Rumi

Rumi…he was a special build (named after a 13th-century Persian poet).

The client wanted something special. Like, truly special. And so, I decided that Rumi shall be the very best in practicality, yet a home that will be loved for many years to come.

The initial brief

I was contacted through Facebook around 2 years ago. In fact, it was just after I published Vera. After many conversations back and forth, we finally came up with the perfect plan.

The client asked for something that is ‘Light, Earthy & Organic.’ They also wanted the ability to walk from the cab through the back doors, plus a few additional extras.

So, I assembled a team of expert craftspeople, and we all got to work on what would be a true showpiece.

Rumi: The Build

At the very outset, I wanted to build something that would capture the fairytale beauty of nature. I knew this had to be special.

As you step inside the van, you will first notice the wood, and yes, there’s a lot of it. The walls and ceiling are finished in beautiful British Western Red-Wood cladding. The rope curtain ties, vintage tiles, and touches of rustic brass throughout add to the fantasy world.

The kitchen has a farm-style sink, brass tap, 3-ring hob plus an oven, grill and a built-in fridge freezer. Everything the owner will need when travelling into a world of adventure.

And, of course, the Hobbit stove ties in beautifully with the van’s aesthetic.

There is also a stained-glass door that took many hours to hand-make. A special thanks to @lightleadeddesigns for that one.

When the sun goes down, and its time to sleep, there’s a pull-out double bed situated right under the metre wide Velux skylight.

In the day, the bed folds away revealing an ample-sized dining table and seating.

The electrical system; well, where do I start. She is fitted with 175-watts of power, as well as an on-board mains power supply system.

And finally, as you step back from Rumi, you will notice she is graced in a beautiful forest design and a tree of life mural created by the highly talented @aerosol art. I feel this is such a perfect fit for this van.

Rumi, you have been a pleasure to work on.

Features

• 1m x 1.5m Velux Skylight by CRS Building Supplies Bridgwater
• Stained Glass Door by Jan Czugalinski
• Full Artwork Piece by Sam Gaden
• Black Rhino Alloys On BFGoodrich Tyres
• Bespoke Upholstery by Seats & Solder
• Forcali Room Sealed LPG Boiler
• Underslung Gas Tank by Autogas 2000 Leisure Ltd
• Votronic B2B Charger by Simply Split Charge
• Victron Solar Smart Charge
• 12v Fuseboard
• Mains Hookup
• CTEK Power Sport Mains Charger
• Ring 250w Inverter
• Bluetooth Surround Sound.
• 2x Deep Cycle Powerline Leisure Batteries
• 175w Solar Panel
• Underslung Water & Waste Tank by @Barratt Tanks
• Smev Oven & Grill
• Dometic 3 Ring Hob
• Bespoke Windows In Gold by Caldwells Windows Ltd
• The Hobbit Stove by Salamander Stoves
• British Red Western Cedar Cladding by Timberclad
• Dometic CRX50 Fridge/Freezer
• Tiles by Mandarin Stone
• 900 x 700 Shower Tray
• Lagun Adjustable Dining & Reading Table

And much more…..

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Special Thanks

Again, a huge thanks to everyone that’s been part of building this tiny home for two beautiful customers.

  Daniel Tompkins
  Stu Whyte
️ Light Leaded Designs
  Aerosol Art
️ Steve Howes (240v)
 Dan Rawle
Simon and Kiana Photography
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