116
Brintons
Artlink
CRYSTAL SYMPHONY
SEABOURN ENCORE
Brintons has supplied carpets to Crystal Symphony as part of its multimillion-pound redesign, collaborating with London-based firm AD Associates to produce bespoke Axminster designs for two main public areas. Installing approximately 15,000m2 of carpet into the main dining room and the Starlite Club, the British manufacturer used high-contrast colour schemes to create chic décor and a sophisticated ambiance, as well as promoting sociability. Waterside restaurant features a circular motif has been woven into the designs to create a dramatic backdrop for the new contemporary theme; while at Starlite Club, concentric circles have been employed alongside bold geometric designs to update the space and harmonise with the existing interior architecture. Refurbished to incorporate new dining concepts and open seating, Crystal Symphony provides passengers with more space and comfort than ever before, while a key focus has also been placed on highlighting panoramic sea views. Brintons has extensive experience in supplying carpet to the global cruise sector, and has worked on the likes of Cunard’s Queen Mary 2. As the largest supplier of woven Axminster carpets in the world, the company is also able to push the boundaries when working on new spaces, combining its knowledge and expertise in carpet manufacturing with the vision of designers and operators alike. www.brintons.net
Artlink’s art programme aboard Seabourn Encore orbits the theme of ‘a journey of cultural exploration’, and features handmade traditional crafts, photography, custom-made sculptures and video art installations. Selected by Tal Danai of ArtLink in collaboration with New York-based hospitality designer Adam Tihany, the series is displayed throughout the new vessel and comprises 150 works by 50 artists from across the globe including China, London, USA, Brazil and France. “While design gives a space identity, art gives it personality,” notes Tihany. “The art collection on Seabourn Encore is a holistic and intrinsic component of the ship’s design. Where each space flows effortlessly into the next, the selected art creates a sense of personality within each appointed area of the ship. Art is an important element of the design experience, especially in places where guests stay for an extended period of time. Sophisticated travellers expect to engage with their surroundings in an intellectual and meaningful way.” Richard Meadows, President of Seabourn Cruises, adds: “Our guests expect the best from Seabourn, and that includes the ship design and artwork. We’ve worked with Adam and the ArtLink team to bring sophisticated, fresh pieces that will give anyone who travels on Seabourn Encore a reason to wander the ship and appreciate these impressive creations.” www.artlink.com