I’ve covered parts of the kitchen build in a few other posts, but there is just so much to do when it comes to the kitchen area that I had to break it up into a few posts! In this post I’ll cover setting up your sink and how to …
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If you plan on doing any kind of cooking inside your vehicle, you’re going to need a kitchen. There are a few different setup options based on size and cooking needs, but I’ll take you through how I built my kitchen area. In another post I specifically go into the …
One of my favorite (and luxurious) elements I have in my van is the lights! While it would be possible to just use lanterns and flashlights and even battery-powered string lights, have recessed overhead lights offers light equally to my entire living space and makes it feel a little more …
A large component of living in a van is actually living small. It’s no secret that you will have to downsize. I’ve also learned that with such small quarters, it’s essential for everything to have a designated place or it will go flying around while you’re driving. In this article, …
So you’ve decided to embrace the challenge of #vanlife! First things first, you’re gonna need a van. When I tell you I spent months researching types of vans and the pros and cons of each one, I am not exaggerating. From the time I decided I wanted to try living in …
Wall paneling…once you’ve got your insulation done it’s time to get some walls up in your van! This part is super exciting because it will really transform the interior of your van. With the metal and insulation all covered up, it becomes rather cozy. So keep reading and I’ll tell …
When I originally started paneling my van, I was under the impression that I would be able to panel my ceiling in about the same method as I paneled my walls. However, after further research and analyzing the ceiling, I realized it would have to approach it a little bit …
About a year ago, I somehow got introduced to this whole idea of “van life”. At the time, I was living and working in Italy and knew at some point I would have to make the move back to the US. Originally, I had the idea to take a month-long …
Let me start off by saying there is no one right way to convert a van. Everyone’s setup will be a little bit different depending on the type of van you have, materials you use, your budget, and of course your design preferences. We’re here to help you decide what …
Ahh, the bed frame. In general, figuring out the layout of the van rested a lot on where the bed was going to go because that takes up the bulk of the space. There are also a variety of different options to choose from: single bed, double bed, folding bed, …
