I really love this idea of "reclaiming vertical spaces" there is so much unused space in our homes simply being out of reach

@janethagaman1998

4 жыл бұрын

I have 1970, 8ft ceilings, and my friends have 2006, 20 ft ceilings, and their home is always cold, the electric bill is atrocious. Not to mention a pain in the ass to install a light bulb or remove spider webs I love my cozy space, and my ceiling, fan to keep the temp regulated and my elec is never on above 62 in Winter.

@exotic80

4 жыл бұрын

@@janethagaman1998 I agree but I'd rather a lil taller than 8ft cause if I stretch in the wrong place I don't my hands to get attacked by a ceiling fan

@carmium

4 жыл бұрын

This often comes to mind when I watch "Amazing Tiny Home!" videos. Because so many of them are putatively mobile, high ceilings are difficult, and people end up bunking in three-foot-tall slots, the only "second floor" in the place. Putting extra design and money into retracting or folding upper story walls, coupled with the kind of imagination seen here, could make a huge difference in livability.

@KatieSalley

4 жыл бұрын

Makes me want to do something with mine!!

@tmass1

4 жыл бұрын

it's because vertical space is nice... not everyone wants to jam as much shit as possible into their spaces. If you can afford a larger place with more breathing room, do it.

the first non pretentious tiny home person. This guy is great and you can tell he loves this for himself not for popularity.

@shadesofgray5476

4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't say he was the first non-pretentious tiny home person but I agree that he is genuine and his apartment looks great. Full of good ideas.

@sqd8r

4 жыл бұрын

yup, agreed wholeheartedly.

@benjaminbaldwin2396

4 жыл бұрын

Its nice

@Notwokenorant

4 жыл бұрын

Non pretentious? Yes, the popular "22-year-old-bike-messenger-with-eight-pieces-of-clothing-living-in-the-city" type. Yep. Not pretentious at all. How about a burger king cook, or the dishwasher at your favorite deli? Or do they not let those types live in co'ops? Not pretentious at all. Lmao.

@geoaerorider4589

4 жыл бұрын

scott campbell got his feelings hurt.

People like him are so important, because they pave the way for others to realize their ambition to live in smaller spaces. Everytime I see one of these tiny home videos it is always the same fight between the home owner and the local building codes.

@shavonnerichardson2317

4 жыл бұрын

Christopher Imler because the government feels like they’re being cut out. It’s a shame. The country is growing in population and the only things the government is worrying about is, can they make money.

For what little space he’s been given, he has really maximized it to meet his needs. Respect.

The idea of micro apartments are amazing and this guy did a great job meeting HIS needs.

He is right with the convertible thing. I had a convertible bed and was too lazy to convert it every day twice a day.

@thedbq1

8 жыл бұрын

i always think that. that's why i always wonder why people love convertible things so much. maybe they're not the lazy type like i am haha.

@mariebernier3076

4 жыл бұрын

@@thedbq1 Well, now I hate to be the contrarian, but some convertibles work better than others. Convertible couches are horrible but I used a Murphy bed for about 5 years that lifted up easily and I didn't really mind putting it up. Think you have to really determine if it's a motion you;re likely to perform, or, like you said, if you;re a convertible type of person.

@bigguy321

4 жыл бұрын

I've got mixed feelings about "convertible" stuff too. I lived 12 years in a 250 foot studio in manhattan and every day I turned the futon bed into a couch in the morning and back into a bed at night. It was fine at the time (the few times I didn't make it a couch in the morning because I was running late or whatever I would come home and feel depressed with coming home and walking into an unmade bedroom). But 15 years later I really don't want to go back to that lifestyle.

@lsamoa

4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

@lukemwills

4 жыл бұрын

I hardly even make my bed. I would definitely never convert it!

I could live in this tiny, comfortable, functional, virtually underground, micro-home. I loved how he personalized it to his requirements and lifestyle. Good on him!!!

