Cruise & Ferry Review - Autumn/Winter 2022

1 6 5 that is undeniably French. The furniture, herringbone parquet floors and wall panelling all convey elegant, clean lines that contrast with the extravagance of three floor-to-ceiling chandeliers that dominate the space. And, as it does in every restaurant, DADO has created a layout that will allow everyone to have a good seat. There are booths near the windows with gilded dividers, offering ocean views and a more private dining experience. The banquette seating on the other side of the room uses a well-placed mirror so that those with their backs to the room can see the activity behind them and soak in the ambience. In Teppanyaki restaurant Hasuki, DADO drew inspiration from traditional Japanese pottery and textiles. Every seat has a view of a beautiful piece of artwork. Meanwhile, at sushi restaurant Nama, DADO was inspired by the rich, orange colour of masago. And at Cagney’s Steakhouse, it created a bold, midcentury space that captures the essence of American cuisine, all the way down to details inspired by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Rounding out the dining options is NCL’s second Onda by Scarpetta, a collaboration with the renowned Scarpetta restaurants in New York, Miami and London. The space’s striking arches and elegant materials pay homage to both the traditional and modern culinary experience of Italy. Prima is layered with a series of experience-rich spaces that would feel at home on land, but with the bonus of being on a ship that visits multiple exotic locales. One such space, the multi-storey Penrose atrium, was conceived by DADO as an “architectural and engineering marvel never before attempted on a cruise ship.” “It really is something we’re quite proud of,” says Zack Niphatkosalsilp, the DADO designer credited with making this 3D jigsaw puzzle work. The atrium, which blends stunning contemporary architecture with the principles of a great public space, is truly emblematic of this Prima experience. It leaves guests wanting more. CFR Marble accents, gold fixtures and a sinuously curved ceiling treatment create a minimalist, yet luxurious, interior in Onda by Scarpetta A mural by Mexican artist Jet Martinez features brightly coloured birds and flowers in Los Lobos Cagney’s bold, mid-century modern aesthetic captures the essence of the great American steakhouse, down to the Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired details

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