This Van Dwelling is Bigger Than You Think: Slide Outs!
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Dan & Rachel converted a van into their home on wheels and incorporated ingenious slide-outs to expand the space in creative ways. They travel around volunteering their time while supporting themselves with online jobs.
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What creative slideouts and/or custom furniture ideas do you have to expand your tiny home, van dwelling, or skoolie?
Jenna just want to say amazing show, please carry on the good work. You are an inspiration to so many people in the UK.
@@rahim1404 Thanks so much for this comment!
The wheels are in motion for my van-home. And I am interested in weight. One idea would be to use a material that is light and strong ( I’m thinking of using an old tent ) for cabinet doors , or for baskets like in Dan and Rachel’s van .
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With Ryan's th-cam.com/users/postUgkxy_pn55PK60wAV3X_C_RoLS_67mNonoCE plan I was like one taken by the hand and led step by step from start to finish. Thank you very much Ryan!
She has a potential to be a host. She speaks very clear and doesn't sound boring.
She will be happy to hear that compliment! That is so sweet of you! Subscribe to our channel to hear more of that lovely host voice :)
I love her voice!
@Vladimir Dj and you are just a boring commentator
@Vladimir Dj you sound like a jackass. They are both clever, likeable and nice. Plus, they volunteer. No one needs to make horrible comments. By the way, what do you do that is so interesting?
@@daniel.messick great build.
I can tell the love this guy has for his wife. So touching
Awe Thanks for the Compliment! I def try be a good husband
The love the wife has for his husband... many girls would tired of living in a van and leave him... but it looks like she is still happy
I agree with that, Ting Jiang. It looks like he built so many things for her, to make her happy. I hope that she will appreciate that.
You are incredibly talented, Dan.
I love all these movable things. And magnets that keep things in the place.
You thought everything through.
Good luck. You deserve it.
@nunya to me, it also looks like that.
Daniel Rehbein you sound so ignorant. If you don’t have anything nice to say, just don’t say it.
Now there's a couple that's in sync with each other. What a cute couple. I love the idea of moving parts and parts that click into place.👍
Thank you so much! Living in the van definitely brought us together even more.
What an amazing couple! He built this to accommodate her so much so she would feel comfortable doing the van life, out of pure love. They seem so down-to-earth and genuine. I wish them the best!
Thanks for noticing that effort of making it her home!
Totally agree! All the good vibes just exuding from them, Such a great design though, so functional and clever and homey - unlike those fancy vans (not because the latter is less good, it's just a personal taste). Definitely my favourite.
Wish we could follow their life
designdoctor247 i believe you can
Jeremy Sanchirico exactly I really feel like they played it incredibly intelligent by thinking of their main needs and how to incorporate those first.
why is no one getting bothered that they're putting the bed out in the rain
Haha good eye! We don't usually put it outside in the rain, but we didn't mind for the filming of this video since it was just sprinkling and we thought it was important to show :) Your concern is super thoughtful!
maybe because we don't let little things bother us.
they live in a small van, they don't mind a bit of rain
Oh I was
Because they can't afford a water bed XD
Everything in this van is so cleverly designed. We've seen a lot of folding, sliding, and rolling parts before on this channel, but the way these guys put everything together just seems so much more sturdy and well-thought-out.
Thank you so much! :) We've loved having it for a home
I think the best part is that even with all the moving parts, theres never any thing that you'd need to put away in a weird spot or reset every night, its all just easily accessible and makes sense. Like when u'd need something, its right there custom made and pops up so easy. One of the best designs ive seen in a van
TheMessiJourney Dan & Rachel great designs !! Loved seeing the ‘pour station’ how simple and effective !!
Has he ever thought of going into engineering or contracting? Witj a mind like his, he could do very well
TheMessiJourney Dan & Rachel
Do you have sketches or the floor plan?
U2 could custom design/build vans. I've NEVER seen anyone create soooo much in such a tiny space.
Wow thanks so much! Maybe in the future we will :)
@@daniel.messick just sub'd.
@@fastgurrrl Thank you for that support!
So, do Bono and The Edge do any of the construction as well, or just the design?
@@daniel.messick I saw a project in the US that's making Tiny Homes for homeless Veterans. I wonder if that's the volunteering that you do! ...But yeah, you guys should definetly consider starting your own business designing plans for vans or something. You have an ingeniousness for this sort of thing.
She’s a really good speaker and presenter for the van and their life. Good speaker and good builder, nice couple.
Rachel is definitely the eloquent one of us!
@@daniel.messick You are both great presenters and speakers ! And a great couple. Inspiring people, you are.
