Singapore Airline Suites for A380

As consultant within the team of Blue Coast Yachts (Cannes, France) work was performed in different phases of the design of the Singapore Airlines Suites, covering the following tasks:

  • developing initial concept for the interior and 3D design;
  • Color & Trim management;
  • designing customized finishes for materials;
  • follow up with several manufacturers the development of samples;
  • provide the management with budget feedback regarding the chosen finishes;
  • follow up application of selected scheme on prototype;
  • generate and follow-up the Color & Trim specification with Airbus;
  • communicate with main manufacturers in France (seat) and Japan (all the rest of the interior components);
  • visit the customer and the manufacturers for presentations and group discussion;
  • visit the suppliers for materials developments and trouble shooting;
  • generate high resolution images (3D Max) with detailed finishes renderings;
  • attend mood lighting meetings to adjust Color & Trim scheme.

The creation of new interiors solutions stretched beyond the seat to consider also door areas, galleys, lavatories, stairs and lounge area.

By managing Color & Trim, a close relationship was developed with the various parties involved in the project (Airbus, Jamco, Sicma,etc). Handling the complex structure of communication between stakeholders and catering to each of them specific needs was achieved.

Various mood lighting color schemes were tested in a specially equipped mock-up in order to keep in consideration the effect of different light colors on the chosen finishes. Being, the design very complex, a specific system was developed to simulate possible shadows and reflection effects.

Image Credits: SINGAPORE AIRLINES, ZERO G DESIGN