Rebuilding our Veranda - 4 Men x 88 Hours | Timelapse (44 mins)

3 years ago, we moved to Portugal and bought a 150 year old stone house. It was a long wait to get all the permits and licences to start the restoration but now it's happening. The biggest ever transformation - rebuilding the veranda.
Thank you you everyone who voted to put this epic episode together.
Meraid and Dan

[@cynwalts771]

OMG I could have watched another hour at least. Your builders are brilliant and so sweet. Please dont apologise for the rain its fine. I must admit I felt your emotion. It brought back sweet memories of when my late husband and I were building. I am so enjoying your journey. Thank you

[@gillianbrewer9607]

Enjoying every minute of your vlogs. Those men appear to be old school tradesmen, boy do they get the job done. They are a pleasure to watch.steady and reliable as they go. Watching from NZ.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you so much for sharing your joy

[@joanhesketh9419]

My goodness I wouldn't have known where to start , these men work so hard and know what they are doing .

[@NearbyVeggies]

They are wonderful men.

[@user-it2jo8bx4n]

Ofcourse it’s emotional will be so pleased for you and Dan to have your veranda back

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you ☺️

[@AngelleShaw-nd9xp]

So happy for you both. A dream turning into a reality 😍

[@NearbyVeggies]

It really is 😊

[@gc9017]

You’ve certainly chosen the right builders, shuttering and concreting is very unforgiving if not done correctly, never underestimate the power of concrete . Another great video guys.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Many thanks 😊

[@davideyres1628]

What a lovely gang of builders with that amount of experience i am sure you are going to end up with a beautiful job As an retired builder in the UK it was wonderful to see the joy on your face at the work done That must of made those men so happy

[@NearbyVeggies]

That’s such a lovely insight from a builder. I have great respect for our builders. 😊

[@sallyfenney429]

❤ Thank you for bringing us up to date! You both looked so happy to be drinking coffee on the veranda again even a half built one!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Every step of Progress is appreciated 😊

[@vivianhagler9584]

Oh my goodness! These builders are amazingly skilled! I sure hope there is a younger generation being trained in this talent. These men are awesome! I would watch them for hours! Congratulations on your dream progressing so nicely!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you so much!

[@essietangle9931]

After your experiences on the rebuild the word veranda will always have a special meaning… Everyone be safe.

[@NearbyVeggies]

It is such a great space. 😊

[@hanspeterfluck4828]

Finally getting to the point of building up, lot better then breaking walls down. Enjoy watching your Videos, guys!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Great to hear. Thank you 🤩

[@Pauline-m9m]

Great video and fantastic progress. The first of many cuppa’s on the new and improved balcony. Pauline, Australia

[@NearbyVeggies]

Yes Thank you!

[@stevejohnstonbaugh9171]

The crew of builders is quite impressive. A blend of ages and experience all working together in a coordinated manner. Their pace is steady and methodical. I admire them. You hired the right contractor. The construction they are doing will last a long long time. 👍😊

[@NearbyVeggies]

We’re really happy 😊

[@debbiemay3265]

Just wonderful videos. Your both sweeties, the builders are very skilled and happy no stress..love it

[@NearbyVeggies]

@debbiemay3265 Thank you 😊

[@stephaniewilson3955]

That is such a hard-working crew!

[@NearbyVeggies]

They sure are 😊

[@christasmicroflowerfarm2695]

You're like a kid on Christmas morning and I'm so very excited for you both. 💚

[@NearbyVeggies]

Ah, thanks

[@hatcherhollerhoodlum4418]

Meraid you nailed it babe!!!I so enjoyed watching this one as well!!! You know there is a difference between contractors and craftsmen these guys are really sumthn to watch..... I think your project is in good hands....NO WORRIES

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you Hatcher, nailed it, love it 😊

[@martenrosing]

Everytime again, i have to smile about the way those workman work. With old pieces of wood and old nails. Nothing is spilled. Very nice! They are real Genius!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Couldn't agree more. 👍

[@rhonaanderson3820]

To see the absolute joy on your face Maraid, was so wonderful. ❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

I really am filled with joy ☺️

[@isabelinhagomes9076]

Your house is becoming awesome. It's nice to see that there are still people who know how to work with stone and able to restore these beautiful buildings. ?Loads of 😘😘😘😘🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 to you and all the people who are working with you. Isabelinha, Lisbon, Portugal

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 🤗

[@Carpe-Diem]

Amazing video! It’s great to see how the teams work and you can see the skills being taught and passed on. Great progress! ❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you 😊

[@sharontibbo2510]

Wow, what a lovely end shot for this video! Meraid, It must have felt like the week leading up to Christmas for you. You looked so happy through this week's filming. So much progress for you and Dan to enjoy. The team of men work hard and so well together, you found a true gem when you found them. I can hardly wait to see next week's vlog. Until then be happy and safe.

