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Experience the freelancer COCOON Wellbeing Motorhome Wood Cab in action, Gallery with making-of footage and test drives across Northern and Southern Europe, loaded on standard flatbed Mercedes Sprinter, VW Crafter and MAN TGE vans, and soon on 4 kW solar-powered, self-charging electric vehicles. The sustainable, healthy, functional and minimalist caravan alternative, 100% wood construction, free of glue, plastic, paint and chemical treatments, for biohacking longevity with zero-VOC environment. (Real pictures, no AI)
Private wood house, Germany 
Volkswagen Crafter / eCrafter – Double Cab Flatbed
Alpine forest, Germany 
Mercedes Benz Sprinter / eSprinter – Doka Flatbed Truck
Cold Hawaii Beach, Denmark 
Volkswagen Crafter / eCrafter - Double Cab Flatbed
Alpine lake, Germany 
Mercedes Benz Sprinter / eSprinter – Doka Flatbed Truck
Bavaria Countryside, Germany 
MAN TGE / Volkswagen Crafter – Doka Flatbed Transporter
Cities, Parkings, road night stop, Germany 
MAN tge / Volkswagen Crafter – Doka Flatbed Car
Abendteuer Allrad fair, Germany 
MAN tge / VW Crafter- Doka Flatbed Vehicle
COCOON-Freelancer is designed to create one of the healthiest and most natural living environments possible. A place where you can rest, recover and feel at ease, perhaps even more than in a luxury hotel, a spa or your own home.
Its pure wood construction, free from glues, paints, chemical treatments and plastics, creates a zero VOC, EMF and toxin-free environment.
The dimensions are designed to provide generous living space, essential functionality, material efficiency and the freedom of mobility with a regular driving license and independent of the vehicle.
News
News Press & Awards
Thanks to our team and partners, for achieving international recognition for sustainable design innovation.
GPDP Grand Prix Design – Paris, France
19.03.2026
DMP Design MasterPrize – CA, USA
23.12.2024
COCOON Mobile Wellbeing Architecture
Moon wood construction
Inspired by ancient Japanese temples and centuries-old Alpine houses.
Toxin free environment
Zero VOC and toxic emissions, no paints or surface treatments, Hypoallergenic breathable and moisture-repellent raw natural materials
Car transportable wood cabin
The sustainable and wellbeing alternative to synthetic campervans, motorhomes and caravans.
Vehicle independent housing
Sized and weight optimized for standardized flatbed trucks, trailers and global shipping logistics.
Biohacking health performance
Unlocking recovery potential within a toxin-free, EMF-insulated wooden sanctuary.
Architecture without trace
Prefabricated pure wood. Stable and lightweight. Creating remote sustainable spaces where building was previously impossible.
Independent Freedom & Comfort
Essential equipment for minimal and remote living, supporting everyday self-sufficiency.
Kinetic flex space transformation
Effortless transitions between sitting, standing, moving, and sleeping area.
Car-Transportable Cabin
A vehicle-independent module for flatbed trucks and trailers. The sustainable wellbeing alternative to campervans, motorhomes and caravans.
Inspiration
Japanese temples
& Alpine houses
Transportable
Standard Vehicles
Regular Licenses
Biohacking
Health Benefits
EMF Shield
Just Wood
Handcrafted
in Germany
Hypoallergenic
Breathable & Moisture
Repellent Materials
0.0% VOCs
NO glue, plastic
& chemical treatments
Wellbeing Architecture
Glue free solid wood motorhome cabin, converting flatbed vans pickups and trucks to minimalistic wellbeing campervan. The healthy, zero-VOC architecture alternative to campervans and caravans. Handcrafted in the Alps.
Cabin Type
COCOON freelancer
129.900,00 € – 194.850,00 €Price range: 129.900,00 € through 194.850,00 € Excl. VAT & ShippingMinimalist mobile wood house, freedom in the golden ratio.
Size and weight optimized for transport on standard and EV flatbed vans like Mercedes Sprinter Flatbed, VW Crafter and similar vehicles, with 3.5 t regular driving license and towable trailers.
Weight: 900 - 1,500 kg
Dimensions L×W×H
3.45-4.20 x 2.2 x 2.3 m
COCOON nest
147.500,00 € – 295.000,00 €Price range: 147.500,00 € through 295.000,00 € Excl. VAT & ShippingGlue-free, solid wood, motorhome container in 20, 30 or 40 ft.
