His Van BUILDS Are Functional Works of Art - Tour a Van-Dwelling for VanLife Ideas

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Really like the kitchen layout. The extra pop-up counter by the bed is genius. The "walls" around the bed are beautiful and were replicated by the side door. Overall, a really outstanding build. Thanks for sharing Patrick & Patrick.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much! Patrick put so much love into all his builds

[@patch.produxtions]

I LOVED this kitchen! So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you :)

[@suzannecranford6819]

One of the most unique builds I've seen. He has great ideas and a talent for design and color. Thanks for the tour!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed! Patrick puts a lot of love and art into all his of his camper van builds

[@patch.produxtions]

Thank you so much! So glad you like the colors :)

[@kimberlyg3016]

Love the color of the van. The climbing things were very unique. Love that idea

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much!

[@cigarmann]

Love the L-shaped kitchen the most functional I've seen in most builds

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like it!

[@patch.produxtions]

aye that's awesome to hear:)) thanks so much

[@always.wondering.wandering]

I love this build! It's functional, simple and beautiful. I love the color for this van and often wondered about using house paint so now I see it can be done. Thanks for sharing this with us today.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

And I’m sure it worked on a very affordable budget for them

[@patch.produxtions]

Slow and smooth!! Thanks so much, it was a really fun build

[@always.wondering.wandering]

What kind of roller do you use?@@patch.produxtions

[@tjtampa214]

Ohh mann... what a beautiful & intelligent design! Love the hidden drawer-step into the bed, the amazing big beautiful kitchen, the wooden oak tree wall with toothbrush caddy... all the inside & all the outside (just everything!). The outside paint & trim the simple, logical rock climbing steps on the outside to access the roof. 💜 Love it all, congratulations on an excellent build & design. Thx both Patricks 😎 and have fun to the new owners! Happy trails!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much! Patrick puts a lot of love into these builds and he’s very friendly on the budget

[@patch.produxtions]

Wow, what an awesome thing to read:) thanks so much!

[@Eyesis_1]

I love this layout and how thoughtful, practical, and functional it is. His work is excellent. Stay safe and TFS.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! You too!

[@esthercoar5464]

Thank you Patrick of NJ Adventures for continuing to bring great content to us. To Patrick the builder, as always your builds are unique and customized to your customers' needs. Great job as always and loving all your adventure pictures as well. To the clients, have a blast exploring. To all of you involved, congratulations on your collective efforts and adventures.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Our pleasure! I really appreciate all the support Esther

[@Erin-Thor]

InterestingI. Love the wood, and the low tech design over other “factory made” table arrangements! Very cool! ❤

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like it! It’s a keeping it basic type of build on a very friendly budget

[@Erin-Thor]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures - $ Matters! 😊

[@patch.produxtions]

I love the "style" it gives builds too! and yes, good for the pockets! Thanks for checking it out!

[@esthercoar5464]

It absolutely does ! @@Erin-Thor

[@1Waarheid]

Wow, what a nice kitchen space and the rest is also very practical. Well done!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@patch.produxtions]

Thank you!!

[@joelfrombethlehem]

I really like the carved dividers and the little carved piece behind the passenger seat. Beautiful van and great work.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much Joel

[@patch.produxtions]

They're my favorite part too! Thank youu

[@Buck0seven]

That is a feature rich build and probably exactly what the buyers wanted! Well done. That kitchen area is fantastic.

[@barbaraanderson7947]

Thanks Patrick for all your work showcasing vans around NJ, especially Patrick's! I love how this van came out. 🥰

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like them!

[@llorylloyd]

Love it everything I need

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I’d really is and it’s super affordable

[@patch.produxtions]

Woohoo! that's the ticket! Thanks for watching :)

[@Brigand231]

Nice build, love the cut out trees and the vines over the bed.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks a bunch!

