I like to sew and do crafts, so I never thought I could live this way. But you showed how it can be done. Room for a sewing machine and some craft items is what sells me on this.
This woman is my kind of chick. I am an artist and plan to start my Van life journey next spring. I have scoured the internet and TH-cam looking for storage ideas for all my many artistic hobbies and have found nothing….until now. Thank you so much for this van tour. Now I have some ideas.
It's just so homey. I mean it looks like a home. I'd want a toilet & shower & maybe table, but then again -- we all adapt to our space & needs. To get this far would be incredible. The colors of your woodwork are gorgeous. What a cutting board! & pantry! And those drawers in back are just perfect. Wow! Thank you for sharing (if you're still reading this). Good call, Bob!
"My Dad has a wood shop and showed me how to use the tools." looking at this van, I would say She's a Very Quick learner. Awesome job. She's got good reason to be proud.
I took have been creative with wood a lot. I first built a dog house, then a playhouse and then remodeled my bathroom...then the van. Cabinets are much harder.
She definitely is not a novice the detail in this wood and the layout of everything is awesome but her doing it just after dad show her and her finishing something this nice hummmm idk....
@@Alexgomez411 I think she is a very smart precise and intelligent woman... She sold her busy ness years ago and is basically living of the investment of the sale.. smarter than you or me.. I am not a fast learner and I am scare of power tools
I feel Dads deserve more credit than they often receive in many of these van conversion exposes! It's not that difficult to discern diy from pro builds, if you've been in the game for awhile😉
That is a real work of art! It’s amazing enough on its own, but that she picked up how to do all of that woodwork so quickly *and* then executed it so flawlessly and professionally is truly astounding.
It is so nice, get a portal potty woman you wont regret it! I've a small astro, really putting off the bucket thing, but today's the day I'm getting one,I've had it with holding it,or having to get out! Happy trails..
OMG, I've lived in Pullman for 3 years, and am a former professional photographer and aspiring tiny house liver. How did I not know about this woman before now? So glad TH-cam recommended this video to me!
If the van owner ever reads this post, WOW, that is some top notch carpentry work And design. Glad you are living what I hope is your dream. Very inspiring.
I been working on exotic hard woods and plywood for over 50 years ..and belive me this lady has accomplished a one of a kind work..congratulations just beautiful I absolutely love it
I like this lady. She's so pretty and sweet. And she's so talented. Best van home I have ever seen. It's hard for me to believe what people can do with a van. If you had mentioned doing this a few years ago, people would have looked at you like you were crazy. I just love this van, so much 👍💕💕.
Every time I hear her mention her fathers help I feel a pain in my heart and the impulse to cry. I feel deep grief as I lost my dad at a very young age☹️. I know I’m not alone in this regard, my heart goes out to others who have felt the same sorrow💝 I am grateful for the higher power that seems to love and help me especially since my husband died two years ago🙏
pray for your dad and for your husband. i know you will feel them closer somehow. be blessed and protected! and do not ever feel alone because we have such a great God Who is with us and takes care of us more then our parents will ever do!
I feel your pain , my dear father is so old and frail I worshio him "like a God" I bless your heart and the fact you have acknowledged your dear Dad . I bless you heart for sharing. God love you. And I ain't the religious type. , I just understand what you say . From Canterbury U.K.
She can be anything she wants to be. Great personality and handled the interview very well. Made it easy on Bob not having to ask everything. Whole interview just smoothly flowed.
My husband and I met Terilou at a tiny house convention in San Jose, CA. TL gave us a ‘tour’ of her beautiful van and it’s even more stunning in person. At the time she had a gorgeous quilt she made at the head of her bed - she is a true artist and free spirit. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit! I follow TL on IG-her photos especially from Burning Man, are incredible. Thanks for featuring Teri Lou and her amazing van build!
Teri Lou, this is gorgeous! You are not homeless, you created the home that works for you. I would love to have a Transit, but not in the works right now. I will be following you on Instagram to see the process.
This one of my top five favorite van builds. It's nice when you have a wood shop available with someone knowledgeable and willing to share their craftsmanship. Beautiful.
Anyone can copy these ideas. Lumber stores cut wood and you can rent or borrow tools. Take woodworking classes. Ask at high school woodshop. If there's a will there's a way.
