The VIP lounges for GAP Airports in SJD, TIJ and GDL redefine the waiting experience as a fluid, contemporary interior landscape. The concept is inspired by the dynamics of air travel: continuous flow, soft transitions and a perception of time that becomes more relaxed and diffuse. Organic geometries, perforated partitions and circular ceiling features evoke movement and lightness, while warm tones and tactile materials counterbalance the technological character of the airport environment.
The design establishes a recognizable brand language across different locations, using recurring elements such as sculpted reception desks, backlit feature walls and circular luminaires. These components create a cohesive identity that passengers can intuitively associate with comfort, privacy and premium service, regardless of the specific terminal.
The spatial organization is based on a clear sequence from public to private. The reception zone acts as a transitional filter between the hectic concourse and the controlled atmosphere of the lounge. Behind this threshold, the layout fragments into multiple seating typologies: individual workstations, informal lounge clusters, semi-private relaxation zones and dining areas.
Curved partitions, changes in flooring texture and variations in ceiling height subtly guide circulation while avoiding rigid corridors. Visual permeability is maintained through perforated screens and low furniture, allowing staff supervision and intuitive orientation, yet providing enough enclosure for guests to feel protected from the main concourse. Service areas such as buffet lines, bars and coffee stations are positioned centrally to reduce staff travel distances and to activate the social heart of each lounge.
The material palette combines warm woods, high-gloss solid surfaces and perforated composite panels. Timber cladding on walls and columns brings a sense of hospitality and continuity, while the white, sculpted reception counters and partitions add a precise, almost aerodynamic character reminiscent of aircraft interiors. The perforated panels create depth and texture, becoming a unifying skin that wraps walls and occasionally integrates lighting.
The chromatic strategy relies on a base of neutral grays and whites, enriched by copper and burgundy tones on accent walls. Strategic pops of orange in seating pieces and controlled LED color washes introduce energy without overwhelming the space. Upholstery choices balance durability with comfort, using easy-to-clean, fire-rated textiles and leathers suitable for intensive airport use.
Lighting design is central to the project’s identity. Large circular ceiling coves with integrated RGB LEDs generate a soft, indirect glow that can be tuned to different color temperatures throughout the day. These luminous rings visually anchor seating areas and reinforce the theme of movement and concentric trajectories associated with flight paths.
Task lighting is discreetly integrated into coves and furniture edges, avoiding glare and preserving a calm ambiance. Accent lighting highlights the reception desk, bar fronts and the vertical garden wall, creating focal points that help organize the visual field. The overall result is an interior that feels simultaneously high-tech and relaxing, where lighting becomes both functional infrastructure and key aesthetic element.
Furniture selection supports a wide range of passenger needs, from short business stops to longer layovers. Ergonomic lounge chairs with integrated footrests occupy quieter corners, while modular sofas and armchairs create flexible groupings in the main hall. Dining tables and bar-height counters respond to users who wish to work or eat while remaining connected to the activity of the lounge.
Curved millwork elements define coffee bars and self-service areas, facilitating efficient circulation during peak hours. Integrated power outlets and data connections are discreetly embedded into tables and partitions, allowing users to work without visible clutter of cables. Acoustical comfort is enhanced through soft finishes, carpets and the strategic placement of furniture to break sound propagation.
Sustainable criteria are incorporated through material selection, efficient systems and biophilic elements. High-durability, low-maintenance finishes reduce the need for replacement and minimize lifecycle impacts, while low-VOC paints and adhesives contribute to better indoor air quality. LED lighting with dimming and zoning significantly reduces energy consumption compared to conventional airport interiors.
The introduction of a green wall and abundant planters not only improves acoustics and visual comfort but also establishes a connection with nature in an otherwise highly artificial environment. Controlled natural light, where available, is balanced with shading and indirect artificial illumination to reduce glare and thermal gain. Together, these measures create a lounge environment that prioritizes passenger well-being while aligning with contemporary sustainability standards for commercial interiors.
