Jeremy Gutsche — March 18, 2006 — Art & Design
References: newlaunches
Airplane interiors are boring. Why is there never any innovation? Well, BMW has changed that. The new Airbus A350 twinjet is being unveiled at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, and it has a BMW designed interior. Among the dozens of innovations, the roof lighting can dramatically change and the storage now enables two carry on bags per passenger.
“There are new lighting features and shaping in the cabin,†says A350 chief engineer Dougie Hunter. “We can project onto the ceiling whatever is appropriate for the mood required – for example the night sky or clouds etc.â€
“There are new lighting features and shaping in the cabin,†says A350 chief engineer Dougie Hunter. “We can project onto the ceiling whatever is appropriate for the mood required – for example the night sky or clouds etc.â€
Trend Themes
1. Innovative Airplane Interiors - BMW's interior design for the new Airbus A350 twinjet offers exciting new ways to reimagine the airplane interior.
2. Smart Lighting - The A350's roof lighting can project scenes like the night sky or clouds to create a unique passenger experience.
3. Efficient Storage Solutions - The securing devices for carry on bags in the A350's overhead compartments support two bags per passenger, which could become the new industry standard.
Industry Implications
1. Aerospace Industry - The aviation industry has an opportunity to tap into passenger desires for more visually engaging and comfortable airplane interiors through partnering with design firms like BMW.
2. Design Industry - More collaborations between design firms and industries like aerospace could open up a new revenue stream and help companies stay competitive.
3. Travel Industry - As passenger expectations for comfort continue to rise, the airlines and other travel companies that prioritize innovative interior design are more likely to succeed
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