[@patch.produxtions]

So glad you liked it! Thanks for watching:)

[@kayakRnann]

Enjoy! How blessed you both are to be traveling together in your awesome new build! Thank you for sharing❤️.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Appreciate the support

[@jackelynjones]

I would make the dinet facing the sliding door, so they can sit beside each other and install a lagun table in between..saving that legroom space.. to bump in more space for shower at the back where it is currently empty.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much for the feedback Jacklyn. We value your thoughts.

[@cherrygaisford9810]

Very cool woodwork and van build. Super duper.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@patch.produxtions]

Super duper:) love it! Thank youu:)

[@paullehto2294]

Love climbing steps to get to roof.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I think it’s so much more than having a Plano ladder

[@277kne]

Excellent and artistic van build. That bed is a good size at 48" wide.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Appreciate the feedback and support

[@patch.produxtions]

Thank you:) I agree it's a great size that doesn't take up too much

[@gypsymomma3470]

Thank you Patrick! Absolutely loved all the wood finishing. And the unique exterior color.✌️

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it. Patrick puts a lot of love into all his builds.

[@patch.produxtions]

Thanks for checking it out! the color was the new owners Choice, they did a great job!

[@andyblank4647]

Nice ❤

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks 🔥

[@patch.produxtions]

Thank you! 🫶

[@itsjustcaelin]

Patrick is the sweetest human and has the coolest mind!!!! so so proud of you 💕💕💕

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I agree with you. I met Patrick a long time ago when he built his first camper and him and his whole entire family were there and we did a tour and they were just great people.

[@MyCreateveNomadLife]

🔥🔥🔥 The climbers on the side of the van are Super Dope and so much more aesthetically pleasing than a ladder! Dope build! I loved every aspect and detail! 🙌🏾💯

[@thrashhippie]

Ohhh I love this van. All of it, it’s beautiful. I really love the colour.

[@jennakenney2949]

Awesome, so functional and gorgeous ♥️♥️

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! 😊 Patrick puts a lot of love into these builds

[@patch.produxtions]

Really appreciate it!

[@DrMott]

Fabulous!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for the feedback Dr. Mott

[@patch.produxtions]

thanks!!

[@valynteena]

I was really impressed with this van build. The use of wood gives it a cabin feel which i love. I also love the hammock, tiny crevices here and there, big kitchen and steps to the bed, bathroom anf sitting area. If it was mine, i would like a shower, just some cut out whole in the middle of the van with a shower panel and removable curtains. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like it!

[@rvnut1133]

Very good and different ideas you don’t usually see. I like it!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! 😊

[@stephennowicki7158]

Nice straight forward build. I hope the buyers really enjoy it. I may have added an outdoor shower.🤔

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Good suggestion

[@patch.produxtions]

Thanks for checking it out! Outdoor shower would be a great add

[@shirleylaracuente8021]

Very nice and lots of space. Lucky couple . Enjoy

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Yes, thank you

[@ekdaufin1485]

Like the shoulder room at the table!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Definitely a good addition

[@nightstalkerck]

It really does look great.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you think so

[@patch.produxtions]

hey o! Thank you:)

[@felecy9]

I don’t know what the big negative guy is talking about. This van is outstanding and brilliant in the features he has built into this van. I love his unique ideas. I would have liked the security of solar but if the inverter, alone, is powerful enough and can be recharged with the van’s battery that would be cool too. Also a larger water source would be nice too for longer times away from the public or good water. Consider a water filtration system? All in all I would buy it! Good job, bruh!

[@patch.produxtions]

Thanks dawg! Glad you liked it! Big water system could be cool down the road! I've been considering it for my own rig too,

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you, I really appreciate the feedback and support.

[@BrittMFH]

A van chef's dream kitchen! I love the build. It's very different from what I've seen. ❤

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like it!

[@patch.produxtions]

I love to hear that:) Try to make every build unique and it can get tough it ~100 square feet! thanks for watchen:)

[@freedomdove]

Great design. I love the climbing holds on the outside. Lol.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tincansailor9437]

Since this was a bespoke build I’m sure the buyers will enjoy the layout. The jiigsawed walls are pretty cool and I haven’t seen anything like them in the videos I’ve watched. I also like seeing the upcycling of a used van. My suggestion to Patrick is to focus on building his finish carpentry skills. The rough-and-ready plywood joinery detracts from his creative design ideas. Some judicious use of solid woods would help as well as cut some weight.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Cool, thanks!

