Even thought I am not shopping for a home, I have enjoyed seeing all the amazing living spaces people have created. And your tent is absolutely zen. Thank you for doing these videos!
Wow I didn't know Bryce was a real pioneer of the tiny house movement like this! What a cool option for people building onsite or otherwise with tiny homes on wheels or fixed.
Im from the Philippines and i've been watching all your videos of tiny house's.. Im saving right now.. And hopefully in the future i'll have my own place just perfect for me.. Cheers for more years to your show 😊😊
I don't even think I'd bother building a tiny house, I love the idea of living in a canvas bell tent and from what (admittedly little) research I've done it looks like a totally feasible option ^_^
The British Pilgrim yeah I'd love to live in a big yurt. i got a family and I think it would be a fun idea and honestly only real way ill probably ever own anything close to my own house. only thing id need is electricity and water/plumbing lol i love the outdoors but dont think me and my family love it enough to lose those things.
Seriously people who keep commenting this won't work in their winter wonderland well not everyone lives in permanent snow! Plus the steppes of Mongolia is a very cold place and people live in tents like this and they are still alive!
It's all about what you are accustomed to and what you are willing to tolerate/accept as part of your life/lifestyle. Yes I live in the subtropical southeastern US city, and while it looks great, I doubt that it would work here. I'm not saying it couldn't work here, I'm saying no homeowner would want it to. Think of it this way, say you lived and owned a home worth $100,000 (and most likely more than twice that) Would you really want someone setting up a tent home that he built for $1000-3000 total? Don't think so, what would that do to the value of what you have?
Im in love with it!!! the forestry dept has put up these kind of canvas tents, and i was blessed to stay in one...25.00 for the night but oh it was grand night!!!
What a beautiful set up! You certainly have an eye for aesthetics, beauty, minimalism, and practicality. I'm in love with how you created the whimsical bathroom. Bravo.
+Elaine Marie Thanks so much Elaine! I had a really great time putting this all together. I really wanted to create a space that would compliment the beautiful surroundings of the land too. Glad you like it! :)
+Living Big In A Tiny House Very nice work. Thank you for the impression. Which area are you in? Don't you have problems with freezing plumbing in the winter? How do you prevent it?
I love that you call it the rent trap. Our house is paid off and student loans are paid but I covet these tiny houses and smart living spaces. It seems so futuristic and charming.
+Living Big In A Tiny House Lovely video, and lovely space. LBIATH, how much would that whole setup cost to make, please, including tent cost, and solar and gas set up, etc? Do you own the land you put it on? Thanks for a reply. :)
+Living Big In A Tiny House How has it been living in the tent? Did you encounter any difficulties? Once you Tiny House is finished what you you going to do with the tent? Maybe rent it for AirBnB? I'm really curious! I've binged watched all your videos and really want to get my own tiny house or tent! I[m looking forward to touring your tiny house!
So sad to see all these negative or joking comments. This is amazing! I would LOVE to live like that! And eventho there's not many stuff in your tent, it still looks nice and warm. Love this!
that's very creative. What would you do with the tent once you build your house? I think that that's what a lot of people should do. We could stand up against the big housing construction industry. And we could simplify Our Lives and not be roped into costly home repairs and luxury home goods that we probably don't need or use at all. I think you're doing the right thing by living that way.
I just have to write it! I opened a bunch of videos from your channel on Tiny houses and did not expect to see your own house at all. Your house turned out to be of high quality, minimalistic and beautiful, these 3 words describe the essence of my style! Thanks to you, I just figured it out! Thank you.
Looks like an ENORMOUS Hersheys Kiss-the new white chocolate Kisses,lol....But it does appear to have all the necessities and comforts you need,pretty awesome and functional:-)
I never considered myself a tiny house person, but as I watch your videos.....and then the light bulb moment- with the title of this one "escape the rent trap"escape the mortgage trap! I really think I'm turning into really wanting a situation like this thank you
Kat James a regular house won't stop a burglary either, you know how easy it is to kick a door down or break a glass window😂 hoses get robbed all the time this is literally no different. Just like you would in a house arm your self in your tent as well..
Here in my country our windows have bars, same with the doors. If I don't feel safe in a house without bars, I would feel way less safe in a place like that xDDDD But it's cool for those who live in a safe place and can afford it ;D
In a house you have room to run or hide. Also, psychologically, a burglar would probably feel more temptation to rob a tent than a house, since they look easier to break in.
Living in a space like that clears your mind, makes you creative and appreciative and in touch with nature, what a great place to do yoga as well or meditate or paint ... I'd go tomorrow! specially if it includes that man inside... haha love from Spain! xx
i like, but what about freezing pipes? that bathroom area looks mighty chilly when the temps drop below freezing... i've camped in the winter and it sucks taking a dump in the snow....
