Your cardboard models are a game-changer. You can walk in and feel the space. Even in sketch up, you would miss the claustrophobic feel of the dinette, but moving the dresser down and losing the hanging space made a HUGE difference in the ambiance and enjoyability of the dining area. I like learning about all the thought, care, and ingenuity behind your designs.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
C.A.D. ~ Cardboard Assisted Design 🤓
@mariamuth74354 жыл бұрын
Your attention to detail, patience and cardboard creation is genius.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@mackenmd4 жыл бұрын
Your videos are second to none! Your emphasis on serviceability and recognition that things do break are confidence inducing if I were having you make a van for me. Lastly, your ability to communicate in an entertaining and educating way makes me think that you could take this show to PBS or HGTV. Well done, I will not miss a video.
@edithp.72134 жыл бұрын
I love that you’re aware of how a space makes you feel. Not everyone has those sensibilities.
@SN-qu2gz4 жыл бұрын
I love the cardboard mock-ups. Very cool.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@nagamachiku86994 жыл бұрын
Me three...
@ledrman4 жыл бұрын
@@HumbleRoad Where is the best place to get 80/20?
@mikegruber1724 жыл бұрын
I would just keep the cardboard
@CasarocinanteBlog4 жыл бұрын
Rearranging the fridge / wet bath cabinets and the armoire is a genius move. Looks fantastic. Like you said, you can mount a short hanging bar at the top of the fridge cabinet with enough length / strength to hang a few items, say maybe a couple of coats or something. Really nice. It would also be super-easy to put a typical "stretchy string" hanger across the shower enclosure to dry towels, etc. between showers and visits to the bathroom.
@dougf949124 жыл бұрын
I like the second layout, less claustrophobic for the diner on the driver's side plus you gain a window. Oh and a spot for chachkies! 8-)
@agentbey4 жыл бұрын
Loving all the design challenges this van build has. The solutions are innovative. You've inspired me to make cardboard mockups for my 2001 PleasureWay upgrades.
@elektrobits34084 жыл бұрын
A lot of effort for the cardboard build, but it pays off a hundred times. Great work! For the bed, if you just slide the folded part over the fixed part (on rails at the sides), you have only two pieces. And you get even more open room, you can lay your arm onto the fixed part of the bed.
@twistedkitty19584 жыл бұрын
These vans are the best!
@charisma-hornum-fries3 жыл бұрын
It’s probably the best way to make sure that your idea holds water.
@rudivandoornegat23714 жыл бұрын
You may be the best custom van builder (I don't want to offend any other of the group of best builders). But you are definitely the best card board builder (and I'm willing to offend other builders with that claim).
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
🤩
@ji-hyonkim21954 жыл бұрын
Hanging closet in the cavity of the bathroom on a hinged door with a curtain for shower in use.
@ScubaSteveCanada4 жыл бұрын
Yup, I posted the same comment before seeing yours so deleted mine.
@MrJFoster19844 жыл бұрын
Nice damp moldy clothes 👍
@clarkclarke4 жыл бұрын
Or a sliding hanger rack ..
@AndreasEUR3 жыл бұрын
@@MrJFoster1984 Nope. You direct air into that space. If you have a diesel heater you also put air in there... Every van imho should have a wetroom with drying capability,.
@RobinHagg4 жыл бұрын
Probably one of the best prestations ever
@courtneyehayden4 жыл бұрын
Some of those pull out coat hooks along the fridge wall would give the option to hang a few items when needed. That would solve the hanging clothes issue for me.
@goofe.washington9534 жыл бұрын
Another great video.....moving that icebox and losing the clothes-hanging capability changes everything. It creates an entirely different vibe in that van. Although it’s ultimately up to the owner, I know what I’d do. I can roll my clothes all day long, and I don’t need them hung.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
So true!
@maur2far4 жыл бұрын
That second configuration without the hanging clothes bar also solves your table swivel problem too. You can just mount a lagoon table to the dresser.
@elconquistadorII4 жыл бұрын
You make the best van videos. You think of everything. When I am ready, I want you to design my build !
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@tommynikon22834 жыл бұрын
Van Master, I am but a grasshopper; teach me your ways- so that I too may build with wisdom and forethought. Gr8 stuff, per usual.
