“In the past two years, we have invested well over $50 million in our ships,” said Crystal President Gregg Michel. “Our guests can look forward to dazzling new spaces, which will serve as a stunning backdrop to the incomparable service and choices that always characterizes a Crystal vacation.”

Interior designer Keith Rushbrook, principal at the Toronto-based II BY IV Design Associates, summarizes the vision: “We wanted modern classic elegance. We wanted Fifth Avenue -- crème de la crème New York-inspired living and retail spaces that people love and look forward to spending time in.”

All of Crystal Serenity’s Deluxe Outside Staterooms, Penthouses and Penthouse Suites will get new floor-to-ceiling tufted headboards, bedside cabinets, wallpaper, sofas, curtains, pillows and custom carpets in contemporary lines. Textures include classic stone, silk, velvet, leather and linen. Accommodations will get modern lighting features and an electronic do-not-disturb and doorbell system.

Serenity’s retail shops will also undergo a renovation. The Facets fine jewelry store will mirror a jewelry box, with a mother-of-pearl feature wall, beveled chrome vitrines, and a new private sales area. The Apropos boutique will become three shops in one, with a flagship Christian Dior cosmetic/skincare area showcased among Zebrano wood and herringbone rosewood, black-plum-magenta carpeting and tufted leather seating.

Inspired by Crystal Symphony’s recent transformation, the Seahorse Pool teak deck will be refashioned with circular pod beds, plush sofa groups, and lounge chairs in lime green, azure and mango.

The corridors throughout the ship will be transformed with custom carpeting, artwork and mood lighting. Dramatic new lighting also will be installed in the Crystal Dining Room, as will new furniture on all stateroom verandahs.