Boeing retiree finds meaning inventing micro homes & high speed trikes

[@Inf1ltr81]

I can't understand what's not to like about this. The guy's amazing!

[@brentneves3602]

Agreed

[@meursault7030]

This is utterly fascinating. I thought about this kind of stuff when I was a kid, but as you get older, enough of your ideas get shot down that you just start assuming things are done the usual way because that way's the best way. But that's absolute bollocks. This video properly unlocked something that had fallen asleep in my head.

[@Tampo-tiger]

Paul is one of those people who truly enrich the world. His shelters, bike caravans and one man boats are so inspiring. He's such a clever, understated man.

[@nicoleblack438]

Homeless people need long term lock down psych treatment. Not live on the street.

[@aslmad1]

Nicole Black no

[@goxoom6116]

and loving guy

[@craigtheschmeg3253]

@@nicoleblack438 Homeless people need long term lock down psych treatment but while they're waiting for government to get it in gear, they need a dry place safe to sleep.

[@bsimpson639]

You think all homeless people are mentally ill? Wow. That’s myopic.

[@solarcabin]

Elkins is a tinkerer and we share a lot of the same hobbies. I have designed and built several off grid cabins including the one I live in now. I also design lots of homeless shelters having been homeless myself and even a tiny house boat and lots of off grid solar appliances that actually work like my solar composting toilet now used in Pakistan and India. The best part is when you can build them cheap from recycled materials someone was going to throw away and someone says "Hey- I can do that!". Thanks for the video of your project history, Elkins!

[@truenorthstrongfree8566]

My Dad was the same way, he most likely made and designed tools and gadgets that work, not just look like they are supposed to right..... RIP Dad Cant wait to see you soon. Thanks for sharing.

[@cyborg6085]

His response to breaking the "window" is exactly how everyone should go about life

[@ayoutubechannul]

Fuxk yeah

[@caswallonandflur692]

Live and Learn . Learn to live. But .. money helps !

[@thesupercooladventureshow6080]

Just go for it! That's life

[@Aw-ns1qx]

Yes! My first thought ehen the window broke was "he's not upset, he just learned how to make something better!"

[@Aw-ns1qx]

@@caswallonandflur692 Money unfortunately makes the world go round for sure. Though he uses very little money for his inventions and upcycles most of his materials, for people living paycheck to paycheck every penny is already spent. There is also the matter of having space and tools. That helps and you often need money for those. However you can do a lot of things at no or very little cost. I love crafts of all sorts. I love making anything I need and always find ways to improve things. My first sewing machine my exs dad got for me free from the still good shed at the dump. You can get TONS of good stuff at these. My second sewing machine that I still use I got for 5 bucks at a yard sale. Both nice machines and I gave the first one to my friends sister who wanted to go into fashion. It is often all in how you see the world. What can be improved or what can be used for what. $15 for the clips that hang baby toys? $1 for shower curtain clips. I started when I wanted to make a pull wagon as a kid. Got 2 wheels off an old carriage and put them on a box. Tied on a rope and I loved that thing. Inventing is all about imagination. Where there is a need for something or room for improvement find a way. If low on money, just keep an idea in your head and your eyes open and you'll find what you need eventually. Always be curious and never stop learning.

[@Benzy670]

That folding kayak was one of the more impressive inventions this man has designed. This guy is brilliant and I love how his mind works. Very inspiring.

[@sanansa4567]

I wonder if the Oru Kayak company got the inspiration for their Origami Kayak from this guy.

[@BillOweninOttawa]

How brilliant is it to put a stove in a highly flammable plastic structure? Don't bother answering.

[@comfortouch]

@@BillOweninOttawa Pretty sure your house is highly flammable, and you have a stove in it. Maybe even a fireplace too.

[@chriss2295]

He’s always smiling. That’s the whole point - Do what you love!

[@thesupercooladventureshow6080]

Gotta keep the vibes positive!

[@SimonStuff2000]

and what u can.

[@landyn1322]

We need more people like him, he has an amazing mind

[@hotsauce3700]

It looks like he took inspiration from my mailbox.

[@pstuddy]

Lmfao omg I didn't think of that! Now I can't unsee it😹😹😹😹

[@thesupercooladventureshow6080]

Mine to!

