Low Budget Van Life: Thrift Store Van Transformation!

[@zachdontlookback9053]

Thank you Bob for the van tour! And thank you to all that enjoyed my build. 🙏🚐🌻 I am humbled by your kind words and interest in my tiny beach house home. 🙌🤙🏄‍♂️

[@noxtwilight_]

Love your attitude towards life! Trying out different jobs for the experience... totally different attitude and perspective towards work... A much needed one! I'll check out your poetry 🤙

[@vespermartini2556]

Zach, you should start vlogging your road trips on KZbin. Love your van ❤

[@Narcan885]

Thank YOU and congratulations to your build. This has been a very nice van tour, really cozy. Good luck and safe travels!

[@angeladawn805]

Zach, congratulations on such a stunning and inspiring build 😍😍😍😍 Function and form elegantly combined. Here's wishing you many great adventures and safe travels, thanks for sharing 🤗

[@kathrynb4683]

I just love all the homey, uniquely done decor. I'm going crazy with letting loose with ideas. I've begun but now I see so much more! Thank you!

[@ailsacocanower4461]

Most of us van dwellers are just looking for function & it can look blah....Zach took his van & made it HOME. So many great ideas & personal touches!❤

[@niania7022]

I absolutely LOVE THIS VAN!! There’s nothing that I don’t love about his van. I just wish I could have seen more of how he did the placement and his water, appliances and how he hooked up his water system, etc.

[@janineivey03121]

A totally beautiful and functional van build. I love that it’s so personal and you can truly see the thought and careful planning that’s gone into his van.

[@lisa196409]

When I saw the different daisies and flowers and the lamps hanging from the ceiling it made me cry. So beautiful.

[@christinaholligan8299]

Love The gentleman's creativity. Love the sunflowers. My decorate with cobalt blue and sunflowers

[@OverlandOne]

Bob always finds the most interesting and creative people to interview. Thanks Bob.

[@patriciatinkey2677]

Having a good chair, an oven, hot showers & a comfortable bed wrapped in such cheerful, cozy decor is perfect. He's right that real plants wouldn't survive, but the ambiance is FABULOUS! 🎉

[@anaisanwar8424]

This guy is so warm and genuine. He has one of the nicest most realistic home van that I’ve ever seen and didn’t have to spend a ton of money. It is possible to do a van build out on up cycled and recycled material. You don’t have to spend a mortgage to decorate your van. This van is very stylish and elegant. It’s definitely a beach vibe.

[@Snarge22]

Retired engineer here. Zach's level of artistic expression is impressive. A level way beyond my comprehension.

[@ccscreations3263]

Zach needs to rent himself out to help with van builds 😁

[@amyrussell860]

Consulting/interior design: not a bad job combo. 😊

[@deannaJesusIsLord]

That’s what I was thinking … a job traveling to people that pay him to decorate their vans. Love his style!

[@lilyandrose8557]

The Clark Gable of van life

[@101doreen]

*THIS* ‼️

[@Lois-o1f]

I thought he looked familiar 😊

[@Maddie2u]

Exactly, so true!!!

[@krispeterson1021]

Rico Suave' lol

[@RUTHSOFFGRID]

Frankly my dear, I don't give a van! 🤣

[@tmckmusic8584]

A true Bohemian Man... loves beauty, aesthetics, and how his environment makes him feel...a reflection of himself. Cool.

[@maryatvan]

Zach's glamvan is on a whole new level. He looks as if he would be as comfortable in a Great Gatsby film as he does on rvliving. Thanks Bob and Zach...and may I also chime in and say... 'just WOW', as well.

[@vanessahenry7238]

I never thought I could do Shabby Chic in a van! This is one of the BEST vans I have ever seen!!!!

[@HeatherJacobs-r5h]

There is something about Zach...a Geoorge Hamilton, kind of guy! Dresses snazzy, loves his Boho Beach vibe...the only thing missing...a little Chihuahua😊. I loved the old chair and all the little attachments to the door. The green roof gives an oasis type feel and, with small lights, in-between, must feel magical, at night. Don't knock fake plants and flowers. I use them myself. Getting the right ones, matters. Great job featuring this unique interior. Cheers from Canada.

