In his search for something that would look and feel entirely different, designer Johannes Torpe drew inspiration for NASA from the space epic. His task was to create three clubs in the same building, each with its own distinctive style. To realise his idea, he had nearly every component in NASA's interior custom built. Other materials include acrylic, fibreglass and Teflon. Among the few standard elements used are modified Tom Dixon Jacklight fixtures, which are mounted on the ceiling.
Additional illumination is provided by recessed light panels in the walls.
Having since sold his shares in the operation, Johannes Thorpe currently directs his energies into his own company, Turbo 2000 K nstkontrolle , which specialises in interior design, art direction and graphic design. Meanwhile NASA continues its high-speed journey through the realms of outer space, while its crew of big spenders sunbathes in the whiteout. Despite its bare concrete floor, industrial surroundings and worn discount furniture, Basecamp has made a remarkably rapid rise to success. The restaurant's popularity rests, at least in part, on its capability to accept reservations for 100 diners with only a couple of hours' notice. With accommodation for 900 diners, the restaurant, bar and dance club known as Basecamp is the largest of its sort in Copenhagen.