Custom Van Builds
Griam
A new dawn.
A compact yet capable van that’s ready to explore the American West.
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
Check the Specs
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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
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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
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Four soft close drawers in kitchen cabinet
Hidden compartment beneath bottom drawer for valuables
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
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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
Let’s build together.
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