Living in the Mountains: An Adventure in Self-Building

TLDRFollow my journey as I build and renovate my cabin in the mountains, tackling challenges and creating a self-sustained lifestyle.

Key insights

🏔️Living in the mountains offers a unique and adventurous lifestyle.

🔨Taking on the challenge of self-building requires resilience and patience.

🌱Creating a self-sustained lifestyle involves careful planning and learning new skills.

🏡Renovating and designing the cabin requires creativity and attention to detail.

🔥Finding joy in simple things like cooking on an open fire or enjoying the view.

Q&A

Is it difficult to live in the mountains?

Living in the mountains comes with its challenges, but the breathtaking views and unique lifestyle make it worth it.

How do you learn the necessary building skills?

Through a combination of online research, learning from professionals, and hands-on experience, I have acquired the skills needed for self-building.

How much does the renovation cost?

While I don't keep a precise record of expenses, I estimate that I have spent around €30,000 on the renovation so far.

What is the biggest challenge in renovating the cabin?

One of the biggest challenges is working with heavy materials like wood and creating a structurally sound roof for the mountainous environment.

Do you plan to live off-grid?

Yes, my goal is to create a self-sustained lifestyle. I have already implemented solar panels and plan to continue exploring sustainable options.

Timestamped Summary

04:34Just returned from Granada, a beautiful city in Spain where I took a holiday with my family. Discussing the challenges of traveling and the desire to do more family trips in the future.

05:29Describing the appeal of Granada, a city with a rich mix of cultures. Mentioning plans to have more animals on the property, such as chickens and goats, in the future.

07:47Answering viewer questions about privacy, accepting help, and the benefits of having a community.

11:00Discussing the frequency of trips to nearby towns and cities, the challenges of winter travel, and the importance of planning and perseverance in renovation projects.

15:45Reflecting on the worst and best days of the mountain living journey, including the camp being ruined in a storm and the satisfaction of completing projects.

20:00Informing viewers about renovation costs, the learning process involved, and the challenges and rewards of self-sustained living in the mountains.