While researching observation areas I found it hard to find any plans within buildings. I expanded my research and decided to begin looking at cruise ships. The Concordia by Costa Cruises became my focus as it presented many decks with both Bow and Stearn observation decks, as well as the obligatory observation points along both sides of the ship.
The Francia deck is perhaps the best example of observation on a cruise ship. This deck contains the top level of the bridge (which acts as today’s crows nest), as well as a bloated Stearn which provides panoramic views to a restaurant and pool.
The Irlanda deck is two decks below the Francia. This deck is primarily taken up by suites and has fully open sides, Bow, and Stearn. The programming of this deck is quite simple with two long exterior walkways that lead visitors to their rooms, it also has two interior hallways that service the ship as well as house the ship’s crew.
The Belgio deck is one of the few decks placed inside the hull of the ship, however the Stearn of the deck has large panorama windows the provides views for one of the ships primary dinning halls.