You already have what you need
Having an SUV, truck, or van can create endless possibilities for a minimal RV conversion or set up. Having the same open road adventures as a full RV, but with much better gas mileage and easier to maintain. Having access to more places with an SUV allows me to sleep right on the beach, at a trail head, or ingocnito if need be. Being able to provide shelter, a bed, food, water, and no yard work. You may already have what you need to hit the road. Basic essentials and organization have been the key things that I found after living out of my Honda Pilot for a couple of months.
Essentials and functions
Viewing the space I have I thought of tiny homes extreme, with the goal being to replicate living areas rather than mimick a smaller RV. Having 3 rows of seats that fold down gives me many options of space and different set ups.
Front patio/ home office/ dining room. Sitting in my passenger seat with a great window view was like a front porch. Windows down, fresh air, cup holders, accessible snacks, Having a large counsel area to store things also gives a small table top area that has been like my dining room table as well as desk and can fit my laptop. The rotation of views from the front porch are amazing, no more yard work looks good every where.
Living room/ kitchen/ pantry/ laundry. With the second row of seating up there is a couch to lay down with a book and breeze, or watch something. A pillow or 2 and lean back with your feet up with all window view. Your hands in reach of the kitchen. I keep a cooler, several gallons of water, food and storage on floor board. Behind each seat there are pockets for storage as well. One holds cutting board, utensils, can oper, and various kitchen supplies. The other mostly hygiene and survival items. I also have a converter for plug in electric option, and a jump kit battery. Under seats for any needed hidden items. I have since gotten a campstove, it definitely opens many options of food and could be set up on a small portable table, or just any where outside. I keep buckets that can be used for hand wash laundry and nightly clean off before bed.
Bedroom/ back porch. I use a twin size air mattress for a bed, and it also makes a great chase lounge with the back open. The bed is behind my driver seat side. It is easy to set up and store away. I have 2 pillows in which I fold sheets and blankets into and use as coushins for other spots. I have the single seat behind passenger up which is just like having that chair in bedroom. When the bed is away and the second row couch is in place I have the back porch with back open. I store my clothes on passenger side in the back. It creates an end table use, also on each side is small storage space from vehicle. I store lighting, batterys, rain gear, and preperation items. Many meals are had here. This makes a good spot for setting up to cook outside. Complete back porch feel.
Rooftop patio. It took me about two weeks to realize my quest for tiny home amenities includes the roof top patio. I don't weigh much, and would not recommend this for every one in regards to safety. It was a good spot for me. Sunsets, bright stars, full moon, a meditation area. Sitting for sunrise and thinking every thing I need is right here.
Every item has a function, and a place it belongs. Being organized makes a big difference and allows you to enjoy the simplicity rather than be challenged. Knowing where every thing is because it has a place saves time. Every one will find what works for them as they go. Like having black bags stored in doors for window covers. A dollar tree trip can get you a good minimal start. Folding storage bins, great for storing clothes like drawers of a dresser.
Treating your space like a tiny home includes cleaning, and with way less space it should not be a problem. Staying on top of this helps make it more enjoyable, it's just more comfortable with out clutter. I wiped every thing down with a box of wipe all's. Throw away shop rags. I use vinegar in a spray bottle and learned that you can just clean the outside with this and not need water. Once a week or so I get to a vacuum. I keep a basket with plastic bags on the floor of my passenger seat and empty it any time I stop any where.
There are so many amazing vehicle conversions videos and examples out there. I do want a 15 passenger van to do so with in the future. For now, I still have every thing I need already. So I highly recommend trying to get creative with what you have and get on road.
Essentials and functions
Viewing the space I have I thought of tiny homes extreme, with the goal being to replicate living areas rather than mimick a smaller RV. Having 3 rows of seats that fold down gives me many options of space and different set ups.
Front patio/ home office/ dining room. Sitting in my passenger seat with a great window view was like a front porch. Windows down, fresh air, cup holders, accessible snacks, Having a large counsel area to store things also gives a small table top area that has been like my dining room table as well as desk and can fit my laptop. The rotation of views from the front porch are amazing, no more yard work looks good every where.
Living room/ kitchen/ pantry/ laundry. With the second row of seating up there is a couch to lay down with a book and breeze, or watch something. A pillow or 2 and lean back with your feet up with all window view. Your hands in reach of the kitchen. I keep a cooler, several gallons of water, food and storage on floor board. Behind each seat there are pockets for storage as well. One holds cutting board, utensils, can oper, and various kitchen supplies. The other mostly hygiene and survival items. I also have a converter for plug in electric option, and a jump kit battery. Under seats for any needed hidden items. I have since gotten a campstove, it definitely opens many options of food and could be set up on a small portable table, or just any where outside. I keep buckets that can be used for hand wash laundry and nightly clean off before bed.
Bedroom/ back porch. I use a twin size air mattress for a bed, and it also makes a great chase lounge with the back open. The bed is behind my driver seat side. It is easy to set up and store away. I have 2 pillows in which I fold sheets and blankets into and use as coushins for other spots. I have the single seat behind passenger up which is just like having that chair in bedroom. When the bed is away and the second row couch is in place I have the back porch with back open. I store my clothes on passenger side in the back. It creates an end table use, also on each side is small storage space from vehicle. I store lighting, batterys, rain gear, and preperation items. Many meals are had here. This makes a good spot for setting up to cook outside. Complete back porch feel.
Rooftop patio. It took me about two weeks to realize my quest for tiny home amenities includes the roof top patio. I don't weigh much, and would not recommend this for every one in regards to safety. It was a good spot for me. Sunsets, bright stars, full moon, a meditation area. Sitting for sunrise and thinking every thing I need is right here.
Every item has a function, and a place it belongs. Being organized makes a big difference and allows you to enjoy the simplicity rather than be challenged. Knowing where every thing is because it has a place saves time. Every one will find what works for them as they go. Like having black bags stored in doors for window covers. A dollar tree trip can get you a good minimal start. Folding storage bins, great for storing clothes like drawers of a dresser.
Treating your space like a tiny home includes cleaning, and with way less space it should not be a problem. Staying on top of this helps make it more enjoyable, it's just more comfortable with out clutter. I wiped every thing down with a box of wipe all's. Throw away shop rags. I use vinegar in a spray bottle and learned that you can just clean the outside with this and not need water. Once a week or so I get to a vacuum. I keep a basket with plastic bags on the floor of my passenger seat and empty it any time I stop any where.
There are so many amazing vehicle conversions videos and examples out there. I do want a 15 passenger van to do so with in the future. For now, I still have every thing I need already. So I highly recommend trying to get creative with what you have and get on road.
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