[@magu9841]

Hot Sauce Or the Japanese capsule hotel.

[@bsimpson639]

Huge Paul Elkins fan. He has a good heart and great attitude, not to mention creativity and skill.

[@teresarogelio991]

this guy is just amazing and to help the homeless?..a genius with compassion while doing the things that he loves.

[@blueberrieloCCICG3rd]

He’s just one of those Fathers that’ll build you your own toy and you gotta love him for that 💙💙💙🥰God bless him and everyone else

[@toejamr1]

This guy is my spirit animal. I’m so happy to see people appreciating him.

[@markhenry2360]

He is awesome , what a beautiful mind . He will never be bored . Limited or unnaturally dependant on the American way of consumerism . He is free . Go brother man , live your life like you mean it . You are a true inspiration . Thanks for sharing be this video guy's ..good one

[@Bameronz]

Ive never seen someone live life so perfectly

[@TrevorJohnson-z3i]

You're a Gentleman Sir, the world would be a much better place if there were more people like you in it, thank you for everything.

[@thecurioussquirrelreviews]

What a blessing this man is! Very inspiring. I hope he continues his love for building and stays as curious as a child - undeniably candid!

[@scottchaisson6311]

Most interesting guy I've ever seen. He has taken the spot over in my life as my hero. After seeing this.......its all I think about. Life now makes sense

[@thesupercooladventureshow6080]

Got to love interesting people!

[@Alhawaii1]

Chill dude

[@bonilla2022]

The captain of coroplast , The duke of the discarded. Art for the homeless and adventurers. Another excellent insight into someone we should know. Thank you . :-)

[@davidfuller764]

Well put kind sir, well put... And I concur wholeheartedly!

[@Dellaluna13]

The Monarch of Modest-budget Mobile homes!

[@cerberus50caldawg]

The best part is he is making something useful of all those campaign sign eyesores you see spring up everywhere come election times... Bravo!!!

[@5thGenNativeTexan]

I've watched this guy build these cool small shelters for several years now. Definitely a project on my fun to-do list.

[@parkerposey788]

This makes me smile, thank you! 😁

[@user-nh9jj2bx5v]

he has obviously spouted this from indoor grow rooms lol

[@sammy84rielly]

U made me smile 😁⬅️That face hahahahahah

[@mattselnick4905]

Paul Elkins got me into building things at the tail end of high school. Probably the first person I've ever gone through and watched all of their videos. He helped me find my passion for design which I pursued and I'll always thank him for that.

[@nicholasyoder]

My Luck someone would steal my bike in the middle of the night and take me on a hell ride!

[@corneliusbrown3112]

@@JohnDoe-fv3vs good idea bro LMAO

[@annjfk]

@@JohnDoe-fv3vs you silly butt. get a bottle from vat19 or somewhere. I might try that. hehe.

[@kayEnt3rtainm3nt]

I picturing this as the premise to an anime conveyed in the opening credits while j-pop plays and the bike thief pulls the trailer to the left side of the screen across a field of lush grass.

[@nikkistahr7105]

😂😂😂😂

[@502greenurb]

And that's how you kidnap in style plus it comes with a bed so add some rape to that

[@SeanRambo]

This video makes me smile

[@kandiwolfe1125]

A gentleman like you has the heart and mind that can save our world, Sir! Thank you for sharing this with us!!Peace to All of Us!!

[@thedrummersclub3667]

What an amazing individual. This is the kind of guy I would love to have as a friend. What a great person

[@wamplertube]

Paul has been a big inspiration to me! I even built and documented my own bicycle camper! Absolutely amazing individual

[@oxennguyen3148]

The most intelligent man and so practical. I love how you keep things low and simple. I LOVE HIS SPIRIT. GOD BLESS YOU SIR.

[@BloomByCC]

Love his curiosity and playfulness.

[@HAIRHOLIC_1]

Man I love this guy, is because of people like him that we are able to live comfortably today electricity,lights, cars etc.People with great minds, I love his way of thinking, clearly he has so much fun doing it too. I admire him ❤️

[@Only1God]

Mr Elkins is an inspiration to me, I've followed him for years. 💚

[@paulredmond1327]

Yep, totally agree

[@tanazinn8484]

We need more ppl like Paul in this world!!!!🤗😇😇😇

[@kevindahm2995]

This guy should be teaching shop classes in a school!

