Making the STAIRS Took me Longer Than the HOUSE / OFF Grid LOG CABIN Building (S4 Ep3)

After one and a half year I've finally finished the stairs. It took me less to build the main wall and roof of the house. It was not as nearly as much work, but I've been searching for the right logs, branches and other pieces of wood to make the stairs as they are and it took forever to have everything sanded, the wood dried and in place. I don't regret a single second of the time invested into the stairs as they probably are my favourite part of the house and I enjoy doing the creative work.
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[@RealBazman]

This is what happens when one builds their own home. You can see the passion and love of their work. Beautiful home for a beautiful family!

[@johnmichaelkarma]

Absolutely is what happens. The roof eves is so low that it blocks the outward view from windows and incoming light and the step down from upstairs room is terrifying. A for effort but not without a couple design failures.

[@RealBazman]

@@johnmichaelkarma some people are capable of walking down stairs without shitting their pants.

[@johnmichaelkarma]

@@RealBazman You think that step down is safe,you are an idiot. It is treacherous,PERIOD. That has to be one of the most shortsighted design flaws I have ever seen.

[@livingdeeply15]

@@RealBazman Thank-You so much you beautiful human being, for giving me a True Belly Laugh!!! You rock in my Book!!!!! ~Kim (say hey sometime, I think we should get together.......

[@treylem3]

​@@RealBazman🎯👍

[@Penster-Elle]

I must admit that when I first came across your log cabin build, I thought "Hmm, a basic log cabin. How hard can that be?" So I watched, and then saw your mad skills with limited tools, on your own. Then I realised that this isn't 'just' a log cabin, but it is a beautiful, gorgeous home with so, so many amazing touches, it's a work of art. You, Sir, are a genius. And as well as the stunning home you've built with your bare hands, your videography skills are wonderful with such amazing images of the landscape around your home.

[@user-cy5vl7fj2p]

ЭТО ТОЧНО 100%!! ЭТО УНИКАЛЬНО!!!

[@jJust_NO_]

i want to live here!!! and i disagree about the videography. pls stop with the slow motion and butterfly effects. its not cohesive with the theme which is building and tools lol

[@kindlydude]

His butterfly scene was particularly magical. I guess there are tons of wildflowers that attract these particular butterflies ...lovely!

[@-modernartyakusugi-8542]

Nice to meet you. I am Japanese. My name is Jota Inui. I was a teacher for 27 years, but I had a stroke and had to quit my beloved job. And now, I am creating woodwork art works using world heritage Yakusugi and sacred trees. I have a variety of disabilities due to cerebral infarction. The right face has pain from being cut with multiple kitchen knives. And the left lower leg was left with a disability that was burned by the gas burner. Except when I'm sleeping, I'm living in a living hell of intense pain. In that living hell of pain, I am creating fishing charms and woodwork art works using the world heritage Yakusugi and sacred trees. I watched your KZbin and was deeply moved. Because you are challenging yourself with a very difficult task by yourself. And you are always working hard to make your dreams come true. Your home build is amazing. When I look at your house building, I feel that you are creating a work of art called a house. When I saw you working hard, my heart warmed and I thought that I had to work harder. Even though I am disabled, I have much to learn from your way of life. You are such a wonderful human being. I respect you with all my heart. And you give me the strength to survive. Sincerely thank. thank you very much. I look forward to your success. you are a really great human being.

[@kayduhaime8390]

I agree with you sir, he is very talented, and his home is a piece of art. Keep on with what you do with your art also, and I pray to our Father in Heaven He be with you, and help you through your pain.

[@MySelfReliance]

Wow Nic, the cabin looks amazing!

[@nikrijavec47]

Thank you Shawn! I also like how your cabin is taking shape, I have huge respect for what you do.

[@user-qu9uq4zp3s]

​@@nikrijavec47 Здравствуйте. Скажите, а вы это делаете дом для постоянного места жительства, или просто как загородный дачный дом?!

[@andreboudreau6474]

Nik you ARE an ARTIST! You have a way of using what nature provides without disturbing the harmony in it. Love the way you integrated those branches and trees into your home. 👍🏻 from 🇨🇦

[@ike7539]

Just curious about Canadians and their love of the flag. Do they teach you at school? I see flags on backpacks, rain jackets, hats, stickers on cars... What's up with that?

