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NACRE ISSUE n° 20 - 2019

Dragon Columbus Classic 80 M

Cover 80m Dragon Columbus Yachts, brand of Palumbo Superyachts

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Editorial

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Against the Wind

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Five Questions to... Giovanna Vitelli,

vice-president of Azimut|Benetti Group

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Design District: Niccolò Favaretto - Ceo Rubelli

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Work in Progress

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Exclusive Yacht Décor

154 Tender 158 Toys 160 Fly Exclusive 162 The Watch

THE YACHTING WORLD 38 Cover Story: 80m Columbus Yachts,

brand of Palumbo Superyachts, Dragon

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Fly: Champion of Versatility

58 The Car: A New Icon 64 Creative Minds: Nauta Design

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Creative Minds: Luca Dini Design & Architecture

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Megayacht: 33m Custom Line 106'

86 Art on Board: Special Effects

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90 Mise en Place: Tableware That's all at Sea 94 Gourmand: Antonia Klugmann

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98 Megayacht: Ocean Alexander 90R 108 Trend Setters: Parisotto + Formenton Architetti 114 Megasailer: 78' Nautor's Swan Kinina 126 Technology: Magic Screens 131 Chase Boat Perini Navi : The Same but Different 136 Bespoke: A whole New Take on Wood Floors 140 Chase Boat Montecarlo Yachts:

The Power of Two...

146 Design on Display: MYS, the Place to Be 150 Young Talents: Immerse Yourself!

160 Fly Exclusive: Enjoy the Privilege 166 Crossover Zones: Together We Win!

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[ AGAINST THE WIND ]

COME ON, YOUNG DESIGNERS: SHOW US WHAT YOU CAN DO!

by Andrea Pezzini, CEO & Co-Founder of Floating Life

During the MYS, I looked around and muttered to

myself like the old man of the sea that I am: “I can’t see any real innovation here. The yachts are bigger than ever but they all look even more the same too.

I can’t see anything that piques my interest. The last thing that really did stand out from the crowd and gave me a real shock was Norman Foster’s line which, whether you thought it beauty or beast, definitely broke with convention. After that I witnessed some very debatable designs, some big, others enormous… but nothing I could call a genuinely innovative concept”.

As I am organising an intergenerational handover in my own group and took to social media a while back to send an open thank you letter to all the people who have helped me grow in my life, I thought I could do something. Hence my idea of gathering together projects with a bit of genuine innovation in them that were also buildable (something I can ascertain myself) to provide a space for people who may have ideas but can’t get them out there.

I asked the publisher of The ONE Yacht and Design

to help me by putting at least one select project in to each magazine to showcase both the design and the person behind it.

But that is not the end of the story.....

I would also like to complete the model of the project that elicits most attention and/or has the most creative innovative content for the next MYS and then present it to the public and to clients with its own technical/sales brochure.

I don’t know if this might be a leap forward in this slightly stale world of ours or not but at least it will be away of repaying to some extent the helping hand I was given many years ago by one of Italy’s and the world’s leading yard. Picchiotti, you will say! Its CEO believed in a 23-year-old: so I was promoted to what today they call the interior designer but once was simply the designer (and production manager) for onboard furnishings.

So I would invite anyone who fulfils the abovementioned requirements to send me their projects (it doesn’t matter if they are not incredibly detailed) so that we can embark on this adventure together!

All, of course, to maintain my stance as the one always shouting against the wind!

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GIOVANNA VITELLI VICE PRESIDENT OF AZIMUT|BENETTI GROUP

by Désirée Sormani

2019 has been a magical year for Azimut |Benetti: what was the high point emotionally though?

It has been an extraordinary year and it is difficult for me to say exactly what the most emotional moment was as there were actually several different ones: the S6 on Times Square, the launch of the 3 Giga, the evening at Cap d’Antibes…. but I have to say I got most emotional during the speeches my father, who founded the Group, made during the client events. Hearing the pride in his voice was incredibly touching – and seeing the affection and admiration from the public was even more so. Deep down, a company’s success is down to the connection it manages to create with the people it interacts with!

Lots of plaudits at the recent Shows. Plus three Benetti Oasis 40s sold in under a month. What is the biggest secret of that success?

For several years what we have been doing has been marked out by product innovation in terms of new design, new materials, new technologies and new onboard space organisation solutions. Together with a focus on making yacht production processes increasingly sustainable. These awards are an endorsement and celebration of that broad-ranging commitment. I like to think that our skills are appreciated across the board regardless of the size of our boats: a sign of our ability to express the very best across all the market segments.

The Group is ending the season with 900 million euros in revenues and 10% higher growth than last year. What do you see happening in 2020?

The September boat shows produced some very interesting results: as of September 30 2019, the sales trends seem very positive with over 54% of our annual budget targets already met. Profitability is on the rise too. There is something of a boom in sales of two specific products: the Benetti Oasis 40m 14

launching in 2020, of which three were sold in September alone and two the previous month, and the Azimut 78 Fly, launched at Cannes of which eight have been sold. In both instances, the market rewarded new design trends and unprecedented use of spaces.

You have thrown down the gauntlet to the German and Dutch yards with three astonishing over-100-metre launches in three months. How do intend to consolidate on that record achievement?

Given that, on average, four gigayachts are delivered each year, we really did play a leading role in 2019, a testament to the yard’s great strength. The experience we built up by tackling the challenge of launching three yachts in 100 days, with all the skills that meant acquiring, makes us feel ready to take on the other players in the segment with our heads held high.

Azimut|Benetti has been an astonishing innovative nautical company throughout its history. What about the future? Any hints?

We have just started a particularly busy season. Lots of good news from Benetti, starting with B.YOND, a new category of expedition yacht with Siemens hybrid propulsion designed to reduce consumption throughout the craft’s entire lifespan.

I should also mention the new Diamond 145, the B.NOW category with interiors by architect Roberto Baciocchi and exteriors by RWD, and the aforementioned success of Oasis, a partnership with the New York studio, Bonetti Kozerski.

With regard to Azimut Yachts, we will be debuting the Verve 47 at the next Miami Show. A weekender designed for the American market that will also enchant a lot of Mediterranean owners too. Last but not least, in May, we will be presenting “The Art Yacht Project”, a collaboration with designer and artist Vincenzo De Cotiis, who worked on the new model in Azimut Yachts’ Magellano series, a 25m.

A genuine work of art.

[ DESIGN DISTRICT ]

NICOLÒ FAVARETTO CEO RUBELLI

by Marta Bernasconi

What new possibilities are opening up in furnishing for the textile world?

Rubelli operates in a variety of sectors from residential to hotels, naval, airport and yachting as well as historic palazzos, museums and theatres. Meticulous research has always been our by-word for combining peeress quality, beauty and functionality. In early 2019, we launched a large collection of innovative textiles that retain their artisanal look yet are hard-wearing, fire-resistant, washable and suitable for elegant indoor and outdoor residential and contract pro-jects, including nautical.

You still use 18th century looms. What do you make on them and for whom?

Alongside our 31 electronic jacquard looms at Cucciago, near Como, we still have four 18th cen-tury hand looms still in perfect working order. We use them for making soprarizzo silk velvet us-ing an ancient technique that produces a three-dimensional look. This very costly product is particularly popular with clients from France and the US in particular You work a lot abroad. Does being an Italian firm still make a difference?

