Living small, sustainably in a Living Vehicle

Architect Matthew Hofmann, 34, inside the Living Vehicle he designed. The sleeperbed comes down from the ceiling to accommodate his wife, Joanna, 30. The couple travel and work remotely from the Living Vehicle.

Joanna Hofmann prepares a cup of tea in the kitchen.

A view of the kitchen, with the pantry pulled out. The Living Vehicle, as shown, costs about $149,000 and can be hauled with a full-size pickup truck. The latest model, the LV Travel Series, starts at $90,000 and will be available beginning in the fall.

Overhead storage in the kitchen.

The interiors feature natural light, a full bathroom, high-end amenities and a washer and dryer.

A washing machine, closet and a queen-sized sofa sleeper in the master bedroom.

Matthew Hofmann and wife Joanna enjoy the retractable deck on the Living Vehicle at Cabrillo Beach. They divide their time between a boat in the harbor and the Living Vehicle.

Architect Matthew Hofmann says he designed the Living Vehicle for people who want to live better, travel and don’t want to be tied to the demands of a home.