PLACES AND SPACES: Elevator Lobby

This elevator lobby caught my eye as I was wandering around the decks of the HAL Noordam cruise ship. There was an interesting dichotomy at work in this space that was somewhat unsettling. The space seemed warm and inviting, yet almost garish. There is the juxtaposition of contemporary warm, light wood paneling and soft lighting, set against the aristocratic 18th century French Rococo-like leather upholstered sofa settee. Overall, this space is consistent with other public spaces on the ship, and is a good fit for the ship's traditional feel.
Elevator Lobby

This elevator lobby caught my eye as I was wandering around the decks of the HAL Noordam cruise ship. There was an interesting dichotomy at work in this space that was somewhat unsettling. The space seemed warm and inviting, yet almost garish. There is the juxtaposition of contemporary warm, light wood paneling and soft lighting, set against the aristocratic 18th century French Rococo-like leather upholstered sofa settee. Overall, this space is consistent with other public spaces on the ship, and is a good fit for the ship's traditional feel.