Designing the interior of a small camper is like tackling an exciting puzzle. With the right concepts, you can turn a cramped area into an inviting, practical, and chic mobile retreat.

1. Emphasize Natural Light

Large windows in a camper creating a bright and airy atmosphere.
Large windows in a camper creating a bright and airy atmosphere.

Let in as much sunlight as possible to give your camper a more open feel. I always suggest adding expansive panes or overhead lights, which can completely transform the atmosphere of the space.

Might be a good match:

  • Camper Overhead Light Fixture: Enhance your space with a camper overhead light fixture, adding ambiance and space.
  • Wide RV Viewports: Add wide RV viewports to let in light and create a roomy atmosphere.
  • See-Through Window Dressings: Let the light shine in while maintaining privacy with see-through window dressings.

2. Add a Desk That Drops Down

A drop-down desk in a camper offers a practical workspace solution.
A drop-down desk in a camper offers a practical workspace solution.

For working or writing, a desk that drops down provides a good place to work. I made mine to fold away, keeping the space open and versatile.

Check if these fit your needs:

  • Table That Mounts on the Wall and Drops Down: Make the most of your camper space with a desk that folds away.
  • Chair That Folds: Pair your desk with this chair that’s easy to store and comfortable.
  • Organizer for a Desk: Keep your space tidy with an organizer for small items.

3. Add Art

Personal touches like art and photos add warmth to a camper interior.
Personal touches like art and photos add warmth to a camper interior.

Putting up some art or family photos can make your camper feel like home. I use strips that stick and come off to keep everything safe and prevent damage.

A few things you might like:

  • Strips That Stick and Come Off: Hang art safely using strips that come off, great for personalizing your camper.
  • Prints for Wall Decor: Add charm to your camper with prints. They are a great way to improve your space.
  • String Lights: Add to your camper’s ambiance with string lights, creating warmth.

4. Make a Cozy Reading Spot

A cozy reading nook in a camper that doubles as a guest bed.
A cozy reading nook in a camper that doubles as a guest bed.

A small place to sit with a bench that’s cushioned and a lamp can be your escape. In my camper, this spot can also be used as a guest bed when needed.

A few choices to try:

  • Bench With Cushions: Make your camper more comfortable with a bench that’s great for reading or hosting guests.
  • Lamp That Bends: Light up your reading spot with a lamp that has adjustable brightness.
  • Throw Blanket: Add style with a blanket that’s great for snuggling up with a book.

5. Add Plants

Indoor plants in a camper add a touch of nature and freshness.
Indoor plants in a camper add a touch of nature and freshness.

Plants can bring life to your camper. I suggest small succulents or planters that hang because they are easy to care for and don’t take up much space.

Items that may come in handy:

  • Succulent Plants: Add greenery with succulents, simple to maintain.
  • Planters That Hang: Add style with planters that hang, a good way to hang small plants.
  • Planters That Self-Water: Keep your plants watered with planters that save you time.

6. Divide Your Space into Sections

Segmented zones in a camper create a sense of order and privacy.
Segmented zones in a camper create a sense of order and privacy.

Breaking up your camper into different zones for cooking, sleeping, and relaxing can help make it feel bigger. I once put a little divider between the cooking and sleeping areas, which made a cozy spot that felt like a mini-bedroom.

Explore these options:

  • Folding Room Separator: Add privacy and style to your camper with a chic folding room separator.
  • Small Book Storage: Keep your items in order with a space-saving book storage unit. It’s ideal for small spaces.
  • Sofa That Converts to a Bed: Improve your camper’s living space with a multi-use sofa that functions as a bed.

7. Use a Bike That Folds

A foldable bike in a camper provides mobility without taking up floor space.
A foldable bike in a camper provides mobility without taking up floor space.

For outdoor lovers, a bike that folds can be a way to bring your favorite activity along. I always store mine under the bed, ready for the next trip.

