Cruise & Ferry Interiors 2020

6 0 for everyone to enjoy, so it’s essential that the ship keeps this wonderment alive for guests throughout every voyage,” comments Doulis. Scandinavian minimalist design influences are visible throughout the ship, encouraging a greater sense of inside space and a heightened awareness of the extraordinary outside views. Educating the mind and engaging the senses is a carefully planned takeaway, says Doulis. “One of our core goals is to encourage guest participation and so many of our interiors spaces are primed for social interaction,” he explains. “They include the restaurant’s open galley, the B&H Table in the main lounge, spaces for sipping chilled cocktails in the Ice Lounge and the fire pits on the lounge deck, which are perfect to sit around and share stories.” However, Doulis is most excited about The Den, a multifunctional space that features a bar, chef’s table, library and the Command Center. “Science teams will be invited to showcase their projects, as well as footage from underwater cameras or drones and much more – guests can even join scientists to analyse their discoveries,” he says. “It’s a multipurpose space that we’re all very proud of because it’s a great example of our collaborative design approach.” In addition, the ship can accommodate up to 126 guests in 69 spacious cabins and suites spread across four decks. Thirteen suites are named after renowned explorers and all have balconies. They are thoughtfully arranged and highly specified. “The ship provides market-leading guest space ratios, which is yet another demonstration of our commitment to guest comfort,” says Doulis. “Every interior space tells a story – whether it’s about the remarkable achievements of the explorers who have lent their names to the suites, the design inspiration for each public room, the first-ever permanent ship-based polar art installation curated by Zaria Forman, or the lectures that will be delivered in the Ice Lounge,” concludes Doulis. “Guests will be able to enjoy so many unique experiences and there will likely be countless incredible stories told by the passengers who will cruise on Endurance in future.” CFI INTERIOR V IEW EXCITING ONBOARD SPACES National Geographic Endurance boasts various public areas, including a lounge with bar, a gym, a yoga studio, infinity-style outdoor hot tubs, saunas with ocean views, a library, a photo workshop area, a restaurant, a Chef’s Table and an area with various boating and sports equipment. The ship also has two transparent igloos on the outside deck, each with a two-person bed to enable guests to comfortably view the polar landscapes. Design note: One of the luxury onboard spaces is the Scandinavian-style sauna which offers panoramic ocean views Photo: Oclin