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McLaren F1 Team celebrates 1,000th race start, as Oscar and Lando sport LEGO helmets at the iconic Monaco GP

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McLaren is coming to the Monaco GP weekend, celebrating their 1,000th race start, and wants to do it in a special way, both on and off the track. The most iconic race in the Formula 1 calendar will see Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri sport the LEGO helmets for the length of the racing weekend at the Circuit de Monaco, which is exciting for F1 fans like me.

That celebration is going to reciprocate for McLaren and LEGO fanatics as they can own either of the two drivers’ brick version of the LEGO Edition helmet, of course, in a smaller scale. To top it off, the protective gear will come with the complementary minifigures of the chosen driver’s helmet. This is not the first time the two brands have collaborated, as we’ve already been petrified by the Life-sized LEGO McLaren P1 being driven around the Silverstone track, and the complementing scaled-down LEGO version for die-hard fans.

Designer: LEGO and McLaren

The collectible LEGO sets immortalize both the papaya team drivers in brick form, mirroring the details of the special edition helmets that’ll be worn at this weekend’s practice session, qualifying stint, and the final race at the winding street circuit by the duo of young drivers. Both of the LEGO helmets measure seven inches high, five inches deep, and 4.5 inches wide. Those dimensions remind me of the Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc LEGO helmets that had a similar buildable format and shape.

Both these LEGO sets are priced at $90 each and consist of 793 pieces. You, as a fan, can sport them on the standalone black display pedestal with the printed signature plaque. However, they are distinct in their look and feel, as both the McLaren drivers sport different aesthetics. That said, the special edition livery will be sported at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, as well.

According to the LEGO Group’s Chief Product & Marketing Officer, Julia Goldin, “Our LEGO design team worked closely with the drivers and McLaren Racing to develop these special 1000th race LEGO helmet products.” He added by saying that “fans will be able to build the sets at home, creating a cool memento of racing history for display.”

43017 McLaren Mastercard F1 Team Oscar Piastri Helmet

For Oscar Piastri, the brand’s signature papaya is mixed with the Aussie F1 driver’s favorite blue. The helmet has intricate details such as his driving number “81” and the printed patterns that look absolutely stunning. The accompanying Oscar minifigure is handprinted in the hand-picked casual outfit by the talented F1 driver.

43023 McLaren Mastercard F1 Team Lando Norris Helmet

Last year’s world champion now has the number one driver number, and that is etched proudly on this peppy helmet design. It carries Lando’s iconic fluorescent blob design and the unique design elements of the 1000th Grand Prix livery on the real one. The design is co-created with the prodigy himself, and it looks absolutely stunning. Lando’s minifigure sports the handpicked look as well.

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Floating City by Freedom Ship is destined to be a comprehensive habitat on international waters

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Spending a week or a month at length on an expansive Cruise ship is on many people’s wish list. The Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, having a maximum capacity of 7,600 passengers, is right up there. It is currently the largest cruise you can book for a very long time, if you’ve got money to spare, of course. If you cannot fathom the size of that cruise ship, wait till you hear what this upcoming cruise ship is capable of.

Dubbed the Floating City, the ambitious project by Freedom Ship is destined to haul 80,000 people in total. It’ll be home to 50,000 permanent passengers, 10,000 day visitors, and 20,000 crew members taking care of everything on board. It’ll be powered by nuclear energy and given the colossal size, it will remain in international waters. For now, the Floating City is proposed to circumnavigate the globe every couple of years at a cruise speed of seven knots.

Designer: Freedom Ship

The seed for this nuclear-powered vessel came from American engineer Norman Nixon in 1990. Still, unfortunately, after his demise in 2012, the project was paused for a long period, until it again propped up under the new leadership led by Roger M. Gooch. Measuring almost a mile wide and tall enough to have 30 decks, the cruise ship will be one of the biggest vessels on the open waters by a long stretch. Apart from the living spaces, the ship will have a 15,000-capacity sports stadium, a water park, and two museums. To prevent residents from getting seasick, the vessel will have all the basic amenities, including shops, restaurants, a convention centre, and a symphony hall.

Out of those 30 decks, four will be used for financial branches, retail, banks, and commercial services. Two decks will be designated for a food hall, a shopping mall, a casino, a nightclub, and even a large aquarium. After all, this ship has to feel like a city on its own, which is why it has a 15-mile-long walkway, along with three acres of parks for all onboard to explore. Everything on the decks and the neighbourhoods will be connected in a web of trams and pathways. For emergencies, the city will have eight helipads for quick transfer to land. Basic amenities, including hospital and educational hubs, will facilitate residents in seeing their children pass high school and then opt for further studies in the Floating City bounds.

