WHY We Quit Building Our Home | Off Grid Homestead +Concrete Tiny House

[@janeaxamethy2096]

Two ideas. Put the couch in front of the wood stove to catch the heat. So great in the winter! (FYI; Big winged backed chairs were designed to do that) And While you plumb the shower on the inside on the same outside wall also plumb an outdoor shower. I did it in my house Amazing. Saves cleaning in the summer and it a place to wash dogs and stuff without getting your house messy. Enjoy!!!

[@alicecain4851]

Great ideas!

[@tinydancer7426]

I wouldn't think you would want to have a sofa (especially a sleeper) right next to a wood stove. You would need to be especially mindful of clearance between the stove and a flammable sofa/couch/soft furnishings.

[@justmemandalee]

Good idea!

[@kjcorder]

Outside wall plumbing in the rockies is a risk unless those walls are very very very insulated

[@gabriellefullhart1444]

I love all of this! My only thought is that maybe don't put books above your kitchen, the regular change in temperature and possible grease in the air could be bad for the books

[@irenepierce167]

One of the reasons I'm not a big fan of open concepts. What goes on in the kitchen, stays in the kitchen 😁

[@a_z.tazzzfan8497]

I was going to say the same thing as soon as I saw the rendering of the bookshelf extending through the kitchen 🤔. Except, I was thinking more in the line of a grease 🔥. I saw something similar happen at a friend's house several years ago 😮.

[@BrooklynAlien]

​@@a_z.tazzzfan8497 For sure. We always knew that happened in our old place but we just moved and now we're discovering so much stuff that needs to be soaked and cleaned because it's all sticky.

[@zeldasimpson8959]

I’ve loved watching you both in your cozy scamp… maybe make a corner with books on low shelves and comfy pillow seating…or up high where you were thinking of the hanging the netting. Anyway..you both have very cool ideas!

[@a_z.tazzzfan8497]

@@BrooklynAlien I put a clock above the stove in our previous home. It doesn't take long for buildup to occur; even with regular cleaning. Ended up tossing it when we sold the home. Just wasn't worth that final cleaning. Witnessing that incident at my friend's house was actually mesmerizing because of how everything fell into place at just the right (wrong) time to happen.😳

[@kathyadams3366]

The animated designs in this video is epic! Well done!

[@JohnRandolph_TheDigitalWave]

You´re right Kathy... epic. Please tell us the animation tools used for this video. I loved how you used the tool to illustrate your vision of the house in your timeline. As a retired pro creating tech multimedia training videos, I can see how much time, love and creativity goes into each of your video projects.... old timers thought: I know the season is changing and with the warm weather comes massive amounts of work...... just make sure the scamp trailer is fully stocked for an occasional blast off to a local swimming hole to decompress for 24 to 48 hours... Hint: When your dogs stop following you around the house build and start hanging out in front of the Scamp then you know what they are thinking..... let´s go screw off !!!!! 🤣🤪 ....John

[@anitagford]

Congratulations on your dream coming alive. One tiny pro tip: if possible place your piano on an inside wall. Exterior wall placement will cause it to need tuneups more frequently. 💜

[@elizabethw4519]

I was going to say that. Yes, pianos need to be on an inside wall to protect their strings. It is a string instrument

[@clarayoung6151]

My piano tuner person advised the same. Not on an outside wall.

[@flesle01]

Good call out. Interior is the best placement, but I will say that I have my piano on an exterior wall since that’s the only place it fits in my house. I just keep it several inches away from the wall to allow air to flow well behind it. That seems to keep it from the harshest effects of our temp changes, and I’m in an extreme climate. I think that’s the next best advice when there is no other place to put it.

[@blondeenotsomuch]

You want the piano in the area with the least temp/humidity fluxuations

[@marcomcdowell8861]

One small thing that I've really grown to appreciate in my house in Japan...the toilet is not in the bathroom. It's a separate water closet. A toilet and a small sink. It's very nice to not have a stinky commode in the same room that we bathe in. It's also convenient when guests are over. If someone is showering or bathing, no one has to wait to use the restroom. Shower, bath and a sink with cabinet/mirror. We opted for smaller bedrooms and kitchen to accommodate the restroom. The missus said all we do is sleep and um, have discussions in the bedroom so no need for anything massive. Same with the kitchen. Prepping and cooking food. No one is hanging out there. Opened up the house layout for more living room and office space.

