"What's gonna happen to the house?!" Q&A HAUS LISELOTTE 

Laura, you should do a residency program where other makers can come stay in the house for a week and in exchange, they build a piece of furniture or art for the house. I would do it.

Petition to take Felix along with you for ALL projects! You are such a great team 😭

5:41 Laura casually opening a beer with a broom handle is so German 😂😂

On the cost question - THANK YOU for making consideration of disposal costs for your entire house. In industrial chemistry, we say you pay for every chemical twice - one time to buy it, one time to dispose of it. But the reality is that should be true of everything; we just push that second cost to the future, hoping someone else will be the one to pay it. It is why recycling is 'too expensive' in some places, and really it is why recycling has to exist as a separate capitalist industry at all. If everyone looked at cost this honestly, part of the purchase cost would be required to pay for provisions for disposal. But despite the fact that the planet is becoming rapidly more hostile to human life, it is so, so rare - and SO refreshing - to see this attitude out in the wild.

I opened a beer because Laura shouldn't have to drink alone.

The obvious solution is taking the house with you to LA. Surely that's a year of good content 😉

I highly suggest considering enrolling in an upholstery course. I personally took one and found it to be incredibly enjoyable and informative. Not only did it provide me with practical skills to work with fabrics and textiles, but it also gave me a deeper understanding of furniture design and construction. This knowledge could prove to be invaluable if you're designing. Overall, I believe it's a great investment of time and resources for anyone interested in furniture design.

When I was working in my Fine Arts Degree, professors always wanted sketches of the final product.....🤔.... For me, if I put that much effort into the drawing, I'm done 😂. That drawing becomes the piece. That drawing ties me to what the actual project might change and become. Do what you do.😅 We're still here😊.

Laura, falls nicht schon längst geschehen, prüf' mal die lokalen Gesetze bzw. die städtischen Verordnungen bzgl. Kurzzeitvermietung /Airbnb (sog. "Ferienwohnungen") von ganzen Objekten. In vielen Städten ist das inzwischen extrem eingeschränkt, vorallem um die Mietsituation nicht noch zu verschlimmern. Während einzelne Zimmer innerhalb einer Wohnung meist kein Problem sind, wird die rechtliche Lage für ganze Häuser, bzw. ganze Wohnungen vielerorts ziemlich eng. In meiner Stadt ist eine solche Vermietung auf 90 Tage im Jahr beschränkt.

We all love the Laura Kampf way of doing things, no need to explain :) It is all in the process and the learning, doesn't matter the order, it is in the results and they speak for themselves.

Thanks for sharing the clip of Shmudo helping rip down the wallpaper. Adorable!

1:38 I guess Germans and Dutch people are alike, the Dutch do not like to talk about their money either. Showing off that you have money is frowned upon too. Love this whole series, It's the kind that you want to see finished, but when it is finally done you wish it wasn't done at all! Felix' camera work is awesome too!

People who rebuild houses for resale have to worry about return on investment. People who rebuild houses for the love of craft, and for someone to live well in don't worry about the cost. But it is cool to learn from a craftsperson about methods, process, and real costs. Planning probides for the illusion of management.

A property with a hill needs a great slide. Did you ever build a slide? 🤔

Shirt! “Process is the product” ❤I love this.

YES for watching old videos! Just went back to the very beginning for a few and your videography has always been such high quality. Style has changed a bit over the years and the progression is so interesting but your unique aesthetic, love of recycling, work ethos and creative problem solving attitude have been there from the start. So fun to revisit.

DON'T get rid of your CNC!!! Surely Felix can use it for projects in the house, maybe Alexandre Chappel inspired! 😊 Question - what happens to Schmudo when you're in LA?

It doesn’t matter if Laura does things “out of order”, she not only learns by doing… but she’s incredibly tenacious and actually finishes things. I suspect she would be successful in any pursuit!

We like your style of building on the house, as a project, improving it as you go. It's so unique, and thus fitting for you. It's why we keep coming back to see the project, because it isn't cookie-cutter by-the-book construction.

Liebe Laura, sollte es tatsächlich dazu kommen, dass Du das Haus für Besucher vermietest, werde ich definitiv eine der Ersten sein. Habe nur eine kurze Anreise - Ruppichteroth. Die Idee ist gewaltig gut! Ich würde mich riesig freuen, mir das Haus und deine Möbel "in live" anschauen zu dürfen. Deine Arbeiten und Dein eigener Stil gefallen mir ausgesprochen gut. Alles Gute und weiterhin gutes Gelingen...

You're an artist..and an artist dont "plan" like other people do....they "go with the flow"!! That is what make them an artist!!❤ ....and that is what make what they create unbelivebly beautiful and unik! I know why you do it the way you do, because I'm an artist too🙂

There are plenty of “planning it all out” videos out there. We watch this channel because of YOU (and Felix) and your way of doing things. That’s what’s special.

Well that was an extremely successful video as far as I'm concerned. The quick peaks at all the past things you've made is making me want to binge watch for weeks, and the way you talk about what your ideas for the house being on the "not for my family" style side will keep me watching. eagerly anticipating what comes next! I hope you all enjoy your break.