[@ekdaufin1485]

Lovely woodworking! That tree cut out!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@countrycreekclips4749]

High, I really like your design, thanks for sharing.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@patch.produxtions]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@pumpkin4539]

Great kitchen design...one of the best i've seen.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Wow, thank you!

[@dawnkangas2968]

Awesome build patch work did a wonderful job

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you kindly

[@rickdejean4649]

Lucky new owners 😊

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks, Rick

[@mayamyu]

I like this conversion. It's original and simple at the same time. Thanks 4 sharing 👍

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like it!

[@tracym2164]

Thank you, Patrick X 2 or should I say, Patrick squared :)! Some unique ideas with this new build. I particularly like the basketweave ceiling in the bedroom space and the cutouts such as the tree divider and the scrolled piece near the doorway.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like them! Yes, the Patrick team this is now the sixth video we’ve done together I’ve known them back since fall of 2019 when I tore his first van build

[@ekdaufin1485]

Great table and drying board

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Absolutely

[@0708scott]

Such a cool build!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I love these old T1N sprinters

[@patch.produxtions]

Thank you!!

[@GracieandJacqsAdventures]

Very nice build and love the little nooks and crannies!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like them!

[@user-xy7dn9ls1x]

Nice & cozy van build!!!!

[@louisecampbell8094]

Fantastic van beautifully designed 😊

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It really is!

[@janetfeathers4128]

Always love Patricks craftsmanship!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

He’s like an artist

[@lindamartin2045]

Everyone, very nice video 👍👍this van is unique and homey. love the decorative touches. thank you😊💕

[@Dikz.70769]

I am one of the campervan fans from malaysia kuala lumpur...good job my friend..hope you all continue to be successful

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much for the support. I really appreciate it.

[@Dikz.70769]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures your welcome my friend 😅 have fun ok 👌😁

[@patch.produxtions]

Malaysia! How cool! thanks for thr support 🫶

[@dianaverhulst3407]

I like it! The wall is very cool.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you, Diana

[@law81669]

Wow amazing build! Good work Patrick, and thank you Patrick for sharing 🥰

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

My pleasure!

[@bambihargrove6499]

❤😊❤ Beautiful Build

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! 🤗

[@ekdaufin1485]

Haven’t seen a hammock in a build in a long time!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Patrick loves incorporate one and everyone of his builds

[@user-iw4oy7yk1j]

Really nice I would love to own one just like that I'm impressed 😊😊😊😊😊

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

You and me both!

[@robinw285]

Creative and cool look.

[@juliava605]

You did a fantastic job!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@susans8539]

Nice woodwork! Creative use of space. Love the layout. Thanks Patrick!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Glad you like it!

[@patch.produxtions]

Thank you Susan:))

[@laraycanoyvlog8367]

That’s so nice 👍

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Patrick does put a lot of love in his builds

[@patch.produxtions]

Really appreciate it!

[@rolling-home]

Yo! Gorgeos color van you have there!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I really like the color too

[@patch.produxtions]

Right on! thank youu

[@wademorriss1624]

Full time I think they might regret the small fridg but the build is amazing

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

We filmed this this summer, and they’ve been out on an adventure since then, and everything as well

[@buscampers]

Very nice. That pipe table is very clever.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@patch.produxtions]

One of my favorite things in all my builds! Thank you:))

[@carolsakaguchi3739]

Very nice

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks

[@templar1694]

For a permanent van life. Sell your house and everything that you think you don't need in a van life. Buy a cheap land and turn it into a off-grid garage as a home base. Find a company that has a good paying remote work setup. Buy a working old u-haul box truck that you will convert into a off-grid stealth camper. Then you can start your journey.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Good suggest

[@janesynnot7446]

That is absolutely awesome that build. It looks good as well as being so practical.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It really is!