[@alicecain4851]

A lot of homes have "homey" kitchens where family spends time. Kitchens are often the heart of the home. Much of their time will be spent prepping food, in fact they may have so much prepping that they'll want an outside kitchen to use in the Summer to keep the heat out of the house. When you make most of your food, you spend a goodly amount if time in your kitchen. I agree with separating your toilet into its own room. I know any bathroom is a luxury to them, but I hope they watch some ideas you had about separating the toilet from the shower.

[@tinydancer7426]

I like the toilet design that includes the small sink on the top of the water tank for hand washing after toilet use. Great way to conserve on and recycle the handwashing gray water since it then drains into the tank, ready for use in the next flush.

[@SofiaStein]

One thought, as someone who is both very sympathetic to your minimalist ideals, but also has children: your washing duties (dishes and laundry) will at least double with even one child, because children get you messy, themselves messy, and the new things you have to buy that you never owned before messy. Your disposable time will also reduce drastically. That means that the economics of owning an electric washer/dryer and dishwasher will change. I’d just encourage you to make your kitchen and laundry space adaptable, so that if you do want to add these things later on, it’s easy to do and doesn’t require much ‘undoing’ of recently built cabinetry. I love the project. It seems really well thought out and very beautiful!

[@ElsaRhae]

I really appreciate this wisdom!!

[@MyBlazingLife]

I second that! I have two teenage sons in HS and as much as they eat we sometimes have to run the dishwasher twice a day. They themselves do 2-3 loads of laundry each per week from getting dirty playing sports, etc.

[@cecilemagnier7113]

Think also of the resale value of the house. Most people would definetely want a laundry machine so it is good to have an allocated space for it in your bathroom (or in the kitchen, or in the storage area). It is probably easier to add a dishwasher to an existing kitchen as cabinets have already the right size ?

[@miab2793]

I know next to nothing about video editing, but I just want to say that having the animation while you were describing the layout was fantastic!!

[@missmyoldhandle24]

In your bathroom, consider an actual enclosed room with two shower heads, a bath with a cover you can use as a seat, and cuz its enclosed, you can make it a steam shower. On cold days or when you're sick, a steam is amazing. It wouldn't be that difficult to integrate into your build , given where you're at in process. So excited for you guys. Pkace is looking amazing

[@sharn5088]

I hear all the negatives about the books, but nonetheless I'm feelin ya Elsa - I think it'll look fabulous, and the floating reading hammock thing - fabulous! I think the book shelf position is high enough to NOT be a problem and you have a fabulous aesthetic so trust in it. It'll look amazing.

[@whattachick1]

Just a suggestion - Don't put anything above your kitchen area that you don't want to get greasy in anyway. If you fry stuff it will end up on whatever is above it. So maybe not books, but maybe unused kitchen items or things that you don't mind washing once a year. =)

[@brendenmcbrier73]

Big hood vents will cover this potential issue.

[@christinak1759]

YES ALL OF THIS!! we don't even fry that often but after years of cooking and cleaning you still wind up with a layer of grease up there. I no longer keep anything about my cabinets it's just empty space now

[@kareng9686]

Can't wait to see it finished! A little storage cabinet for a coffee pot and coffee near the bedroom patio. Can watch the sunrise and never go downstairs. Sit, sip and enjoy!

[@justmemandalee]

Lol- going down to pee, anyway- 🤷🏼‍♀️😂😂

[@aubrey105]

My grandma has told me several times "never put a piano against an outside wall. It messes up your piano in many ways." She never expounded on the ways, but just thought I'd pass that wisdom along. 😂 This is going to be so amazing when youre done! So excited for you! ❤️

[@stephanietaylor2144]

The changes in temperature cause the strings to go out of tune more frequently!

[@pamtippett1589]

The temperature and humidity changes can also warp the soundboard.

[@johnbw2597]

I was told that by my piano teacher as kid. Not sure why that always struck with me….

[@sarahframpton4492]

It's harder to maintain a consistent temperature & and humidity. At a minimum, the instrument will need to be tuned more frequently than in a more controlled environment.

[@montyforster3370]

Depends also on steel or wooden soundboard.

[@janetschaaf]

Have you considered placing the wood stove in a more central location in the house? It might radiate heat to more of the space that way. I think I'd avoid placing furniture next to the wood stove to prevent potentially burning fabric or even someone's arm, if they're resting it on the arm of a sofa or chair and accidentally touch the stove.