+KingTesticus Not a problem in my climate zone. Naturally, if you are building in a place where you have those problems you would need to take a different approach.
It doesn't snow in NZ. The mean temperature in NZ is around 10 °C (50 °F) in the South Island and 16 °C (61 °F) in the North. Which is where the majority of New Zealanders live including where this tent is set up (I'm assuming).
I'm in my late 50's now. I really wished I would have taken a leap when I was in my 20:'s. And something like this would have made great memories. Ejoy your live and live it to the fullest.
Seeing you show tiny houses all the time made me wonder if you had a tiny house as well and I just got my answer,I love that tent and I'm in love with tiny houses,keep up the good work
Love this! In any of your videos did you cover how you tied down the belle tent? I'd love to set my stargazer up similar to your tent, with a smaller pitch radius. Your setup is brilliant!
When you moved on to the tiny house, did you take this down or did you find someone who wanted to move in? Curious what you do with this place after moving out. How long did you live there?
This is gorgeous! I never saw one of these before. Yurts are my favorite but I have yet to find a county that allows you to live in one permanently. At least, in the Western U.S.A.
Ohhh Bryce, that is absolutely gorgeous, very nice!! I Love that table you scored, what a bargain! I can't believe you made such an informative video in 7 min. Love it!!🙌👏🙌
I was hoping that you were going to build a tiny home since you do go check out so many..I truly love this and love your Personality ...love all of your video's that you make and share with us all...Great Job..
should've built a canopy going from the tent entrance to the bathroom for when it rains. also, probably should've water proofed the canvas for the bathroom. overall though, well done.
Very nice, I'd live there and enjoy every minute of it! As long as it's in a private secluded space! Nice tent, love the stove, solar panel, running water, wow!
beautifully put together & clever - canvas can be sealed; in winter the bathroom could be trimmed with the thick clear plastic outdoor seating in restaurants and bars use. Nice aesthetic & yeah, love the swing bridge :) nice work
He's the property owner silly! That's why he's building his home on the land & living in the lotus bell and all that.. don't ya think the guy who interviews thousands of people about their tiny homes would at least know better than to camp on someone's land without their knowledge 🤔😆 also, he seems to have good morals. I suppose ya never know though 🤷♀️ either way, I hope you were jk.
I am just now seeing your response David! Thanks for the link. The link changed to 404 sometime over the past 4 years. I hope they are still making them.
This is a beautiful concept..but I couldn't see myself living in a place like this. I commend people for taking a step like this. I hope it's everything you want ❤
Bryce you are very cool and brave man who dare to live in this tent ! I love it ! It is must be very specail feeling to live over there !You make the life very beautiful ! Very cool !
I've had two for 6 years or so. They are not up year round and one is fluted for a stove in winter. Aside from a few not so essential elastic straps pulling off they have stood the test of time. The most I've gone out though is tops 10 days. Far to heavy to carry any considerable distance unfortunately.
David Zetterlund it's country living there is bugs no matter what but the tent area prob be pretty bug free if he keeps it shut.... any bug can get in the bathroom outside living gotta be one with the bugs
You are such a cool person, I really appreciate your work to show people how it is possible to live small, and be happy... and with that tent 🏕.... I really envy you.... keep up the good work. 👍.
Love, love, love it!! :) I had actually contacted them on back, to see about living in one year round and was told that the tents were not really made to be year round tents. Has that changed this year?
Hey Diva. The fire certainly helps a bit, but as the tents have zero insulation, it's still really only suitable for warmer climates or summer living (as is my case). However, it would be possible to find a way to insulate the tent to make it work for year round living. Perhaps in a similar way to how yurts are insulated.
I love everything about this! I might create a removable insulation wrap to wrap around the bathroom during the winter, or create some sort of fire pit to encase it in heat.
I'd probably be having a shower once a week in Winter if I had to live there. Just imagining the draft through the bamboo sticks is giving me the chills.
Great video ... Thank you! You did an excellent job on the furniture and the overall installation. I especially like the radiant heat fan. I think that this tent would be great as a temporary living space or as a cottage for weekend getaways.
I absolutely love it, no judgement here....you're very lucky, I'm homeless for two years and no I'm a not a drunk or drug addict or criminal...I've been on my own from a very young age I'm mom dad grandma and grandpa...I got very sick almost died and had no one to help me...this would be heaven to me no complaints to save money be comfortable safe and buy my own home
Show us how it behaves on strong wind and snow? Everything is great while weather is fine, but where I'm from winds can blow up to 150 km/h and more, think you will be blown away in this..
