Episode 12: Summer Maintenance & Materials — What to Know When You Design to Last

Luxury isn’t just how a space looks—it’s how well it holds up.

In this episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel takes you behind the scenes of a real client transformation at a lakeside retreat, and unpacks the smart material choices that made their home as functional as it is beautiful—all summer long.

From warping cabinets and sun-faded furniture to resilient finishes that can handle water, sun, sandy feet, and sticky popsicles, you’ll learn what it really takes to design a low-maintenance home that lasts season after season.

Inside this episode, you’ll discover:

The best flooring for wet feet, pet claws, and heavy use

Why Ariel chooses real quartzite over trendy quartz for high-heat, high-sun kitchens

How to select performance fabrics that don’t feel stiff or scratchy

The secret to seamless indoor-outdoor design using textures and finishes that flow

Furniture and finish ideas that work for lake homes, hangar homes, and everyday summer living

Plus, Ariel shares her favorite summer-proof details—from washable slipcovers to waterproof sconces—and leaves you with a journal prompt to reimagine your most high-maintenance space as both durable and dreamy.

✨ Want a home that stands up to real life without sacrificing style?

Keywords: summer home design, durable home materials, luxury that lasts, performance fabrics, quartzite countertops, aviation home design, lakeside retreat interiors, low-maintenance luxury, hangar home interiors, indoor-outdoor living design

Episode 11: Flying Home for Summer — Tips for Vacation-Style Interiors

What if your home could feel like a five-star getaway—every time you walk through the door?

In this week’s episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel shares her signature approach to creating vacation-style interiors that support a summer lifestyle filled with connection, ease, and grounded luxury. Whether you're a frequent flyer or just ready to refresh your space, this episode will help you reimagine your home as a calm, restorative landing zone.

You’ll discover:

The design secrets that make resorts feel relaxing—and how to bring them home

Why textures, neutrals, and intentional lighting can transform your everyday spaces

How to create quiet corners and rituals that support your summer rhythms

Tips for layering soft materials, spa-inspired elements, and subtle luxury

Small, thoughtful upgrades that make hosting or returning from travel feel like a warm welcome

From peaceful morning nooks to meaningful guest spaces, you’ll walk away with tangible design ideas and journal prompts to help you infuse your home with the feeling of vacation—without packing a bag.

✨ Want your home to feel like a luxurious place to land?

Keywords: summer interior design tips, vacation-style home, luxury interiors for summer, calming home design, sensory-rich design, spa-inspired bathroom ideas, quiet corner design, home as a retreat, thoughtful design tips, Aeroview Design Co

Episode 10: From Blank Walls to Heartfelt Living

What happens when a home finally starts to feel like you?

In this heartfelt episode of The Aeroview Lifestyle, Ariel walks you through a full start-to-finish transformation of a real client project: a whole-home refresh for a busy family who had been living in their house for three years—without ever truly settling in.

From blank walls and second-guessing to confident choices and a home that reflects their personality, values, and lifestyle, this episode brings you behind the scenes of what it really looks like to work with a designer to bring your vision to life.

Inside, you’ll discover:

How Ariel uncovered the clients’ style and created a cohesive design language

The design decisions that made the biggest emotional impact (without blowing the budget)

How to design for real life—kids, pets, messes and all

What to do when the unexpected happens (spoiler: it can be a blessing in disguise)

Why trust and clarity make the difference between a house and a haven

Plus, you’ll get powerful journal prompts to help you reflect on your own home and what it could become with the right guidance.

✨ Ready to turn your home into a space that reflects you?

Keywords: luxury interior design, home transformation, aviation home design, whole-home refresh, family-friendly interiors, emotional home design, client success stories, functional luxury, designer process, Aeroview Design Co

Episode 9: Designing for the Seasons — Creating a Summer-Ready Home

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?

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:

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?

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?

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?

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:

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.

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

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