Zen Den was built for a family who wanted the best of indoor and outdoor living on every camping trip. The signature achievement of this build is fitting five sleeping spaces into a 144" van — a rooftop tent, a main bed, and a folding bench seat — without sacrificing the livability that makes a long trip actually enjoyable. A slide-out rear kitchen keeps the interior clear and lets the family cook with a view. Built as part of our full custom van conversion process, the layout is highly configurable for everything from ski weekends to summer road trips. Book a free consultation to start designing your own.
Every component below was selected and installed by our team in Aspen, CO. If you see something you'd like in your own rig, explore our build process or browse our upgrade options.
- InsulationLizardSkin sound control and ceramic insulation throughout; 3M Thinsulate in van cavities for climate control
- ConstructionLaminated Baltic Birch and bamboo throughout; upholstered marine-grade plywood panels; custom cab headliner and rear transom; bamboo ceiling with LED puck lights
- Ventilation & HeatingTwo MaxxAire 12V roof vents; Webasto AirTop 2000STC diesel heater
- Flooring & WindowsBamboo-textured floor over insulated subfloor; Tern Overland bunk windows and driver-side window for natural light
- SleepingMain bed plus rooftop tent via CAMPTEQ system; 3-passenger bench seat folds flat for additional sleeping
- WaterTwo 20-gallon custom tanks — driver-side for hot water, passenger-side for fresh — supply the sink and exterior shower; Scandvik marine-grade spray shower with 6' extension
- KitchenABS laminated Baltic Birch and bamboo slide-out rear kitchen; SnowMaster CL56D fridge/freezer
- AudioAlpine 8" compact powered subwoofer; Infinity Reference 6.5" door speakers; two-channel rear ceiling speakers
- Battery224Ah AGM battery bank in hood compartment
- SolarSunflare solar panels mounted to CAMPTEQ rooftop tent for off-grid charging
- Vehicle ManagementREDARC Redvision Manager30 total vehicle management system for battery monitoring and power distribution
- SuspensionVan Compass VS30 2" lift kit with Fox Racing rear shock and Sumo Spring front upgrade
- Tires & WheelsBF Goodrich T/A KO2 265/70/17 tires on Black Rhino Overland wheels
- AwningThule Hideaway 10'6" roof mount awning for shade and weather protection
- AccessoriesExtra winter tire set; Aluminess side-mount ladder with deck tape for rooftop access
Our team in Aspen works through a free 15-minute consultation to understand your travel style and what you need. No pressure, just a conversation.
Every build we complete is purpose-built for its owner. Browse the full gallery or explore one of our other recent case studies below.
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A 4-season van built for camping, skiing, and cross-country trips with Bamboo paneling, Baltic Birch cabinets, and sleeping for three.
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Explore the BuildWhether you're planning a full expedition-ready conversion or looking for targeted van upgrades, our small team in Aspen builds every rig by hand and is ready to design something built around your life.