Solo Female Self Built Ford Transit Van Tour (IT HAS EVERYTHING)

[@jr.6199]

Kudos to the interviewer who understands when you have a smart articulate creative and focused person in front of the lens, just let them demonstrate their intellect. 👍👍

[@maikarma1689]

100%

[@sicchuckie]

Wow, she has her van together!

[@paulhoneyman6923]

Totally one of the best van builds I've ever seen.

[@isaacturnerit]

She did great!!

[@peaceoutlisar9500]

I think so too, Paul. I think Isaac did a great job of filming as well. I think one of my favorites he has done.

[@paulhoneyman6923]

@@peaceoutlisar9500 Lisa, I have no doubts about the filming when Isaac does a tour of someone's builds. His filming and photography is AWESOME.

[@peaceoutlisar9500]

@@paulhoneyman6923 agreed. They just get better and better on touring busses and vans.

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@jennyargyropoulou4911]

This is the closest build to what I would want in a van that I have seen! This is brilliant!

[@ElizabethB-p9j]

It's wonderful to hear of a pharmacist living the van life! I'm also so impressed that you're keeping yourself safe in these times! Way to go!

[@shavaunaronan3188]

Considering there are no windows and stealth, it is a Wow build for sure. That pantry is incredible! I also love the mirrors on the sliding van door and the outside sitting area. It's pretty incredible what Lauren has does, love it!

[@Susan-md6nd]

I seen windows?

[@jenniferd264]

Ya know, I’ve been admiring this beautiful Van and never even noticed the lack of windows! There’s the back windows but still! I hope She gets on YT soon! She looks a lot like a younger me lol 😂 I’m 60!

[@MauiKeiki22]

Great build but l need to see the outside world. And more air circulation. Pantry is amazing.

[@BlvckHouzWyf_Inc]

I LOOOVVEE SEEING WOMEN DO THINGS LIKE THIS!! So empowering ❤🤩!!!

[@margaretlee-reed814]

Nice job. .Because it's also your transportation the "remodel" costs practically pays for itself after ~2 years. (After ~4 years break even or better on what rent/transportation would have been.) Can't go wrong. Even if changing your mind after saving money ... you still have an RV type vehicle to travel & vacation in. And, PAID for. Plus super fancy on the inside. Love your color pallette. Very beautiful.

[@lorrainekelleher6937]

She did a great job on her build. It has everything she needs. Thanks for the video Isaac.

[@isaacturnerit]

Thank you for watching! She did amazing!!

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you! 😊

[@Kelly_Ben]

Amazing woman, amazing van. The design is spacious and elegant. This is the first time I've seen van life being used in conjunction with a career, as an actual viable alternative to renting/ owning! I assumed that she was a rock climber until I saw her nails! 😆 I truly appreciated her openness about Crohns. Best wishes for continued vanlife happiness!

[@nyccollin]

Really? Seems like every other van lifer is a photographer or does some kind of work from the road.

[@vp_alternative_living5672]

@@nyccollinI think he means having a normal job that you have to go to and not be able to work remote

[@vp_alternative_living5672]

I appreciated this van build because I am a full time van lifer with a career working in the corporate office for a major company and my goal is to have a van like this. I’m doing ok with my van but I can’t cook like I want to. I eat out too much now and spend too much money on fast food. I can’t wait to get me a bigger vehicle and do something similar to what she did

[@Paul-uw5hh]

I don't see the point living in a van and having a normal job. $60.000 would have paid the rent for decades. Or the mortgage. Just a thought.

[@LoveYourself-py7um]

@@Paul-uw5hhWell not in South California. $60000 will last her two years top. She owned her home and when in Vacation can go anywhere and still at home.

[@istvanbally2817]

What a mega design / build! She's clearly a rockstar builder. I'm floored. Wow.

[@StellatheVan]

Wow thank you so much! 💙

[@OrbitStephanie]

I have a Class B but if I EVER decide to build then yours is now me biggest inspiration. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@abetty9636]

Brilliant van conversion. One of the best I’ve seen! Particularly love the pull out garage table and benches. Beautifully designed, all of it. 😊

[@dkh3915]

Great build, appreciated the thought to detail; also appreciated Lauren’s candor and openness about her life. I’m a retired pharmacist, and love that a full time van dweller can do so with a professional career

[@sweater0115]

Finally someone else had the idea of extending the bed on the counter! That is exactly why I've always wanted an elevated seating area to convert because you can get a huge bed without compromising space. Love it!