[@alicecain4851]

I'm imagining them moving furniture as they change seasons for just this reason. Besides renting a few times and the occasional visits to family, it's been years since they've lived in houses full time. It'll take them a while to make decisions - and I imagine they'll change their minds quite a bit too. It should be fun to watch.

[@justmemandalee]

I think its something that will just become evident to them as they navigate using it. Who really can sit next to a wood stove as the preferred sitting choice? I dont know anyone.

[@AEP1170]

This layout looks amazing. Small bedrooms make more sense because you're not spending the majority of your time there. The open main space on the first floor is a brilliant idea. Cannot wait to see what you all do with it.

[@kevincrooks639]

When i was very small my folks built their own house. It was a wonderful gift to us kids to grow up in. Now, at 68, i cherish those memories more than i can say. If you have children im sure theyll eventually feel the same. Im building a camper to go full time nomad by next spring. You've been an inspiration

[@lmazza816]

That is so exciting! Good luck to you. I’m 43 and can’t wait to do the same.

[@therealpoppinfresh]

Definitely recommend finding a way to not need a shower curtain - making the whole bathroom a wet room of sorts. No matter how careful we are, the curtain always grows mold and needs replacing regularly, which isn't great in terms of sustainability.

[@omavicmcmurray2893]

I put drains on the inside AND outside of the tub, it has worked for me!

[@lucymorgan8859]

If you keep your shower curtain pulled out the length of the tub after the showers are done, that will really help with the mold issue. Also, you can spray the inside of the curtain with a fine mist of bleach+water mixture, about once every week or two, that will take care of that for you.

[@purplepixie274]

You can wash them instead

[@chorak2]

There are more durable PVC free shower curtains that can go in a washing machine with white vinegar to get rid of (most) discoloration. A little soaking with vinegar and hand scrubbing could be needed if it’s really bad. Keep it open between showers like another said. I much prefer a curtain to regularly scrubbing tile or glass!

[@lucymorgan8859]

@@chorak2 or a little bleach will take it all off...

[@michelevincent8958]

You have stars in the eyes, Elsa! Your house will be as you want it to be and that is great!

[@vividdreams7072]

Oh man, that view from your bedroom. Everything about your channel has always intrigued me, i think you both beautiful souls. You both have such energy , house builds are HARD esp when the climates different to most. Tons of love and respect 💚✨💚

[@captain_coleton]

8:08 Growing up using a bathtub with a window, it was great to have a light above the tub so you can shower at night, and if you have a shower curtain instead of glass doors it helps a lot.

[@kathieburrell4727]

A suggestion. Not sure what your high and low temps are? Have you thought of putting in a mini split? Lots of tiny house people have them. We put one in our manufactured home in NH. Hubby did something I have never seen anyone else do. He did research and discovered how to put the air handler in the middle of the ceiling instead of hanging it off the wall. It's called a cassette and it has louvers so it blows in 4 directions. We put it in the middle of the house. I can send photos if you are interested. It would be easier to run the piping before you finish closing in the house. We use it mostly for air conditioning in the summer but more and more we use it for heat in the winter. (We have solar so it's pretty economical.)

[@ursulapeacelove]

Love the house❤please take the time and resources to add an exhaust fan into your kitchen area, it’s so so nice to get the cooking smells out of the house as your cooking 😊

[@lillyanahuerta8135]

Elsa!! Such an amazing video with all of your animations/ drawings. Always so inspired by your creativity!!:,)

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

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[@bridgetteb4112]

A drain in the floor of the kitchen for when you prep your hunts or an outdoor area with stainless steel tables would be good! Aside from that, I love your videos, I know you hear that all the time but you can never change the music you use, it’s so nostalgic to hear to certain tunes and immediately be brought back to older videos.

[@jessieandtalie]

I was thinking making the bathroom a wet room so with game they could roll in stainless steel counters but maybe make the bathroom even bigger or smaller to include two wet rooms one wet game:craft dying fabric room and one wet bathroom…take the tub to a Japanese fire soaker tub out on the deck!

[@meredithmonti264]

The time and attention to detail on this video!! 👏 so amazing and so happy for you both!

[@sharonwengler3225]

The house looks amazing! I would only suggest you make a list of all the things that did not work when you lived super tiny. Then make sure all those needs are being meet in this new home. You are both super creative and I look forward to seeing all the unique ways you organize and all the beautiful meaningful things you will use to decorate.

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

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[@j.k.rector9818]

Your animation is epic. It really made sense and is beautifully rendered. Someone suggested plumbing an outdoor shower in conjunction with your indoor one and as long as the pipes are heated and well insulated they won’t freeze in the winter… for your outdoor lifestyle, this would be smart! I’m psyched to see the evolution of your build.