Though I don’t like what Airbnb has done to the price of long term rentals around the globe, I do see the wisdom in your personal plans. I’m excited from my tiny apartment in Canada to see more content from both Germany as well as LA. Best wishes for you and your family. Have a great time and a great rest on your time off …you too Felix!

So schön ich das Projekt und videos fand, so besch*ssen finde ich die short rent \ Airbnb Idee und genau hier wende ich mich leider auch wieder von dem Channel ab. Airbnb etc hat leider so viel kaputt gemacht. sowas kann und möchte ich weder sehen noch supporten sry.

putting it on Airbnb means never getting to enjoy it at your own choosing again because that address will be doxed effectively.

The order you do things just shows how you mind works. Everything will work out, so you end up with a safe Cozzy house. Your joy in learning new things is a wonderful thing to see. Can't wait to see the furniture you make for the house.

"there will never be an end result" words to live by... We love you!

Doing fun stuff in between the tedious tasks is a morale boost. I think there’s a lot to be said for doing things “out of order” if it means your zest for the project keeps moving in the right direction. 😊

I have a crazy idea. When you are finished you should put qr codes on te house Wich are linked to the video. For example the toilet should have a code linked to the video you where you made the toilet room. It will be fun for guest

I would really, really like a t-shirt that says: The process is the product

North America would really benefit from learning and adopting the recycled building techniques you've showcased in your videos, I hope the interest in it spreads!

"Process is the product!" Good to know it's always evolving.

By using natural materials, like the clay panels, you are also using natural insulation. By doing this you will also save money in the long-term with heating and cooling.

The never ending house project! This is kind of normal life in a way. Your way is much more creative 👍

Glad to learn that I’m “hardcore fan “ 😁

We all love the LA content!! We’ll miss Felix but we love knowing more about Laura’s growth and happiness. So many great adventure await you (and us by proxy). Many of us has been watching you grow for years now. Those of us older folk, like myself, feel proud for your growth and accomplishment.

Laura thanks for the videos. Your ethics, imagination and grace when confronted with obstacles/disasters is inspiring. Also thanks for using mostly English, I do enjoy the bi-lingual banter.

You should set up a few discreet polycarbonate areas to show the underlying construction methods and materials. Those who are interested in staying in the home as an Air BnB because of these videos would probably enjoy that!

Not that you will ever read this, but I think a big reason why people are annoyed with how you are doing this is you are making content that brings in architects and designers that know all the problems you are running toward, and you obviously don't care about our opinions, which is fine in the long run. I bet most people are just trying to be helpful, and the rest are not actually interested in you or your content but rather this really cool house being renovated. I wish you were doing things differently, but I get what you are doing, and wish you well

How about building a Fachwerkhaus in LA? Definitely something i would watch!

Laura i would love to watch you build eco from scratch wether it was in Germany or L.A. Except I can imagine the cost of land in L.A. Would be astronomical. You've shown all us long term watchers the amazing strides you've accomplished. So to those nsysayers, loss off.

Interesting thanks :) I'm learning German slowly and I just learnt Schnecke is both snail and slug (like a snail without a shell).

The house content and the LA content is nice, but I want more Smudo content, that’s what I’m really here for.

Lost in translation, a snail without it's house is called a Slug. It's name sounds yucky and slimy and squishy so it suits it very well.

Open house, where your fans, viewers, neighbors could come by, is such a great idea 😁 i would even come, all the way from Denmark, if and when, you will have an open house 😊

Diese Nacktschnecke ist tatsächlich ein Nützling. Es handelt sich um einen Tigerschnegel. Seitdem ich die bei mir im Garten fördere, habe ich noch weniger Probleme mit Kapuzinerschnecken als sowieso schon...

Laura, what's great about your channel is that it's interesting, it's fun, it's informative and best of all, it's 100% you.

I couldn't relate to you more @ 7 mins. We also rebuilt a very old house without tearing it down, but essentially built a brand new house including foundations. And would we do everything in the order we did it if we could do it again? No! But everything is so obvious in hindsight. Tearing down the house throws up its own set of difficulties. How you've gone about your journey is hugely inspiring and I wish I had known this channel before we were in construction. It would have eased my worry and not felt in such a rush to achieve everything so quickly. I couldn't imagine having a RU-vid channel to report to the entire time as well. Hang in there! The reward we feel from our house now is fantastic. It is a modest house but we adore every inch. Couldn't imagine ever moving now that we know and understand every inch of the place. You will feel the same!

Your neighbors will hate you if you AirBNB it. The parties and BS that go with AirBnb's are a nightmare for the neighborhood.

Love Laura and Felixs chemistry

I’ve been managing my own house renovations and doing a lot of the work myself. Just some trades like plumbing, heating, electrical I have got companies doing. Except I planned all the electrical as I have background in electrics. I’ve also been doing all the ground works my self. Loved designing and doing the work myself. I also build furniture or resort furniture. Many of the pieces of furniture are either built by me or have been restored by me. But the restored furniture was built by my wife’s Grandfather. I love watching your videos creating the furniture or other things you create. The house build has also been fun.