[@Maddie2u]

Absolutely and this is why we should always be our own unique selves....who would not like to bump into a Zach on the road ... ♥️🇨🇦

[@Pookie1228]

First of all, this is a "Feel Good Home." I've watched so many of Bob's videos, and the Tiny House explosion yadda yadda. I'm left with several thoughts, from "That's nice to oh no they didnt." Truly, and this is no BS, Zach's home makes me feel like I've been somewhere. What an incredibly creative eye Zach has. Thanks, gentlemen, you've made my day.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

What r ur “Oh no, they didn’t’s ? I would love to hear them. Ppl do some strange stuff

[@mzmel1]

I could tell this dude has done design work as soon as I saw the door of the van.

[@jennslifeinhuntingtonwv2678]

He has a true designer's heart! I have a minivan that I've turned into a campervan, but if I went full time, it would have to be pretty and cozy and feel like home. Great job.😊

[@niania7022]

I totally agree! I could watch an hour of just this van alone!

[@terrytulipane6916]

I just love when vanners use regular house furnishings for storage and layout aesthetics. Depicts how versatile a furnishing can be.

[@valeriegowan1098]

Seriously one of the cutest build outs I have ever seen!!

[@missusjasus]

I had the pleasure of meeting Zach when I was in Quartzsite. He really does have a nice van and, he is a great, fun person!

[@MartineReed]

The word for his van is "whimsical." ❤

[@chapternext3518]

It's Zach! We met this guy last year and saw his van too. Such a kind, genuine person! So glad you showcased him and his beautiful van.

[@Narcan885]

Zach is a delicious person. Awesome all around, just like Bob. What a nice, sweet, wholesome video this has been. 18 minutes? It felt like 8! It's a nice video to watch and listen to even if you're not really looking for a van! Thanks to Zach and Bob, the world needs more people like you!

[@janetheins8987]

I love this step by step!..Watched it twice with notes..ok..I am a visual person! Thank you for this!

[@seviregis7441]

His details are so cottagey and cute, like he’s in a rolling garden house.

[@purplequeen1727]

Just WOW! I am blown away by the design of this van! What an artist! The best I have seen!

[@wextremeart4399]

When you look at his bed from the end he's on to outside It looks humongous like there's so much space going that way because of the colors connecting almost like a mirror image effect, making it look very big. It's beautiful, great job.

[@kimpeasester]

THIS BUILD IS WHAT IVE BEEN TALKING ABOUT! IT FEELS LIKE A HOME! I WISH I WASNT DISABLED AS I WOULD LOVE TO LIVE IN A VAN AND TRAVEL...YOUR VAN IS BEAUTIFUL AND PRACTICAL. YOU HAVE EVERYTHING YOU NEED. EXCELLENT JOB ON THE DECORATING. I LOVE DECORATING. MY MOM WAS AND STILL IS AN EXCELLENT DECORATOR. SHE WENT TO SCHOOL I BELIEVE IN HER LATE 40'S BUT NEVER WORKED IN THE FIELD. IVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM HER. I LOVE THIS VAN ALSO BECAUSE YOU SURROUNDED YOURSELF WITH THINGS YOU LIKE, LOVE AND BRING YOU JOY. I THINK THATS KEY WHEN BUILDING YOUR OWN VAN. MAKE IT A REAL HOME! IT WAS A PLEASURE TO WATCH THIS VIDEO. THANKS TO BOTH OF YOU FOR SHARING......Sorry bout the capital letters, I dont see well so I use capital letters

[@lechenaultia5863]

This is the BEST van I've ever seen! Those mugs! The armchair! The outside table and lantern! Fabulous!

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

You can tell Zach has interior design experience. What a beautiful van.

[@mac-rv5jw]

I'd like to take a minute here and thank this wholesome young man for embracing his inner Grandpa's very cool Bohemian/gypsy style. Love it!!