[@NearbyVeggies]

We are really pleased and you’re right. It wasn’t until I was making the video that I realised how happy I looked and felt.

[@nanoresmith2697]

Your joy and excitement is precious... like a child in a candy store 🥹 Your patience waiting for everything to come to fruition is now rewarded 💃 Till next time ... 💛

[@NearbyVeggies]

Gosh, thank you ☺️

[@avivat3010]

The build looks amazing so far. It must feel good to get back onto a solid veranda! There is a very big difference each week. As everyone says, the builders you chose are wonderful. It's a pleasure to watch your joy, Meraid and nice to see Dan back with you. You are both so young at heart. It must be all of those veggies you grow and eat that keeps you young! Have a great week and thank you for sharing your beautiful life!

[@NearbyVeggies]

It’s been a great ending to a few weeks of intense work. Thank you we are really delighted 🤩

[@RINAKEYSER]

How refreshing to hear some classical music thrown in Loved it.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 😊

[@bergannon6585]

You really hit the jackpot finding this fantastic team of builders. They are so impressive, working non-stop through the worst conditions. Your joy at seeing it finally beginning to take shape is infectious. Have a lovely weekend. You deserve it ❤. Love from Ireland ❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

Totally exhausted yesterday after making the video and am so happy you felt my joy too. 🤗

[@andie1769]

Oh that was wonderful! Pedro & team are great! Thank you for taking the time to make the video! Cheers!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@roselynwilliams2]

It's getting so close now. The excitement, the anticipation. It's no wonder you get emotional. Your dream has come true. I love it! You both deserve every moment.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you ☺️

[@arlenethomas8920]

Well, I sat here through that whole video with a big smile plastered on my face. Your happiness came through that video and i’ve felt it, I even teared up when you did. I’m so happy for you, you’re so lucky that crew you got they are just great slow and steady gets the job done.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 🤩

[@jessejames5375]

Your builders look extremely competent using the steelwork and formwork. All bespoke to suit. The tube for levelling is genius. Good progress folks. Have a great week😊

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thanks! 👍

[@Tridhos]

Its fantastic to see things going up rather than being taken down.

[@NearbyVeggies]

It really is 😊

[@jeanrichardson2044]

Not easy working conditions, and a lot of manual work but they are making great progress. It looks enormous....

[@NearbyVeggies]

Super workers. 👍

[@judyfudge2458]

I can't tell you how happy and excited I feel for you. Bless your sweet hearts you've been so patient and come so far. Wonderful video !

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@davidfellowes1628]

It is almost as if , up until now, you have been wetting our appetite for the feast to come. I'm still not satiated. Love it.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 🤩

[@TheMaggieMia]

It’s the holidays and you have come down so early in the morning, your parents set up the Christmas tree while you were sleeping. . . Ya, same girl, all eyes bright, ear to ear grin as you check on the house re-building progress. . . I can see that child, still in there, all shining, and in awe of the magic happening right in front of your eyes.

[@NearbyVeggies]

So true! 🤗

[@egrainger48]

LOVE to see you so happy! So very pleased for you as you make this dream a reality.😍

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you

[@brendaharrisArt]

That was so satisfying to see you both back up on the veranda havin a cuppa - well done for keeping us entertained.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you ☺️

[@farmyourbackyard2023]

What an amazing upgrade! The view is going to be fantastic. I bet the first coffee on the veranda was super special.

[@NearbyVeggies]

It was ☕️ 😊

[@mesutozsen903]

Eline emeğine sağlık bu güzel vlog ve video için kolay gelsin hayirli işler bol bereketli kazançların olsun 👍👍👍👍

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you ☺️

[@user-hd2mt9xh2p]

Great teamwork they are amazing and the rain doesn't stop them How lovely to sit on your new veranda 👏

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thanks so much 😊

[@annaburke5781]

such a good week.lots lovely smiling faces. young man doing a great job. thank you for sharing bless

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you too

[@ademariojunior]

I discovered that you can accelerate videos on KZbin! I did not want to lose anything although it was so long and then... magic! I saw everything twice as fast. And I learned so much! Thank you! I love the building work. I am looking forward to seeing your house ready to accommodate people inside. The crew is fantastic!

