20ft Shipping Container Home Built for Under $15k

This stunning shipping container home was built for an astounding budget of under $15,000! After a series of tragic events encouraged Lance to move back to his home province of British Columbia, he needed to find a place to call home, somewhere that would be affordable and that would allow him to begin living life on his terms. Inspiration struck and he decided build a simple, yet very beautiful tiny house by converting a 20ft shipping container.
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This tiny shipping container house is filled with great small space design ideas and gives Lance a solid platform, a place where he can rest and relax and begin to live life on his terms.
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Simple living in his shipping container home has enabled lance to break free from the rat race, quit a job that wasn’t making him happy and return to a place where he can be with his friends and family. I hope you enjoy this tour of his wonderful container home.
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Music in this video by Bryce Langston: / brycelangston
Presented and Produced by: Bryce Langston
Camera: Bryce Langston & Rasa Pescud
Editing: Rasa Pescud
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[@Ume2821]

This guy shows you that you need to live for what is important. We don't need a lot to live happily.

[@petten33]

My God, this episode was sooo freaking real. Wow. My heart goes out to this fellow.

[@Maubari]

Lance has a heart of gold.. and it broke mine to hear about his losses. I'm so, so sorry for your losses, Lance - but I gotta say I really liked your tiny house too!

[@leannefrances8243]

I lost my mum , my partner and my first grandson within a few months a few years ago and so I feel for you man ! And I really understand how your values in life change ,, so ,well done for creating a beautiful space to go forward and continue your begin your new journey 🌟 Bryce you are such a cool caring dude you rock 💜

[@-Epiphany]

Oh lawd...That is crazy...sorry to hear that...how are you doing?

[@shondalesstudio]

I sincerely hope every day is a little better than the last. ❤

[@carolhewett3756]

Wow, I'm impressed with the bump out, I was struggling with the feaseability of a 20ft container and that extra 4x8 ft makes a big difference.

[@Mamajonaful]

It's brilliant, isn't it?

[@daminidattachowdhury1996]

This is not just a regular KZbin channel. It's an emotion.

[@antonioernesto7892]

"Eating is very important to me"... A man after my heart ♥️😂

[@elizabethtimothy4776]

Are you a Taurus? They tend to love food😀

[@sonquatsch8585]

@@elizabethtimothy4776 i love food. waterbearer.

[@AnimalFacts]

His mom passing away hit me right in the feels. When my mom got real bad with cancer made me reevaluate my life as well. Came to the same conclusion about working for other people.

[@KCGalanski]

Me too. My dad's passing away at the end of January made me want to do more with my life and follow my dreams.

[@smsy19]

Bryce you are such a great communicator, allowing conversation to flow. I love hearing how Lance made his tiny home, it’s really inspirational.

[@livingbig]

I hope you all enjoy this weeks video! Lance’s story is really special. The home that he has built for himself is beautiful but his insights on life and what’s really important were my takeaway from our time with him. Thanks to all of you for watching!

[@synthiaeugene22]

Living Big In A Tiny House Thank you for sharing this video. Your videos inspired me a lot. Awesome job!

[@Dee-bv4py]

I completely agree with you here.. I felt inspired and also how much fun it would be to be friends with this man. So insightful , talented and calm. His house has his personality it seems.

[@wilmaknickersfit]

What a lovely man and home. This video really highlights the value of life and making the best of every day, something I'm not good at. We talk about tiny houses, but some are so special that I think of them as tiny HOMES.

[@pmmurf101]

This is really an amazing story, Bryce. Lance is so down to earth and such a feeling individual. Good to hear he is living life on his own terms, and able to heal from the losses he has suffered and within a short span of time, it seems. Great home, too!

[@BlessedForever888]

Thank you as always. One of the best channels on all of youtube

[@donaldhall2037]

I hope he's happier than he sounds or appears...he seems like a caring and giving soul..he deserves to be happy. Talented and living the life I want to live or at least try. Love his home.

[@SuzyQ2022]

THIS is without a doubt the most beautiful, well planned small container home I have seen with such a low cost of building it. It looks so serene, and comfortable. I was so impressed with the cleaver way you incorporated the doors into expanding the length your home. I love all of the natural pieces you incorporated into the design and decor, the beautiful wooden countertops and the very artistic branch above your bed add so much! I could easily live in it. If I ever get to the point of deciding to live in a small place like this I would be thrilled to have you build it for me. I was so impressed with you Lance. You seem like such a wonderful, kind soul! Thanks for sharing a peek into your life and your new found freedom in this beautiful setting. I had a dear friend tell me years ago, "When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. " It looks like you have made "lemonade" out of the lemons and made a good choice in simplifying your life and bringing about a much deserved feeling of peace. Blessings, and I wish you the very best!!