[@laurirohr5364]

Unique! I love how each Nomad brings their particular personality and needs to their rig design. Really cool.

[@mlbonventi]

Absolutely adore Zach's van style - amazing !! I wondered whether a chair would ever fit in a van because I love to sit in a proper chair...now I am convinced. Beautiful job, talented man. Thank you Bob for showing us Zach's brilliant creation.

[@rickmcentee9204]

Inspiring to see someone figuring out how, as Bob said, to have a home that's both practical AND inspiring. Love the white bug netting and the rustic nautical touches, heart window, etc, etc...

[@gailbutler483]

I love Zach's van! It's like a cottage on wheels. So...Wow!

[@Buck_Jones1909]

So creative! Having an environment to suit your personality! Home Sweet Home! Thank you Zach & Bob!

[@Wanderlust1623]

Zack this is one of the most beautiful builds I’ve seen what an incredibly warm and cozy beach vibe you put together 💜❤🚐😊

[@deborahhatswellbbrinv]

The man is a born designer. He should be doing interior van builds for people. he really has a knack

[@shiralleehaggart72]

This van is beautiful. The interior is gorgeous and I love the flowers on the ceiling to give it that bit more ambience. Enjoy your travels in your lovely van Zack.

[@FindingPeace65]

Zach could easily be an Interior Decorater! Love this build! And the deco!

[@susanmaguire9009]

I think he was in Beverly Hills.

[@helened6896]

I think he said he used to be 👍

[@bevfitzsimmonds3382]

He is. He says so in the intro. 😊

[@therookeryvanlife5612]

Zach has a great eye for design! It’s nice to see that he has found a way to be free and happy. He has a great van and is a nice, gentle man. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@harlanpatterson1959]

I met Zach and camped next to him this past winter in Quartzsite. Incredibly nice and unique individual. Hope to cross paths again this coming winter! Very cool rolling home.

[@laurawalker3687]

Definitely my favourite van decor so far! So creative and so thrifty! ❤

[@ericac.4316]

I think it’s amazing for this guy to have flowers and more of an antique kinda look. It don’t look like it fits his character so it’s so nice to see this. It’s Beautiful

[@jocenelson7408]

This has got to be the most BEAUTIFULLY decorated Van! So impressed!

[@HunabKu13]

What a beautiful, magical world you’ve created for yourself! I just Love it! 💗

[@TheRedsAreRunning]

His van looks just like those tiny beach home bungalows. Everything in its place, and a place for everything!

[@jsso2845]

Love the ceiling! I used a flowered bedspread for mine but I like your flowers much better

[@jodybogdanovich4333]

Hey, nothing wrong with faux plants these days; they are quite realistic. I have a lot of them in my little trailer -- but then I saw the ivy & daisy ceiling inside Zach's van! Puts my little collection to shame LOL. Definitely adds to the vibe. The only thing I missed was seeing a "sink" for dishwashing. I envision an old white enameled metal dishpan that he can place on the little tabletop. 🌿🌼🌿🌼🌿🌼🌿

[@zachdontlookback9053]

Thank you! 🙏 I have a pop up that I use on the backside of my van, but, great idea on the vintage porcelain bowl, lol, I think I may have to steal your idea there. Makes for washing up to some Django Reinhart and a hot cup of tea picture perfect! ✌️🚐🌻

[@zentierra7803]

You have _impeccable_ taste! Your van..."magical" is the word that immediately comes to mind. Thank you so much for sharing this. And good travels to you. 💖

[@BTNomad]

That ceiling is perfect! Pretty much exactly what I want to do in my box truck.

[@ruthklingman1655]

He is an artist- textures, color, antique, creative! Cudos!!!

[@janetjacoby9507]

Met and saw Zacks van. A few months ago. Has to be one of the most gorgeous van homes I've ever seen!!!!! Nice guy.

[@chrisr6157]

Wow is right!!! This was a great interview Bob! I really like what he did with his van. The decor is so beautiful and individual. What a nice man with a positive outlook on life!