Wow! I didn’t think anyone could be as organized and visually appealing and also good sizes and just really well made. This home could be a retirement home for a single person. Thank you for showing us your beautiful traveling home.
This is such an amazing, practical van build, TeriLou! I repect that your heart is in photography but wow! Just think, you could teach an online class in how to build/organize a van, and charge for your time. Kudos for following your dream, making your mock-up, and to your dad for showing you how to build it. You did great! Thanks Bob, as ever, for finding these talented, inspiring people!
Wow Wow Wow Gorgeous !!! The superior craftsmanship is wonderful. Everything is so well thought out. Your food shelf is fantastic and handy. The aesthetics of this van has me in awe. Everything has a place and it is in it. Standing ovation to youTerry, as well to your Dad, as support and helper. You are lucky to have him in your life. I LOVE IT !😊
I love so much about Teri Lou's van build! A place for bicycles AND ROCKS! So much cleverness in this design. The cabinetry is awesome, as is the pocket door to the cab. Space for crafts! I wish she could build me one!
"I sleep in my car by choice". Like you I always felt protective of the information I sleep in my car when I travel. But while sharing with someone one day she said, you sleep in your car by choice. So now I start out with that. And I have had offers as a travel to stay in peoples homes but I love the freedom to take 5 minutes packing the car and on the road. I am now ready though to move into Van Dwelling. The only thing that I feel I might miss? I love waking up at night in the car and looking at the stars through the car windows.
@Quotius X That profile picture is actually a photo of Fernando Alonso who is a Spanish Racecar driver and yes, he is absolutely beautiful to look at 😊
I am planning to do a Transit conversion too. I just did a two month stint living in my CHEVY TRAX to decide what I needed and what I don't. Definitely live in your car first because, if you can do that the conversion will seem spacious.
Nice, after living in rv for 10 years boon docking in Montana , the one thing I would change is refrigerator to propane -electric I only use propane for refrigerator and you would be surprised how little propane you use for the refrigerator, then you can use all the power from the batteries for other things. I have three solar panels , 4 deep cycle batteries, 1500 watt inverter, and the smallest jotul 602 wood stove in 27 ft rv and have everything I need and only use 40 gallons of propane, fill my tank[ 20 gallon tank] twice every 8 months for propane water heater and refrigerator. Love every minute of the freedom and no bills.
l live in Washington State...paused at 6:34 to say, love the silver tile back splash and in my humble opinion think you should put it on that wall behind you...get a Toaster Oven! l love mine! Almost as fast as a Microwave! lve had to "car camp!" ld never heard anyone use that term before besides me! lol love your Van and stay safe!
This van is KILLER GOOD! Just gorgeous and so retro chic. Beautiful woods and design elements. Functional and stylish, custom and cool, yet practical and logical. With just a little touch of rock and roll. Absolutely love it. ❤️ yes a toilet would be nice, but that detracts nothing from the sheer craftsmanship and artistry of this awesome van living space.
I really love these self built RV's over the commercial ones that cost a kings ransom. The owners get what they want rather than paying for things they'll never use.
@@michaelconchscooter8940 ...true, as some say, they have simply jumped off the rat race of never-ending rent or mortgage payments, and are houseless/landless NOT homeless. For some of us that equates to F-R-E-E-D-O-M!
@@alanj7306 if the van is their home, then they're not homeless. I'd take a van home over rent any day. Now, do I want my own land? 1,000% Do I eventually want to build a cozy cottage on that land? Absolutely. Doesn't detract from the value of a van home in any way.
That is the most beautiful van I have ever seen. Great organization as well. She could give classes on van building or have a business reorganizing other's RVs and Van's.
Stunning wood work..so beautiful !!! I was glad to hear there at the end she had insulated good as that wasn't mentioned in her build description. She is blessed to have a father with such talent and access to tools and wood and willing to share. Thank you for inviting us into your home and I wish you much success as a photographer.
