No build builds are so clever, cost efficient, do-able, versatile and if you don't like it, just take it out. You can turn anything into a camper and then back again.... and you haven't even started to refine it yet. Campers cost a fortune, No builds cost literally nothing, or next to nothing - it's genius.

These types of videos really make me believe I could do this! I am a single woman with no carpentry talent and no friends who could do that kind of work. Seeing how happy and peaceful these van dwellers are ALMOST makes me envious. But I'd rather be happy for them. 😊

Who needs an RV??? If it is just 1 or 2 people a van is ideal....this is perfect.

Ive NEVER been disappointed in opening ANY BOB video! He justs exudes grace!!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE him

I liked the last lady turning the small bookcase upside-down was a great idea!

I love the no build builds. The personalities of the people shine through.

If not for Bob I would still be stuck in an abusive relationship. He and all of the generous folks sharing their lives and homes showed me what I could accomplish. Thanks, I so love no build builds. It's what I have done in my Airstream and I've been able to move things around as I need them. I'm hoping to move into a container that my friend is going to help me renovate into a home and everything in my Airstream can be used in my container home. My Airstream will become my craft and art room. I started as a nomad, but now live off grid out in the middle of nowhere on my friends property and I love it

I love any time KC is on camera. Her no-build build has long been one of my favorites.

Happy Mother's Day everyone with children and pets! 💐And to those who care for children and animals in any given situation. Thank you!

The lady that turned her book case upside down to use the help of the little piece to keep her items in place and have a flat Bottom, I know was helpful. It was a little heavy but very sturdy. I'll be watching all these ideas again. Thanks Bob

I remember when I was researching all this and was so disheartened because all I was seeing at that time in the RTR and Jamie's van builds was super complicated (to me) carpentry, electrical, solar, expensive fridges, etc.. Knowing there was just no way I could ever afford any of that, didn't want to have to learn it myself., and wasn't physically capable of the work itself. That no build build video you did with the cot was the first one I ever saw and was the first time I had any hope that I could ever do this! Now I'm planning a SUV build for myself with just the basics, and everything portable and non permanent. So thankful for all your research and information!

Fave ideas: metal cot, plastic drawers, KC's eye screw and dowel drawer lock. Thank you!!

the lady who does the crochet, and has a seated gold Buddha. wow, what a van. she has multiple colored fabrics placed artistically and pleasingly. very nice. thank you

I was impressed how well your guests reimagined pieces to solve issues -- turning a bathroom shelf upside down so there was a lip, that things could not slip off of. Pretty smart!

The decorative pillowcases stuffed with extra seasonal clothes is genius. Also milk crates instead of plastic droors is an adaption idea.

I love how KC has created a nice office space in her van. A no-build build is the way to go for me.

That oversized recliner is the best no build I have seen.

I remember KC! Everyone loves her! Is she still working with you, Bob? Love her no-build ideas. I have those plastic drawers, and I'm so grateful that she showed us how she keeps them "locked". Genius!

Bob you just have done so much and I love you for it, brother. Thanks to everyone in this video who shared their home and no builds, trust me you changed someone's life today in doing so!

I love the pillow idea - I'm looking at having a twin bed and the pillows will help turn it into not only a couch but also my closet.

The 2 coffee table w/ plywood bed lady - that was a great idea. Also I liked the your metal bed frame and the cabinet in-between your front seats 🎯💪👍. Please do more videos of these "No build, Builds" 🥰.

I'm so sick of seeing elaborate, beautiful fan builds. That's all on social media mainly targeting millennials who seem most interested in the visions. But this is realistic and this is what got me into van life. I'm not about the glamour. I'm about living freely and happy. Thank you again Bob, I'm currently working on my van.

These are the videos that enabled me to take the leap, to just START and do my no build. Drawers and campstove I had, the metal bed, containers that fit exactly under the bed, etc. And I love it.

The eye hooks with a dowel to keep drawers closed was very clever.

I'm new to this channel and totally loving what I see! The neatest thing I saw in this whole thing that took my breath away the moment I saw it, was the eye screws and dowel drawer lock!!

I liked the mini van build best, but the one where she made the dogs bed in the front seat was superb. I have a Chihuahua that until she dies or i do we will be together. Now i just need to get the vehicle. it is harder to save than it seems

I love the lady with the comfy recliner and big TV! I never expected either one to show up in van living. She really looked comfortable.

I love the plastic totes, they are great for everything! Keep it light and simple.

I realized that doing some of these options would make my build easier and less daunting. Thanks.

Great vid, Bob! All great builds but the lady with the big recliner is awesome. I think she and I are kindred spirits. I didn't inherit the female "gene" for decorating and am 100% function over form. That's the beauty of this lifestyle - simple but very fulfilling! 🥰

The idea of screwing eyebolts into the plastic storage drawer and passing a dowel down to keep the drawers from sliding open while driving was great. I will use that one for sure.

I love the van with the huge chair. Looks comfy for day and night use. I am always impressed with the builds. So creative and so demonstrative of each person‘s courage to live on their own. Thanks, Bob, and to those who shared their creative homes. 😎✌️💕

I absolutely love that you grouped different no-build builds together so that we could more easily pick up on great ideas. Each one was so helpful, and their ideas so clever. Thanks Bob and banners for showing us your ideas!

