Building My Dream Home in Bali: The Ultimate Journey

TLDRFollow my 16-month journey of building my dream home in Bali, facing challenges, making mistakes, and witnessing the highs and lows of the construction process.

Key insights

🏡Building a dream home in Bali has its challenges and setbacks.

🔨Proper leveling, subflooring, and hardwood flooring are important steps in creating a cozy home.

🪑Custom-made doors and decorative ceilings add a unique touch to the interior design.

🏊‍♂️Creating a pool requires careful planning, selection of stones, and proper lighting design.

🌿Incorporating recycled and sustainable materials, such as Cal Timber's hardwood, adds an eco-friendly aspect to the home.

Q&A

What were some of the challenges faced during the construction process?

The construction process faced challenges such as delays, mistakes in design, and the need to make changes to preserve a tree within the property.

What materials were used for the flooring?

The flooring used in the home is Ulin hardwood from Cal Timber, which is a sustainable and recycled material.

How were custom doors and decorative ceilings created?

The doors were meticulously carved by a skilled craftsman called Pakade, using a wood called marau. The decorative ceilings were made using black decorative plywood on the outside and white plywood on the inside.

What considerations were taken in creating the pool?

The pool required careful selection of greenstone stones, installation of water filtration systems, and the use of RGB lighting for color customization.

What eco-friendly measures were implemented in the construction?

The construction utilized recycled materials and sustainable practices, such as using Cal Timber's hardwood, which is sourced from repurposed old roads, bridges, and boats.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Over the course of 16 months, I document my journey of building my dream home in Bali, facing challenges and setbacks along the way.

05:39The installation of Ulin hardwood flooring adds warmth and coziness to the home, requiring proper leveling and subflooring.

09:23Custom-made doors and decorative ceilings are meticulously crafted and carved, adding a unique touch to the interior design.

09:49The pool construction involves careful selection of greenstone stones, water filtration systems, and RGB lighting for color customization.

11:22Incorporating recycled and sustainable materials, such as Cal Timber's hardwood, adds an eco-friendly aspect to the home.