Escaping the Rent Trap - Simple Living In A Lotus Belle Tent

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  • @callummackay8613
    @callummackay8613 7 ปีที่แล้ว +598

    After watching countless videos of your tours it is so strange to see you touring your own place :'D

    • @seeithappen1
      @seeithappen1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      For sure that is not his place where he is living. It is just a show.

    • @marishkaspirit
      @marishkaspirit 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@seeithappen1 he has a tiny house now with his current partner, so he's not living here anymore

    • @irisenamorado
      @irisenamorado 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This was his first tours. I remember him when he started about 5 years ago.

    • @softsusy
      @softsusy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do people need permit to build it on vacant land? Or....Are people allowed to build just anywhere on vacant land?

    • @ankitcoolvideos
      @ankitcoolvideos 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its an ad.. Stupid

  • @mildridj3423
    @mildridj3423 8 ปีที่แล้ว +388

    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.

    • @noirboheme4234
      @noirboheme4234 8 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I thought of that too. Like a yurt.

    • @bushbeachlifestyle6721
      @bushbeachlifestyle6721 8 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Extra bamboo poles woven into the gaps & on the outside of walls would add extra wind break & insulation.

    • @western4302
      @western4302 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mildrid J What about children etc. It's short term thinking.

    • @aleah7618
      @aleah7618 7 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      Western Survival not everyone has interest in children.

    • @rockypruden4492
      @rockypruden4492 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Mildrid J Ya just move the shitter beside the bed! And use it for a breakfast table...No?

  • @sophiedupre9375
    @sophiedupre9375 9 ปีที่แล้ว +507

    THAT TENT IS SO ROMANTIC

    • @putheflamesou
      @putheflamesou 9 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      +Sophie Dupré I have a tent....................yes they are

    • @malloryvalerie1425
      @malloryvalerie1425 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Sophie Dupré Exactly what I was thinking...This looks so cozy & romantic. & Imagine when it rains.

    • @withgoddess7164
      @withgoddess7164 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Sophie Dupré Until the couple get cabin fever?

    • @vtp3332
      @vtp3332 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sophie Dupré very!!!

    • @ih82r8
      @ih82r8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      But then you can just go outside. Sit or take a walk.

  • @LMKTinyForest
    @LMKTinyForest 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am Thai, living in Thailand. Never have to worry about winter so this tent is just perfect.

  • @AlanWattResistance
    @AlanWattResistance 8 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Good stuff, nice to see someone living free and happy.

  • @jeromelouis5995
    @jeromelouis5995 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are always so enthusiastic about others’ projects ! Really nice to see your own project !

  • @PinayBeautyandStyle
    @PinayBeautyandStyle 8 ปีที่แล้ว +335

    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!

    • @sfljack
      @sfljack 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      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?

    • @mixtapemania6769
      @mixtapemania6769 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      i live in Florida, whats a winter? lol

    • @JH-hx2cl
      @JH-hx2cl 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      PinayBeautyAndStyle their not speaking for everyone, they are speaking for themselves.

    • @ats6880
      @ats6880 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mixtape Mania, 😂😂😂😂😂👏👌

    • @camillenicole4585
      @camillenicole4585 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      yes im in texas and the bathroom design sounds lovely to me

  • @oregonhoney9106
    @oregonhoney9106 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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!

  • @izapata100
    @izapata100 8 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    Nice, Clean and beatiful....just love it !!!!

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      +ysa herrera Thanks! It's certainly been a beautiful home for me over the last few months. :)

    • @fozzybear8878
      @fozzybear8878 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +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. :)

    • @veritorossi
      @veritorossi 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      +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!

    • @NaturesBe5t
      @NaturesBe5t 8 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      They are very high quality, I have recently been living in one as well

  • @vavalav6142
    @vavalav6142 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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 😊😊

  • @thebritishpilgrim4850
    @thebritishpilgrim4850 7 ปีที่แล้ว +262

    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 ^_^

    • @lif3l3ssgaming
      @lif3l3ssgaming 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      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.

