I built an epic home office in my backyard - start to finish

[@Juan_lauda]

Managing to remember to set up a camera for every part of the action is an epic achievement in itself

[@buckkylem]

I can’t believe that only took you 20 minutes to build. That’s incredible

[@nathanetech]

It would’ve been even faster if I didn’t keep changing clothes

[@ohyeonkwon]

Your comment gave me the biggest laugh I had this month 😂

[@fatimapalacios2292]

😂😂😂

[@evangrimes112]

But how long did it actually take? 6 months? lol.

[@nathanetech]

@@evangrimes112 A year working some nights and most weekends.

[@mudgem3742]

Nice video! No annoying music, no volume changes, does not dwell on one process - gives enough attention to all the processes. One of the best videos i have seen on a out building. 👍Not to mention, it looks professionally done.

[@norfy]

"No annoying music" yeah about that. 19:43

[@AnyM4jorDude]

I can't watch this video. Where's the caveman rock music? 👍

[@theglowcloud2215]

@@norfy I'm so sorry a minute of instrumental music triggered you this hard. 🖕

[@IshmaelSmyrnow]

This is one of the best construction time lapse videos I've seen in a while. Just enough details to see which construction method you used in each step. There are so many ways to do things. Congrats on finishing too! The place looks awesome.

[@med9099]

👍🏻 Exactly

[@cynicaltruth7486]

That’s what happens when it’s your property you’re working on. Contractors don’t have to live with it and only care about the paycheck

[@nathangilmore9022]

Wow! What a huge accomplishment. I can only imagine how nice it must be to work out of there. Especially knowing you built it yourself. That is no small project. Impressive!!

[@DandyChigginz]

Until he needs to poop, forgot keys and the wife locked the back door.

[@francopelucci6627]

It takes a real man to do a job like this with no knee pads. The dude is so good that he even made the window screen himself

[@luar5919]

He uses knee pads...

[@Cravenn5]

As a women retired 25 yrs early …who indulges in DIY videos as an epic adventure this is by far one of my favorites. Youre techniques and safety usages 🥰 epic. I will be taking this on in a smaller scale.

[@justwam7619]

Fantastic video. No Dewalt or Milwaukee sponsored BS. Just some cheap ass tools resulting in a fantastic build. This is how a proper build video is done.

[@giantpune]

Mad props for building this with basically weekend warrior level of tools.

[@temucargocult]

Great work, I love how you used regular tools most of us own and simple techniques to make something so solid. And doing everything down to charging the coolant, respect!

[@ryanbirkinshaw5595]

I am in the midst of planning to build one of these and this is the best video I have seen yet, by far.

[@Itsmehi456]

Not sure what’s more impressive … your building or editing skills. Well done dude! The KZbin algorithm is working for you, I’d say!! Keep it up.

[@nathanetech]

Thank you!

[@aaronmoore9417]

Man that was awesome to watch. So satisfying to see it all go up.

[@deanc.5984]

That's why you NEVER live in a HOA community! 😅👍

[@johncorrelli1255]

Wow! This is incredible! And to do it all in just over 20 minutes... amazing! Very well done!

[@nathanblair4431]

Cleanly executed, nice work! What a refreshing space to work in! Thank you for recording and sharing your journey.

[@3cordguy]

This is amazing. Love that you got a bit of everything into this final video edit. The finished product is super impressive, too. Well done!

[@L6901Malice]

Been doing diy for 18 years, the confidence level here is unmatched. Lotta hard work and research. Congratulations

[@nothingtoseehere93]

You paid attention to more details than any contractor I’ve met lol. Nice work

[@mr.doctorcaptain1124]

He also failed to dig below the frost line for his foundation. He’s going to have massive issues down the road and may need to tear the entire thing down and start over. If he’s in a cold state, he’ll definitely need to. He did a lot of things right! But that’s a pretty massive mistake to make. It’s why you generally shouldn’t be making tutorial videos like this unless you actually know what you’re doing; very easy to miss important details like that.

