Surprising my Girlfriend with a COMPLETE Office Renovation!

[@Nerdforge]

Not gonna lie, doing this was soul cleansing! If you liked it and you'd like to see a follow up on the desk setup and the rest of the room, leave a like on the video so we can see if it was interesting to you or not! Thank you so much for watching, hope you enjoyed

[@valovanonym]

Hej, you forgot the 'j' in enjoyed ^^

[@jameslennington2207]

I just realized why people got the video early. I wish I could become a patron😂

[@justynauczak2326]

I would love to see More of this office

[@sushimshah2896]

How did you insert the photo of Martina?

[@valovanonym]

@@sushimshah2896 you habe to be a youtube member ti get access to the emotes

[@lepidoptera7856]

Thank you, Papa Nerdforge!

[@mwys92]

Papaforge :D

[@suzanneanderson4631]

🏅Awarded for supporting, encouraging, & being there goes to you!! You are Awesome Papa Nerdforge!! 🏅

[@wikingagresor]

He probably was very proud of his son doing this project as a carpenter himself...

[@lexcain6591]

Heck yes I was so happy to see the dad break! Dad’s are everything

[@eshwar6969]

Papa forge loves mommy forge very much 🥰

[@discogirl2021]

“i’ve never done this before but let’s just try to insert a window” such a beautiful lawful good energy

[@jj.1412]

And if I had view of some beautiful farm feilds with rolled baled hay every season like that I'd want one too ( @ 9:50 ) !

[@rachela2740]

And a father who would allow their son to put a hole in the house! Such an amazing dad to encourage and allow his son to try and learn.

[@georgplaz]

isn't that totally chaotic good? no idea how, not following a predefined process, just winging it? anyhow, nice quote :)

[@fairwitness7473]

Props to Dad for being so super supportive. Great job on the refurbish guys!

[@swirlandtwirl5417]

What language were they talking? Just new here 😅

[@fairwitness7473]

@@swirlandtwirl5417 I believe it's Norwegian. I could be wrong. But that's where they live.

[@InkanSpider]

@@fairwitness7473 You're right, all of them are Norwegians and thus speak Norwegian

[@renz5529]

"And the wall behind you" My stupidass mind: *looks behind me*

[@gwensilver8382]

Sounds like you need more sleep.

[@vadirajrao8742]

🤣🤣🤣

[@crooked7592]

same here

[@ashtoncullinan5586]

I did this and literally spent, I kid you not, ten. Whole. Ass. Fucking. Minutes. Being confused and getting an honest-to-Satan’s-panties migraine.

[@kakyoin7761]

soft boi skkdjfjskss I thought I was the only one

[@isabellealgrin9300]

This is so awesome! And big shoutout to your Dad, the man is incredible to support you through all the stages of your crafting adventures! No wonder you guys can make such amazing things if he motivates you everyday!

[@CoolMaisa]

There is probably nothing in this world you two cannot achieve. So fantastic and handy couple, it makes my heart melt when I look at you and your projects. ❤💕

[@DCamp1271]

The shout-out to your dad (dad's reflection) was just adorable and heart warming. I'm sure he's super proud of everything you've accomplished and he's glad he invested in you both!

[@markbowman1771]

Obviously your Dad has passed on his carpentry skills to you Hansi, looks fantastic and that window made the room so much brighter

[@PG-qn8od]

For some weird reason it's so relaxing to watch other people work on projects

[@realrebelli0n]

Yes you get a sense of achievement without even lifting a finger. Also one almost gets an ASMR when seeing a dynamic process happening in front of you while relaxing.

[@ElanorNarmolanya]

Okay, these people can literally do anything... Painting, carpentry, flooring, miniatures, electrical, sewing, construction... Anything else? So talented!

[@DrErnst]

its called growing up in scandinavia with long winters and a lot of spare time.. Our culture in Sweden, and Norway, Denmark focuses on learning skills, and also on how to be self-reliable, and in some parts of sweden and norway historically other cities where far away so you had to learn to do and fix alot by yourself, and to be resourcefull with the resources we had (which is true everywhere, but in particularly in scandinavia with its long distances - one thing we do have is alot of natural recourses though like metal, timber etc. so that made us excel in engineering and metalurgy) .. Perhaps some of that is passed on to next generation of ipad-watchers we will see if coming generations will be as handy.. But part of Swedish culture is to do it yourself, and the dad will teach the son how to renovate the house alot of the times, I am sure it is similar in Norway - so some part of self reliance is stoll going strong.. /Andreas, Sweden

[@rosscoeism]

I wish insyalling new windows were thay easy in the uk... all i want is to increase the size of one and it involves too much brick etc... but great job hansi looks fantastic love thay shade of green for an office.