+Red Jack Obviously, as with all structures you need to build to your climate zone. I live in a sub-tropical region, where it doesn't snow. It's extremely rare for the temperature to drop even close to freezing. In saying that, this was constructed as a summer home, I don't intend to live here in the winter. As for storms, we occasionally get the tail end of cyclones, but its very rare to get extreme storm conditions. I've also chosen a location where the tent is well sheltered from the most aggressive winds and so far, I haven't had any problems with high winds.
+dustyblue2ify Hey there. The tent is on land which belongs to friends. Once I move into my Tiny House, they will use this space for woofers, or as a BnB. :)
The bathroom scares me because I can imagine a lot of bugs coming in 😢reminds me of when I visited my grandparents at Mexico. There were so many scorpions hanging out in the outhouse while I was bathing in a giant tin bin. I was so frightened to get out, the water got so cold by the time the scorpions walked away.
Love it!! If the climate where you live allows you to live in this arrangement, it will be a very nice living alternative(where I live I cannot do it), thanks for sharing : )
With all of the many NEW laws being enacted not only in the United States but also in Canada (and Canada is definitely worse) highly recommend you find out what's 'allowed' prior to building anything because unfortunately many people don't think about this and then end up not having any place to park your tiny house and live in it, unless you purchase your land. That being said there are laws in Canada (different in each Province) where even if you own your own land (and then why the need of a tiny house, since land is so damned expensive?)you cannot have just 'whatever you please' on that land either. Due to the explosion of the Tiny House Movement in the States, many Canadians got excited about the possibilities of building their own, only to learn that due to laws, they couldn't live in it, etc. I also understand the U.S. suddenly realized that more and more folks were looking at different alternatives and there are now laws enacted or in the process of, which are similar in structure to those in Canada. It's pathetic really, if one thinks about it, considering the growing populace that are homeless and the GREEDY banks and mortgage loan sharks who were the ones to complain to the governments of both countries mentioned to stunt people who wish to live in a smaller place, that they've built and to which is affordable.
Ms40Watts the government does not want you to stop depending on them for everything. They dont want anyone to be self sufficient. Thats why they create laws to keep you in their grips
Ms40Watts you are absolutely right some people find out about local rules after they sink a lot of money in a project. Governments and big companies will keep putting up as many roadblocks as they can think of. I want our country back from the tyrants. That's a little off base but your right.
I live in the Northeast area of the United States. With the exception of Maine, most states surrounding mine have insanely strict building codes. It's sad, because we have some beautiful rural areas, and as I'm currently apartment hunting, it's SO frustrating to see the cheapest units (i.e., not in great areas or on 2nd or 3rd floors) starting at $1200 / month. I love Massachusetts. I was born and raised here. We even live in the more 'affirdable' part of the state...but the cost of living is stifling and makes it so hard to get ahead. It's literally either buy a house, rent an apartment, or live with family.....those are your options. I'd imagine many people just take the risk and live on friends or families land, but then if you get caught you lose your house! What kind of life is that?
Yeah, for the self proclaimed "land of the free " there's definitely an awful lot of regulations and taxes that essentially make it illegal to live outside the system. Modern serfdom.
Winter storms would make this an ice coffin where I'm at. The cold would kill me first, then the winds would destroy and bury this all around me. Quaint though, cheers.
have you looked up lotus belle tents? They're considerably more costly. Like $2300 USD costly. Just for the tent. Granted, the idea was to escape the rent trap which would mean, depending on how long he stayed in the tent, and how much his weekly/monthly rent would have been, it would have easily paid itself off, rendering the earlier "costly project for a temporary home" comment irrelevant. (also, yeah I know, replying on months old comments but wtv. I'm always late to the party anyways)
Its a high end $3600 tent..a few thousand for everything else. I am a travel nurse, currently in a "extended stay hotel" a tiny studio with a kitchenette- in Ohio paying $350 a week until my next assignment starts in DC where I will be paying $630 a week for a week for the same accomadations for the next 13 weeks.. 13 weeks times $630 a week equals $8190. Basically its the equivalent 2 or 3 months rent . I would love to have this tent in the woods of VA or MD half an hour from the DC beltway.
+elizabeth “livefree” barrett Jesus that's a lot of money. I've lived in a motel & also paid $350 a week before so I know how that is. Since you know how long you're gonna be out there, is it possible to rent an apartment/studio that offers month to month leasing or rent a room from someone? My wallet hurts for you knowing that you're gonna pay almost what I pay for a month in one week! No one should be charged that much for 7 days.
Just get a campervan. You can park them at most Walmarts and save a few hundred bucks a month. It's better than a house where you'll be stuck with a crappy neighbor.
