Architecture Grad Student - DIY MICRO CAMPERVAN
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Күн бұрынMike challenged himself to build a Micro Camper with 4 Living Modes: Hauling, Work, Lounging, and Sleeping. He stocked his Transit Connect full, and the buildout is epic!
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@marilynstarck6310 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing!!! OUTSTANDING!! Absolutely the BEST multiple use of the smallest van space!!! I like the bamboo plywood- real smart! Thank you for sharing!!!
@vihreelinja4743 3 жыл бұрын
Lol. Worst ive seen..too much crap stuffed in a small space is never good. Dude dont even have room for a girl to sleep with. Working position with yo legs streight wtf.
@Amongus-iq4km 3 жыл бұрын
@@vihreelinja4743 first lets start with the girl then u can think how she would fit in.
@57Jimmy 2 жыл бұрын
@@vihreelinja4743 it’s obvious you know nothing about minimal spaces with your thoughtless comment. Maybe your version of roughing it is a king size bed in a five star hotel for the pampered, spoiled grown up baby. And...no room for a girl friend? Maybe you and yours sleep in separate rooms, or even separate countries. Girlfriends are either on top or on the bottom when I was that age! So, for you there is plenty of room for a groupie with Mrs Palm and her four daughters! He has done a fantastic job and very sensible use of space to keep everything clean and tidy in such a confined space. HE designed it HE made it HE did a mighty fine job! Being a cabinet maker for 45 yrs, he certainly gets my stamp of approval!
@joyramospacilan900 3 жыл бұрын
I think i've watched at least 500 videos already on van coversions. I can honestly say, this design and lay-out must be one of my top 3.
@CampoVans 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@kinhelfa 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. I binge-watch this over all the others as I have my heart set on converting a neighbour's Suzuki Carry van (2005). This particular architect appears to be such a genuinely pleasant chap. I wish him every happiness, success & prosperity.
@MaacAbra Жыл бұрын
Could you then provide links to the other two, please?
@04dram04 3 жыл бұрын
You should build and sell this this as a kit for people to install in their own vans
@rcpmac 3 жыл бұрын
Just the drawing package. The guy is an architect, he’s got bigger things in his future than pieces of plywood and piano hinge.
@TheVanderfulLife 3 жыл бұрын
@@rcpmac An architect who can engineer is special, from my experience a typical architect can create wonderful designs then palm them off to other engineers who do the hard part making sure it can actually work
@rcpmac 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheVanderfulLife Didn't say he couldn't and didn't engineer it - I was referring to the idea that he should go into manufacturing
@TheVanderfulLife 3 жыл бұрын
@@rcpmac yeahh didn't mean it in a bad way to you or him, just a minor dig at architects making my day job more difficult than it should be 😂
@empyreanproductionsinc.1288 3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with this. Just bought a Transit Connect to convert to camper/recording studio. I want to hire him!!
@RyouConcord 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 2017 Transit Connect, and I already outfitted it to have a "haul" mode and an "office work" mode but this... THIS far exceeds anything I could have imagined and its giving me some serious ideas.
@AwesomeShotStudios 3 жыл бұрын
That's a true transformer. Excellent use of space, and a very clean look overall. Kudos.
@stevedownwind 2 жыл бұрын
I bought one in 2014. Lower headroom. I converted mine. I have used it for road carpentry jobs, boondocked, have a kayak, 2 100 watt panels above, 35 liter Alpicool fridge, full galley with single burner. Its so basic compared to your design but I have actually lived in mine for 6 weeks. Its like a lunar module honestly but you are modest to say this is a weekender. A minimalist could live in your layout indefinitely. Nice, nice design capital you've displayed here. Multi use is absolutely critical for a single, small, everything vehicle. One observation from experience: a small cargo box on top is invaluable. I use dry bags and put dunnage into my kayak cavity. It keeps the bulk inside to a minimum.... Or makes room for my tablesaw and chopsaw below, lol. Thanks for sharing. Fantastic and functional transformer van.
@kerryparry3818 3 жыл бұрын
That is the best conversion I've ever seen, and I have been looking at conversations for years now, I wish I was that clever 😊 well done
@CampoVans 3 жыл бұрын
Whooo!!