[@thejackofalltravels8267]

Love the color the climbing wall grabs and the power system option. The folk art esthetics are awesome the form and function look well thought out. One thought the kitchen window could be taller or higher. What does New Jersey outdoor adventures? Think about that kind of power system can’t really ask Patrick because there’s two of you. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

A portable power bank is a very universal easy DIY installation for a camper van, and in some cases much safer than a beginner, trying to temp to fold battery and charging system

[@mjremy2605]

That is a beautiful dinette table, lovely. The accent lights are very nice. No direct light in your face but a wall wash light. Reflectix degrades fast when directly exposed to sunlight. I would slip it into a sun resistant fabric cover. Garage is spacious and roomy, nice. Lots of room for bikes and storage. 3:30 - Fabric on a table surface with unfinished wood? Hmmm. Water jugs on their sides will leak. There are better ways to build this out. 3:54 - You need a raised foot rest there not a trash can as the chair cannot swivel. 4:00 - The ceiling is not 'mostly cedar', it is all pine. Where is the cedar? 4:56 - Toilet in the dining room? While it fits there, there is no curtain around it, and it is very open. I would give this some privacy if you have two people in there. 5:20 - Clothes closet is too shallow and edges look rough not finished. Might catch on clothes. A lot of sharp wood corners on toilet seat and closet area that I would sand down. 5:50 - The 'coffee nook' - everything will fall out. You should have expanded the closet and given it more depth. I don't think this was a good idea. Chest fridge needs extension glides. So do some of the drawers. Kitchen needs overhead cabinets. Where do you put food and pots and pans? On the plus side, countertop and stove look lovely. Very pretty countertop. Your cut out divider walls may look pretty but are non functional. You cannot hang anything on them on either side. If you had made a low solid wall instead, more light would flow through and kitchen would have more knife racks, spice racks space. 8 gal fresh water tanks - portable not fixed, no outside fill. Have you ever lugged 8 gals of water? 8 gals x 8lbs = 64 lbs or the weight of a 100 amp hour Lead Acid truck battery. Try hauling that to the rest stop tap, times two. Put in a fixed tank with outside fill. This will get old fast. She will not be able to refill them on her own. It is a mistake to board up windows either side of the bed, no airflow. This will get hot and muggy inside, and very dark. You cannot open doors at night for safety, but you can open windows, and should. Exterior house paint on metal can be done but it won't prevent rust corrosion as you can see at 9:33. You should have used Durabak instead, as you can roller brush it on and it is very durable as a bedliner paint. It is a type of polyurethane not epoxy. Your van is a lovely turquoise color, but it is a soft paint that won't last or protect your car. Overall fit and finish needs improvement. Its liveable but not well thought out. I like the use of solid pine not MDF. I think the dinette was not a good idea and lost too much space. A bathroom could have been added instead and probably should in the near future. Also a large closet. Swivel the front cab chairs and create a dining and office space there. I would also remove that green table and add a cabinet with a drop leaf table for outdoors.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I really appreciate appreciate all the in-depth extra information provided and details with suggestions. We really value what you have to say.

[@juliava605]

There's aaaaaalways this guy. 🙄

[@seabliss22]

Very nice. Looks great 👍

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mikemanjo2458]

Great design! Gorgeous kitchen/countertop! Love the tree divider. You/they just thought of everything. Just perfect. The exterior color is great. Thanks for sharing! Jane/SC❤🙏

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@patch.produxtions]

Thanks for watching Jane! So glad you liked it, Appreciate the love 🫶

[@user-jx1vl7hv1u]

かっこいい😎❤️‍🔥

[@spoorthigowda365]

Where is the shower option and also it's not open or spacious feeling. I like that hammek idea.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

The people I had him build this decided not to have an indoor shower they’re going to use gyms

[@patch.produxtions]

Ah but my freind it is very spacious! haha thanks for watching! and yes outdoor or alternative showers work best for many on the road :)

[@barbaranaese9370]

Really nice. I saw fans- is there air conditioning or a place that A/C could be added? Looks great and I love all the room the kitchen has.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It has AC prep by removing a MaxxAir fan

[@patch.produxtions]

I love that kitchen too! thanks for watching and yeah you could take out a fan and add a AC!