When you do something like this, what do you look for in the land paperwork for restrictions to make sure you can live there without trouble? There must be something you look for with restrictions, etc right?
After watching countless videos of your tours it is so strange to see you touring your own place :'D
For sure that is not his place where he is living. It is just a show.
@@seeithappen1 he has a tiny house now with his current partner, so he's not living here anymore
This was his first tours. I remember him when he started about 5 years ago.
Do people need permit to build it on vacant land? Or....Are people allowed to build just anywhere on vacant land?
Its an ad.. Stupid
It's super nice. I would just continue living in that and forget the tiny house. But I would rethink the bathroom for winter use.
I thought of that too. Like a yurt.
Extra bamboo poles woven into the gaps & on the outside of walls would add extra wind break & insulation.
Mildrid J What about children etc. It's short term thinking.
Western Survival not everyone has interest in children.
Mildrid J Ya just move the shitter beside the bed! And use it for a breakfast table...No?
THAT TENT IS SO ROMANTIC
+Sophie Dupré I have a tent....................yes they are
Sophie Dupré Exactly what I was thinking...This looks so cozy & romantic. & Imagine when it rains.
Sophie Dupré Until the couple get cabin fever?
Sophie Dupré very!!!
But then you can just go outside. Sit or take a walk.
I am Thai, living in Thailand. Never have to worry about winter so this tent is just perfect.
Even thought I am not shopping for a home, I have enjoyed seeing all the amazing living spaces people have created. And your tent is absolutely zen. Thank you for doing these videos!
Wow I didn't know Bryce was a real pioneer of the tiny house movement like this! What a cool option for people building onsite or otherwise with tiny homes on wheels or fixed.
You are always so enthusiastic about others’ projects ! Really nice to see your own project !
Im from the Philippines and i've been watching all your videos of tiny house's.. Im saving right now.. And hopefully in the future i'll have my own place just perfect for me.. Cheers for more years to your show 😊😊
Good stuff, nice to see someone living free and happy.
I don't even think I'd bother building a tiny house, I love the idea of living in a canvas bell tent and from what (admittedly little) research I've done it looks like a totally feasible option ^_^
The British Pilgrim yeah I'd love to live in a big yurt. i got a family and I think it would be a fun idea and honestly only real way ill probably ever own anything close to my own house. only thing id need is electricity and water/plumbing lol i love the outdoors but dont think me and my family love it enough to lose those things.
how does he get water??
Good luck with the animals lol
If it came with an insulated option it would be perfect, if you could find a place where the code allowed it.
@Fish Lover a tornado takes down a stick built home too, you need a tornado shelter in the ground, even with a stick built.
Seriously people who keep commenting this won't work in their winter wonderland well not everyone lives in permanent snow! Plus the steppes of Mongolia is a very cold place and people live in tents like this and they are still alive!
It's all about what you are accustomed to and what you are willing to tolerate/accept as part of your life/lifestyle. Yes I live in the subtropical southeastern US city, and while it looks great, I doubt that it would work here. I'm not saying it couldn't work here, I'm saying no homeowner would want it to. Think of it this way, say you lived and owned a home worth $100,000 (and most likely more than twice that) Would you really want someone setting up a tent home that he built for $1000-3000 total? Don't think so, what would that do to the value of what you have?
i live in Florida, whats a winter? lol
PinayBeautyAndStyle their not speaking for everyone, they are speaking for themselves.
Mixtape Mania, 😂😂😂😂😂👏👌
yes im in texas and the bathroom design sounds lovely to me
Im in love with it!!! the forestry dept has put up these kind of canvas tents, and i was blessed to stay in one...25.00 for the night but oh it was grand night!!!
What a beautiful set up!
You certainly have an eye for aesthetics, beauty, minimalism, and practicality.
I'm in love with how you created the whimsical bathroom.
Bravo.
+Elaine Marie Thanks so much Elaine! I had a really great time putting this all together. I really wanted to create a space that would compliment the beautiful surroundings of the land too. Glad you like it! :)
Love, love, love it. If I were 35 years younger, I'd be doing the same thing.
twominutetips do ittttttt treat yo self
No you wouldn't.
Another polished video. I really enjoyed it. Well done on your new home. Cheers Paul
Thanks Paul! I'm really enjoying keeping up with your journey too. :)
+Living Big In A Tiny House Very nice work. Thank you for the impression. Which area are you in? Don't you have problems with freezing plumbing in the winter? How do you prevent it?
+yxcvmk Hey there. I'm in Auckland, New Zealand. so it never really gets cold enough to worry about any freezing plumbing or anything.
@Living Big In A Tiny House: How much did that stove run you?