Given the magnanimity of this larger-than-life project, Gooch has commissioned a 12-person leadership team of designers, architects, and project managers to bring the Floating City to life. Once the required funds are amassed, the vessel is slated to take shape in Indonesia over a period of three to four years. According to Gooch, permanent residents can start living on board mid-way through construction, once the basics are in place. Visionaries can even lease or buy the real estate space on board for a cohesive, self-sustaining economy. As per Kevin Schopfer, the project’s lead, the massive stadium can be used for one-of-a-kind events or concerts. He jokingly said, Taylor Swift was a part of passing discussions, but he wasn’t sure if we could handle that yet!

No matter the scale of the ship, residents are bound to get bored at some point in time. That’s why Floating City will give residents and long-term guests the option to explore various onshore destinations via ferry services, every week or so. Floating City is estimated to be constructed for a total cost of $16 Billion, and construction will commence once the funds are ready at the disposal of the leadership. Till that time, this will remain a visionary concept that’ll have a lot at stake.

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This 48g Monako Glass puts Claude Code in front of your eyes so you can vibe code anywhere

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In the age of artificial intelligence, when you can tell the computer what you want, and it builds it for you, something seems missing. Maybe a wearable input device that would let you interact, code and build using AI, and you wouldn’t even have to move a muscle. Introducing the Monako Glass, the world’s first heads-up display smart glasses designed for vibe coding. It comes with wave guide display, camera, speakers, and bone conduction microphone.

Human and AI interaction is taking new turns with every passing day. Nothing is constant, it seems. In this overly paced world, the possibility of coding on a pair of glasses while walking around in the lab or sitting at home preparing a project for class sounds futuristic in the best way possible.

Designer: Monako Glass

The 48g Monako Glass – a nicely developed Buildroot Linux computer in a pair of glasses – can run Claude Code, Codex and even allow you, as a creator, to run AI coding agents you’ve trained to your liking. The glasses feature all its electronics – including an ARM Cortex A7 chipset – on the right temple tip. A 300mAh battery, providing the power backup to all the vibe coding you’re going to do on these glasses, rests in the left temple tip. This positioning, Monako CTO informs, allows the glasses to feel light on the nose, making them wearable for long periods of time during the workday.

If you think it’s straight-up out of a sci-fi flick, this is not even the start. Inspired by Apple Vision Pro (which apparently takes a back seat in favor of AR glasses), Monako uses something called the Vision Engine (in the integrated camera), to translate finger and palm gestures into precise digital commands. For instance, raising the hand opens up the apps on the glass’s display, while pinch and slight back and forth drags of the forefinger and thumb can help scroll through the generated code or toggle volume in the music app.

With the apps like “Claude Code, Codex, Unreal Engine, Blender and After Effects” on board, Monako Glass can be a single tool for all your needs. But still, you have the choice to “wipe the bundled apps clean, and replace all code with your own,” company CEO Candy informs. “The onboard Linux is fully open to you and your Claude,” she adds, so running full Linux, Claude Code, and your AI agents hands-free can be as smooth and fun as you like with the Monako Glass.

What really impresses me more than the gestural input system is the bone conduction microphone placed on the nose (bridge). The mic is strategically placed that it listens to the vibrations coming from your nasal bone. For instance, you’re in a busy café, the AI (courtesy the microphone) will listen to you alone and execute your input as a prompt to get the next computation of the code done on Monako’s monochrome screen.

Monako Glass is still in the preproduction stage, but the company is hopeful of getting this first-ever wearable Linux computer to the market by August this year. It is for now available on preorder on Monako’s official website for $19, which should reserve a unit for you. Candy says, “early supporters will get Monako Glass for $399.”

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adidas Trionda Pro brings connected-ball technology to the FIFA World Cup 2026

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The much-awaited FIFA World Cup kicks off with an opener between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium on 12 June. While the fandom and the love for the most popular sport on earth remain constant off the field, there is a lot that’s changing on the field. The Virtual Assistant Referee (VAR) is getting more control of the game, with the power to intervene in spotting fouls and also identify real-time data from the specially designed football to make faster offside decisions, or pick out individual ball touches in a crowded set piece.