@theway5563

4 жыл бұрын

Susie X - You could say the same about any house with stairs, as well. I know because of my husband’s on and off mobility problems.

... Wait for it ... soaking tub at 6:05 ... didn't see THAT coming ... awesome!!!

@tmass1

4 жыл бұрын

dumb honestly

@tizocwave7729

4 жыл бұрын

@@tmass1 your gay

I'd just add some very strong barring to the window, and a one-way mirror coating, I'd not like to literally live next to a sidewalk with no protection.

@primalghost9470

4 жыл бұрын

its ok he lives in a white area

@shieroc

4 жыл бұрын

@@primalghost9470 looks like Bell Town. It's fun but dicey.

@tbone1309

4 жыл бұрын

Especially in shithole Seattle

@surfside75

4 жыл бұрын

But, on the other hand he CAN simply exit via that sidewalk window😂

@romario5080

4 жыл бұрын

Imagine a drunk pissing on your workspace in the middle of the night

Mr. Sauer, you are a nugget and a credit to our species...this is civilized and lovely. Great job!

This is by far still the most punk rock micro apartment/tiny house I've seen on KZread.

Interesting he had a 3 year tussle with Seattle City over his small living space, the same city council that is desperately trying to deal with its 10 year old extreme homeless problem!

@OfftoShambala

8 жыл бұрын

one thing you will NEVER hear an architect or people in construction say, "the city has so much common sense."

@susanh98110

8 жыл бұрын

Believe that.

@largol33t1

7 жыл бұрын

My parents run a restaurant. During the construction phase, I looked over some of the laws and couldn't believe how DUMB the city council could be. I mean, seriously: if the building occupies XXX square feet, you cannot install more than one toilet per gender! Unbelievable. Now we have to get used to two people outside the men and women's restrooms all the time, even on a verrrrryy slow day.

@OfftoShambala

7 жыл бұрын

largol33t1 that is extremely odd, and not surprising.... in our area, they want 2 toilets for small offices where only 4 or 5 people are working (this was a specific project I worked on, the city killed it) ... and all kinds of other requirements that make a lot of people abandon their projects as the costs are driven so high by unecessary requirements... I used to work in the architectural field and my Dad is an architect, and you will NEVER hear any of them ever say, "Oh, the City really knows what they are doing, they are like the voice of reason and only have everyone's best interest at heart."

@whatyousaidbud

7 жыл бұрын

+OfftoShambala tru dat brotha! I mean I agreewith you, I work in construction in the UK and it's the same here!

I've watched this several times now and enjoy it every time. The space is so cleverly and aesthetically constructed that I pick up on something every time I watch it.

this is THE most efficient one I've seen good job dude, also I need to hire him

@scarbo7234

7 жыл бұрын

He's an engineer, not an architect. I don't think he'd take commissions, mate.

@johannak1983

7 жыл бұрын

In my country, architects are engineers. :o

@scarbo7234

7 жыл бұрын

johannak1983 I agree, architects are engineers but he wasn't trained to be an architect, was he? He was trained to be an engineer at a specific domain. If he had the professional training and knowledge of an architect, I wouldn't have commented. I praise him for his skills and intelligent mind. So can we please drop this.

@johannak1983

7 жыл бұрын

I have no idea what kind of engineer he is, I just commented on something that sounded weird to me. Didn't try to start anything. No need to be so rude.

@foxybuilds1413

7 жыл бұрын

Edward Reyes same

Exactly, you gotta love a professional like this that doesn't just go through the motions and collect a pay check. Great job Steve!

By far one my FAVOURITE houses covered by kirsten--the genius and level of creativity this guy has, plus, the freakin HOT TUB?! Once in a lifetime type of people, in my opinion.

He could leave through his window.

@benjaminvesterskov682

7 жыл бұрын

Kaneki Ken

@kateli1880

4 жыл бұрын

Well you wouldn’t want to give it away that he’s living there and have thieves break thru window.

@shavonnerichardson2317

4 жыл бұрын

Kaneki Ken lmao. That’s so true.

