Van Build

Where to start?
In the past two years, we have bought two empty vans, to build into a home and lived in them. Our van build gave us the freedom to live and travel on the road.
Of course, everyone has different goals, agendas, budgets and priorities, meaning each build will be unique in some way or another.
We intend to give you an overview so that you can be more prepared for the process that may come if you decide to do what we have done- to build a camper!
Watch our new self built van conversion from start to finish: Story highlights Vanbuild 1-3
Our Van Build Experiences

Top 18 IKEA Products for Life on the Road
We all have to admit it, Ikea is at the top of DIY home renovations. Fortunately, many of these IKEA products can be easily adapted
5 Great Layout Design Plans for a DIY Camper
Choosing your van layout design is one of the most important steps for a van build. With so many options it can be difficult to
Best Floor to Use in a Camper 2023
Vinyl, PVC, laminate, fabric or a cork floor? There are so many options, so which is the best floor to use in a camper in
DIY Camper: Our 9 Top Features in a Mobile-Home
Travelling in a DIY camper has long been a popular choice for weekend excursions, holidays and long-term travels. With van life becoming hype, the idea
Best Way to Build a Campervan in 15 Simple Steps
To build a campervan from scratch can be a big job and may be very overwhelming. Of course, everyone has different goals, agendas, budgets and
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Top 18 IKEA Products for Life on the Road
We all have to admit it, Ikea is at the top of DIY home renovations. Fortunately, many of these IKEA products can be easily adapted
Time to Create a New Vanlife World Map
Having previously lived in Rotterdam and worked full-time, the idea of vanlife started to take on a deeper meaning. It began to feel like more
Travelling in a Van While She’s Chasing Dreams
I had dreamed about living and travelling in a van for many years before actually buying a camper. There was always a restlessness in myself,
5 Great Layout Design Plans for a DIY Camper
Choosing your van layout design is one of the most important steps for a van build. With so many options it can be difficult to