The football designed especially for match day is called Trionda Pro, which means “three waves.” It is styled in the colors and motifs of the three co-hosting nations, Mexico, Canada and the United States of America, and is said to arrive with a built-in motion sensor, which would send real-time ball data to VAR. The ball is now available for $170.

Designer: adidas

Created by adidas for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Trionda Pro is the official match ball of the tournament. It will arrive in a tricolor wave panel design with red, green, and blue graphics, which pays tribute to Canada, Mexico and the USA. The ball also features maple leaf, eagle, and star – again representing the nations – visible across the four-panel construction of the ball.

“The Trionda Pro has a textured surface for a more predictable trajectory, better touch and lower water uptake, combined with a thermally bonded seamless construction for added performance and design benefits,” adidas notes on its webpage dedicated to the match ball.

Even though the impactful silhouette makes the ball pretty identifiable on the ground, adidas and FIFA wanted more from it. To that accord, Trionda Pro features a 500Hz motion sensor installed inside of its specially created layer in one of the four panels. The other three panels are provided with counterbalances ensuring flight stability in all playing conditions. The sensor is part of adidas’ in-house Connected Ball Technology and used in the match ball. It sends accurate ball movement analytics to the VAR in real time and also helps identify individual touches precisely.

The data of the ball movement, then combined with AI and player-positioning data, can allow the virtual referee to assist with correct offside calls and also identify a handball from headers in a crowded space on the field. Accurate and fast decisions regarding off-sides and fouls can make a big difference in high-octane games, especially on the world stage. So, Trionda Pro is a viable tech upgrade to the sport, which is going into a mega tournament for a period of 39 days starting 11 June through 19 July, 2026.

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C Seed’s Sculptural Bugatti N1 folding TV carries dynamic flair of the Tourbillon supercar

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Modern display technologies have come a long way in the last couple of decades, and so have the viewing experiences. Talking of the latter, no one does it better than C Seed, even though at a steep price. The Austrian high-end design brand has awed us with the 165-inch 4K MicroLED TV that disappears into the floor when not in use, and later with a TV that folds into itself within a metallic structure.

Anything new coming from them is deemed to be at the epitome of modern tech design, and that’s what the C Seed x Bugatti collaboration has materialized into. This is the Bugatti x C Seed N1 TV designed for purists who swear by the Tourbillon hypercar’s magnetism. The very same dynamic flair and emotional connection are now reflected in this sculptural C Seed folding TV.

Designer: C SEED x Bugatti

The car’s flowing contours and the precise measurements bring this colossal display into a league of its own. But it’s the calming Sierra of the display folding down into the Tourbillon’s distinct shape and then sliding off horizontally into the stand’s nest that sets this thing apart. It virtually turns into an architectural marvel in this configuration, and then when it’s time for a movie night, the N1 can open up over the course of 45 seconds with the push of a button. Depending on the sitting arrangement in the room, the TV can rotate 180 degrees like a smooth operator. Everything is effortless and creates an emotional connection, both when it is not in use and when it’s time for some cinematic entertainment with friends and family.

C Seed Bugatti N1 requires no structural integration and sits in your living room just like a luxury furniture piece. According to C Seed, the TV is “shaped by a commitment to precision engineering and uncompromising craftsmanship.” Every single detail, right from the silently unfolding MicroLED technology to the aluminum body in its finest form, is designed keeping in mind elegance, performance, and precision reminiscent of the world of automotive engineering. To keep the overall weight down, C Seed turned to carbon fiber, which speaks volumes about the ultimate refinement of the design.

The classy form of the TV is complemented by the sound system designed by Wisdom Audio. The housing has planar magnetic speakers that target a specific frequency range for perceived depth and clarity, no matter where the listener is positioned. Since we are talking about C Seed wizardry here, the speakers also retract into the sculptural housing when not in use. The display is also top of the line, incorporating the latest and greatest 4K MicroLED tech. Along with the Adaptive Gap Calibration for seamless panel transition for the perfect final unified picture, the stunning visuals match the audio for an immersive experience as a whole.

N1 TV is offered in either 110-inch or 137-inch size, and the patented folding display panel tech creates a single continuous screen even with multiple folding cycles. C Seed very rhetorically describes it as an engineered multi-stage movement that turns technical performance into a choreographed visual experience.”

