The BEST NEW bed SOLUTION for a VAN CONVERSION | SPACIOUS self-build camper w/ CONVERTIBLE SPACE
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Another super cool bed design in this week's van tour, this time from Ryan & Kate. I really love the way the bed converts to create a massive daytime seating / chill / work / dining area! I also really like the way they've done their hidden loo, as well as the epic kitchen set up, even complete with microwave!
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Do you honestly believe that someone will earn $50 000 dollars a year (yes I know you said 'up to') if someone lists their van on Outdoorsey?
@@brimstone5931 Depends on what the van is & where. Best to talk to them about earning potential for your specific case.
@@NateMurphy Thank you for responding Nate. I love your channel and have spent hours watching people show off their alternative tiny homes and nomad lifestyles, but to be frank, after seeing the 20 second ad for outdoorsey and the fact you used a pinned comment to also advertise your Van Conversion guide makes me wonder if you're getting a bit to commercial? No worries, you still have some great content regardless.
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Will record a video when I start my project. My guess $50000 is not net income. But still a good return on investment, comparing to buy a house.
I love the bed. I would paint a mural or do some kind of art on the underside, so when it is folded up it would be more attractive and make a better looking living area. I like the layout a lot.
I'd have thought the mattress would become uneven as a result of being folded, though I spent a couple of years on a super plush queen-size futon that doubled as a sofa and it never developed any problems. Love seeing the ingenious ways people save space, and their techniques are brilliant.
I love that bed idea, so simple and effective! I've always hated the idea of removing each cushion and duvet etc manually, both for the effort and the discomfort of losing a limb between the cushions lol. Awesome!
This has to be one of the best build out! Even if it is 'modern' looking not artistic, it is still one of the BEST! Best use of bed, storage and how he had all the electrical in ONE place was great!
Too each their own...they like it, you don't have to appreciate the all white decor
@@artsteadman2230 I think they just meant they didn’t attempt a “rustic” look with pine or cedar plants and they used appliances and hardware and not substitutes like some people have done, and while this “rustic” look is beautiful and creative, this couple made theirs very clean and beautiful in a minimal way, just different not bad.
Wow. That is the best idea for easily getting rid of the bed for some premium dining/entertaining space. So simple and you can use the white wall as a screen projector for movies! I am going to redo my fixed bed, based on this, for sure. Lots of seating for having family/friends over is something most van lifers don't talk about. But if you truly want your van to be a home, it has to include a way to host people important to you.
I live in Greece. I am so grateful for TH-cam. You can have access to so much knowledge from all over the world. Thanks for sharing ❣️
Stove in a drawer set up with easy access to switch out the propane is just *chefs kiss*. We are planning our own self build van for our family and this is on my list!
What a sweet couple! You guys did a great job converting your van into a tiny home!
hi , this is rené from germany. It`s a great idea about your bed ! Looks really comfortable and also the cushions at your bag door windows looking comfortable too and warm in colder times of the year.But when i saw the white big area under your bed, i just had the idea of a great nice big picture from the monutain or seaside, could make this area even more looking spacious.Oh, my god, hopefully you understand my bad english.....I try my best !! wishing both of you all the best and looking forward to see more of those good vids....
one of the more eclectic builds i have seen. definitely suits your individual tastes. most extended vans have a shower. your decision to not have a separate shower/bathroom really opens up the space. the fold in the bed is ingenious.
So many great creative idea's that you can not buy off an RV lot. You made a lovely home.
This is a really great build. I dont know about anyone else, but I think it's a brilliant idea to have your water fill on the inside of your back door like you did. That prevents anyone from contaminating your water. Most water fills I've noticed do not have locks on them. So anyone could put anything in there. These days you can't be too careful. The only thing that I can see missing is an indoor shower. I definitely prefer an indoor over an outdoor shower. That way I can take a shower no matter what the weather is outside. The only other storage that I can think of that you could add to this would be on the floor between the benches. That would fit a lot of can goods, and provide a step up at the same time. Great job on this build!
Nice to see the stove in a drawer being used. I am thinking of building that way and was worried because I had not seen it anywhere else.