This place is more than comfortable. It's cozy and romantic. I'm in love at the first sight. Wonderful place ♡♡♡
Omg I love you. Thank you for all the work you've done with these videos,It made me have something to look forward to do and that means a lot to me.
I love that you call it the rent trap. Our house is paid off and student loans are paid but I covet these tiny houses and smart living spaces. It seems so futuristic and charming.
Nice, Clean and beatiful....just love it !!!!
+ysa herrera Thanks! It's certainly been a beautiful home for me over the last few months. :)
+Living Big In A Tiny House Lovely video, and lovely space. LBIATH, how much would that whole setup cost to make, please, including tent cost, and solar and gas set up, etc? Do you own the land you put it on? Thanks for a reply. :)
+Living Big In A Tiny House How has it been living in the tent? Did you encounter any difficulties? Once you Tiny House is finished what you you going to do with the tent? Maybe rent it for AirBnB? I'm really curious! I've binged watched all your videos and really want to get my own tiny house or tent! I[m looking forward to touring your tiny house!
They are very high quality, I have recently been living in one as well
So sad to see all these negative or joking comments.
This is amazing! I would LOVE to live like that!
And eventho there's not many stuff in your tent, it still looks nice and warm.
Love this!
that's very creative. What would you do with the tent once you build your house? I think that that's what a lot of people should do. We could stand up against the big housing construction industry. And we could simplify Our Lives and not be roped into costly home repairs and luxury home goods that we probably don't need or use at all. I think you're doing the right thing by living that way.
Housing construction is less of an issue over inflated land cost in high demand areas.
I just have to write it!
I opened a bunch of videos from your channel on Tiny houses and did not expect to see your own house at all. Your house turned out to be of high quality, minimalistic and beautiful, these 3 words describe the essence of my style! Thanks to you, I just figured it out!
Thank you.
The light in there is wonderful
+TheMaryb1 It really is! It's one of my favourite things about the space. :)
Looks like an ENORMOUS Hersheys Kiss-the new white chocolate Kisses,lol....But it does appear to have all the necessities and comforts you need,pretty awesome and functional:-)
He looks like yummy white chocolate xoxox
lol cute comment
😂😂😂😂hahah
Wow, very impressive, stylish, elegant, beautiful etc etc etc... and it appears peaceful...
+Rossie Dalton Thanks! The space really is wonderfully peaceful. The location helps a lot for that too though!
+Calcipher Cartographer - Agreed! I don't think I'd be allowed that in my local park or countryside.
I never considered myself a tiny house person, but as I watch your videos.....and then the light bulb moment- with the title of this one "escape the rent trap"escape the mortgage trap! I really think I'm turning into really wanting a situation like this thank you
Very cool idea. My concern as a woman would be my safety. Canvas won't stop a burglar, or worse.
Kat James a regular house won't stop a burglary either, you know how easy it is to kick a door down or break a glass window😂 hoses get robbed all the time this is literally no different. Just like you would in a house arm your self in your tent as well..
A gun will. A man with a gun surely will.
Prison bus
Here in my country our windows have bars, same with the doors. If I don't feel safe in a house without bars, I would feel way less safe in a place like that xDDDD But it's cool for those who live in a safe place and can afford it ;D
In a house you have room to run or hide. Also, psychologically, a burglar would probably feel more temptation to rob a tent than a house, since they look easier to break in.
Living in a space like that clears your mind, makes you creative and appreciative and in touch with nature, what a great place to do yoga as well or meditate or paint ... I'd go tomorrow! specially if it includes that man inside... haha love from Spain! xx
What about the land you're on? Is this public space? Legal? Or private land, with some sort of rent?
I really love your home, so simple cost-effective and eco-friendly.
Yeah I'm not so sure about the bathroom or its walls.
Nobody trying to get close enough to spy into toilet.
Or the bridge to get there.
Who cares about your opinion
Flies... And mosquitoes at night.
Im 13 years into my trap, and seeing you be able travel that much is amazing.
i like, but what about freezing pipes? that bathroom area looks mighty chilly when the temps drop below freezing... i've camped in the winter and it sucks taking a dump in the snow....
+KingTesticus Not a problem in my climate zone. Naturally, if you are building in a place where you have those problems you would need to take a different approach.
Right, I wonder?
It doesn't snow in NZ. The mean temperature in NZ is around 10 °C (50 °F) in the South Island and 16 °C (61 °F) in the North. Which is where the majority of New Zealanders live including where this tent is set up (I'm assuming).
I'm in my late 50's now. I really wished I would have taken a leap when I was in my 20:'s. And something like this would have made great memories. Ejoy your live and live it to the fullest.
this reminds me of the tent that harry and the weasleys stayed in during the tri wizard cup 😅
I would love to compete in the tri wizard cup.