@the_hanged_clown

4 жыл бұрын

I'd be paranoid af w/o some bars on that window

@user-ld1so1jw8f

4 жыл бұрын

hang da clown its seattle, nothing will happen

I love how his bathroom fit so beautifully under the loft style extra bed. Perfect use of material to create a moisture seal. Amazing

one of the best featured houses I´ve seen. Not for a family, but for singles and couples who are just starting in life.

I love the idea of living in smaller space and use each objects to it's full potential, finding this channel is like the best thing in my life.

Drew Carey's home is really nice.

@sunsetnwaves

8 жыл бұрын

Lol he does look like Drew

@peaveawwii1

8 жыл бұрын

+Jacob Estes I thought this was Drew Carey doing an infomercial. Then I started to read the comments. Wow. I need to get some fresh air.

@Samu-oe9pf

4 жыл бұрын

@kettlebelle1 bruh no

This is just incredible! Love how the soaking tub fits into the floor.

Steve put allot of thought into how he would use his space, identified what spaces needed separation, maximize light flow, built vertically, customized Ikea to fit his project. Great job. Did anyone else wonder with all his talent, why is the tub in the hall way? Couldn't he build it into the bathroom space? I think if the area outside the window could be a personal garden/deck, I could live this way.

"levels Jerry, levels" -Cosmo Kramer

@ryanryan2734

4 жыл бұрын

ufo69691 I was looking for this comment!

I would not really like to live in it but this is clearly one of the most thoughfully designed micro apartments featured here on KZread (being an aircraft interior design clearly has its benefits).

I love how he just casually mentionins that he can fit two people in his bed and in the tub.

@schizophrenicprojection5126

4 жыл бұрын

I caught that too.

@UsadBroo

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah he said that like he's definitely done it before. That's some intimate proximity, especially in the tub.

@ShiningWray

4 жыл бұрын

Maybe he's single and looking? 🤭

In all my years, i've never once seen a big home as cozy and comfortable as these small ones.

I come back and watch this periodically because it's so amazing. I need to get this guy or someone like him to help me haha.

He impressed me as sensitive, creative, humble and brilliant. Too little space for me - I like to dance - but he's done a remarkable job.

I really love and appreciate the thought that you have put into your micro appartment! You're extremely talented and think out side of the box. Your creativity is amazing!!! The bathroom and the space for your daughter when she was young.... so ingenious! The heating wow creative! The bathtub is so wonderful! For one person is great. All the trouble you went through for permits, glad you stuck with it. Your home is a work of art in itself! Thank you for sharing!

I would personally hate living in such a small space but I admire the ingenuity of the people who make them work. Their ideas are womderful for keeping any space organized. It is an art form.

These spaces are not mansions or farms. They are extremely efficient dwellings for dense urban living. IOW, practical. To constantly complain about them being too small, can't bring a girl home, etc. is entirely missing the point. If you don't have a lot of crap or people living with you these spaces are absolutely perfect. I rent a house and live alone. I would estimate I use about 15% of my total square footage regularly which is kind of a waste, wouldn't you agree? Most of my house is really just storage for my crap that I'm not using. When I'm home I'm either at my desk or in the kitchen, then I'm sleeping and get up and go out. In the future with the downsizing of families and continued US population growth, these "homes" will become even more commonplace than the McMansions which time has passed IMHO.

@rockstarofredondo

4 жыл бұрын

How is there a downsizing of families AND a continued population growth?

@kaj9210

4 жыл бұрын

This. My family of 4 lives in a 6 bedroom home, and rarely use half of the rooms (second family room, office, linen closet, 2 rooms, etc)

@mackereltabbie

3 жыл бұрын

I had 17m2 as a student, with a much simpler layout: full size bathroom, full size floor to ceiling wardrobe, tiny kitchen area, 1 bed + 1 sofa + 1 small table + 1 living room chair + 1 desk chair + 1 massive desk along one wall w/ matching shelf above it. I had everything I needed, and I could definitely bring a girl home ;) If I lived in a big city I'd have been thrilled to own an apartment like that. I'd have redecorated, since it was really ugly and there was far too much unused wall space on the desk wall, but I really wouldn't need more.