[@scar284]

I just want to crawl into that bed and take a long nap. It looks so comfortable ❤❤❤

[@shirleyclarke4867]

I think Bob said it best "WOW" ! It's FABULOUS ❤

[@sandrahartje9974]

Bob this is an amazing van video. Living in California myself for a few years this is the epitome of a San Francisco van experience. Zach is showing you can build out your van anyway you want to make it yours. I hope a lot of people watch this video so they can experience all of Zacks designs and inspirations. tyvm

[@lindanelson7332]

The BEST!!!

[@lgcushman9154]

Fabulous!!! What a talented artist, designer, and builder you are!!

[@1nhonho]

Bob got a lesson in decor and aesthetics for this one. 😂 I kept waiting for the functional info like sink, shower etc. But he was more focused on the nautical theme. 🤣

[@titalinda8515]

Beautiful van and decoration. The ceiling is cute, but a little too much for such a small space, a white and clear one would be better, for me, that is. Congratulations on your van.

[@curtisdettra5194]

Hi Bob 👋. When you find a find, you really find it. If you can understand what I mean. The word that you did describe that Van is all I can say is, WOW! Don't look back, Zach. What an amazing thought/saying. I follow that thought myself. Your beach house/van is just simply amazing. Unbelievable, Incredible. So well, thought out. I can't say anymore about it except, again, "WOW"! 👋

[@curtisdettra5194]

By the way, I just went to Instagram and I am following you. Thank you for sharing all that you do.

[@donwyates]

He's created a comfortable environment that speaks to his vision. Kudos! Whatever floats your boat. 😊

[@sandylipscomb7003]

I love EVERYTHING except the ceiling‼️I think it’s a little busy with the rest being conservative 🤩

[@kimberlysuewhite]

Aye, W.O.W., truly sums it up!... FUNctional beauty in this Itty-bitty beach, Casita with considerable charm. Well done, Zach 👏 👍👌🫶🌻❣️

[@flawedexistence]

I love and adore elaborate tassels!! I have a design book which features tassels all over the house. Amazingly beautiful!! They add such personality.

[@EagleArrow]

Cool idea with chest on back door and love the heart shape window. Why my parents took us camping most weekends with 4 children. They loved the people we met and thought it was wonderful for us children. Went from Army tent, to pop up to pull behind. Now, my family camps for 30 years when we can all over and in all different types of rv's, tents, cabins...we enjoy the family time. I think its so freeing and true living to camp and take care of a small space and not worry about big boring chores every week/ weekend or with maintaining a big home.

[@Maddie2u]

I was looking at a Ford E 350 today! I would live to sit down and have a coffee with this gent and I don't say that often at all, almost never. Guy is just so interesting and unique. ......and I can still see the Beverly Hills come thru....at least my idea of Beverly Hills... ♥️🇨🇦

[@cotter9751]

Fabulous! He’s brought such creativity to his home and life!

[@micheled6111]

Ran out my van and hung my fake fern near the bed. Lol. It’s wow now! Can’t wait to start on the ceiling!!

[@ms.booklover2676]

He’s an artist! It’s neat to hear from someone who reads the Beatniks.

[@VertexHero]

A truly unique van separate from all the others. It has that nice bohemian flavor to it, which I like. Great job!

[@gaylefailing7032]

The lamp on the back door reminds me of a chuck wagon❤️

[@zachdontlookback9053]

Lol! Can't tell you how many times I've served up some fish tacos to the local surfers up and down the coast, 🏄‍♂️🤙🚐🌻

[@tiffanysmith1174]

Zach did such an amazing job. This is the best van build I have ever seen. Beautiful and so very unique ❤

[@maxinee1267]

Wow! that is the best built van I have ever seen its beautiful and practical and glad he is enjoying creating it and living in it. Way to go, I adore the the fairy tale ceiling.