@estherstephens18584 жыл бұрын
So many of your subs comment that your cardboard mock ups look better than fully built vans. I agree!!! Absolutely beautiful! Btw, I almost spit out my coffee in the very beginning of video with your sound effects. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@demetrius3d4 жыл бұрын
A great thing about the cardboard mock-ups is that you can build a design library. Once you've done a few vans and have those mock-ups folded away on a shelf, it would be easy and quick for future clients to put together a layout from components you have already done and walk thru it.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Sort of. They are all built with 2x2 framing, which matches the 15 series 8020 that I use in the real build. So storage is going to be tricky.
@roaddog43344 жыл бұрын
We all bring too much stuff & plan B definitely opens up the space & provides a nice end table. The cardboard build is a fantastic way to let the creative juices/critical thinking prosper in a physical form & will greatly enhance the end results. Sláinte
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree!
@ronwiejaczka86354 жыл бұрын
George your video always makes my Sunday morning, thanks and keep up the good work.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@viper16vet4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy hearing the thought process and planning that goes into your builds.
@TheCowgirlNiamh4 жыл бұрын
Looking great George! I would build the dining area on a platform. Less claustrophobic, more storage under the platform and no need for stairs to the bed 🤗
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Interesting idea Niamh!
@richardbosson85974 жыл бұрын
As others have said, your designs give the customer options. I really like that.
@rogerstarkey53904 жыл бұрын
George, An idea for more space. Position / use of the toilet. In the shower area, on the large hinged box, split the door at the lower edge if the existing box. Build a separately hinged 8020 box frame below to duplicate the upper frame, hinging on the same corner,, but leave the face nearest the rear of the van (closed position) open. Latch the two doors, frames, together. Place the toilet in the lower box frame, facing rear of van. Shower use: As before, but the toilet box swings out with the large box, latched together? (Upper frame helps support the toilet box) Toilet use: Open as for shower use, but unlatch, leaving the lower "toilet box" in the shower area, user sits facing the rear. Base of the toilet box frame rests on shower tray when in use. Advantages(?) Allows use of privacy/ shower curtain if required. No "momentum" issue. Allows shower unit to move forwards, or hanging space between box and driver seat. Use a lift up work table? Drivers seat can be swiveled, then slid towards front of the van for work use. Since toilet "shoulder width" isn't required, this could give maybe 12"+ of extra space? Hope this makes sense.
@maarten_notjustagrip4 жыл бұрын
Kino Flows and Grips Apple boxes... Love it!
@geert02024 жыл бұрын
Love the open layout - You might even sacrifice a drawer and get a little loveseat ;-)
@johnathanball33444 жыл бұрын
Wow I’m a fan. The cardboard stage. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@TradShowTom4 жыл бұрын
You could regain your hanging closet with your "Swinging Shower Closet" setup. Loving the cardboard layout. Really gives you an idea of what it's going to be like to live in.
@lass-inangeles75644 жыл бұрын
The second floor plan makes for a very livable space. Its less dark and depressing, no canyon effect, more open space, very cozy with a lamp on the nightstand. Superb idea, George! I would also go with a swingout hanging closet for bathroom for some clothes storage. Use an 80/20 carcass with frosted plexiglass inserts for walls and some colored LEDs inside for a night glow. LED colors can be changed at will for different lighting effects. This way you create a light box in the passage. Instead of a hard wall, why not a fold-in, fold-out curtain rod with a nice curtain. This is similar to Extend-A-Rod commercial ones but will be made to spec by you. Fairly simple construction. Swing out closet, fold out curtain for a spacious shower with more elbow room than the footprint. Alternately, maybe use a spring for a curtain rod that attaches to back of closet, so when closet is pulled out, shower curtain also pops out. With regard to medicine cabinet, I have a hare-brained idea. How about a sunken storage box built into the sink counter activated by linear actuators, like the old Airstream sunken coffee makers. Press on the cutout on counter, and out pops a small medicine cabinet. The other option is to attach it to the plexiglass closet back end.
@amydelpiere93154 жыл бұрын
Crockpots and blenders, yes! There are so many considerations that building a van myself makes me laugh. Love the G RV.
@StacyForest7384 жыл бұрын
Option B for sure, no hanging clothes. LOVE THAT! I have that same side table/open area and put my Berkey on it and still have elbow and drinks room.