[@louiseswart1315]

It's so good to see you giddy with happiness! You have worked so hard and waited so long for this.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you so much!😊

[@carnivorecampers]

I find it astounding how fast that crew works! Every week, there are such radical changes. I'm so impressed with them ❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

We totally agree!

[@user-ih7zg4tf1w]

Lovely to see you together on your new veranda. You are a great couple! You have the best builders; Hassan has the best teachers and is working hard. Great music. I recognized (after about 30 min. video), the music from the champagne moment at Formula 1. With kind regards (from the Netherlands).

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you so much!

[@sammie44]

You’ve got a great team of workers! 🌟 Thanks for the update! 😊 🌷Sam and Pedro 🇨🇦

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 😊

[@kdclothes]

I was mesmerized by all the activity and how quickly these men are working. The level of professionalism is amazing. So glad you were able to be on that veranda again. It is really taking shape now. Excited for you both. love from Italy

[@NearbyVeggies]

We agree!

[@Coyotehello]

Oh, big BIG moments! It is fascinating to see how they work. Congratulations for the first coffee on the new patio.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@patriciathorp4911]

Love the ariel shots. They give an excellent view of the layout of your garden and highlight the brilliant work you've done. It's delightful to watch how happy you are with your new veranda. 💚

[@NearbyVeggies]

So nice of you. Thank you 😊

[@HeloisaVidigal]

Que alegria! The varanda is back!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Yay 😃

[@jaydegier3892]

Well what an episode that was, loved and felt with you Meraid. Your emotions and happiness at the process of the building finally happening. And what a team of builders you have. Coen and I had our doubts at the beginning, but they are amazing and also a joy to watch. It was a pity that Dan wasn't with you for the big event, but the progress that he would have seen when he returned home would have certainly impressed him. Thank you again for sharing, we love following g your journey. Coen and Jay

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thanks a lot for this. It means a lot

[@jaydegier3892]

Looking forward so much for the next eposode@@NearbyVeggies

[@paulettebarber7219]

I love watching the work be done. I’d have a hard time not being there all day! I think I’d be having a good cry at seeing the building actually being started now. You must be so happy and excited ❤❤❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

We are very happy 😊

[@goodnows4]

Awesome progess! We are overjoyed for you and Dan!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 😊

[@gracedossantos2136]

I'm so happy for you. I had tears of joy.🎉

[@NearbyVeggies]

Oh, wow ☺️

[@coralgledhill64]

Wow! It’s looking SO good! Well done team 🤗

[@NearbyVeggies]

Yay, thank you!

[@clionamm]

I knew I shouldn't have started watching this morning (but couldn't resist!) as I now have to pause it and rush out the door a bit late! I happen to pause at 22:36, what a lovely shot of the young guy watching (with what looks like admiration) the older men lifting one of the rebar forms. Can't wait till this evening to get back to watching. Thanks for sharing your journey, really enjoying it. 🙂 Back for the second half. Your new veranda will be fabulous! Is already even! Loved watching it all come about. I'd be emotional too...it's been a fair wait for you to be able to start. All the more exciting now that it has. Yay!

[@NearbyVeggies]

I was wondering if you managed to watch the second half. Now I know. Thanks so much 😊

[@iniabellepaz445]

Hi Meraid, you did a wonderful job with this video, it’s so exciting seeing all the progress! The veranda looks wonderful! We feel your excitement and all this work is so worth it! It great for Dan too, when he is away to see everything that was done! Continue success! Stay well

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate that. 😊

[@philippesouris9435]

Wahnsinn ! Mega Projekt, alles gut !😁

[@NearbyVeggies]

👍

[@lizwilson6633]

Amazing, they are so clever. Oh you must be so excited. Loved seeing you sitting on your balcony at the end xxx

[@NearbyVeggies]

It felt great 😊

[@user-bm9gu1yg6x]

S0 excited to see the progress on the building works

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you

[@davidwilson1043]

Huge leap forward, walls stabilised , new floor added, why shouldn't you be emotional, well done.

[@NearbyVeggies]

It’s such a great change.