Zero VOC tiny house, studio or workspace for expedition overland truck container chassis and trailers, turning them into a minimalist wellbeing cabin.
Weight: 4,300 - 10,000 kg
Dimensions: L 6.06 / 9.14 /12.19 m
W x H: 2.44 x 2.59 or 2.90 m
COCOON warrior
89.300,00 € – 107.160,00 €Price range: 89.300,00 € through 107.160,00 € Excl. VAT & ShippingThe independent adventurer, comfortable bed for one and hospitable seating area for four.
Size and weight optimized for transport on standard and EV Pickup (Chassis fixation adapter needed) like Toyota Hilux, Tundra, Dodge Ram, Tesla Cybertruck and more.
Weight: 740 - 900 kg
Dimensions L×W×H
2.3 x 1.9 x 2.3 m
Interior
Natural sanctuary
Pure pine timber cabin, natural wool and cotton textiles, kapok mattress. Free of glue, paint and chemical treatments. An honest material setup that breathes, swells, dries and regulates humidity on its own. Minimalist design, effortlessly tidy, makes the space feel wider than it is. A calm, absolute zero-VOC calming fragrance of natural pine where you rest, recover, find mindfulness and peace wherever you are.
Space transformation
Practicality and space efficiency, the lounge module transforms effortlessly from a comfortable seating area for four persons into a classic work desk, an ergonomic standing desk and a generous double bed.
Double bed & loft
The table transforms into a spacious and comfortable double bed, turning the interior into a pure, natural sleeping environment, free from all types of chemicals and VOCs, offering optimal calm restorative and living experience.
• Bed Dimensions: 184 × 184 cm
• Optional loft bed for 1-2 children
Storage modules
Three integrated storage modules beneath the mattresses, each offer 230 Litres of capacity, providing in total 690L convenient space for clothing, food, and personal items. Easy access and clear organization help maintain a tidy and calm interior environment.
• Storage Modules: 3 Units
• Dimensions: 86 x 86 x 31 cm
• Volume: 230 L (Total 690 L)
Equipment
Self-sufficient system
Washing-up supplies, portable stainless steel tanks, fully mechanical and electricity-free, with simple access for refilling and maintenance.
• Fresh water tanks: 9 + 9 litres (heatable)
• Waste water tank: 20 litres
• 5 kg LPG bottle (propane, butane)
• Safety alarm: gas leak detector
• Portable gas fridge, optional
Pantry compartment
Intuitive and structured cabinet layout with clearly organised space for storage and cooking routine. Dedicated sections for tableware, cookware, wooden plates and kitchen essentials, and food supplies grouped by category, fresh produce, carbohydrates, proteins, spices and staples.
Pantry compartment
Intuitive and structured cabinet layout with clearly organised space for storage and cooking routine. Dedicated sections for tableware, cookware, wooden plates and kitchen essentials, and food supplies grouped by category, fresh produce, carbohydrates, proteins, spices and staples.
CO and smoke detector
Carbon monoxide is odourless, colourless and life threatening. It forms through incomplete combustion in gas cookers, heaters and stoves, or enters from outside sources such as running engines. The detector raises an alarm well before levels become critical, and covers smoke in the same unit.
• Detection: CO Carbon monoxide & Smoke
• Alarm: Acoustic 85 dB
CO2 monitor
Carbon dioxide builds up from breathing alone. Rising levels cause headaches, tiredness and poor sleep long before the air feels stale. The monitor shows the air quality in the room together with temperature and humidity.
• Measuring: CO2 in ppm, temperature, humidity
• Indicator: LED Light colors green, yellow, red
• Alarm: N/A.
