Episode 9: Designing for the Seasons — Creating a Summer-Ready Home Series Theme: Summer in the Sky – June Week 1

Summer isn’t just a season—it’s a design opportunity.

In this episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel kicks off June’s Summer in the Sky series with a fresh and elevated guide to seasonal design. Whether you’re living in a custom hangar home or simply craving a summer refresh, this episode is filled with actionable tips to make your home feel lighter, breezier, and ready for warm-weather living.

Inside, Ariel shares:

• Why summer is the perfect time to shift your home’s design

• How to maximize natural light and refresh your color palette

• The best breathable materials and textures for warmer months

• Ideas for seamless indoor-outdoor transitions—perfect for aviation homes

• A real client story of a summer transformation that turned a luxury space into a sanctuary

Plus, you’ll get a quick summer design checklist, journal prompts to guide your refresh, and pro tips that make even small changes feel like a big win.

Whether you’re hosting hangar-side dinners, catching golden-hour takeoffs, or just want your home to feel more aligned with how you live in summer—this is your go-to guide.

✨ Ready to refresh your space this season? Book your complimentary Discovery Call HERE Or DM Ariel on Instagram with the word “SUMMER” for quick design wins you can try today.

Keywords: summer interior design, seasonal home refresh, aviation home tips, indoor-outdoor living, hangar home lifestyle, breathable home materials, light-filled interiors, summer home makeover, functional luxury design, Aeroview Design Co

Series Theme: The Power of Personalization – Week 4

Personalization is powerful—but done wrong, it can leave your home feeling overdone, dysfunctional, or completely disconnected from you.

In this final episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle's May series, Ariel pulls back the curtain on the five biggest mistakes homeowners make when customizing their spaces—and exactly how to avoid them. From over-theming and chasing trends to designing for status instead of soul, she unpacks how well-intentioned ideas can go sideways—and how to keep your home timeless, beautiful, and deeply you.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• The #1 reason personalization fails (and what luxury design really requires)
• How to balance function, flexibility, and beauty in your home
• Why “designing to impress” often leads to regret
• Journal prompts to align your vision and avoid costly mistakes
• A bonus story from Ariel’s own design journey—because we all learn through experience

Whether you're building a custom hangar home, renovating your forever space, or just thinking about your next big update—this episode is essential listening.

✨ Want expert guidance to make sure your home feels personal, not overdone? Book your complimentary Discovery Call at www.aeroviewdesign.co/appointments/

Keywords: personalization pitfalls, luxury interior design mistakes, aviation home design tips, avoid design regrets, timeless interiors, designing with purpose, custom home design, functional luxury design, Aeroview Design Co

Series Theme: The Power of Personalization – Week 3

Your home should be more than beautiful—it should tell your story.

In this actionable and inspiring episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel reveals how to bring soul, style, and intentionality into every room of your home—without clutter or cliché. Whether you’re a frequent flyer, luxury home enthusiast, or a pilot looking to reflect your lifestyle through design, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas and heartfelt strategies for making your home feel unmistakably you.

Inside, you’ll learn:

• 5 powerful ways to design with your story in mind—featuring real aviation-inspired examples

• How to personalize your floor plan, finishes, and layout based on how you live and fly

• Ideas for showcasing travel memories, heirlooms, and aviation milestones in elevated, refined ways

• The psychology behind designing for rituals, rhythm, and real-life luxury

• Reflection exercises and guided prompts to help you envision your dream space

If you’ve ever said, “I want my home to reflect me—but I don’t want it to feel cluttered or themed,” this is your blueprint.

✨ Want a home that feels as personal as your passport and as grounded as your runway? Book your complimentary Discovery Call at www.aeroviewdesign.co/appointments

Keywords: aviation home design, personalized interiors, storytelling through design, luxury hangar homes, lifestyle-based floor plans, travel-inspired design, custom interiors for pilots, meaningful home design, aviation lifestyle interiors, Aeroview Design Co

What happens when a woman who’s spent her life in the sky finally asks for a place to land—and belong?

In this deeply moving episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel shares the real story behind Her Aviation Sanctuary—an aviation-inspired home designed for a private pilot who longed for more than square footage. She craved stillness, softness, and a sense of soul.

Step behind the scenes as Ariel reveals:

• The emotional moment that sparked the project (“Can a home feel like exhaling?”)

• The creative process of turning sensory memories into architectural decisions

• How Emma’s favorite flight inspired a one-of-a-kind art piece with celestial coordinates

• The design details that made this hangar home feel like a retreat—not a runway cliché

• Why true luxury isn’t louder… it’s more you

From walking the hangar slab in silence to crafting a bouclé swivel chair that feels like a cloud, this episode is an intimate look at what happens when design becomes personal—and transformational.