    • @EnergiA854
      @EnergiA854 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      how does he get water??

    • @SooperFerneE
      @SooperFerneE 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good luck with the animals lol

    • @davidmaddon554
      @davidmaddon554 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If it came with an insulated option it would be perfect, if you could find a place where the code allowed it.

    • @angelgirldebbiejo
      @angelgirldebbiejo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @Fish Lover a tornado takes down a stick built home too, you need a tornado shelter in the ground, even with a stick built.

  • @kathleenduval1309
    @kathleenduval1309 8 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    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!!!

  • @paulcreatesuccess
    @paulcreatesuccess 9 ปีที่แล้ว +190

    Another polished video. I really enjoyed it. Well done on your new home. Cheers Paul

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks Paul! I'm really enjoying keeping up with your journey too. :)

    • @yxcvmk
      @yxcvmk 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +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?

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      +yxcvmk Hey there. I'm in Auckland, New Zealand. so it never really gets cold enough to worry about any freezing plumbing or anything.

    • @poetry-n-motion5563
      @poetry-n-motion5563 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Living Big In A Tiny House: How much did that stove run you?

  • @twominutetips
    @twominutetips 7 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Love, love, love it. If I were 35 years younger, I'd be doing the same thing.

    • @inaty22
      @inaty22 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      twominutetips do ittttttt treat yo self

    • @jacob21876
      @jacob21876 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No you wouldn't.

  • @elainemarie9470
    @elainemarie9470 9 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    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.

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      +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! :)

  • @carlyh6913
    @carlyh6913 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.

  • @roberthansen2008
    @roberthansen2008 8 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    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.

    • @ih82r8
      @ih82r8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Housing construction is less of an issue over inflated land cost in high demand areas.

  • @evi4822
    @evi4822 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This place is more than comfortable. It's cozy and romantic. I'm in love at the first sight. Wonderful place ♡♡♡

  • @TheMaryb1
    @TheMaryb1 9 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The light in there is wonderful

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      +TheMaryb1 It really is! It's one of my favourite things about the space. :)

  • @rebeccanascimento8234
    @rebeccanascimento8234 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    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.

  • @rossied198
    @rossied198 9 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Wow, very impressive, stylish, elegant, beautiful etc etc etc... and it appears peaceful...

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Rossie Dalton Thanks! The space really is wonderfully peaceful. The location helps a lot for that too though!

    • @SoundMediaVibes
      @SoundMediaVibes 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Calcipher Cartographer - Agreed! I don't think I'd be allowed that in my local park or countryside.

  • @monickalynn4365
    @monickalynn4365 7 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    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:-)

  • @arianaa2734
    @arianaa2734 8 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Yeah I'm not so sure about the bathroom or its walls.

    • @Feedback4Utoday
      @Feedback4Utoday 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nobody trying to get close enough to spy into toilet.

    • @jadedone6900
      @jadedone6900 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Or the bridge to get there.

    • @zoltanember6155
      @zoltanember6155 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who cares about your opinion

    • @ampa4989
      @ampa4989 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Flies... And mosquitoes at night.

  • @dibyohaldar7671
    @dibyohaldar7671 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really love your home, so simple cost-effective and eco-friendly.

  • @valeriaazua
    @valeriaazua 7 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    The bathroom outside reminded me of shrek's shed 😂😂

  • @banagan4604
    @banagan4604 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What about the land you're on? Is this public space? Legal? Or private land, with some sort of rent?

  • @huayxin2682
    @huayxin2682 8 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    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

    • @barneygoldstein7103
      @barneygoldstein7103 8 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      +Ong Huay Xin trust me buddy, theres way more to fear in the middle of a city.

    • @JamesRichardWiley
      @JamesRichardWiley 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I would be too nervous living exposed with no view of my surroundings, especially at night.

  • @louise-yo7kz
    @louise-yo7kz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is just adorable. It's like a womb. Warm and cozy

  • @KingTesticus
    @KingTesticus 9 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    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....