@@daniel.messick you two are a super great team! if you get to Arrey, NM sure would love to have you custome my truck camper for me! many great adventures to y'all!
@@daniel.messick were you guys located
Watch video carefully , she's a CS
More than the fan I liked the chemistry of the couple and there thoughtfulness for each while building this. If you are reading this guys good work, you are inspirational in this selfish world
Thank you so much for the kind words! 🤗
@@daniel.messick oh my god
I love the van, but I love their partnership with each other more. :-)
Both things take constant work and compromising
she loves pizza
It’s like one of those Barbie dream house things that could fold up into an in the go vehicle
This couple was so nice to do this tour in the rain. The whole time I was worried about their bed and electronics getting rained on
This is genius. Using the sliding closet for "dead space" seems so obvious now that I've seen it. Makes you wonder why nobody else ever thought of this. The inclusion of the "attic" with the solar panels on top of that is just spectacular. I dare say this may be the best van build I've ever seen.
Right, it is a challenge of finding that balance of using every space while keeping it eye appealing. Thanks for that huge compliment of being best van. Subscribe to our channel to see some details be revealed.
I'm impressed she created a workout space. She's the first person I've seen who's done that with a tiny house.
Me too...i like hitting the weights, so i wonder how that could be accommodated...hooks for bands maybe? And a fold out adjustable decline to incline bench and squat rack on the roof? Idk...guess the van life may not be good for me.
@@eugenemartiny6615 Squat Roof Rack is possible and it would be for some epic videos. A work out gym van would be pretty sweet project! When you start the build reach out to us, my mind is already spinning of so many fun ideas of having the benchpress area fold against side exterior, squat roof rack, curling/ hanging area off back, dip bars on back door. Such a fun project you have
@@daniel.messick One big problem is added weight to the vehicle is going to cause more wear on parts and worse engine performance. It's not unachievable at all to deadlift at least 405 pounds, but that's 405 pounds more the vehicle will have to carry around. Safety would also definitely be an issue. Failing a rep could lead to falling off the vehicle. Suspension moving the platform, etc.
Eugene Martiny - They have a membership in a health club for showers, I heard Rachel say - so they could work out there.
I was just confused about the outside tv, didn't explain where it goes. Also they are at the gym every other day to shower, why not just workout there?
Don't think the hippies from the 60s had vans this cool!😀
In the 60s you could find a spot at any creek and camp not so much any more
Smart couple, that man is a genius. May you have good luck, with everything you do.
Thanks for that high compliment! We all have special gifts, mine is thankfully in mechanical, but grammar I struggle dearly
-Dan
Go Go Gadget Van! It's the Gadget Mobile Van! All that's missing is Inspector Gadget!!
Yes!
Lol ❤👏👏👏
Adorable couple..adorable home!!
❤️👍🏻❤️ Excellent and clever van build and really sweet and interesting couple ❤️
You guys are a great couple, and to travel to volunteer is amazing! The innovation of your van is really cool too.
Such a cute young couple living their dream.
She is so absolutely right this is The smartest ideas I’ve ever seen for a van. I love the bed set up that’s just awesome and they have a pull out table. Wow I would’ve never have thought of that. 👍🏽🚐
Thank you so much! We built it out 5 times until we had all the moving pieces we wanted just right.
The Bed and Table really do allow for much more flexibility. also the sliding clothes hanging great ideas.
@@SilverfoxJB That closest was probably the most challenging aspect. We actually even protyped some hangers to save some space.But auto locking in place was probably the best thing we did with it so far.
@@daniel.messick omg i love your van! You have given me new ideas and i love it!
TheMessiJourney Dan & Rachel You may want to check out the space saving hangers .... they are really awesome and also keeps clothes from sliding off. You can find them just about anywhere, I get mine at Bed Bath & Beyond, a box costs around $16. Very creative van build, seems like a lovely home and a lovely couple.
I like everything about this van except the color palette.
retroperitoneal - I love the color as well. It is like the blue sky we seldom see anymore due to their pseudo climate engineering spraying of our skies. We seldom see a yellow sun anymore, either. I want my blue sky back!!
I don't mind the purple. It looks good.
Dan, You are a GENIUS!!
Well planned.
Well executed.
Spectacular use of space.
Ingenuous & creative!
Wow so many compliments I needed! ( currently in Guatamala taking classes on how become an ESL teacher and boy is English way harder for me than building a home)
And gosh darn it, those some nice looking tags too on those baskets!
She may not have built the van, but she knew her stuff. Yes, she’s lived in it for fourteen months, but the enthusiasm and the way she explained the details let’s us all know how much she loves her van...and man 💕
Proud of you, young Lady.