[@aelfwynn8]

How can anyone dislike this video?....I am astounded there are any thumbs down. This man is trying to heal himself and created a beautiful space in which to do so. Great job and sending lots of hugs xxxx

[@kimfromnewzealand8768]

Some people are just horrible and don't have empathy.

[@PEPPTalk5]

Overcome. That is definitely the running theme of Lance’s journey. It is nerve wrecking for many of us to face tragedy , and a transition full of uncertainty. Thanks Brice for featuring this build and the narrative that went along with it from its builder. This is truly an inspiration to those especially going through their current overcome in life.

[@willn9753]

This is such a great home especially for the cost ! His story was heartbreaking and I wish him the best. He's really a strong guy. Can't get enough of this channel.

[@britishgypsum4347]

I love the way Bryce presents his shows. This one was just beautifully done. Lance has done an amazing job with his container home and I have thoroughly enjoyed watching this. Totally agree with a few others about the fact it is great to find one that was way under the $80K mark. Great to see and very inspirational

[@Ecolinguist]

Great video! I love that you always focus on people and their house is just an excuse to tell their unique stories. Not every tiny house has to be super expensive and equipped with top appliances. The way you connect with people and tell their stories, Bryce, makes your channel my favorite in the tiny house niche! Thank you for your amazing work! 🤠You're truly BIG!

[@NewMetallica]

This is a great story, home and person! So sad to hear the tragic events Lance had to go through, but I hope (and it certainly looks like) he's living a happier life now. Also love what he does for a living now, very cool! Thanks for sharing Bryce.

[@livingbig]

Thanks JJ!

[@mmoves4603]

This one just speaks to my heart. I just love Lance’s journey back to himself. What a beautiful home as well. 💙

[@zann5566]

This home exudes calm and peace, beauty and ease.

[@buhtsecks1303]

And homosexuality

[@paularekiyah7289]

I felt him when he said the “working life wasn’t for me”. So sad he lost important people to him, such a sensitive story 💓

[@RVBadlands2015]

Paula Rekiyah If I though working life wasn’t for me then I would be homeless. You can work and still be with family. Nice that he had family he could park his tiny home but most people don’t.

[@tanyajohnston8262]

Lance has been through a lot of pain but he is showing strength, healing and a beautiful heart. And he has made a beautiful home. I have family on Vancouver Island, up by Duncan and so love coming out from Ontario to visit.

[@lisaswallow80]

I think this was one of your best episodes. Great work. I love what this man has accomplished in changing his life after such heart break.

[@mayoalv4299]

Greetings from Honduras 💕 new fan here! You guys are the type of influencers the world really needs 😻

[@livingbig]

Thank you so much Mayo! I travelled to Honduras a number of years ago. It's a beautiful country!

[@Spidercandy957]

Yo también soy de Honduras! 🇭🇳 hi five catracho 👋🏼

[@mayoalv4299]

@@Spidercandy957 yay, yo de sps

[@beanieclue1209]

He’s right about life. You gotta think about the little things you want in your life. Meaningful things that makes you smile.

[@sharonromero128]

Thank you Lance for sharing your DIY container home with us; and your life experience. May God draw very near to you with His great heart of love to comfort and bless with peace and healing. He hurts with you. Lance, you have created a very nice, simple, beautiful and elegant home. In fact, if you hadn’t said it was a DIY project I would have thought it was a professional build; very well done. The interior is well designed and functional, clean lines and full of light. My impression is one of comfort, beauty, peace, quiet; ah, home. Very nice location, too. Thank you Bryce and Rasa for another thoughtful and kind Tiny House tour. You have a way of helping people feel at ease sharing their home. Safe travels and blessings to you both. Thank you.

[@adamguymon7096]

The van conversion is a good idea because you can still have the basic necessities of your tiny home but you can travel and know when you need to come back home it will be waiting for you.

[@lauraleazenby828]

This is truly the first container home that could not contain my joy for this unique and wonderful individual. This episode blindsided me at the same time opened my eyes to a spectacular way to live life! Bravo!

[@jenniealexxa]

The fact he designed and created this home from scratch is so amazing because it is so beautiful.

[@brysonlahaie]

I've been watching Living Big in a Tiny Home for some time now, and each and every video touches my heart. Truly a beautiful, enchanting, and inspiring experience. Lance, I wish you the best of luck on your adventures and endeavors. May your new life path now be full of smooth sailing and be a peaceful and tranquil journey. Bryce, you are a true Legend. Your (you and Rasa's) dedication, courage, and quest for a pure life goal are incredibly moving. Your videos are a combination of passion, intellect, and artistic mastery. "Sometimes its those life events that can be a catalyst and really show us how important and how precious life is. And how important it is to be able to go on this journey that enables us to do things that are of true innate importance in our lives." Bryce Langston... Legend. I wish you all, the best. Cheers "I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination." Jimmy Dean

[@kimfromnewzealand8768]

So Elegantly said ☺

[@marymclendon4344]

So sorry you lost your best friend and Mother. Very difficult time in your young life. You are a very strong man. Hope your future holds many great surprises. Great job on the tiny home.

[@stephaniebotfield5752]

Bryce I’ve watched and rewatched your videos. Every home you enter you are full of compliments. I also feel you may have pinched a few ideas as you are going. This man has been so resourceful in his mind and body, his house is lovely and yet again I would love to be able to emulate him. Sadly any dream I had has been smashed. There are no corners to turn anymore for me. Thank you kindly Steph x

[@cbrisalchemist6887]

Beautiful and exquisite way to utilize grief as energy for change. 💖

[@maximmortal3170]

This guy is a true champion. Congratulations to him. God's speed.

[@markjones5561]

Bryce has got to be one of the nicest fellas on KZbin. Caring and sincere. You're much appreciated mate.

[@linedanzer4302]

I've watched virtually all of Bryce and Rasa's videos but I actually said out loud "Oh my God!!" when they walked inside. Love it! The gentleman's story touched my heart and I pray that his path is filled with love, excitement, and most of all joy.

[@jmjrosary4697]

Great interviewer, and so good the way he makes people feel so wonderful in there creativity in creating a tiny home. Your admirable and so handsome. God bless you. I wish I could build a tiny home in my daughter's big backyard.

[@biablackbutterfly]

His house is so beautiful, his attitude on life is awesome and everything about him and the way he lives and works is just simply amazing!! And of course his really handsome! =) So yeah... Love the video!!! xoxo

[@motionsick]

I was born in Victoria and moved to the US in the 90's. Ive been back a few times but not enough. Love it there. This build is dope. Really like the idea of a modular addition to push the sleeping area out. Very clever.

[@cannavaras]

Yay!! Its Friday, the coffee is on and its time for LBIATH. Thanks Bryce, cant wait to watch this one.

[@livingbig]

Cheers Andy! Hope you enjoy the episode!

[@6lr6ak6]

Lance Seems a real good guy, very chilled, he's done a great job there, 'cut your cloth accordingly' when you think no one needs mansions and millions and millions in the bank, wish him all the best in future👍

[@mariepaul1430]

my heart goes out to you lance for your loss...time will heal the heart and we learn to carry on as hard as it is xo love your tiny home you did a good job wish i was there to see it in the reality. hi there marie from new zealand good luck with your next project.

[@ImDBatty1]

Lance, lovely home! I'm sorry to hear of your loss, that's rough! 🤗 Bryce this must have impacted you, hearing about his loss, but I think you handled it with tack and your normal charm... 🙂 🖤🦇

[@livingbig]

Thank you Batty!

[@TrainsFerriesFeet]

Lance seems like such a kind, calm and gentle person.

[@peony809]

Lovely home. Thank you, Bryce for bringing Lance’s story to us. I admire his strength and gentleness and wish him all the best.

[@lulyfresa]

Bryce, you are an adorable and sensitive man. You can really connect to other beautifull people like Lance and tell a heart felt story.

[@cory_aqua]

Thanks for sharing these great project ideas and the amazing people behind them.

[@livingbig]

You're welcome Cory!

[@aldoileanumeliber]

I resonate so much with your story. I was working in the oil & gas industry and when I found out my mom has cancer, I came back home from Asia to spend time with her before her death. 3 Years later my dad passed away (this year) and now I'm starting my own project for a small container home. peace and love!

