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A double-decker coach bus turned into a full-time home for a family of 8—now that’s something you don’t see every day. This dad was tired of missing out on his kids’ childhoods chasing money to pay for the “good life.” After a family vacation to Utah, he and his wife decided to take his software work remotely and find a way to travel full-time.
So they bought a double-decker coach bus and with the help of a professional company turned it into an incredible home complete with 6 bunk beds, a convertible bed/bedroom for mom and dad, two bathrooms, one shower, a homeschool space, and even a rooftop deck. The two-story layout provides enough room for their large family to live, learn, and travel together.
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Two-Story Layout with Rooftop Deck
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First Floor: Kitchen, Bathroom, and Convertible Dining
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Second Floor: 6 Bunks, Bathroom, Shower, and Homeschool Space
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Design Details
- Vehicle: Double-decker coach bus
- Family Size: 8 (2 parents + 6 children)
- Build Type: Professional conversion company
- Layout: Two stories plus rooftop deck
- First Floor: Kitchen, bathroom, convertible bench seating/dining table
- Second Floor: 6 bunk beds, bathroom with shower, homeschool space
- Parent Bedroom: Convertible bed/bedroom
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Total Showers: 1
- Total Sleeping Spaces: 8 (6 bunks + parent bed)
- Outdoor Space: Rooftop deck
- Work Setup: Dad works remotely (software)
- Education: On-board homeschool space
Lessons from This Build
- Double Deckers Solve Large Family Space Issues: A two-story bus provides the square footage needed for 8 people without being excessively long—vertical space is the key
- Two Bathrooms Are Essential for Big Families: With 8 people sharing a home, having a bathroom on each floor prevents bottlenecks and morning chaos
- Bunk Rooms Work for Kids: Six bunks on the upper level give each child their own sleeping space while keeping the layout efficient
- Remote Work Enables Full-Time Travel: This dad’s software career translated to remote work, making the family’s travel lifestyle financially sustainable
- Professional Help Makes Complex Builds Possible: A double-decker conversion is a major undertaking—working with professionals ensured the build was done safely and correctly
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