Couple Begins Converting JUNKYARD!! Building Home Base in Czech Republic (Pt. 1)

[@ladiandmargaret]

PLOT TWIST! Right when I thought we were as busy as we could possibly get, another opportunity presents itself.... !! :) It was a little sad to move the water tanks off the bench this week, but we know that we'll get to them soon, when the whole place is a lot less dusty! Thanks for watching and joining us for this crazy life phase. We have a lot to do!

[@APHATMOUSE]

Haha, I can feel the chaos\productivity\happiness\desire to be on 1 project at a time....it all comes together at the end and it's definitely the right call using the guys while they are free....came for the van, stayed for the BUILDS....awesome setup you are going to have there when all the things are done, makes me jealous!

[@bazo0ka22]

Question: if the windows open inward and you’re putting a desk under or at level with it, won’t that interfere with a monitor/computer? 🤔

[@SASplatform]

Hi 😀 Check this van design. Super 👌😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWXEp36rpptgqZY

[@MsMorganGirls]

Love this video, especially that you're working with Ladi's dad and crew. They are funny fellows!

[@MsMorganGirls]

When we got together, my husband said, "when things settle down, we'll --" I've forgotten what we were going to do, but it seems that life never quite settles down!

[@kimjensen7607]

I'm so glad I came across your KZbin channel. What energy you have and so creative. Will continue to follow you with joy. Take care of each other you really look like soulmates together.

[@ladiandmargaret]

Thank you so much! We're complete opposite people who somehow love and want all the same things. We're very lucky XD Appreciate the support!!

[@tomislavlevatic9893]

I always enjoy your videos, but this one is really special. I live in a part of Croatia where there is a sizeable Czech minority living here for almost 200 years now. So pretty much everyone around here speaks or understands at least a bit of Czech language. Seeing the construction workers and especially hearing them joke and swear, it's like watching my friends or neighbours at work. Absolutely loving it, lol! Can't wait for the next episode. Wishing you all the best.

[@ianrobinson4501]

Your channel is never boring look forward to every episode

[@ladiandmargaret]

Thanks, Ian!

[@giannimura8870]

As much as I love watching van builds, I must have seen every single one on youtube at this point, and watching different buildouts is a little refreshing. I can't wait for next week!

[@JustAGalOnTheGo]

Thank you for adding subtitles, Margaret. I enjoy the banter so I appreciate the extra effort.

[@paubal1212]

I loved the little explanation of the history of your country!

[@MedievalMinecrafters]

I am so happy i found you guys, I am Native slovakian living in canada, and to see a couple vloging in czech republic and hearing them speak and build stuff makes me so happy!

[@julieevans8283]

This is so awesome to watch! My dad was a Renaissance Man he could do everything! and watching you guys do so many different things just makes me smile

[@MrMajsterixx]

My dad is same :) he could literally build his own house if he wanted to.

[@petmom74]

You all are so cute! Made me smile. Love the music too. Ladi looks like a happy little boy when he smiles.

[@kristinmismash8580]

I loved watching this video for so many reasons. My late construction worker hubby was a bit like Ladi's dad and left me with a yard full of things from previous job sites. He also left me with an unfinished addition to our home. Every time I try to repurpose something from the yard, people look at me like I crazy but I don't care. I love Ladi's enthusiasm in this vid, along with the camaraderie of the longtime workers. Add to that the fact that you two seem so down to earth for a couple of "youtubers" and show the real stuff! Thank you for your authenticity! One last reason I follow your channel is the that Millie is almost as beautiful as my Calico, Momo.

[@NinaThoren]

So much going on! When I saw your design for the van I was amazed so I'm excited to see how you will top that in your workspace and home!

[@travelingkaspersworld4096]

Every time we visit Europe we bring back new ideas. I learned to foam in windows while visiting. Looks great thus far!

[@Asianess23]

The voiceovers, featuring parts of his family, the editing, lovE IT!

[@Gineesje]

I admire you guys so much for the vision and making it happen

[@ladiandmargaret]

Thank you!!

[@JeanettGilmore]

I love it when people see the potential in things. When I look at that property I just see trash 🙈 So glad that we’re all different and that we can learn from each other. The earth is very pleased at least 🤗

[@ladiandmargaret]

🙌 this! Can’t wait to show how it can all be utilized. So much potential, but it’ll take a lot of sweat to get there 😅😅

[@kathiLGLP]

so ... we all know how creative and talented you and Ladi are... and his dad... and the crew. I just want to say I love watching your videos (partly) to see the amazing relationship Ladi has with his dad "he educates me like a little boy".. I just love it! and your laugh!

