Building a custom campervan is a lesson in maximizing every single square inch. You're constantly trying to balance utility ...

While I enjoy discussing high-end, big-budget camper vans, sometimes I like shining a light on simpler DIY builds that are closer to what people like you and I (assuming you're not a specialized ...

A camper van kit can be a great way for a van life novice to start their adventures. Today, I'm looking at a unique conversion kit that allows you to transform your van into a surprisingly practical ...

Most van build guides assume you can build cabinetry and wire 12V systems. They assume van interiors are square. They’re not. Those curved walls and angled ribs make cabinet building exponentially ...

In 2017, I traded in my trusty Tacoma for an unproven, barebones cargo van. I was hedging that my soon-to-be camper and its creature comforts would afford me even more—and bigger—adventures. All I had ...

Instagram is filled with luxury van builds that cost as much as a three-bedroom home. While these homes on wheels are gorgeous, well-planned, and worth the money, not many of us have that kind of cash ...

I got excited about the idea of Camper Van: Make It Home, as it almost seemed like an original take on the Unpacking idea. Optimize a teeny living space. Make it cute. Manage to organize everything.

In this episode, we build our dream van and focus on installing a DIY electrical system suitable for a fully off-grid lifestyle. This is Episode 177, filmed in June 2025, and part of our build series.