[@jshepard152]

@@mr.doctorcaptain1124 How do you know the frost line in his location?

[@Letstryscience]

In his other video he explains that he lives in the southeast and the frostline is only 12". He did dig below that. Hearing the cicadas in the background gives it away.

[@mizz2ts86]

I’m not a builder or anything like that, but I watched and thoroughly enjoyed this video. I wish I had this talent, work ethic, and passion! This turned out beautiful❤

[@needamuffin]

Not only a great example of the process, but a great example of the process *alone*. This is about the size I'm planning as well and some of the tricks you showed to hang drywall and the like solo will come in handy for sure.

[@santinodeluca1971]

I don't know what mistakes you made but this turned out fantastic! You installed your own AC unit and made window screens....great job!

[@amarcellus1714]

Quickest route to work ever. No traffic or assholes to deal with on the train or bus.

[@coreydagod9317]

Well done. Respect the use of PPE. Wish I'd have started wearing it earlier in life. Cheers

[@christopherchristenson402]

This was one of the best home improvement / DIY videos I’ve ever watched!

[@Joseph87101]

Good job dude! I’ve been a builder for over 20 years and I don’t have much bad to say about this one. I would have many tips and tricks from an efficiency standpoint but still, a very commendable job you did here. 👍

[@nathanetech]

Thank you! That means a lot

[@sipdancedesignartentertain1951]

Can you share shed tips with me?

[@albertogomez5109]

Yes I would like to know the tips

[@dustym1755]

I sat here this morning in the office I built (addition onto house) and I must say this is amazing. You did a really good job my friend. From start to finished I was really amazed. Good job and great video. Thank you for sharing!!!!

[@PrincessDesolo]

ur talent and skills are out of this world! Truly impressive! Great work!!!

[@rgoitia]

WOW all that in 20 minutes, amazing! j/k I am amazed on how you did everything with so little help and from scratch. Not one cut or bruise. You are a master of all these trades. Such dedication 👏 Take a bow!

[@cecepsupriyadi1966]

It was accelerated in a short time so that it was fast

[@KamalAhmed-tp1zc]

From beginning to end nowhere to everywhere, truly genius and amazing quality job.

[@ErnestoMartinezFigueredo]

This was a great job, man. Love the strong construction and the final minimalistic aesthetic look.

[@M.A.R.V.]

that foundation is amazing

[@DevanSabaratnam]

I nearly broke myself this very morning trying to replace my kitchen faucet, and then I log on to KZbin to see you build a whole fricken office to work in!! Big props to people like you who can work with your hands like this. Must be so special to work in a structure you built yourself. BRB, have to fix a mystery leak under my kitchen sink now that somehow happened after I replaced the faucet... 😅

[@aaronalquiza9680]

i like how most of your tools looked new; the stickers were still there and there's no signs of wear yet. means you were learning as you went along. i did the same for my patio and storage shed.

[@KJF.95]

Man this is so impressive. Great job!

[@DavidLee-cf5lw]

This guy built everything from scratch. Very enjoying watching his video.

[@craggle_guitar]

Very cool to see a fellow software engineer build their own outdoor office! Great little jig idea for putting up plasterboards on the upper walls.

[@danielhoagland5534]

Great Job Brother! That was a fun watch. Great attention to detail!

[@ernestsanjose6953]

Hey! Ernest here from the Philippines. Love the technique and the process of how you built the structure. I'm inspired of you what you do. I will definitely use the skill to build my own house in a bigger Scale. Hope to see more videos from you. God bless!

[@interminablyperplexed4903]

If you didn't build your house, I'm certain your office is built with more precision and quality than your home. The care you put in inspecting each piece of material and the precision of placement is just not practiced by most home builders. Such a solid build. Thanks for upload.

[@jverlee]

This is absolutely amazing - it looks so good. Fantastic video work here as well. Love this!