We are present on 85 markets with a variety of textiles and soft furnishings.

75% of our reve-nues come from exports. Europe, particularly the UK and France, the US, the Middle East and China are our most strategic markets.

Our product’s added value is that it is 100% Made in Italy combined with the excellence of our materials and techniques.

Tell us about your involvement in the nautical sector?

It is growing fast and we are ready for it, thanks to Studio Rubelli, our broad range of Rubelli Casa products, and our ability to create custom solutions that go well beyond the classic defini-tion of textiles.

What are the top-of-the-range products in your collections?

Marco Piva’s Cinecittà collection and the Nava+Arosio Piano Collection on the furnishing and soft-furnishing front. Textile-wise, the new Rubelli 2019 collection that ranges from textiles made using ultra-luxe yarns, mostly silks, to high performance technical ones, which still retain Rubelli’s signature eclectic style.

The Rubelli Group manufactures and distributes four textile lines (Rubelli, Dominique Kieffer by Rubelli, Donghia, Armani/Casa Exclusive Textiles by Rubelli), two wallpaper lines and two furnishing brands (Rubelli Casa and Donghia). The inhouse Studio Rubelli also provides bespoke interior and furniture solutions services

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WHAT’S NEW A selection of new projects and concepts from the leading international shipyards and design studios that will grace the waves in the near future

by Mary Hegarty and Désirée Sormani

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TEAM FOR DESIGN_ENRICO GOBBI_ CONTINENTAL 80

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he Continental 80 is the first model in the new Continental range designed Team for Design by Enrico Gobbi for ISA Yachts. An architectural steel and aluminium yacht with nicely balanced volumes and streamlined lines, its exterior design features very spare, square windows that provide panoramic views to all the main interior areas. The yacht’s real signature, however, are the terraces amidships, particularly the one on the upper deck.

Another wow feature is the infinity pool aft, a rectangular creation that takes up the entire beam and has a waterfall effect aft. This leaves plenty of space for large sun pads which turn this area of the main deck into an extension of the beach platform below, to which it connected by a pair of stairs. A black trapezoid marks out the stern hatch when closed and is a Continental line signature, also incorporating windows to draw natural light into the interior. The exterior styling is completed by two stylised smoke stacks to balance the yacht’s proportions. The upper deck is the owner’s deck complete with lounge and living areas aft as well as the master stateroom forward. The Continental 80 has seven staterooms for up to 12 passengers who will be cared for by 19 crew accomodated in 10 cabins. It also has a touch-and-go helipad with direct access to the master quarters to guarantee absolute privacy. www.teamfordesign.com

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WALLY_WALLYPOWER 50-METRE

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reative geniuses Espen Øino and Luca Bassani have

on the main deck feature double fold-down balconies, leading

finally gotten together and the result is, in the former’s

seamlessly to an outdoor dining space and swimming pool

words, a new icon, the Wallypower 50-metre. For the brand’s

flanked by large sunpads. Large, fold-down bulwarks in the

first power superyacht since joining the Ferretti Group earlier

beach club extend the deck beyond the sides of the hull too.

this year, Øino has taken the essence of Bassani’s vision for the

Wally’s signature pared-back deck aesthetic creates a sense of

118 Wallypower and turned it into a fast, sublimely cool and

space and sereni-ty with glass replacing solid bulwarks where

unapologetically contemporary Mediterranean cruiser. Smart

possible. A 15-metre sun deck is unprecedented for a yacht

naval architecture has yielded an imposing, very private master

of this size and type too, while the 118 Wallypower’s wave-

stateroom on the main plus four en suite guest cabins on the

piercing hull delivers a smooth, slam-free ride.

lower deck. The generous saloon and dining areas amidships

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resented as a concept at last year’s MYS, the new 65 from

powerful light-water connection revealed in many of the

Baglietto returned this year as an actual project. Penned

aesthetic choices aboard: from full-height windows on the

by Francesco Paszkowski, it is a powerful melding of past

main and upper decks to the pool on the upper deck which

and present. The roll bar recalls Baglietto’s great classics like

has a transparent bottom and overlooks a large aquarium on

Adler which the designer took as his inspiration. The plumb

the main deck. The large central lobby also has natural light

bow and innovative transom, on the other hand, are very much

filtering in through the skylights on the flying bridge. There

contemporary styling references. The 65’s profile is a mix of soft

is even a real glass-enclosed winter garden on the main deck

lines and more powerful cues with large windows beautifully

which means guests can sit and chat even in bad weather. This

camouflaged into the structure using a special privacy film.

yacht has six staterooms, four of which are on the lower deck.

The design philosophy underpinning the 65m T-Line is the

www.baglietto.com

ROSETTI SUPERYACHTS_RSY 38M EXP

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he new displacement RSY 38m EXP has strong, modern

bulwarks on the side walkways. To starboard, a custom-

lines, interior arrangement and architecture by Hydro

designed wine cellar divides the guest areas and the owner’s

Tec with Burdisso Capponi Yachts & Design creating a

large stateroom and its fixed side balcony. Two comfortably

refined interior look. Designed for proactive owners wishing

sized double and two twin guest cabins are on the lower deck.

to rack up long distance cruises aboard a functional, reliable

The broad sun deck includes a dining area, corner bar and a

and safe yacht, taut, angular lines lend a contemporary flair

waterfall Jacuzzi. With its interplay of white lacquer and dark

to the classically proportioned exteriors. Large aft windows

and light woods, the staircase is the real stylistic centrepiece of

and sliding doors offer expansive sea views in the main saloon,

the entire project, however. Generous crew quarters and hold

which is split into a veranda-style seating and dining areas,

volumes are pivotal for extended periods at sea too. www.rosettisuperyachts.it

and two large side sliding doors provide access to the cutaway

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MANGUSTA_MANGUSTA SPORT 104

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gor Lobanov’s first yacht for Mangusta was presented to

aggressive profile. The stern hatch also hides a garage large

the world at the Cannes Yachting Festival. The Mangusta

enough to stow a five-metre tender and a three-seater jet ski.

Sport 104 incorporates classic maxi open elements (speed,

Another signature is the sun deck which winds its way around

comfort and elegance) and thus maintains the series’ family

the radar lending the area a pared-back, decisive look.

feeling. However, it is also a totally new craft with completely

The interiors are delightfully bright. In fact, full-height windows

redesigned performance and lifestyle features.

in the main saloon create a genuinely warm, welcoming

The most obvious innovation is the design of the sides with

ambience. There is a very strong dialogue between interior and

large windows drawing light into the master suite and guest

exterior too. Lastly, MTU 16V2000M96L engines, Kamewa

cabins, becoming one of the model’s signatures. They are also

water jets and a new hull design deliver a top speed of 35 knots

completely flush, a real masterpiece of engineering.

and an ultra-comfortable ride. www.mangustayachts.com

The aft section is captivating and underscores the 104’s

TANKOA_TANKOA TLV62

[ WIP ] area) to covered (dinette), covered and side-protected (crew pantry, external stairs) and then the door to the main deck saloon which is further forward and shorter than normally the case. The 90 sqm owner suite on the main deck includes a study, oval dressing room, full-beam saloon/sleeping area and a large bathroom with freestanding tub. A stairs leads to the private deck above with C-shaped dinette and sun pads.

