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.
Bus Conversions
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.
All Aboard! He Turned a Historic Trolley into a Stunning Tiny Home
This is the story of how one man turned a historic trolley bus into a one-of-a-kind, rolling tiny home. Hey, tiny house fans! If you’re anything like me, you’re always on the lookout for the next jaw-dropping, creative build to swoon over. Well, buckle up (or should I say, hop aboard?), because Erik’s latest project [...]

