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Cunard Reveals New Interiors of Queen Mary 2 with 'Cunard Deco'

  • Cunard unveiled design details for Queen Mary 2's interiors, set to be revealed when the ship returns to service in May 2027 following a significant refurbishment.
  • The design vision, named "Cunard Deco," blends Hollywood's golden age glamour with British style & Cunard's regal transatlantic heritage.
  • London-based studio AD Associates led the design process, drawing inspiration from Cunard's archive & the 1936 RMS Queen Mary to create a narrative connecting Britain & America.
  • The refurbishment will introduce new Grill Suites, an elevated wellness offering, & refreshed guest spaces while preserving the ship's Art Deco identity.
  • Bespoke illustrations by Tanu Vasu showcase reimagined spaces, including the duplex Q1 Queens Grill Suite, featuring custom carpets, wallcoverings, & artwork.
  • Design motifs include a scallop shell emblem for safe passage, with specific patterns like the Manhattan skyline in Princess Grill Suites & a peacock-fan design in the Grill Suites Lounge.
  • Embroidered headboards & bathroom panels reinterpret historical elements, such as Leslie MacDonald Gill's 1936 Atlantic map, with clock hands stopped at 4:33 pm to mark the original maiden voyage.
  • The project celebrates British craftsmanship, utilizing suppliers like Royal Warrant holder Ulster Carpets & restoring existing timbers, stone floors, & fittings to reduce waste.
  • All fabrics & finishes will meet strict marine standards while incorporating 20 years of luxury hotel design expertise.
  • Queen Mary 2 departed Southampton on November 10, 2026, for her 450th Transatlantic Crossing, accompanied by the "450 Club" commemorative program.
  • The ship is scheduled to enter dry dock at Damen Shiprepair Brest in France on March 31, 2027, before resuming service on May 9, 2027.
  • Paul Ludlow, President of Cunard, emphasized the goal of protecting the ship's unique position while making enhancements to elevate the luxury ocean travel experience.
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