In 1931, Airstream began with Wally Byam’s dream: to build a travel trailer that would move like a stream of air, be light enough to be towed by a car and create first-class accommodations anywhere. Every inch of an Airstream has a function. Airstream is the most thoroughly tested Airstream in trailer history. Its engineering is the culmination of over 80 years of experience plus millions of miles on roads throughout the world.

Architects and Fabic Designers

Christopher C. Deam is an architect and furniture designer best known for his pioneering designs for Airstream Intl. His designs crystallized a renewed interest in the American icon and sparked what has now become a movement of customizing trailers. Chris’ work builds upon the aesthetic standards and exquisite restraint of previous modern masters and represents the core values of a designer who believes in design that is direct, honest and unadorned. Deam’s quest to make his design “essential” is characterized by the reduction of design elements, gracefully revealing an enduring beauty that ultimately rests in utility. www.cdeam.com

Christopher C. Deam is an architect and furniture designer best known for his pioneering designs for Airstream Intl. His designs crystallized a renewed interest in the American icon and sparked what has now become a movement of customizing trailers. Chris’ work builds upon the aesthetic standards and exquisite restraint of previous modern masters and represents the core values of a designer who believes in design that is direct, honest and unadorned. Deam's quest to make his design "essential" is characterized by the reduction of design elements, gracefully revealing the enduring beauty that ultimately rests in the utility of design. www.cdeam.com

Allison Arieff was a founding senior editor of Dwell and served as its editor-in-chief from 2002 to 2007. She is currently the editorial director of print for MIT Technology Review. She does not, alas, live in a prefab house, but does have a factory-built 1962 Airstream trailer.

Interior Design, Cabins, Tiny Houses, Airstreams

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ESK is a creative studio that combines innovative materials and thoughtful design to represent brands and families in unique containers. We have decades of experience in design, construction, and Airstream restoration; transforming mobile spaces into engaging residential or commercial environments.

Allison Otto is an award-winning shortform filmmaker and travel writer who currently produces work for the Travel Channel. She currently spends her free time teaching yoga, running in the desert, hiking with her Chihuahua-mix Cosette, and fixing up her beloved 1958 Airstream.

Silver Cocoon is a Minneapolis–based design studio that was founded in 2001 by husband and wife team Souliyahn and Tia Keobounpheng. Named for their 1966 Safari-Double Airstream, Silver Cocoon began as a grass-roots operation, where the Keobounphengs worked in the basement of their 1950s rambler and their airstream trailer, parked out front. The brand takes a lifestyle approach to design, focusing on designing objects to complement everyday living. Primarily known for its jewelry line, Silver Cocoon also makes ornaments, bags, jewelry stands, and more.

Timeless Travel Trailers is Airstream's most experienced Factory Licensed Upfitter and the leader in the turnkey design and production of custom trailers and motorized vehicles. We are the leader in the turnkey design and production of custom trailers and motorized vehicles. Our vehicles are handcrafted for recreation, experiential marketing, entertainment, mobile retail, food and beverage service, and hospitality.

Margarita McGrath and Scott Oliver of noroof Architects specialize in small-space design, perfect for their headquarters--and many clients--based in New York City. We featured their innovative renovation of an under-700-square-foot apartment (for a family of four!) in our June 2009 Think Smaller issue. Favorite room in the house: "The 'cat-bird seat.' The cats like to sit on the windows and watch the birds. I like to watch the street and what's going on, read, open the window to get fresh air." Most recent purchase: "We're spending all our money on computers for the office." Currently longing for: "An iPhone or a Bambi Airstream."