In 2026, the line between science fiction and reality is blurring. With the advancement of SpaceX and Blue Origin projects, commissioned lobby designs for orbital hotels are no longer a joke. Design in low or zero gravity conditions requires a total overhaul of ergonomics. A reception in space is not just furniture; it's a safety and psychological anchor system. We examine how to build an entrance group where 'up' and 'down' are relative concepts.
Levitation Ergonomics: Anchors and Magnets
In microgravity, a traditional desk is useless. We design receptions with integrated electromagnetic anchors in the floor and working surfaces. Staff footwear and guest equipment are fixed softly yet reliably. Reception geometry in space becomes spherical or toroidal, allowing the administrator to interact with guests arriving from any vector. This is an entirely new type of 'volumetric' navigation.
Materials: Lightness and Radiation Protection
Materials Science Avant-Garde
Shipping cargo to orbit is expensive, so we use ultra-light carbon aerogels and transparent aluminum. High-density polyethylene layers are integrated into the desk construction to protect electronics from cosmic radiation. External finishes mimic Earth textures (stone, wood) via hyper-realistic 3D printing to reduce psychological stress for tourists away from home.
