Autumn/Winter 2013

DESIGN | REFURBISHMENT | PLANNING | INSPIRATION | INTERVIEWS | INTERIOR SUPPLIERS FRESH PERSPECTIVES Gary Oliver on delivering new design standards

QUANTUM MAGIC Firsts at sea with RCL’s Kelly Gonzalez SPECIAL SPAS Industry innovators consider key concepts

Titanic II Sponsors: Fredrik Johansson talks 1920s and global growth 111

FOREWORD CONTENTS

2  A different dimension: Trimline’s Gary Oliver talks about the company’s recent rebranding and its five- Innovation insights pronged approach to marine interiors 8 Creating special spas: Maximising appeal for cruise With a number of newbuilds entering the market, refurbishments continuing passengers by catering to all the senses unabated and cruise guests increasingly demanding the five-star luxury they 10 Brands apart: International Corporate Art uses are exposed to on shore, keeping an eye on innovation is as important as ever. artworks to beautify onboard interiors With many high-end hotels alongside their marine clients, cruise designers are 14 Quantum leaps: Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd’s Kelly well placed to track and interpret these trends, so we eagerly look forward to an Gonzalez on innovation across the brands escalating number of ‘firsts’ at sea. 16 Spectacular spaces: 5+ design talks about how Trimline is the focus of our cover story on page 2, as we read about how Two70° is transforming the cruise experience on the UK-based interiors outfitter has evolved from its early start in soft Royal Caribbean International’s Quantum-class ships furnishings to its subsequent rebranding as a complete solutions provider, now 18 Rising stars: CBA Associates is a turnkey interior incorporating mega yachts into its client mix. outfitting company creating dynamic spaces Although appealing spas depend on new products and services, our feature 19 Converting a class: Danish Decoration reflects on its on page 8 outlines how practicalities are also essential to meeting the luxury four-ship refit of Celebrity Cruises’ Millennium fleet expectations of cruise guests today. On page 10, International Corporate Art 21 Flooring fundamentals: Forbo Flooring says is passionate about beautifying shipwide spaces with significant art pieces that selecting coverings to cope with dense traffic have the power to differentiate both ships and brands. is essential Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd’s Kelly Gonzalez talks on page 14 about how 22 Beyond sustainable carpeting: Desso realigns its at-sea ‘firsts’ on Quantum of the Seas evolved during the design process in line business to a circular recycling philosophy with the overall innovation ethos of the line and its brands. 24 Beaming brilliance: HB Laser uses quality German Another newbuild, Titanic II, is the topic for Tillberg Design of Sweden as components for hassle-free displays Fredrik Johansson elaborates on both the 1920s and modern-day elements to 26 Dizzying design days: Tillberg Design of Sweden expect. Meanwhile, SMC Design’s Andy Yuill delves into the design inspiration takes on Titanic II amid sustained growth behind differentiating the Norwegian Breakaway brand. 30 Driving design firsts: SMC Design’s Andy Yuill on creating appeal for client and cruise guests onboard Norwegian Breakaway 32 Considering the customer: ICF International outlines the company’s customer-oriented approach to turnkey design projects 33 Supplier directory: The guide to a wide range of service providers operating throughout the industry Cherie Rowlands Editor, Cruise & Ferry Interiors

ABOUT THE COVER IN MEMORY

Autumn 2013

Executive editor Jon Ingleton DESIGN | REFURBISHMENT | PLANNING | INSPIRATION | INTERVIEWS | INTERIOR SUPPLIERS Editor Cherie Rowlands FRESH PERSPECTIVES Robert Tillberg Editorial team Rebecca Gibson Gary Oliver on delivering new design standards 2 February 1920 Editorial contributor Jacqui Griffiths to 26 March 2013 Publication manager Toby Ingleton

QUANTUM MAGIC Advertising account manager Firsts at sea with Royal Caribbean’s Kelly Gonzalez One of the cruise industry’s design icons, Robert SPECIAL SPAS Hema Davda Industry innovators consider key concepts Tillberg will be missed not only by his family, but his

Titanic II Publishing partners: Fredrik Amandip Singh Johansson talks Sales manager 1920s and 111 many colleagues in the world of cruise shipping. global growth Subscriptions Michael Geraghty We at Cruise and Ferry Interiors are particularly Publisher Nolan Andrews The front cover of this issue is designed proud of being able to count Robert as one of our by Trimline. Managing director Gary Oliver pioneer front cover designers after showcasing his Art Direction Paul Robinson says: “We help ship owners to realise a creativity in our 1997-1998 issue. Cover image courtesy Trimline vision for stunning marine interiors by Robert was a stickler for quality in everything he Website development Chris Jackson considering many dimensions including did and when asked, said that should he have his life Circulation Ritwik Bhattacharjee end-user experience, performance to live over again he would like to pursue the same standards, life cycle costs and project career, creating beautiful spaces of the highest quality. management requirements. It’s an Thank you Robert, for the legacy you have left to approach that’s setting new standards in the world. The beauty and integrity of your work will the sector.” continue to be an inspiration for future generations.

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Trimline managing director Gary Oliver talks to Jacqui Griffiths about the company’s five-dimensional approach to marine interiors

fter almost 50 years in the Trimline. “We’ve always had our own want to see when they walk onto these business, Trimline has furnishing workshop, but over the years vessels. So we’re not just a contractor who seen marine interiors from we’ve added various departments to our takes a specification, prices it and delivers it every perspective. Founded offering including joinery, a spray shop for – we take a different approach. We’ve got so in 1965, the company finishing, and our own logistics, CAD and much more to offer along that journey and combines a tradition of expertise with a design departments. When we realised some the people here are really engaged with that commitment to learning and innovation. people still thought we were just carpets and and want to deliver it.” It has developed from the furnishing curtains, we decided to completely rebrand The entire Trimline team was involved in specialist of early days to offer a broad our offering so people understand more the rebrand, which has entailed a change in range of services that can take an about what we do.” the company’s stock colour – from orange outfitting project from conception to Trimline asked its clients for suggestions, to aquamarine – as well as a new website delivery – a different approach from what and learned that they really wanted to know and literature that tell the story. “It’s caused many operators might expect. more about the journey through a project a fantastic reaction from our customers and Trimline’s recent rebrand is a result of and the people who make it happen – a from our workforce,” says Oliver. “They’re that evolution, as it realised that some fitting task for a company that is so people- so engaged with the whole thing, they all customers needed clearer information focused, as Oliver explains. “We’ve got had an input into what we came up with about the full range of services it offers. some magnificent skills here; people who and how the message was going to be “When my father started the business, it have been working for Trimline for 30 or conveyed, and the buzz around the place is was very much focused on soft furnishings,” 40 years, who know the industry inside out, just incredible. It’s been a really exciting year says Gary Oliver, managing director of how the ships work, and what passengers and it’s having fantastic results too.”

2 Cruise & Ferry Interiors Trimline recently extended the handrail of the grand staircase on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2

Central to Trimline’s approach is its five what we know about interiors to them “We’re constantly coming across new key dimensions – aesthetic appeal, end without them having to think about it. It’s a products, new ways of thinking and new user experience, performance standards, fundamental part of what we do and that’s ways of doing things and we’re thinking life cycle costs and project management. really having an effect.” hard about how we can apply these products These five dimensions play to Trimline’s For example, close relationships with its to help operators,” he says. comprehensive expertise, so the company fabric suppliers enables Trimline to spot Trimline’s latest investment in a 3D can bring intelligent solutions to high- future fashions in marine interiors and scanner, means that the company can performance interiors, leaving operators free build them into its offering so its clients quickly survey an interior space and to focus on running their businesses. “We can rest assured that their passengers will generate a pinpoint-accurate 3D drawing recognise that people, particularly in the enjoy comfortable, up-to-date interiors. “If of it. “The edge it gives us is tremendous,” cruise industry, have got very busy jobs,” it’s the right product, the right colour and says Oliver. “We can measure dimensions explains Oliver. “They are out there working the right quality, you can deliver luxury off it and draw up furniture which we know to keep the ships moving, to keep the at a reasonable cost,” says Oliver. “We can will fit exactly into the space. It saves a lot technical side of things going, and to keep specify the right fabrics for the right area of time on site and in production and it’s a their passengers happy. They don’t want to because our people have got the knowledge huge benefit to our customers and to us.” be faffing about with interiors. They want and experience to do that.” Other innovative products include to be selling their cruises and delivering a An eye for innovation is essential in flooring resin and exterior varnish really good product. That’s why Trimline delivering the quality and value that today’s products that can be cured in minutes is heading to a more strategic partnership passengers expect, and Oliver and his team using ultraviolet light, instead of having to with the cruise companies. We can deliver work hard at finding innovative solutions. wait hours before being able to touch the

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Built by Italian firm CRN, the 55 m Achilles is one of Trimline’s superyacht interior projects

surfaces. “Everything is geared towards And while some staff have transitioned Surf, Wind Spirit and Wind Star sailing speed and longevity, so a quality finish can from associated land-based industries such yachts. The project wasn’t without its be achieved quickly and the downtime as construction, the conversion to marine challenges, but Trimline’s approach was of the area or vessel is kept to an absolute – involving different rules and regulations, commended by the company for shortening minimum,” says Oliver. safety issues and the irregular working hours communication channels and saving a “We’ve also come across a company that’s of the leisure industry – can be a challenge. lot of time in working towards a mature developed an extremely lightweight interior “It’s far better that we’re able to build the design and specification. bulkhead system made from recycled glass, company culture with new graduates and “We did three ships in very difficult and with all the correct fire certificates they get to know exactly what an operator conditions, as they were moving across the to be able to use onboard a ship. Because needs,” says Oliver. Atlantic for a lot of the time,” says Oliver. it’s lighter than other products out there, Trimline’s investment in graduate “We’re proud of the job we did, and as a installing it can save operators a lot of fuel schemes, apprenticeships and management result we’re now doing the phase 2 cabin and energy.” development is already paying dividends upgrade on Wind Star and Wind Spirit, What comes over clearly in speaking to in equipping the people who will head again on the run. We pick them up in Lisbon Oliver is his pride in the dedication and tomorrow’s projects. It currently has three and then do the job as we sail across.” expertise of the Trimline workforce, which graduates in training and the first of those, Another innovative service is in Trimline’s handles incredibly complex tasks in a Simon Dawkins, has successfully run his strategic approach to maintenance, in highly specialised industry. “We have such first contract on the refit of the high-speed which it provides assessments, reports and a complicated job here; there are so many catamaran, HSC Manannan, for the Isle of recommendations to enable operators to steps to get correct,” he says. “It involves a Man Steam Packet Company. make more informed decisions. “Many lot of different departments and people, and Putting all this expertise to work operators out there are struggling with getting it right demands real commitment means offering new products and services ships being able to report faults and have and a real understanding of where they sit in that embrace every aspect of marine them dealt with in a very quick timeframe,” each part of that process.” interior projects. The company recently explains Oliver. Nurturing the next generation of experts completed its first major design and build Trimline’s model for a long-term working is important, says Oliver, observing that in contract with Windstar Cruises, which relationship with contract partners can be such a small industry, it isn’t possible simply saw it partnering with McVitty Interior seen in its Through Life Support Contract to pick up staff on the job market that can Consultants to carry out a multimillion- with the Ministry of Defence for Royal do what the company needs them to do. dollar interior refurbishments on the Wind Fleet Auxiliary ships. The success of this

4 Cruise & Ferry Interiors Juggling the demands of high-performance Performance marine interiors Standards

A different End User approach Experience from Trimline Life Cycle Cost

Aesthetic Appeal

Project Management

Trimline House, Paget Street, Southampton, SO14 5GN Tel 023 8033 4242 Email [email protected] www.trimline.co.uk INTERVIEW Cover story

From left, clockwise: Design partners Mike Oliver (left) and Gary Oliver (right); The staterooms of Cunard Line’s Queen Mary 2 were refurbished by Trimline; The furnishing workshop has been expanded to include other departments isuch as the joinery workshop ”When we realised some people still thought we were just carpets and curtains, we decided to completely rebrand our offering”

relationship is evident in the fact that, with its recent project in Brazil providing continuous contracts, and which has been having completed its initial five-year term, a welcome challenge for the company’s fairly quiet in recent years as the recession the contract has been renewed for a further logistical expertise. “Our first major started to bite. five years. offshore contract, with Technip in Brazil, “Superyachts have been an area we’ve More recently, the company has signed went extremely well,” says Oliver. “It was been looking at and actively marketing in a framework agreement with Carnival very exciting, as there are lots of logistical for the last ten years or so,” says Oliver. UK to look after five of its UK ships – challenges to get over when you’re working “We’ve found in the last 18 months that Cunard Cruise Line’s Queen Mary 2, in Brazil. It took us ten weeks to get work things are starting to pick up in the market Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth, and permits for our staff, and we sent an awful and there are more and more valuable P&O Cruises’ two largest ships, Azura lot of equipment and materials down there. projects out there. Superyachts represent a and Ventura. “We’re basically responsible It was certainly a learning curve, but we got fabulous challenge for our manufacturing for how those ships look from the interior the job done on time and the experience capability because the quality standards perspective,” says Oliver. “So we’re doing has put us in a good position to take on are very different and everything has to be surveying, we’re writing up reports, costing anything else.” absolutely perfect.” them and planning the work and budgets Trimline is now talking to several other For Oliver, that’s a challenge which, for the next three to five years.” key operators in the offshore world and like those of the offshore, cruise and ferry It’s a far cry from the traditional will be promoting its services – based on industries, Trimline is more than capable of contractor’s role, says Oliver. “We’re really the same concept of five dimensions – at rising to. “We know what the expectations strategically aligned with Carnival on the SPE Offshore Europe exhibition in are,” he says. “In my view that’s the secret what they want to achieve – that is a very Aberdeen in September. to business – understanding your customer different position from receiving a spec It looks like a busy time ahead for the and understanding what their issues are and sheet and doing the work. We’re using our company, which is negotiating contracts for what they feel is important. What Trimline experience to see what’s going to wear out in later in the year across all marine markets. does well is learn very quickly so we’re the next few years, what’s coming up, what It recently announced a contract to carry able to deliver on those expectations. It’s a the trends are, and putting all that expertise out work on the historic 65 m superyacht constant process of learning and that’s what into creating a better result over the next Shemara, which was built in the company’s makes it exciting. You have to be always few years.” home town of Southampton in the 1930s. out there questioning what you’re doing As if that wasn’t enough, Trimline is It’s something of a coup in a market that internally, and finding out what’s happening also expanding into the offshore industry, is based more on single projects than on on the other side of the world.” C&FI

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Shampoo Body Wash Shampooing Gel Bain Douche Soap Savon SPA FEATURE Creating

Onboard ambience Onboard special spas

State-of-the-art sun loungers stimulate the four senses of touch, sight, smell and sound

New and innovative assengers today prefer new wellness, from integrating the health aspects and innovative concepts that through to the multi-sensory approach, the offerings need stand out from the traditional guest’s desire to experience the extraordinary, sauna experience. With the to sustainability and the integration of to encompass advent of the medi-spa enabling holistic room concepts offering the latest in guests on some cruise brands to top multimedia – sound and lighting technology all the senses up on treatments such as Botox, teeth – aroma and the use of heliotherapy,” he says. whitening and laser skin rejuvenation, as Further, to remain competitive and while perfecting well as an ever higher innovation baseline continue to meet passengers’ expectations, for spas on each newbuild or refit, what is Schletterer recommends investing in the practicalities it that really makes a cruise spa special? modern spa or sauna experiences rather than to maximise the Long gone are the days when a new sauna traditional applications. “For example, the or steam room provoked a palpable wave of variety of steam baths – thalasso, which appeal for cruise anticipation amongst cruise guests. With uses the healing effects of salt; gemstone, more than 70,000 spas worldwide – both on which uses the positive effects of crystals passengers. Cherie land and at sea – there is a largely identical for health and wellbeing; and herbal- or offering of steam rooms and saunas across blossom-scented options, which involve Rowlands reports global spa and wellness facilities, according gently introducing these fragrances to steam to Heinz Schletterer, CEO and owner of spa to give a mild, aromatic inhalation. State-of- planning and design consultancy, Schletterer. the-art alternatives with health-enhancing The Germany-based company’s marine spa effects include the mineral bath which projects include Cunard Line’s Queen Mary makes use of the positive effects of lithium, 2, AIDAblu, AIDAaura, Disney Wonder and magnesium and selenium.” Disney Magic, to name a few. Schletterer Renowned for providing essential oils to believes that as guests’ expectations have the spa setting, Decleor partners with Saga changed, cruise line spas must change with Cruises to provide support in recruitment, them. “Modern and future-oriented facilities management ship visits, staff training, should meet the future trends of spa and product launches and customer care.

8 Cruise & Ferry Interiors Guests can choose from a variety of steam baths for health-enhancing experiences

HEAVENLY SCENT

More than anywhere else onboard, a spa must be inviting. The olfactory aspect is an important part of this experience, but one so often overlooked in the past.

Scents evoke feelings of relaxation, comfort and pleasure – emotions at play when it comes to establishing brand preference and encouraging guests to consume spa treatments and services.

“Scent is the most memorable of the senses and an exciting part of the guest experience,” says Olivier Decoster, perfumer and founder of HD Fragrances. “It may seem a simple concept, but it’s the most powerful way to create and enhance exceptional spa experiences.” Photo: Inviion Photo: Photo: Ken Seet It is important to think beyond the traditional use of essential aromatherapy oils and consider more sophisticated Decleor’s national account manager Elaine spa as accessible as possible for all passengers. high-quality fragrance compositions that Beattie says: “As guests embark on their spa This includes electric couches to ensure ease can eliminate toxic or allergy-causing journeys, we assist in alerting all their senses of getting on and off for treatment, spacious molecules, Decoster says. to the different sounds, textures and smells treatment rooms so there is room to change they will envelop themselves within during and plenty of space to be able to walk around HD Fragrances offers cruise lines the this memorable visit. When looking at the without clutter.” opportunity to choose from its signature design of a new cruise spa, it is important However, in contrast to land-based projects, collections or to create their own bespoke that the experiences include a retail/spa cruise spas require greater creative thinking to fragrances, to be diffused in various experience area, an adult-only relaxation ensure both staff and passengers benefit from concentrations across treatment and suite, alfresco treatments, spacious treatment spacious surroundings. fitness rooms, sauna and pool areas in rooms, spa suites, wellness programmes, “Although space on a five-star cruise ship is a holistic approach. A single application correct acoustics and temperature.” often more restricted than in a five-star hotel, morning and evening ensures the base To ensure important elements are achieved, the spa still needs to provide the same five- notes linger. Schletterer says: “Designers and suppliers for star service, but in a more compressed form,” cruise liner spas need ample experience in spa and Schletterer says. “This can be achieved by Other custom-perfumed spa products wellness design, with a perfect feeling for room integrating multifunctional spa experiences, include linen sprays, perfumed and lighting concepts. They also need to have where one facility may provide a range of concentrates for fountains, saunas and experience with and know the characteristics of spa options – a spa cabin may offer a herbal Jacuzzis, as well as massage oils, body cruise ships as well as special requirements and experience on one day, but a mineral steam lotions and shower gels. regulations such as lightweight construction, bath the next, with a thalasso experience on fire safety and a clear understanding of the the third day.” The smells from cleaning products, movement of ships, particularly with regard to Clearly innovation remains at the forefront petrol and other chemicals, such as water drainage and floor drains.” of today’s cruise spa spaces, but not to be chlorine in swimming pools can be the Practical considerations are crucial within forgotten are the design practicalities which lasting impression guests take away the working environment when it comes ensure a spacious and streamlined work with them. Subtle use of natural sprays to providing the perfect ambience so that environment and ultimately a passenger not only remedies this, but also acts as cruise guests enjoy an exceptional experience, appeal that will maximise return visits time a marketing tool to help guests relax believes Beattie: “We work on making the and time again. C&FI and want to return for more.

9 INTERVIEW Setting brands apart... with art With many major marine projects under their creative belts, International Corporate Art’s Gro Nesjar and Joan Blackman are Design spotlight passionate about differentiating and beautifying onboard spaces with art. Cherie Rowlands reports

resh from supplying 890 pieces of art to Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ latest newbuild, Europa 2 and with more than 25 years in the cruise, hospitality and corporate sectors, there is little that art consultancy, International Corporate Art (ICArt), does not know about refining interiors with a near-limitless choice of pieces for passenger-pausing effect. Selecting artworks for more than 150 ships and 500 land-based hotels, founding partners Gro Nesjar in Oslo and Joan Blackman in Miami – along with third partner, Oslo-based CEO, Kai Sveum and around 20 art consultants, logistics, installation and production colleagues from London, Finland, Miami and Oslo – use a myriad of media including sculpture, glass, mosaics, ceramics, metal, video and lighting to create art installations on passenger fleets, from cruise vessels and expedition ships to ferries and fast boats. The company’s first marine project – Royal Caribbean International’s Sovereign Habitat Diorama with Painkillers by Laurie Hogin sits at the forward stair lobby on Oasis of the Seas of the Seas in 1988 – was the start of an ongoing partnership to create beautiful ships, which now extends to numerous other for a high-quality, crisp and contemporary But before approaching an artist, lines including Celebrity Cruises, Regent look,” says Nesjar. As a result, some big ICArt comes up with a wrapping for the Seven Seas Cruises, Silversea, Viking River names are destined for the newbuild’s suites art concept, called the ‘red thread’ that Cruises and of course, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, and public spaces including David Hockney, is based on the brief, and is the creative to name a few. Hans Hartung, Adam Fuss, Gerhard umbrella that continues throughout a Onboard art is chosen to be consistent with Richter and Olafur Eliasson, with work from vessel and its entire collection. “On Oasis clients’ goals and brand vision and Europa Damien Hirst – a series of butterfly images in of the Seas the red thread is ‘The Wonder 2 was no exception. “Hapag-Lloyd had a 80 different colours in his infamous pop-art of Our World’ which highlights physical clear idea that they wanted to concentrate on style – featuring in the Grand Penthouse and beauty, while on Allure of the Seas, it is pieces from German and European artists, Owner Suites. also ‘The Wonder of Our World’, but is centred around its people and cultures,” says Blackman. “Navigator of the Seas has one of my favourite red threads – ‘Art ”We are the icing on the cake, but it’s for Art’s Sake’, which celebrates the pure beauty and scope of art including pieces often that icing that people notice” created from everyday objects. The biggest thrill is coming up with the red threads and seeing them executed onboard. This

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gives each ship its own personality because interiors are so alike, but art changes.” When it comes to funding for the variety of projects ICArt undertakes, the company’s slogan is that ‘no job is too small or too big’ and budgets vary enormously, as Blackman explains: “We have executed ship projects that

Design spotlight range from US$50,000 to US$13 million and everything in between – around US$130 million for Royal Caribbean across their fleet including the Vision-class, Radiance-class, Voyager-class and Oasis-class ships. Some projects feature very important art collections while others may be more decorative in nature. It’s about adding value and enrichment to the guest experience. For example, Celebrity Cruises’ art collection is museum-quality and valued at about US$60 million and although there are fewer pieces than on the mega ships, the names are more recognisable and the experience is truly extraordinary.” So substantial sums and serious art – but even serious works can project an element of fun and the ICArt team is passionate about producing the unexpected too. “Some of what we do is borderline entertainment, especially for Royal Caribbean,” says Nesjar. “We’ve created fantasy worlds in casinos, sunken ‘treasure’ floors, a kids’ area that look like an aquarium and many fun ‘surprises’, so it’s not all serious art. We created a vintage car collection for Royal Caribbean – the actual cars, adapted for the ships. One example involved working with the Morgan factory in England to create a special edition in a custom colour. That was great fun!” Provoking thought is an important aspect to all art and the company is no less committed to the cause, but at the same time it is skilled at ensuring on a piece-by-piece basis that this doesn’t stray into offence. Nesjar says: “It is a very important part of what we do. We should try to provoke a little just to get attention so people remember what they saw because that’s what art is supposed to do. But we would never do anything that Keysook Geum’s Dream of Utopia wire and bead works onboard Allure of the Seas would insult or scare them. Art should stand on its own and not blend, but it should never be offensive.” Scandinavian seafarers’ travelling tradition.” for a small amount of spending in relation ICArt continues to get plenty of practice Other newbuild commissions include to the benefit. Judging from our current with a healthy portfolio continuing to Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas project list, it seems the message is getting attract new projects including Viking and Anthem of the Seas, as well as TUI’s through, with more and more cruise Cruises’ first ocean cruise ship, Viking Star, Mein Schiff 3 and Mein Schiff 4. Blackman executives coming to understand the value which is due to depart on its inaugural says: “Quantum of the Seas is going to be that art can give their ships.” voyage in 2015. Nesjar says: “We are very special, but I can’t say much about ICArt’s mission to elevate cruise guests’ putting together a collection of high-end, this project. TUI’s art collection is going experiences through beautiful, high- basically Scandinavian artists, where the to be gorgeous, with contemporary pieces quality onboard artworks sits firmly on red thread is the past, present and future and more German art. They’ve come to track to fulfilling this vision now and into of Viking exploration and will focus on the understand how much art can lift a ship foreseeable future. C&FI

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Kelly Gonzalez, vice president of newbuild and architectural design, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd, talks to Cherie Rowlands about the line’s latest newbuild and her role in ensuring consistency and innovation across the brands

eing VP of newbuild and and strong customer feedback, so we are identity is innovation and Quantum embodies architectural design is less always refreshing ourselves,” Gonzalez says. that. We went through a number of different about choosing designers and “For example, Royal Caribbean has a think phases with Quantum – it didn’t just come to more about being the bridge tank called ‘Eagles’, which incorporates the gate at the same time. It evolves with us. If between the corporation and marketing, hotel operations, food and we force innovation too much and too fast, it design consultancy community, says beverage, and human resources staff. These ends up not being authentic.” Kelly Gonzalez, who has held the post at vary from three to ten people who all put The evolution of two of the most exciting Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL) for points on the table. We organise and facilitate onboard Quantum features, SeaPlex and the past two years. these, but contributions come from the North Star, are an example of this approach, “You see it in our brands and ships – we individual brands. We are interested in their says Gonzalez. Described as the ‘largest indoor oversee the process for the right look, feel thoughts, but if they sound too much the active space at sea’, SeaPlex promises adventure and creative environment and to ensure same as what has gone before, we encourage through an array of activities, including roller brand consistency for newbuilds and them to be different so that we get more out- skating and the chance to whizz through the revitalisations across our six brands. We of-the-box thinking.” air on the first flying trapeze at sea, while at may help in choosing designers, but will With ship innovation baselines being night it will be bumper cars that beckon. The also provide input if a matter still being raised higher and higher, how does RCL 91 m viewing capsule, North Star, swings deliberated, or if a technical matter needs meet the challenges of ensuring standout out over the ocean from the 4,180-passenger resolving,” Gonzalez says. design on its vessels, particularly when it vessel, offering 360-degree sea views for up Setting creative concepts for the cruise comes to Quantum of the Seas, the line’s to 15 occupants. “SeaPlex and North Star corporation’s various brands involves working closest-to-launch newbuild? are from entirely different time periods,” says closely with the individual cruise lines, each “The Quantum class represents a series Gonzalez. “With SeaPlex, we flirted with the of which has its own ideas about what defines of ships that are important to our long-term seed of this idea on an earlier ship class, but it its brand and what will be received well by future,” Gonzalez says. “It’s a reflection of didn’t feel right. On Quantum, it has a more passengers. “We rely on close communication the type of things guests look for. Part of this natural feel, so it came quite early on. We say

14 Cruise & Ferry Interiors North Star swings out over the ocean at 91 m high to offer 360-degree sea views

”We think we know what we’re shooting for, but so often it is more spectacular than we expected after going into service”

we work in a design spiral – we take delivery organise interior space. Some of this we’ve “People – from the top down, to the crew on of our commitments to the shipyards seriously, done in the past has not been particularly the ship,” she says. “Pursuit of innovation is but ideas need time to mature. North Star well received by passengers. The aft lounge part of the culture and although endorsed came much later than what would really be on Radiance of the Seas is a favourite, by the executives, all kinds of people enjoy ideal, due to the complexity of structure, as but I wouldn’t call it an architectural it. Crew members get involved in onboard we needed to think this through. Most of feature, whereas Two70o is a design point. surveys and they’re creative too. Our Quantum’s design was frozen in the spring A wonderful interior space during the day company represents people from all over the 2012 – we were just getting started around where you can unwind with a cup of tea, at world and their passion is infectious. winter 2011 and it didn’t solidify until 2013. night becomes something else.” “I think that key to what we do here is Like peeling an onion, to some degree we still With so many design ‘firsts’ onboard one the collaboration. We get a group of diverse have smaller details that need validation, so we ship, are there any Gonzalez is particularly people together who don’t see things the validate and we tweak, but that’s who we are – proud of? “It’s like asking which of my same way. It’s an important part of my and turning the inside out and the outside in.” children is my favourite,” she says. “We Harri Kulovaara’s [EVP Maritime, RCL] When it comes to Two70o, Quantum’s work hard in all areas, so they’re all special roles and is crucial to what we need to aft space which offers passengers and I’m close to each one. We work with lots accomplish, especially when pioneering new 270-degree views through floor-to- of different people who support innovative areas. It is human nature that experts in an ceiling glass windows during the day culture. My pride comes from seeing the area will say it can’t be done. and showcases entertainment at night, ship in service, the crew working the space “We involve architects working with including aerialists and digital projection and the passengers’ appreciation. We each other – even if they’ve been assigned and performances, Gonzalez says: “That think we know what we’re shooting for, their own spaces – and have them sitting was also started early on, but probably but so often it is more spectacular than we in on each other’s presentations, so that if evolved the most as we got into it and it expected after going into service.” someone has a tricky problem, we’ll bring in became more and more of a ‘wow’. It’s the When it comes to what she enjoys most the other designer. It’s a spirit of teamwork,” next generation of thinking about how we about her role, Gonzalez does not hesitate. concludes Gonzalez. C&FI

15 CASE STUDY Spectacular spaces Combining innovation with technology, Two70° is set to transform the cruise experience onboard Royal Caribbean International’s Project focus Project Quantum-class ships, says Tim Magill, partner at 5+design

hen Royal Caribbean International challenged US-based 5+design to design an innovative venue that would deliver an enhanced guest experience onboard its Quantum-class ships, the company created Two70°, a transformational space offering panoramic views of the sea through floor-to-ceiling, inclined glass walls. The three-deck-high, multidimensional venue will be located at the stern of the ship and provide a continually evolving space, able to accommodate a range of onboard activities, events and entertainment. Innovative Vistarama technology will transform the venue at night “We were challenged to create an ‘all season’ venue that increased the amount atmosphere, while automated blinds will be and five 100-inch diagonal LCD monitors can of natural light onboard the ship, while lowered over the expansive glass wall to provide be programmed to move in synchronisation delivering the ultimate guest experience a backdrop to various live, digital, theatrical with the aerialists as they travel through the during longer cruises,” says Tim Magill, and aerialist performances. Animators will performance space, surrounding the spectators highlighting the inspiration behind the wall. use 3D and Vistarama technology – a digital with lights and sound. Concealed stage lifts, “Reconnecting with nature and admiring filming and warping process – to project flying wires and entrances hidden within the the continually changing views of the sea real-time, virtual views of the ocean or display planters and terraced seating allow actors to and the sky as the ship travels to various different backdrops onto the glass wall, move through the audience and involve them locations, provides the core experience of allowing the ship to become part of the show. in the performance. any cruise holiday. Two70° will enable both “Show producers may use the Vistarama to “The iconic Two70° venue will be one passengers and crew members to establish a display realistic and recognisable landscapes in a series of amazing ‘Wows’ on Royal sense of connection with the unique beauty such as the New York and Hong Kong Caribbean’s Quantum-class ships,” of their surroundings.” skylines, or more fantastical elements such as concludes Magill. “Guests will be amazed Two70° features lounge and terraced Spanish galleons and magical islands, fully that they can enjoy lunch while admiring seating, a two-storey mixology bar and a immersing the audience in the on-stage action,” the sea view one day, relax while watching variety of casual dining areas. It has been says Magill. “The technology can also be used an aerialist show the next day, and return designed as an organic topography of elliptical to transform the main central terrace, creating to a transformed venue for an entirely terraces, which provide a variety of intimate the impression the guests are dancing under different immersive experience later that spaces for small groups to participate in a starry moonlit sky, or in the Rockefeller week. Two70° will offer a truly unique, awe- daytime, cultural enrichment activities. Center’s Rainbow Room and so on.” inspiring space, which cannot be matched “While its most compelling feature will be the In addition, an animated LED turntable anywhere else on sea or on land.” C&FI spectacular view and the sense of connection to the sea, Two70° will serve as one of the most social spaces onboard the ship,” explains ”The Two70° venue will be one in a series Magill. “It will enable passengers to reconnect with family and friends, meet new friends, and of amazing ‘Wows’ on Royal Caribbean’s enjoy – or even become a part of – a range of unforgettable entertainment and experiences.” Quantum-class ships” At night, the innovative use of lighting and technology will transform the venue’s

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17 REPORT Rising stars CBA Associates is a turnkey interior outfitting company with over 28 years’ experience designing, fabricating and installing some Project focus Project of the most dynamic cruise ship interiors

ight years ago, James P. Colie & Associates, a leading cruise interior outfitting contractor for nearly 20 years, closed its chapter in the cruise ship interiors sector. But this was not the end of its story. Today, Creative Building Alliance, also known as CBA Associates, stands in its place. Committed to ensuring that 20 years of experience was not just set aside and left to rust, CBA is made up of a dynamic team of project managers, technicians, craftsmen, designers and speciality subcontractors with many years of experience and knowledge of the intricacies and demands of bringing forth amazing cruise interiors. CBA has recently renovated the fashion boutique shops aboard Royal Caribbean International’s Whether building from designs created Voyager of the Seas and Freedom of the Seas by some of the world’s best practitioners in cruise vessel interior design or working in coordinated with the onboard staff to ensure has its challenges but CBA is proud to collaboration with owners and end users the best guest experience at all times. have mastered the process. Ensuring great to create the design and function for a new During one trip, a cosmetics shop became cooperation between every person involved, venue, CBA has the expertise required to a luxury watch shop in less than seven days. including owners, concessions and onboard deliver on the most exacting demands in the The colours and textures selected, including staff, is definitely the key to success on cruise industry. natural cherry displays and chambray- projects like this. CBA has recently completed design-build texture upper bulkheads with inserted Over the last few years, the company refurbishment projects on the gift shops Tiffany glass displays trimmed in brushed has been involved in cutting-edge aboard Royal Caribbean International’s aluminium, set the tone for elegance. implementations. These include building and Voyager of the Seas and Freedom of the Seas, On the same vessel, CBA then went straight installing interactive, touch screen, digital working closely with the cruise line, onboard on to renovate the onboard fashion boutique signage systems on more than ten vessels to staff, gift shop concessions and many retail shops. Modern white and stainless steel help passengers more easily access information brands to make their visions a reality. trimmed façades were chosen to complement such as what is going on, what’s for dinner The projects were carried out while elegant interiors featuring rich dark wood and how to get around the ship. As new the vessels were in service. To minimise contrasted with white fixtures. The boutiques venues and technologies are developed to disruption to guests, areas were blocked contained a cruise accessories and apparel make the cruise experience more exciting or off with graphic screens as renovation outlet as well as several well known retail perhaps just easier to navigate, CBA Associates work took place. CBA’s dedicated team brand stores. CBA also developed a new is committed to evolving with the cruise spent months beforehand planning the Dreamworks store, as well as a liquor shop. industry to keep delivering the very best and projects. Components were prefabricated Working while the vessel is in service most innovative in interior design. C&F and pinpoint logistical scheduling was carried out to ensure that all of the elements required to build each shop were sent to ”Working while the vessel is in service has the right port along the itinerary. Every phase was a whirlwind of exacting work, its challenges, but CBA is proud to have and certainly not without its unforeseen challenges; typhoons, skipped ports and mastered the process” rerouted containers all had to be managed. Each project was carried out in phases and

18 Cruise & Ferry Interiors REPORT Converting a class Danish Decoration reflects on the company’s four-ship refit of Celebrity Cruises’ Millennium fleet

anish Decoration was Studio B ice rink and the Wedding Chapel In addition, Danish Decoration updated established in 2008 by three on Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis- the Observation Lounge, the Grand project managers with more class vessels. Foyer and the embarkation area and than 20 years of experience Recently, the company served as the main reupholstered furniture, redecorated walls of delivering turnkey contractor during an extensive renovation and ceilings and fitted a new carpet in the design and outfitting projects to the project of the public areas onboard popular Café al Bacio. C&F marine industry. Located in Denmark, Celebrity Cruises’ four Millennium-class the company provides design, project ships, Infinity, Summit, Millennium and management, material procurement Constellation. and installation services, as well as full Danish Decoration transformed eight delivery documentation for cruise and public areas on each ship, dividing the ferry newbuild and conversion projects. top-deck youth area into the X-Box Lounge Over the last 20 years, Danish Decoration and a Teens Arcade and creating a Kids Fun and its three owners have delivered a range Club with new toilet facilities. The company of public areas onboard cruise ships and also converted the cinema into a conference ferries, including a replica of Venice´s Café room, while new bars with ice-effect Florian on Costa Cruises’ Costa Atlantica counters were installed in the Martini Ice The Observation Lounge was refreshed to create a and Costa Mediterranea. It also installed the Bar, which is located on the central deck. contemporary feel

19 13292_Forbo_Marine_FullpageAd.indd 1 08/08/2013 09:23 REPORT Flooring fundamentals Selecting IMO-certified coverings that can cope with dense traffic is essential for passenger vessels, says Stephan Plomp, international key account manager, Transport Flooring

or cruise and passenger ferry warm underfoot, and has excellent slip- cent nylon. It is the ideal choice for an operators, one of the most resistant and acoustic properties. Extremely entrance system that can simultaneously difficult areas in which to durable, it will retain its appearance for absorb moisture and remove dry soiling. maintain a high standard of many years, while the impervious backing Coral entrance systems can reduce cleaning appearance is flooring. The makes it suitable for either wet or standard costs and prolong the life of onboard floor sheer volume of intense traffic and IMO cleaning. The only textile floor covering finishes and coverings, while yarn and certification are the key determining to be approved by Allergy UK – due to backing systems have been developed to factors when specifying a floor covering. an ability to trap allergens and then safely meet the stringent smoke toxicity and low- Flotex FR is a flocked floor covering release them upon cleaning – Flotex FR flame spread standards required to achieve designed to fully meet the requirements of has a positive impact on the life of allergy the IMO wheelmark. As a result, Coral T32 the 2012 IMO resolution MSC307 (88). sufferers. With this unique combination FR can be used with confidence in a range Flotex FR passes the IMO Resolution of benefits, Flotex proves an ideal solution of marine vessels including cruise liners, MSC 307 (88) Annex 1, Parts 2 & 5. A wherever a hardwearing, attractive, passenger ferries, charter boats and other floor covering that looks and feels like a hygienic and easy to clean marine flooring seagoing vessels. carpet without any of the drawbacks of a is required. Coral T32 FR meets all the IMO fire carpet, Flotex has a smooth, velour-like Coral T32 FR is a cut pile covering safety standards for products used in surface that is comfortable to walk on, consisting of 60 per cent wool and 40 per seagoing vessels. C&FI

Left: Cross section of Coral T32 FR, Right: Cross section of Flotex ”Flotex has a positive impact on the lives of allergy sufferers”

21 CASE STUDY Going beyond sustainable carpeting

Project focus Project Desso is realigning its entire business to a circular recycling philosophy, while at the same time fulfilling the goals of like-minded clients such as AIDA Cruises

esso is a leading designer and manufacturer of marine carpets with over 20 years’ experience in the industry. In this time, a complete portfolio has been created that ranges from custom-made woven carpets to carpet tiles designed specifically for marine industry clients including AIDA Cruises, Carnival Cruise Lines, Disney Cruises, Holland America Line, Royal Caribbean International, MSC Cruises, and Viking River Cruises. The weaving technique used in Axminster not only ensures a luxury feel, but also allows complete design freedom so that cruise branding can come to life in the carpet. AIDA Cruises has recently equipped AIDAaura with custom-made Axminster carpets, while AIDAaura, AIDAcara and AIDAvita crew cabins have been furnished with Torso 4C’s marine carpet tiles. As the cruise line is committed to reducing its impact on the environment, a carpeting solution that fits with its sustainability goals is important. Torso The Cradle-to-Cradle principle follows a circular recycling model 4C’s tiles are made according to the ‘Cradle to Cradle’ principle, to ensure an eco-friendly marine carpeting solution. of its useful life, it is either safely recycled into new carpet products Instead of a linear economic model where products are or used in other recycling initiatives. AIDAaura’s old carpeting was manufactured and then disposed of, Cradle-to-Cradle is a circular returned to Desso in this way. AIDA was the first cruise line to model that follows the carpeting company’s decision to align its receive an official Take Back certificate guaranteeing its old carpets entire business to this philosophy, by 2020. As a result, Desso gives don’t end up on a landfill site. serious thought to the materials used in their carpets and how they Take Back has been recycling used carpet since 2008 to use as can be recovered tomorrow by ensuring non-toxic material flows and valuable raw material in new products. Millions of square metres of using renewable energy to achieve this. worn-out carpet are thrown away every year – often burned or dumped “I’m delighted we are starting to sell our Cradle-to-Cradle at landfill sites – leading to the destruction of valuable raw materials. products to the marine sector – it demonstrates that we can Many ‘sustainable’ activities are defined in terms of minimising combine making compelling products with meeting our social and the environmental impact but the Desso programme recognises environmental goals, and also those of our customers,” says Roland that everything we do has an effect on wider society around us. Jonkhoff, Desso managing director of the Hospitality, Marine and The challenge is to ensure our impact benefits current and future Aviation division. generations. Cruise and ferry lines that recognise the importance AIDA Cruises also participates in Desso’s revolutionary Take Back of socially responsible products can contribute by choosing programme that ensures that products will be recycled according to solutions that have a positive impact on the environment, both the Cradle-to-Cradle principles. Once a carpet has reached the end now and in the future. C&FI

”We combine making compelling products with meeting our social and environmental goals and those of our customers”

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Whether new build or refit – Desso offers a complete collection of carpeting, anywhere in the world. From the proverbial ‘castles of the sea’ to the accommodations on an offshore oil rig.

