They call the atrium Starlight and its design swirls into the heavens. Regent Seven Seas Cruises is taking inspiration from the past and looking to the future with the showy interiors of its newest ship Seven Seas Prestige.
In a dramatic fly-through reveal of the ship that’s due in 2026, Regent says that the design is inspired by classical and Renaissance architecture.
Both the Starlight Atrium and Galileo’s Bar were designed by Studio DADO, who were also the creative drive behind the cruise line’s highly successful Explorer-Class ships. With Seven Seas Prestige, the DADO team is building on Regent’s trademark of offering The Most Inclusive Luxury Experience.
Seven Seas Prestige is Regent’s first new ship class in 10 years, notes Jason Montague, Regent’s chief luxury officer. “Hosting only 822 guests on a ship that could fit hundreds more means we will offer heartfelt hospitality in unrivaled space at sea like never before.”
“The Starlight Atrium is where the grandeur of Renaissance architecture meets modern luxury, creating a space that feels both timeless and contemporary,” said Yohandel Ruiz, founding partner of Studio DADO. “Our goal was to get people to stop in their tracks, awe-struck by its sheer scale and magnificence.”
The two-story Starlight Atrium features twin spiral staircases, beginning on Deck 4, which combine on Deck 5 and gracefully lead up to Deck 11. On deck 5, alcoves with sculptural furniture and curated art offer breathtaking ocean views—the perfect place to watch the sun rise or slip beneath the horizon at the end of an enjoyable day.
A place for quietly enjoying a glass of Champagne as well as accommodating practical matters such as guest services, the Starlight Atrium connects multiple amenities across Decks 4 and 5, including Galileo’s Bar, the casino, Prestige Lounge, Meridian Lounge, Coffee Connection, concierge desk and reception.
Designed with a neutral palette of dusty rose, taupe, and cream, combined with embellished trims and fringed pillows, the alcoves harken back to old world detailing. The reception area features pleated leather panels and a light fixture crafted from handblown glass and ceramic pearls.
Twin spiral staircases combine to connect Deck 4 to Deck 11. From the bar, views of the spiral staircases extend back into the Starlight Atrium on both port and starboard sides. The walls, clad in a limestone texture, are adorned with sconces designed to resemble jewelry, adding a touch of glamor
From the lifts, looking back towards Galileo’s Bar, walls are framed with paneling and artwork, creating a traditional, yet modern aesthetic with lavish lighting, crafted from handblown glass and ceramic pearls. Galileo’s Bar is a nod to a feature of Regent’s admired Seven Seas Navigator, which will soon leave the fleet. The bar, whose ceiling is a canvas displaying a contemporary oil painting framed by fretted metal detailing, is strategically placed to serve both the Prestige Lounge and the adjacent casino.
The visuals also offer a peek into what’s in store for future reveals with the introduction of brand-new accommodation categories – including a reimagination of the palatial Regent Suite – plus new dining experiences, coming soon. Due to launch in the fall of 2026, Seven Seas Prestige is the first of two planned Prestige-class ships designed for globe-spanning itineraries.
Wallace Immen, The Cruisington Times
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