There is no word about the pricing of this tech-infused kinetic sculpture for your living room, but coming from C Seed, it should carry an eye-watering price tag. One thing is clear: the folding display will come in bespoke colors and sizes for demanding users.

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Encore RV includes full shower and toilet on 12-foot camper trailer without compromising living space

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Smaller camper trailers are sprouting one after the other, and we are in awe of each one of them. Special mention: Campinawe Crossover Solo we saw the other day. Now that seems like a story of the past, as we have a new entrant from Encore RV. This is not something especially new. So wasn’t the Crossover Solo really? It’s an enhancement of one of Encore’s more interesting ROG models, which despite everything else, lacked an onboard wet bath.

Encore RV boasts of producing trailers designed to last. In fact, the company based out of Elkhart, Indiana, did something extraordinary to prove its point. It hung a ROG 12RK-SS model “upside down from a crane, … supported by its rear kitchen cabinet for five days and five nights…” The experiment proved the tough, durable, corrosion-proof abilities of the trailer and substantiated the company’s claim.

Designer: Encore RV

Now for 2026, Encore is aiming to solve the critical dearth of bathrooms on smaller trailers. For this, the company has chosen a rather awkward spot (it’s not on the inside of the trailer nor sliding out in any direction), yet it is fully connected to the trailer. It’s built atop the ROG 12RK, one of the cheaper models in the manufacturer’s ROG lineup of trailers, and the new creation we get is called the ROG 12RK-FB, which was unveiled publicly at the recently concluded Overland Expo West in Arizona.

The 12RK is based on the same signature style of construction that the Encore follows for its more expensive offerings. The trailer has a completely wood-free construction. It features an aluminum frame, composite panels form the sides, while the roof is constructed from a single piece of fiberglass. The trailer measures 15 feet long from the tow bar to the rear, while the cabin itself is only 12-foot long.

The adventure-ready trailer features a futon that converts into a sizable 60 x 80-inch bed inside the cabin. During the day, the futon resides in front of a 32-in TV, which is connected to an installed setup of speakers. The kitchen of the trailer is placed in the tailgate. It features a dual-burner slide-out stove and a 93L fridge. A spare tire finds a place on the trailer tongue, but there is no room for the toilet or shower.

Enter the new ROG 12RK-FB with a very quirky but effective solution to the bathroom. It takes the spare tire from the trailer tongue and places it on the side, while a rugged pop-up box, comprising a full standing height wet bath, takes place instead. The tent-style bathroom pops out of the box and pitches in minutes, giving you a full height shower space, and features an integrated Thetford cassette toilet. The flooring is an EVA foam mat with anti-skid properties, while the side features mesh windows.

You can adjust the privacy and ventilation from the windows using the attached zip-down mesh screens. The fabric door has a magnetic closure for convenience. The boxy bathroom has a complete plumbing system installed, and is also provided by Encore with an 18,000-BTU propane furnace throwing in heat through a specially created duct to keep the bathroom heated on colder days.

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DIYer turns tiny GameCube keychain into a fully-functional controller

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Controllers come in all shapes and sizes, depending on the gamers’ needs, and most importantly, their holding comfort. Things get really interesting as a lot of big tech companies invest a lot of effort in designing a one-size-fits-all controller, which holds good for long gaming sessions. While most controllers are more or less the same size, there’s always that element of curiosity for accessories that are radically different from the standard proportions.

YouTuber Crux, who’s known for interesting creations with an infusion of gaming, has crafted a mini controller out of pure curiosity. Having got the Backpack Buddies GameCube controller keychain, he asked himself the question – can this be turned into a functional controller? That led to this interesting DIY project that is as intricate as things can get, since the maker is dealing with the super small size of things.

Designer: Crux

We all have keyrings in some form or another, and these cute little accessories evoke the feeling – what if these were functional? The DIYer addresses this curiosity with the functional GameCube controller keychain that looks extremely satisfying as it takes shape. Since he was dealing with very small proportions here, the rotary motor tool does the trick of shaving off the extra bit on the inside of the keychain controller to make space for all the electronics. To put together the intricate joysticks, D-Pad, and other buttons, the DIYer goes down the 3D printing lane. Of course, the button controls and the joysticks had to be mounted on a sturdy base on the inside; that’s why Crux goes for the surface-mount tactile switches.

