Our Design Plan
We designed the van around our surfboards. We put 3 surfboards of various length in the van and mapped out how everything would sit around them. Our bench is a bit higher than usual at 24 inches to ensure the boards sit comfortably.
In addition, we valued a closet for hanging space, a pull out table for work, a laundry draw for dirty clothes, and a large garage area to accommodate our many hobbies . We used SketchUp (image displayed in next page “Structure”) to create a rough draft of our build. This helped conceptualize where electrical, water, and propane lines would run and the overall flow of the space.
Our Kitchen Products
Carote Cookware Set with Removable Handle
Zia Zellige Tile - we used 2x6, popular choice among van builds as you don't need to use grout
3 Tier Woven Jute Fruit Basket - can separate baskets to optimize wall space
Tondo 9" Acacia Plate
Tondo Acacia 5.75" Bowl
Tondo 8.5" Acacia Wood Serving Bowl
Mason Jar Holder Rack
Gorilla Grip Drawer Shelf and Cabinet Liner
Foam 3" Height x 24" Width x 72" - used with faux leather from Joann Fabrics to create our bench seat
Magnetic Hooks - easily attach to van walls, great for hanging towels
Cabinet Pulls
Maxx Air Fan Replacement Screen (2 Pack) - used to replace screen when too old/rusty to clean
18 Inch Draw Slides 150Lb Capacity - used for our kitchen draws
Our Bedroom Products
6 Inch Green Tea Memory Foam Mattress - easy to cut if you need it short
Zippered Mattress Encasement - helps contain mattress fibers once cut and prevent mold/bugs
Short Queen Mattress Pad Pillow Top
Buffy Eucalyptus Breeze Sheet Set in Sandstone - moisture wicking material helps prevent mold
Textured Boucle Throw Pillow Covers 18x18
Decorative Pillow Inserts 20x20
30 In Linen Curtain
Magnetic Curtain Rod - does tend to fall if heavily pulled on
Washable Laundry Bags
Hinges, Draw Slides, Pulls, and Miscallaneous
18 Inch Drawer Slides 150 lb Capacity - used for our kitchen draws
Heavy Duty Drawer Slides 250 lb Capacity with Lock - used for our toilet
Overlay Cabinet Door Hinges
Cabinet Pulls
Magnetic Hooks - easily attach to van walls, great for hanging towels
Maxx Air Fan Replacement Screen (2 Pack) - used to replace screen when too old/rusty to clean
Acrylic Mirror - located inside our closet door
Spring Support RV Cabinet Door Hinges - for kitchen and bedroom uppers
Heavy Duty Drawer Slides 150 lb Capacity with Lock - used for our desk/butch block pull out
Our Hidden Essentials
Ford Transit Scopema Seat Swivel (2013-Current)
Thetford Porta POTTI 565E - cassette toilet
Porta-Pak Black Holding Tank