Working with us is a true creative partnership. Our clients understand what their spaces need to feel like, and to uncover that, we take the time to truly understand every nuance.

Our Approach

Each project begins with how the space should feel, shaped by the client’s vision, the energy they want to create, and the moments they hope to inspire.


Design for the human experience.

Every element we design begins with empathy. We think about how a guest will enter a space, what they’ll notice first, and what small comforts will shape their experience. From the soft glow of morning light to the natural rhythm of a room’s layout, even down to the velvet lining of a drawer, our work reflects a deep care for how people feel—physically and emotionally—within a space.

No two stories are the same, and neither are the spaces that hold them. Each design takes shape through the details: the function it must serve, the room it has to breathe, the people behind it, and the ideas that inspire it. We immerse ourselves in those particulars to build layered, unforgettable environments where meaning lives in every corner.

At the heart of our design philosophy is the belief that true luxury is multisensory, a delicate dance between what you see, feel, and intuitively move through. Every element has been considered: the way a corridor curves, the softness of a chair beneath your hand, the gentle glow of ambient lighting that shifts with the time of day.

Our design choices are not simply aesthetic; they are emotional. We design with the spirit in mind, to uplift, to calm, to spark curiosity, and to create moments of stillness or awe. Our spaces are meant to be lived in and deeply felt.

Empathy, embedded


We bring together beauty and utility to create spaces that resonate on a human level.

When design feels personal, the connection becomes unforgettable.

As true partners, we stay connected, supporting our clients beyond the final reveal.


Because good food always tastes better in a well-designed place.

A place to sleep, perchance to dream.

Places to unwind, connect with friends and maybe meet someone new.

The spaces in between the spaces, where life's rich pageant unfolds and the beauty of design reveals itself.

These spaces take you to your happy place, where every detail is intentional and considered.

We shape spaces around emotions, because that's what makes a story come alive.

Words from our clients


“We attract the most discerning guests at sea, and DADO has always delivered designs that set new standards in luxury and ultra luxury cruising. However, it is the true partnership they bring to every project that truly sets them apart, and I am so thankful they are part of our extended family.”
Jason Montague Chief Luxury Officer
"We enjoy working with Studio DADO, whose team now feels like a natural extension of our own. They bring an effortless sense of style, an incredible eye for layering luxurious details, and a collaborative spirit that makes the entire process seamless and enjoyable. The spaces they have created on our ships are not only timeless, but truly reflective of our shared vision of absolute luxury."
Janice Davidson Vice President, Brand Strategy & Creative

Partners In Creation

3 step process


01

Research

Our best ideas start with knowing our clients. And our clients' clients. The deeper the connection, the more distinctive the design.


02

Storyline

We begin by scripting a narrative or storyline that informs every decision. The result is design that feels rooted, intentional, and alive.


03

Creation

The story unfolds with through a series of memorable experiences. From big, bold gestures to the smallest of details, every element builds the foundation for an emotional connection with the guest.

TELL US YOUR STORY, and we’ll tell it back through space. At Studio DADO, the aesthetic is emotional.


Each project begins with how the space should feel, shaped by the client’s vision, the energy they want to create, and the moments they hope to inspire. These elements combine to form something original and unforgettable. We dive into every nuance to craft stories guests can feel, long after they’ve left the space.