Episode 4: Prepping for the Big Transformation | Mike’s Van Build 🚐🔧

From layout to lighting, discover how smart design transforms a small van into a cozy home for two.In Episode 4 of Mike’s Van Build, the focus shifts to one of the most important stages of any conversion: design. How do you fit a kitchen, bed, workspace, and storage into less than 80 square feet — and still make it feel like home?Mike shares his priorities for this build, from garage space for bikes to a smarter kitchen layout and windows for natural light. With help from the Site Seven team, he pulls ideas from other vans, blends textures and materials, and works through custom solutions like angled cabinets, hinged bed frames, and exterior-access storage.If you’re planning your own camper van conversion, this episode is packed with practical tips and lessons on how to design for comfort, usability, and personality in a small space.vanlifeoutfitters.com