Gulfstream G650 Houndstooth

Spatial Storytelling and Technical Performance

When a private VIP owner sought to push the boundaries of what a long-range business jet could achieve, they commissioned top private jet designer Sarah Larranaga to lead a comprehensive overhaul of their Gulfstream G650. This project goes beyond simple decoration, focusing on spatial storytelling and the seamless integration of high-performance technology.

The Challenge: Floorplan Reconfiguration and Starlink Integration

The primary challenge of this Gulfstream private jet design was a complete floorplan reconfiguration. Altering the structural layout of a Gulfstream G650 requires precise engineering to maintain weight and balance while maximizing usable square footage. Simultaneously, Sarah’s team managed the complex installation of Starlink high-speed internet, requiring a custom antenna integration that maintains the aerodynamic integrity of the Gulfstream exterior.

Gulfstream Bespoke Interiors and Convertible Spaces

Sarah redefined the cabin experience by creating convertible spaces that transition from a high-stakes boardroom to a private cinema or a restful sleeping suite. The Gulfstream interiors feature:

Custom Stitching and Quilting: Unique geometric patterns hand-stitched into premium leathers by Aeristo, providing a tactile sense of luxury throughout the seating areas.
Material Mastery: A curated selection of rare finishes and bespoke textiles that absorb sound and enhance the quietness of the G650 cabin.
LED Mood Lighting System: A fully programmable lighting array that synchronizes with the passengers' circadian rhythms, helping to eliminate jet lag on ultra-long-haul flights.
Adaptive Layout: The reconfigured floorplan allows for improved flow, providing more privacy for the principal traveler while maintaining open, social areas for guests.

Exterior Refurbishment and Aesthetic Cohesion

The Gulfstream refurbishment included a total exterior strip and paint, featuring a custom-formulated metallic finish that shifts in the light. This holistic approach ensures that the aircraft reflects a singular design language from the moment it appears on the ramp to the moment the passenger settles into the cabin.

Next-Generation Systems

To provide the latest and greatest systems, this Gulfstream G650 was outfitted with:

Starlink High-Speed Connectivity: Delivering low-latency, global internet coverage for uninterrupted streaming and communication.
Advanced Cabin Management: A simplified digital interface that allows the owner to control the convertible environment and lighting with a single touch.

The Result

The final delivery represents a new benchmark for Gulfstream private jet design. By combining top-of-the-line aesthetics with rigorous technical upgrades, Sarah Larranaga has created an aircraft that serves as both a high-performance tool and a pinnacle of personal luxury.

A Gulfstream G650 Houndstooth designed by Sarah Larranaga flying over a coastal landscape with islands and water.

Interior of a Gulfstream G650 designed by Sarah Larranaga with white seats, black accents, circular windows, and black-and-white houndstooth carpet.

A Gulfstream G650 with a distinctive Houndstooth patterned tail designed by Sarah Larranaga parked on a tarmac near a modern hangar.

View of the interior of a Gulfstream G650 private jet designed by Sarah Larranaga with white leather seats, marble countertops, and black accents, featuring a narrow aisle and multiple windows along the side.

A white sheet of leather with embroidered zigzag and dot patterns, labeled 'AERISTE 865-V4' at the bottom right corner.

Close-up of a white, quilted, padded headboard or furniture with a textured surface and subtle pattern.

First class airplane seat designed by Sarah Larranaga with white leather upholstery, patterned fabric in the center, armrests, next to airplane window on a black and white patterned floor.