[@alphaaawolfff4282]

Wow, this is one of the best video breaking down all important steps, esp for guys who already have general construction knowledge

[@jesusloveseveryone888]

Beautiful work, brother! Such a quality job and amazing result! Proud of you, and you should feel proud, too! Hard work pays off!

[@00700556]

I like the fact you used all harbor freight tools

[@dividsky]

once in a while, i discover a gem on youtube like your channel... i'm looking forward to see what you'll do with this channel - i looks very promising! CONGRATS!

[@nathanetech]

Thanks, I really appreciate that!

[@xxhasudin]

Man I watch these and it takes me back to when I did a deck and shed solo. Along with many other remodel projects. I still have the fire but with work, 2 kids and one more on the way time, energy, and sleep are very limited

[@nathanetech]

Man, I feel that. I have 2 kids and sometimes don’t know how I managed to build this. In many ways, my wife is the MVP of this build for giving me the leeway to do it.

[@apothikcroadboy4968]

Thanks bruv. Now I can add home building to the many skills I’ve acquired via KZbin.

[@JayTakeProfits]

What size is this office

[@victoriaman117]

I will be doing the same thing in my yard, however I will be replacing the "office" with a "bar" lol. Great job Nathan!

[@CesarMartinez-rp6oh]

Amazing brother, Im halfway through my build and motivated by your video to finish it asap.

[@denisemarie1825]

Looks like a gaming set up -nice job !

[@mugentuner]

Epic build my man. I'd tell the wife I'm moving out and into this new pad.

[@delpierochilipeppers]

Dude, you're a Titan.

[@mikeadam80]

ive hung tons of drywall by myself and never thought of that! fantastic work

[@nathanetech]

Thanks! That idea wasn’t original to me. Learned it from a different KZbin channel

[@annaha1237]

Wow. You're impressive and very skilled. Nice job.

[@shawnagbatah8336]

Watching you drywall made me feel so much better about my attempts 😂😂😂😂. You can tell when a carpenter/builder tries do drywall. It’s really just about getting it done! Top marks!!

[@nathanetech]

😆

[@TinaBlaque]

One of the coolest things I’ve ever seen. This is awesome. Probably built better than my actual house.

[@Solo413]

Unreal. Better quality and better build than my own home. Great job, buddy.

[@wbstar22]

Man you literally made everything 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@thepastbrick539]

Currently studying architecture and construction mgmt and thought this video was great! I am so eager to start getting more practical experience rather than 3d model on my computer all day.

[@geoffiida3315]

Excellent build. Excellent video editing.

[@drumswest5035]

Nicely done from a structural point of view, the only thing i would of done differently is to have the deck posts on a concrete pedestals, they will last longer than being directly in contact with the soil. You might want to consider some skirting to keep the critters out. Pretty dam nice office mate!

[@nathanetech]

Thanks! Maybe I was just being lazy with the deck posts, but I did use lumber that was treated for constant ground contact. So they should last for a long time. If they don’t… I guess I’ll bite the bullet and redo it with concrete. I’ve been tossing around some skirting ideas but haven’t landed on anything yet. Maybe I’ll have a future video adding it. I appreciate your input!

[@Confusedcapybara8772]

This is awesome! I can only imagine the planning that went into this.

[@samsoum91]

That is absolutely amazing

[@I1IWEBB1]

Well done man. Looks great. I have a old shed I was going to demo and rebuild but after watching this I think I could refurbish the shed with some good TLC.

[@nathanetech]

You got this!

[@tsaipod]

Video of the freaking year!!!!!!!

[@robertblahnik7685]

Better than some houses I've seen built. 👍

[@bradbader3511]

Nice job , all the best for the coming days .

[@rashodc7618]

Oh, so this is how they built Rome in one day. Great Job!!!

[@maretteschulz8898]

What a fantastic job - well done you👌👌👏👏

[@nathanetech]

Thank you!

[@alanlane3869]

All the way down to making your own window screens. 👏 👏 👏

[@Nishinga.]

