“You’re not stuck between units, or constrained,” says Chareyre. Passengers, meanwhile, like the idea of space. “They like the geometry, the philosophy behind it, the simplicity.” “We have good feedback from airlines, from seat vendors,” says Chareyre. Sitting on the lightweight seat, it’s easy to maneuver into different positions.Ĭhareyre claims the use of velvet was deliberately provocative.
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It also doesn’t use any complicated mechanisms – it’s got a back rest that folds down and foot rest that folds up, turning into a full bed. Kitted out in on-trend green velvet, with monochrome floral cushioning for the headrest, it’s eye-catching.Īirplane interiors of the future revealed in 2019 Crystal Cabin Awards Style and Design’s vice president of design, Romain Chareyre, shows CNN Travel the company’s “Moments” model.įirst off, it looks like a swanky armchair, not something you’d expect to see on an airline. He also explains that having the ability to move around is important to passengers’ well-being on the flight.Īlso on display at AIX is French company Style and Design Group’s innovative approach to business class. Munier echoes Martinez Martin’s comments about this kind of seat being more sociable. “The sofa principle is something that is interesting to explore,” says Munier. Speaking at AIX, Quentin Munier, strategy and innovation director at Safran, tells CNN Travel that this couch-style trend is the natural next step, after business class seats progressed to full flat designs. It’s not quite a sofa, but it’s a similar vibe. Instead, Safran Essential Business Class uses cushioning in innovative ways. Courtesy SafranĪirbus aren’t the only company exploring mechanism-free, lounge-style business class seating.įrench company Safran has also designed a seat that doesn’t use mechanisms.
Safran's Essential Business Class seat uses innovative cushion structures.
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