Luxury Airplane Hangar Dinner
This bespoke closing dinner for Estée Lauder Companies transformed a raw airplane hangar into a sensorial journey of luxury and escape. From pitch to execution, I led the entire experience, curating a high-concept, opulent atmosphere through refined aesthetics, immersive details, and brand storytelling.
Project Overview
Event Objective:
Reimagine the corporate dinner as an immersive branded experience
Seamlessly integrate themes of beauty, aviation, and luxury hospitality
Maintain elegance and functionality within environmental constraints
Role - Creative Lead: Concept, Design, Execution
Client
Estée Lauder Companies
Date
08/2025
Concept and Moodboards
Environment and Layout
Photographed by Nunzio Ruggerio (2025)
Outcome and Reception
The event was met with exceptional praise and exceeded internal expectations. It set a new benchmark for experiential storytelling at ELC, strengthening team unity and reaffirming the brand’s commitment to elevated experiences.
“There hasn’t been an event at ELC like this in a long time.”
— Gerardette P.
“He created something very unique for the North America team, and I know how special that makes then feel.”
— Sara K..
“Javier has so much potential, and when you unlock that in somebody and watch them grow, it’s the best feeling as a leader and as a boss, to see people spread their wings.”
— Kendal A..