[@lmazza816]

I think you’ll find that walls are the most exciting part of building a home. It all changes when the walls go up. I hope you continue to have fun! My husband and I built our first home two years ago, and it was the best experience we have shared together.

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

Aww 🥰

[@jeffhinsdale2680]

Great little house! My only thought related to wood burning, is that it’s messy. You might want to consider how the wood comes inside, how much you keep inside & some sort of storage box for the inside wood.

[@sallyhargate2526]

Having just moved back into a space that has a wood stove this was also my concern.

[@saraherber1887]

Canning equipment needs a lot of space. Glad you are factoring that in. I can 800 jars a year and fill two upright freezers. Make sure your shelves are sturdy and not too deep. Also adding enough lighting to see your filled jars is a help.I hope you meet all of you food preservation goals. It is hard work but worth it. It is like putting summer in a jar. It is an investment for sure. The price of jars has gone up in recent years. Maybe for your house warming, people could bring you jars.😊

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

Great idea on the jars. ❤

[@carollee2078]

You asked for suggestions - And a utility closet is a must for cleaning supplies, brooms, mops, and buckets and a linen closet is important for bedding and blankets. Also you might consider a closet in the area by your front door that is in-closed to store your winter coats, jackets and boots.

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

We all are verry happy for the both of you Elsa & Baron! 🏠

[@Flowergurl2000]

This will be glorious. The Piano should be in the shade. By the bar, maybe.

[@bmoore3199]

Elsa you are such a relaxing orator/narrator. We are equally excited about your plans with the build. Best of luck for a great year. Thanks for sharing !

[@Seed833]

Elsa, the way you did your house tour was genius!! I’m so happy for you all! Maybe think of a way to add a vent for the stove? Or, there are stoves that have a push button pop up vent in the stove unit.

[@lynellethompson5521]

Make sure you have electric outlets on your bar!! Outlets on the end underneath the counter top so you can plug in appliances or your computer, etc. Just sharing one of my father's design ideas. He also designed benches along the sides of our deck for extra seating. The backrest was the deck railing and the seat support section was triangular. I wish I had pics but the cabin was sold years ago... Dad was innovative with some of his design ideas back in the day. He has been gone for quite a few years but I know he would have loved watching your build as much or more than I do!! 💚💚💚

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

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[@lynellethompson5521]

@@mjmcinnesincanada dad used lots of Canadian materials!! Canadian electric switches in the horse barn, Canadian stalls, and puck board on the walls to protect the wood and easier cleaning of the horse stalls!! Canadian windows on his retirement home too!! 🍁🇨🇦🍁

[@haileypease3584]

I LOVE THE ANIMATION THIS IS HOW MY BRAIN WORKS i'm currently in architecture school and I love walking through houses and re-imagining the space or thinking about what i'd out where

[@Awenda18]

I’m an enthusiastic advocate for smaller homes that are adaptable! 🌿Planning my own build soon and love your ideas.💕 I think I lived on a sailboat in a past life; I love small spaces with every nook and cranny used for a meaningful purpose ⛵️

[@johnrogers6291]

Sounds like a wonderful home. Great job with the animation!😊

[@justmemandalee]

This was fun to watch! All great ideas and really coming along despite the break. The comments have a ton of feedback- also lots of good ideas and advice! The outside shower/rinse off of some kind seems like an awesome idea! Maybe a soaking tub or something- beautiful summer nights outside unwinding seems like bliss to me! Lol

[@FunwithBooboo]

We lived in our van for 17 months while we built our house. We built our attached garage first, which was sized for our van. By the time we moved into our house, we thought our small sized home was a mansion. Happy journey to you both 😂

[@CandiTheCutie]

Things that take time are always worth waiting for. You guys are doing amazing and I'm so excited to see it come together.

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

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[@a_z.tazzzfan8497]

I like the idea that y'all didn't go overboard with the size of the bedroom. I'm intrigued to see what it will actually look like when finished & furnished.

[@lisawhite2512]

What concerns me if they start a family where will the child sleep?