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Desso Marine | [email protected] | www.desso-marine.com REPORT Beaming brilliance High quality German components and full service from planning to set up helps ensure innovative displays are Project focus Project hassle-free, says HB-Laser founder, Harald Bohlinger

ell known within the business, HB-Laser (HB) manufactures optical and mechanical components for laser show systems and offers innovative, flexible and award-winning products for cruise line clients. Founded by Harald Bohlinger in Germany in 1990, the company now counts Costa Cruises as one of its key clients. The cruise line commissioned HB to install a laser show onboard Costa Fascinosa in 2012, following earlier successful installations on Deliziosa, Luminosa, Pacifica and Favolosa, when the laser team created customised displays from full service to planning and onboard set up. Three LightCube 863 RGB laser projectors and three LightCube 861 single-colour laser projectors were used – An HB-Laser cruise ship graphic animation two at the Bel Ami Theatre and a third as backup. Each projector is equipped with promptly be returned to HB for service, HB also offers a wide range of multimedia network-enabled Pangolin QM2000.NET minimising after-sales costs. Laser safety is solutions, such as the Interactive Visions laser-control boards, allowing for quick and as important onboard as it is on land. All System, a reactive video projection system easy replacement if necessary. A Titan-5 LightCube laser projectors are equipped which interacts with passersby. laser controller is integrated into the show with scan-fail safety according to DIN EN No matter the type of product an HB control by a Society of Motion Picture and 60825-1. At 100 times faster than required, client chooses, each receives the same Television Engineers time code. safety zones can be assigned to ensure attention and service, with the company High-quality components are used inside response within defined areas. providing the best solution for their the LightCube Series projectors to ensure Future innovations for the company include customers’ needs to ensure different maintenance-free operation, while each unit the LightCube 850 IP68, which is a 100 per concepts are unique to each project. is designed for 24/7 operation and comes cent weather-proof laser projector specially Experience gained with Costa ships has with a two-year warranty. Ships’ engine designed for permanent outdoor installations. allowed the company to develop and refine vibrations can lead to misalignment of the Cut from a massive block of aluminium, concepts for a cost-efficient daily operation, laser beams inside the projector, but the its housing has an integrated heating and while at the same time ensuring high levels shock-absorbing feature of the LightCube cooling system, making it a perfect choice for of quality and artistry. The HB team strives Professional series keeps the laser system the pool deck of a cruise ship. In addition to for perfection so that opening shows are aligned even if the projector drops by as manufacturing and installing laser projectors, successful and clients satisfied. C&FI much as 20 cm. Power fluctuations on cruise vessels have the potential to damage systems; LightCube’s specially developed ”Experience gained with Costa ships power supply copes with these inside a given range – a backup option deals with allowed us to develop and refine concepts those outside the pre-defined limits. The integrated QM2000.NET controller for a cost-efficient daily operation” allows fast unit replacement in the event of an unexpected outage so the system can

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Dizzying design days

ollowing a management change 738 passengers. Other recent and successful Since its inception in 2005, the new regime at design deliveries include Norwegian nearly 50 years Tillberg Design of Sweden Breakaway – TDoS designed all passenger (TDoS) revitalised its design accommodation as well as a large number of ago, Tillberg Design philosophy, sharpened its the public areas; refits on Disney Magic and efficiency and organisational skills, and Disney Fantasy; a total makeover of Costa of Sweden has simultaneously breathed new life into neoRomantica; and refreshes to Azamara the company’s image and corporate ships, Quest and Journey. Norwegian continued to deliver identity. The business has now expanded Getaway, for which TDoS designed to include high-end hotels, boutiques and many public spaces and all passenger sustained growth private residences, resulting in diverse accommodation, will debut in January 2014, and is now eyeing client stock, a number of prestigious new while the company’s design flair will be on projects, and dizzyingly busy design days show in spring 2014 with the delivery of TUI global expansion, for the firm. newbuild, Mein Schiff 3. But TDoS has not abandoned its many “It has been an incredibly encouraging senior partner Fredrik years of unstinting commitment to the period for us,” says TDoS senior partner, cruise industry. Far from it. The heady list of Fredrik Johansson. “We have established a Johansson tells projects includes the company’s latest marine long-term collaboration prospect with Regent commission, Regent Seven Seas Explorer. Seven Seas Cruises, which is wonderful, Cherie Rowlands Due for delivery in summer 2016, the ship and we have seen a successful delivery will be the most expensive luxury liner ever with Norwegian Breakaway. We are also built, with TDoS commissioned to design expanding on our works for the Marriott the majority of the onboard areas for the Group and several other land-based clients.”

26 Cruise & Ferry Interiors Left: The Haven is an exclusive retreat on Norwegian Cruise Line ships with pools and dining facilities; Above: The Haven Owner’s Suite has dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that provide sweeping ocean views from this 572 sq ft space; The bathroom has a separate shower and oversize tub with ocean views

”We have a passionate creative spirit, a ‘hard work and no frills’ attitude, and we are constantly renewing ourselves”

The ever-expanding list of commissions it would look like if Titanic would have expand, both within Sweden and abroad. doesn’t end there. “Then of course we have had another deck. This is where the extra The increasing number of clients means the Titanic II prospect which is again lifeboats will be located, along with added more and more complex planning and something out of the ordinary,” Johansson revenue-generating attractions. coordination, and as a result TDoS has says. Blue Star Line chairman, Clive Palmer, “Many questions arise as we dive into recruited a deputy managing director announced in 2013 that the shipping the thousands of details that made up the to oversee the daily organisation and company had engaged TDoS to provide Titanic. The ship was physically sub- administration in a move that will allow the architectural and design services for all divided for three classes; the beds were three managing partners to be even more interiors of the Titanic II (TTII) project. shorter than today – and, with no access to involved in the design process and quality “It is an amazing vote of confidence to be onboard functions, third-class passengers control of future projects. Not bad for a offered the entire ship’s interior,” Johansson had to entertain each other. As you can company that is nearly 50 years old. says. “It obviously means doing a lot of imagine, this offers a fascinating insight Founded in 1964 in Viken, by the late research – fortunately we have access to into life onboard at the time. The TTII Robert Tillberg, the business has designed Blue Star’s global network of leading experts concept is about romantic time travel and interiors for more than 200 projects, large on Titanic and her interiors. The project theatrical role-playing – and it’s our job to and small, for both marine and land-based will stretch our creativity in a different way create the best possible ‘scenography’. Just clients. In 2005, Lennart Ekstedt – then than a modern cruise ship. Needless to imagine that you will be able to buy period owner of Tillberg Design AB and sister say, the TTII interiors will need to comply garments, drop in for a 1912 hairstyle and company SMC Design in London – offered with all current marine requirements and makeup, or ask the barber for a ‘mistletoe’ three of the most experienced members of technology demands. The safety deck will or Robert Taylor moustache!” the team the opportunity to take over the contain features the original ship did not Given the number and range of Swedish mother company, Tillberg Design possess, or that were not accessible for all commissions the company is juggling, AB. The deal agreed included the company passengers. We have tried to imagine what it is unsurprising that there are plans to name, all ongoing clients, historical

27 INTERVIEW Project focus Project

”It is an amazing vote of confidence to be offered all of Titanic II’s Top: Norwegian Breakaway’s Savor and Taste dining rooms have been split to provide a more intimate and quiet dining experience; Bottom: The Club restaurant on Costa neoRomantica interiors”

references and all intellectual property in particular attention to its clients’ privacy Looking further ahead, Johansson the business. It is still possible to open up and need for confidentiality. To that end, a believes that there may be a return to and review all historical projects in the separate team headed by a dedicated senior designs that are a bit less quirky and tongue- TDoS office today. associate handles every major client and in-cheek, and more intimate and personal. Now, the design company consists of a all outgoing concepts are monitored by the “I think we may see a return to concepts core team of more than 20 highly trained design principals to ensure top quality and that are more straightforward, authentic and architects and designers – half having individuality, whether on land or at sea. down-to-earth. An encouraging trend is also worked directly under Robert Tillberg while With such depth of experience across that our marine clients increasingly involve he was active in the business. New design both marine and land-based projects, us from the very start, putting passenger talent within the skilled team has meant Johansson is well placed to give insight into experience in the driving seat,” he says. ongoing rejuvenation, with fresh and up-to- the land-based trends the passenger shipping “This is how big and successful designer date concepts for the company’s clients. In industry is following. “Although there is hotel chains have been working for the past addition, TDoS has built up a wide network great individuality among our clients, the two decades – they don’t start with escape of reliable external consultants within a two common denominators are always routes and goods intakes and work upwards, number of design disciplines, including space and privacy,” he says. “We have seen but by developing a strong vision of what a unique concept atelier with well-tested individualism and rebellion in both fashion they want their guests to experience – and, materials from trusted global suppliers. and media for some time. In boutique hotel more importantly, what makes them want to To what does Johansson attribute the design, eccentric elements of quirkiness return with their friends.” company’s sustained success? He says: “We are found in deliberate mismatches and For Johansson, the company’s overall have a passionate creative spirit, a ‘hard the use of traditional materials in new and vision of ‘delivering dreams’ accurately work and no frills’ attitude, and we are unorthodox ways. One-of-a-kind light summarises the TDoS philosophy: “It’s constantly renewing ourselves. This, paired fixtures, tables, chairs and desks create what we are all about. We have both the with our solid organisational and time an unexpected aesthetic that is in both in talent and the skills it takes to turn our management skills, has built us very strong conflict and in harmony at the same time. clients’ wildest dreams into reality. But you relationships and a solid reputation within “Some of our recent hotel projects have are never better than your last project and our industry. It’s been interesting to see how drawn their uniqueness, brand character and having a world-famous name doesn’t help if relatively few jobs we gain from approaching guest experience from the site and underlying you don’t deliver. clients directly and how many we have building in which they are located. “We want to be the first company our won through recommendations from other Neighbourhoods and historical context form clients think of when it’s time for a new companies in our network.” the basis of the design theme itself and often project. We already have an exceptional Johansson also believes that as a in a playful way. This makes them true, one- design team that delivers dreams – we want commercial design firm with extensive of-a-kind memorable experiences, aimed at a the world to know what we are about and to international exposure, TDoS pays specific kind of audience.” take advantage of it,” he concludes. C&FI

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Andy Yuill of SMC Design talks to Cherie Rowlands about creating appeal for both client and guests onboard Norwegian Breakaway

hen it comes to Whether a project is at sea or on land, the outside and the outside to the inside. You interior design each Yuill believes it’s all about bringing good can see from one side of the vessel to the other, client is different, so design to the client. “It’s got to be about through whiskey bars, looking past Italian it is important to be improving their brand, their identity and restaurants and then to The Waterfront on the passionate about each one their overall visual appearance within other side. But it’s all about guests and you are – it’s all about listening and understanding the market. They have to be continually giving them other seating options, while at the their needs and product, says Andy Yuill, expanding and developing, so you never sit same time taking pressure off both the top and co-founder and joint managing director of still as a designer.” pool decks.” London’s SMC Design. With more than 20 years’ cruise design Continuing the original concept from “The cruise vessel is a large product, so expertise, including projects for Norwegian their work on Norwegian Epic, the team it’s about understanding the many aspects Cruise Line, Cunard Line, Star Cruises also furnished Breakaway with the Ice Bar, which, when brought together, will create and P&O Cruises, SMC Design is adept at as Yuill explains: “We have ice everywhere – the whole, especially when you’re involved delivering onboard innovation. Norwegian’s ice halls, ice bar, ice art – and this is a true in designing the restaurants, casinos and bar 4,000-passenger Norwegian Breakaway, which ice bar, a unique piece. The guests enjoy it areas. There is a whole multitude of elements was launched in May 2013, is no exception. because it’s a fun place to visit and a revenue that go into making up these fantastic leisure “The big difference with Breakaway is The source for Norwegian that we have also products,” he says. “You’ve also got to bring Waterfront on the starboard side. It is one long made it different to Epic. something to the table for the clients. The area divided into eight different outside public “On Breakaway it’s even more interesting cruise ships coming out now have got far spaces, each with their own character, and is a because of the combination of light and ice. more in common with land-based design place for passengers to dine, drink and relax. It’s all about the ‘wow’ factor of stepping than they would have had 10 to 15 years ago. The promenade that runs around the outside into the ice bar and the passenger feeling Passengers are used to certain things on land gives it atmosphere. It is very visual, as you’re that this is as beautiful as the one on Epic, which they’re getting more of on ships now able to look into the public spaces as well, so it if not better. The effect of light on the and that makes it more appealing to them.” goes back to this connection from the inside to ice creates something which is different,

30 Cruise & Ferry Interiors From left to right: An LED-illuminated chandelier is part of a synchronised lighting design incorporating several elements in Breakaway’s atrium; The first salt room at sea was designed by SMC on Norwegian Breakaway; The Waterfront on Breakaway is divided into outside public spaces with a promenade that runs around the outside

Andy Yuill of SMC Design talks to Cherie Rowlands about creating something that the passengers aren’t used to have many dining counters, each having its process and being involved in so many seeing every day.” own concealed light with its own colour and aspects of design – we don’t just design appeal for both client and guests onboard Norwegian Breakaway Meandering to Deck 15, SMC has created hue, which is a more subtle aspect to the bathroom or bars. We’re involved in another ‘first’ at sea with the spa’s Salt design and gives character to these spaces. everything – casinos, restaurants, theatres – Room, which is based around the natural “Overall, there’s a great variety of design and anything. It’s the same as a land-based salt caves found in Eastern Europe. within the ship. You go from Italian product. But when I refer to the vessels, I “We researched to see what we should have restaurants, to the spas, to the casinos, to don’t talk of vessels – it’s just design that in a good quality spa,” says Yuill. “Besides the various bars that we have, but it all sits happens to be on a ship. It is good design saunas, steam rooms, Jacuzzis and hydrotherapy well together. Breakaway has continuity and good design can be anywhere.” C&FI pools, the more modern spas now include salt so you feel there’s a balance of design on rooms in their offer. It’s a form of treatment the vessel. I would say it has a luxurious, that is reputed to be good for people who have comfortable feel to it. There are individual breathing problems or asthma. We still have all areas that are more conceptually themed, the favourites, but from the owner’s perspective which are popular with guests, but the ”Cruise ships it’s good to keep adding something to the design fits far more comfortably as an product. It’s not just another spa, it’s a fantastic overall product.” coming out now spa and it’s got a salt room.” When asked which design elements make Naturally the central atrium is not left out him most proud, Yuill is reticent: “Design have far more of the design mix, where lighting plays an artists are always so very humble when important part. Yuill says: “We concentrated they complete a project and something in common with on the ‘wow’ factors for the huge atrium. that started off as a drawing on a piece of land-based design From the large, LED-illuminated chandelier paper actually ends up being one of these to the glass stairs to light that washes down wonderful pieces of engineering that’s been than they would the columns, the lighting is all synched built. I always feel so very honoured to be together. Although strong on its own, part of the cruise industry because you start have had 10 to 15 it’s not just about the chandelier, but all off with nothing and then two years later elements of the atrium.” there’s a product and the whole thing goes years ago” The use of light in all areas is very off into business for many to enjoy. important on Breakaway, Yuill says. “We “It is the complexity of the building

31 REPORT Considering the customer ICF International’s executive director Annie Chua-Viljanen discusses the outfitting company’s customer-oriented Project focus Project approach to turnkey design projects

ruise and ferry operators rely on the quality of their onboard services, activities and interiors to ensure they provide a seamless customer experience for their passengers. Originally founded as a marine carpentry repair company in 1989, Integrated Constructors Firm (ICF) International has provided a broad range of interior outfitting, construction and refurbishment services to various sectors of the marine industry. The company offers a complete, integrated turnkey service, from the initial concept and planning stages, through to engineering, manufacturing, procurement and final installation; it also supplies mechanical, electrical and plumbing services and carries out any necessary testing when the work is completed. Each project is carried out in close collaboration with the client to ensure the final product is tailored to their individual requirements and is completed on budget within the scheduled time frame. This focus on the customer and attention to detail ensures ICF International delivers high-quality products that comply with the necessary marine regulations, as well as environmental and SOLAS standards. ICF International has worked with a ICF International designed several areas onboard Star Pisces number of cruise and ferry operators since its inception. The firm recently designed services for projects onboard Seabourn International advocates a customer- and constructed the lounge, dining and Cruises’ yachts in Miami, Portugal and Spain. oriented approach and works with its entertainment venues, retail outlets and The company outfitted the cabins and a team of skilled professionals and technical children’s areas on Star Cruises’ Star Pisces, range of public areas including the reception, specialists – and a global network of completing the installation in just two weeks. stairwell, restaurants and Observation Lounge. marine experts – to deliver quality, In addition, it provided turnkey design, Operating in line with its ‘We custom-made, sustainable services and engineering, management and delivery Build Your Dreams’ philosophy, ICF turnkey solutions to its clients. C&FI

”Each project is completed in close collaboration with the client ”

32 Cruise & Ferry Interiors Supplier Directory A guide to suppliers and designers working in the cruise and ferry interiors market

Cunard Line’s Queen Mary 2 staterooms were refurbished by Trimline Suppliers A-Z Cruise & Ferry Interiors & Ferry 34 Cruise Skopos Design Sinclaire &textiles Fabrics HB-Laser Chelsom International Studio BG & systems Entertainment Precetti SRL ICF International Everlux Group Almaco &equipment Engineering ICF International Chelsom Solutions LED bluleu systems Electrical Everlux International Studio BG &equipment Deck Shipsu Art Corporate International HD Fragrances HB-Laser Decoration Danish CBA Associates Consultants Precetti SRL Inc Precetti Group Almaco furniture & fittings Bathroom Design Falkum-Hansen Architect Forest Silk The Art Corporate International Accessories the eachsuppliers. of profile for full A-Z to a find following to the supplier listings theninteriorand refer below sector by theindustry.and suppliers Search ferry in ofselection cruise some of finest the Welcome Cruise to the & Interiors Ferry SUPPLIER DIRECTORY Supplier Directory. We’re to present pleased acomprehensive you with Tillberg Design of Sweden Design Tillberg Design SMC Mivan Design Falkum-Hansen Chelsom CBA Associates International Studio BG 5+design Interior architects of Sweden Design Tillberg Trimline Forest Silk The Design SMC Art Corporate International HB-Laser Systems Flooring Forbo Design Falkum-Hansen Decoration Danish Chelsom CBA Associates International Studio BG 5+design design Interior HD Fragrances &fitness Health Precetti SRL Inc Precetti Mivan Geometric Furniture Group Almaco &restaurant Galley Geometric Furniture Beds Hypnos Furniture Systems Flooring Forbo Carpets Marine Desso &carpeting Floors Enviai coverings &wall Walls Design Skopos Sinclaire Soft furnishings ICF International Group Almaco equipment Ship Enviai Everlux &security Safety Everlux Chelsom Solutions LED bluleu Lighting Forest Silk The Sinclaire Geometric Furniture suppliers Interior Trimline Design Skopos Precetti SRL Inc Precetti Mivan Art Corporate International ICF International Geometric Furniture Enviai Decoration Danish Chelsom Associates CBA Solutions LED bluleu International Studio BG outfitting Interior SUPPLIER DIRECTORY

Hollywood-based 5+design provides architectural, The company has expanded significantly since it planning, urban and interior design services for a global was founded by five partners in 2005 and now offers a network of clients. multilingual, multidisciplinary team of more than 100 5+design With many years of collective experience, the studio professionals working in both its US headquarters and 1024 North Orange Drive offers a complete portfolio of services and is committed offices in China. Suite 215 to developing unique, memorable and practical designs Previous marine projects include retail, restaurant, Hollywood California for the marine, hospitality, corporate, retail and casino and miscellaneous public spaces for five of 90038, United States residential sectors. Celebrity Cruise Lines’ Solstice-class ships, while 5+design has a thorough understanding of sustainable upcoming projects include the Two70 venue onboard Tel: +1 323 3083558 and eco-friendly design concepts and focuses on the Royal Caribbean International’s Quantum of the Seas. Fax: +1 323 3083557 individual needs of its clients and their customers www.5plusdesign.com throughout projects.

Almaco has been reliably serving the cruise and ferry The company’s expertise in accommodation industry since 1998, delivering complete solutions in areas includes close to 20,000 cabins and wet units food handling and accommodation areas to owners and refurbished as well as modularly built and installed Almaco Group shipyards worldwide. onboard existing ships, facilitating large-scale Uudenmaantie 100, Turku Almaco is a system supplier for food handling areas modernisation projects with short timetables. Piispanristi providing stainless steel, tailor-made equipment for Almaco’s after-sales services offer a broad variety of 20760 galleys, provision stores and refrigeration systems. new and replacement equipment, parts and maintenance Finland Its Galley Energy Management system helps owners services around the world to all owners, regardless of the save up to 25 per cent of the energy used in galleys. original equipment supplier. Tel: +358 2 277 7979 Almaco’s Refrigeration Equipment Monitoring system Fax: +358 2 277 7969 is connected to a central monitoring device for the www.almaco.cc provision stores, refrigerated counters and refrigerators, delivering 24/7 visibility to ship personnel.

