“This design creates a dramatic threestorey space that is fully connected to the sea, while also improving guest flow through to the other side of the space,” explains Kummala. “This allows some guests to engage in the activities taking place inside the atrium, while at the same time allowing others to pass through seamlessly at their own pace.” Creating these spaces isn’t a process that happens in isolation. Delivering an interior that meets every one of these standards depends on coordinating designers, architects, operators, engineers and shipyards from concept through to construction. As the shipowner’s design lead, Kummala oversees that process end to end, to keep the finished space true to both the original vision and the practical realities of operating a ship. “Building a cruise ship is one of the most collaborative design endeavours I can think of,” he says. “It brings together designers, operators, engineers and shipbuilders, all working towards a common goal: creating an exceptional ship and delivering memorable experiences for our guests.” Photo: Carnival Cruise Line A concept sketch of Carnival Celebration’s atrium by Petu Kummala (right) and the completed space photographed from the same position 137
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