For his thesis project at the University of Minnesota, graduate architecture student Hank Buttita made a school bus home.
With the help of a friend, Hank was able to convent an ordinary public school bus into a mobile home. The inside of the bus is outfitted with two skylights, a queen-size bed, dining area, kitchen, storage spaces and a bathroom. Many of the wooden furniture pieces inside of the bus are modular, since space is a little tight. However, the bus can still hold about 12 people at once comfortably.
Hank is taking his new school bus home across America to test its ability to withstand a number of different environments, as well as show off this unique mobile home. Hank keeps a log of his cross-country travels on his website, 'HankBoughtaBus.com.'
What's Driving This Trend
- Upcycled Homes
- Creating unique and affordable homes out of unexpected materials like school buses and shipping containers.
- Modular Furniture
- Designing furniture that can be moved or reconfigured as needed, maximizing limited space.
- Mobile Homes
- Designing homes on wheels for transportation, flexibility, and adventure.
Who This Affects Most
- Home Construction
- Innovative construction companies that are exploring alternative building materials and methods to provide affordable housing.
- Furniture Design
- Companies and designers who specialize in modular, multi-functional, and space-saving furniture solutions.
- Recreational Vehicles
- Manufacturers who produce mobile homes, campers, and RVs, who can investigate new and stylish designs for those who love to travel and embrace a minimalist lifestyle.