[@andreboudreau6474]

@@ike7539 Not taught in school. I think it is more because of the pride we have being Canadian.🤷🏻‍♂️

[@saritasowell7540]

I’ve been following this craftsmanship from the beginning and his detail for wood is remarkable, outstanding and beautiful.

[@isakkronlund4755]

I've done the same, and I agree with you

[@toejam6941]

He loves the wood!

[@alaingrauby6048]

Je partage entièrement votre analyse, on est encore nombreux à apprécier la qualité d'un savoir-faire 👍👏👏👏

[@richardmilne8733]

Fantastic..........beautiful timber.....beauty in the wood. Looking more like a home. Thank you for your craftmanship......keep it up.

[@MrBill-qx4ms]

I can’t believe how beautiful it’s coming out! A true work of art!!!

[@kjterz]

that is not a staircase....it's a piece of artwork....................

[@lstone.09]

Another amazing video. Thanks Nik. The work and attention to detail you've put into your home is absolutely stunning.

[@mikeunum]

@Nik Rijavec - I love what i see. Men that is amazing. I have learnd woking with wood from summer 1975 until october 1978. I love to work with wood. But i had another way in my mind so i switched to industrial automation and had worked 30 years over the whole world. It was an very interesting life.

[@malgaa3655]

As the logs rolled in to their perfect place, the chaos is turning to an amazing master piece, made by two human hands. How awesome is that? Enjoy watching your videos now over two or more years, I myself, feel like being at home in your Log Cabin. And, watching those butterflies, takes my breath away....💖🦋🦋🦋

[@goodgrieflouiser5807]

Probably the most beautiful natural staircase I’ve every seen built. Congratulations Nik. You are an artist.

[@TheJimcrooks800]

Totally brilliant. The recreation of a 'tree house' on the upper floor is inspired. Beautiful craftsmanship in the prosaic - turning a staircase into a work of art like that is awesome. Running out of superlatives!

[@judyschepp8748]

Agreed👍😁🤗

[@bridgetqualey4366]

The concept of this being a tree house helps me put the curious step into the first room at the top of the stairs into perspective. I hope no one sleepwalks who sleeps in that room. I'm expecting it will be the parents. :>) Inspired for sure.

[@margreetanceaux3906]

If only my father could have seen this! Your craftsmanship would have brought tears to his eyes. Exquisite doesn’t seem to fit these beautiful slabs of wood - yet they are. I hope you and your family will enjoy this beautiful home for many, many years to come.

[@josefreck1103]

Einfach eine super Arbeit geleistet und richtig schön gemacht 👏🏻👌👍😁😊🤗🙋‍♂️

[@dorothyallen3614]

Nik, I’m not sure how much pleasure you received out of creating this artistic, magically pleasing and whimsical staircase, but I was mesmerized with a sense of calmness and a oneness with those wood pieces, and that they were being cherished forever on display and very useful for the future. What a calmness one can, could obtain just by sitting on that staircase in meditation. The warmth of the sun, the changing of the shadows, the strength from the wood and plant life, just WOW! Awesome creation! I’m suggesting that you add a water feature somewhere in this area, it doesn’t have to be big, just an added sensation of calmness when sitting there or getting out of bed especially. Ohhh, I can hear birds chirping too ha!

[@wanasong5611]

Beautiful Craftsmanship along with Amazing Artistry. Plus, your Tenacity and determination ALONE shoud be bottled and sold. 😘👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tonyessien9486]

Amazing to have watched this build over these last 5 years (?). Thanks for bringing us along.

[@jimlong527]

So Beautiful, the final touches that turns this house into a home. Well done.

[@thewoodpeckinglawyer3832]

one of the most beautiful, if not THE most beautiful videos you have made. the woodworking is absolutly amazing, especially the two bottom steps. Well done!!!

[@billytingen3567]

Breathtaking Nik. You have truly become one with Nature. Random pieces of Beauty all fit together bringing the Calm and Serene energy of Nature indoors. Truly Magnificent!!! Cheers my Friend!

[@jerrellkull5347]

Looking more beautiful, with every episode. Thanks Nik. Y'all take care.

[@purplemnkydshwshr]

That has got to be the best dang staircase I've seen in years, that is an amazing piece of work you've created there. My paranoid self if looking at the step near the top though, I wouldn't be able to trust myself not to take a big step, instead of a small one😁.