[@Leed216]

Your smile says it all.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you ☺️

[@maudeestrella8196]

Wonderful progress. Your ear to ear smile says it all. 🇨🇦❤️🇨🇦

[@NearbyVeggies]

😊 thank you

[@deborahberkey4294]

I enjoy watching this construction team. They seem very knowledgeable and competent in their work. What a nice group of guys. The house is going to look great. Also looking forward to seeing the gardens bloom. ✌🏻❤️🙏🏻

[@NearbyVeggies]

Yes they are 😊

[@ruthannleder4783]

How exciting. Going up fast. It’s going to be beautiful.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Can't wait!

[@crivensro]

Wow! A ton of progress! Thank you for sharing your adventures with us! The guys are incredible and I can feel the positive mood they share working so hard! I can't wait to see the next progress! Vive samedi prochain!

[@NearbyVeggies]

We agree!

[@heatherlee1128]

Wow it's starting to look great ❤❤❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

We think so too.

[@JayDee-ck4op]

Nice to see your veranda is making a come Mr & Mrs Veggie 🤠🤠

[@NearbyVeggies]

It’s certainly going in the right direction 🤠🤠

[@Greta-v2e]

muito bem, voce fala Portugues agora ? 😊 I studied the language decades ago, out of fun, in MIlan Italy, but I studied the Brasilian version, the only school of Portugues in MIlan at that time. Lots of fun. Our teacher told us to read a book by George Amado, Os Pastores da Noite ... I traveled to Brasil and went to see the Pelourinho (mentioned in the book), stayed at the Hotel do Carmo, former convent, saw a Capoeira, bought an LP of Jair Rodriguez that had a song I loved so much ... had a great week there. Love to watch yr videos, you're a couple who traveled a lot, that's how you have an open mind - and that house is going to be fabulous 😃

[@NearbyVeggies]

Muito obrigada 🤩

[@offgridwanabe]

Now that veranda will be there for a long time. Nice to see workmen at their craft which is still quite like it was years ago except for the pump truck which really just makes it easier. Miles of smiles

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 😊

[@tildars]

Coming along nicely 👌👍❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thanks 👍

[@janmccann8081]

This is very exciting, and of course you'll be emotional! Very many thanks for sharing your adventure. Greetings from beside the sea in Devon. Raining here too!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you

[@AntoniEmanuel7328]

Very experienced crew you have there, I’m guessing many decades of experience between them. Hassan has to think double hard because of the language barrier but the guys seem to be good to him. Lindo video Meraid, Obrigado

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you. Hassan is learning fast 🤗

[@marcie685]

Wonderful progress and great building team it seems they sure get things done which must be a relief for you both . I could watch a whole hour of your vlogs .🇦🇺🙋‍♀️

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thanks 👍

[@elsafischer3247]

You have a fantastic group of builders. How lucky you both are

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thanks

[@dallascumming8750]

What a lot of work! It was awesome to see the process of it all. That is an amazing group of workers as well. You must be incredibly happy with it! 😀

[@NearbyVeggies]

Yes we are 👍

[@stevehelliwell9101]

I'm going to be late for the rugby but cannot turn it off. Saturday mornings are giving me butterfly's but it is essential viewing. Fantastic. By the way Mairead, perhaps you should review your camera angles when climbing ladders and scaffolding Ha Ha. "I don't want the get emotional", well niether do I, but I am. Keep up the good work.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Yes, I need to do better at the climbing up ladders with camera equipment 🤣 I hope you made it to the rugby on time 😊

[@stevehelliwell9101]

Yes I did, and what a weekend of rugby it was. Thanks. @@NearbyVeggies

[@vivalaleta]

We recall how much you enjoyed the old veranda. I'm glad they're rebuilding it first. You know how you begin to criticize and then you interject that maybe you don't have enough information? That makes you a very wise and good person, Meraid.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 😊

[@jackiegammon6854]

I am so surprised at how much work is done the old fashioned way, "by hand". I can't seem to think that here in the US so much of that would have been prefabbed or ready made. I am enjoying the process, you were certainly blessed to find such skilled builders. Thank you for sharing your excitement with us!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 🤩

[@debgrouette6885]

WOW!😯what a job!! ...and in the rain!...well done!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Absolutely

[@vivalaleta]

Exciting times! How wonderful now to recreate what was there but better.

