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Virtual balconies are created by feeding the live footage of the view from a balcony cabin to a high-definition LED screen on the wall of an inside cabin. The virtual balcony is a floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall, high-definition LED screen, which shows real-time video of the ocean from digital cameras mounted on the bridge, stern and sides,


relative to the interior cabin's position. It is


Figure 10: Design detail and location of cantilevered shower [14]


4.2 URBAN FLOW


surprisingly realistic, as shown in Figure 12. Next generation virtual balconies might simulate the feel and smell the ocean air, by using a small fan and sea salt fragrance spray.


4.5 INDOOR SKY DIVING


The iFly indoor skydiving (figure 13) is an innovative virtual skydiving experience, which immerses the user in the panoramic view from the rear of the upper deck in an exhilarating manner. Wind turbines suck up the air through the wind tunnel, giving a sensation that you are flying with true free fall conditions just like skydiving. [17]


Figure 11: Waterfront on Norwegian Breakaway [14]


The urban flow of bar and restaurants with outdoor seating along a quarter-mile oceanfront promenade of the Norwegian Breakaway is shown in Figure 11. This creates the design meaning of a coastal luxury resort.


4.3 GETAWAY VEHICLES


Even the most spacious cruise ship can feel constricting, so there is an opportunity for the innovation of more imaginative opportunities to explore beyond their perimeter. Lindblad Expeditions’ National Geographic Endeavour already entices adventurers with its ROV, a remote-operated vehicle that can descend


to over


300m.[15] Introducing miniature submarines, which can dive for longer and accommodate more people could be the next step for cruise lines. Larger ships, meanwhile, should follow the lead of


smaller vessels and add


helipads. A private jaunt to a deserted island could be a popular extra with guests willing to hire an on-board helicopter, a memorable and intimate escape that would be perfect for anyone planning a marriage proposal or special anniversary event.


4.4 VIRTUAL BALCONIES


Figure


13: View of iFly indoor skydiving on RC


Quantum of the Sea [17] 4.6


ARTIFICIAL NATURE


On the upper deck of cruise ships an artificial natural environment creates playgrounds and areas for quiet contemplation engaging in the principles of biophilia. As an example of this Celebrity Cruises’ Solstice-class ships feature half an acre of real grass growing on their decks, where passengers can partake in picnics and golf-putting. Some cruise ships even offer cabanas for rent, as well as hammocks and lounge chairs. Interestingly, as discussed in Section 3 Urban and interior, biophilic design focuses on restorative environments that enhance the innate urge of people to affiliate with nature.


4.7 INTERACTIVITY Figure 12: View of virtual balcony [16]


There is a technology push towards interactivity and full sensorial immersive experience. Where a continuous mood change and spectularization are obtained through ultra HD projections on glass walls and other surfaces, integrated with dancing acrobats suspended from the ceiling on the Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas.


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