Cruise & Ferry Interiors 2020

6 4 The triple-layer catamaran net on Scarlet Lady’s top deck recreates the boutique yachting experience for sailors and parties after nightfall. Other key entertainment spaces include a casino; The Social Club with arcade games and classic pub favourites like foosball, air hockey and shuffleboard; and The Red Room, which is billed as the first multi-form theatre at sea and hosts both immersive performances and late-night dance parties. However, there are options for those wanting a break from the partying – the ship also boasts nine wellness spaces. Fitness fanatics can join yoga sessions on The Perch sundeck, enjoy workouts and classes at the B-Complex gym and studios, run along the elevated jogging track on the top deck, take a dip in the Aquatic Club or well-being pools, or visit The Athletic Club outdoor training zone to try out the boxing ring, oversized playground equipment, and strength and gymnastics apparatus inspired by the sports clubs of 1920s New York. Meanwhile, sailors in search of more restful activities can head to the Dry Dock hair salon and beauty parlour, the Stubble & Groom barber shop, The Tune Up medi-spa venue, or the Redemption spa. Reminiscent of an underwater cave, the spa was designed by HKS and has an expansive thermal suite with a hydrotherapy pool, mud room, salt room, cold plunge pools, quartz beds and private treatment rooms. “Modern life is hectic and people are always rushing about or answering phone calls and emails, so they have very little time to fully relax and rejuvenate,” said Cooper. “There’s nothing like taking a giant breath of fresh sea air to make you feel re-energised and reinvigorated, so we’ve created plenty of opportunities for sailors to get a good dose of ‘Vitamin Sea’ while they’re onboard Scarlet Lady. We’ve intertwined a mixture of fitness and relaxation spaces to ensure we can cater for every type of sailor – from those who want to do intense workouts, to those who want to treat themselves to spa days and those who want to enjoy a bit of both.” Reminders for sailors to connect to the sea are integrated throughout Scarlet Lady. “We’ve riffed off the nautical vernacular and incorporated materials such as brass, steel, copper, wood and rope to evoke the feeling of a bespoke yacht,” said Cooper. “However, we’ve combined these traditional ‘shippy’ elements with contemporary materials and clean, simple architectural lines to deliver an authentic nod to nostalgia rather than creating overly stylised spaces that would feel false to sailors. To further immerse sailors in the adventure of being on holiday at sea, we’ve also integrated ocean-inspired artwork, expansive porthole-style windows and beautiful dichroic elements to reflect the ever-changing colours of the ocean. We’ve even brought the time-honoured maritime tattooing tradition to the cruise industry for the first time at the Squid Ink tattoo parlour.” Many of Cooper’s favourite spaces onboard the vessel are those that incorporate the sea, such as outdoor lounge The Dock on deck seven. “Sailors will be able to feel the Caribbean sun on their faces, the sea breeze in their hair and the salt on their skin while they’re lounging in The Dock, which will help them top up their Vitamin Sea and remind them exactly why they chose a cruise holiday,” she said. “Another awesome feature is the triple-layer net in The Athletic Club on deck 16, which partially hangs over the sea. Just as on a catamaran, guests will be able to enjoy the thrill of gazing at the water down below. Exciting elements like this have enabled our Creative Collective to set the scene for sailors to have an amazing time with friends and family, and we hope that they enjoy exploring the spaces just as much we’ve enjoyed creating them!” CFI INTERIOR V IEW