Private aviation is getting a streetwear-inspired makeover. NOT A GARAGE is offering shares in a Gulfstream G500 designed by NIGO, the Japanese creative force behind A Bathing Ape and one of the most influential figures in contemporary street fashion. Rather than simply putting a familiar logo on an aircraft, the project aims to bring NIGO’s distinctive visual language into the entire flying experience.
The Gulfstream G500 is already an impressive platform. The long-range business jet can cruise at speeds approaching the sound barrier, with a maximum speed of Mach 0.925 and a range of roughly 6,100 miles. That makes nonstop routes such as Japan to Los Angeles or Sydney possible, turning the aircraft into something closer to a private international travel system than a conventional business jet.
NIGO’s proposed exterior gives the aircraft a much more recognizable identity. Renderings show the G500 covered in a matte deep olive green, with a contrasting copper-colored lower section. The livery has not been finalized, however, so the finished aircraft could ultimately look different from the current concept.
Inside, the aircraft is arranged around three separate living zones, along with a galley and lavatory. The idea is less about creating an extravagant flying lounge and more about making the cabin feel like a private space designed around its passengers. NOT A HOTEL chefs will oversee the onboard menus, adding another layer of personalization to the experience.
The service is designed to extend well beyond the aircraft itself. Through a dedicated app, owners will be able to book flights, arrange meals in advance and even gift flights to other people. For passengers departing from Tokyo, a chauffeur service will collect them anywhere within the city’s 23 wards and take them to the airport, creating a door-to-door experience rather than simply a private flight.
The G500 is planned to be based at Narita International Airport, with flights scheduled to begin in December 2027. For now, the project is still taking shape, with waitlist registration open for those interested in becoming part of the aircraft’s ownership model.
With NIGO handling the design and NOT A GARAGE turning private aviation into a shared luxury experience, the project sits somewhere between a private jet, a hospitality concept and a collectible piece of design. If the final aircraft stays close to the current vision, it could be one of the more unusual Gulfstreams in the sky. Also be sure to check TOP 10 Most Luxurious and Expensive Airlines in the World.