[@bridgetqualey4366]

Same here. If you miss the step it will be a doozy! Creative though.

[@henrykstopikowski5379]

Dear Rick, I'm proud of you. Looking at what you've built. You are Hercules. Your beautiful children help you, but your wife does not. Why? I really like watching episodes where couples build houses and a beautiful wife helps her husband a lot. They eat together, work together, sleep together, love their children and each other, that's the way it should be. Good luck. Congratulations on the beautiful home you have artistically furnished. A house THAT BECAME A DREAM!

[@sohailmmmughal1952]

I've seen thousands of wood houses on youtube But did not see this beautiful house

[@perenoel9933]

WOW! So beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

[@ninafodale]

Staircase looks beautiful, you have the gift of bringing nature into a home, also your cinematography is very artistic and a pleasure to watch. 😍😍😍

[@islamentable1290]

The solid log cabin has become an Art Project. The staircase is amazing. You never fail to astonish me, when I finally figure out, what you are up to!

[@talibirkmanis926]

WOW WOW WOW , a real fantasy log cabin in the forest , unbelievable and beautiful , you are doing an amazing job , fantastic and well done !!!!!!

[@stefanotordi1185]

Non una capanna di tronchi... non una casa... una vera opera d'arte!! Complimenti, non ho mai visto nulla di più bello, si vede tutta la passione e l'amore che ci stai mettendo!!

[@user-xe6yd9xm7x]

ЗДРАВСТВУЙ НИК! БОЛЬШОЙ ПРИВЕТ ИЗ РОССИИ. Я СМОТРЮ ТВОИ ПРОИЗВЕДЕНИЯ ИСКУССТВА С ПЕРВОЙ СЕРИИ. И УДИВЛЯЮСЬ ТВОЕЙ ФОНТАЗИИ, КОТОРУЮ ТЫ ВОПЛОЩАЕШЬ В ЖИЗНЬ. ХОЧУ ДОЖИТЬ ДО ПОСЛЕДНЕЙ СЕРИИ, КОГДА ПРОЙДЁТ 10лет. ДАЙ БОГ ТЕБЕ И ТВОЕЙ СЕМЬЕ ЗДОРОВЬЯ! С УВАЖЕНИЕМ К ВАМ, Василий из России!😊😊😊😊

[@gabba5423]

I have never seen someone craft in this manner. My hat goes off to you. Your skills is outstanding next level. Beautiful work.

[@yvonnesimmons9001]

He works by hand is a labourer, he who works by hand and head is a builder, he who works by hand and head and heart is an artist. You are an incredible artist!

[@Miss.Libby.]

Truly magnificent Nik. Superb craftsmanship, and an innate feel for stunning design incorporating natural woods and found objects. Your stairs are worthy of the most prestigious of design accolades. Well done and congratulations on beautiful work. 👏🏻🇦🇺🌺🌴

[@petepeterson4540]

Yes those stairs are beautiful you did a very good job and also the filming of it It is going to be hard to top the long hours editing bits and pieces together.

[@shopshop144]

Well said!

[@KristerRehn]

No halfass...Custom all over!!! Impressed is a huge understatement❤

[@simonlanda5911]

Every vidéos you post kill's me !!!! .... Man, IT'S SO FU---KEN BEAUTYFULL !!! I'm so Happy for you.... you realise your dream for sur ! and mine in the same time.... I follow you since the begining (almost) and I have NEVER been disappointed... You are definitly MY hero !

[@sgrvtl7183]

You walking with ALL the butterflies! So beautiful, thank you for capturing. Your stairs and home are beautiful! YOU are very creative~an Artist~~! Great Video......hard working man.

[@davelarsen9847]

What a beautiful stairway Nik! Thank you for another fun video!

