Building an Off Grid A-Frame Cabin in Alaska - TIMELAPSE - Episode 1

In 2021 we purchased a small lot to build our own weekend getaway cabin. We went through several design iterations and ultimately went with a 24'x16' A-Frame cabin with a 12' deck. The interior height will be just over 13', so it will only be partially lofted to give it an open feel. The total size will be 400 sqft for the main floor and loft area. In the first episode of our cabin building series, we delve into the early stages of the building process, from raw land to the framing of the iconic "A's". We start with a blank slate as we clear the land, have it leveled out, and start the foundation. From there, we'll watch as the frame of the cabin takes shape as we rush to get it dried in before the first snowfall. In addition to the cabin, we'll also be building an outhouse toilet, a necessity in a remote cabin in Alaska. Watch as we show you the steps we took in constructing a sturdy, functional outhouse, from framing to building the daylight roof. Join us for the first 16 days of work as we bring our A-frame cabin to life. A special thanks to everyone who helped or made this build possible: Jared, Greyson, Rachel, Michael, Jenna, Quinn, Kala, Kendall, Michael, and Kevin. Days: 2:55 - Day 1   - 8/29/22 - Foundation Pt. 1 4:03 - Day 2 - 8/30/22 - Foundation Pt. 2​ 4:40 - Day 3 - 9/04/22 - Temp. Storage / Foundation Beams​ 6:08 - Day 4 - 9/05/22 - Foundation Beams / Deck Frame​ 7:14 - Day 5 - 9/10/22 - Decking​ 9:20 - Day 6 - 9/15/22 - Outhouse Pt. 1​ 11:20 - Day 7 - 9/16/22 - Outhouse Pt. 2 ​ 12:56 - Day 8 - 9/17/22 - Outhouse Pt. 3​ 16:20 - Day 9 - 9/18/22 - Outhouse Pt. 4​ 19:43 - Day 10 – 9/24/22 - Outhouse Pt. 5​ 21:10 - Day 11 – 9/25/22 - Outhouse Pt. 6​ 22:00 - Day 12 – 9/26/22 - Outhouse Pt. 7 / Deck Stairs​ 24:37 - Day 13 – 9/27/22 - Deck Stairs / Outhouse Pt. 8​ 26:03 - Day 14 – 10/1/22 - Assembling the A's Pt. 1​ 29:53 - Day 15 – 10/2/22 - Assembling the A's Pt. 2​ 32:40 - Day 16 – 10/3/22 - Raising the A's​ Some of my favorite tools/products that have been crucial in this build: ✔️ Cabins & Cottages, Revised/Expanded Edition - https://amzn.to/3Snso0u ✔️ Paslode - Cordless XP Framing Nailer - https://amzn.to/3SqqHzi ✔️ DEWALT 20V MAX* 7-1/4-Inch Miter Saw - https://amzn.to/4241YUM ✔️ DEWALT 20V MAX LED Work Light - https://amzn.to/3RYhJrG ✔️ LasGoo Laser Level 3x360 - https://amzn.to/3S2rllj Music: Dusty Decks / Appareled Rocket Jr / Venice Sun Chris Shards / Say It Again 2.0 peerless / Smoothie Vibes bomull / rooibos oomiee / High on a Ladder West & Zander / Almannagjá Roy Edwin Williams / Pride of Pennsylvania Chill Cole / Free Yourself Heyson / Takes Two Sum Wave / Morning Grass Tape Machines / Illuminated Window All courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Embark on a captivating off-grid living adventure in Alaska with our A-Frame cabin series! Follow along as we build a 24x16 DIY retreat with a partial loft, optimizing 400 square feet of space. Learn the intricacies of off-grid energy solutions, install a durable metal roof for Alaska's weather, and master the art of heating with a wood stove for ultimate comfort in our extreme climate. Subscribe for precise insights, blending rustic charm with modern convenience in this time-lapse journey as we create our own Scandinavian-inspired Alaskan sanctuary. Your journey to a resilient, off-grid lifestyle starts now! #cabin #aframecabin #aframe #cabin #timelapsebuild #offgrid #offgridcabin #alaskan #alaskancabin #cozycabin #build #building