Insulation Glass
The Light Vacuum-Insulated-Safety-Glass offers exceptional thermal and sound insulation, free of interior condensation and fog, durable clarity & panoramic views, alternative to Acrylic windows and superior U-value to 44 mm triple glazing yet six times lighter
• Thickness: 7 mm
• Insulation U-value: 0.7 W/m²K
Insulation glass
The Light Vacuum-Insulated-Safety-Glass offers exceptional thermal and sound insulation, free of interior condensation and fog, durable clarity & panoramic views, alternative to Acrylic windows and superior U-value to 44 mm triple glazing yet six times lighter
• Thickness: 7 mm
• Insulation U-value: 0.7 W/m²K
Insulation glass
The Light Vacuum-Insulated-Safety-Glass offers exceptional thermal and sound insulation, free of interior condensation and fog, durable clarity & panoramic views, alternative to Acrylic windows and superior U-value to 44 mm triple glazing yet six times lighter
• Thickness: 7 mm
• Insulation U-value: 0.7 W/m²K
Insulation Glass
The Light Vacuum-Insulated-Safety-Glass offers exceptional thermal and sound insulation, free of interior condensation and fog, durable clarity & panoramic views, alternative to Acrylic windows and superior U-value to 44 mm triple glazing yet six times lighter
• Thickness: 7 mm
• Insulation U-value: 0.7 W/m²K
Portable sanitation
To keep the compact 3.4 m edition spacious and lightweight, avoid sources of humidity and reduce hygiene risks, sanitation solutions can be handled by portable toilet and portable shower without fixed plumbing.
• Optional: The longer 4.2 m edition can be equipped with fixed plumbing sanitation for toilet, shower and further equipment.
Solar EV charger
The COCOON roof and side walls can be equipped with lightweight solar panels generating up to 4 kW. On Peak sun and 75% 3 kW efficiency it could generate equivalent to 8 km Range per hour.
Exp. Ref. Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 200 hp 4.1 t
• Battery capacity: 110 kWh
• Range: 250-400 km
• Consumption: 28-35 kWh/100 km
Transportation
Airlifting to new terrain
Thanks to their lightweight construction, COCOON modules can be airlifted by helicopter to remote or restricted
areas such as mountains, rooftops Skyscraper or nature reserves, where conventional building was not possible for ecological,
legal or climatic reasons.
Built from fully organic, recyclable materials that leave no trace, COCOON opens new ways to create
environmentally friendly and sustainable spaces where architecture was once impossible.
Sustainable alternative
Conventional recreational vehicles are typically built from laminated composite panels: synthetic polymers, fibreglass, carbon fibre, plastics, foams, resins, plywood, MDF and aluminium sheet. These are bonded with structural adhesives and sealants that can release emissions over time. The COCOON is built from solid pine, wool and cotton, with no glue, paint or chemical treatment.
Vehicle independent
The COCOON-freelancer is weight-optimised to be transported on a regular driving licence, as a cargo load on a
standard 3,500 kg flatbed truck (Large Van, LCV). This makes it a vehicle-independent solution and a sustainable
alternative to conventional Class A, B and C caravans and motorhomes built from laminated composites.
• Compatible vehicle makes and models:
Mercedes Sprinter, VW Crafter, MAN TGE, Nissan Interstar, Iveco Daily, Opel Movano, Renault Master and more.
Vehicle independent
The COCOON-freelancer is weight-optimised to be transported on a regular driving licence, as a cargo load on a
standard 3,500 kg flatbed truck (Large Van, LCV). This makes it a vehicle-independent solution and a sustainable
alternative to conventional Class A, B and C caravans and motorhomes built from laminated composites.
• Compatible vehicle makes and models:
Mercedes Sprinter, VW Crafter, MAN TGE, Nissan Interstar, Iveco Daily, Opel Movano, Renault Master and more.
Double cab flatbed van
Double cab, 1 to 7 seats. The rear seat row is removable for storage space. 7.0 m length, closer to driving a
passenger car than a truck or towing a trailer.
• Seats: 1 to 7
• Rear cabin: 4 seats or storage
• Length: 7.0 m
• Height with COCOON: 3.1 m
• Payload: 3.5 t < 1,180 kg
• Payload: 4.1 t < 1,700 kg
• Payload: 5.0 t < 2,400 kg
• Payload: 5.5 t < 2,800 kg
Transport fixation
The COCOON module is secured to the flatbed or trailer with three tensioned straps, concealed beneath the exterior facade instead of visible exterior.
As a standard load, this keeps the vehicle fully independent from the load and requires no special certification or regulatory approval.
Road handling
Mounted on a flatbed, the COCOON freelancer offers smooth handling, easy parking and car-like agility, more
effortless than towing it on a trailer or as a caravan.