The DIY progresses with splitting the two controller halves and making up the necessary space to fit the electronics. The ultra-thin enameled wires connect the different components to the Waveshare RP2040-Zero microcontroller board, which is programmed with firmware that makes the cute little keychain gamepad act like a native GameCube controller. The final step involved salvaging the wire and plug from the real controller and attaching it to the output ports. Once everything is in place, it’s time to connect the controller to the port and enjoy some gaming. He demonstrates a session of Fortnite and then moves to Mario Kart Wii. All the inputs work as intended, and you just wish this thing were available to grab right away.

If you manage to check out the complete video till the end, Brux hints at more keychain projects in the future. These include the SNES controller, N64 controller, and 3DS controller, which are absolutely cool. Somehow, if he can manage a wireless keychain controller DIY, that would be sublime.

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CASETiFY releases an original Tamagotchi, phone cases, charms, and exclusive accessories to pique nostalgia

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Tamagotchi, the virtual pet created by Bandai, a Japanese toy manufacturer, was seen constantly hanging from schoolbags in the late 1990s and early 2000s, when I was growing up. As brands now consistently mine millennial nostalgia for Gen-Z delight, many collaborations in the recent past have given birth to or revived the Y2K-era devices, of which the new Tamagotchi x CASETiFY collaboration is a true testament.

The device, which was a consistent charm for people, especially the kids, appeared clipped onto keychains or held as fidgets in the hand, is now getting a new life through the charismatic collaboration. The collection transforms the favorite nostalgic character into smartphone and tablet cases, charms, collectible accessories, and Tamagotchi chase cards.

Designer: CASETiFY

Officially launched on May 29, 2026, the CASETiFY’s Tamagotchi lineup includes customizable phone cases, earbud pouches, charms, a carry-on suitcase, and also features an original, limited-edition Tamagotchi device, each designed to be styled with interchangeable modular accessories. The exclusive range of products starts at roughly around $15 and goes up to $799.

The highlight here, of course, is the release of the Original Tamagotchi Casetify Limited Edition. This collectible object, reimagined as a usable tech accessory, is priced at $45, and comes in a small, egg-shaped form factor with three buttons, just like the real thing launched in 1996. This playable device will be available in a strictly numbered quantity through CASETiFY.

The full collection, including the original Tamagotchi, is now available at casetify.com and CASETiFY stores worldwide. Besides the rare piece, the collaboration, reviving the retro gaming imagery includes, Tamagotchi Collectible Plush Charm for $70, Tamagotchi Jumbo Pattern Snappy Cardholder Stand (MagSafe compatible) for $40, and Egg Tablet Case for the iPad at $79.

A restoration of the bright colors, character graphics, and the pixilated interfaces that made the Tamagotchi a force to reckon with is seen in the accessories covered in the character’s motifs, beyond the phone, tablet cases, detachable phone charms, and patterned straps. Amid these, the plush pouches designed to hold earbuds really stand out.

The collection, however, is not just about these smaller accessories. In fact, it comprises a customizable carry-on luggage from the CASETiFY Travel Tamagotchi luggage series. Using different Tamagotchi characters and retro typography, the appeal of the suitcase, available in pink and blue colors, can be enhanced to a decorative height that fans cannot deny.

It is difficult to point directly at what instigated Bandai for this collaboration with CASETiFY. But how it stands out, Tamagotchi nostalgia is seeing a rise in Japan. Themed displays inspired by Tamagotchi’s cute universe are everywhere, from cafes to parties. Reminding us that even after 30 years of its launch, Tamagotchi continues to have a fan following, which the two companies are leveraging through this collaboration.

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Rezvani Fortress is a F-150 Raptor on steroids loaded with military-grade security equipment

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Rezvani Motors is second to none when it comes to transforming already beastly 4×4 SUVs into armored vehicles fit for an apocalyptic world. The California-based automotive designer has already stamped its authority here at Yanko design with military-inspired vehicles like the Vengeance, Tank, and even the V8-powered Urus. Now, it’s the turn of the mighty Ford F-150 Raptor to get the Rezvani treatment for good.

They call it the 2027 Fortress and for good reason. The Doomsday-proof vehicle is hailed to be the “ultimate tactical off-road super truck,” making any F-150 look underwhelming. By no means is the original F-150 Raptor off-roader incapable of taking on any terrain, but this beast is a hyper-muscular version on steroids. It’s a heavily modified pickup truck inside out with a starting price tag of $285,000 to match the exploits. Like all times, this one too is a Limited-Edition creation restricted to 100 units, and booked for a refundable $500 deposit.

