5 Old Airstream Trailers Restored

Airstream trailers are the oldest and the most distinctive trailers to be seen on roads all across USA. The rounded aluminum bodies make this recreational vehicle instantly recognizable.

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Wally Byam, the creator of Airstreams, began building trailers during the late 1920s, in his backyard, in Los Angeles. Byam created the first travel trailer to satisfy his wife’s refusal to camp without having her kitchen. His invention generated such a great interest that in the 1932 he becomes the founder of Airstream Trailer Company.

Today, Airstream Company is renowned for its luxury recreational vehicle. Airstream trailers have been making a comeback in recently years especially in the design world. Ralph Lauren and MacKenzie-Childs are among big names from the industry that remodeled Airstream interiors.

The vintage Airstream trailers renovation is a challenge for many designers that succeed to make stunning transformations.

1. “Luxe Lounge”

Luxe Lounge is an old restored Airstream Globetrotter from 1961, designed to be used as a multi functional space. The interior design was made by Kristiana Spaulding. The contemporary style and the monochromatic palette allow the customization according to the client’s brand.

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2. Adirondack Airstream

It is a 1977 Airstream International Sovereign redesigned by Craig Dorsey. The rich wood interior and leather use offers the warmth and glow suitable for the Adirondack Mountains atmosphere. Adirondack Airstream was finished in Silver paint. The use of red, green and blue colors add a warm feel of a cozy cabin.

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3. 1954 Airstream Flying Cloud

This beautiful Airstream was meticulously renovated by Timeless Travel Trailers. This old trailer was originally used as a hunting and fishing lodge, but the final result has nothing to do with the original. The gleaming hand-polished exterior is just the first stunning feature. The interior is absolutely admirable. The cozy interior was created by the use of natural hickory wood copper sheet and genuine leather. Moreover all of the trailers systems have been upgraded.

4. Jules Verne Airstream Traveler

Architect Paul Welschmeyer made a very creative and original redesign of a vintage Airstream Traveler. Welschmeyer declares that he wanted to create a fantasy, like a Jules Verne experience. Besides the interesting design, the Airstream is gifted with a solar system that provides power to all the appliances.

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5. A Trailer for the Stars

This Airstream trailer interior design is based on a striking combination of aluminum and, hand-rubbed wood veneer. A wool carpet, a custom parsons desk and the glass slides accomplish a modern and comfortable aspect.

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 Nowadays, Airstream trailers lovers have many resources to find interesting renovation ideas. Besides the classical lovely features, designers have proved that Airstream trailers embody all that a traveler can dream of. What is your favorite trailer design from the five?

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