[@rixxbeach7062]

Kevin Dahm i

[@KetansaCreatesArt]

Or atleast a youtube channel. It has been like he keeps making stuff and someone else is filming him occasionally. That's only how we know about him.. Edit:- I just found his channel. Its on his name Paul Elkins.

[@sooofunny37]

@@KetansaCreatesArt ty

[@thesupercooladventureshow6080]

Modern day shop/homeck teacher

[@bahamasking2063]

@@KetansaCreatesArt Thanks

[@TisDeV]

This man is a damn genius, love seeing minds like his at work.

[@captainKbobkeeshan]

the mind of an inventor!!! thanks for recording and posting this.

[@evayan5400]

soft spoken little pleasant old man. so cute awww!

[@1topskyrocket]

I've been designing small campers for a while, haven't had the funds to build the one I want to build. this impresses on me how important it is for something to be durable. keep you safe even. every one of your ideas are very creative. My Philosophy is to build it once and to keep it around your whole lifetime. no throw away. thanks for sharing.

[@watcherend]

Try starting a kickstarter campaign to help you get started

[@paulwelkinsdiy]

Remember these are prototypes of design, and sometimes function. I hate to throw my babies away, but some times it's necessary.

[@croman6456]

Great ideas, love the sketches no computer generated crap very artistic

[@DancerOfClouds]

This was totally enjoyable, educational and inspiring. This guy knows how to think out of the box, to get into it.

[@marywalther4297]

Amazing he's very creative he could make a bad homeless situation so much better for the homeless

[@marywalther4297]

Amazing he's very creative he could make a bad homeless situation so much better for the homeless

[@DonnDIY]

Paul Elkins is a great inspiration. Thank you for this upload!

[@StevenBeshears420]

Paul Elkins has his own channel.. Its pretty cool stuff he's got on there..

[@12mrcool1]

Steven Beshears yeah I had a binge day awhile ago and saw all the videos on these.

[@jasperedwards3341]

i no i subscribed about 4 year ago

[@KetansaCreatesArt]

Oooo, I was searching since long. Just found when I searched this name. Thank you for telling.

[@peacefulfloridaliving5052]

Simply amazing. My step father was just as creative. A man that could fix and build anything. Mom now has to hire someone for anything she wants since he passed suddenly in June. I wish I had the option to have fun this way. ❤️❤️

[@DaliwolfBacon]

I love Paul Elkins' mind. I have been following him for years and he never disappoints.

[@leathernluv]

This guy reminds me of me, just a couple years older. I grew up making stuff too, and still make stuff. I like this guy!

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

You are amazing. Wanting to create and help mankind is definitely a fantastic way to spend one's retirement. My dad 'retired' 3 times before actually admitting he could! 😁

[@花鳥風月.風雅人生]

Woo... it’s really Great job , looks like cool. Thanks for sharing. I. Am proud with you.God bless you

[@martinshow5146]

Paul is a great builder with his own style and great visions

[@thesupercooladventureshow6080]

Sometimes you just build and see what happens!

[@fireit7007]

You’re a marvel at simple, resourceful, survival, adventurous, and humanitarian engineering!! I made a coroplast carrier for my elderly mom to pull groceries, her purse, mail and anything else up the stairs at her two story condo. It was basically a sled with drawers at a 41deg. angle with a rope that she could slide up the stairs and retrieve her stuff. I thought I invented the wheel until I saw your stuff. Lol! Thank you!

[@Maraudurr]

Dang, after watching this, I want to build my own boat

[@clydebermingham121]

Man .... This guy really brings the Scientifically Creative Kid out of me 🙏🏽🤗💥

[@evaneasterwood9896]

I am an eagle scout and I agree with you. We need to build our own stuff. It doesnt cost much and is way better because we can turn it into what we personally want. Subscribed and notifications on. You are such an amazing person. Thank you so much

[@inekeoostenvanmeer1407]

Funny sleepingplaces Thanks for Charing!

[@oreocookies7831]

Agreed Paul has amazing ideas! This one reminds me of a modern covered wagon only now days using bikes instead of oxen. So cool. ✌️

[@MaLiArtworks186]

That is exactly what utilities is like! Bike and Buggy!

