Understanding the “Design Quotient” before you commit. If you’ve ever wondered, “How long should the design phase take on a refurbishment project?” You’re not alone. Pilots, owners, and maintenance managers ask me that all the time. It’s a smart question. You’re managing expectations—budgets, downtime, scheduling—and you want to be sure you’re not cutting corners on…
We’re incredibly proud to share that a project we recently designed will be on display 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰 at AirVenture 2025. It’s a major milestone for us at Completion Designers—and more than just a moment of pride, it’s proof that our approach is working. When our client decided to upgrade from their current aircraft to…
So, what happens before all those 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 you see?🎨 Well, a lot. One part of the process we absolutely love is concept development. Behind every sleek cabin interior or striking exterior paint scheme lies a lesser-seen but vital step—𝘀𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴. After initial consultations and crafting a style profile, the magic begins—when pen meets paper. These…
(And Why It Matters More Than Ever in Aviation) If you’ve known me for a while, you probably know I’m a designer. And if you’ve worked with designers, you probably think you know what that means. Most would say we’re experts in aesthetics, ergonomics, spatial layout, materials, concept development, storytelling—maybe even sculpture. You’re not wrong….
What’s trending beyond the cabin? NeoCon is the place to find out. The Merchandise Mart in Chicago is always our go-to for fabrics—but during NeoCon, it transforms into a full-on design gallery. It’s the perfect excuse to step outside the aviation bubble and explore what’s new across the entire world of contract design. And of…
🏁 Indy 500 Meets Aviation Design 🏁 Here in Indy, race week is a big deal—and nobody does bold like the auto racing world. Racing and aviation have always gone hand in hand. Both are built on speed, precision, and high performance. It’s a winning strategy—getting teams to the race ready to compete, and back…
What defines 𝗹𝘂𝘅𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 in your mind? Imagine this: You step into a design process where everything revolves around you. Your schedule, preferences, and vision are all front and center. Every detail, from the first conversation to the final reveal, is tailored to ensure your experience is as intentional and rewarding as the finished product….
You know, 𝗳𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 when they step into an aircraft interior. But for us? They’re everything. Every project we work on—whether it’s 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀, 𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝘀, 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘀, 𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀, 𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀—fabrics play a huge role. And honestly, choosing them feels a bit like picking out your favorite…
At Completion Designers, we’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life through custom interior design, exterior paint schemes, and high-quality 3D renderings and visualizations. The images above offer a glimpse into some of our recent projects, including aircraft interior designs, client renderings, as well as seat and paint designs. Our 3D model library already includes…
It was a great experience reconnecting with the aviation community at NBAA 2024! From meeting vendors and suppliers to catching up with service centers, OEMs, and fellow aviation designers and enthusiasts, the energy and passion for innovation were truly inspiring. A major highlight was diving into the latest advancements in the industry to inspire our…
Huge shoutout to Bombardier, Cessna, Embraer, Pilatus, and HondaJet at the static Display at NBAA 2024 for the hospitality and for letting us experience some truly impressive new aircraft! And YES, the Nuage chaise in the Global 6500 is as comfy as it looks—a perfect day-three retreat. (Special thanks to the Bombardier team!) Can’t wait…
Has tan edged out gray as the go-to choice? And where does taupe, the in-between option, fit in? ✈ 🛩 Explore the answers and more by visiting our Curated Collection. Here, you’ll find a showcase of the carpets we’ve specified and rendered this year, highlighting just a few of the fantastic options from our vendors….
Nearly three years ago, I quietly launched Completion Designers, an independent aviation interior design studio in Indianapolis…