For those who have serious wanderlust and aren't ready to put a down payment on a house, this trend is the perfect blend of adventure and frugality. Whether it be a full sized school bus or a minibus, life on the open road has never been so accommodating.
As it turns out, busses can be quite spacious when you rip out all thirteen rows of bench seats. That being said, convertible, modular furnishings are the key to maximizing the potential of a 35'x7.5' home. Certainly, there are benefits to purchasing a recreational vehicle which has already been decked out with plenty of amenities. All the work has been done, but they can cost upwards of $30,000! So with a bit of manual labor and a spirit of frugality, a used school bus can have all of the same features at just a fraction of the cost. The creative liberty that comes with doing the construction yourself is priceless.
Check out these one-of-a-kind creations from around the world:
This converted schoolbus was seen on Orcas Island, and features a beautiful flat rooftop deck for lounging in the sun at any warm destination.
This 1949 Ford minibus was converted into a motorhome. A custom light wood interior makes this masterpiece feel less like a bus and more like a cozy cabin on wheels.
This 1993 Ford full sized school bus was given a kitschy makeover, complete with a new white interior, curtains, decorative lighting, and a full kitchen and refrigerator.
Complete with 220 square feet of living space, this revamped interior boasts a shower, cedar paneling, and a carefully designed pattern to give the illusion of maxium space. The best feature? The bus still runs, and provided that gas money is not an issue, it is possible to uproot and travel the country at any moment.
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