I love your videos they are so interesting and inspiring keep going xx
Thank you!
Cute couple and amazing little home on wheels
I love everything about this build! BRILLIANT! Ques: how do you keep the things in the attic dry?
Sealing rubber around the edges, i suppose
I am wondering the same.
Matheus Bastos cara eu vi tua foto e tive certeza de que era brasileiro HSUHSUSHSUH
@@marpheus1 That was in the original plan but it actually wasn't a necessity
I will have to do a video on that, But think simple (box mounted to roof and then top is just a lid. plus in the most prone spots of leaking things are kept in bags for extra protection. If you subscribe you will be notified when that video is released.
Wow, she must really love him to compromise! I personally am investing in a tiny house, we are all going to die and wont be bringing anything with us after this life so enjoy life ties to big houses and bunches of stuff in the end proves to be meaningless. I'm single and happy with traveling and downsizing has proven to be so freeing for me plus affording it by myself instead of the annoyance of romantic relationships or feeling obligated to another person or people. Live life, love people. If we were ment to stay in one place we'd have roots not feet..
Samantha Speaks to each is own I feel it’s still very very important to compromise devote to family life but understand it’s good if one is not ready for responsibility to raise a good child.
I was going to go the tiny home route until I realized how impractical they are to travel with and most RV parks/resorts either don't allow them or limit you to 2-7 days. If I find a place I love, I can stay as long as I want in my motorhome.
I m single too, i live my live now in Laos(SouthEastAsia)
Compromise?? Shes harder work than the buid of the van.
That was spectacular. Makes me want to pack up and go, alas I have 3 kids and a husband who don’t want to lol.
Well you could go alone.
@@111-w9d7y Tempting lol but I don't want to abandon my family.
@@chayovz510 Well then
you cannot pack up and go. But
you have 3 kids and a husband,
so count your lucky stars for what
you have.
To get Ray on board it was a "vacation home" but yes kids add many variables. If your ever able to go to a festival I highly recommend taking the fam its actually how Ray came on board. Everylife has many pros and cons!
@@daniel.messick
My life has pros no cons. Am a
Swiss widow on a very good
pension, living in a wonderful
country with excellent health
at 67. If ever I have a health
problem starting, then it would
be a con. But that is just part of
growing older. Medical care here
in CH is very good. So I do not
worry. Would not change my
life or country for anything in
this world. Am more than content
and thoroughly enjoying the easy
life we have here.
Rachel, love your planning -- knowing what you needed (counter space, book shelf, labeled baskets) -- very nice!!
The tiny coffee table is so cute and so useful.
Love the bed, it's a genius design.
Also love the coffee table set up! Sheer genius! These two are amazing ..I wonder how they choose where to do the volunteer work? Just follow the news and go where there is a need? It's lovely that they do this because sometimes the desire to help is there, but you have to take time off work and find a local hotel to stay and it becomes less feasible as the cost of helping out your fellow man becomes prohibitive. God bless them for doing this. 💖
Loved the video, loved the van build (genius!), and most of all I love the respect and connection this couple have for and with each other. They'll go far!
So so smart how they could fit all of this in the smartest way ever. This woman is the cutest!
So many great tiny home ideas. I love all the slides.
Wow - this van is like a swiss army knife!
Thanks for sharing 🌞
That quote is inspirational...
"Live a Life you don't need a vacation from."
2:55 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
So many ingenious elements!
The best way to come up with designs! is thinking like a child!
So cute when she says, his tools are like my books. Sounds really loving, because she recognizes his needs as he does hers. Hope they keep loving on each other.
Wish there were more places to support people doing this, like lots with nice landscaping and privacy, plus a central building with a washer/dryer, bath room with nice bath tubs, printers, etc. for use.
Like a house?
Wow, I think this is one of the best vans I've seen so far
A very nice conversion! Love your pour-over station! My first van-trip I ended up knocking over my full Melita filter making a big mess.
Yes having things fastened down def helps! We have a special slot for candles and everything lol. After a few trips you learn the flow! and remember this is our 4th layout, so keep modifying to fins your comfort/ convenient zone
I think i know why the man falling in love with his wife, she is so adorable and loud at the same time😂 😂
Such a lovely rig ....
This van is tricked out!! Such clever & creative ideas!
Be careful with those knives on magnets. In a crash they would go flying.
We agree! We built a wall in between them and the cab to protect ourselves in case we do get into a crash. Thanks for being concerned for our safety :)
TheMessiJourney Dan & Rachel Or just put sharp cutlery in a slot.
Thanks for Sharing This Charming/Cute Couples-Mini-Van-Story.