[@a_z.tazzzfan8497]

@@lisawhite2512 Well, when my wife & I had our daughter in the late 80's, her basinet was in our bedroom. We lived in an 835sf, 2-story townhome with 2 bedrooms on the 2nd floor. We had recently downsized from a much larger apartment shortly before she was born & the 2nd bedroom was a storeroom because of the downsizing. Having spent so much time living in that 13-ft Scamp, I'm pretty sure they'll be pretty creative when it comes to accommodating a new addition to the family. Plus, they've designed the home to make it easy for an addition to be made when necessary 😎🤙

[@Homestead-ish]

It’s going to be incredible!! I love the library wall and the net idea! So cool!

[@HelenBeeee]

It is so exciting to see the house evolve and you and Baron evolve too it’s been an honour to share your journey on this channel look forward to future developments 🙂

[@staceypenn1095]

I love the idea of a kid's bed, you can put storage on the wall next to it, that way you can use it as a bookcase or toy storage. Very flexible space for adults or kids.

[@lisawhite2512]

A kid needs his/her own room not up in the rafters. I think it’s a weird idea.

[@jeannemarcinek4575]

I love the fact that you did this video. It gives you a chance to see what others say and suggest. Because of that one of the comments by 24 was awesome. I have to build a bathroom and I for me think it's a good idea. To have a shower, tub, and a steam room to have it all. When you talk it is so soothing even though it has the possibility of snow and cold where you live and I know that does not make sense eventually it will. You will eventually change the layout and when it feels a good fit then you will be done.

[@sarahc3021]

So excited to watch the build! Where do you plan on having the solar? What are outside dreams for the property? Garden set up? Just excited for you both!

[@MelissaMalzahn]

Your home is going to be amazing. Love all the views especially from the bedroom.

[@andrewandamymunn]

love the designs, I noted you don't have a range hood (i think americans may call them extractor fans?) over your oven be careful of this if you plan to hang or store anything nearby (like your books) as grease and oils carry up in the steam and settle over the nearest cool surfaces and while its not fun to clean off our pots and pan ( bad even with the hood) I imagine it would be much worse with books or fabrics.

[@gailkelly7668]

I was thinking of greasy books too! What I love about being a plant based eater is how clean everything-surfaces,utensils,sink-stays!

[@Arealpersonhere]

It’s so amazing to see your journey, been amazed by your drive for years, the both of ya! ❤

[@jess_palm]

A tip for the piano - you shouldn't have them against an outside wall, it messes with the tuning :) but maybe your insulation is good enough that won't matter 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@ElsaRhae]

It's been against an outside wall for the last 22 years! I play it every time I go back to my parent's! Thanks for the info tho

[@jess_palm]

@@ElsaRhae sounds like you have a piano as hearty as you!

[@scamphound1892]

I bet that’s another skill you could learn….piano tuning!

[@knittinghands23]

Homesteading with Doug and Stacy here on KZbin, Stacy shared a video on a washing machine she uses that might be interesting to you. Also she shares a solar oven idea. I am currently looking into both for my new tiny house. I am looking forward to living outside more than inside. I appreciate you and Barron sharing your lives here. I have taken great ideas from your sharing. I am equally excited to receive Barron's new book.

[@Campingandcookingfamily]

Loved watching - you are so creative with your visuals 😊

[@zabejosmith]

Thought I had: will Kamp and Pilot be eating inside or outside? Depending on the answer you should put aside a space for that to happen :) Also books above the stove/kitchen isn’t the best idea because the steam and grease can damage your books. And pianos will ring out better and need less maintenance if they’re on an inside wall. Sweet animations!! So excited for you guys 🥰

[@xezon3649]

I Love these animations, it helps to imagine how it will look like when house will be done

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

& the changes that will be made should Elsa & Baron take some if not all the advice given in the comments. Blessings 💐

[@mamalovesthebeach437]

Fun to see your dream coming together! Other than cost is there a reason you didn’t consider wool insulation? I would keep the piano on either an interior wall, or pull it away from a wall if there’s a corner free. Changes in temperature and humidity are tough on instruments. If possible, I would also recommend not putting the sofa against the wall. If there’s a space you’d like to visually separate or a corner, you can put it askew? My ex-husband and I started building a home in 1989 on 5 1/2 acres. We built it ourselves from the ground up. Two stories 2600 ft.²… Took us four years. Couple things I would’ve changed. One is I put a lot of time, money and energy into a clawfoot tub that rarely got used. I would’ve made our staircase wider and our front porch larger. It’s Northern California, so it’s not like we had to get out of nasty weather.😊 We absolutely loved our big center island. I had a stove top and the counter could seat six to eight. When we entertained all stools were always full. I also loved having a second sink. I realize you have limited space so for now it doesn’t look like an option. Wise of you to consider the future and build your structure with that in mind. We had French doors all the way across the back in the main bedroom French doors with two side lights in the great room two sets of French doors and two sets of opening side lights. The sunroom is all glass with a slate floor that absorbed heat. We installed an interior slider and would open it up in the evening to provide passive heat. I loved all of the skylights we installed. The issue with skylights is most people don’t flash them correctly.