[@ladiandmargaret]

Thanks Kathi! Such a fun duo on the site. It’s special to see Ladi’s dad in his element. Seeing someone after work and comfortable at home is so different than watching them at work, showing all they know. It’s really fun. 🥳

[@bwmacca]

Lil Bit o Joy from the two of you!! big love

[@bwmacca]

...The Hype 4 ur beams xD

[@lesliemcdaniel5845]

Agreed!! Take the opportunity to have the whole crazy crew! Sooo much progress. Gonna be cool!

[@OurPaperTrails]

Love following all the builds you got going on!

[@ladiandmargaret]

thanks, friends!

[@timdavis7398]

My dad was the same. By the end of the project. I learned what he did the hard and good enough way...and he learned the new school way, me bitching about his way the entire time. The job took longer and frustrations were there... But in the end it looked good, didn't cost 4 times as much hiring someone and the best part. I got to spend time with my dad. Wishing he were still with us to build just about anything.

[@ladiandmargaret]

Your dad sounds awesome, Tim. What memories to have. We are thankful every day for Ladi Sr., and doing this project with him has been so energizing. We haven’t bumped heads yet but maybe because his knowledge is far beyond ours in this department. 😂 Excited to share more of that with everyone in the episodes to come!

[@antusharma6375]

The real fun is in watching unimaginably smooth coordination of your father and his trusty team .Bravo!

[@jackelpubs2728]

Getting this work done while the guys are available in the winter is perfect and I love watching the progress. So cool 😊 Thanks for the Czech history too. My husband and I went on a 2 week trip to Europe in 1995 when I was pregnant. Prague was just fascinating and I thought they had just split not long before.

[@charlotteczernuszka25]

Thank you so much (for all your amazing videos) but also for taking the time to edit them with all the labelling and signposting so that we can understand how your whole space looks and will fit together! I'm so excited to see what happens next!!! xx p.s. I hope Millie is excited for her new office space!!

[@ladiandmargaret]

Thank you for noticing!! Funny enough, I told Ladi Sr. that it’d be fun to build a small bridge across the river this summer and he goes “wow that would be good mouse hunting for Millie across the river!” 😹😹😹 he loves his grand-kitten too!

[@gailcraig4495]

Yes! Really appreciate the labeling/captioning! Also very interesting to hear about history of country!

[@a.w.thompson4001]

Another smashing video. Love.It. I'd be shocked if Ladi #1 and his buddies are not proud of the man Ladi #2 has become; it's funny how brilliant folks can have confidence issues like everyone else. Never be ashamed of keeping your lungs healthy with a respirator. Anyway, all that companionable hard work has created huge changes, so much fun to see it happening, and so fast. Speaking of hard work, this video was beautifullly crafted in so many respects, as others have mentioned. Can't wait for more! 👍😁👍

[@bedclintred]

Now that's what you call team work, what a happy bunch. 👍😃👷‍♂️👷‍♀️

[@timothywewege6651]

I have only been watching this video for 7 minutes and I can't wait to see the resat,when people reuse wat already is on the site,then that is what I call,recycling to the extreme,just amazing

[@_-000-_]

Real men doing a hard days graft, a dying breed, love it.

[@ladiandmargaret]

🙌

[@jameslennertz8318]

Nossa ! ! ! (Brasilian Slang) . . . I love you guys. I thought you were just some cool VanLifers and then I saw the eBikes, then the workshop, then the skillset, then the vision, then the . . . . OMG. You two are living my dream in easter Czech Republic. You guys are a mirror of my life. I am American and my wife is Gaucha (Brasilian from the State of Rio Grande do Sul . . . very proud of that . . . first Gaucha, then Brasileira). I got through my university studies working construction, then stayed in the trades for a decade before starting my corporate life. Clearly, I am older than you two. My wife and I will be doing the same types of projects next year in Southern Brasil for our life together. You are my heroes for being my inspiration in just getting it done. So love your channel and projects.

[@terriefirmin3190]

So glad to see you have a KZbin channel..where have I been. You may have to name the property Millie Town...

[@ladiandmargaret]

haha! Such a fun idea!