Seeing you show tiny houses all the time made me wonder if you had a tiny house as well and I just got my answer,I love that tent and I'm in love with tiny houses,keep up the good work
Love this! In any of your videos did you cover how you tied down the belle tent? I'd love to set my stargazer up similar to your tent, with a smaller pitch radius. Your setup is brilliant!
Building a tiny home....this tent is totally awesome. Expensive yes but for what you have well worth it. Look forward to your home build.
When you moved on to the tiny house, did you take this down or did you find someone who wanted to move in? Curious what you do with this place after moving out. How long did you live there?
That is just adorable. It's like a womb. Warm and cozy
I would love to stay in these kinds of tents but if I'm alone in the forest at the middle of the night , it would probably be a nightmare
+Ong Huay Xin trust me buddy, theres way more to fear in the middle of a city.
I would be too nervous living exposed with no view of my surroundings, especially at night.
Forget the house, I'd live in that the rest of my life. Decent vegetable garden out the front, spot on.
Imagine saving all the month's income by living rent free in this cool camp! 😋
Why am i just running across this videi for the first time? This is amazing! I could live in one of these quite happily.
you drink too much of that wine and that bridge is going to become a problem
that bridge is only a problem for sugar drunks...morbidly obese and addicted to sugar...sound familiar?
that's what I was thinking!
someone with a sense of humor
nativepride818 lmao
Lmao
Wow that's fantastic!!!
Very simple and very nice ,simple is better..
Great job mate, thanks for sharing your home
This is gorgeous! I never saw one of these before. Yurts are my favorite but I have yet to find a county that allows you to live in one permanently. At least, in the Western U.S.A.
Beautiful space. Love the bathroom treefort.
Ohhh Bryce, that is absolutely gorgeous, very nice!! I Love that table you scored, what a bargain! I can't believe you made such an informative video in 7 min. Love it!!🙌👏🙌
Our aspirations keep shrinking. Tiny house -> van-life -> tent-life?
Maybe this is the key to keeping the planet going.
@@jadedone6900not to mention it's also very rewarding to live off the land and be away from problems that you can only solve with money lol
...paper bag...
Next step live under a bridge, cardboard box toilet. 🤦🏻♂️
@@OlsVicDash "van life" is already homelessness!
I was hoping that you were going to build a tiny home since you do go check out so many..I truly love this and love your Personality ...love all of your video's that you make and share with us all...Great Job..
I find that tent really nice. But my only concern is. How is living without windows for a long period of time?
It has windows, gotta roll it up.
You’re a strong guy, externally and internally, most of all! I love your attitude!
should've built a canopy going from the tent entrance to the bathroom for when it rains. also, probably should've water proofed the canvas for the bathroom. overall though, well done.
Very nice, I'd live there and enjoy every minute of it! As long as it's in a private secluded space! Nice tent, love the stove, solar panel, running water, wow!
The bathroom outside reminded me of shrek's shed 😂😂
beautifully put together & clever - canvas can be sealed; in winter the bathroom could be trimmed with the thick clear plastic outdoor seating in restaurants and bars use. Nice aesthetic & yeah, love the swing bridge :) nice work
Great job. The space looks fantastic!
+Phresh Thanks! :)
Gosh, I just LOVE the Lotus Belle ..beautiful...perfect !
What did the property owners say when they found out you were living in their backyard ?
Ryan lol lol lol😂😂😂😂
They said could you turn the lights off when you leave? As they flew to Australia because New Zealand has more sheep than people at this point.
🤣🤣🤣
He's the property owner silly! That's why he's building his home on the land & living in the lotus bell and all that.. don't ya think the guy who interviews thousands of people about their tiny homes would at least know better than to camp on someone's land without their knowledge 🤔😆 also, he seems to have good morals. I suppose ya never know though 🤷♀️ either way, I hope you were jk.
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love this.. the bedside tables are amazing. never heard of or seen till this video . i could probably live quite happily in something like this
Can you provide a link for the wood stove? It looks like it could be perfect for my tiny house on wheels.
Does lotus belle still make a stove or was it discontinued?
I am just now seeing your response David! Thanks for the link. The link changed to 404 sometime over the past 4 years. I hope they are still making them.
This is a beautiful concept..but I couldn't see myself living in a place like this. I commend people for taking a step like this. I hope it's everything you want ❤
there is something special about living in a circle :)
Bryce you are very cool and brave man who dare to live in this tent ! I love it ! It is must be very specail feeling to live over there !You make the life very beautiful ! Very cool !
I've heard these only last a year or 2 at most, Is it still standing after 4 years?
I've had two for 6 years or so. They are not up year round and one is fluted for a stove in winter. Aside from a few not so essential elastic straps pulling off they have stood the test of time. The most I've gone out though is tops 10 days. Far to heavy to carry any considerable distance unfortunately.
