Off Grid Outdoor Kitchen at the Log Cabin, Why Build It?
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- čas přidán 10. 06. 2018
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I'm building the outdoor kitchen at the off grid homestead because it gets too hot inside the log cabin when i cook with the wood stove in the summer. The cabin stays nice and cool under the shade of the forest trees, but it does not stay that way if I cook inside over the fire. Why did I put it so close to the cabin and out in front? The same reason your kitchen at home is in the most convenient location for living - it's the hub, the heart of the home. I do not want to walk too far from the cabin to cook my meals on the grill or in the pizza bread oven, especially if it's raining or snowing out.
Why is the roof line uneven and sweeping up? The west side is higher than the right to let the smoke from the barbecue escape easier and also to get it up higher out of the way of sparks from the grill and the rocket stove. Besides the practical reason, I wanted to create more an of an organic shape rather than the typical sloped roof.
Where did I get the building material from? The logs I cut down last year on my own property, on my friend's property and on my sister's property. The 1" boards I purchased from a small local mill for a very cheap price. I am handcutting the cedar shakes from the offcuts from the log cabin as well as from other trees.
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Thanks for watching again. I am sitting inside on this beautiful day editing another video for release on Wednesday, appropriately about how I'm dealing with the bugs. Up until now, they haven't been an issue really in the immediate area around the cabin, but for the past few days, I'm getting extra annoyed by mosquitoes, blackflies and deer flies - triple threat! My solution - get out on the lake and go fishing as much as possible!
Enjoying the progress.
Hey Shawn - love watching what your doing and achieving! I watch every Friday after work and dream how I can achieve something like you have on my weekends. I've spent time in the Huntsville area (primarily Dorset and Dwight) and still can't figure out how to manage the bugs. Although not self reliant, have you ever tried the electronic repellents? Is there any reliable solution you recommend or tried with some success?
Great minds Shawn. My wife, my son and I are moving into a new large property next week. My first project is an outside kirchen area with grill and pizza oven. 🍕🍗🍤🍖👍
Cheers from bonnie Scotland
My Self Reliance Shawn I didn't ask questions about the shape I figured it was for storage of wood and high off shape roof for air coming in for stoves to breath better and smoke!
You could put a bug screen around the outdoor kitchen.
hello Shawn, I love to watch you creating all those beautiful things. I am a 71 year old women and I am in a lot of pain , but watching you create all those lovely meals too, I can just relax and be amazed. thank you. Best wishes to you and your wife not forgetting Cali. Jane from Derbyshire England.
It’s always so refreshing to hear from you, a normal person with his head in the right place,
when what feels like the rest of this world is behaving like spoiled kids arguing in the sanbox.
Thank you for keeping my sanity in check.
Hello Shawn - I am an architect; just want to let you know I really appreciate and welcome your "organic" outdoor kitchen, and also love the fact that you can build these structures from the heart: not from some IBC / IRC cookbook! Sometimes I wish I could do the same... but ah - you know - life safety and safety first. Really fun watching you put this together and I think it is fun for you too! Well done and many thanks for sharing.
Thanks Chris. My background is commercial roofing and rooftop solar, so I feel the same. I think the way I built these two buildings is a little bit of my rebellion.
The kitchens appearance is coming from you and your creative mind, its an artistic flair and I find that you can build houses for a living and its just a job, but build one for yourself and its a part of who you are. on a side note I think it would be Tolkien approved as well.
I am absolutely sure the out door kitchen is going to be Awesome.
That is going to look something sharp when it is done! Great video Shawn! Like it when you talk more. You are a very well spoken man!
Amazing that you have welcomed 400K + mostly strangers into your life and have treated us like family, you are a dying breed Shawn, thanks as always.
Congrats on the FOUR HUNDRED THOUSAND subscribers!
Can't wait for the next episode!
Thanks Shawn, I always watch your videos as soon as they're put up, unless I'm underground......yeah you had me second guessing on why the roof is so cockeyed, then an elation struck me, 'Shawn did it that way for a reason' , lol!
Nothing better than a day in the woods. Thanks for the video!
Really neat project, your logic for having an outdoor kitchen makes perfect sense to me. I hate the heat in the summer! Love to see your work. Congrats on 400K subscribers.
Always staggered by your craftsmanship Shawn. I look forward to watching your videos every Saturday morning with a cup of coffee (here in the UK).
In the last 6 months being stuck at home sick has left me bored and questioning my lifestyle. Your videos have inspired me to become more self reliant. To make more and buy less. To make time doing things that I enjoy and spending more time with my wife, daughters and dog.