[@microbe2008]

WOW That is absolutely magical Nik. ♥ God Bless you buddy

[@shortfuse43]

All the curved branches are simply beautiful. Hint, when screwing the long lag screws/bolts through the wood, rub some bar soap on the threads...goes in like smooooooth.😉

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Each piece chosen for its ebb and flow, colour and hue, curves and strength.... It is a Masterpiece Nik. Truly stunning.💜

[@tyrarenae3486]

Awesome, beautiful, wonderful!! I've never seen anything on KZbin like this cabin!! Your Family is blessed to have such a dedicated man in their lives to build something for them such as this!!❤️❤️

[@CurtisG-oq5wu]

Nik, I am a 77 year old man in the U.S. I discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago and I must say I am amazed. Amazed at you, your work ethic, your amazing talent for seeing a vision of something that you wanted and making it happen from nothing. Also amazed at your beautiful family and the love you show for them. I never had a son but if I had, I would hope that he would be a gentleman just as yourself. Thank you for sharing all your gifts with us. Such a craftsman and artist and real man I have never seen. Curtis

[@pacop1196]

The joy in the passionate pursuit of excellencies shines through in your attention to detail, this cabin gets more beautiful each and every time you finish a project. Nik thank you for sharing your journey its a real pleasure to watch as this cabin come together.

[@jackmandaro1436]

1 of a kind Masterpiece

[@ironicallyvague1265]

A thing of beauty is a joy forever...

[@MeinTubengucker]

Filming nature is always wonderful.

[@allanpeters4403]

Nik - your craftsmanship has no equal - you are blessed with such talent!! Having watched you build since day one when I found your site. Thanks for sharing your talent!!

[@Uswesi1527]

Unfortunately, I can’t find the exact words to describe your unique, unprecedented, unparalleled achievement

[@michaelhearn3831]

What amazing documentation your children grandchildren and great great grandchildren will have of you amazing workmanship and dedication to that home…….congratulations I’ve been on this journey with you from you felling the trees…..👏🏼👏🏼🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@bobbyduke777]

Wow, time well spent, is a inheritance of honor

[@PreciousRubi]

The stairs are such a beautiful work of art. What a joy it will be to live in this house for you and your family.

[@RecepAydinGulec]

Watching your works is a great pleasure for me.

[@boltfromtheblue4247]

बहोत ऊंचे दर्जे के कलाकार हो तुम । सलाम है तुमको ।👌

[@vinceglauser4770]

I enjoy watching you carve with your chain saw. It looks great.

[@mrs.hancock4124]

As was my late husband, I gotta say, there’s nothing more attractive than watching a master craftsmen create magic. God Bless you & yours❤

[@xevious2501]

Whats so cool. such a place will exists for YEARS!!!, those types of places that others will use way in the future and their being a tale and legend of the original builder. We all know those places and their tales. but this time we've seen it come to fruition.

[@trowdytrav]

You’ve outdone yourself Nik! That staircase looks so amazing!

[@victorsavin6414]

Your progress and dedication is absolutely incredible! Incredibly inspired to build my own house one day too :)

[@Graybeard_]

I always appreciate someone joining the "stairs are the hardest part of building a house club". My first big building project was building a cabin in the woods on my family's property back in the early 1980s. Most of the wood was milled at a family run mill at the end of the dirt road I lived on. I traded hours working at the mill for lumber. My stairs were of similar design to yours, but I did not slot the carriage all the way through. I slotted them from the back to an "imaginary" line and slid the treads in from the rear. It came out nice, but almost ended my life of woodworking before it got started. : P

[@maritrnning5357]

such a perfectly beautifull creativity! Thank you God, for the trees and the forest

[@Oxatolla]

WOW! A real treat we get to witness this. Thank you.

[@Hoku12]

Phenomenal Exquisite Sculpture at its most creative. Should be featured in magazines. Love Your Art 👏👏👏👏

[@rickgarms7656]

What an amazing wooden fantasy those stairs are. You passion really shines.

[@patminister4414]

No wonder your a happy bunny great effects with all the different types of wood to a lovely creative finish

[@brianmros4844]

Hi Nik, The stairs are so cool. I've never seen such an awesome set like that. The glass riser is over the top. I didn't mention it before, but the kitchen is looking just as nice as the stairs. I'm looking forward to seeing what you come up with for the bath, and bedrooms. Take care Nic.

[@MrSabotage83]

This staircase is full of warmth and passion. Lovely job Nik

[@M1NDCR4WL3R]

THAT.... is magical! I mean everything, the landscape, the butterflies, this stunning house you build with this amazing staircase where everything fits perfectly! You've built a magical home!

[@mariareyesrosado425]

Beautiful, gorgeous, a work of ART!!!