The house is a piece of art, filled with more art. Great that you will give so many people the chance to experience it. An art installation where you have to touch all exhibits

Sehr inspirierend! Danke Laura!

You should definitely take Felix with you to LA. He might not agree of course. And neither might you. But that would be so good for the videos…

The house has bought so many of us together. The build is innovative and fun. Renting it out will be fun to share. Congratulations

You should have a workshop in the house, so if any makers stay at the AirBnB they can make something for it in there!

Lovely ❤ What a great episode!

Laura -- the thing I've learned about watching your videos is that if you're doing something that is interesting to you, then it becomes interesting to me. There's just something about the way you approach topics and the process you apply, that I find interesting. So, I strongly suspect that whatever you produce, wherever you go, I will be interested to watch whatever videos you may care to share with us.

Thank you for taking the time to do what you don't like. I was really interested in your comment about not following your design aesthetic for your own home. As a artist, I feel constrained to follow conventions with my home space. You work as an artist, responding to the materials in your hands. I really hope that you will change your mind about your own home construction. Being unconventional encourages others to take those chances. I know there's always a building code that one has to follow, but, as you say, it's far more interesting to free wheel. Of course, you need the skills and understanding to make that happen. I love your channel, Laura. It's inspiring! Thank you so much for sharing your gifts! Best, Angela

I always look forward to your videos! I love your laugh!!

Very humble with the $$ questions.

Thank you for another amazing year of content! I love that you're about the process, and part of that is seeing the channel change as you embark on new journeys. Have a wonderful break!

Thanks for gracing us with a Q & A. Always good to hear from you. And Felix.

Thanks for the updates and answering questions. Great to see you move through the house too. Can't wait for the LA content too, enjoy the break and happy new year!

Hey man, I love your process... you do you

Excellent Q & A - answered many questions I never thought of.

Thanks Laura!Thanks Felix! Keep being amazing!

Laura and Felix you are the best ! Enjoy your holidays, see you soon 🤩

Thanks, Laura. Enjoy your vacation.

Have an awesome vacation!

Love your ideas🎉

Schönen (sauer verdienten) Urlaub ihr zwei! 😀

teamwork is absolutely a skill!!

I agree! Better materials are always worth it. Over the lifespan of a building the maintenance and care of a building can equal or exceed construction costs. Investing in thr building early will pay off in the long term.

Have a lovely time off Laura and Felix.

Brilliant, your attitude, your plans, your vision, love it always but especially in this ❤❤ thank you

It's all about the proces, love it 🙏❤️

I love that you are taking an incredibly stressful project and keeping it fun for you!

I love all your videos. Your such a huge talent and so positive. Have a great vacation.

It's always great to get insights into how this process has grown and evolved, and looking forward to seeing where it goes next!

You are an intuitive maker on motion. And that is precious. Keep it the good work

Obviously a labor of love! I love that you have stayed true to yourself and your vision. Your creativity rocks!

Woooo🎉 way to go Laura! I'm so excited to see your visions and dreams for this house come to life ❤ been following along since day one with the house. I think the Air b&b idea is absolutely genius!

You’re doing a fantastic job with the house, look forward to future projects 👌

I LOVE that you will rent it out short term! Can't wait for that to happen!

Love you guys!!!

It's your house. You build it any way you like, in any order you like, in any style you like, from any materials you like. I just love watching and learning and seeing awesome ideas that would never occur to me. Love your channel!

Meine Frau und ich hatten schon angst dich durch LA nicht mehr bei der Maus zu sehen. Aber das beruhigt uns (inklusive Tochter) :)

I hope you enjoy your vacations! I’m looking forward to your new videos.

Thanks for always pointing out that you do things in a way that it will always be fun. It's a nice life advice I am trying to incorporate more and more into my life! What a positive way of living! Best of luck with the rest of the build and the new year! :) You guys are awesome and you brighten my day when I am stuck at work :)

I do the same thing when I'm building. The plan is in my head. I also love recycling old to new.

You are so awesomely talented with your building skills. Long may you not be bored!!

Enjoy the Holidays - nice Q&A

I love your project, I love the way you see things and your plan. And, I’d be more than glad to come visit Cologne and to rent Liselotte if ever possible. ❤

Going to miss you all but hope you have a wonderful, well deserved vacation !!

I’m going to go into with drawl now knowing I won’t see a new video for a whole month. However, you two deserve a holiday. I am so glad I watched this Q & A to hear all your plans, especially the one of renting Liselotta as a short term rental. I would love to come see it and spend time it in someday. Very cool ❤

Your dream is beautiful. Keep following your passion! 😀

Have a great and much needed vacation Laura. We'll see you when you get back.

Great answer to the money question by the way! Something I hadn't thought of. Kind of a blessing & curse situation :-D Love your videos, and if I want to see you doing something other than the house I can always watch the older ones!