[@alisinwanderland]

You have the dream team AND the bat cave with all the toys there...lol! I can't believe how much you are getting done in such a short amount of time. This is so exciting to watch! - Alis

[@HadassahIsraelTv]

I love how everyone is helping out and it’s like a big family of supporters Brandon family I also enjoy the renovation and you telling us a little bit about the country I find it amazing we’re learning as well as watching this DYII/home depot/HGTV KZbin it’s so much and one I love it You make us feel like we can do it too even though I can’t do it I have not the knowledge or family or friends but it’s amazing this is definitely my type of stuff I love renovations of all kind tiny houses conversion van life you’re doing everything

[@simonmatty5819]

Great project. Goes to show one person’s rubbish is another person’s treasure. 10/10 for soundtrack and editing btw 👍

[@clairepapadatos1116]

Absolutely brilliant, my dears! Thanks so much for sharing your incredible life! All love, and best wishes, Claire, Sally the older Goldie, and Lucy the cat, Berlin 😘 😘 😘 ✌ 👍

[@ochjoo77]

I like people who dont fiddle around and get things done :) awesome work!

[@steveg7859]

So much respect for the work you are both doing! Your videos are a joy to watch and I feel guilty watching them instead of working my own renovations around the house.

[@marcelpajpach4204]

I can’t wait for next episode. Nice history window about country history. Greetings from 🇬🇧🇸🇰

[@gerardmanfroid1860]

Old Europe meets a younger generation...I am sure it going to look good ! I think you may need a crane to lift that container...unless Ladi's Dad has an idea !!

[@romlyn99]

Put a jack under each corner... jack it up. Then use the fork lift to move it. They are designed to be moved with a fork lift too. As long as it is empty inside there should be no issue. Or once you jack it up you can attach wheels to each corner and move it to where you want.

[@RadimKonecny]

@@romlyn99 problem is that thing is bottomless bag, without weight reduction 😂

[@romlyn99]

@@RadimKonecny Probably correct... they should remove everything from the inside before moving it again. And they said they plan to make it a tiny home so they will probably need to empty the inside as a start.

[@rbstride]

Amazing! You have to appreciate the work ethic and craftsmanship. Really enjoying the channel.

[@ladiandmargaret]

Glad to hear it Richard! Thanks for watching!

[@gene8194]

Comming from eastern europe and living in western europe I know it's difficult to understand for the western people the crazy tempo and efficiency of work happening here in the east. It's just the organic way of doing things. I am happy to see that it's noticed :) Good job, go Czech republic ;)

[@georgeproud1686]

Well done you lot, love it.... It`s what I do for a living every day. Using old stuff is so satisfiying, I can understand the junkyard philosophy of Ladi Sr. never throw anything away, ever. Worth the extra day`s wait, much love from France

[@ladiandmargaret]

It is soooo satisfying!!! Glad you get it too 😉 thanks for watching!

[@anjaporter]

I love all this, recycling the FREE "junk". Very resourceful 👌

[@thlifka1]

Awesome projects yous guys. My grand parents were from Czechoslovakia!

[@ladiandmargaret]

so cool! Such an awesome place :)

[@RealPeterGunn]

All I can say is BEAUTIFUL JUST BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@samanthaelliott9487]

A literal window of opportunity 🤣🤣🤣💯✔️

[@ladiandmargaret]

🤣🤣

[@papycarni274]

Seeing how 2021 is profiling herself in Europe, with at least half the year wasted for travel, I would say that working on a cosy home base first and a travel van second is actually a smart move. Anyway, watching you for a while but first comment, thanks for the content !

[@ladiandmargaret]

Thanks for joining us in the comments!! We’re hopeful we can give this land some shape in these brutally cold months! I’ve been feeling so far away from the van project these last few weeks but reminding myself we’re going as fast as we can in every direction. What a ride!

[@robinmccoy8755]

So exciting you’re starting the build! Video was way too short, I wanted more!

[@ladiandmargaret]

Awww thanks Robin! I'm never sure how long to make them. 20 min is always the goal, I'll see how I can get it longer but keep the vibe. I hate long videos that drag just for length ;)

[@srqnative5508]

I totally agree with @Robin mccoy, I didn't want the video to end :) I'm stoked for next week's video and I feel like a kid waiting for Christmas day 😊

[@robinmccoy8755]

@@srqnative5508 me too!

[@galdessa1]

@@robinmccoy8755 Its all about adverts, 3 adverts per video gives a good return.

[@dswilsonuscg]

Beam wrangling!! Can't wait to see the next one. Thanks guys.

[@rose8662]

So happy for you, Margaret!

[@richardnovotny1125]

Zlaté České ručičky 👍 držím palce a těším se na další videa

[@christinemcintosh1450]

Love you guys. I don't care what you do, you have so much fun and energy

[@ernstheimlich7257]

Ok, now we need a Ladi Sr & Team spinoff!