[@zerotoleranceforsataniceli4794]

I'm nicely surprised at how great it is inside without windows - I imagined it would be claustrophobic but the colour & design & mirrors give it a great feel. The plus side is also feeling secure when you close down & lock up at night. Good job 👍

[@janthistleinthewind7486]

Wow!!! What a beauty!!! Stella & Lauren!! Great interview, I love how she let us in on all the ways she saved $, how she's living her best life even with her health condition. ....just loved everything about this girl and her van!!

[@barbwatkins3676]

Pretty, practical and a great feeling of spaciousness. The pressed tin ceiling is a brilliant touch. Congratulations on a fantastic build.

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 💙

[@blackdog850]

@@StellatheVan I'm really impressed with the thought put into the build. Just brilliant choices made on every detail. The thought behind the power system is engineer quality! My FAVORITE van build, hands down! Best wishes on your future happiness!!! If the van is any indicator...good Lord, your gonna ROCK!!!

[@cheriluzvillanueva]

She is phenomenal! Such a creative and passion driven soul! It takes a lot of work to materialize one's dream of a desired life inspite of medical problems, yet she did it for herself by herself with her creativity and hard work. Everyone should support individuals like her trying to make it, she is not just a dreamer but a doer. That takes a lot of balls and real grit.

[@tedhaze1]

It certainly wasn't surprising to hear that she was a pharmacist seeing as how well-spoken and very smart she presents herself that was a very good video just because of how well she talked about everything that she did I'm certain that if that woman had her own channel she would be super successful

[@twohandsandaradio]

Nope...disagree. All the uptalk makes her sound silly, annoying and a lot less intelligent.

[@tedhaze1]

@@twohandsandaradio thankfully that's your opinion not mine

[@iamyanez6553]

I hope you don't mind I added this video to my play list, this is the BEST VAN EVER, very well thought out design in every way. I will need to see it as many times. Thank you

[@bee-anca236]

Wow she’s beautiful, smart, a professional and handy?! Get it girl!

[@beachbum200009]

Lauren....Very clean design. Love how you thought outside the box with tin ceiling and pull out seating and table out the garage area. The whole van is lovely and functional. Lauren you hit this out of the park!!

[@makeuprn]

You’ve utilized more space then some tiny homes I’ve seen! Beautiful and so well thought out! Best van by far!

[@wandae9906]

Beautiful build - bless her heart!! ❤ Crohns Disease is no joke...had a co-worker who died from it. Will keep her in my 🙏

[@isaacturnerit]

❤

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 💙

[@wandae9906]

@user-wh5ir4fo4r TY ❤

[@justinowens2465]

What an impressive lady. Will definitely check her out further. This is how a lot of young people will need to approach life going forward. She has very low expenses with a high paying job. She’ll have her student loans paid off in no time, and by the time she is tired of the van life she will have a nice amount of money saved up with no debt.

[@elizabethrichardson1634]

I absolutely love this van build. Out of all the van tours I’ve ever watched this is probably my favorite!!

[@gigihalstead4074]

Wow! Beautiful van, what a great job done by this young lady. Her planning and attention to detail really show in this van tour video. Happy and safe travels

[@isaacturnerit]

She did great!!

[@StellatheVan]

Wow thank you so much! 💙

[@Google_Does_Evil_Now]

@@StellatheVan super stylish build. Looks amazing. Very high level of finish. I really like bigger bed idea, the outside seating, that fabulous full kitchen, and the rotating chair. Great ideas.

[@cassiemitchell1046]

I think “Stella” is the best conversion I’ve seen on KZbin. Amazballs 😂😍😍😍😘

[@whatimhearingusayis9379]

I find that installing quality materials internally helps with long term durability. It takes time to learn what these are, it takes discernment. There are manufacturers that want you to use their products that don’t function well and don’t fit well or last, then you have to keep coming back to them with the problems you encounter with regular use. I am talking about ibd and colitis. Good luck to everyone with their new build.

[@lukekao8136]

Thank you for the wonderful tour, Loren, your van is fantastic. You did a great job on stella!