@beauroberts36234 жыл бұрын
You are an effin GENIOUS, I swear.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
I believe you! You don't have to swear! 😁
@Will-kp7yo3 жыл бұрын
First time I’ve seen someone on KZbin do a mock up with cardboard. Glad to see it! You’re a real professional and I love your channel and your work.
@HumbleRoad3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@tjjones3904 жыл бұрын
Love it - your attention to detail is unparalleled
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@sarahloy8303 жыл бұрын
I always wonder how claustrophobic people get in the vans with all the floor to ceiling built-ins and narrow aisles. It is great that you can design to the owners requests. After a few years in the van I think a lot of folks might trade their big refrigerator, closet, and permanent shower stall for an open airy space. With your ingenuity, I'd love to see a van with a shower in the aisle when needed and other tricks to maximize open space. My shower is just as you step in the slider but noone can see it when stowed. It takes one minute to set up. To each his own, I'm sure they will love your build. Your engineering is amazing.
@FindingPeace654 жыл бұрын
I love this idea of using card board cut outs first! Genius! I would like to see a different kind if layout. Rather than the normal. Like, put the kitchen on the end, and the bed room/ living room, behind the seats. Leaving the middle for maybe a bathroom.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Noted! While doing contract builds, I build the floor plan most appropriate to the client objectives. I listen. And I listen some more. And even more! In spec builds, I can build whatever my peabrain comes up with! And I will! Stay tuned.
@djsonfire00014 жыл бұрын
Awesome videos you come up with some very great ideas I like how you break everything down in your videos and explain it👍🏻
@cboyle7074 жыл бұрын
I feel I am privileged to watch your highly educational videos. Maestro!
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
So nice of you
@yv6eda4 жыл бұрын
You are a Master! Thanks for share your knowledge!
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@eburn714 жыл бұрын
Bloody brilliant! Thanks for sharing.
@susanscovill68174 жыл бұрын
I’d like to see a unit built where the partial bed (those two moving sections for instance) fold up into a couch with steps up and removable tables then swing in. Then you don’t need both seats. This is still another very thought out build. I love your explanations and discussion for options. It’s like listening to you think. Cheers.
@colleenkaralee22804 жыл бұрын
You might be interested in how Eamon and Bec vandwellers designed their transformable bed to couch mode by putting piano hinges at end of raised front-to-back bed to drop down and make side-to-side seating.
@susanscovill68174 жыл бұрын
ColleenKaralee First build or second build?
@dianemazzola39314 жыл бұрын
Love it when you moved the fridge! Much more comfortable feeling.
@PerfectWoodGrain4 жыл бұрын
I think I'd slam the fridge up against the bed, the bath and armoire up against the fridge, and have all the seating/tables/candelabras up front. But wft do I know? Nutn'! Love the vid, as usual.
@tumbleweed19764 жыл бұрын
Watching your two van builds together has helped me decide which I prefer. Thank you! Great teaching and advice.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@craigj62774 жыл бұрын
This layout checks more blocks for me than any other build I’ve seen on YT. I hope you do a video of the completed build.
@kimberlyjeanne94564 жыл бұрын
Tetris! Best game to play, teaches so many skills for adulthood!
@kathleenreyes43454 жыл бұрын
You think of everything George!! Great floorplan. Thanks for sharing!
@gloriabass99454 жыл бұрын
I can't handle watching this amazing builder he's just way to great for me.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Keep talking... 😍
@hcardoso4 жыл бұрын
It's always amazing watching your videos. That's what I look for a pro vision of the things. Well done
@marthabaez81174 жыл бұрын
😂👍❤️ Love the building concept!
@catherinenelson41624 жыл бұрын
Great design!
@mashuna0014 жыл бұрын
i love the cardboard cause it does give u the real feel of how everything would be...i cant get enough of these series...
@joemolly4 жыл бұрын
I love George. He's so close to me in jersey. When its time ,I know we're im going to 1st.
@idbek4 жыл бұрын
Really informative! Thanks!
@mimasworld14214 жыл бұрын
So impressed by the thoughtfulness of your designs, George. Thank you for sharing this.
