Bluegame BGX60

Bluegame BGX60

With its new model the Sanlorenzo brand continues its research into non-configurable yachts of a single type, rejecting the conventional categories to offer lifestyles that are very different from those associated with traditional yachting

by DĂŠsirĂŠe Sormani ph. courtesy of Bluegame

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he new BGX60 is the second model in the BGX line by

open-air and indoor spaces. Here and there pieces of furniture create the

Bluegame, a brand acquired by the Sanlorenzo yard

impression of being in a house on the water by adding touches of distin-

in 2018, and it looks set to replicate the success of the

ction to the interior decor. The spacious owner’s cabin includes a sleeping

BGX70. Even more than its exterior and exterior lines, at

area with large double bed and a corner for relaxation with a small sofa.

first sight its most striking feature is its layout, which overturns all normal

This can, on request, be transformed into a third cabin. It is accessed from

assumptions. The lounge is located aft, in direct contact with the beach

aft through a door to the right of the lounge or from the interior, down from

club but on a slightly lower level. It is intended as a setting for socialising,

the upper deck where there is the pilothouse, a dinette with galley and

relaxation and interaction between exterior and interior. This innovative

an aft cockpit. The interior staircase serves to separate the owner’s area

project emphasises the human element. “The yacht is seen as a versatile,

from the guest cabin forward. This unusual layout is made possible by

flexible container for living where the spaces offer different scenarios,

shifting the engine room aft. In the bows a generous space enables guests

adapting to the owner’s needs as and when required”, says Bernardo

to take the sun on the upholstered pads, and it is also forms an enticing

Zuccon of Zuccon International Project, whose task was to develop the

venue for open-air lunches, as it boasts two tables that can be transformed

revolutionary niches of “unexpected at sea” BG and BGX yachts working

into a single large table. The hard top provides a large area for relaxation,

with the founder, architect and olympic sailor Luca Santella and the CEO

and is the best place to sunbathe in privacy. “After the success launch of

of Bluegame, Carla Demaria. So, figuratively speaking, the sea enters the

the BGX70”, Luca Santella goes on to say, “the logical next step was to

yacht and can be admired from the comfortable sofa facing the exterior.

think about designing the range. The project for the flagship BG72, set to

By opening the sliding door guests can hear the lapping of the waves and

appear in 2021, was unveiled at the Genoa show”. The BGX60 retains all

smell the salty air while at mooring and take part in the excitement of the

the advantageous features of the BGX70, beginning with the emphasis on

sailing experience when under way – all in total privacy. Two side windows

the owner’s on-board comfort, his privacy and that of his guests, but in a

allow light to flood the space and provide lateral views.

smaller space. This was a tough challenge for the design team. Creating

The furnishings are elegant yet informal throughout, playing on a com-

the waterlines, though, was a task handed over to naval architect Lou

bination of dark and light, with oak dominating the interiors and com-

Codega, who developed a high-performance hull. Good seaholding is a

plementing the teak decks, enhancing the feeling of continuity between

key element that defines all Bluegame yachts.

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BGX60 follows up on the success of the BGX70. Like its predecessor, but on a slightly smaller scale, the original layout is very striking - the lounge is located aft, in direct contact with the beach platform but on a marginally lower level, enabling guests to enjoy the sailing experience from the sofa, too. In the image below, the cabin, connecting with the lounge

5 questions to

Carla Demaria

Ceo of Bluegame Yachts

When and how did the idea for the BGX line come into being? The BGX was created to complement the existing BG models. It wasn’t easy to propose a product that would retain the DNA of the original Bluegames while offering exciting new ideas in a market limited to the flybridge format. Our efforts were repaid by a

The BGX60 is 19.02

product that’s currently unique among yachts of similar dimensions.

metres long and has a

What’s the most attractive element in this line of yachts? The yacht as a whole is attractive product,

5.30 metre beam. It can

but what excites our owners most of all is the relationship between exterior and interior spaces, something

reach a top speed of

that can be seen at the stern where the beach area, lounge and owner’s cabin blend, a unique feature for

28/30 knots, depending

a yacht of this size.

the engines chosen.

What is the BGX60’s most striking characteristic? As I said, the aft area stands out the most, but people

The flagship of the

also like the interiors, the helm station with excellent visibility for sailing and manoeuvres, the open spaces

range, the BGX72, was

forward and, of course, the yacht’s seaworthiness and performance.

also recently presented,

In a nutshell, what type of owner chooses this yacht line? The special, unique nature of our BGX means

and it shares with its

that our owners come from yachts of all types and sizes. All the Bluegame models, though, feature a personality

predecessors a high-

that’s common to the entire range. They attract expert owners who have had owned different types of yacht

performance hull for

and gained considerable experience and knowledge of onboard life.

What will the future bring? Above all a new model in the line, the BG72, inspired by the BGX70. The result is a a revolutionary layout with a completely open upper deck and the BGX 70’s striking lower deck. The hallmarks of the line are an emphasis on design, sartorial production, a high-tech approach and sustainability. Bluegame has a special commitment to sustainability, reflected by its role as a member of the Blue Marine Foundation.

As a result we use the most efficient propulsion systems to reduce consumption and emissions. We seek to limit weight, and the infusion lamination process for some parts involves the use of 80% recyclable moulds.

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safe sailing in maximum comfort