Thank you for doing composting the RIGHT way. Well done, what a great space.
Are bugs and such a problem? if so how do you deal with them?
David Zetterlund it's country living there is bugs no matter what but the tent area prob be pretty bug free if he keeps it shut.... any bug can get in the bathroom outside living gotta be one with the bugs
You are such a cool person, I really appreciate your work to show people how it is possible to live small, and be happy... and with that tent 🏕.... I really envy you.... keep up the good work. 👍.
Love, love, love it!! :) I had actually contacted them on back, to see about living in one year round and was told that the tents were not really made to be year round tents. Has that changed this year?
Hey Diva. The fire certainly helps a bit, but as the tents have zero insulation, it's still really only suitable for warmer climates or summer living (as is my case). However, it would be possible to find a way to insulate the tent to make it work for year round living. Perhaps in a similar way to how yurts are insulated.
+Living Big In A Tiny House i'm hoping when the tiny house is finished , the tent will stay on as a guest-tent or as a rental on Airbnb ?
+Living Big In A Tiny House are you Cambodia cause I saw a statue.from Cambodia
Agree...I was thinking felt and such, like a tipi, but due to the wall formation, which I love, I'm not sure how I'd add anything to fit properly.
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I love everything about this! I might create a removable insulation wrap to wrap around the bathroom during the winter, or create some sort of fire pit to encase it in heat.
You are adorable!
Very cool idea, lovely!
Aw, thank-you! :)
I'd probably be having a shower once a week in Winter if I had to live there. Just imagining the draft through the bamboo sticks is giving me the chills.
This is a brilliant idea for refugee Syrian families in the Middle East that were victims of the civil war.
Shadia Jonas this is already how they're living and the UN labels it as "torture" and "infringement of basic rights"
they're not living in tents this big or with running water or heat
"Civil war"? *More like Israel-USA supporting terrorists who fight against the Syrian people and government!*
Great video ... Thank you! You did an excellent job on the furniture and the overall installation. I especially like the radiant heat fan. I think that this tent would be great as a temporary living space or as a cottage for weekend getaways.
I would pay a lot of money just to live there for maybe a MONTH! Btw.. how much is it ? I mean if you can create another one?
I absolutely love it, no judgement here....you're very lucky, I'm homeless for two years and no I'm a not a drunk or drug addict or criminal...I've been on my own from a very young age I'm mom dad grandma and grandpa...I got very sick almost died and had no one to help me...this would be heaven to me no complaints to save money be comfortable safe and buy my own home
GO 4 A YURT. YOU CAN STUCCO OR REINFORCE IT. You can add plumbing, . a kitchen and a bathroom, etc. basic Yurt is $8,000.00.
8 grand. ..you may as well buy lumber and plywood and build for that price
Absolutely loving it, I could picture myself there too.. Enjoy to the fullest, cheers...
Show us how it behaves on strong wind and snow? Everything is great while weather is fine, but where I'm from winds can blow up to 150 km/h and more, think you will be blown away in this..
+Red Jack Obviously, as with all structures you need to build to your climate zone. I live in a sub-tropical region, where it doesn't snow. It's extremely rare for the temperature to drop even close to freezing. In saying that, this was constructed as a summer home, I don't intend to live here in the winter. As for storms, we occasionally get the tail end of cyclones, but its very rare to get extreme storm conditions. I've also chosen a location where the tent is well sheltered from the most aggressive winds and so far, I haven't had any problems with high winds.
Happy to see you show around ur own construction 😀 by the way I’m from India and I really wish we had that huge amount of open land here 😞
What has your experience with predators been at this place?
Love that tent and the tiki bathroom! Perfect! I could live in one easily!
nice vid so do you own your land or rent/lease the land your on?
+dustyblue2ify Hey there. The tent is on land which belongs to friends. Once I move into my Tiny House, they will use this space for woofers, or as a BnB. :)
what is the name of the woofing farm? :)
I appreciate so much about your channel! So happy to see you touring your own tiny house :D
The bathroom scares me because I can imagine a lot of bugs coming in 😢reminds me of when I visited my grandparents at Mexico. There were so many scorpions hanging out in the outhouse while I was bathing in a giant tin bin. I was so frightened to get out, the water got so cold by the time the scorpions walked away.
