Foundation Build System interior
Coming Soon to New Zealand

The Foundation Build System is heading to Aotearoa.

A professional van conversion kit you can install at home. Designed for the Ford Transit. Built for adventure — from the South Island to the Far North.

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The Easiest Way

Build your dream Habitat.

Our modular Foundation System is the heart of every Habitat van. Engineered for strength, tested in real-world conditions, and designed to make your build simple — whether you're parked up at Piha or chasing snow in Wānaka.

Designed and manufactured in the mountains of British Columbia. Coming soon to New Zealand with local support, shipping, and install options tailored to Kiwi vanlifers.

Ford Transit with rear doors open showing the interior build
Take a Tour

See it in action.

A capable foundation, or a complete build. Your van, your way.

— Meet Foundation

A complete interior foundation kit, engineered for strength designed for comfort.

The Foundation Kit isn't a collection of parts — it's a single, fully integrated build. Every panel, fastener, and piece of hardware is engineered to fit together perfectly, so your van comes together as one cohesive system.

Engineered as one system±1 MM PANEL TOLERANCE
TRANSIT · SPRINTER* · PROMASTER*
Kit System
FK · 01Included

Structural Framing

Easy to install structural framing system, hidden behind walls.

FK · 02Included

Insulation & Sound Deadening

A 3-layer insulation system including a vapour barrier, thermal reflective layer, and breathable insulation for ultimate year-round comfort.

FK · 03Included

Floor System

Our innovative floor system eliminates thermal bridging and includes van-specific wire routing with in-floor channels. Perfectly cut to match the Transit floor.

FK · 04Included

Sleeping

Our innovative Range Bed system provides a solid behind wall structure for bed platforms. Choose from east west, north south and murphy. With bunk and cot options to extend sleeping space even further

FK · 05Included

Lighting

Sleek integrated lighting and switches

FK · 06Included

Power Systems*

Choose a power system to suite your needs, weekender or full timer, we have a drop in system to suite your needs

FK · 07Included

Cabinets

Choose cabinets from our modular system to complete you van, or build your own

FK · 08Included

Window and Trim Kit

Our wall panels included integrated trim creating a seamless easy install

FK · 09Included

Advanced Panel System

Marine-grade birch wall panels with our integrated nook system for sideways sleeping — no flares required. Paired with an upholstered ceiling system, support frame, and puck lighting. Backlit panels with hidden ultrasonic dimmers, pre-cut outlets, and Range Bed compatibility.

Why Foundation

Built different. In every way.

01

Unmatched Quality.

Marine-grade fabrics, industrial adhesives, engineering-grade printed plastics and 6061 powder coated aluminium. Every material has been meticulously tested for life on the road.

02

Sleep Sideways Without Flares.

Our Bed Nooks coupled with the Range Bed System let you sleep sideways comfortably — no flares required. Taller than 6.1 ft? Spec flares and we deepen the nooks to match.

03

Make It Your Own.

A fully modular system. Adjust height, add bunks or cots, choose queen sideways or king north-south. Hundreds of colour and finish options make it truly yours.

3D Builder

Design your van, in real time.

Use our interactive 3D builder to configure your Foundation Kit — choose your layout, finishes, and options before you commit.

— Stories from the road

Real clients. Real builds.

Every Habitat van has a story. Here are a few from the people who live in theirs.

Larry Lynd — Foundation Kit
Foundation Kit

"Outstanding experience with the Habitat kit. Service and workmanship are second to none. I bought the kit to do my build as DIY, but I didn't want it to look DIY — the system is perfect. The panels fit my 2025 Transit high roof perfectly, with the bump-outs to support sleeping across. I couldn't have done this and had it look so good. Support continues after pickup and throughout your build — very responsive, ready to help and recommend. Highly recommend."

Larry Lynd

Squamish, BC

Steve Betts — Custom Build
Custom Build

"We Love our Habitat Van. I wanted an Adventure Van. Not a Camper, but a daily driver that would be comfortable to camp in. Able to park at the store, able to hang all weekend at the beach. Getting a custom van done is a big, scary, expensive, intricate process. It takes time and dedication by both the buyer and the builder. I'd built 2 vans a very long time ago as an amateur. I am familiar with the process, the systems, and some of the challenges. As such, I wanted a nice quality van, not the van that I used to camp in by the river with shag carpet on the floors AND walls. Habitat built and installed everything on the van to date. Their work was excellent. At some point I said to myself "I just trust these guys". I'm really glad I did."

Steve Betts

Vancouver, BC

Shannon O'Regan — Custom Build
Custom Build

"Alex and his team built an exceptionally functional and absolutely beautiful mini home on wheels for me. Lots of communication and progress pictures throughout the build, everything done to exact specifications, and delivered on budget. They exceeded expectations on my custom requirements: an extendable lounge for naps with my dog, air conditioning that didn't break the bank, a pull out step for the bed that has an integrated dog feeding station, and space for art. I feel completely confident I have the right systems, appliances and power for living in my van while I drive the Pan Am."

Shannon O'Regan

Custom Build

Michael Hewitt — Foundation Kit
Foundation Kit

"Can't say enough good things! My wife and I are starting our modular build in our transit. I reached out to Alex and immediately felt comfortable and confident this was the right place. We took the van there from northern bc to have the first step completed. They installed our windows and fan for us and I also picked up the floor system while there. The job was done professionally and clean no mess in the van at all and perfectly on time! Now I have a few things to do so in the spring I can order the foundation kit! Great job and products guy keep up the exceptional work! Cheers 🍻"

Michael Hewitt

Northern BC

Brent James — Custom BuildBrent James — Custom Build alternate view
Custom Build

"We had our Ford Transit completely built out by Habitat Vans. We spoke with several van builders when making our decision to choose a builder. We knew we had found our builder after our first conversation with Alex. The whole process was smooth and efficient. Alex and his team are very knowledgeable and provided great feedback during our initial design process and through out the build. They also researched many products to ensure our needs were being met with the best available products. They pay particular attention to detail and included many surprise extras. Their communication was excellent during the build process and they have continued to check in to ensure the van is meeting our expectations. We couldn't be happier!"

Brent James

Ford Transit Build

Ted Beales — Custom Build
Custom Build

"We wanted a van suitable for exploring Vancouver Island and B.C. Something comfortable to live in and easy to drive. Habitat has provided that. They sourced a 2026 Ford Transit 350 for us and did a complete build. They patiently worked with us designing the van - my wife wanted an enclosed toilet and I want the space in the toilet room to be utilized. The solution was to build a shelving unit/wardrobe in the toilet room that slides forward when the toilet is going to be used. This gives us a huge amount of storage and an enclosed toilet. Alex and Marc were great to work with - they kept us informed as the build progressed. The workmanship is excellent and it was completed in the projected time."

Ted Beales

Vancouver Island, BC

New Zealand Launch

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