[@spamdaman3298]

brilliant work don't know how many times I've shown this for reference to my homeless friends thanks for your contribution to society

[@blueman5924]

Wow. I love his creative thought process. And his renderings are amazing. Great show !

[@thesupercooladventureshow6080]

For real!

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

OMG I love this guy!! All of us should reconnect with the part of ourselves that dreams things into being.🤗🐝❤️

[@pfontaine23]

Your videos are so incredibly fascinating, in part because they feature designs that are out of the box and also because they feature people who are incredibly forward thinkers and brilliant designers. Thank you for creating these wonderful videos and sharing the vision of what motivated people can do when properly motivated and inspired!

[@crazgirl80]

You are simply amazing, your skills, your mindset, your ability to see past the normal exsitance of man. Your structures are simple but would cause great impact on someone who is down and out. Modern society is a throw away society. I don't know which I like the most the wheels, the boats or the mini homes. Kudos to your lady who supports your hobby. Way to go!

[@shelleynobleart]

Excellent piece. I've known of this wonderful designer's work in the past and never in this depth. His experiences on the road may have directed his formidable mind into exploring these kinds of shelter solutions. Very touching. But even in seeing the childhood sketches one can see this type of simple seeming engineering is what has always captured his imagination.

[@gailhitson6722]

Incredible.... may you have such fabulous ideas forever. Keep being inspired, keep drawing, keep building, keep on truckin' along! Blessings to you and your lovely wife!

[@jomichael1060]

Seen this guy before good to get a update in his projects, thank you Kirsten

[@Lkpriest]

This guy is so cool! More people should think like this.

[@NefruSimons]

This video just makes me want to build something...

[@malikmalak4631]

OMG! The folding canoe is awesome!

[@ginawilson7906]

I LOVE this guys mind and spirit! EVERYONE should invest in this amazing humane inventor!!!

[@I_am_nature13]

What a beautiful soul, You can hear it in his voice and see it in his actions.

[@jenniferjennings7288]

I totally want one , I could so live super small .Ive lived without the niceties of life many times .Heat , electricity .etc. I been saving for a van to make it my home . I love these vids of different ways of living. Kudos.

[@Austin-wk7ig]

Holy cow these things are HUGE!!!

[@larryguy7160]

Very cool idea's....and they make me feel like a kid again......Thanks Kirsten and family...

[@LindaKayHolevas]

This man is a genius. Plain & simple! I love his designs! Thank you for sharing his coolness with us! xo

[@SimonSaysApple]

I am following everything he posts on KZbin. He is such an inspiration for me. However, that goes for you too!

[@bakerwannabe4435]

This guy is awesome! He’s smart and thoughtful! This would be great to help so many people.

[@conor8321]

like sleeping with my head inside of a drum.. haha this guy is funny. thanks for sharing your prototypes.

[@tomlachmann39]

Ein wirklich kreativer Mensch! Top!

[@carolewarner101]

A grown man "playing?" What a shocking, yet utterly delightful thing! It's weird that we think that once we're 'all grown up' and no longer children, we're supposed to stop playing and having fun doing so... Whoever decided it was supposed to be like that, and why'd we ever listen to them? I absolutely love this! Thank you for giving me permission just to play again. : - D

[@paulwelkinsdiy]

Your welcome!

[@bestiewolfsroadto200subs9]

We don't stop playing because we get old. We get old because we stop playing.

[@younesbenalloua2785]

non prends pas mal

[@kevinbrand43]

Love the chair in the tree, very cozy private, with the radio an just looking out at everything, sooo cool!!

[@WiseOnion]

"It's an innate part of our nature to wanna build something, yet modern society just wants you to go out and buy their stuff."

[@TrackerScout]

Your so right, is how man has been programmed, so is how he thinks. The sad thing, they usually get offended when you think smarter. Man does not need tiny homes, well he does, but not in the sense that is being presented. Man wants land and a home, freedom to travel, to live. You do something that provides everything in one then you came up with a workable solution. Is so easy too. :-)

[@mistermt4259]

@@SimonWoodburyForget 10k for a lifetime of passion and self-fulfillment? sounds pretty cheap

[@mistermt4259]

@@SimonWoodburyForget Why build something that you love building when you can just buy one? Why buy fishing rods and go fishing when you can just buy fishes? Why spend time playing sports when you can just watch athletes play? Why play video games when you can just watch others play it for you? Why travel around the world when you can just look at photos online? Why spend so much time having fun painting when you can just buy a painting from a professional, or even cheaper, print it? Why have fun doing something you're passionate about doing when you can just have someone else do it for you, clearly they'd be more professional than you and would do a better job, so you shouldn't do it even if you like doing it. Heck, why have hobbies or passion at all? We should be spending our free time doing things that we don't enjoy instead, right?