Spice rack also great, but I think I would use plastic jars though, not glass. Some good ideas in this one.
I believe that glass will keep the spices fresher longer.
Plastic in contact with food?!? Yuck.
It seems like a nice idea, except when you want to get out of the van when someone else ik cooking..
@@arjanschild3552 A valid point if it goes all the way across like the one in this video. I plan for mine to go just half way across the sliding door. Also I can still get out via the front as the bench double has been replaced with a single seat.
I plan to have a dual burner in the drawer with a cut-out in the worktop above. If just boiling water for tea, then I can lift the cut out. when I need more countertop, I can open the drawer and leave the cut-out in place. I may also add an option for a countertop extension to be used with the drawer pushed in, with or without the cut-out removed. I am still building, so this is all theory that may fall apart when I mock it up with some scrap wood. I will be the first to admit that some of my 'great' ideas turn out to be not so 'great' after all.
The glass is very durable if thick enough. I've dropped small spice jars on a ceramic floor--no problems
Please can you show how you made the bed and how you secure the mattress so it doesn't pop out when you fold it - such an amazing build 🤩
I love that trick with the Velcro on the back of the little tiles. I’m quite indecisive at times and I sometimes find it difficult to choose a colour scheme, so it’s a good way to test out different colours, but also works rather nicely as a way of changing things around from time to time. I think I’d have been inclined to put a fairly thin basic piece of metal or plastic as a one piece splash-back and then have lots of those smaller Velcro tiles over the top - it could maybe be done with magnets on a metal back splash and then you could choose different layouts as the mood takes you. I’d probably settle on 3 complementary tile colours once I’d had a bit of time to see the different colours in the van and just lay them out in different patterns from time to time. I’m wondering if there could be other uses for this clever technique!
I like!
yes, nice touch. a metal stripe with magnets on tiles would work better though and provide a modular platform for other accessories too.
I love the way the bed and sitting area are set up. One of the best I've seen.
You guys NAILED it with this build! So functional!
I just love how you have your power setup!! And that you keep totes next to it to protect it. Thank you so much for sharing your van. There are quite a few things I haven't seen on any other conversion. Best adventures are ahead and waiting to be discovered!
really nice, love it ! great design for the bed and the ability to have the extra space when bed isnt in use, very creative and effective
Can I just say how much I love the avocado in the mug 😆
I really like the bed idea. Nice build. My only issue is the overhead cabinets above the bed in van builds. I can’t imagine hitting my head on it if I had to get up during night.
Muscle memory takes care of that. We don't hit our heads on car door frames our whole lives, after all! Lol
I would round them off
@@katydidnt3906 There are plenty of converted van owners over 65 that cant rely on muscle memory. Otherwise great build here!
FANTASTIC Bed idea! WOW, I am impressed. I would sleep sideways and still like to do this...when bed is half up one could lounge with a comfy "backrest" with a view out the back. (I still would want an indoor shower, though, just me, and still brainstorming how I would want that). And you still have adequate storage! And a "party room"! But compliments to this couple for an ingenious idea, and thank you Nate for bringing this to us. Happy travels! Cheers!
You could use an insect pump sprayer and some sheeting if you were careful.
You both did a spectacular job on this build. Nicely thought out, great use of space, lovely and light and you made it sensible to service 💕
Lots of great ideas! So roomy, organized, and well thought out. I I really like the counter tops.
Love your conversion and fold up bed. A great use of space for 2 people in a van. You two are adorable too. Good success to you!
I got some good ideas from your build; like the fold up bed/booth. I loved the toilet/seat/desk combo! I got an old camper I redesigned inside using mostly recycled 'stuff' ... It's basically been a scratchpad, to see what works! I have realised that I am obsessed with versatility and seats ... I could seat 8 bums! I could sleep 6! But there's only me. Anyway thanks for sharing your humble video tour ... It was a pleasure to watch!
Love the bed conversion and the hidden storage areas, looks neat and adds a lot of space to the van..nice build.
I think that's one of the best designs I've seen. Excellent work!
This woman is an absolute stunner.
