There’s nothing quite like the freedom of hitting the open road with everything you need tucked into a van or bus. This July, we’re celebrating that spirit of independence with 9 incredible van conversions that prove life on wheels can be beautiful, functional, and totally unique. From a Victorian-styled ProMaster to a pink recording studio [...]
Bus Conversions
From School Bus to Stylish Home: Jonathan Perera’s 36-Foot Skoolie
Jonathan Perera turned a $7,000 Bluebird school bus into a globe-inspired, $170K off-grid home — with a Moroccan backsplash, a split bathroom, a wood stove, and 1,200W of solar he’s driven 11,000 miles with his Husky, Skye.
Camping in the ‘Aronado’ for the Last Time
Mavrik Joos, better known as Mav, is saying a nostalgic farewell to one of his most unique and fan-favorite vehicles: the “Aronado.” In his latest video, he takes this vintage, futuristic-looking camper out for one final adventure on the shores of Lake Superior before it heads to a new owner. Image courtesy of Mav on [...]
Off-Grid Luxury Skoolie with 20-Inch Roof Raise, 2,700W Solar and Cummins Diesel
This off-grid luxury skoolie conversion proves that bus life doesn’t mean roughing it. Built on a 1994 Blue Bird TC2000 with a Cummins 5.9L 12-valve diesel engine, this 35-foot, 280-square-foot home on wheels combines serious off-grid capability with artisan craftsmanship that rivals most custom tiny homes. Images courtesy of Patrick Fay via Tiny Home Builders [...]
Family of 3’s Incredible DIY Skoolie Conversion with a Unique Stairwell Shower
After traveling the world with just a backpack, Erika was already familiar with tiny living long before she and her husband, Matt, settled into this beautifully converted family skoolie. What began as a spontaneous opportunity turned into a warm, functional home on wheels for their family of three. This conversion stands out for one unforgettable [...]
Their $15K Skoolie w/ an Artist’s Touch
For Alli and Allan, life on the road didn’t start as a spontaneous adventure — it grew out of a shared desire for freedom, healing, and creativity. Alli was the first to dream about a home that could move with them, and while Allan faced his own challenges with emotional and physical trauma, the idea [...]
Caballo Verde: Mid-Century Modern School Bus Conversion for Family Travel
Explore Caballo Verde, a mid-century modern school bus conversion built by Kyle and Andy for full-time family travel after their first bus had engine problems. A lesson in resilience and design.