American buys bunker in Croatia for 8,000 euros, shows progress; followers attack
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- American influencer Justus Reid is renovating a bunker he purchased in Croatia for 8,000 euros.
- He recently installed running water and replaced old metal doors with new PVC ones, bringing light into the space.
- The project has drawn mixed reactions from followers, with some criticizing the changes while others praise the progress.
American influencer Justus Reid, known for his Balkan lifestyle videos, is documenting his ambitious renovation of a bunker in Croatia, which he purchased for 8,000 euros. His latest video showcases significant progress, including the installation of running water and the replacement of heavy, old metal doors.
Reid expressed his gratitude for running water, exclaiming, "I will never take running water for granted again!" The bunker's original doors, operated by a large, antique key, provided security but plunged the interior into darkness. With the help of his neighbor Igor, Reid removed these doors and their steel frame, replacing them with new white PVC doors featuring glass panels. This change has finally filled the concrete space with natural light.
I will never take running water for granted again!
The renovation has sparked debate among Reid's followers. While some admire the modernization and the influx of light, others lament the removal of the original doors, with one commenter asking, "Why are you removing amazing pieces like the entrance door and putting in cheap, white, common plastic doors and windows?" Another follower noted that the old doors appeared more secure.
Reid prioritized functionality and bringing daylight into the bunker's interior. The video also detailed the extensive process of connecting the bunker to the main water supply. Due to its remote location, this involved significant construction work, including digging a deep pit for the water meter shaft and laying hundreds of meters of pipes along a dirt road. The connection was completed by local water utility workers.
Why are you removing amazing pieces like the entrance door and putting in cheap, white, common plastic doors and windows?
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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