Metal bed frames are excellent. Good support, less mold issue, underbed storage. In a lowtop van I had to downsize from the 18" high to a 14" high to sit up w/o hitting my head(8" foam mattress). Plastic drawer cabinets also flexable and reuseable.

I love the young lady with the high top van. She has her bed on top of the drawer systems. Which is great if you haven't been able to part with all of your stuff yet!

I like the plywood on cabinets for beds! Love that idea

I really like your video Bob, bc I like the cot idea. I watched that video when U put it out about how to level it w/ pvc piping. Anyone young or old experienced or not could do that. It levels the cot & then supplies the space underneath for storage. Even simpler is the idea of using a board on top of short sets of drawers for a bed. No tools involved.

This video just leapt me a Lot closer to doing a No Build. Thank you.

My favorite idea was the metal eye screws in the plastic drawer unit with the wooden dowel through it to keep them from flying open while you travel.

My favorite idea was the Stratolounger in the van. I could make do with a chair and a half recliner, but that Stratolounger would double as my bed and my office.

the recliner! I have not been able to sleep without half-sitting in a decade. a bed is a nuisance and space -eater IMHO. A van with a recliner is my dream home.

I love the wheel well drawer!

Thanks for this no build video Bob. I especially love the no build “Low Top Van” tour with Julia and her channel is called “Uncivilize”. I have never seen such a cozier van and it somehow appears to have so much floor space available. I love that she has a super cozy bed for her large dog Bambi especially because so many nomads travel with their furry companions its just as important to give your best friend a comfy home. Julia is such a creative person and everyone should check out her channel and her creations.

I love the Lazyboy chair/bed. It looks so comfy. 👍

Love that she was able to make room for her sewing & yarn supplies. Inspires me to know that's possible. Also thought the bag idea was good.

I like the idea of the iron bed frame as opposed to building a wooden one.

The storage pillows are my new takeaway idea!!

A nice no-build with minivans and cargo vans, but I would love to see a no-build with SUV's.

Bob I love you so much I been watching your videos for years now, I found myself in some bad situations right when I hit adulthood and watched your videos for peace of mind telling myself “yes it’s possible to live well and happy” fast foward 5 years later I now own a ford econoline that I’m converting into a spot to live durring the summer months with me and my fiancé and son with our dog. Your videos give me such great inspiration! I love it , I love you, I love that your help people out and give us awesome information on the nomad life. I appreciate you bob!

My favorite is the giant recliner, mostly because I need to sleep in a reclined position or I can't sleep. But I weigh too much for most recliners, and even the ones supposedly built for big people that should more than take my weight don't usually have robust enough parts, so even they'll bend. I made my own reclining bed, but that's a build.

Just bought a minivan for my husband and me to camp in. We won't be fulltime, and just starting out with weekends. Can't wait to get setup! Love all the videos with ideas

That oversized Lazy Boy reclining chair was genius!

Bob's idea of using a cot for a bed in a previous video is perfect. I used cots in 2 previous vans. Lets see....A cot, a sleeping bag, propane stove, jerry cans, a rug. Plastic box with lids to put all the little stuff in (and their waterproof). Done! Now you have a great camping van or even a station wagon if you can find one.

The Idea of cutting out the lower rear section of that chest of drawers was pretty cool!

Thank you so much for this video! I loved seeing all the different ideas one after another. Great video!

Bob, you’re amazing & I appreciate all the information & wisdom you share! Truly an inspiration!

Love no build builds great as usual bob

I love the last idea of turning the bookshelves upside down. How clever!

Saw the first very nice lady's build a while back and thought it was absolutely ingenious! Especially love the fan in the door, the white vinyl and her use of the plastic cabinetry.

The cot bed is how mine is. But I put the bed on the passenger side so I have fast/easy access from the driver seat to the back open area for the potty without having to go around the van.

I REALLY LOVE no build vans. So easy peasy which is what I like.

Gotta love sterite drawers.

“These are open houses no peaking” I love it 😂😂😂

I like the upside down shelf and the coffee table bed base. Great ideas! Tfs!

great video Bob. Very helpful. I love the recliner in the back of the cargo van.

Bought a patio lounge chair at GoodWill and a Slumberjack Cot which I have used in my tent. Lived between the 2000 GMC Yukon and two Coleman 3 person tents for almost 3 full years when I lost everything. Kept working for the entire first 15 months while living in the Cascades outside of SIsters Oregon until left and wandered Oregon, Nevada, California, Arizona, and New Mexico working odd jobs for food and gas. Being 6'6" tall makes sleeping in the Yukon on rare occasions very difficult...Need Full Size van....Absolutely Love Your Vids Bob!!!!!! Pure AWESOMENESS!!!

This is really helpful! We are dreaming of a van build soon and I would never have thought of some of these ideas.