[@lindseys4978]

Armoire with shelves and racks instead of a dresser upstairs. Dressers look cool but are a pain to close/open or see what’s in them when full. Shelves and Ross allows you to see everything with ease and access. You can use baskets to store underwear and socks. We abandoned dressers years ago and have never looked back. An armoire allows you access more space vertically- and you can add a mirror(s) making the space feel bigger.

[@M_and_M_in_a_van]

Elsa, have a look into Feng Shui. I disregarded it when renovating my flat, but then, years later, I stated watching a guy here on KZbin. He is transforming peoples' homes and uses rules of Feng Shui. I was amazed how, even through the camera, the spaces feel better after he moves the furniture around. He is also explaining the concepts, so I reconfigured the furniture in my flat as well. The rules made me go for a configuration I would never think of before. And what a difference! The space feels so much better now!

[@sissymcewen8001]

You could also use the underneath your counter for library storage, too. The part that faces away from the kitchen. That's what my friend did with a large number of books

[@erikaanes4444]

Yall are doing a fantastic job!!

[@MandaDS886]

The well explained and graphic vision you have is amazing!! I'm so excited for you 🎉🎉

[@sgrvtl7183]

Glad that the weather is cooperating and you are back to your house build!

[@sac5845]

I love all of it! It’s awesome to design a house specifically for what works for you. The view from you bedroom window is breathtaking. You two have great ideas & design style. Congratulations on building the place you will make most of your memories from!

[@jaahvee]

Maybe a raised platform with storage for the bed. Could be super wide or have it flush with the mattress. Can have 2 steps to step on to the platform depending how high the platform is. And don’t forget to add a ducted range hood for the stove. Also a skylight in the bathroom for more sunlight could be nice and an exhaust fan for humidity!

[@gailkelly7668]

I would skip fan in bath, in the dry Colorado climate you savor any humidity you can create especially in winter!

[@kaycrunkilton2817]

Glad that all your plans are taking shape.

[@lucymorgan8859]

I love the house so far!!! Love all the wood that you guys have incorporated into the design, as well as the line of the house! One thing I will caution you about, you might want to watch the furniture placement in terms of where the traffic flow will be... In other words, keep an open area where people will be walking. For example, in your pic, you have your bed situated in front of a doorway. That means, ppl will have to walk all the way around the bed to get to the door. If you simply switch the head of the bed to the opposite wall below the window, you create an open walking path to the door. Same issue with your kitchen bar area. You need enough room for stools, and walking behind them, not in front of the sliding doors. It sounds unnecessary, but believe me, it will make your life alot easier. I will say one thing you guys nailed, which is a huge design faux pax that many ppl do, you didn't position the stove right next to a walkway, or doorway! Thank God! That is a very dangerous thing to do. If someone is walking by the stove, and catches the handle of a pot of their arm, or clothing, the contents of that pot is going to end up on one or more ppl... Anyway, cant wait to see you guys get back underway, and would love to know the styrocrete recipe!!!

[@Amilliondreams87]

It's interesting to watch everyone I used to follow on the road settling down into homesteads or base camps and what that looks like to each individual, Its both a beautiful progression and yet a somber nostalgic pull towards what I used to love and enjoy. I'm still saving for my tiny house adventures and life is an ever changing envelopment of where the roads less traveled lead. I'm truly happy for you guys. 🥰

[@buffytune]

Love hearing your ideas for your house. For your kitchen sink, I'd say a double sink instead of one just big tub. That way if you're working on something, but you need to rinse your hands you have somewhere to do that. Also, I've always been told to put your piano on an inside wall so that the temperature fluctuations don't mess with the sound board so much. I know your plans will grow and change as you progress with the build. And ultimately, you do what makes you happy. It'll be fantastic!

[@denimlabels7315]

Build a roof over your patio. That way you can still grill & chill in snowy or rainy weather. Also keeps the deck area cooler in the summertime. Looks great guys! Really looks great so far.

[@JoytoWorld]

Enjoyed this animated tour! You can't foresee everything you will need in the future. Plan to be flexible!! You'll be changing things sooner than you think.