BG Studio International (BGSI) is based in New and interior designers are well aware of the importance York City and is an interior design firm specialising in of capturing the audience by creatively incorporating the hospitality including five- and seven-star hotels and client programmatic requirements into design solutions luxury cruise ship resorts, as well as commercial and that assure a winning combination for both financial BG Studio International residential design in the international and domestic and innovative success. 264 West 40th Street hospitality markets. BGSI is a boutique design firm which has Suite 703 Francesca Bucci and Hans Galutera, the co- gained a reputation for design excellence and cost- New York founders and principals of BGSI, have over 20 years of effective project management. Past clients include: 10018, United States professional experience and are interior design specialists Istithmar WorldEnterprises, the Hyatt Hotel, Trump of large-scale hospitality projects. BGSI has developed a Organization, Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Tel: +1 212 2428273 dedicated understanding of the operational and branded Cruises and TUI Cruises. Fax: +1 212 2428274 signature requirements on hospitality interiors which www.bgstudio.com make unique projects successful. The firm’s architects

bluleu was founded in Germany in 2003 as a sole for interior and exterior use. bluleu mainly supplies to proprietorship by Frank Blume, who directs and guides cruise ships and mega yachts. the company with his expertise and industry experience. The products from bluleu are application-specific Blume recognised the need for innovative lighting and technically challenging and are partly developed bluleu LED Solutions concepts and focused the company on the development, in cooperation with other companies, institutes or Hauptstr. 51b planning and production of high quality products and universities. The specifications are extremely diverse and Pattensen-Schulenburg solutions in the field of LED technology. cover aspects such as light quality, light colour, design, D-30982 The company specialises in the manufacturing of control systems, salt water and chemical resistance. Thus Germany individual light systems made of LED components the company has achieved a leading position in these with different colours and light intensities, as well as in specialised applications on the maritime market. Tel: +49 5069 480 250 Fax: +49 5069 480 2511 supportive guidance through consulting and installation [email protected] activities. The key competence of the company is focused www.bluleu.de on custom-made LED solutions in the maritime sector

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CBA Associates is an interior outfitting company with more than 28 years of experience in designing, fabricating and installing cruise ship interiors. The company’s team of project managers, technicians, CBA Associates craftsmen and designers have provided comprehensive 601 Lake Dora Drive turnkey services for more than seven years. CBA offers a Tavares complete service, from concept planning to design and Florida

Suppliers A-Z Suppliers project coordination, working to meet the highest safety, 23778, United States quality and design standards. Projects can be completed on time and on budget Tel: +1 352 508 5733 during drydock periods, or while a ship is in service. Fax: + 1 353 508 5721 CBA has completed a range of unique public spaces for www.cbaassociates.com many of the world’s leading cruise lines and shipyards.

Chelsom has been a leading designer and supplier of The knowledgeable technical and engineering team decorative lighting to the international cruise and at Chelsom understands the complex demands of the hotel sector for more than 65 years. Based in the UK cruise and ferry sectors. All of the lighting products can Chelsom with a subsidiary company in Hong Kong, Chelsom be modified to comply with marine applications and Heritage House is a globally recognised organisation with a strong international electrical and fire regulations. Clifton Road reputation for delivering high quality lighting designs to Chelsom has delivered lighting to newbuild Blackpool prestigious projects around the world. and refit projects under the Royal Caribbean Lancashire Chelsom works closely with interior designers, architects, International, Norwegian Cruise Line, Carnival FY4 4QA cruise operators and shipyards to produce stylish lighting Cruise Lines, Windstar Cruises and Disney Cruises UK designs for cabins, suites and public areas. It produces wall brands, among others. lights for cabins and creates unique installations for public Tel: +44 1253 831 400 areas, offering both standard products from a 300-page Fax: +44 1253 698 098 lighting catalogue and custom-designed pieces. www.chelsom.co.uk

Danish Decoration was established in 2008 by three Mediterranea, as well as the Studio B ice rink and the project managers with more than 20 years of experience Wedding Chapel on Royal Caribbean International’s in delivering turnkey projects to the marine industry. Oasis-class vessels. Recently the firm was the main Located in Denmark, the company provides design, contractor for the conversion of the public areas on project management, material procurement and Celebrity Cruises’ Millennium-class vessels, installing Danish Decoration installation services, as well as full delivery documentation areas such as the Martini Ice Bar. Kummerowsvej 5A for cruise and ferry newbuild and conversion projects. The 9400 Nørresundby Denmark company’s global network of partners enables it to offer competitive, custom-made solutions. Tel: +453 068 0976 Danish Decoration and its three owners have Tina Kjeldgaard delivered a range of public areas onboard cruise [email protected] ships and ferries over the years, including a replica of www.danishdecoration.dk Venice’s Café Florian on Costa Atlantica and Costa

European company Desso designs, manufactures and tiles are manufactured with fully recyclable materials supplies a range of marine carpets to global cruise and and offer an eco-friendly carpeting solution. ferry operators. All of the company’s marine carpet solutions are The company’s experienced team provides design, IMO certified and meet the industry’s most stringent Desso Marine Carpets planning and installation services, as well as a high level requirements. Taxandriaweg 15 of customer support. Its customers include AIDA Cruises, With more than 20 years of experience, Desso Waalwijk Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Royal understands that the marine industry has its own 5142 PA Caribbean International and Viking River Cruises. unique demands and the company is fully committed to Netherlands Desso’s complete product line ranges from custom- meeting customers’ requirements and needs. made woven carpets and tufted wall-to-wall carpets, to Tel: +31 416 684100 carpet tiles designed specifically for cabins. Developed Fax: +31 416 340318 according to the Cradle-to-Cradle principle, the carpet [email protected] www.desso-marine.com

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Enviai has designed and manufactured a range of glass, The company has been awarded the ISO 9001 quality stainless steel and aluminium walls, windows and doors standard. for the marine industry for more than ten years. Enviai Offering various turnkey services, the company Via Parodi 124 operates in the European market and has completed Ceranesi (GE) many projects onboard a variety of cruise ships, ferries 16010 Italy and fast ferries. Enviai provides A60 steel panels, internal and Tel: + 39 010 72661 external walls, heated-glass walls for wheelhouses Fax: + 39 010 7266342 and B15 and A0 protective fire walls. It also supplies Maurizio Corbani revolving stainless steel doors, sliding and hinged [email protected] balcony doors and windscreens with security glass, as www.enviai.com well as skylights and roofing.

Everlux manufactures and supplies high-luminance, that the onboard LLL signage systems are visually photoluminescent safety signs, low location lighting appealing and create an efficient evacuation route for the (LLL) systems and safety signage solutions for the passengers and crew. maritime industry. Everlux has received type approval from Lloyd’s Everlux E.N. 109, Araújos, Brenha The company offers a wide range of products, which Register and approval as a service supplier from DNV Figueira da Foz comply with IMO resolutions, SOLAS Conventions and and the Marine Equipment Directive. The company has 3080-436 ISO safety standards. also been awarded EN NP ISO 9001:2008 approval for Portugal It also provides a reliable, integrated service for its quality management system. shipyards, shipbuilders, ship owners and operators, offering Tel: +351 233 407 407 a complete service throughout safety signage projects, Fax: +351 233 402 545 including installation and onboard luminance testing. www.everluxmaritime.com Each project is custom-designed according to the needs of the individual cruise ship or ferry, ensuring

Falkum-Hansen Design is an architecture and design Recent marine clients include: Fjord Line, Color Line, company offering a fresh and imaginative approach Hurtigruten, Birka Cruises Anek Lines, CTN Tunisia to projects within the passenger shipping industry, Ferries and Minoan Lines. Falkum-Hansen Design AS commercial and residential sectors. Josefines gate 27 The firm’s staff members are experienced in N-0351 Oslo various architectural fields and the requirements of Norway specialised commercial environments. The company provides a comprehensive scope of services, from Tel: + 472 259 5570 conceptual and feasibility planning to supervision [email protected] during the construction period. It works on a range of www.falkumdesign.no projects including major newbuilds, as well as small refurbishments.

Forbo Flooring Systems is part of the Swiss Forbo Group Coral T32 FR is a textile entrance system, which and owns 12 production facilities, with sales companies in eliminates up to 90 per cent of dirt and moisture, over 20 countries worldwide. Forbo offers two compliant making it an effective way to reduce costs of cleaning, flooring products for the marine sector: Flotex FR and repair and maintenance. It also prolongs the life of Forbo Flooring Systems Coral T32 FR. interior floor coverings. High Holborn Road Flotex FR is a unique nylon 6.6 textile floorcovering, Flotex FR and Coral T32 FR have been developed to Ripley offering the benefits of both smooth flooring and meet the stringent smoke toxicity and low flame spread Derby carpet in one product. It is an ideal solution wherever standards required to achieve the IMO Wheelmark. Derbyshire hardwearing, attractive and hygienic flooring is required They are ideal for use in cruise liners, passenger ferries, DE5 3NT, UK as it is suitable for wet cleaning due to its impervious charter boats and other seagoing vessels. Tel: +44 1773 740629 backing. Flotex is durable and slip-resistant, and Fax: +44 1773 740142 incorporates a sanitised antimicrobial treatment. It is www.forbo-flooring.com/transportation also the only floorcovering approved by Allergy UK.

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Geometric Furniture, established over 40 years ago, site, controlling quality from inception to installation. is a design-led manufacturer of high quality contract The product range includes loose furniture, soft furniture to the worldwide international cruise and seating, banquette seating, bespoke joinery, cabinet work hotel sector. Based in Manchester, it has a 17,000 sqm and case goods. The firm works closely with interior Geometric Furniture manufacturing facility which includes office, showroom designers, architects and cruise operators to ensure its Geometric House and storage space. products are fully customised to meet any specifications, Lark Hill, Townley Street Geometric Furniture has its own in-house designers including the IMO certification required for marine Manchester

Suppliers A-Z Suppliers who continuously design innovative and stylish regulations. M24 1AT, UK ranges to add to the constantly evolving product portfolio. The designs are created using 3D modelling Tel: +44 161 653 2233 and technical drafting software, which then leads to Fax: +44 161 653 2299 prototyping, development and testing. The company’s [email protected] team of expert craftsmen manufactures everything on www.geometric-furniture.co.uk

HB-Laser has established a global reputation as a manufacturer and service provider for the laser industry due to its show laser systems and multimedia installations. The company has 25 years of experience and is HB-Laser internationally renowned for its consistent first-class Heldenbergstrasse 26 quality, innovative ideas and pioneering products. Schwaebisch Gmuend 73529 HB-Laser is continually motivated by the feedback of Germany its customers and always strives to create new concepts, which set the standard in the show laser industry. Tel: +49 7171 104 6920 It has been honoured with both national and Fax: +49 7171 104 692200 international awards, while its long-term relationships [email protected] with its customers are a testament to these achievements. www.hb-laser.com

HD Fragrances is a European designer and manufacturer of unique packaging design and exclusive fragrances. interior fragrances and guest toiletries for upmarket cruise All products are made in Europe using quality, lines. The company was founded by the renowned perfumer environmentally friendly ingredients absent of harmful Olivier Decoster – creator of exclusive fragrances for some ingredients such as parabens or phthalates. HD Fragrances of Europe’s leading fashion and interior designers – and now HD Fragrances is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium 9 Sint Elooistraat partners with clients such as Azamara Club Cruises. and designs for a growing list of international clients 1700 Dilbeek Belgium The company prides itself on its personalised who are looking to differentiate their properties and approach to design and delivery and offers olfactory ensure an unforgettable guest experience. Telephone: + 32 2 582 4804 signature services for cruise lines looking to reinforce Fax: +32 2 706 2436 their brand experience through the subtle use of a Lisa Harrison, managing director custom interior fragrance. [email protected] Its signature brands of guest toiletries and custom- www.hdfragrances.com designed collections are identified by their high quality,

