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Student Converts Step Van Into DIY Tiny Home ~ Full Tour

Sylvan Secrets

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E038: I am so glad to be able to share my new home with all of you. I've been living in The Sylvan for a month now. It's incredible the changes I have already noticed in my life. I spend more time in the wild and no time at all in rented basements.

Music: Happiness ~ Bensound.com

Instagram: Instagram: sylvansecrets

My Art, Music, & Blog: http://sylvansecrets.ca/

A special thank you to the following inspirations without whom, I would never have started any of this:
The Indie Projects: @theindieprojects
Dylan Magaster: dylanmagaster
DreamSideOut: @dreamsideout7831
Exploring Alternatives: explorealternatives
Seven Wanders the World: @sevenwanderstheworld
Tiny House Giant Journey: tinyhousegj
Living Big In A Tiny House: livingbigtinyhouse

20 Comments

@abooknut911 7 years ago

I'm 84 & live in a traditional home, but watch hundreds of fascinating tiny home videos. Yours is one of the best. You are a teacher already. With your soothing voice, you can do voice overs or audio books. Our children will be blessed to have you in their lives. You are the best!!!

@doe4638 7 years ago

I think he'd make a great teacher. The way he talks makes you listen to what he's saying. Good luck with your dream dude!!

@fluffinn 8 years ago

He should do audiobooks or something because he has such a nice, calming voice!

@sherryabbottbrooks6366 7 years ago

I have watched many vids on tiny homes... I love that he left the outside of his van as is... it is genius... He will make a truly wonderful teacher...Btw.. my son is a teacher still going to college to continue his education...so I understand the cost of education...I am so impressed by this young man...and hope all his dreams come true...

@curliefro 6 years ago

This young man's creativity will serve him well as a teacher. Love this build..I want it 😍

@ladeene06 8 years ago

You've made my top five! I've watched HUNDREDS of these videos...and for all those fancy, hi dollar builds out there, while beautiful...are still not achievable to people on a REAL budget! No offense anyone! You found an awesome jewel in the truck AND the wood stove! Someone was looking out for you!
The way you've hidden your compost toilet, your shower, your TABLES! You have made a wonderful home! And it still so ROOMY....you kept so much space it's amazing! Thank you for sharing it! 💚💜💛💙

@hfortenberry 7 years ago

I LOVE this! That "front door" hiding behind the back sliding door is fantastic!!

@1980JPA 6 years ago

This is honestly one of my favorite setups. I always think that those "bread trucks" are underutilized with a lot of tiny living that I see online. It's relatively roomy, well thought out, cozy and utilitarian all at he same time. Great job man.

@BannedPhotoshop 7 years ago

I love how you put a door/mini porch behind the rollup door...Not many people do that! Awesome idea especially for stealth mode

@tinasprocket2812 1 year ago

I love the waves & scroll work. Looks nice & keeps the curtains tucked in by your bed, keeps small things from falling off shelves.
& I like the penny hearth!
Nice job.

@CMEly65 8 years ago

Awesome home. So glad you are studying to be a teacher. Our young people need your personality. You have so much to share. Enjoy your journey.

@jewleeb5138 7 years ago

Nice use of a small living space. It proves we don't need big homes to live! Congratulations on a great job.

@FaithfulBlooming 8 years ago

Out of all the builds I’ve seen, I genuinely think this is my favourite

@ginamartindale8095 8 years ago

And the mural on the door is majestic too. Love it. Great van home build.

@Japhill75 8 years ago

Ok... so anybody that has come along for the tour I encourage you to check out the build series. It’s really amazing. As far as you being a teacher I think that is so awesome. You are a natural teacher. If I was to do a inspiration list... you would be on mine. I really have found your build to be so cool. I loved every minute and I found you to be a true inspiration. Again thank you👍

@ginamartindale8095 8 years ago

The writing/easel idea and the toilet area ideas are great. :)

@freedomspromise8519 8 years ago

You will be an excellent teacher!! Thinking outside the norm creates solutions.

@leannaestep3066 7 years ago

You are winning at life. What a wonderful opportunity you've created for yourself. And your home is wonderful.

@maggiebuchanan9369 8 years ago

You have a beautiful home ! I love all the wood, the Dutch door, woodstove.....it reminds me of a cabin ! I love the bed build and the sweet window ledges. I'm sure you will be a wonderful teacher, we need people like you to teach our children what freedom means. Good luck with everything and thank you so much for sharing ! I enjoyed your video !!!!!!