A central fireplace creates a cosy ambience during evenings at anchor too. There are also four guest staterooms.

www.tankoa.it

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he Tankoa TLV62 is the result of a creative meeting of minds between Giancarlo Mussino, MD of

brokers SINOS, which recently sold and delivered the Tankoa 50m hybrid Bintador, and yacht designer Luca Vallebona. They have wrapped expansive and very special informal spaces in a light, elegant package. The exterior lines are low to the water with a distinctive yet very natural and unforced sailing yacht vibe. Even the near-plumb bow exudes an understated strength rather than open aggression. There is a gradual transition from the open spaces aft (beach platform, asymmetrical pool

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Lovely furnishings made with prestigious materials to adorn the home with originality and luxury, but also perfect on board

1. Surfaces in a range of materials coordinate and interlace create the distinctive feature of the Tyron series of tables by Marioni. Here, the painted

by Marta Bernasconi

wood dining table with brushed brass inserts

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2. The colours and clarity of the sea inspire the Quagliotti textile linen line, with fabrics designed to furnish luxury yachts – like the bedlinen set chosen

by Azimut for the master cabin.

3. Pixel is a unit by Boca do Lobo containing 1,088 triangles and ten types of wood and varnish. Behind the two doors, the combination of mirrored and quilted blue velvet surfaces is equally surprising

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7. Three ceramic fish in pastel colours, hand-thrown and enamelled in a kiln.

These sculptural vases are called Dego, Noli and Sori, and are produced by Internoitaliano 6.

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6. A mirror but also a backlit lamp.

Kaleidos enthrals with gilded reflections created by the six mirrored panels it comprises, mounted on a brass base.

By Ghidini 1961

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4. Daa presents Trame, a collection of ottomans and coffee tables for indoor and outdoor use.

The striking laser cut metal, the brand’s speciality, resembles the weave of a delicate fabric.

5. With interesting new products for yacht interiors, the Agua furniture and surfaces collection in marble and onyx features pieces that reflect the colours of the sea. By Budri, which has developed ultra-thin surfaces for special architectural applications

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YD 1. The Fu sofa is designed as a combination of two zabutons, the traditional cushions often found in Japanese homes. The challenge was to create a sofa while retaining the 10 cm thickness of the cushion. By Time & Style

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2. Sidewall is a vertical bookcase and container.

Available in range of bright colours including spring green, moss green and sulphur yellow.

By Porro.

3. The Baba chair by MyHome is a play of chromes and contrasts on the back, roll and crisp colours. Frame in lacquered steel, monochrome or two-colour upholstery 3.

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8. Two discs – one in brass, sliding on the tracks on the Medea stone base, the other in alabaster, fixed and concealing the LED light source. This is the concept behind the lamp/sculpture Alchemie T,

by Catellani & Smith

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7. The Emmemobili table by Atlas has a large circular natural wood top in a carefully-selected

6. An example of the evolution of the workplace, Lounge System is a system of

combination of colours. The base

sofas and armchairs designed for work, socialising and connecting up in private

comprises cast bronze supports

and public settings, always in comfort. Produced by Molteni&C for Unifor

with circular ends that integrate into the top

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5. Ramun celebrates the designer Alessandro Mendini and his world with a special 4. A concept between art and furnishing, Nommos is the spectacular furnishing complement by Slow Stone, where Grey Saint Laurent marble combines with precious materials to create pieces with an intense artistic appeal 4.

edition of the Amuleto Pearl lamp. Made by hand in seventeen pieces it replicates the ancient Korean technique of working with mother-of-pearl

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1. Ratio is a modular kitchen by Dada based on materials research. It emphasises warmth and its Mediterranean character, featuring select woods and natural stone like marble and Travertine with counterpoints in sophisticated metals like aluminium bronze

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3. Natural elements become design objects with a structured frame and essential lines.

Nesto is a collection of vases in Vicentino stone and hand-turned walnut, beech, alder and chestnut.

By La Casa di Pietra

2. Resembling blown-glass birds like the first collection designed in the 1970s, but in the new version they are in polycarbonate and become light sculptures with rechargeable batteries.

The Linnut collection is a collaboration between Magis, Iittala and Oiva Toikka

4. The Serpentine dining 4.

table has a striking base made up of 96 matt black nickel-coated steel tubes in a fan-like structure. The top is marble, available in a range of qualities.

By Roche Bobois

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By courtesy Palumbo Superya

By courtesy Palumbo Superyacht

A real record-breaker. Completed in just under two and a half years, this 80m boasts an array of design and engineering solutions that put Columbus Yachts, brand of Palumbo Superyachts, up among the big superyacht builders.

With a little help from an exceptional design team, of course

by DĂŠsirĂŠe Sormani

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Dragon’s majestic, classic lines. the 80m giantess has a 13m maximum beam and a gross tonnage of almost 2,300. She is powered by a pair of 2,240 kW MTUs that deliver a top speed of 17 knots and a 6,200nm-plus range at her eco-speed of 12 knots

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olumbus Yachts’ new flagship Dragon is hard yacht to do justice to on paper. Not so much when it comes to her dimensions – 80 metres in length and 13 in the beam, with a gross tonnage just shy of 2,300 – but the complexity of what can only be described as the recording-breaking and very challenging project that produced her. Let us just start with the fact that she was delivered in a mere 33 months.

That is one very tight deadline but a deal-breaker for her focused who wanted a majestically beautiful yacht that could go anywhere and which he could take delivery of in the shortest possible time. While it is generally true that more haste means less speed, there are always honourable exceptions to that rule and Dragon is one, thanks to the skills of Sergio Cutolo and his Hydro Tec integrated design studio which tackled not just the yacht design but also the naval architecture and engineering side of the Dragon project. This fact alone slashed the timescale as Columbus was dealing with just one team. Cutolo in turn worked very closely with interior designer Francesco Guida, swiftly implementing all the changes required to incorporate the owner’s wishes. The yard has never been one to be put off by a challenge either and also has a longstanding relationship with both designers.

and leather legs can seat 14 guests. The most striking feature is, however, the windows: six of them in all, four of which are five metres by two. this allows light to flood in, creating a bright, comfortable vibe. Four guest staterooms and a large panoramic VIP are further forward.

Five of Dragon’s six decks are connected by a round lift in the stairwell.

The staircase doesn’t attempt to dominate, but it does have a charming design and backlit treads which lend it an airy lightness.

The fourth deck is the owner’s private deck and includes a 110 sqm suite with huge windows that reveal 180 degree views of the private foredeck where a helicopter can touch down when the need arises. The Roman Travertine marble bathroom has a sauna, separate closet and vanity table.