@karld1791

2 жыл бұрын

@@rockstarofredondo there is no increase of children in the world over the last couple decades. People are living longer so the population is still going up until deaths start equalling births and we stabilize, I’ve seen estimates of 11 billion. We probably need to live more like this author for 11 billion to live sustainably.

he is free, no mortgage no monthly payments no real debts.that is what counts

@milk2percent416

6 жыл бұрын

They don't like the fact that an 18 year old kid can buu one of these and nver need a new house for the next humdred or so years. If anything breaks it literally gonna be $100 dollars cause it's so small

@dreadpiraterobertsii4420

4 жыл бұрын

Yes but on the same hand you can’t raise a family or have friends over granted living in one of these only for few years to save for said dream house would work well

@plukke_b2048

4 жыл бұрын

@@dreadpiraterobertsii4420 just buy the storage spaces next to you

@aryastark3148

4 жыл бұрын

@@dreadpiraterobertsii4420 this is my dream space. I'm not having kids and would be comfortable living with a partner in a small apartment (and have done it).

@vanessaruiz4705

4 жыл бұрын

@@dreadpiraterobertsii4420 not everyone wants that anyway. Well, friends yeah but friends just come for a visit and leave.

its funny how he can go out from the window right away when he is in a hurry.

@Polioooo0

8 жыл бұрын

+ian sulistio ayee lmao

@jenkapro4017

8 жыл бұрын

+C. Paul ayy lmao

@MrJest2

8 жыл бұрын

+Ian Ian (Ayam Berkokok) Great escape if the building catches fire, or perhaps an earthquake (assuming the rest of the building doesn't fall in on his place and crushes him to death immediately...).

@malkovichjohn142

8 жыл бұрын

+MrJest2 You're not supposed to go outside in an earthquake...

@MrJest2

8 жыл бұрын

Malkovich, John Depends on where you're at. Earthquakes are (mostly) harmless. It's buildings that kill people.

Superb. Really very good quality, intelligent practical design as well as construction. Love the tub. Love the way you've avoided geeky impractical convertible spaces. You've just made maximum use of the space, shapes and light etc. to produce a pleasant 3-dimensional 'studio' apartment. You're not a generalist, you're a true polymath, who's range of skills includes, importantly, the ability to negotiate with modern myopic bureaucracy!

@katerinadicamella

8 жыл бұрын

agreed, personally I don't mind staying tiny space as well constructed as this. love it!!!

@linnymaemullins3319

3 жыл бұрын

So well phrased🤔😍

What a beautiful space. I love to see tiny houses and stuff, but this is on a whole different level. Beautiful.

Best small space video I've seen to date. Thanks for sharing!

I'm from Seattle and it's a shame the some permits can get in the way of small living. With our Seattle populations exploding, and being unable to rent or buy a home with skyrocketing costs, It truly makes sense to encourage people to build smaller spaces.

I wonder if I'm the only person that gets excited when watching things like this. It just amazes me how some people live in these small spaces. I applaud anyone who does this, the smallest living space I would go for is 500 sq ft

This is probably my favourite "small house". The guy is super chill, and he knew exactly what he wanted out of his home when he built it and made sacrifices where he felt comfortable (building everything himself, a slightly too short bed, etc) but kept the luxuries he wanted (the bikes, the tub). Really cool design too! I love it!

Ha ha, I used to walk past this place on my way to and from the office and bus stop! I had no idea this cool micro apartment was there. I LOVE everything about it! I am glad he managed to get this approved. There are far too many regulations around this sort of home. I also agree 100% with what he said about boats. They do so much with very tiny spaces and I wish these ideals/practices were found in more homes.

