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Nicole and Edin showcase their 2021 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 van build with a focus on room separation and community mentorship. They discuss balancing design and functionality, showcasing aesthetic elements like partition walls and unique lighting. The video covers the van's layout, bedlift system, innovative features, and the elevated bed area's design. The kitchen area emphasizes ample storage and a minimalist look. Detailed craftsmanship in the van's cabinets and luxurious features like embedded lights are highlighted. The bathroom features micro cement and dual sinks. The bathroom setup includes custom features like a slot sink and a unique toilet. The van also includes a sophisticated electrical system and battery setup. Future projects involve a tiny home community and more unique van builds. External modifications to the van are discussed, including a khaki green wrap and roof accessories. Viewers are encouraged to follow their journey and seek design consulting for van builds.
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In this segment of the video, Nicole and Edin showcase their 2021 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 van build, focusing on distinct separation of rooms – living room, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom. They highlight the benefits of building in a community, crediting mentorship and advice for the success of their project. The van features a unique concrete finish using micro cement, which is flexible, waterproof, and lightweight. They detail the construction of a seating area for seven people, with a flexible Lagoon table design. The design incorporates elements inspired by Bali and Tulum styles, reflecting their background in home design.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on balancing design and functionality in a van conversion. The video creators emphasized making functional elements look aesthetically pleasing. They showcase examples such as a custom bed frame with aluminum beams covered in wood veneer, a partition door with hand woodburned artwork, and an art-shaped door for the living room. The partition wall serves as insulation, soundproofing, and creating a home-like feel in the van. They incorporated consistent arc shapes in the design to enhance the overall aesthetic. Additionally, the video discusses the inclusion of features like hanging light bulbs and charging nooks to add to the van’s ambiance without compromising functionality.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the layout of their van conversion, including the fresh water tank, electrical system, storage solutions, and slide-out picnic table. They emphasize the functionality of their pullout picnic table, which doubles as a storage solution and extends their living space outdoors. The speaker also reflects on the challenges and rewards of building the van as a couple, highlighting the importance of communication and teamwork. They showcase their innovative bedlift system that effortlessly transforms the living area into a bedroom, praising its convenience and comfort. Additionally, the speaker provides a walkthrough of the interior space, highlighting the clearance and features of the van, such as the skylight, blackout shade, and headliner shelf for storage.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on the layout and features of the elevated bed area in the van conversion. The bed is designed to be adjustable to various heights and configurations, including transforming into a second bed by adding a piece of wood and repositioning pillows. The creators emphasize the importance of making the van interior feel like a home, not a typical van, through design elements like covering windows, partition walls, and metal surfaces. Moving on to the kitchen area, the emphasis is on creating a functional cooking space with ample storage, featuring deep drawers, a pantry, and a well-equipped kitchen with appliances, a sink, water filter system, and a hidden trash bin. The design of the kitchen includes concrete, walnut veneer, matte black appliances, and stainless steel to maintain a clean and minimalist look. The cabinets in the kitchen were outsourced to a skilled woodworker for a high-quality finish.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on the detailed craftsmanship of the cabinets in the van, made with 5/8 inch Baltic Birch and finished with grain-matched Walnut V and concrete countertops. The addition of rattan features, embedded lights for ambiance, and separate lighting zones enhance the luxurious feel of the van. Ample storage is highlighted, including deep drawers and a hanging closet with an embedded laundry shoot connecting to a laundry basket in the garage. The efficient AC unit, meticulous attention to detail, and the importance of putting in extra effort for a clean and professional finish are emphasized. The bathroom is also discussed, featuring micro cement and waterproofing systems for durability, with dual sinks for added convenience and a sense of separation in the living space.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on the van’s bathroom setup, including a custom slot sink made with micro cement, Cabinetry section design for toiletries, and a unique toilet stored in the garage. The video showcases a shower area with a Nebia spa shower head, outdoor decking for drainage, a storage garage with bar stools and vacuum, and an electrical system featuring 800 amp hours of lithium power, walkable solar panels, a DC to DC battery charger, and a 3,000 W inverter charger by Renogy.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the battery system in the van, emphasizing its efficiency and ability to operate for up to five days without sunlight or external power. They also mention future projects, including a tiny home community in Mexico and the possibility of building more unique vans. The exterior modifications to the van are highlighted, such as the upgraded suspension system, unique khaki green wrap, spare tire and bike rack setups, roof accessories, and awning. The speaker invites viewers to follow their journey on social media platforms and offers design consulting for those building their own vans.