I watch quite a few videos. This is one of the best builds. Well thought out, organized and clean. You can get comfortable in this van and have a sense of accomplishment. Well Done
I agree with you Bob :) What I love about this van build is the craftsmanship- Teri Lou is a true artist! And she finds places in a very tiny space for the things she loves- rocks, lapel pins, and crafts! You can bring anything with you that you truly care about if you are willing to give up space for it :)
HA! We met Teri at a Tiny House event in San Jose a year or so ago. She really is an adventurous gal with a can-do attitude coupled with incredible skill. Teri has inspired me ... I bought a car that will tow and next, is a tiny trailer. All the best Teri! Mama Loves the Beach!
I was a custom cabinet maker for 40 years. This van is a work of art.
I would be proud to own/sleep in that van. You do not look homeless in a van, it's gorgeous!!
I ABSOLUTELY love her traveling rock garden . I have hauled home 100's pounds of fossils and rocks from all over the world 🌎
Your father must be a cabent maker. And he taught you well. The workmanship shows. The van is the best I have seen so far.
All I can say is, "WOW!!!"
The time she & her dad were able to spend together is as wonderful & important as the build!
Agreed
I love the pin boards in this van. I love the personality of the van.
Love the hideaway mirror and "door" to the front of the van!
I like to sew and do crafts, so I never thought I could live this way. But you showed how it can be done. Room for a sewing machine and some craft items is what sells me on this.
It’s really wonderful that she got to make this with her dad. Very sweet.
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I’m a carpenter for 20 years and I’m very impressed with the work you and your dad did to this van..Very Inspirons well, thanks for sharing!
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This woman is my kind of chick. I am an artist and plan to start my Van life journey next spring. I have scoured the internet and TH-cam looking for storage ideas for all my many artistic hobbies and have found nothing….until now. Thank you so much for this van tour. Now I have some ideas.
It's doubtful that this kind of woman would be interested in anyone who still refers to women as chick. Just speaking from experience here.
The best I have ever seen. Smart young lady. 😄😄😄
I spent 24 years in construction and I don't think I could've done that nice of work! Amazing job!
Chad S - What a nice compliment!
Chad S but.... there’s construction and then there’s being a fine finisher..
thanks Chad
Yup people don't get it there's carpenters then there's finish guys and gals that do the detail work extremely well.
Dad worth his weight in gold. Great looking,supremely organized but beautiful
It's just so homey. I mean it looks like a home. I'd want a toilet & shower & maybe table, but then again -- we all adapt to our space & needs. To get this far would be incredible. The colors of your woodwork are gorgeous. What a cutting board! & pantry! And those drawers in back are just perfect. Wow!
Thank you for sharing (if you're still reading this). Good call, Bob!
She's quite talented, gifted. Beautiful work, so homey and classy. Kudos to her, so many people waste time and money. God bless ya!
"My Dad has a wood shop and showed me how to use the tools." looking at this van, I would say She's a Very Quick learner. Awesome job. She's got good reason to be proud.
I'd have to say she's not a novice at woodwork nor using tools!
I took have been creative with wood a lot. I first built a dog house, then a playhouse and then remodeled my bathroom...then the van. Cabinets are much harder.
She definitely is not a novice the detail in this wood and the layout of everything is awesome but her doing it just after dad show her and her finishing something this nice hummmm idk....
@@Alexgomez411 I think she is a very smart precise and intelligent woman... She sold her busy ness years ago and is basically living of the investment of the sale.. smarter than you or me.. I am not a fast learner and I am scare of power tools
I feel Dads deserve more credit than they often receive in many of these van conversion exposes! It's not that difficult to discern diy from pro builds, if you've been in the game for awhile😉
Wow a beautiful lady with her act together she’s a smart prepper and knows what she wants out of life my hats off to her.Eric 😀👍🇺🇸
Terry Lou is fantastic!! 💕💕
Gorgeous build. Her carpentry skills on amazing...
That is a real work of art! It’s amazing enough on its own, but that she picked up how to do all of that woodwork so quickly *and* then executed it so flawlessly and professionally is truly astounding.
I do love sawdust
Incredible. She is a genius in designing and very talented in building. Her Dad taught her well.
It is so nice, get a portal potty woman you wont regret it! I've a small astro, really putting off the bucket thing, but today's the day I'm getting one,I've had it with holding it,or having to get out! Happy trails..
I met her at the Tiny House Fest in Eugene, Oregon in September 2018. I thought that van was very well done.
