It has never been a more exciting time to refurbish an aircraft interior. Material technologies have advanced dramatically. Digital visualization now allows owners to experience a cabin before a single panel is removed. Production capabilities across the industry are sophisticated, efficient, and highly engineered. Owners today have more options than ever before. Yet with all…
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…
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….