Jenny Allan: from interior design to flying nurseries.

Without a doubt, covid-19 changed the way people travel. Although those who can rent a private plane to get from one place to another do. And in response, the first flying daycare center emerged.

We talked to interior designer Jenny Allan, who was asked by FlyEliteJets to create a space for children to rest on long trips. She has just been named one of the “World’s Leading Design Names 2020” by The World’s Leading Design Names and is the founder of Jenny Allan Design, a brand that was in charge of this challenge: “Size restrictions inside an airplane will always add to the complexity of a design, but this is a challenge we really accept. It allows us to push the boundaries of creativity, find the best way to maximize the space we have and design an interior that is beautiful and functional.

The flying nursery was designed to be installed in the back cabin of the aircraft, an area that is often underutilized. By creating a dedicated space for mothers, fathers, nannies and children with direct access to the rear lavatory and baggage, it becomes an onboard paradise for children and parents, with facilities to eat, sleep, play, relax and cool down.

Where did you get the inspiration for the private jet?

Many private jets are very corporate, so we wanted to create a warm, welcoming and attractive space for parents and their children on board. The soft materials and neutral colour palette are reassuring and really set the tone for the design, while considering all the ways a child would use a nursery, including the convertible bed, floor cushions, bookcases, toys and TVs.

According to information provided to CNN, “The design concept was born from FlyEliteJets CEO Christopher Williams-Martin – father of two – to provide a private and safe space for parents to feed their babies and have a place where young children can sleep, play and relax on board private planes.

The design includes a ceiling with starry lights to create a wonderful feeling of atmosphere in the cabin, ideal for reading at bedtime and with extravagant details such as teddy bears on the seats, a miniature tent with cloud cushions that can be easily folded away during take-off and landing, as well as a small wooden horse and shelves for toys and children’s books. The design features a calm, peaceful and neutral decor that soothes the senses.

About the main challenge he had in drawing and sketching this space, Allan says: “To make it fun enough for the kids and practical enough for the plane. There are many restrictions to consider when designing an aircraft, such as the weight of items and fire regulations for materials. However, there are smart ways to create style without compromising safety.

By By Javier Merino – CNN