Designer: Rezvani Motors

According to Rezvani, the tactical off-road truck can easily handle city streets and, pretty obviously, the terrain that no other truck will ever dread going on. The beast comes in two options: the standard Raptor R with the twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 churning out 450 horsepower or the Raptor R’s supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 producing an impressive 850 horsepower. It’s not about traversing the terrain; it’s more about going there with authority as the Fortress gets the Ford’s Fox Live Valve internal bypass shocks, adaptive damping, and long-travel suspension. Just imagine it has a ground clearance of 15 inches, an approach angle of 38 degrees, and a departure angle of 29 degrees, which makes it capable of riding 45 inches of water without much fuss.

It is a top-tier military grade vehicle with reinforced steel bumpers, hood heat extractors, wide body fender extensions, roof-mounted auxiliary lighting and 20inch beadlock capable wheels topped up with oversize 40-inch all-terrain tires. You can go a step further, as the rugged SUV can be optioned with extra military-certified equipment, including electrified door handles, smokescreen, on-board thermal night-vision system, and electromagnetic pulse protection. If that doesn’t impress you much, then getting the full ballistic armor, bullet-resistant glass, blast-resistant underbody protection, run-flat military tires, and reinforced suspension system to manage all this weight is also an option.

Things don’t stop here as the truck can be beefed up with off-grid options like sports solar panels, auxiliary fuel systems, satellite internet connectivity, portable power station, and a dedicated water storage system if the world turns out into a Mad Max-like battleground. Those perks, however, come at an extra cost of around $150,000, which I’m sure a billionaire tycoon won’t mind sparing. On the inside, things get as cozy as they could, cocooning the riders in luxury. The thing is done in full-leather upholstery, with moody ambient lighting and an infotainment system that can be upgraded to Focal speakers paired with a JL subwoofer to make you go crazy.

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Campinawe’s solo camping trailer hides its bed to create a mobile office

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There is, for some reason, an increasing demand for rigs that satiate solo camper requirements. I am still catching up with the idea, but the demand is already evident. The camping industry is adapting to it. Just recently, the Daihatsu Wake arrived in a layout designed for campers who do not prefer humans along on their mobile adventures. Keeping up with the idea, Campinawe – recognized for its obscurely shaped camping trailers – is defining the concept with its streamlined layout for solo campers.

Solo camping is definitely the idea behind the new Crossover Solo layout released by Campinawe. It’s available for the existing Frontier and Adventure trailers from the company, starting at $39,995. The highlighting feature here is a foldable bed that opens up the space inside for an office, exercise, or simply living and dining.

Designer: Campinawe

Campinawe debuted its first trailer about five years back in 2021. Since then, there has been some strangeness about its camping trailers. The irregular shape and forms have looked odd and piqued curiosity, but the unconventional trailers have the most functional layouts in small 15-foot form factors. These functional layouts have been centered around queen beds, sufficing the sleeping, living requirements of at least two people conveniently.

The company is now adding more space to their trailer interiors with the new floor plan that centers around a single-person removable bed and frees up the floor space for a range of activities. The new Crossover Solo layout is, therefore, designed specifically for solo travelers. It is ideally provided for someone who likes to travel alone but prefers to carry their work along.

Since the layout is provided for two of the existing three trailers from the company, it is based on the usual multi-gauge steel tub chassis that is popularized by the Campinawe Trailers. The layout also carries the company’s step-in foyer signature design that has allowed Camoinawe to allow people to keep their living space organized, while the cooling off area bears the brunt of the mud, sweat, and negativity you bring along from the outdoors.

Beyond the walk-in foyer and the wardrobes in the rear side door lies the ultimate distinction of the Crossover Solo. It’s here that you have a single, stowaway bed, and open space next to it, which features a nightstand and a dropdown work desk that can double as a dining table can be used with the edge of the bed as a seat. The twin XL mattress is ideal for a single person, but I am not too sure if another person can be accommodated. I don’t take up much space to sleep but my wife is a star fish, so I’m sure, even if I wanted, I couldn’t take her along in this layout. You can do your own ideation.

While at it, you should know that even if the sleeping space is less, the floor space is massive in here. This is made possible by the interesting foldable design of the bed. The mattress, along with the bed platform, can fold in half and be stored on one side of the camper. This opens up the space for folding chairs to be installed for dining and working. The space can also be used for exercising, or just sitting around at daytime.

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