L😍V The Swiss-Army touches Through-Out Too Very Clever!
Dan and Rachel, ever thought about adding a screen room that can be used for summer and winter. it would not take too much time to hang it up or take down. Maybe you could make your own to fit your van better.
I watch a lot of van living videos, and I am surprised that none have slideouts. I wonder if that is not aloud on vans, or maybe too expensive.
I watched a couple build a 5th wheel camper. They built a slideout on one side. Took them 10 months and less than 10k. They put in bunk beds for the 2 boys, each had a tv moniter. There was a tv moniter in the LR area and the MBed. They had oak cabinets. They started with a 5th wheel bed.
Your camper is very unique! Y'all really thought this through.
Screens can be a quick addition with magnets or velcro. And an awning has been on want list, but we never got around to it. One of the attic storages is a 10x10 pop up tent that we have. I have seen only a handful of slideouts for vans and I think its a toss of either the weight gain from the mechanics or the fact that the extra bracing to ensure safety( as you don't wont to remove a structure beam) it can be done but most vanlifers just open the door to get that gain. But believe me I've thought of doing them just haven't dedicated the time to get all the mechanical and weight figured out.
I would not want a screen room and definitely not slide outs. That takes away from the whole concept of living tiny.
The most creative van I've seen, love how homely it feels.
Really wish you had shown more of their attic set up. That was something I really wanted to see more of.
I will have to do a video on that, But think simple (box mounted to roof and then top is just a lid. plus in the most prone spots of leaking things are kept in bags for extra protection. If you subscribe you will be notified when that video is released.
Luv ur ideas , great work team 🤗
One of my favorites in the year+ since I found your channel! This young couple make one wish to socialize with them; they exude genuine congeniality and true warmth. Speaks volumes how well you captured their warmth.
THANKS! (More please? ;]])
Wow thats such huge compliment to not only see the work in the van but how much of our passion of the road is the people we get to meet.
That was pretty awesome, the guy could make some money building the inside of vans with all the cool gadgets.
i would love to help people out on designs. brainstorming is so fun
I think your reasoning for why people find tiny homes interesting is spot on. Also that they're cozy. But finding creative ways to incorporate everything is extremely interesting
Can I just take a second to say how beautiful Jenna is?! Gorgeous!
They have some very cool ideas working for them. Thanks
Beautiful van! I like the term you said “Swiss Army van” .
I really enjoyed this video
Made me feel so good from begining to the end of it love your energy your smarts your creativity and your love for life
Thanks for this video
Okay, that was crazy amazing
dang, I was I could get you to design my van for me! that's awesome thanks for sharing
I'm so jealous wish I had a girl who wouldn't mine living like this and travel for a few years.
c.e.m the entrepreneur - l wish l had a guy that wouldn’t mind living like this to travel for a few years.
I'd take a girl or guy who wouldn't mind traveling like this!!
I would love to
@@Toni-ni5wz I might just take you up on the offer 👍
c.e.m the entrepreneur i‘m down :)
Super! You know how to really live.
Warm greetings from Poland! :)
Wow thanks for watching from Poland!
We really like the cut out slides this couple managed to get in their van. Good job.
THIS VAN IS BEAUTIFUL. BUT IT DOESN'T TAKE AWAY MY AGONY OF LIVING IN A VAN DOWN BY THE RIVER !!!!!!
What a BEAUTIFUL couple. & amazing attention to detail when it comes to the use of their space...
That van is comfortable, smart and cheap
I’ve never seen a more versatile use of space in a van. A remarkable and clever design. However I found it somewhat claustrophobic but if it works for you guys that’s all that matters. Happy travels and God bless.
Thank you! It did take a few months to get used to for sure :)
What a nice couple. Really liked the creativity. Go have fun..
Cute couple living in an amazingly creative van! Wishing you continued happiness:)
SMART VAN LIFE EVERYTHING IS THERE ENJOY YOUR BEAUTIFUL VAN FRIENDS
Having a toilet, any kind of toilet, near the kitchen, totally and absolutely grosses me OUT!
Raw LawGirl ok?
Petri Dish Without Germs lmao
Petri Dish Without Germs it spreads by air.. you dont need to piss in the kitchen sink for it to end up there
Zazzysylvester your bathroom could be like 10 yards away from the kitchen and it would still be as gem filled. This is why cleaning products were invented
@A Tangerine Do you really think 2 or 3 feet away would make any difference?
I love how creative they were in building everything-- the coffee pour over is so cute!
I could stay in a fully self contained, factory finished Sprinter conversion for a couple travel days making sales calls, single, with my medium size dog. No longer. I have never met a mate I could be in quarters that close for an extended period of time.