Extensive test drives across German Autobahns, Swiss and Austrian Alpine roads, Spanish gravel tracks, French
country roads, Danish coastlines and Norwegian fjord routes, including extreme wind, rain and storm conditions,
showed stable and predictable driving behaviour, comparable to a van or a passenger vehicle.
Consumption and speed performance
At a cruising speed of 90 km/h, the COCOON-freelancer achieved fuel consumption of under 9 L/100 km, even with
its uncompromising cubic form and heavy load weight.
In a high-speed resistance test on the German Autobahn, the loaded 3.5 t vehicle stayed stable and
predictable at up to 140 km/h.
Consumption and speed performance
At a cruising speed of 90 km/h, the COCOON-freelancer achieved fuel consumption of under 9 L/100 km, even with
its uncompromising cubic form and heavy load weight.
In a high-speed resistance test on the German Autobahn, the loaded 3.5 t vehicle stayed stable and
predictable at up to 140 km/h.
Driving licence
Drivable with a regular car licence (light vehicles, passenger cars, EU Class B, US Class D/C). No special permit
is required for editions up to 3.5 t.
MAXIMUM VEHICLE WEIGHT BY LICENCE
• EU Regular B: max 3,500 kg
• EU Licence C1: max 7,500 kg
• USA Regular D/C: max 11,800 kg / 26,000 lbs
Legal regulations
Vehicles under 3,500 kg are generally classified as passenger vehicles rather than commercial trucks in most regions worldwide, benefiting from regular car rules on parking, tolls and road access. Local rules vary by country and region, and dimensions such as height or length can restrict access in urban or protected areas.
Construction
Roofing architecture
To completely eliminate the risk of water infiltration, the design deliberately omits roof windows. The edge profile is shaped to channel rainwater runoff away from the facade and rail fixation screws. Beneath the surface, the design incorporates a fully breathable ventilation layer, allowing drying and moisture dissipation between the interior and exterior structure to prevent condensation.
WEIDLICH joints
Mastering glue-free timber construction is a sophisticated challenge requiring decades of expertise. Since 1991, WEIDLICH is specialized in crafting exclusive glue-free interiors, furniture, and kitchens. This glue-free philosophy made the consistent vision of a COCOON, a pure natural architecture construction, challenging weight, dimensions, structural and technical limitations possible.
LINDAUER connection
Crafted by innovative Swiss moon wood manufacturer LINDAUER.ch , these interior kitchen modules blend ancestral carpentry heritage with precision CNC engineering to create completely glue-free, mechanical wood-locking systems.
Traditional mechanical joints
The COCOON combines high-tech precision with ancient Japanese and Alpine interlocking joinery, creating stable structures without glue. Glue lines can weaken over time with changing humidity. Purely mechanical connections let the wood breathe and adapt naturally to environmental shifts and structural tension, eliminating the risk of adhesive failure.
Inspired by Erwin Thoma Holz100
The roots of COCOON trace back to a profound paradigm shift sparked by the treehouse, lectures, books and exemplary architecture by Erwin Thoma and his Holz100
moon wood construction methods.
• Filmarchiv in Laxenburg
Moon wood tradition
Glue-free construction since 1991
WEIDLICH Moon Wood Manufacture is a family-run workshop in the Bavarian Alps, dedicated to glue-free moon wood furniture since 1991. This rare expertise is practiced by only a few known dedicated craftsmen in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Japan.
Holz100 partner houses
Since 2018 Weidlich Started building houses with the Thoma Holz100 system, used worldwide for everything from tiny houses to multi-story office buildings. Thoma gives a 50-year guarantee against mold and condensation on Holz100 houses.
Treated vs. natural timber
Untreated moon wood needs no chemical protection, coatings or paint. Its breathability lets the timber dry completely, helping to prevent mold and decay. Over time it develops a natural protective patina, so no repainting is needed. And without glue, there is no adhesive to fail.
Wellbeing space
Cocoon was created with a simple vision, to build a maximized natural well-being healthy living space. Consistent natural and organic materials like pure wood timber, wool and cotton, free of glue, paints, chemical treatments and plastics. Stainless steel for Technical components. The Cocoon Freelancer is the result of carefully considered golden proportions, balancing space, comfort, weight and material efficiency for flexible mobile living, wherever you go. A place to rest, recover and feel at ease, perhaps even more so than in a luxury hotel, a spa or your own home.