Some handy options:

  • Bike That Folds: Take your adventures anywhere with this bike that’s perfect for camper storage.
  • Bag for Bike Storage: Keep your bike secure with this bag.
  • Bin for Storage Under the Bed: Store biking gear in this bin, easy to access.

8. Put In a Small Kitchen

A compact kitchen in a camper with all essentials neatly arranged.
A compact kitchen in a camper with all essentials neatly arranged.

A small but well-organized cooking area with a small fridge, sink, and two-burner stove can take care of all your cooking needs. Keep it simple to make the most of the limited space.

A few relevant products:

  • Small Fridge: Keep your food fresh with a small fridge that is great for small camper kitchens.
  • Two-Burner Stove: Cook food easily with a small two-burner stove.
  • Small Sink: Put in a small sink to make cleaning and getting water easy.

9. Put Up Nets for Storage on the Ceiling

Ceiling storage nets in a camper help keep lightweight items organized.
Ceiling storage nets in a camper help keep lightweight items organized.

Nets on the ceiling are great for keeping light items like bedding and clothes out of the way. I often use them above the bed to make things easy to get to without making the floor messy.

Maybe worth checking out:

  • Net That Adjusts: Make the most of your camper’s space with this net for storing light items.
  • Netting for Storage That’s Strong: Keep your gear in order with netting that’s great for storing clothes and bedding.
  • Net Organizer for the Ceiling: Keep items within reach with this net organizer.

10. Add Color with Fabrics

Colorful textiles in a camper bring warmth and vibrancy to the space.
Colorful textiles in a camper bring warmth and vibrancy to the space.

Add some brightness with colorful fabrics. I think that bright cushions and throws add personality and make the space feel alive without being too much.

You might give these a try:

  • Bright Throw Pillows: Enhance your camper with pillows that are vivid, adding charm and comfort.
  • Colorful Throw Blanket: Add warmth and style with a throw blanket that’s perfect for cozy nights.
  • Rug With a Bohemian Style: Transform your space with a rug that adds patterns and energy.

11. Opt for Furniture That Does More

A convertible sofa in a small camper provides both seating and hidden storage.
A convertible sofa in a small camper provides both seating and hidden storage.

Inside a compact camper, each piece of furniture needs to pull double duty. One of my go-to solutions is a convertible lounger that also functions as a storage unit—ideal for stashing extra bedding and outdoor equipment.

A few suggestions:

  • Adaptable Sleeper Sofa with Storage: Get the most out of your camper space with this stylish, space-saving sleeper sofa.
  • Collapsible Dining Surface with Storage: Make the most of your space with a handy, foldable dining surface for your small camper.
  • Storage Footrest Seat: Use this seat for seating and as a hideaway in your camper.

12. Add a Pantry That Slides Out

A pull-out pantry in a camper maximizes kitchen storage space.
A pull-out pantry in a camper maximizes kitchen storage space.

A pantry that slides out can make organizing food and kitchen supplies easy. I’ve seen campers where this feature makes a small kitchen work like a much bigger one.

Possibly helpful picks:

  • Organizer That Slides: Make the most of a small kitchen with an organizer that slides for easy access.
  • Basket That Slides Out: Put in baskets that slide out to keep your kitchen items in order.
  • Dividers That Expand: Use dividers that expand to organize pantry items in small spaces.

13. Put In Lights That Give Off Warmth

Warm lighting in a camper creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
Warm lighting in a camper creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

Soft, warm lights can make your camper feel welcoming and homey. I always put in LED strip lights under cabinets and around the ceiling to create a warm, ambient glow.

These products might be useful:

  • LED Strips That Dim: Change your camper with LED strips that dim for a cozy and adjustable ambiance.
  • LED Lighting Kit With Remote: Add convenience with a kit that lets you control the lights in your camper.
  • LED Lights That Run On Batteries: Choose lights that run on batteries for simple install without having to worry about wiring.