The bridge deck is, of course, home to the bridge and captain’s cabin, while forward there’s a 50 sqm Tecnogym-equipped fitness area flanked by a beauty and massage zone. The sun deck is the most spectacular area of the boat, dominated by a seven-metre swimming pool with a spectacular water wall-type waterfall separating it from the hydromassage area. The result is a hugely exclusive area with breath-taking views. A sublimely luxe terrace that towers 12 metres above the sea.

www.palumboyachts.com

The result: Dragon is a genuinely unique yacht clothed in refined, timeless lines. Spread over six decks, her design combines contemporary elements, classical proportions and peerless cleanness. A raked forward sheer hints at her vocation for long passage-making but her dimensions and innate elegance aside, Dragon exudes pure elegance rather than striving for the wow effect.

But to return to those records for a moment, Dragon really does reveal a slew of remarkable features. Starting with her gigantic and spectacular beach club, which extends from 100 square metres to 200 sqm in the bat of an eye once all the fold-down platforms are opened. It includes relaxation, sunning and conversation areas with a bar, and, of course, a wellness area with sauna and hammam. Outdoor furnishings from the Tribù collection contrast nicely with the bright, fresh décor underscored by light teak on the walls and sole while three stunning backlit blue agate panels evoke the colours of the sea which also pop out in the soft furnishings which feature luxe Dedar fabrics. The beach club has its own independent existence even though it is connected to the cockpit on the main deck by two sumptuous side stairs. Dragon also features a profusion of opening side hatches that bring her fortunate guests even closer to the sea. Indeed, it’s very rare to see a yacht with so many apertures along her sides. An astonishing feat of engineering. The interiors have a luxurious feel but are also simple and sober, producing a warm, sophisticated and rather modern atmosphere. Light wood panelling with satin-finished bronze and gold inserts beautifully complement the natural colours of the bespoke furnishings too.

The interiors are accessed from the main deck with the main saloon the by an imposing chandelier. The space is enormous and dominated by two large Provencal-style areas with sofas and armchairs. Dining-wise, a custom-made Giorgetti table with Roman Travertine top, maple edging

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first port of call. Here guests are greeted by a classic Chelini table topped

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Sober elegant interiors with a modern spin on the Provencal style. Above, the master stateroom overlooking the sea.

Below, another view from the island bed and the relaxation area. Opposite page: above, a partial view of the large saloon which is very bright thanks to its large windows. Below, the Giorgetti Gordon table topped by a Barovier & Toso chandelier

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The foredeck is a private sea terrace for the owner: 25 metres of deck which can convert into a helipad when the TribĂš outdoor furnishings are removed. Not two fake bridge wings at the owner exit which encompass shaded relaxation/ conversation areas

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Yacht Design and Naval Architecture Hydro Tec by Sergio Cutolo

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ragon has classic proportions with an elegant, timeless design and clean exteriors. Her profile is nicely balanced too despite her enormous volumes. She is the largest yacht we have ever designed. Her owner had very few stipulations but they were extremely specific: he wanted a raked bow, very flared sides and a taut line. The yacht was to be absolutely white and Mediterranean in vocation with an abundance of transparency, a large beach club, the swimming pool high up, and a generous number of al fresco spaces. This is a vessel with a lot of fold-out platforms that open onto the sea.

The one forward of the tender garage is 10 metres, the side ones aft are 7-8 metres and the stern one is enormous.

One choice I think is interesting was moving the tender garage amidships which meant we had to make some logical architectural choices such as putting the lift and the guest

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embarkation platform near one to another.

This meant we ended up with 15 metres of the boat’s side full of apertures. Dragon really is a boat with a lot of “holes” with advanced engineering solutions. Because we were doing the engineering, it also meant we could solve any issues immediately with the yard. Years ago, it wasn’t even possible for a yacht to open up on the water like that. From an architectural perspective, there is great balance between the interior and exterior spaces too. The aft cockpit connected with the saloon has low sides so that occupants can see the sea from anywhere inside it and when seated. An 80m would tend to detach people more from the sea so aboard a yacht of that size, thereefore it’s important to come up with strategies like that.

On the main deck, the exterior cockpit sofa faces aft so that that area is never detached from nature underway either.

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Ph. Giorgio Baroni

Dragon has six decks. Note how she tapers sea-ward aft to take her occupants closer to the sea. This is a direct result of Sergio Cutolo’s sailing experience and background. Opposite, the 7-metre pool with water wall waterfall on the sun deck. Below, the lift linking five decks is by Bertazzoni-ICM

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The owner wanted the pool to be on the top deck and in an exclusive, private area. He also wanted it to be very large. So we carved out a space inside the antenna and satellite mast. The result is intimate and cocoon-like.

To comply with the owner’s request for a lot of transparency, we gave the living area enormous windows.

The general plans gave us the idea for a gigantic saloon and we wanted to give it as much light as possible: in a 15-metre lengthwise stretch, we only put three window panes but two are five metres long and one is three-anda-half metres. Their dimensions are impressive. This is where engineering and architecture meld into one. The master stateroom too is actually a genuine apartment in its own right. Its windows are just 50-60 cm from the floor, creating a sense of continuity with the deck outside, a large terrace for the owners’ exclusive use.

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Above, a view of the wonderfully bright sky lounge in which natural and artificial light meld seamlessly. The bar seems to float, thanks to its LED strip. Below, the dining area on the upper deck is furnished with TribĂš outdoor pieces. Opposite, the beach club with backlit agate panels

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Interior Design Francesco Guida

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he main theme was a modern take on the classic Provencal look. The challenge was to ensure that quite an exuberant style looked and felt simple. So we made the interiors more modern. We received some very precise input and worked very well with the owner’s entourage in an unusually informal atmosphere. The colours were to be light and ton-surton with a relaxed ambience throughout. So we opted for décor that linked all the various decks. The biggest challenge was doing it all in the very short time scale requested by the owner. It was a lot of work but with such clear ideas, we were able to move very fast.

Our excellent relationship with Hydro Tec was pivotal: the interior and exterior designs basically took shape at the same time. We worked together on everything the owner wanted in terms of general plans to satisfy his requests and design requirements. We made great use of the large windows in the living area: they bring a bright, lightness to the overall picture and emphasise the soft lighting throughout that gives the whole project a sense of great airiness. We also made full use of any apertures in the cabins: by turning the beds towards the sea, for instance. Large rugs are used throughout the entire yacht and were bespoke-made for every space using ancient techniques and to our designs (the yacht was presented to the public at the Monaco Yacht Show without them). Dragon is very homogenous – there are no wow effects. Aside from the beach area which has three backlit blue agate panels that inject real life into the space. The bulkheads are matt lacquered to add to the simplicity of the décor which uses a small selection of carefully selected materials: oak, Travertine marble, and brushed bronze and gold edging. All the furnishings were bespoke-designed apart from a few pieces such as the Giorgetti dining table, two Frau chairs in the hair styling area and the Tribù outdoor furnishings. This lent the project, simple though it was, greater exclusivity. The fabrics are by Dedar. Dragon is my most important achievement. An excellent starting point, an opportunity that has us hoping we can continue on down this path.

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Giovanni Mlgarini

The Shipyard representative Francesco Carbone, General Manager

Another view of Dragon’s exterior lines. The onboard domotics and entertainment system is by Videoworks, while the Team Italia bridge was engineered by Palumbo Superyachts’ in-house technical department

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the two together. It is an idea we want to continue to use.