Grown man in his tricked out "Fort" is how this strikes me! So fun that he enjoys a different way to live. Way to go!

@kathberry8

8 жыл бұрын

+Deanna D ....I thought 'fort' too..

I got a spontaneusly smile! Really like the positive attitude of this people in tiny homes.

I love this!!! Cities really should make ways for people to do more of this kind of stuff. This is great for any person willing and physically able to live in something like this. I mean what a great way to use wasted space! This guy is a genius!

The golden rule for small homes: homes that have a feeling of opening out/embracing the surrounding environment, either natural or man-made.

After watching this video, I'm very proud being an engineer, I wish I can make everything myself just like what you did :)

Exceedingly clever use of the space, and most of it custom-designed and self-constructed. I can see a few adaptations I'd make if I lived there, such as a flip-down step to the "cafe" area and more comfortable seating for the TV.

This is one of the most impressive accomplishments I’ve ever seen. Bravo. 👍🏼

With the housing crisis in Seattle, you’d think the city would want to hire this gent to make dwellings in all the city’s nooks and crannies.

@lilrustee

4 жыл бұрын

Diane Taylor yes. Brilliantly thought out and excellent execution.

@Mrs.TJTaylor

4 жыл бұрын

jfsfrnd That sounds about right.

Wouldn't it be awesome if this design was picked up by housing committees as standard student dwellings?

@Sheribeth55

9 жыл бұрын

Tom Bruggeman Yes!

@TheStraatjutter

8 жыл бұрын

+Ryan S. Honesty if half the furniture was made out of cardboard that would only make it cooler.

@TheStraatjutter

8 жыл бұрын

Riley , you do know that you can treat it right? People have made boats that way.

@MrBeaux

8 жыл бұрын

+Tom Bruggeman A lot of Ikea furniture is basically made of cardboard.

@zg6879

7 жыл бұрын

MrBeaux ikea is not that bad if you know what you're doing

I'm really impressed with how he made the space efficient and comfortable for his needs. Everything is tailored just for him. Bravo on a job well done!

Nice!! very similar to what i did with an old moving truck that was abandoned in my backyard -i transformed it -lived in it -and subletted the actual house to friends to raise myself out of poverty :) ROCK ON!!

Fantastic apartment, one of the best I've seen! Congratulations! Love the different levels, especially the cafe space. Very creative use of materials. Absolutely love it!

One word: respect.

I hope it's not lost how good a carpenter this guy is. Serious skill.

Such a genuine and likeable guy...and what an interesting and useful space. Well done and thanks for not giving up!

Amazing guy. Incredibly clever and thrifty, everything is so thought out and fresh feeling. Love it

I love this place! I wish people, cities, builders were thinking about spaces 300~600sq. ft. as solutions for individuals in my area (Waterloo, Ontario, Canada). Practical, affordable living should be available for those of us who don't need a 3200 sq. ft. house. Well done on squeezing life comfortably into 182 sq. ft!

Strong, solid, useful, practical and actually homey and fun.

This man is a genius. I love this place, the quality materials, the vertical dimension of the "rooms". I also have a small space that I refurbished, so I know what it takes. Good luck with your next project!

The soaking tub seems nice. Just having the option to sit and soak when you're feeling under the weather would be nice. I have a stall shower, so I miss having the option of a bath.

@user-yb6tk1ru6x

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Good feature and a smart way of squeezing it in.

This guy is my hero.

Still one of my favorites of the many amazing apartments you've posted over the years!

I wish they would make a video of how they did every little thing and show the places they work with the wood and metal, including all the tools they used. Right now this is just magic.

NIce! For a single person that is just about perfect I reckon and I don't see what the problem was with the occupancy certificate as it is obviously MUCH better than living in a tunnel. The only complaint I had was the lack of some sort of security in the window (nothing to stop some prick jumping in and thieving stuff whilst your back is turned). Though that window would make a nice spot to work from with the laptop I reckon.

Whoa, super cute!!!