✨ Ready to create a home that honors your journey? Book your complimentary Discovery Call: www.aeroviewdesign.co

Keywords: luxury aviation home design, aviation-inspired interiors, bespoke home design, personalized luxury homes, hangar home design, high-end interiors, women in aviation, emotional interior design, Aeroview Design Co, private pilot homes

What separates a high-end home from a truly unforgettable one? In this premiere episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, host Ariel Merk—founder of Aeroview Design Co.—dives deep into why personalization is the new gold standard in luxury aviation home design. From custom architectural details inspired by runway lighting to meaningful spaces that reflect your flying journey, this episode explores how tailored design elevates not just your interiors, but your entire lifestyle.

Whether you're a private pilot, an aviation enthusiast, or a high-net-worth homeowner planning a hangar-connected residence, Ariel unpacks:

• What personalization really means beyond buzzwords
• Why affluent clients crave more than just status—they want legacy and meaning
• Unique challenges (and thrilling opportunities) in designing aviation homes
• Real stories of bespoke details that transformed ordinary spaces into lifelong sanctuaries
• Her signature design process that makes customization effortless and inspired

If you’re building a luxury aviation home or simply want your space to feel like you, this episode is your runway to timeless, story-driven design.

✨ Ready to build a home that’s unmistakably yours? Schedule a complimentary Discovery Call at www.aeroviewdesign.co. 📲 DM Ariel on Instagram @aeroviewdesignco to share what you’d personalize first.

Keywords: aviation home design, luxury hangar homes, bespoke interiors, personalized luxury design, aviation lifestyle, custom aviation homes, Aeroview Design Co

Join Ariel on The Aeroview Lifestyle for an in-depth exploration of one of the most critical (and overlooked) elements in aviation home design: the layout. In this episode, Ariel dives into how the flow and function of your hangar-connected home can make or break your day-to-day living—regardless of style or finishes. She shares real-life stories of what works and what doesn’t, the “wraparound” concept for balancing privacy and airplane access, and the three essential access paths every aviation home needs.

Discover the insider tips for acoustic zoning, controlling noise and smells, and separating your quiet retreat from the busy world of flight. Plus, get actionable advice on future-proofing your space so it evolves with you, whether you’re a solo pilot now or planning for a growing family or changing needs. From entry points and storage to soundproofing and flexible bonus rooms, Ariel brings her signature lifestyle-first approach to every detail—so your hangar home isn’t just functional, but truly elevated.

If you’re planning, building, or simply dreaming of an aviation home that works for real life, this episode will give you the roadmap to get it right.

What happens when a private pilot wants a home that doesn’t scream “aviation,” but still fits seamlessly above his T-hangar? You get this—an elevated, Scandinavian-organic modern retreat designed to be the ultimate post-flight sanctuary.

In this episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel walks you through a recent hangar home project crafted for a client who lives for flying—but wanted his home to reflect who he is when he’s not in the air. With a functional workshop below and a beautifully minimalist apartment above, this space blends functionality and quiet luxury in all the right ways.

You’ll hear how Ariel combined Scandinavian simplicity with organic modern warmth to create a calming, masculine space that flows effortlessly from one zone to the next. From a fluted quartz island and curated lighting to a wood-slat accent wall in the bedroom, every detail was designed with intention.

If you’ve ever dreamed of a home where your lifestyle, your passions, and your peace all coexist beautifully—this one’s for you.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to design a hangar home that feels like a retreat, not a garage

• The balance of industrial function with soft, livable design

• Tips for combining Scandinavian and organic modern styles

• How thoughtful transitions and materials elevate compact spaces

• The importance of designing for how you want to feel in your home

Links & Resources: 📥 Grab the FREE Hangar Home Guide: aeroviewdesign.co 📲 See photos of this project: aeroviewdesign.co/portfolio 🌐 Learn more about designing your own aviation home at aeroviewdesign.co/services

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Until then, keep dreaming big, living elevated, and remembering—life’s always better at altitude.

What if your home could give you more than just a place to live—what if it could give you freedom?

In this episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel dives into why aviation homes are quickly becoming the new gold standard in luxury living. From the rise of lifestyle-first design to the unmatched convenience of living where you fly, this conversation will have you dreaming bigger about what’s possible for your forever home.

Ariel shares the driving forces behind this growing trend, the types of clients building these one-of-a-kind spaces, and how aviation homes offer more privacy, freedom, and personal connection than traditional luxury builds ever could.

Whether you're a private pilot, a luxury homeowner, or just someone who wants to design a life that reflects your passions, this episode is packed with inspiration and insights you won’t want to miss.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What defines an aviation home and why they’re gaining popularity

• The lifestyle benefits that make hangar homes unique

• Who these homes are really for (hint: it’s not just pilots!)

• How aviation homes reflect a shift in luxury real estate toward intentional, passion-centered living

• Where Ariel sees the future of design and aviation going

Mentioned in this episode:

Grab your FREE Hangar Home Guide – featuring 3 luxury aviation home floorplan concepts: https://bit.ly/42go5Yt

Learn more about Aeroview Design Co. at https://bit.ly/3ERsskZ

If this episode sparked a new vision for what home could look like, be sure to subscribe and leave a review—it helps more dreamers and aviators like you discover the show.

Until then, keep dreaming big, living elevated, and remembering—life’s always better at altitude.