[@MixMastaCopyCat]

@@SimonWoodburyForget lmao nice argument, "don't bother making things yourself, they'll just be useless, buy from big companies instead, they know what they're doing" THIS is what we should be telling generations of young people :) more consumers!

[@MixMastaCopyCat]

​@@SimonWoodburyForget let's all stay dependent on big companies so they can keep selling us items designed to break, because what are you gonna do, make things yourself? nonsense! the things you make will be useless compared to items perfectly engineered (to break after 6 - 18 months) seriously dude, look up planned obsolescence. lol. but even that aside, you're totally right about enjoyment, no argument there. but fuck off with that consumer propaganda horseshit. this isnt just about enjoyment. it's about the bigger picture of a society of people who fail to even get that experience and go after those tools because of people like you who tell them, there's no point, just go to walmart, let other people supply your world for you. what kind of message is that? yes, you have triggered me! :)

[@hydrangeaism]

I love Paul most when he sports his oh-so-proper and classy Captain's hat!

[@TattiePeeler]

Some of his homes could do with little bike kickstands to prevent the wobbly rear when in use. Been subscribed to Elkins from years back, quite possibly through this channel!

[@evgeniy922]

Paul Elkins has golden hands! Every thing is made with high quality!

[@robh2027]

Dude's a genius. His ideas might not be very practical but still genius

[@craigtheschmeg3253]

His ideas can be a quick temporary fix to help with the homeless problem. A start. Unfortunately political hacks that run sewers like San Francisco don't really want to fix the problem. It's easier to just cry for the homeless to look righteous.

[@rebeccawilson5465]

You are an angel I hope you succeed in making your homes and I hope the homeless can use it

[@leslievalenciano-lopez8887]

I'm only 13:00 minutes in to the video, and am in awe!!! Fabulous!!!

[@shibolinemress8913]

These huts look fantastic. Besides people they'd also make fun playcaves for kids, especially if you connect several units. They'd also make great "houses" for pets.

[@DistractedDaisy]

what a mad genius.. so many thoughts going thru the mind of an engineer..

[@thesupercooladventureshow6080]

For real!

[@happyhermit2022]

He has a very good point about the homeless...brilliant..absolutely fascinating loved it :)

[@flymike23]

Positive mindset in motion, "I've had some failures that were not great successes".

[@indirakuriyan9366]

Amazing, brilliant, compassionate person.

[@danielelam5513]

Such an inspiring. Little story.

[@primozimo3041]

That micro library is awesome

[@jowelynguevarra2798]

That was a very Heart warming for homeless people they surely appreciate that and who knows someday we are all homeless.

[@DJRonnieG]

I love sleeping in tents and lean-to's in pouring rain. It feels that much more cozier when you know that you are sheltered from that.

[@CMCrockett]

Yay! Another visit with Paul.

[@bm8292]

Great. Very inspiring. Thanks for uploading in KZbin for the benefit of the future generations, to know the possibilities.

[@sc51153826]

yes, he finds many, many meanings on life. Thank you!

[@pamelawherey4583]

You've given them a great deal of thought!!! Good Work!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@ThePS3monkey]

Outstanding, I love this guy and this video. Paul is so much like myself only he followed through with his plans as where all of mine are still on paper. Very inspirational, thank you Kirsten Dirksen, I needed this.

[@en8718]

Paul Elkinas u are INCREDIBLE in your persistence ! Been subscribed to your channel for some time now ....so glad that others are taking note of your works !!

[@ChrisSmith-ym1bv]

Wow sir I respect you an everything you do!! I’ve been sleeping My truck for 4 years now I wish I could add one of these !! I’m so sad every day

[@rambo064]

Yo también hé descubierto como usted,que el adulto es mucho mas feliz cuando logra recordar como es jugar nuevamente!