This is the best tiny house space I've seen out of many (not that others aren't as aesthetically appealing or functional). This guy really put a lot of thought into this space - perhaps he should design tiny homes on the side!

This is one of my favorite small spaces that i have seen. I have always imagined living in a small space in a city. This oneI could totally see myself living in permanently. I like all the levels.

I love your apartment.I wish I was as organized.

this is the most awesome apartment I've ever seen, just wow

Don’t know why but I will come visit this video once in a while. Been doing that since 2015. ❤️

This is by far the most liveable home I have seen on here. They say women are better interior designers. This guy should teach a class in Seattle how to live in a smaller space.

moral of the story: become an engineer so that when you grow up and can't afford your dream home, you can build it

Brilliant engineer.

As small spaces go. This is pretty epic. Comfy cozy. Best use of space. Amazing job.

One of the best micro apartments videos on youtube!

An engineers favorite home-project is something he can talk about all day in every detail never losing the enthusiasm and not realizing he lost his non-engineer audience after the first couple of minutes. - Not meant in a bad way tho. I'm used to this and by now I kinda think it's one of the most adorable things a person can do.

i would live there no problem! its amazing that he made everything himself!

Wow! We live on a boat and have more room than that! It feels cramped on our boat sometimes, but mostly we love it...we can go anywhere we want and have a beautiful view along with it. I think that he's simply using his brain and his skills. He may decide he wants more later one...or perhaps less. Who knows. It's his life. Go for it, Steve!!

A brilliant use of ingenuity, passion for engineering and handworking skill. Well done!

Wow. You did quite a job. I would love this apartment.

this was great !!! Marvellous work !!

I love his shoes all over everything. The bathtub is awesome.

It takes an engineer to change the world. We need more of them.

Awesome space!!!

What happens if you come home drunk??? I would imagine this place would be a nightmare. LOL

@cornelldaniel

8 жыл бұрын

lol

@cannack

8 жыл бұрын

+Carlos Lira well yeah, but at least you wouldn't break anything,

@cornelldaniel

8 жыл бұрын

I will feel claustrophobic and die😞😗😁

@harrylawson1634

8 жыл бұрын

Lol could even damage some of the pipes. Plus, imaging having sex in that tiny bed XD

@queerasfcukgirl

8 жыл бұрын

+Carlos Lira Not everyone's a Lush ...

This space is really cool! Everything a person needs and laid out very efficiently. Guy did a great job! Design is spot on! 👍

he couldn't have done it better. he's an amazing man.

I love the idea of the little spa in the ground

felt a little claustrophobic watching it :( Used to open spaces man, wouldnt wanna be underground :)

@JacqueLewis

8 жыл бұрын

+Karan Trivedi I'm with you on that... #props to Steve though

Use of space is pure genius! I've seen this apartment before and it is the most impressive use of small space ever! The kitchen and bath areas are killer! Saved to favorites!👍💕😁

This guy is awesome! Engineers are such resourceful and creative people.

I want to hire this mane to make my bedroom the ULTIMATE zone.

@sharcs

10 жыл бұрын

I was thinking exactly the same thing, get him to convert one of the rooms in the house into the ultimate lazy zone.

@TheMabiNerd

10 жыл бұрын

Would be pretty awesome!

There's way more amenities in there than a motorhome, that's for sure.

This is very well crafted, I like all the handrails, it makes it more secure. Home invasion could be a problem depending on the neighborhood, but it provides a rapide exit in case of fire. This place feels like a nest, a tree house, it brings me back to childhood dreams. Very cozy. He probably fills the bathtub with the hose in one of the kitchen drawer. Good soundproofing is the key to find peace in such a place.

I've watched so many small apartment on KZread how they organise their spaces, by far this one certainly make one of the best I've seen!

AMAZING!!!!

This makes my 500 sqft loft project look like a fat abuse of space. Amazing features in this project

This is a work of art. What an incredible mind this man has. Thank you for sharing your brilliance with us.

This Man is a Pure Genius !!!