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Love it!! If the climate where you live allows you to live in this arrangement, it will be a very nice living alternative(where I live I cannot do it), thanks for sharing : )
With all of the many NEW laws being enacted not only in the United States but also in Canada (and Canada is definitely worse) highly recommend you find out what's 'allowed' prior to building anything because unfortunately many people don't think about this and then end up not having any place to park your tiny house and live in it, unless you purchase your land. That being said there are laws in Canada (different in each Province) where even if you own your own land (and then why the need of a tiny house, since land is so damned expensive?)you cannot have just 'whatever you please' on that land either. Due to the explosion of the Tiny House Movement in the States, many Canadians got excited about the possibilities of building their own, only to learn that due to laws, they couldn't live in it, etc. I also understand the U.S. suddenly realized that more and more folks were looking at different alternatives and there are now laws enacted or in the process of, which are similar in structure to those in Canada. It's pathetic really, if one thinks about it, considering the growing populace that are homeless and the GREEDY banks and mortgage loan sharks who were the ones to complain to the governments of both countries mentioned to stunt people who wish to live in a smaller place, that they've built and to which is affordable.
Ms40Watts the government does not want you to stop depending on them for everything. They dont want anyone to be self sufficient. Thats why they create laws to keep you in their grips
Yes - we must fight these laws on all levels. The governments worst enemy is people living self sustainably
Ms40Watts you are absolutely right some people find out about local rules after they sink a lot of money in a project. Governments and big companies will keep putting up as many roadblocks as they can think of. I want our country back from the tyrants. That's a little off base but your right.
I live in the Northeast area of the United States. With the exception of Maine, most states surrounding mine have insanely strict building codes. It's sad, because we have some beautiful rural areas, and as I'm currently apartment hunting, it's SO frustrating to see the cheapest units (i.e., not in great areas or on 2nd or 3rd floors) starting at $1200 / month.
I love Massachusetts. I was born and raised here. We even live in the more 'affirdable' part of the state...but the cost of living is stifling and makes it so hard to get ahead.
It's literally either buy a house, rent an apartment, or live with family.....those are your options. I'd imagine many people just take the risk and live on friends or families land, but then if you get caught you lose your house! What kind of life is that?
Yeah, for the self proclaimed "land of the free " there's definitely an awful lot of regulations and taxes that essentially make it illegal to live outside the system. Modern serfdom.
So happy he got his tiny like wat hung him do and interiew all the others. It's nice suprise 🙌🏾✨
Seems to be SciFi. Tent 5x5 / inside 15x15. Outhouse bathroom 3x3 / inside it's 8x6 feet. 🤔🤣
I love the design of your bathroom. It mixed with the environment.
meanwhile. ...back in the Peruvian Rain forest. .... i can dream.
Winter storms would make this an ice coffin where I'm at. The cold would kill me first, then the winds would destroy and bury this all around me. Quaint though, cheers.
Quite a costly project for a 'temporary' home.
Cost of stove and solar can be transferred to tiny home.
Roomy tents are $100-300. Total budget can be $500-5000.
we don't gave wsl mart in new zealand
have you looked up lotus belle tents? They're considerably more costly. Like $2300 USD costly. Just for the tent.
Granted, the idea was to escape the rent trap which would mean, depending on how long he stayed in the tent, and how much his weekly/monthly rent would have been, it would have easily paid itself off, rendering the earlier "costly project for a temporary home" comment irrelevant.
(also, yeah I know, replying on months old comments but wtv. I'm always late to the party anyways)
Its a high end $3600 tent..a few thousand for everything else. I am a travel nurse, currently in a "extended stay hotel" a tiny studio with a kitchenette- in Ohio paying $350 a week until my next assignment starts in DC where I will be paying $630 a week for a week for the same accomadations for the next 13 weeks.. 13 weeks times $630 a week equals $8190. Basically its the equivalent 2 or 3 months rent . I would love to have this tent in the woods of VA or MD half an hour from the DC beltway.
+elizabeth “livefree” barrett Jesus that's a lot of money. I've lived in a motel & also paid $350 a week before so I know how that is. Since you know how long you're gonna be out there, is it possible to rent an apartment/studio that offers month to month leasing or rent a room from someone? My wallet hurts for you knowing that you're gonna pay almost what I pay for a month in one week! No one should be charged that much for 7 days.
Love this home, beautiful and even eco friendly wish we could all live in such peace like this
Just get a campervan. You can park them at most Walmarts and save a few hundred bucks a month. It's better than a house where you'll be stuck with a crappy neighbor.
The residents in Osprey, Fl do not allow any RVs in the Walmart parking lot.
i don't think i'd be comfortable living in a van because i have ptsd from being homeless before
And I love the idea of making yourself available for the wildlife such as bears and big cats for dinner, very eco friendly.
hipsters paradise
When you do something like this, what do you look for in the land paperwork for restrictions to make sure you can live there without trouble? There must be something you look for with restrictions, etc right?
the only problem with all these houses is the security ... I don't know how it works out?