Bruce Campell is a 64-year-old retired electrical engineer who has always had very creative ideas. It's already innovative to make a home in the woods, but it's incredible that he actually modified an airplane himself and lived in it. Let's see his story and what the inside looks like!
1. Land Purchase
In his 20s, Campbell bought a 10-acre plot of land in the woods of Hillsboro, Oregon, for $23,000 with plans to build himself a house. His initial plan was to use a few cargo ships, which was innovative enough, but later he changed his mind…
2. Change Of Plan
Joanne Ussery, from Mississippi, had her old house burnt down, so she chose to refurbish a Boeing 727 airplane near a peaceful river. After hearing about her story, Campbell decided to change his original plan and try a similar innovative project himself.
3. Airplane Purchase
Therefore, in 1999, he bought a Boeing 727 airplane from Olympic Airways for $100,000. Everything seems going well, but then challenges appeared when it came to transporting this giant plane into the Oregon woods. Campbell ended up spending $120,000 on transportation to finally receive this airplane. But he says every penny spent on this plane was worth it.
4. Aircraft Modification
Next, Campbell renovated the entire plane. This is the entrance to his airplane home. He fixed the ladder to the ground and installed light strips for lighting at night, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that matches well with the forest's greenery.
5. The Living Room
Entering the plane, you can see his workbench and storage area for necessities. He often tinkers with aircraft parts here. Some daily necessities behind him are orderly in chaos. The spacious space is also suitable for hosting guests.
6. The Bathroom
Despite the limited space on the plane, he still managed to create a fully functional bathroom with a toilet, washbasin, storage area, trash can, etc., which is very similar to the original one on the plane.
7. The Laundry Room
Due to limited toilet space on the plane, the washing machine, sink and bathtub are placed inside the cabin, making the toilet and washroom apart. Every day, Campbell washes in this spacious bathroom, preparing for the day ahead.
8. The Rest Place
Campbell bought a lengthy sofa and placed it in the front cabin. He cleverly used two cabins of different sizes to separate the bedroom and the living room, creating a private and cozy resting space.By day, it serves as a workstation, while at night turning to a peaceful sleep haven.
9. The See-Through Floor
Notably, he transformed the floor into a transparent one, revealing the pipes below, so that he can quickly find the place that needs to be repaired when problems occur, helping to minimize losses.
10. Simple Life
Although the inside of Boeing 727 is spacious enough, Campbell lives a modest and simple life. He didn't spend a lot of time on building a multifunctional kitchen, but chose to use a microwave and a toaster to make quick meals. This is probably the lifestyle he pursues!
11. The Forest House
This aircraft home is located in the forest. You can breathe in fresh forest air and see the outside scenery simply by opening the cabin window. With the cool breeze blowing, you can choose to go out for a picnic in nature, or enjoy a comfortable and quiet rest in the house—it's truly comforting!
12. Another Lifestyle
Campbell's innovative transformation of the Boeing 727 into a living space not only reflects his innovative spirit, but also provides inspiration for those who are interested in non-traditional life. If you also like this simple and creative life, try to build your own house!
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