Dude this was one of the coolest videos I’ve seen on KZbin. You’re talented as hell man great job!

[@mic2024-e3c]

Congratulations , Excellent JOB

[@edwardsdina]

Just subscribed. I love how you show enough of the steps so that we can do it ourselves😁

[@Msmaggy13-d5q]

wow! I just got my 40ft container from Wuwi Shipping Container very cheap and even paid it upon delivery. cant wait to start working.

[@cashgotbandzzz6450]

This man does everything I’m impressed

[@PauloRicardo-uy1gs]

Wonderful.....amazing tiny house

[@taraky]

Very nice work dude, Congratulations

[@jamesscroggins3486]

Cleanup looks nice! Hope you ankle get better quickly

[@Tholius]

I wish I had friends interested in building, or who could teach me. A dream. Great work to you

[@nathanetech]

Thank you! I learned everything I did in this video from KZbin and reading building codes.

[@Tholius]

@@nathanetech I hope you're really proud of yourself. Did you have any help at all? Seemed you did it solo

[@nathanetech]

@@Tholius There were a few times I had help. My dad was in town twice and helped both times - once with the floor beams and once with the siding. My father-in-law helped me get the mini split in place. Some friends helped me lift the walls and get the door unit in place. My wife helped with the larger windows by holding them from the inside while I nailed them in place. For different reasons, I didn’t get video of some of those. But other than those things, I solo’d the whole build.

[@tonya8117]

The only thing missing was a water source / sink to set up a nice little coffee bar and microwave / mini fridge and at least an enclosed section with a commode to take a dump. The insulation I would have used under the structure would have been sprayed in but that’s me. Great results though

[@nathanetech]

I did seriously consider adding a bathroom, but figured it's easy enough to walk back to the house for that. Gets me more fresh air too. But man, there are definitely times where it would be easier to just have one out here.

[@ShaneDixon]

Awesome work, and incredibly informative! Thank you!

[@nathanetech]

Thanks! I’m releasing the first video in a series today where I’m going to go in more detail on each step of the process.

[@ShaneDixon]

Perfect! Can't wait.@@nathanetech

[@ElementX32]

Wow, that's awesome. A skill I wish I had.

[@orbital929]

Good work, the video was great no annoying music or constant talking about this or that or the other. If there is 10 of you a palace can be built.

[@MichaelScottttt]

I've been framing for over 30 yrs. You are not a construction person but for someone with no experience you did a really good job.

[@nathanetech]

Wow, thank you! That means a lot

[@Aesgor]

10:28 is best part of this video. “Gotta test ‘em out!”

[@TopVillain]

Working from home has us doing some amazing things.

[@sleepii15]

Man this is so cool! You have some serious skills!

[@shelah4027]

I'm surprised you could build that so close to your neighbor's fence/property line. I wish I could do this, but it would not meet my setback requirements. I can dream though, you did a great job.

[@50sKid]

Great job

[@danstvguy]

Amazing you did it yourself without help lifting, measuring, etc.

[@nathanetech]

I did have help lifting the walls but didn’t get that recorded

[@joeyfresh01]

With no experience that’s damn impressive. Hell of a job sir

[@NCTXVA]

Dammit Nathan, you are a BEAST!

[@mynameis2013]

This is such a great build! And a relaxing watch. This is really inspiring

[@1NewAgeGoddess]

Now that's a handy MAN! Great work 👍🏽

[@slay_chayy]

This looks absolutely amazing!

[@worlverineloganx384]

Talented dude! I wish I was that good with my hands . I sucks !

[@nathanetech]

Thanks! I had never done any of this before this build. You may find you have skills you didn’t know you had

[@samsoum91]

Level up! Sergeant sergeant master sergeant extreme to the max!

[@nathanetech]

😆

[@basilodira4423]

I can tell you are a good man Nice job !

[@cameroncunningham204]

Dude has excellent skills, my hats off to hjm