A Remarkable Milestone at The International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2025
Connor Weisent, Manager of Interior Design at Citadel Completions, reached a significant milestone by being shortlisted for his innovative design, “Ascend,” in the prestigious Private Jet Concept Design category at The International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2025. Hosted at the iconic Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo in Monaco, this globally renowned event showcased the pinnacle of luxury design, bringing together leading designers, naval architects, shipyards, private jet manufacturers, and other industry heavyweights to honor creativity and innovation.
Celebrating Excellence in Luxury Design
Widely regarded as a benchmark of achievement in the luxury yacht and aviation industries, The International Yacht & Aviation Awards are hosted by the acclaimed design publications design et al and Luxe et al. These awards recognize outstanding contributions to aesthetics, functionality, and technological advancements. With categories spanning from interior and exterior yacht design to private aviation interiors, the competition celebrates the ingenuity and craftsmanship that drive the industry forward.
Citadel Completions sincerely congratulates all the award recipient winners in all the categories for the International Yacht and Aviation Awards 2025. This year’s event highlighted not only the innovation of its participants but also their unparalleled creativity. The luxury backdrop of Monte Carlo served as an elegant setting for industry leaders and visionaries to converge, exchange ideas, and celebrate groundbreaking achievements in design.
The Vision Behind “Ascend”
While Connor Weisent did not claim the top honor, being recognized among such elite talent underscores the significance of his contribution. His design, “Ascend,” embodied the essence of luxury in private aviation, specifically tailored to a Boeing 777-300 VVIP interior. The vision was to create a space that seamlessly balances comfort and opulence by integrating classical architectural elements with modern furniture design and state-of-the-art technology.
The result was a transitional-style interior that feels inviting, residential, and meticulously curated. High-gloss finishes, textured and three-dimensional materials, paired with clean lines and a refined color palette, added a modern elegance to the design. Every detail of the interior architecture—from the layered classical elements to sleek contemporary touches—was thoughtfully crafted to create a harmonious environment.
An Honor Worth Celebrating
The International Yacht & Aviation Awards provided a fitting stage to honor visionaries who are revolutionizing the yacht and aviation sectors. The shortlist recognition granted to “Ascend” is a testament to both Connor Weisent’ s expertise and The Yacht and Citadel Completions’ exceptional standards.
We celebrate this significant achievement and applaud Connor Weisent for his dedication, creativity, and remarkable contribution to the industry. This recognition not only highlights his talent but also places The Yacht and Citadel Completions at the forefront of innovation in luxury design.
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