You guys did a great job - so unique. Can you please tell me where to purchase the monitor pivoting arms? Thank you.
We made them, Subsribe to the channel and ideally this month I'll get a video out on that and the attic. To put it simply one is butt hinges and a bolt for the 360 pivot and the other is very similar.
The best build! Love every details about this van♡
Wow thank you so much for that huge compliment!
Ingenious! What a lovely couple.
I immediately knew why she talked so smoothly when he said she did customer service.
It's an insanely cleverly built van. it's wonderful, and I love how in sync this couple is... The only thing I would personally do differently is to have one portable screen that could be attached in different places in the van. it feels excessive to have 3 screens + laptops in such a tiny space. The fold down-TV, workout TV and fold-down monitor could've been the same device.
An outstanding van build!
Wow!
Creative in a maximized space for minimal living.
Wow this van was converted with full love! They are adorable :,)
love this build !! the look and van is a little old, but who cares when you got all the cool space efficient features?
The best use of space in a small setting that I have seen. Very creative. Nice couple
Neverseen a van like that, truly amazing
I love this! Ultra-customized! 😍
I'm so impressed at the creativity of the van!
Thanks we all got the creativity in us! we just have to refind that inner child :)
love the attic, the whole deal is a total
" peach " ,. .
Gee those monitor roof brackets and your rolling systems are genius
The great things with the ceiling mount is they are supper cost effective if diy. I'll do a video on our channel ideally before end of 2019. But it definite helps with minimum wall space.
Sorry, but it looks way too "jury rigged" for me. I like simple, but not trashy. I don't need fancy, but not trashy. This just looks to "thrown" together half hazardly. Sorry, but it is just weird.
I’ll tell you the real reason, people built houses to live in , now people buy multiple houses and charge whatever they want , and increase the rent after 6 months
So true. Little/modest houses in a nice setting are being bought up and turned into air b&bs Housing stock for the average person is rapidly disappearing. We'll all be living in vans. Glad I'm learning these tricks, tho.
This has got to be my all time favorite so far. I think it’s the couple and their love for each other as well as wanting to serve others that makes them so special and this episode so unique. They’re not trying to get away unlike most but be a part of community around the nation. So refreshing. May God bless their journey. 🙏🏽❤️
Very interesting. Loved the moving elements for sure.
She is lucky to have a man like that.... 😁 i dont like van camper coz its too tiny but this is a clever van camper i ever seen.. Good job.. Love from Indonesia🇮🇩
Thank you so much for the high compliment! I Greatly appreciate it
This could be the best van build I have ever seen!
Wow Mary Thanks for that honor! We worked hard to make it home!
With all the conversions done it seems tight. the toilet in the middle with no privacy, nope can't do it, lol. It's fine if you're traveling by yourself.
They should have just gotten an older model Class B van 1990's-early 2000's, which is 20-22ft and has a door to a toilet/wet bath OR a short school bus with all the conversion they want to put in, the bus would handle it. It seems like it a lot of weight on that van.
This is the most space utilizing creative build I have seen so far. Love , love, love it. Check mine out and tell me me how I can change it.
those collapsible ladders are so handy. I'll have load video when i have more time/ and better internet (currently in Antigua, Guatemala.)
Paint shop: so what color do you want?
Customer: have you ever seen a Swedish icecream truck?
Paint shop: say no more fam
(google for Hemglass or Hemglassbilen)
Haha yeah I guess it does match the color pretty well! It just happens to be Rachel's favorite color so we went with it- but we definitely stick out more now when we drive down the road!
They just use the toilet right in the middle of the van? There’s no privacy and it’s awfully close to where they prep their meals!
It didn't say they used it right there necessarily.. they could move it down between the side bench seating some, or take outside, etc. ( had a folding privacy thing, etc. ) or, inside, have a curtain on a circular rod on ceiling, situated so curain against wall when not used. As far as still needing more privacy... well, some couples are close enough &/or practical enuf, they can be very mature & carefree. OR u can turn on loud music & other one goes outside, or puts in earphones in drivers seat if raining... lotsa options. As far as where they prep food.. they have only that sink to wash up in, too.. Hey, they have running water ! Plenty sanitary if they keep concious of the situation, & keep everything rinsed & wipes down between times. She probably has a Norwex silver-bedded cleaning cloth too, which works great, but there's a lot of ways to sanitize. Extra precaution would be never placing veg. u r about t eat , in sink while prepping, without a bowl or strainer etc. . But again, a well sanitized & rinsed sink.. it probably safer than using public rest rooms.