What's The Thinking Behide CCL's Gaudy Interiors

[jtwanabe]

Somebody's got to ask. There has to be some kind of reasoning behind it.

To create a party atmosphere perhaps?

 

 

JT :rolleyes:

Edited March 2, 2014 by jtwanabe

[BallFour4]

35 plus years of success, and driving industry costs down so cruises are less expensive than when the first ship sailed.

 

Not bad for brass rails and neon.

 

 

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[jtwanabe]

Brass rails and neon did all that?

[going2cruz]

I love Joe Farcus ships....I miss it on the new ships.....

[antiquitys]

Somebody's got to ask. There has to be some kind of reasoning behind it.

To create a party atmosphere perhaps?

 

 

JT :rolleyes:

 

Until recent years Carnival ships were designed by Joe Farcus. I have no idea why he favored such garish decorations. I believe the newest Carnival ships have more subdued decorations.

[mbet]

It's fun!

[momof2cruiser]

It's like being at a CARNIVAL! :)

[jonbgd]

In designing a ship, Farcus begins with a central concept, then relates the details of the public rooms to that core concept. For the Carnival Triumph, the concept was special cities of the world. The Carnival Paradise salutes famous ships of the past, and the Fascination features Hollywood. Reflecting Farcus' interest in the humanities, the Elation revolves around creators and their creations, the Inspiration honors the Arts and the Imagination takes its theme from imaginary places.

 

 

Over the years and ships, Farcus' work has taken different directions. In reply to how he views this changes, Farcus replied, "I characterize the direction as sophistication--a reflection on the sophistication of the market. My design work has matured as I have matured and as my experience has broadened. Most people characterize it as ‘toned down,' which I accept. However my professional goal has always been to improve the next project. This is my motivation: to get better. This is also the trend of my work which I believe will continue. I will only know what the results of this philosophy are when it happens."

 

the new design team is from Germany and started by Designing for AIDA cruiselines

[SMSACE6]

What is gaudy to one person, is just colorful to another.

 

I find that the Carnival ships I have been on have been colorful, and interesting.

 

Ive seen photos of the newer ships, and find them a little dull for my liking. Decor would never stop me from choosing a ship. I go by price/itin/and departure port. The newer toned down decor reminds me of shopping malls. On the inside they all look the same, same shops, same decor, same restaurants, and you would hardly know what part of the country or what town you are in till you step outside. Same with the new decor, looks like all the rest.

 

I will miss the Joe Farcus touch on Carnival in the future.

[HawkIVette]

Oh, I don't know, I kinda like it.

[crusinpsychRN]

Have to wonder if Joe's family has the corner on the orange naugahyde market!

[Flatlander204]

I don't see anything wrong with them. If you don't like the colors or design close your eyes..

Like another poster said what is gaudy to one person is not to another..

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I like the wow factor of the Farcus ships designs but I also like the semi tropical subdued look of the Dream Class.. can't wait to see what is in store for the Vista Class

[Mysticks1]

I would say that it was to create a party type atmosphere. They are the "fun" ships and were trying to attract a younger, more active crowd when most of them were built. To me they are a lot like Las Vegas with all the neon and theming. Now, it seems that they are going towards families with adding the 2.0 upgrades. The newer ships don't have the same type décor.

[Velvetwater]

Joe Farcus took acid...

[spazilla1]

Well the name of the line IS Carnival - and as anybody who has ever been to "carnivale" knows it is all about the flashy colors and music. Carnivale also usually has a theme so it ties together. Not unlike the colors and images Mr Farcus used. I like the newer ships, but was really surprised when I first sailed on the Ecstasy that it was not as garish as I had expected. It is "neon" yes, but it is also "fun" and that is the idea behind the line. I don't dislike it - and I am over 55 so if an oldie like me can say it is okay, I am sure the youngsters think it is neat. This is not to say that others may not like it - as the saying goes - it is all in the eye of the beholder. Besides - lets not forget that what it looks like is not as important as where it goes and how well it gets there. :)

[irishnyc]

I've thought of it as having the same philosophy as Las Vegas decor: use of garish design to subtly redirect your customers to where you want them to spend money. Ever notice the carpets in casinos are hideous? They're meant to refocus the customer's attention and look up the bright, flashing lights of people winning on the machines, or scoring big at the tables - if you look down you're missing the action. Same on cruise ships. Hideous zebra-stripe donuts on the Splendor? Get outside to the bar and buy those drinks! Oceanview Promenade too dark? Move along to one of the lounges!