[@marytea-lover8269]

Same here in Germany. Many houses are made of brick and I think you have to go to a professional to modify your house, I mean we have to get a permission to build a small shed in the backyard.... So seeing it been done in such a way is pretty cool and it looks really really good. good job Hansi

[@husher5142]

@@marytea-lover8269 for good reason though, for example I do not think these guys installed proper wrap/moisture barriers = big issues few years down the line. And unfortunately it's invisible damage. You wont know it's an issue until its way too late.

[@phangirlable]

Same in Germany. lol But the upside of brick and stone houses is that we can install overhead lighting ourselves and don't pay an electrician for it (I assume it's because in Scandinavian countries most houses are wood houses and there is more of a fire hazard).

[@terrorsoftie9954]

@@phangirlable I think in this case it´s mostly because you need to connect all the square lights to one cable out of the ceiling... so far no problem, but when you do it yourself in Germany and stuff happens, there´s no insurance who will pay your damage because: you didn´t call a sparky (trust me, i am a sparky in Germany :P)

[@phangirlable]

@@terrorsoftie9954 Also sowas wie in dem Video würde ich auch nicht selber machen. Aber die normalen Anschlüsse sind kein Problem, das würde ein Elektriker ja auch nicht anders machen (hab auch diese Quetschlüsterklemmen oder wie die heißen, extrem praktisch :D) und dafür wer weiß was nehmen. Aber meinen Herd mit dem Starkstrom habe ich schon von einem Profi anschließen lassen, damit ist echt nicht zu spaßen.. 😅

[@addieb1314]

This feels like one of those sequences in a show where each character gets an episode from their perspective of that same episode. You guys are so cool and inspiring 💕

[@heidsterzsoups2133]

Y'all are like the cutest couple ever!!!

[@Tierra024]

Omg! It looks beautiful! That window came out amazing. You made rebuilding a room look easy! The projects you two do always inspire me and get my creative mind turning thinking of all the little projects I could create! I cant wait to see the decorating part of the remodeling process. eeeeeee! How exciting!!!!!

[@HunterMayer]

Can take a moment to pump up your sponsor Kiwico and their kiwi crates. I have been filling my kids maker time with these box projects for several years now. They really like them and engage with the hands on projects. They rarely need/want my help anymore, which is sad and proud moments alike. The table was covered with multiple kits this weekend. I can't talk em up enough.

[@mildlycornfield]

I was genuinely so confused at Hansi interviewing Martina with a trowel until I realised the lav mic was clipped onto the end of it 😂

[@fac3th3wolf]

It's a shotgun mic. The whole "trowel" is the mic. The length makes it super-directional which is why it sounds so meaty when she speaks directly into it. Something like this: www.amazon.com/Microphone-Veksun-Interview-Panasonic-Windscreen/dp/B07WND4DB4/ref=sr_1_26

[@nzlemming]

@@fac3th3wolf Nope, it's a lav on the end of a trowel. It's a shout out to Martina's advert segments where she uses a trowel as a hand mic just for fun, because she's already wearing the lav.

[@fac3th3wolf]

@@nzlemmingon second watch, oh you're right! I missed that the first time around for some reason. Sorry

[@jmarshal]

I love how you’re both willing to dive in and figure stuff out, even if you’ve never done it before. Cutting holes in a van, cutting holes in a house...the energy! The sheer chaotic good energy!

[@anthonyadkins7487]

I’ve said it before, she’s adorable. You guys are a cute couple. She deserves your care. Good job man.

[@reanaa]

Love your content Nerdforge! As for the Kiwi Co. STEM kits, my 11 year old daughter has been getting them every month for years and as a result is determined to become an engineer. Highly recommend them.

[@Swanstardesigns]

Oooo, I love a good workspace make-over! Can't wait to see how you finish it off! Awesome work getting the window installed.. "we'll do it outselves" - the words of a true Maker!

[@matildeandersen9201]

This is awesome! The way you wanna do everything yourself even though it is intimidating is really inspiring 🥰 I can't wait to see the finished Office! Maybe one og Martinas paintings from the cabin can go in there to tie it all together 😍🤔

[@somegirl4631]

The amount of adorable-ness ana amazement is just rising up every second in this video.