[@ladiandmargaret]

We want it too!! Some of the guys are incredibly camera shy so we’re trying to get everyone comfortable and then I think with time we’ll be able to spotlight more and more. For some reason an American saying “can I record you and put it on the internet in English???” isn’t exactly appealing off the bat? 😅

[@melinafioravante8136]

EXACTLY!!! When we were all convinced that Ladi was a super badass builder, Ladi Sr shows up AND HE HAS A CREW! I mean: this is the very best thing we have since Marvel is not releasing new movies and I want more 🤩

[@melinafioravante8136]

@@ladiandmargaret the building techniques are very similar to what we have in Brazil, but oh! What a pleasure to see their sync! It was very smart to seize the opportunity to do building during winter

[@maryg5913]

I missed you on Wednesday, but I'm here for it either way. 2021 is truly a build year. I love the balance between narration, translation and dialogue, as well as b roll with extra Millie content. The music is the bomb as always. Edit: I just realised the crazy amount of work that went into editing this video, so wow! Post whenever, that quality is top notch!

[@luca41929]

bellissimi progetti in cantiere ragazzi!!! spero di vedere presto i vostri nuovi progressi!!!

[@JustAGalOnTheGo]

I, for one, am super excited for this new project of yours. I’ve been a fan of the van build as well but, I have been a home renovator/DIYer for years so I’m looking forward to watching the mix of the old school/new school ingenuity. Ladi & Ladi are great! 👍

[@cheryl7917]

Love your Channel. I've been watching it while planning my van build since early last year and have found a lot of useful info. I can't wait to see all you do to the workshop and container, what a fun project with so much potential!!! I love that you have access to and are using repurposed material. You are a cute creative couple who radiate happiness through the screen. Thanks for all your hard work getting the content of this channel together and for sharing it!

[@itsanorristhing3825]

Thats so awesome! Take the help while you can get it! I love the excitement you guys have. Why be normal! Normal is just boring! ❤❤🐾🐾

[@rafaelrios5228]

I love the longer videos :)

[@aliciathom9633]

Very exciting developments! Makes so much sense to use the building crew while they are free!

[@suewiltshire8092]

I love watching your videos, it just shows what can be done with imagination and know how, plus some super skilled guys x

[@tabes2010]

I love this project. You two are so creative and I this is going to be a fun transformation to watch. Keep up the hard work.

[@ladiandmargaret]

Thank you, Stacy! Will do!

[@cleovivas]

WOW guys! is already looking great. I'm very happy you are able to use all Ladi's dad stuff, recycle has to be our new goal for this century, and also the piece of land is huge. Well done and keep going!

[@clogare]

Officially my favorite youtube channel

[@AdrienneLawrence1]

Making the most of opportunities is so fantastic!

[@source5729]

Ladi’s Dad is good lookin’! 😁

[@ladiandmargaret]

haha blame it on the genes ;)

[@rexgold101]

That is fast progress.... wow... can't wait for the next episode....

[@morkovija]

Yup, instead of pushing my projects i'll just procrastinate here a bit watching you guys) In my defense - everything is covered in snow here. Good luck!

[@TheBooligaljohn]

Organized chaos.. I love it!. Well done you guys

[@ladiandmargaret]

Yes! Thank you!

[@Ruthie888]

My daughter speaks and reads slovak. Another daughter speaks and reads Bulgarian. We visited both those countries and they're gorgeous. Poland too.

[@boronj77]

Pěkně jste se do toho opřeli.....😃, nej hláška "všechno se hodí"

[@chikatoo]

Wow!!! It’s gonna be amazing!!! Take the opportunity when it presents itself! So much great stuff happening! Looks great so far!

[@TomSilver_42]

To neni srotak . . to je MATERIALOVA ZAKLADNA !!

[@Sckecii]

Wooooow!!! Awesome team work. When I watched this video I realized that things and people there are so BALKAN 😍

[@margaretmoore3915]

Love you guys! AND... Ladi's dad and crew!!

[@yrobticsmail]

I am loving what you all have accomplished so far. Looking forward to next week.

[@ahmedshehatah1822]

That's cool 🤩 I really am looking forward to watching the next video 😀 Keep up, you are doing so interesting and joyful things that I love

[@keiths-teeth]

I'm excited for you guys, big projects are fun, a lot of change and fast. Looking forward to ya future posts. Thanks for taking us along.

[@L.C.A.car_adventure_channel]

Just great watching a builder video and making and living the dreams ❤️. Lucky for me I can understand some words and it's just funny how relaxed the workers were 😅. Ahoj from former Yugoslavia 👍.

