Airport lounges are becoming increasingly important for frequent flyers, as they offer quiet havens of peace. Air Canada has taken this concept a step further to allow its customers to relax and work in peace before their flight. The airline’s fourth lounge has now opened in Vancouver. “This new space is all about offering guests a thoughtful blend of modern amenities and a cosy atmosphere, whilst celebrating the beauty and spirit of Vancouver,” explains Jacqueline Harkness, Managing Director of Products and Services at Air Canada.
Designed by the Vancouver-based SmartDesign Group, the 138 m² Air Canada Café can accommodate up to 52 guests. Its architecture features a ceiling inspired by an aircraft fuselage and evokes the geometry of aviation. Meanwhile, the organic curves symbolise the natural landscape of British Columbia. The recessed luminaires from our Liquid Line series, planned by lighting designer ThinkL, follow this design language, with light emphasising and bringing expression to the architecture. The series can be precisely adapted to the floor plan, ceiling structure, and intended use. The result is a lighting concept that provides orientation, clearly defines zones and supports the spatial logic without any breaks.
