Design in Crisis: The Ferry Disaster's Unsettling Echoes The capsizing of a ferry off northern Cyprus's coast, carrying more than 260 passengers, is a stark reminder of the intersection of design and disaster.
This tragedy highlights the complex web of design decisions that contributed to the catastrophe. The ferry was built for speed and efficiency, prioritizing passenger numbers over safety features.
This cost cutting approach is all too familiar in an industry where profits often trump people.