#3 Climbing Vandalino, finishing the solar and visiting a local art collector

[@skx9159]

I love that I have 2years of these to watch

[@kattihatt]

I have the feeling your channel will grow into something really great.

[@thegameofpennies3574]

I don't think its even gonna take that long.

[@JonasStuart]

It already is!

[@traceg2903]

I'm addicted...love everything about this channel.

[@iamXanderJones]

I subbed before I even watched the first video in this series... I saw the titled and decided on the spot... so glad I did.

[@davidiglesiasgomez7616]

I’m watching that video again….after two years, and you were right!

[@radiogramgramophonetoons5802]

The interior of the Art collector’s house is wonderful

[@tamarafeliz]

Yes I thought so too, I could listen to him tell me stories all day long ☺️

[@theresajamous4423]

Hi

[@lisadawley]

He was such a renaissance man, house and man from another era, so peaceful

[@perolagrande]

I'm not a fan of smokers though. I'd never visit someone who smokes, it is choking and intoxicating for everyone around.

[@dostojevski5588]

@@perolagrande haha, dont come to europe then

[@iSuperMC]

The quality and level of production, you’re very talented

[@adambenk0]

I would call it a skill acquired through many years of hard work, not a gifted imaginary talent.

[@avatarofenlightenment386]

In Canada we are obsessed with insulation, filling in the cracks, sealing the doors, and adding more insulation. Now you know why. Cold sucks. Excellent videos. Well crafted. Thank you for your work.

[@McofCOD]

You live in a pretty terrible place for someone who doesn't like the cold haha

[@mjordan812]

A thought - if its not already too late - when you bury the cable from the solar shed to the cabin, bury two. That way, all you will have to do when you upsize the plant is to hook it up. Going up at least one wire size will also help as you will get less loss. Easy to do initially, less easy later to retrofit.

[@irenehelsen7666]

Or dig in a pvc sewerpipe. 43 or 50 mm. Zo you can expand de cables. And add a thin rope inside the tube

[@bulthy1958]

Yes really big cable, voltage drop over 50M will matter

[@pavelsulc2617]

@@bulthy1958 50 m is not so terrible at 220V AC

[@kathkwilts]

My electrician husband would concur…

[@jobliss3932]

@@pavelsulc2617 Exactly... It should be ordinary mains cable from the inverter but is it? It looks a bit thin in the video so hard to tell.

[@nahum3557]

The cinematography is really nice

[@tanja-grundmann]

It's four in the night, and I can't stop watching your videos.... Love from France!

[@janettesinclair6279]

You have fascinating neighbours! The view from Monte Vandalino across to your hillside shows that you are not as isolated as I first thought, which is good. Look forward to seeing how your renovation develops.

[@PareWorks]

Loved the edit, super calm, don't mind the length either. Curious to see it all develop, good luck!

[@joshtheprune]

Very pleased to have found this jewel of a channel.

[@helenvangeleuken6265]

Such a beautiful place, and the people you meet are so interesting. I'm looking forward to seeing how you develop this into a comfortable home. You make a great video!

[@enricocanavese6488]

Sei straordinario. Tranquillo, rilassato, ti fai tutte le cose per bene. Meraviglioso!

[@patchadams4me]

Kirsten is how I discovered you. She finds the most interesting people and places.

[@aeneas116116]

What is her name, I would like to find her channel?

[@n1cknamed]

@@aeneas116116 Kirsten Dirksen

[@davidschmaus1]

What a treat to find your channel today Martijn. Very relaxing to watch and a perfect blend of story, visuals and work. Im sure I will be caught up on the videos this evening. Cheers!

[@MrsOveata]

Huskies rule!!

[@joea104]

SO awesome Kirsten Dirksen visited you I've discovered many fascinating people because of her videos. You Sir are an amazing individual just for the sheer fact that you welcome us in for a glimpse of your life experience. Keep up the great work.

[@klausmoritzpeitzsch690]

While working for the Chiesa Valdese I had the chance to visit Torre Pellice and the surounding villages many years ago. What a stunning place! Thx for refreshing my memories.

[@berniecoles2337]

Wow! To find such an interesting character in such a beautiful house in the Alps, surrounded by books and artefacts, is amazing, almost magical. Glad you filmed it, or nobody would believe you otherwise ❤️😂Brilliant!,

[@megb9700]

I enjoy the genuine conversations with neighbors, local people, and the camera. The visual images are so uplifting! Thank you.

[@tomgrantham9992]

I just joined your channel. I live in Timberlea, NOVA Scotia, Canada. I built my house in 1974. I am retired from teaching school. ( 2002) I do renovations now and intend to follow your reno. Good luck. 👍😀🇨🇦

[@davideborgna4918]

Ciao Martin non ci conosciamo, ma sono originale di una vallata del Monviso, ti seguirò in questa tua avventura sulle Alpi, e sempre stato un mio desiderio, sei grande Ciao..

[@DavideGiovanni]

19:12 che bello sentir parlare della mia terra

[@sharonmoreno9881]

Everything is like Van Gogh paintings come to life. His silhouette is Vincent.

[@DutchBatNL]

Being stuck at home you create my dream of freedom which I can feel here, .......Bedankt voor het delen!

[@nancyevans1278]

I miss living near the Rocky Mountains in the USA, but your videos bring back many fond memories. Beautiful scenic shots and videography, wonderful conversations and people and architecture, and good conversation regarding all of your projects current and future will keep me coming back. Subscribed and excited to watch all you post.

[@sgrvtl7183]

Me too! I lived 13 miles outside of Durango CO miss it immensely!!

[@adventuresofstitches]

Where can I find a man like this? ❤️ my father had many of your qualities. Worked with his hands. Problem solver. Even the old man you spoke with…you could see with his books and maps that he came from a different time. Old world. I love the old world. I love simplicity and I am going back to this way of life. Simple living. I love the sound of nature and quietness as you worked with your little shed. And to feel the warmth of the sun as you took a nap on the grassy hill. I could imagine myself there. Thank you for your lovely videos. Makes me want to move to Italy and live on this land. ❤️🙏😊

[@gorillaish]

“A man can be himself only so long as he is alone; and if he does not love solitude, he will not love freedom; for it is only when he is alone that he is really free.” ― Arthur Schopenhauer

[@phillipwright6726]

What an amazing project in such spectacular surroundings. I’m truly hooked and can’t wait for the next instalment. Thanks.

[@rodneymckenna6197]

The art collector was giving me strong Bilbo Baggins vibes... What a kind man.

[@nagolhayze9366]

This is epic.

[@jimm8682]

Your restorative build sounds adventurous and healthy. Thanks for the footage of the area and you two buildings, and the visit to the art guy, . Some people that live off grid like yourself complain about the cold, due to living in cabins that are not insulated, we in Canada say “ it’s not the cold weather it’s the wrong clothes” thermal underwear , wooly hats, real cashmere sweaters and good goose jackets with hoods, strong gloves and heavy insulated boots should solve all that, invest in all these and you should be fine.

[@meangrandma1630]

I've not seen this part of Italy, so different and beautiful, thank you for your videos

[@sniffjogi_4627]

love the Peace in your voice in the music and most important in the beautiful landscape.

[@JimmyTomes]

Haha this Italian man cannot believe that one cannot know the wines of the Langhe. What charm your videos have. I have enjoyed them immensely. Thank you for your work on them.

[@webdev217]

Wow the neighbor's home is stunning!

[@jaquelinebiggs3394]

Martijn thank you for introducing me to a new part of Europe that I didn't know. It is lovely up in the mountains there, and your videos are well crafted. Good luck with your book release in Amsterdam. I look forward to following you as you build this very satisfying new life.

[@lesliekwan6654]

Thank you for sharing your life and amazing home and surroundings with us. It is gorgeous

[@douggibson9084]

Beautiful scenery, fall is beautiful in the Alps. Enjoy your journey.

[@livingonthetyne]

What a wonderful experience visiting Daniele and learning some history and seeing the amazing art.

[@meangrandma1630]

Your art collector neighbor has such interesting family background and talent in collecting. OMG conversations would last forever, you are lucky to be surrounded by the wealth of knowledge directly around you. Explore it.

[@tzrunnerau]

I am just in awe of this location. I just discovered your channel. Thanks for inviting us along for the journey.

[@chrisr.3147]

Bro, don't take the stone off the roof before winter, put cob in the gaps!! Then just make window frames with high density foam, and then wrap it in plastic wrap (dual panes), and wedge it in the window openings. You'll be set for winter and still get daylight.

[@Makeitliquidfast]

Martin lacks a lot of basic understanding of easy fixes but he's such an altruistic guy I'm going easy on the critical for now but yes I agree with your observations. I think he's there to get back in touch with his Catholic roots maybe, of all the places in the world to pick, he's next to a priest.

[@leslievey7312]

I dont get the feeling hes in any hurry .

[@kvk1960]

There are too many rules he has to follow by law when renovating which prevent easy fixes. He explains this in the first video.

[@Makeitliquidfast]

@@kvk1960 its easier to ask for forgiveness than permission, a few pieces of gold overcomes many codes

[@Requiemes]

@@Makeitliquidfast lol that's Northern Italy not '90s Russia, dude is gonna get arrested if he even tries to bribe

[@pamelaruigh8185]

There is nothing like the peace on a mountain. The darkness and silence are black velvet. I had a cabin on a mountain in WV for 5 years. When I got too old I had to move closer to where there are people. Your videos remind me of that delicious solitude.

[@loisfolk5492]

Very interesting. The view outside is spectacular can’t wait to see it in the spring and summer. I’ll be watching ✌️🖖😵‍💫

[@beatrizmicci3738]

I loved all!😊 What a beautiful place! Thank you for sharing!👌

[@amyzweber1406]

I've enjoyed each episode; Kirsten Dirksen lead me to you-

[@sgrvtl7183]

Me too!

[@eddiewalker7252]

Love the name "Small Clearing of the Wolf" Probably can't have cats now! Very appropriate for a "Lone Wolf" Amazing tid bit the graphic designer legacy of the Republic of Italy! Must grow grapes for "Wolf Wine"!

[@Gabrielle4870]

Make gin with the priest 😂

[@tomcop668]

I've just found your videos and have only watched a few videos but you have picked an absolutely beautiful area to have a cabin.

[@naturligfunktion4232]

That art collector... what a lovely home. All those books. I could be there for a month just reading!

[@timdales8300]

Wow! The meeting with the art collector was awesome! Such historY~!

[@gianmarcosardi7340]

I'm watching the short twice film as the buildings' rural stories.Thank very much for your screenshoot

[@RobLawson1982]

These videos are fabulous. Beautiful place, lovely interesting people. I feel like I’m on holiday. You have hard work ahead but you are very lucky to have such an opportunity. Really look forward to watching the progress. Good luck.

[@MsSurigirl]

What a rich, wonderful home he has. What history!

[@soniak2865]

Daniele is a treasure!

[@suzyevans1755]

Bellissimo, I am French, Italian... I love the seigneurie....

[@mikebrannon4194]

really excellent. the location is stellar. wish there weeny commercials every 4 minutes to break the mood, tho.

[@valmarriner9718]

This is the 21st century Walden. Thoreau with art and colour. It is wonderful.

[@ghomerhust]

absolutely incredible seeing the history of the area there, with the stone workers, and learning the name of your little home. i am jealous of the history there, because the US has so little actual history by comparison. our natives left very little to be discovered, so our hard history didnt really even start until the 1600s, several thousand years behind the solid history that was being built all over europe and the isles.

[@92MrSandmann]

Such a wonderful view

[@fiorinomichelinsalomon1196]

BUON NATALE E FELICE ANNO NUOVO A TUTTI !!

[@2platser]

Your videos are like deep breaths for someone who live in a city. It makes me so relaxed yet really inspired. Thanks

[@misscharmaineX]

Gosh I am adoring these videos.

[@fiorinomichelinsalomon1196]

Mi piace tantissimo quando Martijn parla con questo personaggio di Torre Pellice !!

[@vyvienvp3413]

At first I thought this channel is a slow burn. But then that is it's charm. I especially like the breaks from DIY and visits to your neighbours. Are you going to show your local town and it's characters? Really enjoying this. : )

[@vaniareyneke4761]

I am finding this very interesting. Thank you. It is a beautiful place and watching your progress is admirable. Look forward to more.

[@annieokerlin3170]

Watching this feels like a meditation, thank you

[@buffalolizard]

Martin, this is so outstanding that you are a graphic designer…perhaps you can work from you cabin studio? Good luck and keep it up. Living in an rv to get it all going is so admirable… The Italian gentleman was wonderful as well.

[@ASamaa-tx3fz]

He can probably work renovating other people's cabins for money who do not know about woodwork and solar systems

[@magickitchen54]

I can't stop watching this project. It's so so beautiful there. Thank you for sharing this project with us.

[@johanadriaan778]

Thanks for sharing the beauty. The drone shots are really gorgeous; I wonder how much time of footage and editing goes into these few minutes but they are precious and worth all the effort. Interesting neighbours you’ve got! In bocca al lupo as they use to say over there (and fitting the name of your baita!).

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

So you were also featured by Kirsten for her project. How nice. Nicer still to meet Daniele, with his treasure trove of information relevant to your home and area's history, including maps and photos with important details. How interesting that you three men in particular ended up being neighbors there (and able to communicate easily), in which the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. I recall that you setup the battery box to be able to disconnect the batteries for your absence. Will you be insulating the interior walls of the battery box and wrapping the batteries for winter, so they don't freeze? That's an issue we have had. Bright blessings.

[@marB84]

In eerste instantie #5 tegen gekomen. Nu de serie vanaf het begin aan het kijken.. wat heb je het landschap prachtig weergegeven. Heel veel succes vanuit Overijssel!

[@1970jel]

Wow wat een prachtige omgeving. Ik geniet van je opnames!

[@JUSTINBUISSON]

You're a graphic designer!!!! Nice

[@RD-tx6vh]

Your videos are extremely well done. Love watching your documented adventure in the Italian Alps. I absolutely adore Italy.

[@gaelcarlton9182]

I think your channel is already great!.... I love your adventures... enjoying life is the finest gift we give ourselves.

[@Nonna3xs]

I can feel the longing in my soul watching your videos. The true heart ache from the desire to be alive in this place

[@anthonysinclair5721]

You make excellent videos , that all I can think of! 👍

[@urbinatifilippo]

Fantastic!

[@JohnKruse]

I look forward to your climbing Monviso! The prettiest mountain in the region. I asked my wife and she said Val Pellice is the home of a lot of Waldensians. She used to go there on weekends with her best friend in high school. I also really enjoyed your visit with your neighbor. I was shocked that his grandfather designed the Emblem of the Italian Republic... I think your neighbors are more interesting than mine!

[@ema-b1h]

I like this man I like hanging out with those neighbors or people. wherever Today i walked in this city where im for a short trip part of it was a failure part was a success which came a a result of the failures. Mostly When the sun set sadness hit me but some say you should be there I went back to the old town where i sleptthe bus came quickly , a random bus station only on one side of the street on a crapy road And hardly anyone on the bus Everyone is really nice When i dont travel i forget I loose this since of wonder That comes only qhen tou have thiskinda fraction with the world as you travel As a woman with a nice looking face and solo vibe your always more noticed especially in the middle east This attention when its not negative is also sometime strange cos you wonder how everything is really is Sometimes im tired and it really shows on my face too Inthe success i promise myself nothing will ever scare me again I have a few godd days at home that culture shock than morneen The routine wit a spice and than slowly i am turning yet again to just another idiot

[@beed9643]

I so love the music and the beautiful scenery of the Mother nature. It's so soothing. I love hiking in the woods and enjoy the nature. My peaceful, happy place. I started to wonder what I really want to do with my life now. This is fantastic and inspiring for me. Thank you! Be safe. Luv, peace, and Happiness. :)

[@lindaflowers1384]

So glad I found this channel! Facinating! Really appreciate your dedication to renovation----- stunning views!

[@danitagoins4574]

I agree w/jakob. 😊I love everything about what you’re doing, and the way that you are presenting it. I am excited to follow your journey. I am disabled, but once traveled and dreamed. My son is going to be backpacking across Italy, 3 weeks from now.

[@tartariadreaming]

fantastic people around the world.........so interesting

[@richardbrady2818]

I have a feeling your cabins will grow into something really great.

[@DucadiBorgogna_]

His house its just beautiful

[@deadinteresting8905]

so enjoying your adventures!! The view is amazing!! looking forward to following your journey :)

[@Gladki007]

You channel is the best random find of 2022 so far :)

[@CraigMCox]

So cool to go from something technical to something so novel/cinema-like with the Art Collector

[@soniamarieduguiawe9112]

Your video is a stress reliever. While watching... It seems I am attuned to nature's wonders and transported to your lovely place. It is such a break from the noise and toxic pollution of social media. Thank you for sharing your world. 🙏

[@isabelsanchez822]

that old man was so eager to show him his books of the past,

[@speeddemon945]

I am a follower of Kirsten Dirksen. No wonder KZbin lead me into this awesome channel of yours :) keep it up!

[@igordrakulovic6857]

I like your watch. Thats a life, wauu! Pure art, all.

[@lindaannsimmons9312]

We’ve enjoyed your channel! Looking forward to future videos!

[@sandra75843]

I am so enjoying your videos. My great grandmother was from Amsterdam.

[@robertcaffrey6097]

Im watching this really absorbed in all the tranquil scenery and nature and then thinking a little over 2000km away a lunatic is destroying the place with bombs and warfare, what a wonderful world we live in.

[@BJOAKA24]

You show us some magnificent views. Thank you

[@smoking707]

I have to say Martijn you film this so beautifully...a pleasure to watch.

[@jaimym]

Geweldig! Echt leuk dat ik je videos tegen gekomen ben. Ik kijk met plezier, dank voor het delen. Gr.

[@susankorzeniewska9902]

I can see I will check back for your postings. Lovely setting, watching you work in the first two videos I found reminded me of my husband and I restoring our first home on a hill outside of Syracuse, NY in USA. I loved those days and all the skills we developed. It is encouraging to see young people put in the 'elbow grease' of hard physical work, building their lives. Thank you Martijn.