20 Inspiring RV Makeovers if You're Planning an RV Remodel (2024)

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Get inspired with these rv makeovers and motorhome design ideas. I’ve rounded up the best ideas from around the web to help you envision your next rv makeover.

Is it possible to live in a home on wheels with style? Creating a comfortable living space whilst upgrading your RV’s interior design sounds a little intimidating, but what if I tell you it’s pretty easy?

Make your space feel as close to home as possible, in style, with these enticing RV makeovers.

Here are 20 inspiring RV makeovers and motorhome design ideas to prove it just might be, with a little elbow grease and creative vision.

We enjoyed renovating our RV, which we lovingly call “TIDBITS ON WHEELS”, designed and decorated in my bright Cottage Romance TIDBITS style.

Here is a peek, but check out all the details on our reveal post, then come back to enjoy this round-up of other RV renovations I discovered while looking for inspiration. Be sure to subscribe to my email updates to catch all the details of our adventures of living in our RV with our 4 kids while we build our home.

There are some clever creatives out there taking small spaces and making them huge with style! Whether you have an RV just to hit the road, live full time in your travel trailer, or a temporary mobile home on wheels, these ideas will get you excited to make it an RV to love.

When and Where to Buy an RV

If you’re looking for an RV to fix up, the off-season is a great time to buy! My husband works with someone who has a side hustle of buying and selling RVs, and he highly recommends the new year as the perfect time to get one. When people find themselves high with bills from the Holidays, an RV is the first thing to go to, and they are often desperate sellers.

In our search for finding an affordable RV in need of some tender DIY love and care, here are the places we searched:

• Local Classifieds
• Facebook Marketplace
• Word of Mouth
• Local Dealerships

Beautiful RV Makeovers and Motorhome Design Ideas

Be sure to bring big vision and hard work to the table, and you just might create a tiny home as beautiful as the ones below! Get some inspiration from this list of how you can decorate and change your RV furniture, kitchen cabinets, throw pillows, and more!

1. Mrs. Schmick

This cute RV, lovingly nicknamed “Mrs. Schmick” is a darling inside and out! The texture of that floor covering adds so much interest to this space. Be sure to catch up on their adventures for Mrs. Schmick on Instagram.

2. Kreating Homes

An incredibly helpful how-to guide from Kreating Homes for replacing the nasty rv flooring and terrible carpet that can be found in older RVs. If you’re wanting to give your rv a new look, this is a great place place to start.

3. Domino

Another airstream makeover, but I am inspired by the custom seating and gorgeous cushions found in this reveal on The Modern Caravan. Updated seating makes a huge difference in this rig!

4. Arrows and Bows

You’ve got to follow the live-in RV adventures from Arrows and Bows. Ashley shares great tips on her blog and the behind-the-scenes reality of living in an RV with kids on her Instagram.

I love how they painted the exterior and made a classy and cozy retreat just outside the front door.

They made the small space cozy for kids and adults alike! Paint, statement stick wallpaper, wood accents, light fixtures, and so many simple upgrades made a big difference!

5. Troop Nashville

If you’re looking for some western/boho-style motorhome design ideas, you must see this makeover from Troop Nashville. This one is super fun and unique! I love seeing how this creator’s style really shines.

6. Clever Fox Mama

I’m finding out Instagram is a major hub for RV enthusiasts to share their improvements and adventures. It was fun to discover this account –CleverFoxMamaonInstagram. Her motorhome living room feels like home. You can’t even tell it’s an RV!

7. The Arrow Anglers

I’m inspired by the modern look of the RV by TheArrowAnglers. Their use of woods, whites, and blacks come together so nicely. And isn’t that rv kitchen amazing? I love the tile backsplash!

8. Bonnie Christine

The most inspiring rv decor ideas I ran into come from the creator Bonnie Christine. This gorgeous camper was featured on Living in a Shoe Box and it is straight up dreamy. The colors, the patterns, and the well-thought-out use of space are so inspiring!

9. RV Fixer Upper

This gal needs to be dubbed the Joanna Gaines for RV’s! Be sure to check out her many RV design inspiration ideas on RV Fixer Upper.

RV bathroom spaces are notoriously small. I am wowed by the clever idea of using a ladder behind the toilet for added storage space and beauty.

Every detail is noteworthy. Check out the peel and stick wallpapered pocket door, faux shiplap, lighting, countertop, flooring, stairs . . .

I would never have guessed this was an RV’s kitchen!

Shades make great window treatments and I love seeing them in these motorhome design ideas.

Definitely check out more on RV Fixer Upper.

10. Kalifornia Kountry

I found another family living in their RV while they build a home and their bunk area is so cozy and adorable. Follow along with Kalifornia_Kountry on Instagram to get a glimpse of the reality of living in a trailer with kids!

I have to share her two-toned kitchen too! The stick tile on her rv walls is beautiful.

11. Wilson Grand Adventures

I keep thinking those dinette nooks make it hard for everyone to scoot and sit. I love how WilsonGrandAdventures on Instagramchanged that area into a bar with tons of counter space for eating and a working. Brilliant!

This cozy landing place came a long way as well! I love the layers of blankets and pillows. It makes me want to curl up and take a nap.

12. Vintage Revivals

You can count on Mandy from Vintage Revivalsto come up with the most creative designs, and an RV was no exception. What she calls “the nugget” is a tiny retro RV that they transformed into the happiest place on earth!

13. The DIY Mommy

The YouTube star, DIY Mommy, decorates her remodeled RV for all the seasons. I love watching them make the most of their RV!

14. Anyone Can Decorate

For all my fellow shabby chic fans, this RV from Anyone Can Decorate goes down as the most unique RV I’ve seen yet!

15. Zevy Joy

The pop-up camper van that has taken Instagram by storm comes from my sweet friend Annie of Zevy Joy. Gotta love all that natural light and those dreamy white curtains. It looks like an outdoor oasis!

16. The Nosery

I love this sink and countertop transformation from The Nosery. It doesn’t even have the usual RV feel. I’m thinking the fancy faucet makes a vast difference too!

17. Living with Lady

Take a look at this stunning motorhome interior from Shannon at Living with Lady. It looks classy, timeless and up-to-date all at the same time. Love it!

18. Mountain Modern Life

This beauty from Mountain Modern Life definitely caught my eye. It’s totally gorgeous and I love the clever use of that rod hung above the kitchen counter. I’ll bet it’s the perfect spot for hanging baskets, utensils, linens, etc.

19. Pocket Full of Whimsy

Here is another amazing rv makeover from Pocket Full of Whimsy. If you prefer a more modern style, this one should be right up your alley!

20. TIDBITS

And of course, I can’t leave out my own rv makeover project. The TIDBITS on Wheels motorhome. This project was a lot of work, but it was so satisfying to transform this space from tacky and outdated to welcoming and beautiful.

More RV and Motorhome Design Ideas

I hope you’ve enjoyed exploring the incredible possibilities that lie in a small RV space! I’m working on finding even more inspiration and filling up my RV Design Pinterest board, so head HERE if you would like to see even more!

Now how about you guess what we will do next? I dare you. 😉

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• The BEST RV Bunk Bedding
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• Got Stinky RV Probs? 8 Solutions Learned the Hard Way
• RV Art | Home is where you park it FREE Printable Pack
• Life Lessons Learned Living in an RV with a Family of 6
• RV Renovation Process | Walls
• Staging our RV to Sell
• TIDBITS on Wheels RV Renovation
• RV Renovation Tour | Pre-Decor