The VIP lounges for GAP Airports in SJD, TIJ and GDL redefine the waiting experience as a fluid, contemporary interior landscape. The concept is inspired by the dynamics of air travel: continuous flow, soft transitions and a perception of time that becomes more relaxed and diffuse. Organic geometries, perforated partitions and circular ceiling features evoke movement and lightness, while warm tones and tactile materials counterbalance the technological character of the airport environment.
The design establishes a recognizable brand language across different locations, using recurring elements such as sculpted reception desks, backlit feature walls and circular luminaires. These components create a cohesive identity that passengers can intuitively associate with comfort, privacy and premium service, regardless of the specific terminal.
The spatial organization is based on a clear sequence from public to private. The reception zone acts as a transitional filter between the hectic concourse and the controlled atmosphere of the lounge. Behind this threshold, the layout fragments into multiple seating typologies: individual workstations, informal lounge clusters, semi-private relaxation zones and dining areas.
Curved partitions, changes in flooring texture and variations in ceiling height subtly guide circulation while avoiding rigid corridors. Visual permeability is maintained through perforated screens and low furniture, allowing staff supervision and intuitive orientation, yet providing enough enclosure for guests to feel protected from the main concourse. Service areas such as buffet lines, bars and coffee stations are positioned centrally to reduce staff travel distances and to activate the social heart of each lounge.
The material palette combines warm woods, high-gloss solid surfaces and perforated composite panels. Timber cladding on walls and columns brings a sense of hospitality and continuity, while the white, sculpted reception counters and partitions add a precise, almost aerodynamic character reminiscent of aircraft interiors. The perforated panels create depth and texture, becoming a unifying skin that wraps walls and occasionally integrates lighting.
The chromatic strategy relies on a base of neutral grays and whites, enriched by copper and burgundy tones on accent walls. Strategic pops of orange in seating pieces and controlled LED color washes introduce energy without overwhelming the space. Upholstery choices balance durability with comfort, using easy-to-clean, fire-rated textiles and leathers suitable for intensive airport use.
Lighting design is central to the project’s identity. Large circular ceiling coves with integrated RGB LEDs generate a soft, indirect glow that can be tuned to different color temperatures throughout the day. These luminous rings visually anchor seating areas and reinforce the theme of movement and concentric trajectories associated with flight paths.
Task lighting is discreetly integrated into coves and furniture edges, avoiding glare and preserving a calm ambiance. Accent lighting highlights the reception desk, bar fronts and the vertical garden wall, creating focal points that help organize the visual field. The overall result is an interior that feels simultaneously high-tech and relaxing, where lighting becomes both functional infrastructure and key aesthetic element.
Furniture selection supports a wide range of passenger needs, from short business stops to longer layovers. Ergonomic lounge chairs with integrated footrests occupy quieter corners, while modular sofas and armchairs create flexible groupings in the main hall. Dining tables and bar-height counters respond to users who wish to work or eat while remaining connected to the activity of the lounge.
Curved millwork elements define coffee bars and self-service areas, facilitating efficient circulation during peak hours. Integrated power outlets and data connections are discreetly embedded into tables and partitions, allowing users to work without visible clutter of cables. Acoustical comfort is enhanced through soft finishes, carpets and the strategic placement of furniture to break sound propagation.
Sustainable criteria are incorporated through material selection, efficient systems and biophilic elements. High-durability, low-maintenance finishes reduce the need for replacement and minimize lifecycle impacts, while low-VOC paints and adhesives contribute to better indoor air quality. LED lighting with dimming and zoning significantly reduces energy consumption compared to conventional airport interiors.
The introduction of a green wall and abundant planters not only improves acoustics and visual comfort but also establishes a connection with nature in an otherwise highly artificial environment. Controlled natural light, where available, is balanced with shading and indirect artificial illumination to reduce glare and thermal gain. Together, these measures create a lounge environment that prioritizes passenger well-being while aligning with contemporary sustainability standards for commercial interiors.
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08020, Barcelona
Spain
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19005 Guadalajara (Madrid)
Spain
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373 Hazel Ave, Apt A1
60022, Glencoe, Illinois
United States