[@Joe90V]

I applaud your creativity. Lots of natural shapes that almost make you feel like you're in a forest :)

[@robertbrooks1574]

I was skeptical about the stairs design, but you had a remarkable vision in mind and I'm super impressed how awesome that turned out.

[@richardliles4415]

Your workmanship is incredible. No matter how long your video I’m always left wanting to see more. Thank you.

[@WildBoreWoodWind]

Nik, you never fail to amaze me. Well done, again. 👍👍

[@philflip1963]

A nice example of being uninhibited by concention. Salute!

[@johnmarquardt1991]

Amazing vision, work of art and practicality. The bare-foot carpenter artist.

[@silviarenz9553]

Nik hai fatto un lavoro eccezionale !! Un opera d arte ! Nell tuo cuore senti la natura. Una scala bellissimo. Un abbraccio

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Sadly this staircase probably won't last much beyond 300 years. But your legacy as a builder with family in mind certainly will. Amazing.

[@howardbarber2451]

Beautiful!! I can tell with everything you make whether it is a home to a hat rack, it is in your soul and heart. You are a true artist. I love watching everything you do. Your imagination is truly amazing! THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR TALENT WITH US.. Also your country is beautiful. I would love to travel there someday. Ken & Debbie From Oregon USA

[@johnpettigrew9732]

magic!!! door Nik I can tell the Mrs is wrapped ( veryvery pleased with your creative side 😊🥰)

[@runninonempty820]

Nik, you have such incredible vision. It's just amazing what you can do, and your passion really shows through when you take your time and create something so beautiful. Can't wait to see what you do next!

[@alaingrauby6048]

FORMIDABLE !!!!! tout simplement !!! BRAVO À VOUS 👏👏👏👍 depuis le sud de la France 🇫🇷

[@hiarleymoreira146]

The videos of this content bring peace...💆

[@tc7486]

This is the coolest build to watch on KZbin! Your artistic vision and skills are amazing! I’m amazed with every piece of wood you apply and this is truly a masterpiece! And I say this as a woman! The ultimate man cave/home!

[@molly56clark]

Such an inviting staircase to ascend. Exceptional.

[@raffaelesala992]

Cosa posso dirti... Hai fatto un lavoro bellissimo, è una meravigliosa scultura. Bravissimo 👏👏👏👏

[@Harleyhb2703]

Hai Nik, I follow you from the beginning bilding this house and I'm every time astonished of you, how you do many things on your own. Greeting's from the Nord-east of the Netherlands.

[@ajmiller7102]

Looks great! A vision, a dream, skill, patience and determination and you did it with your own hands. How wonderful!

[@layna8924]

VERY INTERESTING WHAT YOU DO WITH WOOD...A REAL CRAFTSMAN YOU'VE BECOME & IT'S SAID, 'NECESSITY IS THE MOTHER OF INVENTION'...NO TRUER WORDS SPOKEN FOR OFF-GRIDDERS...🙏ALL THE BEST, VANCOUVER, CANADA...;)

[@xzytqweo3538]

Looks great, Nik. Thanks for making and sharing this video.

[@graciemaca6996]

What a cool rustic stairway! All natural elements with a creative touch. I love all of the personal touches you are adding to this build. Your cabin is truly unique!

[@waylon7371]

Wow is all anyone could ever say......amazing work!!!!

[@tlc1718]

You and Sean James I just luv to watch the wood art 👍

[@mariowickel456]

Those stairs were awesome before you created the railing and shelves now only 1 word MAGNIFICENT

[@user-sy8uo2rv1f]

мир дому вашему 🤗 талантливая работа 🙌👍 великолепные видео 👌🎉💪

[@misty4782]

Your home is truly turning into something stunning. The camera person captures awesome events: clouds, sunsets and all those butterflies were...?....I can't find the words to describe it all. What a wonderment. God bless.

[@nickischwab205]

A beautiful cabin high on the hill.....wild flowers and butterflies....lush foliage all around. Wow, what a wonderful choice for your build! The stairs and especially the massive wood landings you used are a magnificent piece of art!!! Your creativeness and labor show through. Incredible!!! Good job, Nik!!

[@agostinolibrandi7869]

Manual skills, flair and artistic vision. It cannot be more than that. Congratulations and greetings from Verona (IT)

[@fireantsarestrange]

Artist love. I love this approach to living. It's like you brought the outside inside.