Go and be creepy somewhere else.
You gotta get out more. She's super cute, though.
Bed starts about 10: 30 if that is what you clicked on this video for. Very creative - I had not seen that before.The only problem would be accessing the everyday things under the bed in storage when in bed mode. Removable window sills are a nice idea. Glad to see your propane is vented. SO many people forget how necessary that is. Nice to have your water fill hose so accessible. Very nice build!
I never liked how some make you get out and go to the back door. I could just see that in the rain...
We are fans of vanlife from Poland. Thank you for showing us your home. You are a very nice and positive couple. Greetings from the other end of the world.
That bed is pretty clever.
I am 5'16" tall and that would work for me..Definitely a thumbs up 👍
love that I found you guys on insta during your build process, and now here you are with an official van tour!! woooohooo! congrats on your hard work and adventures!
Lot of clever storage. You both did a great job presenting! Thanks for sharing your beautiful van.
This is the best layout so far, the bed layout is very clever. Allow you to make your very quick and turn it into separate living area. Very smart design for small space
The bed design is phenomenal
So simple easy
is there a shower didn't see any?
Flip up bed with a slide away table, fantastic!
That's a really cool bed design. One of the very best I've seen.
Excellent build! There are so many good things about this. I love all thr food storage space and of course the bed.
Is there a shower I didn't see any?
As somebody who has done a lot of RVing and designing and building of RVs, I gotta say well done! Especially like the bed idea.
"If you are going to punch the wall" can't unhear that.
This is filmed right up the street from our house! Our view looks out to the valley to the northeast. Anyhow, steeling the bed idea for my boat build but may have the entire bed lift to the ceiling. Glad I watched. Great ideas.
They make a mechanical lift for larger RVs or you could consider a crank system, too. I hear they're not hard to use.
I saw the doctor bronners and the vinegar and baking soda in there and immediately knew that you were a good person and loved the planet. Thank you compadre
Nice build guys :)
I'm a few weeks away from starting mine. I can't wait!
one of the best fixed bed hackes that I have seen. Nicely done.
Love it. So well planned❤️
Excellent build, stay happy
The bed pull up is great.
Great job, the bed was a great way for added space good idea!! Van plan is also a very nice layout. Happy travels!!
Great! Really enjoyed seeing how you manage the space. Love the bed and it seems you really did all your building on simple techniques and inexpensive too. Thank you for sharing.
What an awesome Van. Lovely and cosy.
Absolutely stunning, can't imagine that you've missed a single thing. Is your van umdercoated to prevent rust? Gorgeous build, lovely home. How blessed you are.
I loved it! Very loving young couple, many blessings
One of the most resonating conversions ever seen. I am 6.5 and searching for a good bed solution.
The bed is such a great idea. It gives you a much needed space. Very nice however you do not have a shower and toilet!! Anyway happy living.
Best design I have seen!!!! Great job
All the best to you both
What would be really cool in these higher vans would be to see a bed that stored away in the ceiling with a dining area underneath. Beds can take up way too much space if not.
I like the compromise of being able to have a dinette area, but not having to break down the whole bed.
Lots of ingenious ideas, very impressed!
Really clever idea with that bed. Well done you guys! Really innovative!
You hear that Andy Bernard?! Not the wall to punch! 🤣🤣
Wow! Great design! LOVE That kitchen and hidden stove!
the green bottom was especially pleasant.
Really liked the thinking out into this van. Good stuff... 🎯
That idea of the folding bed was done by ARV and several others in the past. definitely a great way to save space.
Smart young couple. Great practical van build. Bravo! Happy trails!
Its super the system of bed and surely not costly very clever I copy it thanks
I really like the bed! I was thinking more of side-mounted murphy bed because I'm also tall and would need a queen bed.
This van is epic. Nice idea with the bed and I love all the storage nooks.
Very well thought out. The opting out of having a shower has afforded you a little more space but delegates you “baby wipes” showers
Yeah, that's a non-negotiable for me. Lol
Also like the pullout drawer containing the gas cooker - haven’t seen that before. I guess you’d have to have the door open to cook, or do you have some heat protection on the inside of the door?
