This is Lucinda’s van life project with her new VW ID Buzz electric minivan. If you’ve been dreaming of a modern, sustainable way to explore the outdoors, Lucinda Lives’ latest YouTube video delivers a dose of serious van life inspiration.
In her most recent upload, “How I built my DIY Slide Out Kitchen & Bed Setup for my VW ID BUZZ Minivan,” Lucinda takes us behind the scenes of her thoughtful, hand-crafted camper conversion built into her all-electric VW ID Buzz.
She Turned Her VW ID Buzz Into a Camper—And It’s a Game Changer for Electric Van Life
Image via Lucinda Lives/YouTube
With her VW ID Buzz as the foundation—a futuristic throwback to the iconic VW bus—she designs a DIY build that includes:
- A slide-out kitchen
- A compact, cozy bed platform
- Thoughtful design touches like lightweight plywood, lacquered finishes, and custom-fit drawers
- A cleverly modular “camping box” that transforms the interior without permanent modifications
Watch How Lucinda Transformed Her Electric Minivan Into a Cozy Camper Setup
Image via Lucinda Lives/YouTube
The Build Process: Creativity Meets Craftsmanship
From measuring and cutting to routing and painting, Lucinda walks us through every step of the project. She even shows off her new tools and shares the challenges (and joys!) of building her camper setup from scratch.
Creating a Comfy Bed Platform
Image via Lucinda Lives/YouTube
Some of the highlights from the video include:
- Her approach to designing a space-efficient camper box
- Lightweight construction with cutouts for reduced weight
- Smooth slide-out kitchen functionality
- Bed platform that fits seamlessly into the ID Buzz
- Custom-cut mattress to fit the space perfectly
Image via Lucinda Lives/YouTube
Pro tip from Lucinda: Pay attention to edge banding and lacquer—it makes a huge difference in both appearance and durability!
Image via Lucinda Lives/YouTube
The Result: A Functional and Beautiful VW ID Buzz Camper
By the end of the video, Lucinda gives us a satisfying mini-tour of the finished build. The setup is clean, practical, and 100% DIY—proving that you don’t need a massive RV to enjoy van life.
Image via Lucinda Lives/YouTube
Watch the full video here:
Highlights
- Lucinda transforms her VW ID Buzz into a camper, showcasing an innovative electric van life solution.
- The build features a DIY slide-out kitchen and a compact bed platform for efficient use of space.
- Lightweight plywood and lacquered finishes enhance both aesthetics and durability.
- The modular “camping box” offers flexibility without permanent modifications.
- Lucinda’s video highlights her creative process, from measuring to customizing with new tools.
- Key design insights include attention to details like edge banding for improved appearance.
- The finished camper is clean, practical, and fully DIY, offering a sustainable van life alternative.
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