@andylawn95214 жыл бұрын
Love the cardboard mock up, its a must for quality build like yours I reckon. I'd vote for option 2. More space more light. If customer needs formal atire while travelling, would a very thin floating wardrobe fit above the armoire. Without spoiling feeling of space How about a floating and sliding lagun table, where the pivot is hidden under the bed somehow with a latch under the tabletop to allow it to slide on the mount work.
@driftsmith1174 жыл бұрын
George as a finish carpenter I used to get paid a lot for cardboard mock ups, Once we did the tv at the end of the bed that comes up out the cabinet, Even made a remote for the client while we would lift it up and down, we forgot to lift it up when he asked us and he said is there something wrong, I told him maybe the battery's in the remote have gone, his answer was never mind just get some for next time LOL. great work keep it up,
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
🤣
@redoubtnodoubt97024 жыл бұрын
Very well thought out. I like the version without the hanging space, if the space is factored in then it becomes usable only for that. If you really had to hang something like a suit eg. I’m sure it could be found even temporarily on a wall somewhere. All the best. rab
@stan.rarick85564 жыл бұрын
I like your thought processes
@geoffsimns84244 жыл бұрын
George - Its interesting that you constantly check for weeping - I do too, but it is usually because of someting I said...
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
😄
@Ktc99999-b4 жыл бұрын
you are the Pro Master
@tropicalsurfhousesurfingsu80782 жыл бұрын
You freaking genius 👏 😍 🤣 give allot ideas
@richardclark85204 жыл бұрын
0ption B looks like the winner. Like having options!
@MarcPugh4 жыл бұрын
What are your recommended measurements for the countertop and the hallway? You started with an awesome channel by the way and gets better every video. Thanks for sharing this with us.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
First and foremost, the hallway must be wider than the fridge is deep. The galley has to accommodate a sink, I like 15 inches deep by 17 inches wide. See my last video for an explanation of countertop over drawer face measurements.
@JYDOG4 жыл бұрын
@@HumbleRoad Ok so you think 24" is good for two people to pass each other? What would be the minimum?
@maitildamcintyre93444 жыл бұрын
Options, options, options. Love it! If it were me I would lose the upper cabinet and gain the elbow room. That leaves so many options for above the seat, a book case, an above head cabinet, tv, ... I love watching a movie from bed and that would be my personal choice. I’m always in awe of how much thought goes into your builds. Looking foreword to seeing more and what the owners choose for their design.
@GENECARP4 жыл бұрын
George...how about using the underside of the folding bed as a rear facing counter for dining? Two seats, nice and wide, no more wedging in to dine..
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
interesting
@mayinnlin18794 жыл бұрын
Love it thank you George! Genius and awesome! 😍
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@ricks.13184 жыл бұрын
"Option" ......as you always say !!! NICE
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Always!
@Dulsanaya4 жыл бұрын
For those who must have hanging clothes, a bar in the shower works great. Or one of those plug looking things like hotels put on the back of doors (think pipe with a stopper on the unattached end and can hold 3 - 5 shirts) put on the fridge's side panel towards the dining 'room', would also work.
@jacquesolivier654 жыл бұрын
It's like Tetris ! You made me laugh with this one !
@JLaurieRobinson4 жыл бұрын
An awesome job!
@rogerstarkey53904 жыл бұрын
George A "normal" slide out table, but with a detent 6"-12" from full extension to allow egress without losing all the crockery. Dropping the galley would help as well.
@colleenkaralee22804 жыл бұрын
I know George is going to come up with a winner :-))
@tangwendeo4 жыл бұрын
so logical, you made it sound so simple! thank you for explaining the thought path.
@tarac51374 жыл бұрын
Tchotchkes, candelabras.... it IS the class A of class Bs! ⭐️
@BabiBoi3574 жыл бұрын
As always, very thoughtful floor plan. You continue to raise the bar.
@egomez19864 жыл бұрын
George, as always outstanding design ideas, agreed with you hanging clothes are a no-no in a van, they way to go is to rolled them in nice basket drawers...bring your marine skills and design the wet bath like a yacht
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@linda_lawson4 жыл бұрын
Happy Sunday, George!
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
You too!
@shiloo4 жыл бұрын
I think they should put the clothing rod behind the drivers seat - move the wet bath as far right while utilizing the window space. And keep drawers to the left of the wet bath, but they’ll be more narrow because the hanging rod takes some of their space.