I have my one-burner butane stove next to a plastic dollar store basket and no issues. The heat doesn't go as far as you would think. Plus, with the fan pulling the heat immediately up and out, no need for a heat shield on the slider.
Nice clean build. Nice presentation too. You said you had a CO detector you need a detector for propane. Happy travels
Propane has a strong smell. It's in a separate compartment with an opening at the bottom (if made to regulations). So no danger from this side.
No need if the propane tank is in a proper sealed enclosure and vented to the outside.
As long as you have any propane connections outside the propane locker, you need a LP detector! Connections can leak, as can the stove. Every commercial travel trailer has a LP detector inside even though they carry their bottles outside on the trailer tongue.
@@HolgerJakobs Put one by the floor, anyway. You REALLY don't want CO poisoning. Trust me. It sucks. You could be asleep when it fails, too. They're barely 10 bucks.
And smoke alarm/fire extinguisher.
@@katydidnt3906 You need one anyway. They're 10 bucks, max. Put it on the floor. Connections fail. I assure you. You could be asleep when it fails, and any firefighter will tell you, gas tends to find a spark or static sooner or later. Static you can't even see or feel could do it
great idea with the bed! love the viewing gallery on the roof too!! :)
Very well done…congratulations!
Really good job guys however, I think bathroom privacy should be an utmost essential. Great solution for the dinette.
I have a great idea for a compost toilet. Poop into a big blender been put in almond nuts and hit the button. You're welcome to use that idea
Bruce aint stopping me from pressing all of those buttons as I walk by.
great job and wonderful presentation. all the best
Being 6’3” myself it is nice to see how a tall person fits in this van.
Very clever storage solutions and well thought out. Great 👍 job.
Great job you two & many blessings as you enjoy the journey!
“ Its the perfect height for me to work on my computer WHILE RYAN IS WALKING UP AND DOWN THE HALLWAY” 😳…..🤣
Very nice! I can tell you are very proud of your build and you should be! Enjoy your travels!
Garage? I thought the same thing.
It is true. You can't fit a noremal sized car in there.
I would also call it a basement.
You should install the slides and have easier access to the basement items.
Very beautiful, sleek and convenient. 🧡
Small improvement: put shelves on the door in the kitchen - that leads to the gas, where the cleaning supplies were, to maximize the space into that small area.
Love your Van
thank you for sharing...nice job and looks pretty liveable. congrats on your hard work paying off
Estupenda idea la de la cama.
Great design!
Yes I’m so glad someone else has done this spice rack layout. I’ve seen people do it on the front of the fridge but this just makes so much more sense to me!!
Really Nice job 🎨 Only 5 mos !
All the BEST to You 2. 😎 🐦
sorry for mistake! Wanted to say "back door" instead of "bag door". I hope my english is getting better the more i listen to your videos!!
Many greetings from nice bavaria/Germany.
Really great build!
I LOVE this Video! And the two of you💞! What a nice and sweet couple. One of my favorite Van, costumed in a very clever way. God bless you, please, take care💕! 💛💙💔🇻🇪 from Venezuela, we have a Dictatorship, that’s the reason of my breaking heart…
It is well thoughtful of set up.
But 1 thing is a must, 🚿 is a must and is missing. Next improvement hope so.
It s really beautiful
The is our rice we cook it on the stove by adding water and heating it. This is our blanket it keeps us warm at night and has an interchangeable cover so we can wash it when it gets dirty.
This is our sink. We use it to wash dishes and do number 2's
@Tom Luscombe Excessive snark report. ☹ Give 'em a break. They put a lot of work into the van, they did a great job, and they're proud of it. A heck of a lot better than many others that I've viewed. The only thing I missed seeing was whether they had a heater or not.
@@stevenemert837 i would have liked to see more details about the folding bed which is a great design and in the title of the video but there were very few details about this.
Is this how you enjoy your morning coffee? You gonna watch a puppy video next and put mean comments on it?
Don't pull the pins all the way out. Otherwise the drawers will explode. Once a spoon is ejected from a drawer, you have 3 seconds!