[@stephaniesturgeon5591]

I like the U shape table/couch ! Such good ideas she had! Awesome, love the tin ceiling, closet,bath, sliding door with mirror, the pantry door, & the the boat hatch window on ceiling, love that!👍✌️

[@mycroft16]

Seen a lot of van builds on videos... yours is really the first I've seen that feels like a home... instead of just a van they live in. You thought of a lot of really nice little details. Love the swivel chair and desk idea.

[@dawnsmith4275]

Phenomenal build!!! I love every feature! The sliding door on the side is genius, and the bed-raised dinette with drawers under is brilliant. And that ceiling!! It's the most beautiful one I've ever seen. Safe travels 😄

[@ireallydontthinkso]

Great job, lovely van and what an accomplishment! and she is great, not letting any health issues stop her from doing what she wants to do - Lauren gave great advice as well. Loved this one thanks.

[@MelissaMalzahn]

She is beautiful, lady and her home is absolutely gorgeous. OMG love everything but the back picnic area she built is fantastic. She has so much in such a small area. Love the ceiling too.

[@isaacturnerit]

She did amazing!

[@StellatheVan]

Wow thank you so much! 💙

[@lindatemple5454]

Wow that is probably one of the nicest and organised van builds I have seen, so well thought out, love the reflective tin ceiling.

[@StellatheVan]

Wow thank you so much! 💙

[@2sweetcaroline]

This is one of the most beautiful van builds I have seen.

[@arthena2130]

Probably the best van I have seen so far. Can truly tell that she planned it and wanted to live there.

[@D_Cali_Life]

2012: I was a 21 yr old living in a New Van. Saving up Money for Business Ideas $$$ People called me Homeless and a Creep 😢 2022: Attractive Girls living in Vans They call them “Influencers & Entrepreneurs” 😂 Never too late to jump on the train. Follow your dreams and Work to Live Don’t Live to Work. This Build was awesome .

[@samanthad2147]

Wow one of the BEST van design I’ve seen so far. Well done! So comfy looking

[@B-squiggy]

I agree with the comments! I've watched close to 100 KZbin vids on these van builds and this is the one I am going to go with! thanks heaps!

[@sebastianbache8862]

I watch a lot of these van conversion channels yours by far are some of the most innovative ideas I’ve seen. The layout is wonderful, the bed is the perfect height because I don’t want to be squashed to get in or out, the storage spaces are wonderful. Good job and a happy van life future with Stella!

[@niksgee]

Wow, damn, I watched this all the way through. You were saying how you were a pharmacist, wow what a girl I thought then you said you had chrones disease, my daughter has that. I think you are amazing. Go you.

[@bre6308]

This one is perfect and exactly how i wanted mine but didnt know how to execute so now im more confident to start 🥺🥰 thanks lauren!!

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 💙 so happy to hear that!

[@cal9943]

Truly the best I've ever seen so far and I love your explanation and your details that everything you're truly a leader

[@peachpollen]

This is the closest build that I believe would completely suit me.. that I’ve ever seen! Awesome job!

[@tine8849]

4:53 I always say this. I don't cook much in my van but when I do I have tons of leftovers and reheating stuff on a stovetop isn't fun.

[@brandonrussell2320]

Really cool how much thought and planning went into this Van build. It's very aesthetically pleasing and functional.

[@justinh1642]

One of the best I've seen. Good Job!

[@ritah.6752]

Beautiful van! The tin ceiling is what I am planning to use in my build as well! Seeing this confirms it for me!

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! I absolutely fell in love with the tin ceiling when I put it in, so happy you like it too! 💙

[@chrisneal3909]

Great video. Nice to see a van lifer who works full time with life's problems. I'm a full time travel therapist licensed in more than one state. That info at the end helped me and I'm sure others with a med condition who want to van life but are hesitant because if it. This has helped me to make the decision to go for it. Stay great and Thank you.

[@Bozthecat]

This was a great episode. She is very impressive and her build is amazing.

[@michaelwilliams5234]

Thanks for sharing your home Loren. It’s spectacular! Wishing you all the best in life! Greetings from the PNW.

[@cedroq2966]

What an amazing build. This is the first time I’m stumped on what would I change. It’s perfect for what I’m looking for

[@maryannebrocato715]

Awesome van tour, especially from a single female perspective. Very encouraging!

