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Journey Teams Up with Starlab for Next-Gen Space Station Design

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Starlab Space LLC has announced a strategic partnership with Journey, a multidimensional experience agency, to enhance the design and interior experience of the next-generation commercial space station. This innovative collaboration aims to redefine the environment where astronauts will live and work while orbiting Earth.

A Vision for Space Living

With an intent to support improved living and working conditions for astronauts, Journey is set to work alongside two significant partners—Hilton and Airbus. Together, they will focus on creating an environment that optimizes both the daily routines and the overall quality of life for astronauts. The aim is clear: to facilitate focus on their missions without distraction.

Tim Kopra, the CEO of Starlab, emphasizes the necessity of creating an intuitive and comfortable environment for astronauts. He shared, “Journey understands how to merge design and technology in a unique context. Their team's contributions will help make Starlab not just an operational platform but also an exceptional workspace and living environment.”

Enhancing Daily Life in Orbit

The partnership revolves around designing a space that significantly improves day-to-day life in orbit. Journey plans to incorporate narrative design, cutting-edge digital infrastructure, and spatial design principles in a way that achieves an ideal mix of functionality and comfort. Lionel Ohayon, Chief Creative Officer and Co-Founder of Journey, notes, “Our task is to create multidimensional experiences for the most interesting and ambitious projects in the world. We are excited about the opportunity to work with Starlab to help realize their transformative vision.”

The Road Ahead for Starlab

Starlab is projected to launch prior to the retirement of the International Space Station (ISS), promoting continuous human presence in low Earth orbit. The station offers research and business opportunities for a range of clients, including government agencies, academic institutions, and private sector companies across the globe.

About Starlab

Starlab Space LLC is a globally driven venture, encompassing partners like Voyager Technologies, Airbus, Mitsubishi Corporation, and Palantir Technologies, alongside strategic allies such as Hilton and Northrop Grumman. Starlab is in the process of developing a next-generation, AI-supported commercial space station that will ensure uninterrupted human presence in low Earth orbit during and after the ISS's phase-out.

About Journey

Journey is a global design and innovation agency focused on creating the future through multidimensional experiences that link people, brands, and culture. By implementing a multidimensional experience (MDX) approach, Journey aims to facilitate rich, narrative-based interactions across numerous platforms including immersive, physical, and digital environments. With decades of design experience, Journey brings a unique perspective to the future of human space exploration, aiming to create meaningful experiences and deliver substantial value to both audiences and partners.

For more information, visit Starlab and Journey.