These design-build outfits across the U.S. know their way around the iconic silver trailer.

A king-sized bed is surrounded by windows to make an inviting nook.

Whether you need a mobile office or just want to hit the road in style, the allure of Airstreams is undeniable. For design enthusiasts looking for something more custom, retrofitting a vintage model can be an exhilarating project. Not up to doing it yourself, or need a bolt of inspiration? Here are seven of our favorite studios that specialize in remodeling Airstreams, turning their labors of love into full-time businesses.

Colorado Caravan

The couple found the 1969 Globetrotter through a Craigslist ad.

Patrick Neely and Kerri Cole are the husband-and-wife team behind Colorado Caravan, a Denver studio that renovates caravans, containers, and Airstreams. Neely, who used to flip houses and fix up vintage cars, does the build, while Cole designs and styles. They got their start with a 1969 Globetrotter named Bonnie that they renovated for $19,180.

“Most of the phone calls we get aren’t for travel,” Neely tells Dwell. “People call wanting a mobile nail salon, or something they can park at businesses. These trailers are so iconic that you can do anything with them. They are a great structure—easy to move and very designable.”

In the eating area of a 1966 Airstream Safari, "a custom table for two provides not only an eating space but also a deep bench to hang out on and watch the TV that is mounted on the opposite wall," explains Cole. The bench is upholstered with a faux leather, helping ensure any spills are easy to clean up.

Silver Bullet Trailers

The Kugelschiff is a vintage Airstream Bambi II, with interiors that were designed by Robert Edmonds of Edmonds + Lee Architects, and the build-out handled by Sergey Shevchuk of Silver Bullet Trailers.

The Kugelschiff is a vintage Airstream Bambi II with interiors that were designed by Robert Edmonds of Edmonds + Lee Architects; the build-out was handled by Sergey Shevchuk of Silver Bullet Trailers.

Joe Fletcher

See the full story on Dwell.com: 7 Airstream Renovation Companies That’ll Take Your Vintage Cruiser to the Next Level

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