This is the story of Brett Belan’s DIY Solar-Powered VW EV Bus. He bought an old VW bus and turned it into his very own solar-powered electric vehicle (this is a link to ANOTHER story). Can you imagine having your own electric vehicle that you can charge using the sun wherever you may be? One that… You built/converted into electric yourself? Yup, that’s what Brett did.
Brett Belan and his wife Kira have built a full electric solar powered volkswagen bus and converted it into a camper 1
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He Turned an Old VW Bus into a Solar-Powered, Self-Charging Electric Vehicle! WOW…
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This is a solar-powered tiny house vacation with a deck, view, and a hot tub in Sedona, Arizona.
Nestled under a cliff-side, heritage oak tree, Grow is a custom cedar tiny house with a loft bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed and canyon views. Stargaze from you own private “chemical free” hot tub with the by Ahh Natural systems. Grow features sustainable design and net-zero energy with a built in solar pv system. Outdoor living includes a big deck with seating. Rustic and modern, Grow provides a luxury glamping experience for your getaway with great views of Mount Wilson and the canyon.
Think you will be staying here anytime soon?
This Sedona, Arizona Tiny House Vacation Has a Deck, View, and Hot Tub
Images via Airbnb
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This is the story of a little A-frame cabin in the Catskills of New York. It’s totally off-grid on a two-acre property in the Catskill mountains. It features solar panels, a wonderful deck, large windows, a chimney, and a very peaceful setting to be in that’s a two-hour drive from the big apple (New York City).
Would you ever consider designing and building a small home like this over a tiny house? Let’s talk about that in the comments! And by the way, you can actually book this A-frame cabin using Airbnb if you want to!
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Off-Grid A-frame Cabin in the Catskill Mountains with Solar Power
Photo by Ryan Resatka via Airbnb
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This is the Cayman Tiny House on Wheels by Innovate Tiny out of Gresham, Oregon.
It’s a gooseneck tiny house on wheels that’s available in 32′, 38′, 40′ and 45′ models! You can design your own at Innovate Tiny and if you use the code INNOVATEONLINE18 you’ll get $2,500 off!
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Cayman Tiny House on Wheels by Innovate Tiny
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This is to let you know that ESCAPE Tiny Homes is giving away their basic solar power package for free when you buy any new ESCAPE Tiny House before 2/21/18.
Until February 21, 2018, our base Solar Power Package ($3450) is FREE with any new unit purchased. This is a one time offer, the clock is running…yes, free solar power! Select your model and email us at sales@escapehomes.us to get started.
This is valid on any new unit but the offer ends February 21st, 2018. You can see the tiny homes they have in stock right now here. Learn more below, thanks!
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This is a video series that gives you insight into how to do your own van conversion with master woodworker Dipa Vasudeva Das.
He’s the one who converts work vans into incredible (and famous) custom campers like this one and this one.
Enjoy!
Incredible DIY Campervan Conversion Video Series: How This Man Builds ‘Natural’ Tiny Homes Out of Work Vans!
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Kate and Simon built this 250 square foot Scandinavian-style tiny house as a cottage for their family of 3, and have since started a tiny house-building business called Cabane.
Image © Exploring Alternatives
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This is how one day your windows can help power your home using transparent solar panels as windows! If you’re interested in learning how that works, watch the video and links below! Would you consider using solar panel windows for your tiny or small house if/when they become available?
Solar Panel Windows?! Yes..
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