Episode 12: Summer Maintenance & Materials — What to Know When You Design to Last Series Theme: Summer in the Sky – June Week 4

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? Book your complimentary Discovery Call at www.aeroviewdesign.co

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 Series Theme: Summer in the Sky – June Week 3

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? Book your complimentary Discovery Call at www.aeroviewdesign.co

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 Series Theme: Summer in the Sky – June Week 2

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? Book your complimentary Discovery Call at www.aeroviewdesign.co

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 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