Families don’t typically opt to live in a bus converted into a home, that’s more for young adventurous couples and singles. But Jeremy and Mira Thompson of Key Peninsula, WA are making it work. They live full time in a converted school bus with their toddler daughter Carys.
The couple converted a disused school bus into a cozy cottage on wheels and it looks amazing. Perhaps the most impressive thing is that they build the cottage directly into the frame of the bus. Mira and Jeremy designed and built the home themselves. Mira came up with the floor plan and interior design, and Jeremy, who has lots of experience in autobody work and carpentry, brought those plans to life. He even handcrafted the lovely caravan-style bed and refurbished the antique woodstove, which they use to heat the home.
The interior is well thought out and appears quite spacious. The main part of the bus is taken up by the lounge area and the kitchen, while they also installed a custom-built sleeping nook in this area, which looks like something out of a fairytale. There is a platform atop this nook, which serves as the sitting room, or a guestroom. The kitchen is quite large and features ample counter and storage space. The home also features a spacious bathroom. Jeremy even thought ahead, and installed a removable panel next to the circular window that will allow the family to add a deck or even an extension should they ever require it.
They are currently using the home as a stationary one, though presumably it could also be driven around. While living tiny certainly isn’t for everyone, and most families with small children shy away from it, it is refreshing to see some examples of people who are experimenting with it and having a blast as they do so! This bus is also one of the most unique and ingenious tiny homes we’ve seen so far.
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