We Built a Shipping Container Home

Building a shipping container home has been a dream years in the making and today, it finally comes true. The idea to build a house out of shipping containers was definitely one of the wildest ones we've had and if you've been joining our weekly videos for any amount of time you know that's saying something!

Join us every Sunday as we continue to create off the grid homestead vlogs, sharing our adventures as we build our own alternative lifestyle, living simply in the wild wonderful off grid forest!

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How did we get here?
After a year of full time travel living the van life, we had to adapt when the world changed. To keep busy we’ve converted our tiny house on wheels into a fully functioning off grid home that has everything we need. Realizing that none of us know how long this new normal will stick around, we made the decision that building a home here was the best decision we could make. We've spent the last year doing EVERYTHING involved with coordinating and planning the build ourselves as well as setting up this off grid property to be able to provide us with the the food we'll need in the future. That led us to needing a place to live while we realized our dream of building a shipping container home. After lots of searching we finally discovered Geodesic Dome's and it was the perfect fit for us while we took our time with the container home.

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[tylerandtodd]

WE DID IT!!!! This has been SUCH an emotional rollercoaster to make this day a reality and every single one of you who tune in every Sunday are apart of this moment too (I really hope you're celebrating with us tonight too). I’m sure you noticed that the container home has been here for 3 months now and we want you to know, there’s a reason why we haven’t shared it with you until today. Truthfully, the last few months have been filled with some of the most challenging moments of our life, but that’s a story for next time. Today, we’re choosing to focus on the high and celebrate a moment we’ve worked so hard to make happen. If you enjoyed the video, it would mean the world if you could leave some love in the comment section, give the video a thumbs up and MOST importantly share it with your friends and family. Whether it's emailing or texting them this video, it helps YouTube know that it’s a video worth watching. Until next Sunday, we love you and thank you again for joining us on this adventure xoxo, T&T 💛

[Vanwives]

YAY FRIENDS!! So proud of you both!! What a special moment. We’re so happy we could be by your sides for it! CHEERS to your next chapter 💛💛💛

[madstarr]

A round of applause to everyone involved! You all formed a magnificent team and got it done!! Congrats

[carolemckibbon]

Oh my goodness guys!! I am so glad to know that I was watching this 3 months later and everything turned out well because what a massive job that was. It had so many scary parts to setting those containers in place, going over your panels dodging trees rain Etc. Everyone of those people you had working there deserved a medal. I hope that sometime during the last 3 months you two have just taken a few minutes to look back and appreciate all that you have accomplished in the last few years. It's been a massive achievement done mostly by your own hands. Y'all have become true craftsmen. Love you both. Enjoy your winter and get some REST!!!

[sarawarrener]

Jazz and Crystal you did an amazing job capturing the raw emotion on Tyler and Todd’s faces as well as wonderful footage of the containers being placed. A wonderful keepsake for the guys❤️❤️

[cherreellewellyn]

Wow round of applause to the crane driver and all the crew, to be able to thread those containers through all the trees. Amazing to watch, thanks for filming it guys.

[joyfullove]

Wow! 🎉 The crews, you guys, Vanwives… everyone pitching in - that was huge to get four containers in that spot! My heart is happy for you! ♥️🤩😊

[kole_rayn_forest]

OMG the new intro graphic with the container home!!!! I cried this whole episode....no joke! I'm so excited for you boys! This journey has been such a great experience for us viewers to enjoy and the planning you've put into this project and your videos are paying off. Mahalo for bringing us all along and for creating such a great community with your channel.
P.S. An extra special shout out and thank you to @thevanwives for shooting such beautiful footage of you boys!

[helenkelly]

How you kept this a secret since August is a freaking miracle in its self! So happy for you both!

[keithmillay]

I’m so impressed by your solution to a permanent home. I’m an architect in London (UK) where there are a number of projects using containers, mostly multi family or office. What a fantastic solution for a single family home. Mega congrats. 🎉

[activegalactic]

I wasn’t expecting to be in tears today and yet I felt all this emotion after seeing that big heartfelt smile on Todd’s face. Well done and congratulations!!

[brianconnor]

This is certainly a rollercoaster thrill ride! Precarious stress-test moments overcome by rugged determination and endurance. Inspiring to see the huge accomplishment and the joy it brings. The welding of the home is symbolic of the tremendous strength of the bond that holds Tyler and Todd together, and the steel is symbolic of the heroic strength of their character. The finishing touches yet to come will be symbolic of how gorgeous they are. So, we already know that the end result is going to be breathtakingly beautiful. That home will be the crown of the absolutely remarkable paradise they created. Of course we are all on the edge of our seats waiting to see more. You guys never cease to amaze. 👏❤️

[fritzrathmann]

I thought I recognized Crystal's voice. Glad you had a friend there to share milestone with you. Usually Tyler's the emotional one, so it's good to see stoic Todd shedding tears. Just goes to show what an amazing accomplish this is for you two. Congratulations, guys.

[ronahmann]

I cannot begin to imagine how stressful/exciting/emotional that day had to have been for you!!! Those workers are masters at their craft. It seems like they were so determined to get this install done and came up with some clever ideas in order to make it happen.
So fun that Jazz and Crystal were there to share in the big day too. It looks absolutely AMAZING. I am so looking forward to continuing to watch your journey to completion. Thanks for taking us along!!!

[luminyam]

Wow, that was an insane and exciting episode. Omg that crane over top of the solar panels, yikes!! It was wonderful. I am so glad the Vanwives got in on the excitement. How I love all you guys. So glad no one got hurt and that everything is in place. Thank you for an incredible episode 💖🥳💖🥳

[mattandkelli]

How incredible is that house!?! I cannot wait to see more! Always love catching up with you all on Sundays and am shedding tears alongside you at this amazing and exciting chapter unfolding. You are such wonderfully inspiring humans - thanks for letting us join you on all your adventures ❤

[dawnpariseau]

I feel like the proudest mom watching my sons create more of your dreams. This is going to be more of a incredible achievement. Love you both momma D

[nanooksky]

Hi!😊 Why am I so happy for people I don’t really even know? You two radiate something SO GOOD…always great vibes!💚☀️

[PaulMRRN]

" Shipping container " doesn't do justice to the elements you've fabricated and placed on your land. The " cargo " in these shipping containers is truly special. What a modern barn raising ! Mavel tov to you both + plus two dogs and a squirrel.

[m-j.]

I've been waiting for this day! WOW!!! I was on the edge of my seat watching the containers go over the solar panels. What an experience!!! So happy for you and thank you so much for letting us share this journey with you. You mentioned that there were a lot of challenges over the past 3 months, but regardless of what they are or were, you have a supportive family not just in Nova Scotia, but on YouTube.