Thank you Shawn, you are changing lives for the better. May it long continue
Hi Shawn. Thanks for the update your spoiling us with this fantastic update on a Monday but a big thumbs up too Looking forward to seeing you next video on Friday. 👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Thank you for the mini video (a nice surprise) it’s lovely to hear your plans and an update.
Far away from the hustle and bustle...nurturing your soul. Truly admire your hard work and determination Shawn. Enjoy the fruits of your labor, tranquility, serenity and peace of mind. Many blessings.🍀🐾
I was really scratching my head on this build, and now it all makes total sense. Also, I admire how you do what you can, but also don't get caught up in the "purity" of any topic like off grid, or hand tools, or log cabins, whatever. Makes it much more approachable. Thanks, and take care.
Hi again! Perfect answer to the problem of best inside the cabin. Fun as always watching the kitchen grow. I'm still amazed some of the things you do! Even if you didn't need it the kitchen as you described would be fun anyway. If it works you don't knock it right!?! What works for you folks is how it should be! Nature is so special and you're in a great spot. Inside the cabin now looks so homey and comfortable now too. Great job Shawn! Thx for sharing your projects. It's been so fun tagging along! Give Cali an extra hug. Such a sweetheart! Keep on loving your life out there!!
Shawn, not only do we love to watch your progress but our dog loves seeing Cali!
... it's fun to watch your approach to structures, it is the 'real world' primitive approach IMO, to a functional life... not to mention, absolutely beautiful... Thanks for the videos & your time. i look forward to the future episodes. ;)
I definitely could live this way. A nature girl and hermit at heart. Love what you have done.
MY WIFE AND I REALLY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS,(as we live in MOJAVE DESERT off grid )
WE THINK WHAT YOU ARE DOING IS AS CLOSE TO NATURAL BUILDING AS YOU CAN GET ,WE COMMEND YOU FOR YOUR PERSEVERANCE !!THANK HEAVENS YOU HAVE NO CODE ENFORCEMENT OUT THERE..
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND KEEP FILMING. p.s. THANKS FOR LETTING US JOIN YOU ON THIS JOURNEY
Your ability to construct this solo (though Cali does a fantastic job of inspecting every shovel full of dirt you sling) is incredibly admirable, Shawn. Well done and I can't wait to see the kitchen complete.
Oohh... you are SO living my dream. But now I'm too old. Didn't give up my dream though, just modified it At 69 and a woman, my next project is a lean-to on the side of my garage. This year I'm scrounging material and next spring will start construction. What fun! Not quite what I had in mind, but it still makes me happy.
I love it. Keep it simple. keep it "organic," keep it 1800s. I like the crooked roof lines. James its perfect. I'm 100% in agreement. Two thumbs up.
I'm liking these random short ones more and more! thanks for your awesome work
I love the organic nature of the outdoor kitchen! I can already imagine the finished product. I feel like your cabin will take on a more rustic look over time. It will be interesting to compare images of the cabin at this stage with images five years from now. Keep up the great work.
Love your idea of keeping your building more organic. I have been following you for just over a year, love your videos. I live in Idaho now but use to live in Wisconsin. But I always try to get into the forest or mountains, now I camp in a small motorhome. I’m to old and disabled to go to far off the road. My wife and I built 3 homes and the last one was a log home in northern Wisconsin. Wish I could have done what you are doing, but I still enjoyed camping and enjoyed being out in nature!
Love the organic branches in the forest kitchen idea, and the moss spores on the cedar shakes.
Thanks for the kitchen update: you answered my (unasked) question about the irregular roofing.
Thanks for the update you’re doing a fantastic job keep up the good work my friend you’re living a dream that I wish I could live G-man out
Thank you Shawn!
Looking forward to the completion of your Outdoor Kitchen!
Blessings!
Awesome ... maybe, next step will be a small garden whit fresh veggies for the winter season.. you are our Boss.. love what you do.
This channel has grown nicely Shawn. The amount of support from everyone makes me feel blessed to be a subscriber. Special thanks to your wife and cali. You guys are insanely awesome.
Thanks! I feel the same about this community, very kind and supportive, not just of me, but of each other.
My Self Reliance very true however your experience, time and energy brought us all together for a great reason. Your art work 👍
I love the shape of the outdoor kitchen, very cool. A real forest feel and functional, keep up the videos. Thank you
400K Well-done pleased for you. I think your out side kitchen will be Awesome ! I love it.
Thank you for all those interesting explanations. I think it’s fine to do it in a different video so you don’t break the relaxing 😌 🌲🌿🌱 mood of the Friday feature.