Love this video! It’s so raw & motivating for me. I NEEDED to hear this! My heart is on the Road, traveling, meeting different people of different cultures, experiencing all this Amazing World has to offer. Finding my True Happiness & I truly believe it would be very therapeutic continue to heal through my Journey of Life~~~🥰💕💙🙏 We shall see where the Good Lord lands me. 🙏🙏🙏

I love the simplicity of them all. The cot was my “ahhhh haaa” moment. Do need to invent the wheel!

I love these no build videos!

One woman with a metal bed did address kitchen and toilet items a bit. I really liked what she said about extra food. Bob, I watch Everything you put out!! Im 61 and want to retire in a van. Im collecting some items already. I have a twin metal bed, a cabinet for my kitchen and a vintage chair I may bring.

I love this series. My favorite is the recliner chair/ bed. Awesome!

Big double recliner really feels like a home

The upside down book self is brilliant

Love No Builds! Great for weekenders like myself.

The raised bed across in the back of the van gives great privacy and ample storage underneath. Would choose that concept. There is a lot of air space in vans and I would set up storage nets under the roof to maximize space.

I loved the plastic drawers, the metal bed, and the used furniture. Having a desk is nice too. Oh yeah the collapsible storage! Ok everything. Great montage

Thx for all your videos bob! As my car broke down on road, u and your recent vid kept me calm.

Hey, Bob! Your No-Build Minivan Build was essentially the blueprint for my Van Build, your video was a HUGE help! Thank you tons!

I think that I liked the recliner van the most. I'm older now and I have aches and pains everyday. I could be happy with that setup.

Liked the storage unit drawers used as a base for the bed idea the best!!!! Thanks for the information.

Those was awesome 👌 👏 I have some really great solutions. I love that the last lady got alot of her things from second hand stores.. definitely a me thing to do.. 😆

Great Video my van is a no-build, works well.

Hi bob. You did it again. Got to see cody. Yay.cody the star. Love this video. Love you all. A nomad wannabe. Jan from texas. Prayers is with you all. May god bless.

These no builds make me feel less overwhelmed about building out my van.. I will need to insulate my van first since I live in a climate where it does get down to as low as 2c (36f) in winter. I am considering not insulating and just using a diesel heater and a really good winter sleeping bag.

Thank you! I loved them all. I really liked the last ladies van. She only did it for less then 200. It was nice! I have a minivan and still trying to figure out how it will be best. I love the No Build Build ❣️

Perfect timing!! I’m building my no build cargo trailer right now. Thank you 🙏

Takes up a lot of room but I loved the Comfort of that Lazy Boy. Must be a great sleeper :)

Thank you Bob, you're right. These people did have ideas that made me think a little differently about a build. Awesome idea. Shout out to all willing to allow us to see and share with us 🇺🇸.

Bob...Getting closer to doing a no-build as a new Nomad and appreciate these Open House videos. I know I've seen several of these before, (found CRVL a few years back), but it was nice having them in a condensed version as I get closer to my first trip.

The cargo van with the recliner is my favorite!

Bob, thank you for showing the ways and ideas that others used in their own builds to have what you need and be comfortable in it. Whether the no build is for living in, day camping or week/weekend travels it is sure to beat expensive hotels or lodging. It is those personal touches that makes it home. All those ideas in this segment are a winner.

Bob thank you for all the hard work you put into your channel to bring these wonderful videos to us I'm happy to say I took your advice years ago I hope everybody else does life is good........

Great service in the present situation in the USA. From Honduras ❤️ love your Dog‼️

LOL my whole van is from these videos.

What an awesome, useful, informative video. Thanks for sharing. ❤

I LIKE THOSE CABINETS THEY HAVE , AND IM NOT THAT FOND OF ALL THOSE DRAWERS OFFICE DESK, I WOULDVE PUT A FULL KITCHEN IN. BUT OVERALL I LIKE HOW CLEAN THAT LADY WITH THE DRAWERS WAS YES ALL OF THEM ARE FANTASTIC!

Great selections! I especially appreciate video #2 as a fellow sewing and yarn hobbyist, because I am curious about how fellow crafters organize their spaces. Thank you for your work.

I like the idea of custom building your home. I wanted to do it but my husband bought this chevy winnebago conversion and the space utilization isn't very efficient. We have a VCR/TV combo hardwired into the floor in the center console, but the TV is tube style and analog so it's not a functional device and we don't have the ability to remove it and swap it out for, say, a refrigerator, which would be really useful. Then there's two bucket seats and the back bench/full bed. He wouldn't dream of allowing anything to be tampered with because this baby is a classic! So everything must stay in its original configuration. Thus, there's virtually no place to store extra water, battery power and if we wanted to sleep in it, we'd have to have a tent off to the side to store our gear while we're using the back because there just isn't space to stretch out and store cargo. Otherwise we'd be constantly searching for the stove, the groceries, the clothes, etc. I could live in this van as a single person, but not very well. I couldn't stealth camp because it's a classic and it stands out. And I couldn't boondock for long because there's no room for a kitchen at all and not much space to pack in water or pack out my waste. He won't allow the installation of solar panels to the roof, so air conditioning is out of the question. So last summer, when we drove cross country, he still required a hotel room because it was 90° outside and he couldn't sleep. So we ride in style, but we do not sleep in it, ha ha!

Washington State here!