[@randalllevy5307]

I always enjoy your videos. Not only do you show the workability of the tiny homes built, you also point out the design features, and most importantly, you tell the story of the people who built the tiny home.

[@aydanr3523]

Awesome amount to have paid to have his own living space. Great story.

[@ninfarose]

3 millions subscribers. My boyfriend Is Canadian. We were living together in Collingwood, Ontario, now I had to come back Italy. He is still there homeless. Congratulations 💕💕💕💕

[@silentangel221]

What?

[@ninfarose]

@@silentangel221 this Tiny house Channel 🥰 has 3 millions subscribers 💗💗💗 I was living together with my husband in Ontario. Then immigration asked me to leave immediately the country because my Visa couldn't be extended anymore. Now I am going to rejoin my love. I am getting wealth. Lots of luck, love, blessings to you and to everyone here.💗🌹🌹🌹🌹🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈💞💞💞💞

[@ninfarose]

@@silentangel221 check out my humble magic funny channel for my story. Old videos show me dancing with my husband playing piano. Love. Laura.

[@virginiavargas893]

A heartwarming & inspiring story. Some of us aspire to living a simple lifestyle and doing what we love ...he certainly found his passion & purpose after loss.

[@BlessedForever888]

What a beautiful life transformation!!! what a great example you set for others, Brother Lance. Namaste

[@JosSerr-mw9fc]

I cried so much the first time i saw this episose this is too real and enlightening 👏👏 Seeing it again after a while and i still get teary eyed... And the house is excellent. Getting lots of ideas on this channel hoping i can do something like this in the near future

[@zoeemiko8149]

I love this tiny container home. The only thing I wish I'd seen was Lance giving his grandfather more credit for making it possible for him to have such beautiful surroundings to restart his life in. The cost of land is insanely high in BC & his lifestyle without a real job is only possible because of his grandfather's generosity. A parcel the size he's living on in such a beautiful wooded area would cost in the neighborhood of $175-200K Canadian. Instead he phrased it as his grandfather would eventually need help so he was, out of the goodness of his heart, settling on grandpa's free land. If he leased the land he uses he would have mentioned it in his expenses.

[@i_amrlestiahn]

What a journey ! This is the most touching Tiny house project that I've ever come across. Sending hugs to Lance and everyone going through the same thing 🤗

[@hackedstalked6371]

Thank you for sharing and opening up Lance. Beautiful. You have a good heart and are smart for thinking in long terms.

[@dogcatparty7371]

My dog really enjoyed this video!

[@Nanogrip]

I've seen a couple of videos on this channel, but this one is very touching with the host being respectful and humble, you've got a new subscriber. Greetings from the tiny islands of Palau 🇵🇼!

[@Marie-or6hz]

Love, love this. Not everyone is blessed to find their way to healing. Excellent life change my friend.

[@annabellabells6647]

Lance, my best friend passed recently as well in a very brutal way which made coping with it very difficult. No one understands why it has effected me to the level that is has which makes it even worse. We worked together as well. My job has suffered and I lost my home and living out of my car at the moment but I aspire to have a tiny home one day and it is difficult to lose your best friend and so young she was only 23. I don’t know what it’s like to have a mother but I’m sure that was and is extremely difficult. I’m so proud that you didn’t turn to drugs and you were able to turn your life into something so positive and I wish you the very best in life.

[@j0.anne.]

What a beautiful, heart breaking and strong story. Kudos.

[@michaelkks]

What a good looking guy. Glad he did something he could enjoy.

[@TheJayair]

His very inspiring, to overcome such a hurdle in his life. I want nothing more in life, sorry for your losses may they rest in peace. You Inspire me man Thank you for sharing your story with us.

[@girlface983]

Doing less it works well with getting older. One thing that becomes noticable to me is how soothing it is.

[@DrummerGrrrl]

I love the little things he has taken from nature to decorate his home.

[@SoldierMHGod]

This is an exceptional home indeed. Hats 🧢 off to Lance!

[@adhithibalaji6651]

So beautiful!! Shows that when you put your heart and soul into something it really really shows!! And to do that during times of difficulty in one’s life is amazing, hats off!

[@Benji-py1qh]

I hope one day... I can do that beautiful house here in my country. Philippines

[@simonvance8054]

Wow....amazing job on the container....it seems so much bigger when you go inside..that guy has style...

[@freddiemontanez8461]

Lance, this is a beautiful tiny house. I like your story. I can relate to you. After mom passed away. I felt so empty. And you this house tiny one floor ,my dream for my mom. Love this ❤️ house. Lance ,God bless you and your Tiny House..