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      +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.

    • @deborahharvey9780
      @deborahharvey9780 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right, I wonder?

    • @TheMunros
      @TheMunros 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      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).

  • @kutestsnails7331
    @kutestsnails7331 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.

  • @nativepride818
    @nativepride818 8 ปีที่แล้ว +494

    you drink too much of that wine and that bridge is going to become a problem

    • @philtripe
      @philtripe 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      that bridge is only a problem for sugar drunks...morbidly obese and addicted to sugar...sound familiar?

    • @victoriaislands8146
      @victoriaislands8146 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      that's what I was thinking!

    • @danlehman7872
      @danlehman7872 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      someone with a sense of humor

    • @richardmcgruder5437
      @richardmcgruder5437 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      nativepride818 lmao

    • @richardmcgruder5437
      @richardmcgruder5437 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lmao

  • @MoonEviris
    @MoonEviris 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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!

  • @katjames7601
    @katjames7601 7 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Very cool idea. My concern as a woman would be my safety. Canvas won't stop a burglar, or worse.

    • @sisqozeke8978
      @sisqozeke8978 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      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..

    • @ih82r8
      @ih82r8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      A gun will. A man with a gun surely will.

    • @ernaletkeman8898
      @ernaletkeman8898 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Prison bus

    • @yatouji
      @yatouji 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      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

    • @joellouisfire
      @joellouisfire 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      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.

  • @TheDiscriminatingSword
    @TheDiscriminatingSword ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @mackenziepayton167
    @mackenziepayton167 9 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    this reminds me of the tent that harry and the weasleys stayed in during the tri wizard cup 😅

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I would love to compete in the tri wizard cup.

  • @bernhardg6187
    @bernhardg6187 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im 13 years into my trap, and seeing you be able travel that much is amazing.

  • @GOTTshua
    @GOTTshua 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Beautiful space. Love the bathroom treefort.

  • @dodecaheathenblue8132
    @dodecaheathenblue8132 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gosh, I just LOVE the Lotus Belle ..beautiful...perfect !

  • @thetinylivingadventure7950
    @thetinylivingadventure7950 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    there is something special about living in a circle :)

  • @blondellerichards5395
    @blondellerichards5395 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely loving it, I could picture myself there too.. Enjoy to the fullest, cheers...

  • @Dan-gs2rv
    @Dan-gs2rv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Imagine saving all the month's income by living rent free in this cool camp! 😋

  • @marjiecleveland
    @marjiecleveland 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love that tent and the tiki bathroom! Perfect! I could live in one easily!

  • @Uwae158
    @Uwae158 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I find that tent really nice. But my only concern is. How is living without windows for a long period of time?

  • @amydecker6207
    @amydecker6207 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why am i just running across this videi for the first time? This is amazing! I could live in one of these quite happily.

  • @katiesbeenyarnified
    @katiesbeenyarnified 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    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?

  • @deeanna5814
    @deeanna5814 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very happy that you’re happy. Thank you for sharing.

  • @MrRefractorman
    @MrRefractorman 8 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    What did the property owners say when they found out you were living in their backyard ?

    • @JewlofTheNile914
      @JewlofTheNile914 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ryan lol lol lol😂😂😂😂

    • @katl1489
      @katl1489 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      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.

    • @marieantoinette666
      @marieantoinette666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @thathobbitlife
      @thathobbitlife 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      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.

    • @ladyk6013
      @ladyk6013 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      😄

  • @laurieannyandabyrd5402
    @laurieannyandabyrd5402 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @philiq18
    @philiq18 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great job. The space looks fantastic!

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Phresh Thanks! :)

  • @aleabello3431
    @aleabello3431 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this home, beautiful and even eco friendly wish we could all live in such peace like this

  • @kristinroche6969
    @kristinroche6969 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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!

  • @TheMoreWeExplore
    @TheMoreWeExplore 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for doing composting the RIGHT way. Well done, what a great space.

