Cunard Showcases Queen Anne Cabin Design Inspiration

Cunard has unveiled details of Queen Anne’s cabins, and the design inspiration behind each category. The ship, which is due to set sail for the first time in 2024, strikesthe perfect balance between traditional and contemporary luxury, and will celebrate styles of both past and present.

World-renowned designers David Collins Studio, Richmond International and Sybille De Margerie have been involved in the project, which is based on the five pillars of heritage, craftsmanship, storytelling, style and innovation.

The design team spent time in Liverpool looking at the Cunard archives to familiarise themselves with details from past ships from the fleet. Iconic poster advertisements and brochure covers were among the items they explored to find details on  layout, materials, fabrics, patterns and textures.

Britannia cabins on Queen Anne will make up the majority of the accommodation on board. Here, guests can expect to see a celebration of the deep blue of the ocean, with flashes of gold that reflect the sunshine. The staterooms also feature mesmerizing three-dimensional paper cut deco frames, bespoke wall coverings and still life photography of historical Cunard objects.

Queen Anne’s Princess Grill suites display sumptuous Cunard red and gold tones and warm wooden furnishings. The ship’s premier category, the Queens Grill, has a bold art deco design and makes use of luxurious materials in deep shades of purple and wood.

The Grand and Master Suites are designed as luxurious residences with subtle shades of green, purple, taupe and grey, framed with wood and marble highlights. Every one of the top six suites has been named after an iconic waterway that was important to Cunard throughout their history including Mersey, Solent, Boston, Hudson, Halifax and Clyde.

Lewis Taylor, Design Director at David Collins Studio commented, “We had the unique opportunity to explore the fascinating trove of the Cunard archives which is housed within the University of Liverpool and provides a wealth of photographs, onboard pieces, details on, plus business documents and marketing collateral, including menus and other ephemera. This experience was at the core of the design inspiration for Queen Anne.”