[Sparky2]

What is gaudy to one person, is just colorful to another.

 

I find that the Carnival ships I have been on have been colorful, and interesting.

 

Ive seen photos of the newer ships, and find them a little dull for my liking. Decor would never stop me from choosing a ship. I go by price/itin/and departure port. The newer toned down decor reminds me of shopping malls. On the inside they all look the same, same shops, same decor, same restaurants, and you would hardly know what part of the country or what town you are in till you step outside. Same with the new decor, looks like all the rest.

 

I will miss the Joe Farcus touch on Carnival in the future.

 

I agree with you. I may have thought the ship was gaudy when I sailed on my first Carnival ship - Victory - but I'm now used to it and rather like it.

[Haoie]

Keep in mind all the new Vegas casinos in recent years have toned it down when it comes to garish themes too. Guess contemporary classic is in.

[Aplmac]

It's like being at a CARNIVAL! :)

It's like being at a mini-Vegas

but I hear the more modern ships (and those emerging from dry dock)

are of a more muted nature.

 

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[CruiserNic]

I haven't actually been ON a Carnival ship yet, so maybe I shouldn't comment. But I'm going to anyway. ;) When I first started looking at Carnival, I knew if we chose this line it would be on Valor due to the itinerary. While it is completely different from Royal, I didn't hate the pics I was seeing. I am actually fascinated by the American flag floor and can't wait to see it. It is the staterooms, however, that have me a little......I don't even know the word. What is with all the shades of orangey-pinky-whatever that is going on in there? And the lights above the balcony door? Obviously, it didn't keep me from choosing Carnival, but I will miss Royal's staterooms.

[mzloolue]

It's like being at a mini-Vegas

but I hear the more modern ships (and those emerging from dry dock)

are of a more muted nature.

 

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Which is interesting because bright colors in decorating are in fashion right now.

Right when they come back in style Carnival changes to more sedate colors.

 

A lot of the patterns are kind of classic.

Look at some old decorating books and it becomes obvious.

 

I find some of the older ships garish, while others are pretty.

 

Sensation is a bit bright, but Elation is pretty and Triumph (if you disregard the mermaids) is quite handsome.

And the color of the year for 2014 is orchid, so Sensation is ahead of the curve this year.:)

[seasidehuny]

It's like being at a CARNIVAL! :)

 

Or Vegas...my favorite casinos are the Rio and the Orleans. Bring on the Carnival! :D

[1959kar]

I love Joe Farcus ships....I miss it on the new ships.....

 

You've not the only 1, I love them too

[Boozebabe]

I have always believed that Farcus shirked his duties and instead went to the closest elementary school and let the third graders come up with ideas to design his ships.

 

Absolutely the most hideous architecture I have ever seen. Before cruising on Carnival I had cruised on some of the most beautiful ships ever. Those being seven Royal Caribbean ships with Radiance of the Seas and Seranade of the Seas being the most beautiful. Thank God Carnival hired a new designer. Now if they could do something about those rows upon rows of fake urns and gaudy lighting.

[mrsd912]

What is gaudy to one person, is just colorful to another.

 

I find that the Carnival ships I have been on have been colorful, and interesting.

 

Ive seen photos of the newer ships, and find them a little dull for my liking. Decor would never stop me from choosing a ship. I go by price/itin/and departure port. The newer toned down decor reminds me of shopping malls. On the inside they all look the same, same shops, same decor, same restaurants, and you would hardly know what part of the country or what town you are in till you step outside. Same with the new decor, looks like all the rest.

 

I will miss the Joe Farcus touch on Carnival in the future.

 

Exactly!