Thanks Dana
Everyone does a build a bit differently, this is definitely one of the better ones. If we could all be so lucky to have a someone with a wood shop! :)
I was very fortunate and in the last 4.5 years I must say the best has move up a few notches.
A daddy build, her dad build it lol As known as a daddy build giggle.
Yep, that's some kind of wood work. Wow, very beautiful for any setting, but a van, holy crap.
OMG, I've lived in Pullman for 3 years, and am a former professional photographer and aspiring tiny house liver. How did I not know about this woman before now? So glad TH-cam recommended this video to me!
Heather Morgan just enjoyed leading a tour in the Palouse this last week. Such a beautiful part of the world.
If the van owner ever reads this post, WOW, that is some top notch carpentry work
And design. Glad you are living what I hope is your dream. Very inspiring.
I been working on exotic hard woods and plywood for over 50 years ..and belive me this lady has accomplished a one of a kind work..congratulations just beautiful I absolutely love it
A most beautiful build. When she mentioned her rock garden it reminded me of Lucy Ball and the Long, Long Trailer.
That is one beautiful build, she should be very proud. Very good personality also. Good luck in your adventures. ❤👍
Beautiful and very well designed...plus this is the first video I have seen with indoor 🪴!!
I like this lady. She's so pretty and sweet. And she's so talented. Best van home I have ever seen. It's hard for me to believe what people can do with a van. If you had mentioned doing this a few years ago, people would have looked at you like you were crazy. I just love this van, so much 👍💕💕.
Laure Murkuns thanks much!
Welll the ideas actually can go back a ways. I had a nicely done 1969 Westfalia and an unbelievable interior in a 1957 Forester.
The prettiest yet! Wow, love the inlays. Gorgeous build!
Stunning creation. Being organized is blessing. Travel well. Very envious. 💐
How Beautiful. She inspires me to get my camper organized.
I love people who like to keep things organised!
Gotta be one the best builds, ever seen ! 🇺🇸😁
Every time I hear her mention her fathers help I feel a pain in my heart and the impulse to cry. I feel deep grief as I lost my dad at a very young age☹️. I know I’m not alone in this regard, my heart goes out to others who have felt the same sorrow💝 I am grateful for the higher power that seems to love and help me especially since my husband died two years ago🙏
pray for your dad and for your husband. i know you will feel them closer somehow. be blessed and protected! and do not ever feel alone because we have such a great God Who is with us and takes care of us more then our parents will ever do!
We need more good men in our lives!
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I feel your pain , my dear father is so old and frail I worshio him "like a God" I bless your heart and the fact you have acknowledged your dear Dad . I bless you heart for sharing.
God love you. And I ain't the religious type. , I just understand what you say . From Canterbury U.K.
No you’re not alone :( mine passed when I was 17.
Hi Teri Lou. You're now a celebrity. Yay! Anyhoo...thanks for storing my frozen veggies and pesto when we met at RTR 2018. Awesome build. Have fun!
Malcolm Nicoll hope you are doing well.
She can be anything she wants to be. Great personality and handled the interview very well. Made it easy on Bob not having to ask everything. Whole interview just smoothly flowed.
My husband and I met Terilou at a tiny house convention in San Jose, CA. TL gave us a ‘tour’ of her beautiful van and it’s even more stunning in person. At the time she had a gorgeous quilt she made at the head of her bed - she is a true artist and free spirit. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit! I follow TL on IG-her photos especially from Burning Man, are incredible. Thanks for featuring Teri Lou and her amazing van build!
Excellent van build.
Teri Lou, this is gorgeous! You are not homeless, you created the home that works for you. I would love to have a Transit, but not in the works right now. I will be following you on Instagram to see the process.
Cyn McCollum Thanks
This one of my top five favorite van builds. It's nice when you have a wood shop available with someone knowledgeable and willing to share their craftsmanship. Beautiful.
Anyone can copy these ideas. Lumber stores cut wood and you can rent or borrow tools. Take woodworking classes. Ask at high school woodshop. If there's a will there's a way.
Wow, I love the detail , Just Perfect.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow! I didn’t think anyone could be as organized and visually appealing and also good sizes and just really well made. This home could be a retirement home for a single person. Thank you for showing us your beautiful traveling home.
I love how she refers to everything as a "Piece". True creative!