[@MmeSauvonslaterre]

I love the animations for the plans, it makes it come to life so much ! My boyfriend and I are working on building our home as well and your channel has been a great inspiration ! My few inputs would be not to put a couch or seat next to the stove because of the heat, for a bed it would be quite uncomfortable. Dont forget as well a space to store your wood inside close to the stove. Your kitchen design seems to be missing a fan above the stove as well ? Keep it up ! ❤❤

[@Zincchromeshema]

Great job and more power to your lovely dream home!!!

[@goingonabearhuntfamily]

LOVE how excited you got when talking about the outside space connected to your bedroom. So excited to see where things go from here!

[@swavacadoo]

I love your "mansion bedroom" with that glorious view! I really like what you have planned for the multipurpose community space.

[@gillkaramani5545]

Just loved the way you kind of sketched in the design of the interior of your new home…so clever…. It’s going to be amazing and I’m so excited for you both….. take care

[@liquid50hawaii]

Incredible video,ER. You are an Amazing Editor ⚡

[@thecollectcyn]

the animated home tour was an absolute joy to watch

[@danielle8229]

Loved the visual designs, so wonderful to visualise 💭. I loved the little idea of the reading loft with net and pillows….. what a vibe that would be 🩵 wow

[@teresadaigle6991]

This is going to be a beautiful home. Love how you added where the furniture and appliances will arranged. The big open space is great for company and also creates a space for you and Barren to do many projects. The big bar area is a must too. Such fun to design your own home and it doesn’t have to all be done at once. We worked on our home many many years changing our minds once we moved in on a few things as the years went by. Such possibilities with your land and your gorgeous views. I am surprised you have rattlers up there at 8,000 ft.

[@paulac7802]

The wall next to the frig should be a big pantry

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

That is so exciting! I love the layout ideas. I’m sure you’ll change this or that as you guys see the need. I like the idea of the bookshelf running across the top of the wall. However, I wouldn’t extend it so far as over the stove. I can’t explain the greasy mess that accumulates above a cooking surface, but, I’m sure it wouldn’t be good for the books.

[@jaimetarne9436]

That was my same thoughts and comment. 😀

[@picklesgherkin]

6:51 don't forget to make sure your refrigerator door swings open the right ...make for an easy access to the countertop

[@stephaniewillson9383]

A couple things my mind says are awesome. Generous bath, not huge but workable for two people at the same time, score!! Modest bedroom is great, and with a nice sitting balcony, perfect. And flexible floor space, win, win!! And I agree on the couch, put it out opposite the stove, rather than next to, because both sitting get heat and not one roasted and the other freezing. Love this house!!

[@Oceangirl326]

Beautiful spot and great design. Piano theoretically should be on an inside wall. The piano I played the longest was on an outside wall. Good luck.

[@katewest130]

I watched Trent & Allie build their tiny home in the Utah mountains. By the time the home was finished they had a baby and realized the house was too small. Then they built a garage twice the size of the house to try to compensate which is better than nothing but doesn’t really increase the size of their too small house. Your house size only works if you never have kids. You don’t think a baby will need much space until you realize too late it’s not the baby that needs to space but the crib, the walker, the rocker, the playpen, the swing, the changing table, the dresser etc.

[@francesmalzahn9994]

In past videos, they have mentioned that is why they are building it so that they can add on. Also, when you really think about it, not all the things you listed are really something a baby needs. Elsa and Barron are used to living very minimally and I doubt that will change when they have children.

[@ridingtheroad185]

yes, Trent and Allie built it with a bedroom for kids in the basement and a place above the garage for his older son when he stays. LOL Now they realize how crazy that was. Babies may not actually need all those things, but parents need a lot for the baby if they plan to get things done.

[@datasmybag6050]

I continue to be fascinated with the accomplishments you guys have made. You have such wonderful and knowledgeable family, friends, and neighbors speeding this project along. You will be moving in before you know it! Will you also have wood heat in your bedroom or do you think the heat on the lower level will keep warm enough? Where does the greenhouse fit in your house layout?

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

that was really interesting. Love the animation so I could see your vision along with you!!

[@ilonakatalindako-tolman5545]

Pretty cool...yes...it is an area in a higher level... weather challenges in all seasons....but such a special historical view you can have from your window. Yes again with deposit area....a must for organization and for you to use your different activities...the wood really marks the feeling around the house...think about your garden around the house, it might really provide you a greatest feeling for it....I love the garden area with it’s beautiful ways🎉

[@8lovelynites]

I love the ability to live an indoor/outdoor life so easily. One question: If you do have a child someday, where would their space be .

