Sustainability is an integral part in the design process, in the engineering work, as well as the entire building process at shipyards around the world. At TDoS we work with a sustainable approach when we among different parameters assess sensor controlled lights and ventilation, natural lighting, energy glazing and external shades, climate shell, high efficiency appliances as well as solar power. Along with smart tech we explore the latest innovative renewable and recycled materials for interiors, and also how they cope with functional and aesthetic requirements, all in order to enhance the passenger experience. A green approach in the cruising industry will build trust with environmentally conscious cruise customers, and bring along a bespoke luxury catering for tailored experiences with a respect for our eco-systems.
In order to show what is possible by using green technology in order to fulfill the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, TDoS has created AEGIR 2.0, a concept study for a yacht with an extremely low environmental footprint. The wind-powered trimaran combines excellent hydronics with a hybrid wind-electric propulsion system that re-charges all batteries when under sail. Infinity pool at the aft, Jacuzzi in the fore, seamless indoor-to-outdoor transitions, the Aegir combines bespoke Scandinavian luxury with a truly sustainable approach. A real project is Hurtigruten’s three eco-friendly new ships. MS FRIDTJOF NANSEN, built in 2020, cuts CO2 emissions by some 20 percent thanks to improved hull structure and a world-first hybrid electric-powered cruise ship technology. Other than using LNG and LBG to run the engines, single-use-plastics is banned and food is mainly sourced locally.
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In every project we structure our creative ideas through an integrated methodology that pinpoints all the steps, from initial idea to crafted manufacturing. This helps us develop the best design solutions in close collaboration with our clients and their strategic intent. The methodology is divided into three main phases: Envision, Shape and Realize. Click on the icons to learn about each phase.
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Tillberg Design of Sweden was founded in 1964 by Robert Tillberg around the time he was appointed coordinating interior architect for KUNGSHOLM, the Swedish American Line’s first true transatlantic ocean liner and cruise ship. The largest passenger vessel in Scandinavia by the time offered a light-colored interior in golden brown and blue hues, plenty of artworks, finely carved woodwork, all in all a luxury and at the same time easy-going Scandinavian style. Tillberg learned early on that the interior design of a ship was more than just carpets, furniture, and glassware, it amounted to the creating of entire dreamscapes where bespoke designs catered to every detail big or small. No wonder TDoS came up with the radical idea on how to expand and amplify the interiors with an atrium on SEA VENTURE for Flagship Cruises (1971), as well as with invisible ventilation on HOMERIC (1986). With shipping companies from all over the globe, TDoS has produced hundreds of interiors through the years. Firmly rooted in its Scandinavian design heritage, TDoS has nevertheless accommodated different lifestyles like a British refined character for ORIANA (1995), full-throttle Far East-abundance aboard the luxurious Japanese SUPERSTAR LEO (1998) and SUPERSTAR VIRGO (1999), and many many other designs.
The changing demands of new generations are well taken care of at TDoS of today, all in the spirit of Robert Tillberg’s focus on the passenger experience. ‘We are talking theme-travels for young millennials and Generation Z,’ says Iina Forsblom, TDoS cruise design director. ‘They want diving, exploring the Artic, along with yoga and wellness. We are talking small submarines, helicopters, and long boating up the Amazon river, all in order to see the wonders of the world, and of course, with a sustainable approach.’ Regardless if its big cruise ships or yachts of various sizes, there is a growing demand for ever more original ideas. ‘The interiors we are making today are similar to the Swedish Grace style that Robert created in the ‘60s,’ explains Fredrik Johansson, TDoS partner. ‘It’s bespoke design once again although we nowadays are working in CAD and VR instead of drawing by hand.’
