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kelwynmist
We felt the same way about our Cali interior, it’s so practical, but the grey can feel a bit cold and uninspiring over time. We recently did a light refresh that made a huge difference without a complete overhaul.
We added soft-textured seat covers in warm neutrals, swapped the curtains for ones with a more cheerful print (we went with mustard tones to complement the greys), and mounted a few battery-operated fairy lights with a soft glow. They’re cosy without being too bright and double as ambient lighting at night. Also added a hanging plant in a macrame holder near the rear window simple but effective.
If you're after more structured design ideas, have a look at what Bright Sparks are doing with custom camper lighting and modular accessories. Their setups are clean and functional, and they’ve got a few clever options that still leave your space adaptable. Great for subtle customisation that doesn’t scream “overdone”.
On a more creative front, I took some ideas from interior concepts I saw through dRAW Architecture. They have this knack for balancing space with personality, and while they focus on larger builds, the way they use colour and soft zones can translate really nicely into a van space.
Would love to see your end result every Cali ends up with its own personality after a few thoughtful touches!
We added soft-textured seat covers in warm neutrals, swapped the curtains for ones with a more cheerful print (we went with mustard tones to complement the greys), and mounted a few battery-operated fairy lights with a soft glow. They’re cosy without being too bright and double as ambient lighting at night. Also added a hanging plant in a macrame holder near the rear window simple but effective.
If you're after more structured design ideas, have a look at what Bright Sparks are doing with custom camper lighting and modular accessories. Their setups are clean and functional, and they’ve got a few clever options that still leave your space adaptable. Great for subtle customisation that doesn’t scream “overdone”.
On a more creative front, I took some ideas from interior concepts I saw through dRAW Architecture. They have this knack for balancing space with personality, and while they focus on larger builds, the way they use colour and soft zones can translate really nicely into a van space.
Would love to see your end result every Cali ends up with its own personality after a few thoughtful touches!