[@kargandarr]

He forgot to install a header over the window. Without one there, the wall will start to sag and it could break the glass in the window.

[@jeremygourde9880]

I was gonna reply with this as well, there’s no structural integrity to support the outside wall/roof line and transfer that load around the window.

[@strawdog7704]

his dads a pro chippy, the walls are double clad timber inside and out and either side are, right main corner house beam - left floor to ground door frame, normal for a stud wall were you watching the same vid as i was?

[@kargandarr]

@@strawdog7704 Yes, but it still looks wrong with a stud hanging loose in the wall above the window with nothing attached to the lower end of it.

[@cheif10thumbs]

Your father should be proud! You not only started the job, You Finished it! You took on tasks outside your comfort zone and did an excellent job!

[@darkshaed7051]

man, the video editing is as good as the construction and crafts on this channel.

[@Dragonited]

Det ser riktigt flott ut :D Would however like to suggest something about the window you put into the wall. You should have made the opening a bit bigger on top so that you could have placed a header above it and supporting it on the sides with 2x4 to distribute the load from above. If that was on the top floor it might not be as important but considering the diagonal stud that was in the wall was there for a reason there should be some extra structural support to replace that afterwards. It was also hard to see in the video if you used some sort of waterproofing tape under the window. Even if you caulk the window there will always be a risk of water getting in behind it and it's important to stop it from getting inside the wall cavity and can seep out to the outside of the wall might rot. The wood under the window should also have a slight slope outwards to aid any water to run towards the outside.

[@MommyOfZoeAndLiam]

Martin Jonsson what was with the diagonal stud? I actually was wondering if it had come loose and fallen that way.

[@Dragonited]

@@MommyOfZoeAndLiam It's there to prevent racking in very strong winds. It's more common in barns where they do not have inside walls to sturdy up the wall. It's the same principle in free standing shelves that have a diagonal slat on the backside. Greenhouses have the same thing att the corners.

[@Shalow78]

There is indeed a possible problem with roof support as i didnt see any support beams and headers going in and a window frame isnt meant to be used as a support structure like that,

[@brendonsyndennis5371]

Was about to type the same thing. I was yelling this at the screen lol.

[@SlightlyMiscalculated]

Hansi's dad a real OG for letting him do all this. Love the supportive family dynamic.

[@StaleCrayons]

Ooooooh yuuuus I wanna see the rest of the remodel/decorating, too, pleeease! Also, thank you, to papa nerdforge! That window looks amazing!

[@mr.jade4204]

From this dad to your dad... Way to go good Sir! Believing and encouraging our children is so important!

[@garde1257]

Your sound track selection is always INSANE!

[@CottageTales]

Thank you for being a supportive parent, Hansi's dad! You guys are awesome, so glad your family also supports your dream!

[@bestnarryever]

I found your channel last week, I’ve not been here for too long but I’m completely in love with you both and your love for crafting and pretty much being creative. That being said, I started to cry when you stopped the video to talk about the reflection in the mirror. I love it, this has just brought more joy to my experiences while watching you and I will always having him in mind, knowing there’s a happy father on the other side too. 💛 thank you Hansi’s dad!

[@kariserbousek1796]

Love how your families help encourage and support you both.

[@korokshiding]

The level of motivation, energy and positivity you and Martina exude on every video is just...awe-inspiring and infectious. Watching your videos is really making me consider quitting my office job to get back to my artwork and really taking the time to get good at it. By NOT doing it, my old skills are slipping away and the longer I don't do it, the harder it will be to return to. Thank you for demonstrating that you can't get the things you want done without a hell of a lot of dedication and hard work.

[@stephaniewegener7167]

kiwico is a great product - we live in Australia and my son - who is now 6 has been getting these as a gift from my MIL since he was 4. he now reads the instructions and does them himself and loves them.

[@lmnopopsicle]

yall are one of the few channels i actually watch the ads for because i genuinely lob you gais

[@bubbysbub]

Some people have videos on room renos that are a lick of paint and lots of decorations. Nerdforge? Builds new walls, floors, CEILING, NEW WINDOWS, flippin' rebuilds a room. Awesome. Really well done, good on you, guys! Also: ALL the kudos for Nerdforge Dad!! What a champ!

[@adamcasamento4176]

It's not fair that two people have so much skill in everything they do.

[@mgallgood]

Props to dad for his support! Dads are great!

[@lexisl3231]

Where do I order a boyfriend like this?