[@jessicahickey4527]

I love the color scheme and the ceiling. Never seen a similar build. So pretty and unique

[@ivanmendez8136]

@jessicahickey4527 hola 👋

[@gwencourtemanche5493]

Impressed with the thin hot plate you can tuck away in drawer❤

[@kevinw1129]

Wow Lauren, One of the best thought-out van builds I’ve ever seen and way better than many professional van builders. And the way you combine van living with your pharmacy career. Super impressive. Go girl! 👏👏👏👏

[@shaunhall960]

What a great idea with the mirrors. This is by far the best design I've seen in terms of open space. In van life this is something that needs to be addressed more.

[@cindypollard7972]

Beautiful. Well organized. Thrifty. Efficient. Wow! Everything you need is here.

[@sherriloyd9674]

Loved your story❤ and sharing your struggles as well. One reason I am thinking about something like this or small RV or small trailer is because I have urinary anxiety and need a bathroom close by but I want to travel and see all the wonders. I have about 4 years left to work at a Psych tech and then plan on retiring full time. ❤ This is when I want to make some of this happen so I am watching a lot of KZbin videos. Cheers

[@georgiapeach7832]

Love the beautiful tin ceiling. This van was really a lovely setup. The kitchen is great! Nice home!

[@isaacturnerit]

She did a good job

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 💙

[@Scrambler85]

I'm impressed with her design and layout, plus the use of space. She has a great spirit. This is definitely a thumbs up for the video and a great tour. 👍

[@rsprockets7846]

QAND THE VAN IS BITCHIN TOO

[@stevepowell-thomas5918]

Hi Lauren how are you doing thanks for sharing video your van is amazing well done 👍😀look forward to your next video take care

[@cindygray4533]

Wow! One of the best I've seen builds, inside and outside. 🎊🎉🙀

[@isaacturnerit]

Yeah she did great!!

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 💙

[@davep6977]

@@StellatheVan Have any van build vid's ?

[@navyjones4472]

This is definitely the best van build I’ve seen that’s actually built the way I want it.

[@ginasmitasin479]

Thank you for sharing about your Crohn’s disease, it really can limit how people live their lives and it looks like you’ve found a work around. Beautiful build!

[@davidj.jorgensen4828]

Just NOW seeing this build video…. She has done a wonderful job on here little stealth mobile house 🖖🏻

[@bigmamankc6101]

I love the ceiling tin and hopefully you’ll consider it for the big bus build. I believe it can answer the lighting problem on videos and photography

[@isaacturnerit]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@chasgs]

those original tin ceiling tiles are available for sale in a lot at wrecking yards where it is reclaimed off of old buildings they teardown

[@bigmamankc6101]

@@chasgs My house is 120 years old and I have those in several rooms

[@chasgs]

@@bigmamankc6101 they also make plastic reproductions

[@cynthiamack5675]

Hi Lauren your van is amazing! I love the tile, the white cabinets and your large swivel table. Where did you get the table from please? I'd like to add it to my RV😊

[@bigmamankc6101]

Very well thought out,she has it all going on ‼️Great set up Sis. I love her just do it attitude. Another great video Ike😊❌⭕️❌⭕️❌

[@isaacturnerit]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 💙

[@BURRITO44]

Amazing !!! Awesome tour. She has major skills and is gorgeous. Be safe and enjoy !!

[@LeaveHerWild]

Love this build!💗

[@isaacturnerit]

She did amazing babe!

[@Leftiesarelosingit]

Just when i think ive found the best i gind another haha. What a brilliant and beautiful lady

[@amberm3193]

Love this video saving it to my list. Her layout is about 85% of the layout plan I have for my van build. Not to many u shape Van builds out there. That was one of the things I was looking forward to in a build you were thinking about for a short bus before your situation changed. Thanks for sharing this video. Hope your having a good day!

[@isaacturnerit]

Thank you for watching

[@amberm3193]

Your welcome! ❤️

[@amberm3193]

@@isaacturnerit your welcome!❤️

[@Mamaandherpupas_travel_Aus]

OMG ! Yup one of the best builds I’ve ever seen. Well done Lauren.

[@guitarmissy329]

I was blown away by this build. Very good vid Isaac.

[@isaacturnerit]

She did great!!

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@tarawilkerson8865]

This is my favorite one I love how she went into detail of her career and living arrangements ❤

[@pjg9267]

Lauren and Stella the van are stunning!