@edenbreckhouse 3 жыл бұрын
I've converted 3 vans and watched a lot of conversion videos. This is without a shadow of a doubt the most impressive van conversion I have ever seen. You sir are an absolute genius and one of the major camper conversion companies should offer you a job heading up their design team asap. Well done.
@Dhoov52 3 жыл бұрын
Hyperbole
@dianer8881 2 жыл бұрын
For a light-weight sink, try a portable, collapsible plastic basin and a plastic hanging solar shower bag. Store one burner, pan, pot, plastic cutting board, bowl, cup, fork, spoon, knife, shower bag and basin in a backpack. Try one-pot recipes. Sit and cook on the floor of your van - have a picnic.
@debbiedebbie9473 3 жыл бұрын
You'd have to see how small the Ford Connect is, to appreciate what he's done. Amazing ! Well done 👍
@hankmishima4798 3 жыл бұрын
Hey, that is one of the best designs I have seen out there for a small van! The large bed is the thing that adds the value so two can sleep with some comfort along with all the amenities.
@CampoVans 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, very true.
@nomadmusk 2 жыл бұрын
Every college kid's wet dream right there. Bravo.
@Skydiggz 3 жыл бұрын
Bet money that he has the high score on Tetris
@benjones8977 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent build! The best build I’ve seen on this type of van, not to mention the best modular type system I’ve seen yet! 👌 Sure makes a tiny space comfortable.
@lindabarrett6471 3 жыл бұрын
That's the best transit connect build I have seen.
@rhch 3 жыл бұрын
I saw your name and my mouth dropped open this is my mother’s name and I’m thinking since when was she interested in Van Life.... shook me up for a moment....from Houston Texas ...nice running into you!
@PinkFirePinkFire 2 жыл бұрын
check out his others, too!!
@TheHikingChick1 3 жыл бұрын
Jim and I were just talking about Michael and how we haven't seen him in any videos. This build is brilliant! You did a fabulous job with such a small space. Miss you guys!
@CampoVans 3 жыл бұрын
We want more of Mike in the videos, too! Miss y'all! PS let's do a tour video of your van and you give the tour?!
@TheHikingChick1 3 жыл бұрын
@@CampoVans I'd love to. Want to do one for my channel too!
@CetMM 3 жыл бұрын
This is a brilliant build. The use of space to be able to still haul stuff is great. Thanks so much for sharing.
@jojocrowley3933 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Mike did a great job. I also have studied architecture. I was so happy to hear that about him. The way he described his spaces definitely makes it sound like an architecture designed this build. Great job!
@heatherpannell9873 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful design.
@beattheswissable 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! This is the most clever tiny van build I have ever seen. By a long shot! So much usable space when you need it. Absolutely brilliant - and beautifully executed, too. Congratulations!
@clairehiggins7120 3 жыл бұрын
With the addition of a backpacking air bed to make the bed more comfortable I could live with this, it’s a good design
@karenann4277 3 жыл бұрын
You have the best versatile van build for multiple uses I have ever seen! Excellent. I love it.
@stevekari5944 3 жыл бұрын
WOW!!!! VANTASTIC! DID YOU VIDEO THE BUILD? ARE YOU SELLING THE PLANS?
@cvcoco 2 жыл бұрын
Nice work and ideas. As I study these things, my only complaints are that sectioned cushions are very uncomfortable to sleep on and second, all builds could benefit from weight diets. No plywood. Im building up a file now of just light weight alternatives to plywood and re-thinking how to sleep so that no fixed space is devoted to it. Third, the problem I see in most builds is too many steps to deploy something like a bed and thats going to get old fast. I bet a lot of well-intentioned people wound up sleeping on the floor or not using some other cool-looking thing because of the steps needed.
@GreenlifeFin 2 жыл бұрын
Wowwww! Brilliant.
@SweetiePieTweety 3 жыл бұрын
Oh this is genius !!! Been searching so long for a connect build I could still haul for my urban contract jobs . Perfecto!
@healthcoachrene7351 3 жыл бұрын
Super sweet build. I am in the beginning stages of my Connect camper van conversion. I converted my home, a school bus, and am a travel nurse and health/life coach.