[@heatherdee8043]

I know we normally see mostly Martina, but I have to say you are the most adorable and endearing creature I have ever seen. Your relationship is peak wholesome and must be protected at all costs. 💕

[@jaicymelisse5532]

Thank you Papa Nerdforge! I enjoy watching your boy and his girl use their creativity and live their best lives!

[@ajackson5955]

Thank you, Papaforge for being indulgent! We’re all very grateful.

[@lucisresistisrex9783]

You guys are a realy cute and very creative couple! I'm so glad i found you! Your videos are always entertaining. My wife and i love them all! Beside your quality, your friendly and kind personality are the main reason of your success. The million followers are just a question of time! Be yourself and you two are going to have a great future! XOXO from Germany;)

[@stevelapierre4776]

HANS YOU ARE AN AMAZING GUY TO DO THIS FOR BOTH OF YOU AND YOUR FATHER SAYING YES AND HELPING... GREAT JOB... LOVE IT...

[@1UkuleleDude]

Great job! Kudos for creating the surprise! And the support of family is so important. Love you guys!

[@stephanieruggles7783]

What a nice surprise for Martina. It is astonishing how the second window transforms the room with the additional daylight. That was exactly what I would have done too. Cant wait to see how this beautiful room will look with furniture and decorations.

[@craigr13666]

I have just run across your channel today, and I love it!! I've been binging for the last couple of hours. You guys are awesome!!

[@jesjester8727]

I came her because I found Martinas painting This space in your childhood is a beautiful dedication!

[@jay_randall]

Omggg this is amazingg!!! Can't wait for the interior!! Great job guys!!!!

[@garryhurley7615]

Just some advice. I hate direct lighting for most situations. It is annoying in a home office. I have to replace them, but the LED strip lighting you use on some of your builds makes a great perimeter lighting system. I used white plastic J-channel (for vinyl siding) around the edges of my ceiling to hold the strips. I covered the flange of the J-channel with a piece of baseboard. Since you did a drop ceiling, you can slide that flange up under the L-track to pinch it between the wall and the track. That white J-channel softens and disperses the lighting to give you a perimeter light that lights up the space without a huge glare anywhere in the room.

[@Mompare]

First watching her being away on a cabin being all so productive, then watching straight after this, seeing him being also very productive and surprising her... whole awesomeness

[@oldladyfarmer7211]

I am subscribed to nearly hundreds of channels but this is surely my favorite. Thank you for sharing! (Congratulations to Dad for his support - he knew a good thing when he saw it !!! )

[@nuggitsart2759]

I’ve seen your channel floating around and I decided I’d check it out... I’m glad I did it’s given me so much enjoyment and inspiration... I subscribed today! Keep up the great work!

[@robertkiss6421]

As an architect, I feel like I have to point out that because you didnt install a window lintel or header in your framed window opening, theres a chance that over time, the opening could sag and crack your window glass, especially under those heavy Norwegian snow loads.

[@lissbelfort7728]

yay to Dadforge!!! this turned out amazing

[@ladykaeproductions147]

VERY nice! My mom did a whole kitchen by herself once, so I've always loved projects like this! And Martina's reaction!!! 💖💖💖 Beautiful job

[@bradleylovej]

I like when Hanz is in the videos. He just seems chill and wholesome af

[@kakyoin7761]

When he said “the wall behind you” I literally turned around lmao I should go to sleep

[@RaccoonCityGirl]

This is the best "surprising my gf" video I've seen so far...

[@lindastrandquist2429]

Great job. The new wi dow added so much light to the room. Amazing g amount of work in 5 days. Cant wait to see the final setup.

[@lizageorge8923]

It's so cool how the two of them have videos with such different vibes, but they still fit in together yk?

[@Princessjasmineeee]

Just randomly found this channel and im not disappointed but fully satisfied seeing repairs, decorating and painting is what i live for im currently studying to be Architect so i mostly enjoy videos like this but this channel is very charming and the KZbinrs are so family friendly people they’re the whole package!

[@marmoh123]

7:53 I enjoyed that music transition

[@ade7746]

what surprised me the most is that we have the same wall color AND flooring!! I also renovated my bedroom and chose that beautiful earthy green with the nice oak flooring! I am so glad I did because it feels so much more peaceful and it's perfect for productive (stressful) days! it fits perfectly for your office, I can't wait to see how it's decorated at the end!! good job guys!

