The days of traditional practical space stations are over. American startup Vast is revolutionizing space travel with Haven-1, the world’s first commercial space station designed with luxury in mind. Scheduled to launch on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket sometime in August 2025, Haven-1 is expected to welcome its first guests as early as 2026.
A new era of space travel
Vast’s Haven-1 redefines space travel with a sleek design that resembles a luxury resort more than an orbital laboratory. The station’s interior features wood veneer accents, soft padded white walls, and amenities commonly found in luxury hotels. These include a state-of-the-art gym for zero-gravity workouts and private rooms equipped with advanced entertainment and communication technology to ensure guests stay connected to their loved ones on Earth.
Today, Vasto sets a new standard by announcing the final design of Haven-1, the world’s first commercial space station. Led by visionary designer Peter Russell Clarke and astronaut Andrew Foster, we are pushing the boundaries of life in space with human-first design… pic.twitter.com/ xDdMzNFnuF
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Fusion of luxury and functionality
Haven-1 can comfortably accommodate four astronauts, providing each astronaut with a cozy room with storage, vanity, and a queen-sized bed specially designed for optimal sleep. I will. This station also has the following features:
1.1m observation window dome: Take in breathtaking views of the Earth.
Patent-pending sleep system: Guarantees restful sleep even in zero gravity.
On-board fitness system: Helps maintain cardiovascular and bone health.
Warm and inviting interior: natural materials such as maple veneer.
Human-centered design approach
Hilary Coe, chief design and marketing officer at Vast, emphasizes the importance of human-first design. “We have big ambitions to create a future where everyone lives and thrives on Earth and in space. To do that, we change the way we approach design to suit all backgrounds and comfort levels. “There is a need,” she says.
Expertise from space veterans
Haven-1’s design was heavily influenced by veteran NASA astronaut Andrew Fostel, who spent more than 225 days in space. “I have flown three missions to space, and we are learning from those experiences and innovating to improve the way we live and work on the space station. From communications and connectivity to private “Every detail of our space, our passenger interactions, and the advancement of human progress on Earth and beyond is designed with the astronaut experience at the center of our work,” Feustel explained. Masu.
Launch timeline
Vast aims to launch Haven-1 on SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket in a targeted time frame starting in August 2025. The first paying customers are:
