Bruce Campell's Boeing 727 Home Makes Living in an Airplane Seem Cozy
Laura McQuarrie — September 22, 2014 — Eco
References: airplanehome & thisiscolossal
After being stuck in a plane for a few hours, most people can't fathom ever living in airplane. However, Bruce Campbell is not most people, and decided to turn a retired Boeing 727 into a spacious new home. The Boeing costs Campbell $220,000, and it has now landed itself just outside Portland in a wooded area.
From the outside of the Airplane Home, is just looks like a big airplane, but the inside is loaded with more than the cramped seats and tiny bathrooms most people are accustomed to. The Airplane Home is outfitted with a shower, kitchen and electricity, which makes it a pretty cozy place to live. In order to help more people achieve their dreams of living in an airplane, Campbell has a handy how-to guide on his site.
From the outside of the Airplane Home, is just looks like a big airplane, but the inside is loaded with more than the cramped seats and tiny bathrooms most people are accustomed to. The Airplane Home is outfitted with a shower, kitchen and electricity, which makes it a pretty cozy place to live. In order to help more people achieve their dreams of living in an airplane, Campbell has a handy how-to guide on his site.
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Upcycled Homes — This trend highlights the repurposing of unconventional structures into unique living spaces, opening up opportunities for innovative and sustainable housing solutions.
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Alternative Living — The rise of alternative living spaces, such as airplane homes, presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the real estate and hospitality industries, catering to adventurous and eco-conscious individuals seeking one-of-a-kind experiences.
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DIY Living — The DIY (Do-It-Yourself) trend in home construction and renovation can be extended to unique projects like transforming retired airplanes into livable spaces, enabling individuals to create personalized and cost-effective housing solutions.
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Real Estate — Real estate developers and agents can tap into the growing demand for unique living spaces, like airplane homes, to offer unconventional and environmentally friendly options to homebuyers and renters.
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Hospitality — Hotels and vacation rental companies can explore the concept of offering airplane-style accommodations, providing guests with memorable and immersive experiences that cater to the desire for unconventional stays.
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Construction — In the construction industry, there is an opportunity for companies specializing in repurposing structures to branch out into transforming retired airplanes into livable spaces, offering a niche service for those seeking innovative housing solutions.
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