  • @ailblentyn
    @ailblentyn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Our aspirations keep shrinking. Tiny house -> van-life -> tent-life?

    • @jadedone6900
      @jadedone6900 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Maybe this is the key to keeping the planet going.

    • @heyyou1911
      @heyyou1911 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@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

    • @michaelarnold417
      @michaelarnold417 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ...paper bag...

    • @OlsVicDash
      @OlsVicDash 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Next step live under a bridge, cardboard box toilet. 🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @ailblentyn
      @ailblentyn 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OlsVicDash "van life" is already homelessness!

  • @alanataylor1106
    @alanataylor1106 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't believe how spacious it is inside! 👍

  • @jillkanto3610
    @jillkanto3610 8 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Can you provide a link for the wood stove? It looks like it could be perfect for my tiny house on wheels.

    • @Earth_angel_abigail
      @Earth_angel_abigail 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does lotus belle still make a stove or was it discontinued?

    • @jillkanto3610
      @jillkanto3610 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @ladyk439
    @ladyk439 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    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 ❤

  • @MysticFiddler1
    @MysticFiddler1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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.

  • @qhazwel
    @qhazwel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am also 6' 4. This is very good to know when watching your videos.

  • @MartyT
    @MartyT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I've heard these only last a year or 2 at most, Is it still standing after 4 years?

    • @lmccampbell
      @lmccampbell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      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.

  • @pampam696969
    @pampam696969 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    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

  • @Ms40Watts
    @Ms40Watts 8 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    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.

    • @butterpecan5642
      @butterpecan5642 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      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

    • @earthlymatters888
      @earthlymatters888 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes - we must fight these laws on all levels. The governments worst enemy is people living self sustainably

    • @theresaromeo5484
      @theresaromeo5484 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      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.

    • @andreagauvin42
      @andreagauvin42 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      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?

    • @geekinutopia5899
      @geekinutopia5899 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @Kolrita
    @Kolrita 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    looks so good to me for a get away to spend some quiet quality time

  • @siampho5197
    @siampho5197 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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.

  • @MonAnthonyEra
    @MonAnthonyEra 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the design of your bathroom. It mixed with the environment.

  • @peaceoutshadia997
    @peaceoutshadia997 7 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    This is a brilliant idea for refugee Syrian families in the Middle East that were victims of the civil war.

    • @theantihero318
      @theantihero318 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Shadia Jonas this is already how they're living and the UN labels it as "torture" and "infringement of basic rights"

    • @laurelsternberg5861
      @laurelsternberg5861 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      they're not living in tents this big or with running water or heat

    • @elisamondragon2849
      @elisamondragon2849 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      "Civil war"? *More like Israel-USA supporting terrorists who fight against the Syrian people and government!*

  • @rachaelwinston3016
    @rachaelwinston3016 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re a strong guy, externally and internally, most of all! I love your attitude!

  • @symphytumtribe1582
    @symphytumtribe1582 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    You are adorable!

  • @annahita2528
    @annahita2528 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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. 👍.

  • @Jin04115
    @Jin04115 7 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    hipsters paradise

  • @caverken
    @caverken 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really good carpentry and design skills. Good craftsmanship.

  • @CosmicTruthTeller
    @CosmicTruthTeller 8 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    Quite a costly project for a 'temporary' home.

    • @22phan
      @22phan 8 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Cost of stove and solar can be transferred to tiny home.
      Roomy tents are $100-300. Total budget can be $500-5000.

    • @jadekayak01
      @jadekayak01 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      we don't gave wsl mart in new zealand

    • @emb9007
      @emb9007 8 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      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)

    • @ebfabulous
      @ebfabulous 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      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.

    • @chailatte7926
      @chailatte7926 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      +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.

  • @fazenate9068
    @fazenate9068 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your alright man your a cool down to earth person. N humble

  • @donmcc6573
    @donmcc6573 5 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Those thin walls won't keep out the zombies.