Redefining vanlife potentials
According to the World Health Organization, health is “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being.” COCOON Modular Wellbeing Architecture by AttiaDesign creates biophilic spaces and sustainable environments that foster human potential in physical and mental health, shaping values and culture together.
Absolute zero VOC
Built from spruce and larch moon wood, harvested in winter during the waning moon phase. At this time, trees are in sap rest, with moisture bound within the cell structure rather than free in pores and cavities. Moon wood is traditionally valued for its lower sugar content, making it naturally more stable, resilient and resistant to fungi, insects and long-term deterioration, without chemical preservatives or treatments.
Glue-free timber construction
The entire construction unites ancestral wisdom with modern precision and mastery of woodcraft. Minimalist design and engineering rely on mechanical connections, including expansion joints. Except for the sliding door and windows, no glue, adhesives or surface coatings are used, allowing the structure to expand naturally, breathe, ventilate and dry completely.
Biohacking human potential
A natural living environment may be particularly supportive of rest, sleep and recovery for people who are sensitive to their surroundings, including those with allergies, respiratory sensitivities or heightened environmental awareness. It also suits lifestyles centered on physical performance, regeneration, self-optimization and biohacking.
Electromagnetic shielding
The solid wood walls and vacuum glass contribute to reducing electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure, including high-frequency radiation from sources such as mobile networks. This supports a calmer indoor environment, which some people may find more conducive to rest, sleep and recovery.
In an on-site measurement with a broadband RF meter, ambient radiation outside the structure exceeded 14,000 μW/m2. Inside the COCOON, it measured below 50 μW/m2.
Thermal & sound insulation
The solid wood walls and the vacuum glass, with insulation comparable to triple-pane glass at a fraction of the weight, provide effective thermal and acoustic insulation. Solid wood acts as a natural thermal buffer, storing heat and releasing it gradually, while also dampening sound through its density.
Circadian rhythm & sleep quality
Sleep research shows that early morning daylight, natural evening light and avoiding artificial blue light at night support the body’s natural circadian rhythm. A healthy rhythm is linked to balanced hormones, immune function and deeper, more restorative sleep, the foundation for recovery, cognitive performance and overall well-being. Large windows bring in the morning light and wool curtains soften it, making it easier to build a lifestyle of discipline and healthy daily habits.
Hypoallergenic natural materials
Pleasant, balanced temperature regulation and comfort in every season. A pure wool blanket naturally regulates warmth, absorbs moisture and stays fresh over time. It is naturally flame-resistant, odor-resistant and self-refreshing. The mattress is filled with wild-grown kapok in a removable cotton cover. It is naturally breathable, hypoallergenic and moisture-repellent.
Spacious perception
The COCOON interior is designed to feel spacious, generous and open, helping to reduce stress. Pleasant natural materials, an open layout and large panoramic windows with wide views and bright daylight create a strong sense of openness and relief, for a calm and comfortable living environment.
Environmental mission
COCOON stands for grateful, friendly people who respect the environment, landscape and local culture. Its users explore with humility and awareness, observe kindly, buy locally and move gently through nature. They take responsibility for the places they visit, pick up the waste they find and aim to take only impressions, leaving each place as they found it or a little better.
Environmental mission
COCOON stands for grateful, friendly people who respect the environment, landscape and local culture. Its users explore with humility and awareness, observe kindly, buy locally and move gently through nature. They take responsibility for the places they visit, pick up the waste they find and aim to take only impressions, leaving each place as they found it or a little better.
















































































































































































































































































