[@RVingTheCountry]

How could 900 people not like this? Haha Awesome. I’ve been traveling the country in an RV for 2 1/2 yrs. I finally found a buyer and am on the search now for a piece of land to build my own dream tiny home. Love the outside wood you brought inside, especially the branch. I’ll be doing a two story container home. But thanks for the great ideas.

[@siiiiena]

Me and my family are having a bit of a competition to see who can design the best tiny house. Anyone got any tips or ideas?

[@monamoore5471]

Follow your need in tiny house don't design something doesn't fit your needs and your family needs

[@johnganshow5536]

Just watching all the choices on this youtube channel, should give you some great ideas...

[@siiiiena]

Maroxa’s Choices That’s a really good idea. Thanks!

[@siiiiena]

Mona Moore True but inspiration is always useful

[@Chimaeridae]

All of your videos are wonderful glimpses into people's life stories-I love them for that alone-and I'm especially happy when I can also learn new ideas that might work for my own future build. As I've pondered using a shipping/ cargo container, I found this video quite informative. I was convinced there had to be a way to enclose the space that could be created by the doors (while neither damaging the structure of the container nor having to build a full roof over the entire thing), but I wasn't sure how to go about it. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@carrie8541]

Lovee!! Such a beautiful and inspiring story. Thanks so much for posting. Fantastic quality of life indeed.

[@brianjoyce9040]

Concentrating on the important aspects of life. Great way to show it Bryce well done

[@gretatitatamayor4257]

We were born fully loaded and it's our task to discover our potentials, great job, concentrate on what you want to do, focus on your passion, that will lead you to your greatness!

[@amberc1356]

Bryce is such a genuine dude.

[@mjohnson1741]

God bless this man, he is truly a beautiful soul. I'm so sorry he had to go thru so much tragedy. He seems to be dealing with it well, namaste.

[@psalms-xs1uq]

Lance has a beautiful warm charm !

[@Bexinnamon]

Beautiful home and touching story.

[@WinnieLuthienThye]

This is beautiful in every aspect.

[@valentinalove4131]

what a beautiful and lovely man..bright light

[@IamAhShah]

Lance is such a sweetie. I so identify with everything expressed in this piece. Thank you so much! 🖤🖤🖤

[@KimI-ib5ji]

This dude is super chilled.

[@kelli-mariesmiscellany2788]

This episode really touched me, well wishes Lance, keep on trooping.

[@GuiAntonioli]

Let's take a moment here to appreciate how smooth Bryce and his girlfriend are when it comes to telling a sad story: No dramatic music in the background, no close shots to the person's face to "impact", nothing dramatic, just telling a story by showing old images of the late ones. Bryce then brilliantly follows up with amazing words on how we should appreciate life, the guest moves on to say how the house healed him... it is perfect. It's so natural. Congratulations, I don't see milionaire shows able to do 1/3 of what you accomplished with this video!

[@amerryone]

Can't beat the forest vibe outhouse! Love those =) ..... I know one with a great view of the ocean and the rising sun!!!

[@yildirimakin3767]

Huge hug to this beautiful soul✨🥀

[@simplygrace8448]

604 liker here. Its 11;30 pm here but I need to watch this💕

[@l.b.603]

I would love to see how this guy is doing now. I loved his home and heart so much and would love to hear more.

[@AdsMum100]

Loved this! I think that was my favourite Tiny Home of all time. I'd love to live there x

[@garypeterson2921]

Hello beautiful

[@heyitsmeCat]

This touches my soul.

[@darrenchipman1662]

Like the plastic coragated shaped protection cover, along with the extension. Need to do a wood deck for this place. Nice branch, and oak kitchen shelf. Not to keen on the bruners next to the wall. But great counter area in the kitchen, and insulation. Very good build.

[@maryanneselvey2682]

Love the house! He is a precious soul!

[@garypeterson2921]

Hello Mary

[@ChristSaves88]

Beautiful tiny home! I wish that guy continued peace and happiness.🙏🏾

[@timiw503]

Bruh the way you weaved the plant through the branch ❤

[@kumokundomo9705]

This really struck home for me.

[@kristieweir2806]

Moved by your Journey and amazed by your home. Thanks to both! :) LUV THIS CHANNEL!

[@kluger2222]

This is the saddest episode so far 😭