The Marine division of Hypnos specialises in to manufacturing and installation. It also provides a hand crafting bespoke, luxury mattresses using a disposal and recycling service for old mattresses – a low combination of traditional skills and innovative cost, eco-friendly and responsible alternative to landfill. Hypnos Beds techniques. As the UK’s only carbon-neutral mattress With a Royal Warrant from Her Majesty Queen Meadow Brooks Business Park maker, the company makes it products from natural, Elizabeth II and certified fire and safety compliance Long Eaton sustainable and fully recyclable materials in its FSC from the IMO and the Wheelmark Scheme, Hypnos Nottingham and ethically certified factory. offers both high quality products and service excellence. NG10 2GD Each Hypnos mattress is handmade according UK to individual comfort, size and shape requirements, providing tailored solutions for motor cruisers, Tel: +44 1159 732180 superyachts and cruise ships. Fax: +44 1159 732279 [email protected] The company offers a complete project management www.hypnoscontractbeds.com service, which ranges from templating and design

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ICF International specialises in turnkey interior outfitting for global cruise and ferry operators and has carried out many design and build projects since it was established. The company offers interior and accommodation outfitting, electrical work, piping, HVAC and steelwork ICF International services. It also provides a range of services, from initial 101 Eunos Avenue 3 studies to project management, and from architectural 409835 design to complete design and build packages. Singapore

Tel: +65 67471222 Fax: +65 65474477 www.icfint.com

International Corporate Art has more than 25 years of ICArt has access to an extensive list of contacts within international experience in art consultancy and provides the art industry. its services to companies across the hospitality, corporate The company has supplied art programmes to more and cruises industries. than 130 luxury boutique vessels and large passenger ICArt has the resources and expertise to provide ships. Recently completed projects include Hapag-Lloyd International Corporate Art comprehensive turnkey art project management, Cruises’ Europa 2, while ongoing projects include TUI Drammensveien 130 from idea and concept planning to complete project Cruises’ Mein Schiff 3 and Mein Schiff 4 and Royal Oslo installation. Its team consists of art historians, curators, Caribbean Cruise Line’s Quantum-class ships as well as 0212 designers, interior designers, decorators and craftsmen. work on Fjord Line, Silversea Cruises, Viking Coastal Norway The company also offers marketing and financial Cruises and Viking River Cruises vessels. proficiency services. Tel: +47 22 92 50 60 With offices in London, Oslo and Miami, as well as www.icart.net representation in Munich, Tallinn and Turku, Finland,

Mivan is a turnkey refit specialist working with many of Mivan launched its Super Yacht Interiors brand at the global cruise ship brands. Its design development team Cruise Shipping Miami 2013 and is currently discussing works closely with staff at its 11,000 sqm manufacturing projects with a number of yards and yacht designers. facility to transform initial design concepts into reality. Mivan Newpark The new Southampton office in the UK focuses on Greystone Road the cruise, ferry and yacht refurbishment markets and Antrim is currently delivering an interiors maintenance service County Antrim onboard five Carnival UK ships. BT41 2QN, UK The company has recently secured over £8 million in outfitting contracts with Crystal Cruises and Carnival Tel: +44 2894 481000 Australia. Princess Cruises also contracted Mivan to Fax: +44 2894 466338 design and install a new spa, sushi bar and international www.mivan.com café onboard Sun Princess in Singapore in August 2013.

Precetti is a US company located in Miami, Florida and Precetti offers a reliable customer service, delivering uses advanced technologies to build and refit cabins quality projects on time and on budget. and suites, wet spaces, public areas, indoor and outdoor Precetti Inc restaurants onboard cruises ships and ferries. It also outfits 3401 North Miami Avenue galleys, storerooms and self-service bars. Miami, Florida Offering a complete turnkey design and outfitting 33127, United States service, Precetti manufactures and prefabricates a range of products and systems at its factory, before installing Tel: + 1 954 938 0000 them on vessels. The systems can be delivered in Fax: + 1 954 938 0009 modular form or assembled onboard the ship. Paolo Passalacqua All of the company’s A- and B-class products are [email protected] manufactured to specific client requirements and comply www.precetti.com with the latest international safety and hygiene standards.

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Based in Italy, marine services company Precetti SRL has In addition, Precetti SRL offers project management, been designing, manufacturing and installing interiors logistics and turnkey services for structural construction and marine catering systems for 60 years. and the installation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, The company supplies a range of stainless steel lighting and safety systems. Precetti SRL products, custom-made furniture, decorative materials Via Cal Longa 22, Vazzola (TV) and stainless bulkheads and deckheads for catering areas. 31028 It manufactures panels and doors for provision stores, Italy

Suppliers A-Z Suppliers modular cabins and wet units and B15 walls and ceilings. Products can be prefabricated in the company’s Tel: + 39 0438 444907 factory before installation and comply with the latest Fax: + 39 0438 444915 United States Public Health Service requirements. Gabriele Scroglieri They have also been awarded the ISO 9001 quality [email protected] assurance standard. www.precetti.com

SHIPSU offers a centralised sales and marketing platform devices such as tablets and smart phones and also for buyers and suppliers working with shipyards, ship satellite connections. operators and cruise lines. The web-based service is The site is protected by secure socket layer encryption operated by a network of professionals and connects and each company is verified, making SHIPSU a safe, SHIPSU manufacturers, service providers and shipbuilding reliable and trustworthy place to market and trade. Turku specialists to a single network. The SHIPSU provider profile is intended for companies Finland Businesses can use the portal to source and sell selling products and services for shipbuilding, ship products and services for shipbuilding and renovation renovations and repair. This service offers the chance Tel: +358 207 871 010 projects, helping to lower marketing costs and improve for the company to make a supplier’s marine industry Mikko Varjanne core operation processes. SHIPSU’s service also enables products or services more available for end clients. [email protected] companies to showcase their products, as well as receive The SHIPSU buyer profile allows consumers to access www.shipsu.com and respond to direct enquiries. products and services offered by verified providers. The web-based service can be accessed with mobile Profiles can be set up for free.

Sinclaire is a leading supplier of high quality furnishing have been installed on many of the world’s cruise ships, fabrics, designed for the international cruise, hospitality as well as in hospitality and leisure venues. and leisure markets. Sinclaire approaches all projects with an abiding Sinclaire The company has a global network of offices, agents philosophy: passion for design, passion for quality and Shaw Cross House and distributors and works with a range of respected passion for service. Shaw Cross Business Park design studios and weavers to deliver fine fabrics and an Dewsbury exemplary customer service. West Yorkshire WF12 7RF Sinclaire’s collections are developed to offer sophisticated UK elegance and versatility, while its portfolio comprises luxury upholstery, woven curtains, voiles, high-end prints, figured Tel: +44 1924 468197 velvets, chenilles, jacquards and taffetas. Fax: +44 1924 459214 The products comply with the most stringent www.sinclaire.co.uk international fire, safety and durability standards and

Skopos Design specialises in the design and manufacture and IMO fire safety standards. The fabrics are developed of flame-retardant fabrics for the contract market. With with consideration for the environment and the company over 30 years of experience, Skopos has helped develop has been awarded the Carbon Trust Standard. Skopos Design the signature styles of many of the world’s leading hotel Providence Mills groups and luxury cruise liners, delivering exceptional Earlsheaton, Dewsbury service and unique products. Wakefield The company launches new collections each year to West Yorkshire provide drapery, upholstery and bedding solutions for the WF12 8HT changing needs of demanding cruise ship environments. UK Its in-house design team works to adapt designs and colourways for each individual client and project. Tel: +44 1924 436666 Fax: +44 1924 454575 Skopos fabrics are thoroughly tested to ensure their www.skoposdesignltd.com compliance with international flame retardancy regulations

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Established in 1994, SMC Design works closely with a host of international clients on projects varying from clients worldwide, creating signature interiors, artwork large scale newbuilds to single bespoke rooms. SMC installations and signage packages for both land- and develops and visualises interior concepts, produces plans SMC Design marine-based projects. Its skilled, integrated teams and detailed construction drawing packages, creates Unit 10 Blue Lion Place are committed to delivering creative insight and signage systems, and sources furniture and artwork that 237 Long Lane benchmark design solutions. Whatever the challenge, will take a client’s vision from concept to reality. London SE1 4PU the firm brings enthusiasm and experience, creative flair UK grounded in commercial realism and pragmatic thinking supported by long-term brand awareness. It prides Tel: +44 20 7378 1468 itself on making the interior design process enjoyable, Fax: +44 20 7407 5253 effortless and rewarding for clients. [email protected] Located in London, SMC’s office sits in the shadow www.smc-design.com of The Shard, making it well-positioned to work with

The Silk Forest has designed, manufactured and installed The Silk Forest’s clients include Pullmantur Cruises, a range of artificial plants, trees and flower displays in Croisières de France, P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, public and accommodation areas across the marine Saga Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard Cruise Line, The Silk Forest industry since 1992. Voyages of Discovery and Hebridean Island Cruises. Main Street Bagworth As one of only a few companies with its own IMO Leicestershire FTP01 standard testing facility, the company is able LE67 1DN, UK to ensure all products meet IMO requirements and other international fire and safety standards, prior to Judi Robinson installation. Tel: +44 1530 231241 It also manufactures a range of ruggedised exterior Fax: +44 1530 231240 grade displays, which can be used on the ship’s outer [email protected] decks due to their UV-resistant properties and ability to www.thesilkforest.com withstand salt spray and inclement weather conditions.

Tillberg Design of Sweden was founded in 1964 in Viken, The company regards each assignment as important Sweden and has designed interiors for approximately and sees no project as too small or too extensive. Tillberg 150 vessels. Recent additions to the company’s portfolio Design of Sweden also offers a range of other services Tillberg Design of Sweden include Cunard Cruise Line’s Queen Mary 2, Norwegian including general arrangement planning, project Småbåtshamnen 24 Breakaway and Getaway, Disney Magic and Fantasy, management, cost negotiations, onsite follow-up and Höganäs Costa neoRomantica, TUI Cruises’ Blu Motion and graphic design consultancy. S-263 39 Azamara Quest and Journey. Sweden Tillberg Design of Sweden consists of 20 highly Tel: +46 706 430068 trained and skilled architects and designers, as well Fax: +46 42 238090 as a network of external consultants. The firm has www.tillbergdesign.com an advanced IT system, extensive in-house printing facilities and a large, unique concept atelier with well- tested materials from trusted global suppliers.

Trimline has more than 48 years of experience in the cruise, ferry and superyachts sectors and understands ship interior refitting and maintenance. As one of the the complex timescales, logistics, international UK’s most established refit companies, it offers its requirements and restrictions associated with vessel global network of clients a ‘different approach’ to the refurbishments. Trimline management, production and delivery of the interior Recent projects include work on the grand staircase Trimline House refurbishment process. extension on Cunard Cruise Line’s Queen Mary 2, the Paget Street The company’s specialist, in-house design team construction of a new Club Lounge on Pullmantur’s Southampton works with clients to create bespoke design solutions Monarch of the Seas and a total interior fit-out of the Hampshire and concepts, which are then produced by its skilled racing superyacht Cassiopeia. SO14 5GN, UK furnishers, joiners and contract managers. Tel: +44 23 8033 4242 Trimline is involved in a range of international Fax: +44 23 8033 4235 projects, offering expert knowledge and a complete www.trimline.co.uk design, support and management service. It works across

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