It was a huge opportunity for the yard because there were plenty of challenges involved: lots of fold-out platforms, big heavy windows (each one weighed 200 kg). So we had to really stretch ourselves in terms of investment and find the right suppliers who were used to working on cruise and commercial vessels. They are part of Palumbo Yachts portfolio of contacts. I think one of Dragon’s strong points is the impression of solidity and construction quality you get the minute you step aboard. She is our ambassador. We have demonstrated that it is now possible to build a large yacht in a short time and that puts us into a whole new dimension.

Having already proved it on the ground so to speak, we can take on the responsibility of delivering yachts in very tight times. That is a risk that not everyone is ready to run. I think that we have launched ourselves into a new era and have joined the ranks of the big yacht builders in the process. We will be continuing to increase the size of our craft. We won’t venture into the gigantic lengths you see in Northern Europe but I think it will be easy for us to get to over 80 metres.

Dragon isn’t just a launch pad but an across-the-board leg-up for all our output.

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The owner was already known to the yard. He arrived at the right moment because we had already started building the hull on spec and we had no problem adapting the project to the owner’s tastes. In terms of the design we suggested people we knew would be capable of interpreting the owner’s wishes very successfully and the client followed our advice.

The owner wanted a big yacht and he wanted it fast. On average you have to wait four years for a boat this size but he didn’t want to do that. That was the make or break stipulation that got the contract signed. His other wishes were more or less aesthetic and functional: he wanted an owner’s deck, a helicopter landing pad, Provencal-style interiors and the tenders kept out of sight. Building a boat of these dimensions in just over two years was a real challenge. A record we achieved in part thanks to our collaboration with the integrated architecture studio Hydro Tec in which the exterior designer, naval architect and engineer are all one and the same. Then we built up a harmonious relationship with the interior designer and with the owner’s entire entourage.

The most complex thing was managing the production phase. To keep that as short as possible we decided to build the hull and superstructure at the same time and then put

[ FLY ]

CHAMPION OF VERSATILITY

Agile, straightforward flight deck management and easy to pilot.

The Cessna 182 has made history and the “T” version fits right in, making improvements in cabin materials and comfort

by Sergio Barlocchetti - Ph. courtesy by Cessna

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[ FLY ]

I

don’t think there’s a single private pilot in the world who

within the parameters. However, if I can be a bit pernickety, the

hasn’t flown a Cessna 182 Skylane at least once. And the fact

one thing it does lack is air conditioning as standard.

that thousands of examples have come off the production line

The price of around 600,000 dollars buys high level equipment that

between 1956 and 1985 and then 1996 to today is largely down to

also includes a Bluetooth mobile phone interface and the ability to

its personality as an airborne saloon car that can carry family and

pipe music through the on-board intercom.

luggage without too many limitations and concerns. Old-school all-

To give the C182T a thorough workout I decided to carry out

aluminium construction means low-cost repairs and almost infinite

the test at Milan’s general aviation airport, callsign ICAO LIMB,

product lifetime.

where the runway is only a thousand metres long, tall buildings

So when Cessna invited me to test fly their “T” version equipped

surround the airfield and the outside temperature at three in the

with Garmin 1000Nxi avionics, I jumped at the chance. This

afternoon in mid-June was 34 °C. These conditions inevitably have

instrumentation means that the flight plan can be sent directly from

a negative impact on the performance of the 230hp Lycoming IO-

a tablet, weight and centre of gravity can be checked without having

540 piston engine, so we’d see how well the three-blade McCauley

to calculate them – which avoids errors – and you board a cockpit

prop transforms the power into thrust. What’s more there were four

fitted out like a luxury saloon car, although the aircraft retains the

of us on board and the fuel tanks were full to limit imposed by the

simplicity and economy that have made this model famous.

maximum permitted take-off weight of 3,100 pounds.

As 70% of private pilots learn to fly on a Cessna, there’s no need

The results were striking – we left the ground less than halfway

to wonder if you’ll be able to fly it, just read the manual and keep

along the runway, with the avionics suite providing a picture of

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The cockpit resembles the interior of a luxury saloon, complete with a full range of equipment, including Bluetooth mobile phone interface and the ability to pipe music through the on-board intercom

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[ FLY ]

The Cessna 182T is powered by a 230hp Lycoming IO-540 and features Garmin 1000Nxi avionics. It has a cruising speed of 145 knots and a range of 1,600 kilometres

the surrounding traffic and the characteristics of the airspace

The performance figures come in at a fast cruising speed of 145

over northern Italy, notorious for its complexity and heavy

knots, a range of over 1,600 km (if the aircraft isn’t loaded as

traffic. Climb performance was more than acceptable, easing

heavily as mine) and can use all available runways at least 1,600

our concerns about the proximity of the city centre, the autopilot

ft long. As a result the Cessna C182T can access spectacular

was easy to use, complete with self-levelling function and trim

coastal destinations like the island of Vrsar (Orsera) in Croatia,

controls that I put to the test above the town of Como and its

Elba, Venice Lido and Pantelleria in Italy and Siracusa in Sicily,

magnificent lake. Headphones are necessary on board this class

avoiding the high costs and red tape associated with large

of aircraft, but without active noise-cancelling phones it was even

international airports. It can cope with holdalls and golf clubs,

possible to enjoy some classical music, which mostly occupies

and our companions will be all the happier when they can take

the mid-range rather than the concentration in the high and bass

along that extra pair of shoes!

registers typical of rock music.

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EXTERIOR DESIGN

NAVAL ARCHITECTURE

CONSULTANCY

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[ The CAR ]

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A NEW

ICON

by Diego Tamone

Aston Martin and James Bond: a legendary duo.

Introducing the new Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Special Edition. Just 50 will be made to celebrate the 50th anniversary of On Her Majesty’s Secret Service which starred the DBS coupÊ. A super car with the same olive green livery as its predecessor but a gloriously aggressive modern heart

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[ The CAR ]

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he colour may mean little or nothing to many. But to others it opened up a dream world. In fact, that distinguished olive green with a slight goldish hue references the livery of a somewhat special Aston Martin at the end of the 1969s. The car

that flanked Bond on his sixth screen outing in 007: On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.

Unfortunately, in the eyes of both public and critics alike, it was the wrong Bond behind the wheel of the wrong Aston Martin. The Bond in question was George Lazenby whose performance was overshadowed by the iconic Sean Connery. The car was a DBS coupé, bulkier than its predecessor, the utterly timeless DB5 coupé. It was no coincidence that it was the first and last appearance of both in the blockbuster series. The Bond film celebrates its half-century anniversary in 2019, having hit the cinemas on December 18 1969, 50 years during which things have changed for both the film and the DBS coupé with the car in particular becoming one of the most sought-after classic GTs of our time.

Now, to celebrate the film’s 50th anniversary and their model’s cameo, the boffins at Aston Martin’s HQ in Gaydon have come up with a real gem: a special limited edition of 50 of the DBS Superleggera, the first of which will be delivered to their owners at the end of this year. An unexpected homage but not a complete first as it was preceded by the special “DB9 GT Bond Edition” and the “Goldfinger DB5 Continuation” unveiled in 2015 and 2018 respectively. Because James Bond always guarantees a hit and his

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The current, hugely successful On Her Majesty’s Secret Service DBS Superleggera Special Edition features the OHMSS badge on its side air intakes on the front wheel arches, door sills and upholstery. But it is its Olive Green livery that gives it away, In addition, of course, to a masculine line

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[ The CAR ]

With a cabin clad in red-stitched black leather and grey Alcantara, the car also packs a massive V12 twin-turbo under its bonnet that unleashes 725 horses and 900 Nm of torque on command

connection with Aston Martin is by far one of the most enduring and iconic in cinema history.

