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cottage on wheels

  • Cottage on Wheels
  • Cottage on Wheels
  • Cottage on Wheels

Originally designed for Family Circle Magazine as a multi-use space that also can function as an everyday service vehicle, this cottage on wheels represents another minimum housing concept (similar to the City Sleeper or Camping Trailer.)

A specific chapter touching on all of these projects can be found in Donald MacDonald's affordable housing book, Democratic Architecture.

The wall sections in the van's interior contain all items necessary for living over a long period of time in a van. Stored items include: a stove, icebox, chemical toilet, pump sink, dining table, bed, closets, and heater.