    • @CRHall-ud9mq
      @CRHall-ud9mq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why do societal cultured people live with so many fears?! I dare them; we're prepared and, they're predictable!

    • @escapetherace1943
      @escapetherace1943 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Ava M bigfoot doesn't live in NZ mate.,
      But yeah here in the states..... we got bigfoot, skinwalkers, and those are only 2 out of many cryptids out here.

  • @liyahluvlove
    @liyahluvlove 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy he got his tiny like wat hung him do and interiew all the others. It's nice suprise 🙌🏾✨

  • @redjack401
    @redjack401 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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..

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +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.

  • @Haze1434
    @Haze1434 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Forget the house, I'd live in that the rest of my life. Decent vegetable garden out the front, spot on.

  • @melaniewillard4007
    @melaniewillard4007 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    meanwhile. ...back in the Peruvian Rain forest. .... i can dream.

  • @ShhhhhhImsleeping
    @ShhhhhhImsleeping 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    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

  • @ksndazed2551
    @ksndazed2551 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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?

  • @restoretheearth2829
    @restoretheearth2829 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Belle Tent is so cool I don't think I would even bother with the tiny house. 😌❤🇺🇸🌳

  • @southbeachmiamiart895
    @southbeachmiamiart895 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    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.

    • @celestecarrera2963
      @celestecarrera2963 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The residents in Osprey, Fl do not allow any RVs in the Walmart parking lot.

    • @michael-dg7ii
      @michael-dg7ii 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      i don't think i'd be comfortable living in a van because i have ptsd from being homeless before

  • @laurensbluerose
    @laurensbluerose 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    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

  • @briankelly85
    @briankelly85 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    wow! there is no place like home...

  • @tristenwilliams558
    @tristenwilliams558 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love these videos they hace such a positive vibe all the time.

  • @777violett
    @777violett 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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.

  • @joebrown7570
    @joebrown7570 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    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

  • @DivaBClub
    @DivaBClub 9 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    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?

    • @livingbig
      @livingbig  9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      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.

    • @jonathandalton2921
      @jonathandalton2921 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +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 ?

    • @rosediamond9351
      @rosediamond9351 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Living Big In A Tiny House are you Cambodia cause I saw a statue.from Cambodia

    • @DivaBClub
      @DivaBClub 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

    • @liyeankueh8644
      @liyeankueh8644 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      1

  • @donnamason8643
    @donnamason8643 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really nice, thanks for sharing and caring. God bless you always ♡from texas

  • @JesusOurKing
    @JesusOurKing 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Seems to be SciFi. Tent 5x5 / inside 15x15. Outhouse bathroom 3x3 / inside it's 8x6 feet. 🤔🤣

  • @ninabaun7028
    @ninabaun7028 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great way to live! Go Bryce go...Love it absolutely!

  • @davidzetterlund538
    @davidzetterlund538 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Are bugs and such a problem? if so how do you deal with them?

    • @HoIlowtree
      @HoIlowtree 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      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

  • @ruthlyons54
    @ruthlyons54 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    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!

  • @sweets2thesweetshop
    @sweets2thesweetshop 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Friday 13th is all I have to say lol😂

  • @dsjanc
    @dsjanc 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    so tranquil and beautiful. We really don't need a huge mansion for comfort and :) happiness.

  • @LetsBeClear87
    @LetsBeClear87 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What has your experience with predators been at this place?

  • @rosesheavenlylove2853
    @rosesheavenlylove2853 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love it! especially if you wanna make something simple for outside, can't wait to see your tiny house.

  • @chiqagolil
    @chiqagolil 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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.

    • @willwalker3150
      @willwalker3150 8 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      8 grand. ..you may as well buy lumber and plywood and build for that price

  • @playwithclay2022
    @playwithclay2022 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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 !

  • @farhita6282
    @farhita6282 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    the only problem with all these houses is the security ... I don't know how it works out?

  • @calxtra5361
    @calxtra5361 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautifully simple and cheap ... lucky man Bryce!!