woman. I applaud your sense of adventure and I love that your Dad gave you a hand building it. Bravo!
Really nice van! I like how it seems so open and uncluttered.
W O W! Your Dad is AWESOME! God Bless him! Nice Van!
This is exactly what i want ! the wood finish and layout are perfect and you could park it anywhere ! All i need now is to find someone who could build it for me !
DAD.? Here's his cue.
She has enough room for a portapotty AND a manual washer! Normally I think vanlife vans aren’t as livable as I’d want, but this one is a winner!
What an awesome job your dad did. Great job!
Awesome woman, wonderful van home, and a super Dad!
It's what a father always do. Amazing concept
Hello LeAnna
How are you doing and how is your day today. Am Michael I saw your comment here and am hoping we can chat and get to know more about each other.
Very nice van👍your Dad did an excellent job.
Finally someone did a proper insulation set up!
Love your set up!!! Wish I had one. Expecially now. My hubby passed away and I feel like I don't belong anywhere now so I wish I had this and could just go.
So why not go? Fullfill your dreams. You know for certain life is temporary so go for it while you can!
My husband has a degenerative disease; I'm looking at widowhood and financial choices, too.
@@traceyosterlind14 Hang in there, and I'm thinking about you.
@@booisgone9847Thnx
I'm 60 this year I'm divorced now over 11 years and pretty much on my own now . I would like to try van life for a spell . Maybe I could rent out my house and take off for a while.
Love this tour of your van. A lot of thought went into this plan and looks comfortable. Good job, Dad!!
This is without a doubt the nicest van conversion I've seen yet. Thank you!
Yes it is nice craftsmanship
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love your set up ,its the best one I have seen by far, rock on girl ,Ill pray for your safe travels. Call your dad
LOVE LOVE LOVE your set up. Don't think I COULD do with out a toilet however.
another kudos for dad and to you for doing your thing.
Just amazing. A lot of people are commenting about no bathroom but this is an Astro van and I'm sure that if she had a larger van she would definitely be able to install a bathroom. Love that she showed the tips and techniques for insulation, preventing mold and the carbon monoxide detector!! And she only has to work part time? Very intelligent. This type of living would really help with having more freedom with time and money and not having to be a slave to a stressful full time job.
This video is EXTREMELY well produced and thorough. I love her build!
Beautiful van and actually the first one I have ever liked and have been researching for about a year.....
My favorite van conversion so far - and I've seen a bunch.
Lake Michigan first one I've seen with a skylight and love the stealthy wall in the front! Such a great conversion
Kennen K And she's created a whole series of skylights making for a naturally bright daytime interior while maintaining a near total privacy. Attractive tongue & groove paneling too. My only criticism is also her's: Not enough room between the bed and the ceiling. I'm claustrophobic so how the sleeping arrangements are presently designed wouldn't work for me but like you, I think the rest of what she and her Dad did is inspired.
Your dad is a lovely and cool guy and I love your stylish yet cozy van! Enjoy!! :-)
Your Dad did a wonderful job! You are truly living an extraordinary life. Inspired now! Thanks so much for sharing!
Really inspired by you! Thank you! Love that table pull out and I'll have a look into that stuff you put under the mattress.
Awesome! Dad truly loves you, he is an amazing carpenter! I wish I had those skills😩
Your van is absolutely amazing
I am 64.4 months old and wanting to do this so bad when I retire next year. I have wanderlust and I want simplicity. I have been moving in this direction my entire life, it seems! Congratulations on living life your own way!
"This is to store my sitar." I must admit, in all the vans, tiny homes and tours of homes in general that I've seen, that is the FIRST time I've heard someone say that. I hit the LIKE button for that alone. LL
I happened upon this video while researching tiny living since just moving back to the mainland and realized from your pangolin tattoo, that I totally met you once in Haleiwa Hawaii while you shopped at the surf shop I was working in... funny! Small world! Aloha and good vibes to you and your awesome lil home (:
Great build and plan. Your Dad is a true craftsman. Thanks for sharing the tips and journey.
Nice & clean, very well done. The skylights add a lot! Thanks for sharing!
I think your van is the best I have seen! I was thinking that’s exactly what I want! One day I hope to build one like yours. Thanks for the video.
Nice van!! Very talented and loving dad to do such wonderful thing for his daughter