By Jack Roadie | The Drift Most people begin with the visible choices—layout, finishes, the feel of the interior. And they should. A Drifter campervan is meant to be beautiful. But beauty isn’t the finish line—it’s the starting point. What protects that beauty over years of real use is what lies beneath it: the systems plan, service access, fastening methods, and tolerances—details you rarely notice until something rattles, leaks, or fails. That’s why we built Drifter Coachcr

By Sunny lane | From the Drifter Workshop I spent a morning in the Drifter workshop last month, and I'll be honest—I wasn't there to talk about warranties. I was there to watch a build come together. To see the wiring run clean through labeled channels. To watch a cabinet get test-fit, adjusted, and test-fit again. To hear a master builder explain why a particular fastener matters more than the one that looks the same but isn't. And somewhere in that conversation, warranty ca

By Paul Domish – The Drift | For those who see life as an adventure in motion Some people take vacations to unwind. Others take journeys to transform. At Drifter, I’ve met people who don’t just dream of adventure — they design their lives around it. More and more, I’m watching future owners use a luxury custom campervan  as a way to explore where they might live next — not by reading reviews or scrolling real-estate sites, but by living the experience firsthand. They wake up

By Paul Domish | Drifter Vans We See It All the Time Someone decides to sell their house to live in a van  and step into a new kind of freedom — a custom-built campervan designed to take them wherever they want to go. It’s bold. It’s exciting. It’s life-changing. But there’s always that awkward middle part — the “where do I live while my van is being built?” phase. It’s a common challenge in the house to vanlife transition . If you’re like some of our clients at Drifter Vans,

By Sunny Lane | The Drift – Tales from the Road For Debra Fleeger, healing doesn’t live in one place. It resonates. It travels. It echoes...

By Sable Rhodes, for Drifter Vans Step-by-Step Breakdown of the Campervan Interior Design Process Before the first cabinet is built or fabric chosen, the journey of creating a beautiful campervan begins with something deeper—a conversation. For this piece, I spoke with Stephanie , one of our interior designers here at Drifter Vans. She walked me through the thoughtful, personalized process we use to design campervan interiors that are not only beautiful, but functional, durab

Written by Paul Domish | The Drift There’s a moment in nearly every consultation where I can feel the question coming. It doesn’t come fast, or loud, or skeptical. It comes slowly—like a breath held in. A hesitation between someone’s dream and their doubt. “I love your work... but I’m just not sure. You’re so far away.” And I understand. We’ve been taught that trust grows in proximity. That to feel seen, we have to be standing in the same room. That if you can’t shake someone

Thinking about hitting the road in your dream van but torn between a custom conversion and a pre-manufactured RV? In this post, Kim breaks down the pros and cons—from price and timeline to quality and customization. If you're after a build that feels truly like home and reflects your lifestyle down to the last detail, custom might be your answer. At Driftervans, no two vans are the same—just like no two adventures are.

A custom camper van is more than a vehicle—it’s an investment in freedom, comfort, and how you live. Built around your needs and style, every detail is purposeful. Unlike off-the-shelf options, a custom build offers true functionality, lasting quality, and the freedom to roam—your way.

Forget flowers and chocolates—this Valentine’s Day, give the gift of adventure. A custom camper van turns every getaway into a romantic escape, built for connection, comfort, and life on the road. For couples who crave experiences over things, it’s the ultimate expression of love and freedom.

Design a van that moves with you. From off-grid power to personalized layouts, a custom RV van build offers the freedom to choose every detail. Whether you're chasing remote trails or weekend escapes, it's adventure—your way.

From insulation to power systems, the right components turn a basic van into an adventure-ready home. Focus on layout, storage, and off-grid essentials to create a space that’s both functional and comfortable—built for the road, and for you.