The Crossfield-class U.S.S. Discovery NCC-1031 was a science vessel which was fitted with the top secret and still highly experimental spore drive, which allowed it to travel along the mycelial plane at speeds far exceeding those of warp drives. The starship was active throughout the Federation-Klingon War under the command of Captain Gabriel Lorca, and after a brief period under Acting Captain Saru, was commanded by Captain Christopher Pike during his investigation of the mysterious red bursts appearing throughout the galaxy. In 2258, the U.S.S. Discovery was reportedly destroyed with all hands lost, but the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise and any others present for its apparent destruction, sworn to secrecy, knew the starship had actually jumped to the 32nd Century.

U.S.S. Discovery NCC-1031 Bridge | Deck 1 (2256)

The bridge of the U.S.S. Discovery featured an open and efficient layout. At its center, the command chair with retractable screens offered a clear view of the bridge and the main viewscreen, flanked by two consoles on each side. Ahead, two more command consoles faced the room's front, supported by four peripheral consoles with transparent displays. The large viewscreen at the front provided extensive views of the Discovery's hull and the space beyond. Surrounding the bridge were critical areas including two turbolifts, an escape pod, a server room, and a ready room, ensuring functionality and quick access to essential services.

Ship Model (Digital)

As portrayed in Star Trek: Discovery (TV, 2017-Present)

The U.S.S. Discovery model was designed by concept illustrator John Eaves and production designer Mark Worthington with input from series co-creator Bryan Fuller. Its distinctive angular shape and brown hull color were highly influence by Ken Adam and Ralph McQuarries's U.S.S. Enterprise design from the unproduced Star Trek: Planet of the Titans. One of the most notable features of the model is the saucer section, which is separated into a central sphere surrounded by two distinct rings that spin during the use of the spore drive. The digital model was created by Scott Schneider, Pierre Drolet, and digital visual effects company Pixomondo.

Bridge Set (Physical)

As portrayed in Star Trek: Discovery - "Context is for Kings" (TV, 2017-Present)

The bridge of the U.S.S. Discovery, designed by Tamara Deverell for Star Trek: Discovery, marked a pivotal design evolution in the series, blending sleek metallics, low ambient lighting, and futuristic aesthetics. As the first Star Trek television show in years, its design set a new visual standard for future entries in the franchise.