This is a nice surprise for me after watching last Friday update. Great to hear about future plans ahead and work excited to know about another Cabin. It's definitely gonna be a great year for me. Thanks.❤️
Thank you for explaining the wonky roof line. I won't deny I was a little shocked when I saw it. You have always been so precise with your other builds.
This is totally my favorite cooking channel and I like the construction projects you have added to it.😊😊
Hey Shawn, watching your videos from across the globe (germany) and really liking it! You have inspired me to think more about stuff like "do I REALLY need this...? or should I just keep it simple and be happy with what I have" - These vids kinda make me wanna live more simplistic, to be more thankful for the little things. Since watching your channel (bout 4 months) I love to get out in the cool of the evening and work on projects with wood in our backyard, just listening to nature, building stuff. So.. I guess thanks for bringing out the peaceful side of me again I really enjoy it! Keep it up!!
Congrats on 400k!
I love how the outdoor kitchen is evolving. Love the roof line that's so cool looking. Great job!!!
400K and you have only just begun... shows hard work, humility and integrity pay off. Well done Sir. And love the organics of the kitchen.... fits the forest!
Great organic design on that roof. If you want the moss to grow quickly test to sprinkle on sour milk on the ceder roof and dress it with moss spores. Best wishes!
That's the plan
One of the best channels on CZcams Shawn! Thank you so much for sharing your adventure. I don't know how you find the time for all the building, shooting and editing, while still being a good dad and husband. Very admirable! My go to Friday morning videos! Keep up the great work!
I can't wait to see the 0ut Door Kitchen done and actually what it will look like, Shawn. You do S0 Nice Work. I'm really like'n what you do and make. Thanks❕
Love watching your story unfold shawn best wishes from Ireland
What a nice surprise to see you and the bugs here on Monday. Could you please include your wonderful family in some of your videos? Well besides Cali ....hi to Mrs Shawn and pats to Cali
Great videos, Shawn! This 70 yr. old man can't do what you do but I'd sure like to be there to help as much as I can. You are a true inspiration to all who watch.
Thanks for explaining the shapes of the forest kitchen. I enjoy you videos every Friday
Don't feel bad. It's your project, do what you want to! Let me tell you, I am amazed how you are motivated. I would have given up long ago. :)
Congrats on 400,000 subscribers!!! You should be very proud of this accomplishment. I can’t wait to see what comes in the future. Thanks again for keeping it real and keep hammering
You sir are the only person on CZcams that I don’t fast forward on . I wish you well from Victoria Australia
I think it’s a great idea to build a outdoor kitchen Shawn as being outdoors as much as we can is the best way to go .. can see that you are enjoying the process...
It makes my day when I see there is a new video. Thank you for sharing this journey. It's been amazing to follow; sharing your progress; hearing your thoughts; watching Cali...what a great dog; seeing your cooking skills; seeing the beauty; and hearing the birds. It doesn't get any better. The one thing I'd love to hear is more talking, telling us your plans, the challenges, and more of what your doing step by step. You have lots to share. Thanks Shawn.
Keep it up bro. Is your wife camera shy, even when she's there you don't see much of her? Give Cali girl a big hug, she is so adorable.
Love your videos each week mate, really inspiring. From Ireland.
Hallelujah became the whole forest beautiful and your home is the other beautiful good Regards from Morocco
At 52, I am still amazed of the rough beauty of our Canadian Shield and the change of seasons.
I have a habit of fast forwarding through most presenters "talking sessions". Over the years I have found them to be repetitive and usually egotistical, making for a boring video........with the exception of yours. I enjoy sitting back, watching you, and listening to your life perspectives. You are a purist and a true outdoors-man. Thanks for sharing.
I appreciate that Al
Wow...so much very good ideas!!!!..and cali is posing like a queen..,she seems so proud of her human!!👍🏽🌸💐🌺🌷😁👍🏽
Hi from Argentina.
I'd like to see you modifing the back sido of the log cabin to add a workshop. You have a very good skills with wood and it is wonderful to have a place to work comfortable. Specially in cold seasons.
Best regards!
When I was younger I spent many happy times in my Shop tinkering. 4 winter I have a woodstove out there. I'd get fire going and go out 2h later and she be cozy.
Now I tinker w/my LT & I still got lumber out there. When it comes 2 woodcraft I aint no Shawn. My motto? Y use 2-3 9Ps when I can use 4 6" bolts?
"Very functional kitchen of it's season so powered up,,, this place like this, will be my place aswell together with my partner in life.☺ 💪💪👍👍
all I want to say is thank you for such amazing work I really enjoyed watching every single one of your videos.
