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Griam

A new dawn.

A compact yet capable van that’s ready to explore the American West.

Black Walnut Countertop Large Open Windows Potted Plant Bamboo Cabinets Swivel Table Bed

Coming from the UK, our client Rowan was adamant that they didn’t want to have a massive, over-the-top van for their trip across the US. While eager to have the amenities a van can provide, they wanted an easily maneuverable vehicle that was earthy and grounding.

Through constant collaboration, we developed a compact van with the many comforts of home in a warm, solace environment.

Griam is a Scot’s Gaelic word for sunshine, which we ultimately used as the motif for the interior design of the van. Throughout the build you can find numerous elements that tie this theme together, including the walnut sun inlay on the upper cabs, the sun imagery for the electrical cabinet’s ventilation, the bamboo edge of the bed area, and the two horizon lines that are consistent between the electrical vent, upper cabinets and countertop.

We like to think Rowan themself is the Salamander - rising with the sun to greet a new day, embarking on the life-changing adventure of moving to the US to explore its countless natural wonders.

We loved crafting this build for Rowan, packing it full of valuable amenities such as Starlink, a hidden compartment, composting toilet, and a whole lot more. Check out the specs below to see everything it brings to the wide open road.

Photography Credit: Ben Chastain

Van Build, Bamboo Bed, Illuminated Under Bed Storage
Salamander and Sun Imagery Electrical Cabinet Ventilation System
Sunrise Black Walnut Artistry LED Lighting Under Cabinets

Check out the full van tour of Griam on our YouTube channel.

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Check the Specs

    • 2x MaxxAir Fan for multi-directional ventilation

    • Custom upholstery for bench cushion, mattress and privacy curtains

    • Lagun swivel table

    • Large sliding window behind driver’s seat

    • Fully insulated with Thinsulate and sound deadening

    • High-altitude Espar heater, tapped into gas tank

    • Ecoflow Wave2 Portable AC

    • Outdoor shower and cleaning station

    • 24 gallon fresh water tank with hot water heater

    • Two soap dispensers for hot and cold water

    • Portable induction cooktop

    • 12v Dometic fridge with optional freezer compartment

    • Ecoflow 5kWh Power System

    • 400 Ah lithium battery bank with battery warmers

    • 370 Watts of rooftop solar

    • Shore power charging

    • Alternator charging

    • Three 12v USB chargers

    • Four 110v wall outlets

    • Three lighting zones, two zones for ceiling lights, one zone for under cabinet and toe kick lighting

    • Adjustable reading lights above bed

    • Four soft close drawers in kitchen cabinet

    • Long upper cabinet with gas struts and latches

    • Cubby storage in passenger side and drivers side bed cabinets

    • Passenger side bench holds composting toilet and extra drawer for storage

    • Shelf above front cab for additional storage with curtain rod and privacy curtain

    • AWD Ford Transit

    • Falken Wildpeak AT4 Tires

    • Flatline Van Co roof rack and side ladder

    • VanEssential Bug Screens and Window Covers

    • Flarespace Flares, allowing the bed to run east-west

    • Rear and slider door windows

    • CR Laurence Dual Vent driver-side window

    • Mini Starlink mounted to roof rack, running on 12v power

Sliding Door Bug Screen Bed LED Lighting

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