Jack and Rylie lost their jobs in 2020, moved out of California, and back to Jack’s home state of Minnesota. That’s when Jack got to work building an A-frame retreat cabin on family land. He completed the build in 7 days for well under $2,500. The cabin is primarily a “glamping” set-up, with a twin-sized [...]
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Family’s Budget-Friendly Shuttle Bus Conversion
Tyler and Juniper lived a minimalist life in Hawaii (Tyler even did mini-van life), and weren’t interested in paying rent when they got back to the mainland. While expecting baby Atlas, they decide to buy and renovate a shuttle bus. Their budget-friendly build used tons of recycled and repurposed materials. They even kept an old [...]
2012 Chevrolet Express Shuttle Bus Conversion For $45,000
Ready to hit the road and join the #vanlife and #buslife community? Check out this awesome short bus for sale in Georgia. It features a real front door, lots of windows, and a mini bathroom with a shower and Nature’s Head composting toilet. The cork walls are a fun touch, and the rest of the [...]
Family’s 500 sq. ft. Barndominium: Home, Gym & Workshop
Igor was working as a police officer in Massachusetts and had little time for his family. He and his wife Cassie decided it was time for a major change, and after a long road ended up renovating RVs, buying property in Texas, and building their own “Barndominium” to house their home, gym, and workshop. With [...]
Indie Electronica Duo’s Micro Van Conversion
Christy and Mike of The Traveling Vuzz were first inspired to get into tiny life when they started their Indie Electronica Duo while traveling Europe. They didn’t want to lose that adventure and decided to convert a van. Unfortunately, personal tragedy struck midway through their van build, leaving Christy needing time to regroup before they [...]
Family Downsizes and Travels in their Bus Conversion
Jon Paul and Lindsay are the proud owners of a 2004 Thomas bus that they lovingly converted into a light & airy skoolie for themselves and their two kids. They have front benches in the living room, a split kitchen, bunks for the kids, and a cozy back bedroom for themselves. Enjoy reading their story [...]
Photographer’s Cozy Fire Rescue Truck Conversion
As a professional photographer, Jay’s work required a lot of travel, which meant more time away from his wife, Cassidy. The couple loves hiking together and living on the road in a fire rescue truck conversion allows them to pursue their hobbies, spend time together, and make a living! Their truck had a good square [...]