[@georgia5049]

I'm excited for you guys! I love the video variety. I hope everything goes smoothly for you.

[@roberte8466]

wow fantastic and quick workers love this channel :-D

[@ladiandmargaret]

Thanks Robert!

[@roberte8466]

@@ladiandmargaret Your Welcome :-)

[@kingrafferty]

This is amazing. So fun to watch. So much to learn from those guys. Wow! Can't wait to see it progress. Can't wait to visit this village some day either.

[@JoaoPereiraSensei]

Aweosme Job guys, keep the pace...kkk.love you videos, your energy. stay safe

[@stevefindlater302]

Just binge watched your van build videos and accomplished zero work today lol. Great videos and looking forward to seeing how these projects all turn out 👍🏼 you’ve gained a sub. Love your video style, the clever use of the music and it’s appropriate genres at the right time to help set the mood 👌🏼 great editing. One question though or suggestion, in an earlier video you said your put a link to the LED light you use but I can’t seem to see it. As well as a link to build parts maybe do a link to the film equipment you use, camera, lighting, drone etc etc. I’m after a similar LED so be great to get the link as you seem happy with it. Either way, I’ve enjoyed sitting drinking tea in the U.K. watching your videos today. All the best and stay safe.

[@stevefindlater302]

Scrap that, found the LED link and other bits. Missed the additional pages as viewed on an iPad 🙄 👍🏼

[@paulnqy]

What a team!! Good luck with the rest of the build. More power to you guys. 😁 🤙

[@BellsofBregenz]

This is awesome! I absolutely love your ideas and getting to see it all come together. Super excited for that stunning new office space you are working on, what a life upgrade that will be in the near future. Sending you both and the whole build crew a lot of gratitude and positive energy for these to all come together and so much more. I absolutely LOVE knowing there are other folks out there with so many big ideas too. It was awesome to see your SketchUp walk through of the fantasy idea for what this lot could be and already seeing progress in incredible. Gotta be honest, I had equal parts releif and jealousy for the junk yard/ material haven you are working in. Having all the tools and materials to be able to reuse and work from right on the spot is great. But having to grow your space from a junk yard is a challenge of a huge amount on its own. Absolutely love your dreams, ideas and energy. Super inspired and grateful for taking us along for the journey. Love to you and Millie from the snowy coast of Prince Edward Island.

[@erikj.3796]

Yes, if opportunity presents itself, grab it !

[@lgray49]

That is smart. Great to see all your videos.

[@IowaVanMan]

Teamwork at its best! These guys are awesome. Great video!! 🚐

[@M0nkee_mode]

I love learning little bits about ladis culture although I am still so oblivious to anything about the Czech Republic

[@ladiandmargaret]

I was the same way before meeting him! I almost feel like when I'm sharing about Czechia I'm saying all the things I didn't know about before Ladi haha. It just wasn't on my radar.

[@f.l.t7629]

I love u couple,you are nice person ,inteligent and lovely whit all your projects congrats

[@kenmatthews6476]

I love watching these talented and creative ol, cats. And not one trip to Home Depot. Haha Great videos.

[@lisalutterbach6843]

Has anyone told you that you're are similar to van lifers Trent and Allie? They have van traveled extensively and are now building their home You both are smart and entertaining to watch. Seem like nice people both 1/2 way around the world from each other.

[@emmaslow]

Loving this series :) I highly recommend you do go with insulating the floor, it makes such a difference - more than the calculations would suggest. I have never regretted insulating floors on new build or renovations. I know most people go with PIR boards, but I really like using expanded cork board insulation.

[@Charlie_..]

Like 2 see that your homebase isn't far from my wife's home in Poland... a really wonderful region with really wonderful people! And of course some wonderful plans you have!!! Just made an abonnement... looking forward to wach your project...

[@eviemiller8100]

Awesome!! Love the up cycling!!

[@oeconomistabr]

OH MY GOD!!! I wanna leave Brazil and live in Czech RIGHT NOW! Cool stuf, keep the good work!

[@M_and_M_in_a_van]

Being from eastern Slovakia, now living in the Czechia, the whole video I was like "yeah, they are skilled but many people here can do this". Then I saw the beams at the very end and my jaw dropped like never before!

[@Ray-ei2tz]

Amazing work ethic, love the content, love the energy ladi and Magret.

[@ladiandmargaret]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@plesskool9470]

You are super crazy but that a damn good crazyness. Love you and your different projects. That's great to see diversity in the projects. Big up from France. Keep it up the good work.

[@carriem8903]

Great job. I am so excited to see the beams go in next week. I love Ladi Senior, reminds me of my family.