@CampoVans 3 жыл бұрын
The transit connect is definitely a great platform. Sounds like you will do a great job!
@jamiearnold3845 3 жыл бұрын
Best connect build I've see so far!
@sheilajoseph9953 2 жыл бұрын
That's amazing having the build compact gives more space and makes van look bigger inside than it is.
@goutambhola5646 2 жыл бұрын
This was the BEST I have ever seen in terms of practical use of space. Great job dude.
@bradleyhanzawa8931 3 жыл бұрын
I've seen many videos of architects building a van and this by far is the best
@Valyval59 3 жыл бұрын
Best FTC conversion I've seen! Kudos!
@joewyatt2407 Жыл бұрын
This is the best one I've seen, incredibly clever!
@SemperFi1971 3 жыл бұрын
WOW, the best I've seen so far, a genius setup, I'm sold!!
@seanahern9160 3 жыл бұрын
This is the dream connect build! Love it
@MrSheckstr 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t DISLIKE the bed set up, but I gotta figure you could just blow up and air mattress in the same space and have a more substantial bed than those very thin cushions
@supermariosavestheday6971 2 жыл бұрын
That would be more of an nuisance since u would have to deflate it in "office" mode compared to just using the cushions...he can just use cushion foam for more padding support if need be
@marileeplus3 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Functional with a professional look! This setup would be great for a larger van, up scaled of course! Thank you for sharing.
@JimmyMarkel 3 жыл бұрын
Best build I have ever seen!
@michelleayers1223 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best designs I've seen!
@mikeclare5907 3 жыл бұрын
I am on doing my small van conversion now and seeing your conversion has made me think WOW i should pinch some ideas. I am not. I am going with my original plan for a multi function space all be it very low tech and simple, hopefully comfortable and practical too. A absolutely cracking project, i trust you are going to enjoy it. Best wishes Mike County Durham UK
@justincase7661 3 жыл бұрын
Thanx 4 sharing Sharon!!
@laurarusso551 3 жыл бұрын
Wow... That's so awesome! Thought out and very efficient. I would love that set up in a short wheel , mid height van. Thank you!
@susanshaver912 2 жыл бұрын
Most fascinating mini build I have seen!
@paulagarcia7777 3 жыл бұрын
What a Smart Guy! Great Build! 👌
@dariostarsky8124 Жыл бұрын
Mate, I hardly ever "like" YT videos, but this "swiss army van conversion" is simply brilliant! You could fit it into Nissan Micra!! Thanks for the inspiration, all the best!!!
@jmanuelforero3850 2 жыл бұрын
Optimized every corner, and that bed couch lounge IMPRESSIVE!!!
@dainiusstankevicius5917 2 жыл бұрын
One of the most creative van builds out there. I did enjoy learning about it. Thanks for sharing!
@gideonporter537 Жыл бұрын
Now THIS is impressive, young Skywalker! 🙂
@Latingent50 3 жыл бұрын
I'm partial to a big and tall Mercedes Sprinter van, but that's just my own preference. Considering the tiny vehicle you picked, you did a very nice looking and clever build, young man! Architect school plus your own talent yielded awesome results. Good luck with your career! 👍
@amywalker7515 3 жыл бұрын
I like it because it is easy to drive and park, inconspicuous, not many would suspect someone might be sleeping inside, lower in cost, efficient and can probably go a lot of places a larger van can't.
@janewhitzend688 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant
@elusiveworld 3 жыл бұрын
brilliant. i had a connect for work years ago. Great to see what you have packed in.
@geminicreativeagency 2 жыл бұрын
Best I've seen so far in terms of functionality. Great job!
@dodorosey6245 3 жыл бұрын
Best van design I’ve seen, well done
@mikegruber172 2 жыл бұрын
Seriously! Very impressive. Simple, yet very well done.
@j19n7200 2 жыл бұрын
thats the most versatile and simple to use van build that I ever saw
@vociferonheraldofthewinter2284 Жыл бұрын
This is one of the better Transit builds I've encountered yet. Great job
@EdurtreG 3 жыл бұрын
Made me happy just watching.