The current, hugely successful On Her Majesty’s Secret Service DBS Superleggera Special Edition features the OHMSS badge on its side air intakes on the front wheel arches, door sills and upholstery.

But it is its Olive Green livery that gives it away.

In addition, of course, to a masculine line that instantly won it the “brute in a suit” moniker. A title backed up by first-rate running gear as befits a consummate Super GT, starting with a 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 engine that develops 725 horses at 6,500 rpm and 900 Nm. A sophisticated exhaust system with active valves and quad tail pipes delivers a powerful soundtrack that is particularly commanding in more aggressive driving modes.

Last but very far from least, owners can opt for a bespoke-designed drinks case for the boot which fits two bottles of and four champagne flutes.

A deliciously perfect finishing touch for a glorious Bond-inspired car.

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SAME CULTURE, NEW HORIZONS

From the first Technema 65 in 1976 to the majestic 80m Chopi Chopi, the Zuccon International Project studio has always flanked yacht design with a history of innovation and success, resulting in the creation of more than a hundred different boat models. Today, this forty-year experience has been renewed, backing the new generation that shares the running of the studio and looks to the future while remaining rooted in the firm’s traditional and sound design culture.

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[ CREATIVE MINDS: NAUTA DESIGN ]

THE SEA AT YOUR FINGER TIPS

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Nauta Design is a Milan-based studio founded in 1995 by Mario Pedol (left) and Massimo Gino. It was an offshoot of Nauta Yacht, a brand that has been working right across the board in the nautical industry since 1985. It started out in building sailing yachts but also offers brokerage services. Nauta Design’s drawing boards have produced spectacular sailers of the likes of the magnificent Baltics My Song and Nikata, and the Lßrssen Azzam, which, at 180 metres, is the world’s largest private yacht

This could well be the mantra of Nauta Design, one of the most eclectic studios on the yacht design scene. Now the clever and innovative 78m Slipstream is a neat encapsulation of its mission to bring people and nature together

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hey’ve done it all from the world’s largest private yacht to elegant, performance sailers, tenders, chase boats and imposing explorers capable of venturing to the world’s most remote regions. And they’ve worked with both leading international yards and private clients of all

kinds from the ultra-competitive to the most laid back. Nauta Design is one of the most eclectic studios on the international design scene, a standard-bearer for Italian creativity that has been making the sailing dreams of well-heeled owners come true for over three decades. All of its sailing yachts have their own character, personality and signature: an unmistakeable elegance always matched by a certain athleticism. Ten years or so ago, the studio also began designing motoryachts, bringing a unique sensibility to the area perhaps influenced in no small measure by its sailing background. Now, having produced thousands of metres of boats of all kinds and sizes, it feels only natural to ask whether its team feels most comfortable designing motor or sailing craft. “Both - in terms of experience, ability and creativity,” says Nauta Design president Mario Pedol. “But it doesn’t take any huge effort sailing-wise because we have such a well-established reputation. In the motor arena, we are competing with the big design names that only work in that segment and have a solid position on that market. Let’s just say that that is our challenge right now. We are involved in a lot of tender competitions and we do actually win some. But the sailing world is part of our DNA. We are almost all sailors ourselves anyway”.

He goes on to say: “You can see that in our motor work too as we pour all our skills and megayachtrelevant styling exercises into it. For instance, we know that what makes people happiest is contact with the sea and nature. So that is our mantra”. This is something the studio has been focusing on since 2007, the year it presented the Nauta Project Light 180m, one of the first yachts centred around lightness, transparency and harmony with nature. A boat in which the interconnection between interior and exterior spaces – currently so on trend in megayachts – made its first appearance. But there were precursors even to that. “We like to make that contact felt even inside, by creating very simple spaces that are full of atmosphere – very much like a home,” says Pedol.

Those concepts have become even more clearly defined in the new 78m Slipstream. Spread over

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The 78m Slipstream is clothed in clean lines that are raked in certain areas to lower her proportions and bring occupants closer to the sea.

Her beach area is a circular indooroutdoor affair, thanks to open-out platforms. A large six-metre pool on the swim platform is another new addition. Below left, the interior of the beach area with the Nemo Lounge and its underwater views, right

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[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

The master deck has an entirely private al fresco area forward. This is a genuine

five decks, the latter is wrapped in exceptionally clean lines

suite rather than just a stateroom. Very much like a loft, it can be fully enjoyed

which work to lower its proportions and keep guests even

and has lots of different areas. Below, the two Italian designers, who work with

closer to the water.

the leading international yards on craft of all kinds

Aesthetics and function are cleverly balanced to reflect Nauta Design’s philosophy. This is true in particular of the upper deck, which is also the master deck with a private area forward.

Indeed, the suite goes well beyond a mere cabin to become a refuge where owners can fully relax and enjoy themselves and the space. “Another example is the saloon on the main deck which has large vertical windows from which guests can enjoy views of the outside world. Most interesting of all though is the beach area. It is not just big but also completely open, a real sea platform that becomes even larger when the side hatches are opened, creating a circular indoor-outdoor route and completely immersing users in nature. That is why we call it the ‘island’, in fact,” continues Pedol. “Another original feature is the ‘Nemo Room’, a lower area of the beach club with underwater views providing a tantalising glimpse of the undersea world. Skylights alternate with artificial lighting to create a feeling a great light throughout and there is literally glass everywhere. Plus lots of quiet corners, sunken areas very much like the cockpits on sailing yachts. These feel cosy and private, once again taking the centre of gravity of life aboard back to sea level. Which is the whole point of the design, of course”. www.nautadesign.it

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[ CREATIVE MINDS: LUCA DINI DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE ]

WE DON’T DESIGN SUPERYACHTS

WITH A

SELF-REFERENTIAL STYLE.

WE JUST DESIGN BOATS WITH STYLE

by Samuela Urbini

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Brilliant and inventive with mind that delivers unmistakable flashes of genius, Luca Dini is one of those rare designers that leave their mark without imposing their ego on their work.

Quite the opposite, in point of fact: he consistently strives to channel his clients’ tastes and requirements. Luca Dini Design & Architecture is headquartered in Florence.

The studio was founded in 1996 and its competencies span yacht design, urban design and architecture

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[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

aving penned 77 superyachts launched at the world’s

single one of my designs is unique, exclusive and tailored around

leading yards since 1996, Luca Dini Design &

the client’s needs: it’s a very stimulating challenge to have to create

Architecture is one of the most sought-after studios in

something new with every design. If I don’t get any specific input,

the nautical world and beyond. Hence, Luca Dini Design’s once

car design is my primary source of inspiration. I like designing boats

separate yachting and civil architecture divisions (the latter LDA

with sporty, dynamic lines, as in the case of the Columbus models,

Luca Dini Associati) recently merged once again into a single brand

because the car design sector is at the very cutting edge in terms

with a staff of architects, yacht designers, interior designers, naval

of research and forms. That perfectly mirrors the new Luca Dini

and civil engineers, etc. “The time had come to create an image that

Design & Architecture brand”.

reflected the prestige and acknowledgments achieved by the yard on

That same philosophy is very much in evidence in the Columbus

an international level,” explains the Florentine designer and creative

Sport 50M, the first example of the Sport line designed by the studio

powerhouse behind the team.

and currently building for an American client for launch in 2020.