[@markfergerson2145]

Nice. At first I was confused why you would put such a large window in, but looking at it I get the stepping effect from the small window that was there, the glass in the door, and the new window. It;s not always about perfect symmetry, is it? Having walls of different colors I got instantly. It helps if you want to change the mood of a video without having to throw up a fabric backdrop. This is gona be SO functional and a pleasure to work in.

[@tiredtrucker3420]

He did a phenomenal job with this video. Very entertaining.

[@LaineyBug2020]

I love the concept of the office you where go to work being your childhood home. To get to see your supportive family that often, to have that love and support reinforced daily instead of having to go to someplace that steals a bit of your soul each day. #LifeGoals!

[@MamaKatFrog]

That was so sweet! You made me cry when you thanked your dad!!!

[@MrLingon]

This was a great video! It randomly got recommended to me after I started lookin at your old videos and I was not disappointed! It is so fascinating to see knowledgeable people at work! :D

[@stf2222]

Don't have kids YET. But it looks very nice so far. Hope i can have at least as nice a finish when i put my new floor in. Great job hansi.

[@tinyoddfable]

Dude, that window installation was * chef’s kiss *

[@rafaelavega4923]

you guys are like the power couple of this century....both intelligent , skilled and creative as hell, and compliment each other perfectly ...Martina is a badass handy woman!

[@heather6787]

The room is wonderful! And YEAH to supportive Dad's!!!

[@suzanneanderson4631]

That looks fabulous! Great job on your new office with all your hard work & learning many new things in the process. You guys did a fantastic job!

[@Meanmachine1337]

your father is a man of honor!!! long life and peace!

[@85wutaiflea]

Hansi did a great job presenting this video; I loved it. Also, much love to Papa Nerdforge!

[@andrewfriday2521]

I really liked the two-parter style of this video! That way get get a full length video of both of u. Just saw the book press restoration video - u guys are so talented!

[@robynguppyart]

Looks fantastic! Congrats on the update space!

[@kipbeegle8260]

Very nice job Hansi! While the work you did was beautiful its also impressive that you envisioned adding the window and tackled that job as well. Windows are a pain to level on your own. Great work!

[@CrixJoki]

Thank YOU Papa Nerdforge! :) 💜 I love what you did with the room, and that extra window was truly a game changer! You and your dad did an amazing job :) Looking forward to see how you´re gonna set things up in your new space :)

[@woodstoney]

Very nice result! Good luck in your "new" office!!

[@stevemc522]

Sometimes you come across Little Gems like theses two people on you tube , And watching the artistry in your projects is a joy to watch ,

[@btb2319]

I loved the freeze-frame halfway through the timelapse !

[@gamergrill9629]

The editing is great, this was very nice and satisfying to watch being put together!

[@annawillette6996]

You guys are EXTREMELY INSPIRATIONAL & Positive. I love that!

[@WhackyDogg55]

Your videos inspire me so much to get out of my comfort zone and try new things!!! love it, keep up the great work. Have a Great day!!!!

[@JessSilver]

Can't believe how adding the window made the space seem so much bigger! I can't wait for the next video to do the interior! Love you guys!

[@ZoeShears]

I cant wait to see it when it's all done, it's looking amazing so far. Love the color of the feature wall and adding that window was such a good idea

[@marisolmendez1755]

I love it! It's like a new version of both of you working together as one, and having us there (sneaking upon you in silence) while you're teaching how hard but nice is to work as a team. Thank you very much. Greetings from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 and manny blessings for both 👍

[@elizabethsomehow4813]

It does look great and it really looks like an office, but a really cozy one. You both have golden hands. I’m really exited about the interior in the next episode. Lots of love and inspiration to you 😊

[@anthonystike6034]

Great job, Hansi. Anytime that you learn something new is a success. I congratulate you on the ceiling install. The window looks perfect.

[@johnbennett2001]

Great start to the project. I can't wait to see how it turns out.

[@christideal3664]

Great job! So happy to see you & your father working so closely. Good son! Can’t wait to see how you arrange the new office 😊

[@faridalvarez]

Good job sir!!! Beautiful finish on every corner, specially the new window.

[@MamaElleRed]

Hurray for supportive dads! Thank yours for me too.

[@mavos1211]

Fantastic guys! Just shows what you can do if you put your mind to it! Well done!

[@chaoskitteh]

Aww, this is so sweet and wholesome. It looks so good!

[@cloudnyc]

I love watching this channel and just hearing the Norwegian accent, so refreshing