[@karstenmeinders4844]

Fantastic interior! But how is the shower situation? Did I miss it in the video?

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

No shower. They are going to gyms

[@karstenmeinders4844]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Thx for the explanation

[@herxiong7834]

Very beautiful I wish he tell how it cost for the whole build

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Great question. I didn’t get to speak with him about the cost. His customers are right there in front of me and I want to bring up the topic.

[@sophiaspaul7471]

i love that van. How much would something like that cost?

[@angelajenkins]

Hi Patrick!!!!! I am interested in the dash camera. What do you suggest for an rv hook up?

[@patch.produxtions]

It's a great lil device! It did have a very long cord so I would think it work for a pretty decent size RV

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Appreciate you jumping in here Patrick. The help is always appreciated.

[@paulwebber1657]

A little privacy for the bathroom and a shower would be nice

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I’m sure if the customers asked for that, h would have built it for them. They plan on using gyms to shower daily as they travel across the country.

[@bekind6513]

That was something on my mind, a bathroom is so essential but again if they didn't want it..... rather them than me.

[@patch.produxtions]

Many people don't mind it and many people do, whatever makes each traveler happy!

[@maryfry920]

This set up is great What is the total cost Van_+ build?

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thank you Mary. I didn’t have a discussion with him about cost because his customers were there and I don’t want to bring up the topic, but it looks like it was very affordable for them.

[@maryfry920]

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I understand Thank you

[@NoteFromSELF]

The reflectics is not a selling point. 🙄 Too many different types of wood and finishes. Choices seem random.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It was a budget build. He was able to use some left over materials from other projects to keep the costs down for his customer.

[@patch.produxtions]

I'm a fan of 'wild' wood choices, I enjoy it and so do my customers:) Nothing is ever random in my builds and luckily the reflectics were free:) Thanks for watching 🫶

[@ekdaufin1485]

How has the toilet been upgraded since your model?

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

That manufacturer has had a couple design changes the one Patrick showed is the latest

[@marcyfalconer1275]

Hope they didn't pay alot. Some of the finishing work isn't so great. Where's the shower?

[@bonniebryan2541]

I would rather have way less garage and a little more privacy for the toilet. It is beautiful tho.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Fair enough

[@lynnwilliams7875]

How many cylinders does this have? If only a 6 and all that weight, you’ll be buying a new engine every 2 years.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

It’s a five cylinder 154 hp. It does the job great.

[@bettyteh7745]

There is no shower!!!

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

For right now they’re going to shower at Jim’s while they travel across the country

[@winniejack2492]

Nope. Not feeling it.

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Sorry it’s not for you

[@RevGerryRM]

Only fair. I'm not impressed. I give it a 2 out of 5

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

I didn’t think it was a contest. But I do appreciate your feedback.

[@Lordjervy]

Then build your own..and show your here..and we will see if it can impressed us or its just a pice of bull crap

[@patch.produxtions]

Can't please em all! Thanks for watching 🫶

[@Bounce625]

It’s working to a clients budget you donut..

[@nitefawl]

​​​@@Lordjervy thats an emotional response and i encourage you to think of what you said. by your logic a person can't express their opinion unless they themselves are capable of making the thing they're critiquing? Am I expected to be a professional football player to judge someone's performance or read someone's stats out loud? Do I have to know how to make a pizza to say whether it tastes good or not? That sounds stupid doesn't it? 🤦‍♂️

[@tammylouasksdearsubswtf7955]

meh,,,,

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Okay 👌

[@patch.produxtions]

Meh yaself :P

[@AladdinSE]

Dang that is one ugly van 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

[@yvettealexander4833]

Greetings nicely done Trevor how do I contact you I need some advice

[@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures]

Thanks for checking out the tour. Patrick is available if you look up Patchworxs