Dini has the brilliant mind and fertile imagination required to satisfy

“To use a car design term, I could call this 50-metre a luxury saloon.

the needs of well-travelled owners and entrepreneurs who demand

Its profile is sleek enough to look like a coupé and exudes a sense of

a constant flow of dazzling new ideas. “I think the essential thing

relaxed power because its sporty, dynamic raked lines are elegantly

is that the client is always happy with the result. So my philosophy

harmonious without being overly aggressive,” explains Dini.

is still to do my best to ensure owners’ and yards’ demands are

“Today’s owners prefer comfort and large spaces that will let them

satisfied without imposing my own ego while designing things that

really enjoy the boat and the sea to the utmost, rather than fast craft

give me huge satisfaction. I don’t like photocopy projects. Every

with slender, aggressive designs. In the case of the 50m,

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The 50m Columbus Sport is clothed in sportily dynamic lines with very comfortable, generous spaces. Its sculpted forms create a sense of balance through contrast: sharp angles and softness, concave and convex surfaces. It is scheduled to launch in 2020

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The studio is working on a variety of projects, as well as with Columbus, Mondomarine, on a new Discovery and Classic lines, ISA Yachts, Rossinavi and Heesen

we played around with the balance between contrasts: angles and softness, concave and convex surfaces, which yielded a decisive style with sculpted forms that deliver once-unthinkable spaces and lots of light filtering through to the interior”.

Dini currently has models for both Columbus and Mondomarine on the drawing board with new Discovery and Classic lines. A 45m for ISA Yachts, for which the studio created the interiors, is also nearing launch. It also has partnerships with Rossinavi and Heesen (the interior of a 55m).

“We are also focusing on a futuristic concept for a boat that uses only renewable energies for its propulsion and hotel facilities. It is part of a far broader architectural project we will definitely be talking more about in the near future,” concludes the designer.

www.lucadini.com

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[ MEGAYACHT ]

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The latest addition to the new Custom Line planing series, this 33 meters from Paszkowski Design delivers both a fast hull and plenty of space and comfort. A modern concept that makes an unmistakably striking visual impact

by Paola Bertelli - ph. by Alberto Cocchi

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he picture of power and elegance, the Custom line 106’

giving it a spare elegance underway, but once the yacht is moored or

is a sublime 32.82m superyacht that planes effortlessly at

at anchor, these slide away to reveal the stairs.

23 knots. Clothed in strong forms, it exudes a clean, cool

The interiors are modern with some superb contemporary art by the

beauty. Inside, a luxury home living vibe contrasts with its exuberant

likes of Mario Arlati, Fernando Botero, Enzo Fiore and Igor Mitoraj

performance. Such expert perfection is hardly a surprise, given that

adding an interesting personal touch. The materials, colours and

the 106’ is the product of a meeting of minds between Francesco

finishes have all been selected with the utmost taste. The warmth

Paszkowski and the Ferretti Group’s Strategic Product Committee

of flamed oak is matched by lacquered ceilings which create a sense

and Engineering Division.

of space and enhance the light. Blonde Travertine marble, leather

The Florentine designer is renowned for his passion for ultra-dynamic

and metal add to the sense of smooth sophistication. Most of the

lines that imbue the yachts they clothe with edgy movement, even at

furnishings were supplied by Italian companies with Minotti and

anchor. The effect is even more striking when a superyacht of these

Flexform being cases in point, but others are custom-made for the

dimensions goes on plane. Particularly as Paszkowski is also known

106’, not least the dining table by Cantori, which has a black lacquered

for the extreme balance, harmony and cool cleanness of his forms.

metal structure and a bronze back-painted glass top, and the ebony

The Custom line 106’ sports a severe chiaroscuro livery with long

side tables in the master suite.

ribbons of window lightening its carved out and solid sections. A

On the main deck the open-plan saloon offers first a living area and

sleek sharp bow is backed by a compact, subtle superstructure and a

then a dining one. Floor-to-sole windows add a rhythm to the layout

more rounded transom.

and are divided up by leather-trimmed columns integrating the audio

Custom Line wanted 106’ owners to be fully immersed in the

and a/c systems. The glass itself is slightly curved, and this enhances

seafaring experience and so the emphasis is on the exterior areas and

the sense of contact with the sea. The end wall with its two bronzed

their usability in particular. Aside from the dimensions (the exteriors

mirrored side doors helps to create a sense of greater depth and

have a surface area of 220 square metres) of the aforementioned,

also acts leads to the lobby, galley and main suite. Colombian artist

the thoughtfully planned traffic flows are also impressively fluid

Fernando Botero’s sculpture I ballerini (“The Dancers”) is displayed

and circular with passages simplifying the interaction between the

in a polished ebony niche in the wall too. In the forward-leading

main deck and the flybridge. Port walkways lead from the fly to the

corridor, Igor Mitoraj’s Eros pietrificato con mano (Eros Petrified

foredeck and from there a starboard stairs leads back down to the

with Hand, 2014) serves as the introduction to the full-beam master

cockpit. From whence, of course, a port stairs leads back up to the

suite which has its own fold-out balcony, study and two dressing

fly again!

rooms. The sleeping quarters have a very solid, uniform aesthetic.

The foredeck is wonderfully expansive and scenic, while the stern is

The two VIP and two twin guest staterooms on the lower deck have

functional and impeccably clean. The foredeck has different levels: the

the same colours, curved lines and modern, understated styling as

raised lounge is separated by two sun pads with fabulous sea views.

the main. Works by Mario Arlati and Enzo Fiore adorn the walls.

The stern, on the other hand, is very versatile with two sliding doors,

www.customline-yacht.com

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The al fresco foredeck area with raised lounge and sun pads. Left, the flybridge hard top exudes a strong sense of design and geometry. Opening page, the living area in the main deck saloon: the main wood is flamed oak. Minotti supplied all the furnishings while the sandcoloured floor rug is silk

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The master suite (this page) features clay-coloured Penelope Oggi leather trim for the headboard and TV unit and for the relaxation area facing the balcony, a Casamilano chair and bronze Fratelli Longhi table. Top left, the 53 sqm lounge on the flybridge featuring Minotti furnishings. Bottom, the cockpit dining area on the main deck

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Exterior Design Francesco Paszkowski Design

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he new Custom Line is the second yacht in the planing range we were asked to restyle. The range started with the Custom Line 120’.