@elizabethpeterson56 3 жыл бұрын
its a truly wonderful idea to have stove sink and drawers employ inside or outside use without the usual barriers. u cansee and acces water supply so easily. first time i have seen such an intelligently simple and visually appealing build. keep on here. sure u will be coming up with more great ones
@jeaninedevito4196 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best smaller camper build I have seen. Must be because you're an architect! Well done!
@garycochran2037 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Great use of small space!!!!
@BasicallyBosco 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorite setups ever
@abbii1661 2 жыл бұрын
very nice design, the concept of "mode" is impressive
@white_orange 3 жыл бұрын
Funny interview. And cool setup too. Kudos to you both.
@waritng 3 жыл бұрын
love your idea
@69indigoblue 3 жыл бұрын
Clever solutions for this tiny camper...well done...!
@lorrainenicoletti6232 2 жыл бұрын
Love your build . Love the wood choice, Bamboo and the area separation with the different materials. Clean and organized. I wish to have a van like yours. Small and built to use and travel.
@epc123456 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent use of space
@theresedignard4267 3 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Well thought out. Thanks for sharing.
@jamesa5980 2 жыл бұрын
This is exceptionally well designed and executed. Thank you for sharing
@TRAVELDAILYOFFICIAL 7 ай бұрын
Amazing! so tiny but so practical
@mikegruber172 2 жыл бұрын
Ahhh it was all set up for you ! Table Mode!
@DavidLaburglier 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely bonkers. Nice work!
@katiedevine 3 жыл бұрын
Very well thought out.
@Delianycx 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best, the smartest small van conversion I've ever seen!!! I'd love to see what you can do with larger vans.
@herberar 3 жыл бұрын
Clever thinking and superb build. Congrats!!!!
@lukecunningham8793 3 жыл бұрын
fantastic design
@rosehill1595 3 жыл бұрын
Kudos - well thought out and functional. Stellar!
@MaartenAnna 3 жыл бұрын
😳😳😳😳Gobsmacked!!! So simpel so clean... Best conversion I’ve seen yet. I reckon you can put 2 large bags under the lounge/sofa/bed and be off for a week or two (near a lake or the ocean so you can get a wash every now & then).
@jeanroeder5534 2 жыл бұрын
Very cleverly done
@michaelsmith9308 2 жыл бұрын
i expected NOTHING less from a graduate student in architecture :) Excellent job!
@joyramospacilan900 3 жыл бұрын
Very smartly done!
@vldarden 3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding work!
@sandyhagen9155 2 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant van design! Love it. 😊👍🏻
@Ken6013 3 жыл бұрын
Best design ever !!!
@aubreyj.tennant1123 Жыл бұрын
Love these features! Great job…👍
@fabio.santos Жыл бұрын
Ingenious design
@gashead2 3 жыл бұрын
What an amazing job
@TheElan5 3 жыл бұрын
I love how every video like this features Blundstones.
@agentbey 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent build! Love the soft close handle free drawer.
@GeoffreyMays 2 жыл бұрын
Great use of space for multi functional application. Clean design.
@samanthastevenson8894 2 жыл бұрын
I need this! I love it!!!
@morningmadness3846 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing setup and configuration!
@valeriewinters6508 3 жыл бұрын
INCREDIBLE
@citruesilver 2 жыл бұрын
Impressive build, very well designed!
@mariad4183 2 жыл бұрын
You are amazing! So uncluttered with clean lines - love it! You executed with precision! Thank you for sharing honey!
@rhch 3 жыл бұрын
This build is amazing and with such a small space you did a great job I wondered what you would do with a sprinter van I would love to see that... in awe from Houston Texas
@sandraolsson1532 2 жыл бұрын
Beatiful and inspriring!
@jackchn23 3 жыл бұрын
Well done!
@audreysmith2557 2 жыл бұрын
This is a brilliant design!! Thanks for sharing!
@raphaelb5730 2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding job! I was planning on going the same basic setup, having a small camper for weekend Trips but still being able to use it for transport. I also like the "two zones" to make it feel bigger. Got some great inspiration from your build, thanks for sharing!
@crow639 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing build and use of space!
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