10 Stunning and Stylish Airstream Renovations
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Airstreams are so unique that they never go out of style—even when they are over 50 years old! That’s why Airstream renovations are so popular.
You can take a used Airstream, renovate it with a mind to great design, and have a beautiful home that can take you anywhere.
Airstreams are particularly favored by the design-savvy, and professional architects are now devoted to renovating used Airstreams. That is a great development, in my opinion. More beautiful rigs for us to admire!
I’ve collected some of my favorites below. Enjoy!
1. Renovated Just in Time for the Honeymoon
This couple was dating when they decided to buy an old Airstream and renovate it. In the ensuing two years that they renovated the airstream, they got engaged. The renovation was completed just in time for them to head off on their honeymoon in the finished rig.
I love how bright and spacious this one feels, even though Airstreams are known to be narrow since they don’t have slide outs. I also love the unique idea to use tambour doors on the upper cabinets!
2. All the Necessities for Living and Working
Melanie and her husband George, decided to buy a used Airstream (after going back and forth between an Airstream or tiny house) and renovate it. I’m so glad they decided on the Airstream because it looks so lovely and homely.
This is one of the few Airstream renovations I’ve ever seen with space for a desk! Perfect for working remotely.
3. Retro Wood Panelling… that Looks Modern?
I know, retro and modern all at once?! It’s hard for my brain to process this one!
I don’t know how, but this renovation has managed to include 70’s wood panelling while still looking modern and stylish. Check out more photos (including a very cool and very 70’s clock above the kitchen sink) over at Vintage Airstream.
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4. Creating a Zen-like Space
“I wanted the trailer to feel airy, calm and open, nearly a bit Zen-like,” said Caroline Brandes, the owner. After buying the trailer, she found extensive water damage that resulted in gutting and rebuilding the trailer from the ground up. Now the trailer is a peaceful, leak-free space.
5. Set up for Full-time Living
This Airstream renovation has been set up for full-time living and has served its owners well through the last three years of harsh Canadian winters and summers. I love that this is one of the few Airstream remodels that kept the interior aluminum, so it feels more like a classic Airstream inside!
(Also—look at all that open counter space! That’s an RV dream!)
6. Timeless Elegance
Beautifully restored by Timeless Travel Trailers, this Airstream renovation is wonderfully restored with such a high level of workmanship.
Many RV renovations seem to start with the idea of “covering up the brown!” This one, on the other hand, leaned toward the feel of a cabin with wood floors, countertops, and paneling along the walls.
7. Architecturally Designed Work and Living Space
Architect Matthew Hofmann renovated his own Airstream into a place where he could live and work. His firm Hofmann Architecture specialises in small space mobile design.
Today, Hofmann runs his own competitor to Airstream with the Living Vehicle. These trailers are reminiscent of Airstreams but with a much more high-end feel.
8. Beauty and Freedom
Mavis the Airstream is a lovely remodel of a 1975 Airstream Overlander by a couple in their 30s. They now live in the Airstream, and apart from seeing their renovation, I love reading about how they are pursuing a life of freedom.
Read Next: Gutted Vintage Airstream Overlander Rebuilt into Modern, Off-Grid Home
9. Clean Lines and Sleek Design
This looks like a completely new build, not a restoration of a 50-year-old trailer!
This renovation by VARR, Vintage Airstream Restoration and Repairs, looks ideal to me. I love the clean lines and minimalist approach on this 1975 trailer.
10. Light and Breezy
This one belongs on a sunny beach! This vintage restored Airstream is light and breezy and styled with beautiful decor—and it’s for rent. Check it out on LynneKnowlton.com.
10 Gorgeous Airstream Renovations
So, did those renovations/restorations whet your appetite for some more Airstream glorious-ness?
You can find more inspiration and resources for renovating an Airstream from these websites mentioned in this article:
In the comments: Have you attempted an Airstream renovation? We want to hear about it!
I like the story you shared about Mavis the Airstream and the couple who live in the airstream to pursue a life of freedom. My husband and I have felt really shackled down by the responsibilities of owning a home. After reading your article I feel inspired to get our own renovated airstream.
Thanks Amy, have you checked out Mavis the Airstream website? They’ve sold the first Mavis and are now working on their second renovation and provide lots of info on their website. (mavistheairstream.com)
Good luck to you and your husband in finding your new ‘life’, you’re joining a growing number of us who don’t want to do the ‘normal’ thing anymore! 🙂
There are thousands of people like us who purchased old airstreams and renovated them ourselves. Ours turned out fantastic and I used it for years working in The Gulf of Mexico while living in the mtns of NE Tennessee. I could fly to work and fly home and stay in my own little space down there when needed. It has also served us well camping. Now I am ripping out the wet bath, installing a larger custom tank and putting the wetbath floor on it. Should be a fun winter project for our 1961 Land Yacht.
VERY COOL! Love the rich dark floors and stainless steel!