The Nook Build Process

Building a van is a shared creative journey, and like any great partnership, the right fit matters more than anything else.

Our goal is clarity and creating a space where you feel confident and inspired. 

We offer three models as starting points.

Whether you stick close to a proven model or want something custom, intentional design and genuine collaboration are at the heart of every Nook.

Every build has five stages.

Stage One: The First Steps

Let’s talk! Schedule a meeting with our team and let us know which Nook model interests you and how you’ll be using your Nook on the road.  We will guide you through the options, helping you turn big ideas and individual needs into real possibilities. 

We will also share a build sheet, which details all of our specs, options, and prices for each component providing total transparency and no hidden fees!

Stage Two: Secure your build spot

Submitting a $500 deposit reserves a spot in our build queue. If something changes, we’ll refund the deposit, no questions asked.

Stage Three: Finalization

Decisions settle and pricing is confirmed. We take a 50% payment about one month before the build starts, giving us enough runway to source parts and coordinate details. 

Stage Four: The Build Begins

Each van requires two to four months total build time in the shop. We welcome visits and provide regular updates. We are your partners in the decision process and will let you know of any potential cost or timeline changes.

When the van reaches 50% completion (usually this means that all of the systems are installed, and some of the furniture and finish work is done) we take a 25% progress payment.

Stage Five: Delivery Day!

The final 25% payment is made one week before the scheduled completion date.

We will work with you to schedule delivery or pickup, and provide a thorough introduction to the van’s systems as well as a User Guide booklet.

Our time-tested engineering allows a world of custom possibilities.

We work closely with our clients to clarify their priorities and develop unique and beautiful solutions. Custom builds often include bespoke furniture, finishes, and layouts, becoming beautiful testaments to unique lifestyles.

Some custom builds are specially crafted to meet industry needs, like mobile retail or medical data collection, and some reflect very specific use cases, like a returning client who wanted two separate beds.

This XL extended van has several totally unique furniture pieces, an elevator bed, and a sink in the spa.

Floor plan options for a traveling clinic.

The custom design process involves a lot of back and forth conversation followed by renderings to clarify and finalize the space. Custom designs usually require a longer production timeline.

No matter the end result, every build starts with a conversation.

Some clients arrive with precise ideas or needs, others are just beginning to imagine what life on the road could be. We welcome both with equal care, offering expertise while respecting personal vision.