Can't wait for your episode(s) on the garden. Enjoy all your videos, and Cali is the greatest!
Still one of my favorite channels. Each episode a brilliant gem on its own right. Escapism indeed!!!
Great video mate, nothing better than getting home from working afternoon shift to find a new video by you!!!
What a great little update! You answered a lot of my questions as well. What fun to have a front row view of your dream!🌲
Congratulations for 400k,l love your videos. :D
Great explanation Shawn. I love how the pavilion is shaping up, but it’s great to hear the method behind the madness.
Hi, Shawn. It's amazing what you do. You are my idol, you and Joe. My dream has come true through your dream. Keep on, green is life.
I scrolled down to read the comments bc i saw 400K subscribers and wanted to congradulate. But others beat me to it :) his videos are quite literally the best. I especially appriciate the natural acoustics. No cheesy music or dramatic sounds effects. Just Man, Nature, and Cali ; )
You are awesome Shawn James! I love how you think, design & build. Kitchen is looking great. Can't wait to see the finish. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe, love Cali! 👍🇺🇸🇨🇦
From italy, congratulation! A beautiful lifestyle... I m drawn to it!
I have always felt there was something spiritual about trees. It's like they stand guard over the land and nature. Especially the huge ones. We have several oaks that take 3 or 4 adults holding hands to reach around the bases. I have always felt peace and wonder in the woods. Cali, your mate, and the forest would be heaven. I am GREEN with envy. Look forward to every video, Shawn.
Hi Shawn , really enjoying these shorter , "mid-week" vids , too . The optical and audio clarity is VERY NICE !! Love the drone footage. ATB
I've found your videos a week ago and I find them so relaxing and enjoyable. You motivated me to learn more skills and spend even more time in nature.
As always....LOVE your videos....I find them so relaxing!! Thanks for taking us along with you on your journey!! :D ~ Sandy.
You are awesome Shawn! I've been following you for quite some time! Love for you and your family buddy! Cheers! 🍻 Awesome videos and looking forward for more!
Remembering back before you started the cabin and while I enjoyed all your pre-cabin videos and continue to enjoy all your non-cabin-related videos I want you to know what a wonderful thing it is you're doing with your channel and how much it's appreciated. You make the world a better place. God's blessing on you and all whom you love. Hope to meet you one day. Looking forward to the next vid, as always.
You're gonna be glad you did it this way. 100% Risa approved.
Great job on hitting 400k subs!
At first I thought this was going to be a playground for the kids...
This makes much more sense, outdoor hangout spot with kitchen.
The kids can build a tree house. :)
Ahhh! It all makes sense now. It'll be glorious there when it's finished!
Congratulations, 400k I've been with you almost from the start. Love it all. Really enjoy the long videos on Friday. Really helps me to be motivated.
Enjoy all your videos.
I love it. Makes perfect sense to me.
Great craftmanship Shawn. The homestead is coming along nicely with each project adding to the quality of your lifestyle..
Two things on my home wish list. Outdoor kitchen and an outdoor shower. Life would be complete lol
You are a true inspiration....No words other than ...thank you Sir!
My friend has an 1880s lumbermens Cabin in original condition...
...and he added a window up in the gable end to vent heat in the summertime, it helps a lot.
WHY? WHY????? Besides it being amazing???
Because i enjoy watching Shawns work late at night, its a fantastic way to unwind from a hectic day. THATS WHY!
Your doing a great job on everything Shawn. I have been enjoying all of your videos. And luv the way your dog plays a roll in helping you.
You need to build a smoker for the salmon and meat, be great to make beef jerky for those long winter nights! Full of protein too!
Yours is one the best videos to watch. Thanks for living your dream. Love it.
Amazing to see all the love you apply to your cabin - to your place and world. Its also an excellent example how to live with harmony with nature. I wish my people (Portugal) could learn a lot more with you, it would be good to preserve our nature.
Keep going! Best regards from a Portuguese fan! :)
Aah, now I understand why not cooking inside at summer, keeping cabin chill and cozy at summer, not too hot when going to sleep. ♥♥ Great video Shawn again.
Beautiful Shawn!!!! I have so enjoyed watching . Take good care and blessings to you and your family. I LOVE Cali!!!
I wind my working week down by watching your amazing videos, so very relaxing for me, even though you are working your butt off somehow you make it look easy even though it can't be. I like the very little dialogue, after being surrounded by people and noise all week it is a relief to the soul to watch a quiet, peaceful man at work (and Callie of course).
I love your films and projects. Looking forward to see more.