[@NearbyVeggies]

A little bit bigger too. 😊

[@AntonioLourencoAntunes]

Hello your comments remind me of fantastic David Attenborough .. very impressive the way you show the progresse made ... you and the people working on that project should be proud for the work done so far ... congrats

[@NearbyVeggies]

Wow, thank you!

[@carolkar5687]

It is so exciting to see the progress. The crew are such hard workers.

[@NearbyVeggies]

The crew are excellent 👍

[@charlenequinilty7252]

What seems to be utter confusion is really well planned and organized. Excited for y’all.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 😊

[@libreriapapiros4771]

Hello, good afternoon. It's a pleasure to see how these people work. I send you a hug and keep uploading videos. See you later !🙂

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you

[@andypayne1571]

Amazing to catch up and see the big jump forwards. Watching the lad lifting the blocks on the wooden gadget and then lifting the buckets of concrete up to over head high it dawned on me he won't have to pay out for a gym membership with his job.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Absolutely

[@Nulife23]

Such hard workers! It's so interesting to see how it's done! You will have a beautiful home!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you so much 😊

[@ninemoonplanet]

You could bring a potted plant up for decoration on the new(ish) veranda. 🍀🏵️ Just kidding. I am like you, don't really like cement, but it's something they can hide later. It's coming along, starting to see a plan coming together. Yay for rain on the garden and trees. Saves one chore not necessary. That view is spectacular.🤩

[@NearbyVeggies]

If it hadn’t been so windy I might have done just that. My plants are itching to get back to their home 😂

[@karinvantoor1398]

Congratulations! What a change since I’ve been at your place. It’s great to see your happy faces!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thanks Karin 😊

[@andymacdonald30]

Out of the chaos , Order will be resumed . Eventually LOL .Going well so far tho

[@NearbyVeggies]

It is indeed

[@grotevijver]

How does that "water level" thingy with the tube actually work? And I'm amazed at the skills of these builders. It looks like they're "manana manana", but they actually work quite fast...they look so chill and relaxed! Awesome job again, Dan & Meraid!

[@NearbyVeggies]

The principal with the water level is that Water will always find its own level. If you place a mark on a wall where you need to measure everything to. Then, one person stays with the mark and the other goes to the next point to place another reference point. When the person at the first mark has the water level with the mark, they call it out and the other person makes a line which is equal to the first. It works in places you can’t easily use a lazer lever or a spirit level such as around corners and through walls. I’m not sure if this is a good explanation but my dad taught it to me when I was a child and I was delighted to see it being used here too. It’s been a while since I made this video and now I’m hoping that this question is not about the little siphon that I made to drain the water from under the veranda. If so let me know 😊

[@dingc.velasco6038]

What a beautiful build. When its done, your casita will be more grand than it was before. While at it, don't forget to integrate solar power energy while building. Solar is more efficient than it was there when 95% of the time is sunny.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you

[@42apprentice]

Wonderful progress, good to see you at the putting back stage after all the ripping out. x

[@NearbyVeggies]

It really is!

[@igneousidol]

what a great crew of workers for working in the rain

[@NearbyVeggies]

👍

[@arjanvogel6444]

Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you guys, good work guys and crew, beautiful view from your new teras.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Our pleasure!

[@armandodesousa6375]

Impressive house re-construction! I was worried that less of the original structure would be salvageable-what do I know? If you have any wall that needs to be re-placed, with such stunning views, you might concider glass walls. They seem like good workers. Até já.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 😊

[@Skattie]

So happy for you❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you 😊

[@HowardRice]

Great video. Very good filming and editing of the different stages and building techniques. This made it very interesting to watch.

[@NearbyVeggies]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you 😊

[@suzilouden5964]

Huge progress - bravo to all. Dad must have been thrilled when he got back from work. Your excitement is quite contageous. Until next week, please take care....❤❤❤

[@NearbyVeggies]

Dan and dad ☺️

[@suzilouden5964]

@@NearbyVeggies Freudian slip....😁

[@NearbyVeggies]

@suzilouden5964 🤣

[@user-hl8lp7bb4x]

It didn't register til the end of your vlog, that the thumbnail is of you two sitting on the new veranda - Yay!

[@NearbyVeggies]

Such a great moment 👍

[@ricardorodrigues6543]

Congratulations! Your land it's becoming even more beautiful

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you

[@asgeirandersen]

Well I was imagine less concret but the result will be the same. I think the wooden structure comes at last. You made me cry Harriet when you said that with emotional . good job I enjoyed

[@NearbyVeggies]

Thank you