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Duncan‘s G200 Refurb Showcases Modern Design Trends
By: Sarah Rose
Caption: Company is seeing a trend toward blacks and darker palettes for aircraft interiors
Word Count: 293
Duncan Aviation recently completed an interior refurbishment of a Gulfstream G200 at its  Lincoln, Nebraska facility that follows a recent trend toward blacks and darker palettes. The aircraft was previously repainted in 2019 and this time its worn beige interior was updated with a sleek, modern aesthetic featuring darker tones.“We are seeing a trend toward blacks and darker palettes for 2025,” said Duncan lead designer Jaime Blanken. “Customers are incorporating accents of grey, instead of making it dominant. This aircraft is a great example of the design selections we expect to see more of going forward.”
The updated interior includes charcoal-colored wool carpeting, refined veneer, and complementary fabrics. A standout feature is the quarter-figured Makore veneer, which exhibits a subtle chevron pattern and warm black-brown tones that shift under different lighting. The seating incorporates two-tone hand-stitched leather with contrast stitching, balancing elegance with durability. Meanwhile, the entryway features luxury vinyl tile resembling stained concrete.
Galley countertops are finished with Calcutta stone while the sidewalls feature quilted black vinyl and off-white "peppered" fabric, maintaining contrast and lightness. The divan was updated with squared armrests and a dark grey fabric-leather combination. Satin-smoked nickel hardware enhances the cabinetry’s cohesive aesthetic.
Additional refinements include an eco-friendly wool fabric in cabinets, a redesigned flight deck curtain for seamless visual transition, and a white-wash Ultraleather headliner to balance the darker elements.
“We absolutely love how it turned out! It feels like we are in a new plane,” said the unidenitifed owner. “The crew was excited and grateful for the updates in the cockpit. The finishes are classic and will wear well for years to come. Raving compliments continue from everyone who sees the new interior. Fabulous work.”