[@isaacturnerit]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you! 💙

[@normavillanuevamendoza2801]

Ok…this is by far the best van I have seen…I’m in love with it all…she did well designing it! Good job Lauren 👍🏼💪🏼💕💕💕 just the layout and color scheme..so nice, clean with no clutter like I’ve seen with other vans with the whole bed exposed…again, the best I’ve seen 🙌🏼💕💕💕

[@sarahjones6342]

Wow she did a fantastic job building her van.Great video Issac as always🤗❤🙏

[@isaacturnerit]

🙏❤️

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you! 😊

[@leleharris7955]

Congratulations, well done & enjoy. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💯💯💯

[@mcm5409]

Outstanding build; Gotta give it to this young lady.👈😎👍

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 💙

[@Butterflies.and.Tulips]

The most beautiful van I’ve seen!

[@ChibiChula]

Wow... Practically perfect! 😍 I love almost everything about it including the color scheme (which doesn't happen often) so I am extremely impressed that it's a DIY build. That was a great tour, thanks for sharing. You've earned a sub! 👍

[@lisalee1111]

Awesome! The #1 MOST BEAUTIFUL 😍 van build I've EVER ❤️ SEEN! Well done! 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@kelliephoenix]

Beautiful plus an excellent lay out and build! Definitely took notes! 👏🙂

[@astridtaw3947]

Impressive, that you built the inside by yourself. I like the layout in the van and I think you chose fantastic colors. Thanks for sharing and I wish you a beautiful and safe time in your van.

[@lindacampbell9174]

I've see a million van conversion videos, but this one takes the cake! It has absolutely everything I would need to be comfortable. My husband and I are retired. We wanted to be able to travel all around the country in an RV, but we have never done rving. It's quite frightening to lug a big trailer behind a big truck. It looks great for one person, but can two fit comfortably in your van build? Also, what if Iwanted someone to build exactly like your build. Is this possible?

[@skullwan1]

Hands down best build that I have ever seen.

[@gonewiththekale]

Goodness. Yeah, it’s a great build but your filming is amazing. Love to you, Jaylene, and sweet baby💙💞

[@isaacturnerit]

Thanks yo! She crushed it

[@rcheeks8963]

Finally a van to match the one in my head! The seating area/bed being elevated so it can slide out over the counters is something I'd thought of for my future dream van. So good to see it in practice.

[@aldino3024]

Yes i like that too, instead having upper cabinet,

[@jamesorendorff2731]

Good for you!!!❤️ You did a great job...how cool Love Georgia 🎶

[@isaacturnerit]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much!

[@meridethhendry5733]

It’s so beautiful! You have thought of everything and made it beautiful.

[@pattygibson9733]

Love everyone's build and stories!!👌🎥♥️

[@isaacturnerit]

❤❤❤

[@michaelkaine345]

One of the most efficient creative and aesthetically pleasing builds I've seen so far, 👌i love your van, i am inspired by your story. Live every day & thanks for sharing.

[@lesleyhughes3174]

Very awesome build! 🔟/🔟. Like a little studio apartment. ✅ Everything you could ever need in those few feet. ✴ Thank you Laura. Great video Isaac! 💫👍🚐 ☮ ☯️ 👋 💚

[@isaacturnerit]

She did great!!

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you so much! 💙

[@Ry-fw6or]

Impressive Dr. Lauren.

[@suzannedavies2480]

WOW, THIS IS A GORGEOUS VAN!!!!❤❤❤ it looks beautiful and the colours inside and your layout really make it looks attractive and chic! Awesome job on the conversion, I hope you get to enjoy it as you planned! X

[@freedomdove]

Awesome tour, Isaac. Lauren did a great job. Did she make all those cabinets herself? Does she have a home base with a lot of tools available?

[@isaacturnerit]

I’m not sure where she built this at honestly

[@StellatheVan]

Thank you! Yes I did make all the cabinets myself! Everything is plywood, even the drawer/cabinet fronts. Just tried to make it look nicer with lots of paint and wood filler 😂 I don’t have a home base but I keep all my very basic tools either in storage or at my parents house!

[@freedomdove]

@@StellatheVan That's really cool. How did you do the front of the cabinets? Did you use a router for the inset part or are the edges glued onto a plywood panel?

[@davep6977]

@@StellatheVan any build video's?

[@StellatheVan]

@@freedomdove I actually used 1/2” plywood as the base, then cut strips of 1/4” plywood and used wood glue and a nail gun to attach them. Then used wood filler to fill in the holes from the nails and cracks between the strips, and painted over it!