I am in awe of this woman. So strong... so talented
Great pin display idea. Very creative--good whether in a van or home.
What an awesome build - thanks for sharing your home with us!
Girl you did that! You are talented.
This is such an amazing, practical van build, TeriLou! I repect that your heart is in photography but wow! Just think, you could teach an online class in how to build/organize a van, and charge for your time. Kudos for following your dream, making your mock-up, and to your dad for showing you how to build it. You did great! Thanks Bob, as ever, for finding these talented, inspiring people!
I love what I am able to do. I love that I am still traveling, although not full time in the van. It brings me much joy.
Wow Wow Wow Gorgeous !!! The superior craftsmanship is wonderful. Everything is so well thought out. Your food shelf is fantastic and handy. The aesthetics of this van has me in awe. Everything has a place and it is in it. Standing ovation to youTerry, as well to your Dad, as support and helper. You are lucky to have him in your life. I LOVE IT !😊
Love the cabinetry and her build overall!! A bathroom would be a mist for me, but it seems to work for her!!
I love so much about Teri Lou's van build! A place for bicycles AND ROCKS! So much cleverness in this design. The cabinetry is awesome, as is the pocket door to the cab. Space for crafts! I wish she could build me one!
Wow!!!! I just love what you've done with the place. You go, girl!!!
Thanks much! Still love it today!
Incredidible build. You are inspiring!
What an talented lady!
It definitely helps to have a dad with a woodworking shop. Oh to be so lucky!
I’m impressed! Wow! I love everything about this video!
Gods speed in all your travels. Good job you and your Dad
This van is gorgeous, and I am in awe of her organizational skills and ability to build this van.
"I sleep in my car by choice". Like you I always felt protective of the information I sleep in my car when I travel. But while sharing with someone one day she said, you sleep in your car by choice. So now I start out with that. And I have had offers as a travel to stay in peoples homes but I love the freedom to take 5 minutes packing the car and on the road. I am now ready though to move into Van Dwelling. The only thing that I feel I might miss? I love waking up at night in the car and looking at the stars through the car windows.
A loo is a must have if you are getting older, believe me.
Exactly why I'm in a Stationary camper with all the comforts. 🌹
What is gray wa I ter??
It's the used/dirty water from the sink. @@Abbie-k3u
I've watched many, many, many videos and this is the MOST thought out build i've ever seen. Wow!!
All living is the art we choose to manifest. Bob is a great demonstration of his compassionate soul.
Fantastic job on the van conversion. I recently retired and was inspired by this young lady.👍
I love clean van builds and this is a perfect example! 🤠🥭🐋🦜
Actually thought the same... nice looking face! Hello from NJ Juliana
@Quotius X That profile picture is actually a photo of Fernando Alonso who is a Spanish Racecar driver and yes, he is absolutely beautiful to look at 😊
@@amyfender1 😂
Amy Fender my first thought: what makes anybody think that is the real him? Thanks for telling who it actually is. 😄
Amy Fender Oh no I’ve been exposed 😅😂
The nicest van build I've seen so far! Very well done!
Thank you for including and featuring so many rad women and their work in your videos. It is really cool to see.
I am planning to do a Transit conversion too. I just did a two month stint living in my CHEVY TRAX to decide what I needed and what I don't. Definitely live in your car first because, if you can do that the conversion will seem spacious.
Great idea!!
I met Teri at the RTR!!! Awesome lady! Beautiful build.
So amazed by your build..just stunning💙
That woman is a genius!! Thank you for sharing this, to you and her.
Congratulations you have a beautiful van and you are a wonderful inspiration to all of us women! The woodwork is impressive- wish i had that skill.
That hanging clothes closet is genius! Steal for a regular house armoires and closets to hang a double rod!
thanks. So glad my dad talked me into doing it/ Love the handing closets.
Nice, after living in rv for 10 years boon docking in Montana , the one thing I would change is refrigerator to propane -electric I only use propane for refrigerator and you would be surprised how little propane you use for the refrigerator, then you can use all the power from the batteries for other things. I have three solar panels , 4 deep cycle batteries, 1500 watt inverter, and the smallest jotul 602 wood stove in 27 ft rv and have everything I need and only use 40 gallons of propane, fill my tank[ 20 gallon tank] twice every 8 months for propane water heater and refrigerator. Love every minute of the freedom and no bills.
l live in Washington State...paused at 6:34 to say, love the silver tile back splash and in my humble opinion think you should put it on that wall behind you...get a Toaster Oven! l love mine! Almost as fast as a Microwave! lve had to "car camp!" ld never heard anyone use that term before besides me! lol love your Van and stay safe!
I know it's two years later, but any good recommendations for dispersed camping/car camping in Washington?
This van is KILLER GOOD! Just gorgeous and so retro chic. Beautiful woods and design elements. Functional and stylish, custom and cool, yet practical and logical. With just a little touch of rock and roll. Absolutely love it. ❤️ yes a toilet would be nice, but that detracts nothing from the sheer craftsmanship and artistry of this awesome van living space.
I really love these self built RV's over the commercial ones that cost a kings ransom. The owners get what they want rather than paying for things they'll never use.
I wouldn't be sure the cost differential is great.
@@ampa4989 does one sleep with a broad sword?
@@alanj7306 a fairly large notch above. Those that have to may feel homeless, those that want to live in a van are anything but homeless.
@@michaelconchscooter8940 ...true, as some say, they have simply jumped off the rat race of never-ending rent or mortgage payments, and are houseless/landless NOT homeless. For some of us that equates to F-R-E-E-D-O-M!
@@alanj7306 if the van is their home, then they're not homeless.
I'd take a van home over rent any day.
Now, do I want my own land? 1,000%
Do I eventually want to build a cozy cottage on that land? Absolutely.
Doesn't detract from the value of a van home in any way.
I Have been doing Fine wood for 40 years, This is Master Craftsman... Women Quality, So very well done! Purple Heart so Cool.Great job to all!
Jim Bremer thanks so much.
Magnificent! As a woodworker, I'm in love with the work that you did with the van!
Beautiful story and creative outlay of her van.
People traveling earning and meeting people. Each story still yields a smile from its author. Life is great!
Thanks for Sharing!!! Beautifully designed and organised van, such a cool girl!!!😊👏👏👏
That is the most beautiful van I have ever seen. Great organization as well. She could give classes on van building or have a business reorganizing other's RVs and Van's.
Joan's RV Adventures contact me if you are interested.
Artistic Adventurer Van subscribed! Would love to know how you did your drawers so flawlessly
Yes. Having minimal belongings isn't a problem when everything you do have is beautiful.
@@artisticadventurervan7472 How? Do you have an email?
Nicole Savaiano I used a great table saw and lots of clamps. 😀
I am in AWE of this build!!! So much so, that I can't put into words how much I like this!!
Stunning wood work..so beautiful !!! I was glad to hear there at the end she had insulated good as that wasn't mentioned in her build description. She is blessed to have a father with such talent and access to tools and wood and willing to share. Thank you for inviting us into your home and I wish you much success as a photographer.
I watch quite a few videos. This is one of the best builds. Well thought out, organized and clean. You can get comfortable in this van and have a sense of accomplishment. Well Done
I agree with you Bob :) What I love about this van build is the craftsmanship- Teri Lou is a true artist! And she finds places in a very tiny space for the things she loves- rocks, lapel pins, and crafts! You can bring anything with you that you truly care about if you are willing to give up space for it :)
I still am having fun with changing things up a bit. Always a work in progress.
A beautiful build..nice lady too.. Kudos to Dad..he taught his girl good
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Watching this, I thought the same. She should go into teaching van builds! Great job, I love the organized no cutter ideas she had.
HA! We met Teri at a Tiny House event in San Jose a year or so ago. She really is an adventurous gal with a can-do attitude coupled with incredible skill. Teri has inspired me ... I bought a car that will tow and next, is a tiny trailer. All the best Teri! Mama Loves the Beach!
Stunning van, my goodness! Lovely human being as well. Thank you Bob.
The van build is a work of art! Beautiful!
Teri Lou certainly is inspiring. I am so impressed with her Dads influence.
Excellent. Wish I had the dough, the time, the persistence, and the gumption.
Some very good design ideas. I really like the pocket doors and storage above.
Iinda nerney, you're right! That's the first time I've seen pocket doors built for a curved frame. Would have liked a closeup!