[@lisawhite2512]

Exactly what I thought! Here they have a rather small bedroom but that’s it. Where would a child go?

[@aprildawnedwards3495]

Maybe they don’t want children

[@lisawhite2512]

@@aprildawnedwards3495 maybe but in the past she has mentioned it.

[@AerialWaviator]

What a great video. Love the walk thru tour of your home, particularly the amazing animations. Great creative talent putting this together! Really makes it seem so real. Maybe can share how the animation for the video were created at some point? The perspective of video and animations was spot on. The area you might think over a bit more is plumbing, and the routing. For example since bathroom and kitchen share a common wall, this could be opportunity to minimize amount of pipes. Since outside walls are concrete, electrical can be a bit more challenging. One suggestion is to include electrical outlets on the side of the kitchen island. Can be handy to charge a phone, or plug in a laptop. Overall the layout and design look so amazing.

[@rightsizingtogether3434]

Great to see someone else doing what we are trying also to do! Thank you for sharing your video, we will keep watching!

[@deborahmeyers1037]

Thanks for the view. You two are awesome people.

[@mariannamacomber2114]

I think your layout sounds amazing. You're being very intentional with your spaces, which comes from tiny living. BRAVA! EPIC VIEWS, especially from your bedroom! I love the idea of your food storage room, I wish for one of those. My hubs and I are right in the middle of a tiny build as well. Small compared to most peoples homes. We're building out of pocket as well. We want to be very intentional. We see no need to over build. Great job. Thank you for showing your vision.

[@patbowman6723]

Your both young and there is no big rush. Enjoy the time and your enviornment.

[@juliebarnett9812]

Thank you. Your house is going to be wonderful. And that view in the bedroom is magic.

[@sura-quayarbon6055]

Looks amazing... we are in NW CO at 7K' and we just lost the last of our snow on the ground about a week ago, also feel you with the wind! We are also fully off grid, wood burning stove, solar with a propane backup generator. We also work remote at least half the time so deal with internet/cell service issues. Last year upgraded to bifacial panels and lithium batteries, its amazing the improvement. Please do look at getting access to bifacial panels as when the snow is on the ground it can pickup the reflection from underneath. Also look at having adaptable space in your kitchen for at least a single drawer dishwasher (Fisher Paykel makes one that only uses half a cabinet height). We have found that a dish washer doesn't pull that much power/water, I just make a point to only use it during the day. Also make sure you have space for a washer at least, same thing we found it doesn't pull that much power/water and I run it during the say when the sun is high. We just saved up the money to get very efficient models for both. If you plan on hosting a lot and/or having kids it will be really helpful - even if you dont they are nice to have for days you are just worn out.

[@janetkoball44]

Thanks so much for the update and tour. Your home is going to be epic. And the views are beautiful. I didn't know you played the uke. Love the tone. See you all next visit.

[@olivierlavoie123]

Hi, you did an amazing job at showing all your ideas. The montage was just so fun to watch!

[@joannegerrard9414]

Great video, how fun to do all this planning. I was thinking of a clothes drying rack of some kind when the weather isn't cooperating. ( I live in Scotland, lots of rain and who wants to hang out clothes in the winter!) I had a chain link fence top rail suspended from the garage ceiling and hung my clothes on hangers to dry. Just a thought

[@michellegossett755]

I am so excited. I've followed y'all 2/3 yrs maybe more. I remember getting y'all's Subaru or y'all just got it. Y'all pulled me through a lot of hard times. Now that I'm doing amazing as well, I give thanks and gratitude to y'all's journey. Y'all are amazing.

[@Fireballsocal]

First, I'm so stoked for you guys continuing to make progress on the house. It's going to be amazing. My only inputs are to think about a wall oven/cooktop instead of the range and to definitely plan for a washer/dryer. As you age, bending down to pull stuff out of the oven can be uncomfortable or even downright painful. The kitchen buildout can be planned to accommodate that by placing a wall oven at just the right height. The cooktop is an opportunity to add a glass top cooking surface that is a snap to clean. Also, while you may not source a washer/dryer right away, have the infrastructure in place now so you can add a set in the future should you want to. I sold my house in 2021 to rent an apartment for a few years and the main thing I miss is my own clean washer/dryer. So weird.

[@weremodel]

Yes I am looking forward to the finished product. Having remodeled for a LONG time, I get it.