Case study

Safran

What we did	Product Design, Experience Design, 3D - Visualisation
Discipline	Product design

3D render of a luxury aircraft cabin with walnut wood shells and leather seats

This 24-hour project, set by Safran, aimed to create a new interior design for first-class seating suitable for long-haul flights.

3D render of leather business-class seats with curved walnut wood dividers

Safran, dedicated to making aviation safer and more sustainable, is a leading manufacturer of aircraft parts with 92,000 employees worldwide. As the number one supplier of economy seats for wide-body aircraft, Safran sought to extend their expertise to the first-class cabin, focusing on innovation and comfort for premium passengers.

3D render of red-lit reading lights above the cabin seats

3D render close-up of a polished metal trim panel with an engraved pattern

3D render of a curved wood console with a touchscreen and a Netflix screen beside an aircraft window

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About the work

This project was particularly enjoyable for me, as designing for comfort and luxury is a strong skill of mine. My goal was to create a visually stunning seat design with a flow that emulates the jet streams created by the aircraft, resulting in a cohesive unit. A major inspiration came from luxury travel, such as high-end cars, combined with the rustic analog feel of an aircraft cockpit. However, as the project evolved, the cockpit theme was set aside in favor of a forward-thinking design approach, aiming 5 years into the future. This is reflected in the use of curved glass to control all features within the seating area, ensuring a modern and sophisticated passenger experience.