@sherylshupel4 жыл бұрын
love all the thought that goes into your builds. thanks for sharing your process and thoughts
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@purplegravy4 жыл бұрын
I love this floor plan! Great job. I’d love to see some of your ideas for a rear bath. I’m one of those weirdos that wants a huge bathroom, even in a van!
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
I like a nice big shower.
@MizzC8884 жыл бұрын
Fine craftsman work at Humble Road. And you have the best youtube vids!!
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@touringwithtyrone49334 жыл бұрын
Geez you're an impressive bloke
@KeijiAkuma4 жыл бұрын
I like your design where you have your bathroom and your closet in 1
@ClearCreekWoodDesigns4 жыл бұрын
Love the way you block these out. If I might suggest you are missing an opportunity with your bed bulkhead. When folded up it is lost living space. Rather than hide the mattress you could have it fold back and convert to an elevated couch/lounging area. Having A place to really kick back and relax during the day in a van is a luxury we'd all like to have.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Yes, but then you would be sleeping directly on the seam, no?
@ClearCreekWoodDesigns4 жыл бұрын
@@HumbleRoad possibly.... with a good memory foam mattress I am not sure it would matter, and the trade off would be 1000% worth it. We use our elevated couch a ton as a place to relax. I have my bed motorized, which admittedly might not work quite as well in a van, and just ran a small cinch strap over the mattress to help it bend. Even with the strap we dont even notice it - though in our case it runs between the two of us. It's all out of 8020. here are some links. I hope it's ok. not trying to hijack your page. I cover the bed in a couple different spots in my admittedly less professional tour than yours.:D kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5LUeHinis-eeNE kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5LUeHinis-eeNE love your design process.
@marykaylayman10784 жыл бұрын
This layout is the best I’ve ever seen, 5 stars 🙂
@melindawilliams18334 жыл бұрын
Love the no armoire look better. Personally I wouldn't need that big of fridge. Love the larger beds though.
@midlifemom58294 жыл бұрын
New subscriber here and I am so fascinated with your constructions! You are truly a master builder. I would rather watch your channel than most on KZbin . I am learning a lot about space and practicality. I would like my husband and i to venture into van life when we become empty nesters. I want a Waldorf van, not Motel 6😉
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
I like that last line you wrote! You’re one of us!
@ameyabakre46094 жыл бұрын
Fantabulous 3D presentation of the plan.. if ever thought about wanting to buy a motorhome i had immediaeltey made my decision to buy just by seeing such models
@VagabondMango4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant intro!
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you like it
@VagabondMango4 жыл бұрын
Humble Road 😊💕
@tonym58784 жыл бұрын
Agreed, it's a shame to loose those great window! 2nd option seems much more open and comfortable.
@sueschultz93584 жыл бұрын
Love your designs.
@BenVanDenBroeck4 жыл бұрын
It's scary how close this build is to mine in-progress right now (after the reveal.) Can't wait to get it done and show you George!
@arlcrane4 жыл бұрын
Nice use of the apple boxes, lol.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Right?!
@vita-girl43454 жыл бұрын
Thanks George, I like you talking through the give and takes. Can I get the make and model of that fridge so I can compare dimensions to others? I’d like to see what is gained on this vs others.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
You bet www.novakool.com/products/two_doors/rfu6200_6800_8000_9000.htm
@rkkc4 жыл бұрын
@@HumbleRoad George, whatever happened to that 2nd Isotherm Drawer 160 fridge? Are the front door fridges working out better?
@sinfonianbarelytone91914 жыл бұрын
Thank you! New subscriber and love this. You are giving me more confidence to design something myself. Love the cardboard! Thanks.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you! Welcome to Humble Road!
@alliejr4 жыл бұрын
Class A indeed!!!
@inlarkhan46242 жыл бұрын
Thank you, looked good I feel a lot different from other people who only talk with their mouths.
@HumbleRoad2 жыл бұрын
🤣
@Michelle-cz1vj4 жыл бұрын
12:57 “I think this is a game changer” classic line.
@HumbleRoad4 жыл бұрын
I use it all the time....
@jackieballard80474 жыл бұрын
I would want that backside of the bedboard cushioned and step-type drawers at the end of the bed.