[@IvyRosethebus]

I love love love the heart window!!!! ❤

[@donna6376]

I've done a kaleidoscope of job types in my history from a young age for the same reason. I basically worked state school jobs as my focused retirement builder and that schedule allowed me to work summer and breaks to work misc experiences. Along the way I raised 2 boys mostly as a single mom as well. Easy peezy and blessed. Now I'm a single Grama and am looking forward to set up a van or truck, I haven't got a vehicle right now. 😊

[@nitaell]

I LOVE HIS VAN!! ZOHMYGOSH!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@wendykinsey-o6x]

This van is full of superb design, color, textures, life and love. Utterly WOW. The port hole, stylish and unique, the ceiling, all so beautiful. Love it.

[@danwetherington5096]

I'm laughing now because I haven't said 'Wow!' out loud in a really long time but seeing that foliage ceiling was a surprise! Wow.

[@lorinelsen-allen1379]

Zach has amazing talent…maybe a Van build-out business is in his future? Great interview Bob! I love all of these interesting folks you meet along the way

[@catmother4214]

I really like the high tops. Interesting and brave guy. 💗💗💗

[@noelwilliams2165]

you can see he has no stress

[@asmith5090]

This man and I would be such good friends he thinks the way I do. So creative and repurposes discarded items into such a beautiful place to live. You sir are an inspiration. You can make your van a beautiful place and make it your own ❤ thank you for sharing

[@debkincaid2891]

I love this! So homelike. Vintage & Farmhouse are my style as well, love the hardware, and I'm all about layered textures, too. ❤❤❤

[@veldasellers4021]

OMG! This guy has created my dream van. It is absolutely beautiful!

[@Raggedy-Ann]

WOW! This van is so beautiful and is a true HOME! Great job🤗

[@fenraven]

You'll love working on a farm. It's hard but very rewarding.

[@rickquintero8577]

Wow describes not only the van, but Zack as well. Very inspiring individual! Great video!

[@LilyBecca]

I love this build. It has so much character and looks so warm and homey. ❤

[@kathrinekerns8398]

I love how he incorporated that chair. This van really does seem like a warm and comfortable home.

[@asmradventureasmr]

The flooring is a good idea and I appreciate his sharing that from IKEA. Something easy to install.

[@ivyz2741]

Wow! Zach is so thought FULL is his approach to a beautiful making of a home! I thought that I'd exit this video, given my prioritizing of functionality, though. But, it just came across so genuinely as a real home , and without any gaudy fussiness, (or dust collection!) I could hear Bob's similar reaction. Bob you show why you've been able to create your wide spread appeal; you are multifaceted! Thanks so much for this one!

[@ellaeadig263]

Now THIS is the kind of look I want! So homey! For me, having a really pretty inside to my vehicle is going to be so crucial for my mental health.

[@Kim-cq2om]

Thank you! ❤😊ohhh so Nice you have it! ❤❤🙏🫡👍🇸🇪

[@leeleroux9092]

Wow!! What a surprise❤❤❤I love your home Zach❤❤❤.

[@johnhuff393]

Good morning from Godley Texas, Bob thanks for introducing us to Zach. A great and extremely unique build that meets Zach's needs. Stay safe and happy travels 😎

[@saraashcroch3551]

WoW...The Best van I've seen so far. The best. Thanks for SHARING. UNBELIABLE decor...love it.♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

[@rockyshore7017]

Flowers on the ceiling... who would've thought of that??

[@barbaraaspengen9810]

What a awesome Van 😂

[@shess1640]

Belongs on Architectural Digest. Whatta guy! Sure can execute a vision. He's got a nice vibe and a sweet laugh.

[@michellepasc7564]

van life really does change how you view yourself and the world. I love the chair btw. good video

[@Chereese0808]

WOWZA Zach! Your eye for decor and design is wonderful. Who wouldn't want to live in this most uniqe and comfy gorgeous van. Get a KZbin channel. You'd definitely get a lot of followers. Your personality matches your style. Love it! ❤️ Thanks Bon for showcasing this beautiful home in wheels and Zach of course. WOW is right!