Our firm was put in charge of the whole design and worked on the interiors in collaboration with the architect Margherita Casprini. Collaborating with the Ferretti Group Strategic Product Committee and Engineering Department was essential to helping us to tackle the major challenge of combining the new elements we were asked to introduce with the successful design, functionality and technical features the brand is renowned for. Continuity was important in restyling the range, and so certain distinctive characteristics from previous successful models were enhanced and combined with new recurring design motifs. The overall design focused on enhancing contact with the sea and attempting to break down the boundaries between the exterior and interior. Another noteworthy fact is that the new technical solutions and the new overall exterior look are so inextricably linked. Indeed, they are like different parts of a one-piece architectural mosaic. We also incorporated styling cues from other industries. These include the automotive and residential architecture sectors, but we also conducted in-depth research to bring out shapes and volumes. We wanted to make the profile appear sleeker and more powerful. We achieved this by creating one long window on the main and lower decks. The strong lines run from bow to stern, adding life to the curves and carved-out sections, soft and sporty lines, the alternating materials and colours of the structural materials and dark-tinted windows. Particular attention was also paid to the size of alfresco areas, a Custom Line signature, which in this instance are all interconnected and can be sheltered by bimini tops or canopies.

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Interior Design Francesco Paszkowski Design in cooperation with Margherita Casprini

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he brief was for a homey yet elegant interior. This is in line with the key to the whole design, i.e. breaking down the boundaries between exterior and interior, the interior is open to the outside.

The dÊcor choices reflect the most up-to-date lifestyle and were inspired by luxury residential furnishing designs. We focused on the colours and the finishes of the materials we used – flamed sanded wood for the floor, polished ebony for the furniture along the bulwarks, bronze Travertino marble for the bathrooms, transparent bronzed glass for the wardrobe exterior, hard leather and fabrics to make it contemporary and to achieve the desired result. The combination of different colours is an important part of the onboard design. Colours range from bright hues to darker touches, creating a balanced sequence which starts from cream for the sofas in the living ranging all the way to clay for the leather of the headboard in the master’s, light grey for the polished ceiling of the dining area, bronze for the coffee table tops in the living, the brown hues of the leather used for the steps stairway, walls and ceiling in the lobby up to black for the leather of the wheelhouse and the polished ebony of the furniture. The metal details and the polished finishes of the ceilings make the interior even brighter, just like the bronze finishes of the lamps by Contardi.

The layout offers a full-beam master suite on the main deck with a fold-out balcony on the starboard side. Four cabins on the lower deck, all en suite, provide accommodation for guests, with two VIPs aft featuring a fabulous bed arrangement in front of the huge side windows. The two twins forward each have a Pullman berth.

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When at anchor, the transom turns into a large beach area that connects to both the main and sun decks. A Williams DieselJet505 and a wet bike are stowed in the garage. Stretching 32.82 metres in length and 7.3 in the beam, the Custom Line 106’ is powered by a pair of 2,217 mhp MTU 16V 2000 M86 engines that give it a cruising speed of 20 knots and peaks of 23

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Shipyard representative Stefano de Vivo, CCO Ferretti Group and Wally General Manager

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n 2016 Custom Line launched a new era for its planing line with Francesco Paszkowski Design, who worked with the Strategic Product Committee and Engineering Department to create the first in the series, the Custom Line 120’. The arrival of the Custom Line 106’ is simply the natural evolution of this new planing line.

It is a yacht with a functional design, the perfect melding of aesthetics and innovation, and delivers the ultimate in terms of comfort, space, safety and navigability. It is designed so that its entire interior fit-out and decorative element are completely personalisable to suit the owner’s tastes and requirements. It’s sporty because its dynamic, rational lines are the signatures of the new generation Custom Line planing series.

Thanks to an innovative planing hull, performances are superb and fuel consumption low to the extent that it is best-in-class in its category.

The most distinctive spaces aboard include the 36 sqm al fresco space forward, an area divided into three separate and independent sections.

Another element is the balcony which in the first version is in the master suite – it folds out over the sea.

Interesting from a technological as well as an aesthetic point of view is the evolved version of the patented DMT - Dual Mode Transom: two sliding doors that cover the stairs underway for an absolutely clean look.

When the yacht is at a standstill, they slide into the hatch to allow guests go up. Lastly, the entertainment system was created in partnership C.N.Sat. It is installed in the main deck saloon and can be controlled via iPad, which completely replaces the remote controls for the various devices. This feature can be extended to all the yacht’s spaces and can also be integrated with the owner’s personal devices.

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the screens, inspiring emotion and providing intellectual stimulation

With installations and light sculptures, Video art is breaking out of

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©Pipilotti Rist. Courtesy the artist, Hauser & Wirth and Luhring Augustine Pipilotti Rist, Sip my Ocean, 1996.

Audio-video installation. (ph. Pipilotti Rist. Courtesy the artist, Hauser & Wirth and Luhring Augustine)

by Micaela Zucconi

t’s now 51 years since New York’s MoMA displayed for the first time the “Lindsay Tape (1967)” video by US artist with

S. Korean origins Nam June Paik as part of the landmark 1968 exhibition “The Machine as Seen at the End of the Mechanical

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Age”. Video art began to make its mark on the art scene and other proponents were emerging at the same time. With characteristic vision the MoMA began to acquire video works as early as the late 1970s, guided by the intuition of curator Barbara London.

The collection now boasts over 1,600 video works. Over the years this artistic field has experienced rapid development, riding the wave of technological advances. Take, for example, the leap from the cathode ray tube, the old-style TV, to liquid crystal displays and today’s LED technology. At the MoMA all the old formats have been digitalised, a shift that has provided a great deal of work for media conservators. One of the pioneers of this cutting-edge vision of the nature of art is Italian artist Fabrizio Plessi. Born in 1940, he has worked since 1968 with installations, films and videotape. His light sculptures, often three-dimensional and created using advanced technology, are far removed from pure art. The elements of fire and water are recurring themes in Plessi’s work, on board the Admiral 54-metre yacht Sea Force One, for example. His works have an intense emotional impact, like those by the famous American artist Bill Viola, eleven years younger, which combine sound and images in movement. His works have played a key role in establishing video as a contemporary art form (Marina Abramovic, famous for her performance art, has worked with Viola). Many artists

Opening, teamLab, Phoenix himawari, 2017. Digital Work, single channel, Randomized video loop, on show at Every Living Thing: Animals in Japanese Art, Lacma, Resnick Pavilion, Los Angeles. Top right and above, Fabrizio Plessi, Plessi a Caracalla, 2019. Above, left, Pipilotti Rist, Sip my Ocean, video still, 1996, on display at the anthological show Åbn min lysning [Open My Glade] at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Copenhagen

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[ ART ON BOARD ] Courtesy Bill Viola Studio

Left, Bill Viola, Emergence, 2002, 11’40”, HD colour rear-projection video. 213 x 213 cm.

Below, Bill Viola, The Crossing, Water, 1996, 10’57’’, video-audio installation. Both works on display at Rinascimento Elettronico, 2015, Palazzo Strozzi, Florence.Bottom, left, Shirin Neshat, Tooba, 2002, 12’01’’

Courtesy Bill Viola Studio

© Shirin Neshat, Courtesy the artist, Gladstone Gallery, New York / Brussels, Han Nefkens Foundation, Barcelona

E.Erkan Özgen (1971) displayed at the collective “At the Edges of Identity, Contemporary Videoart by the Han Nefkens Foundation” at the MAC in Lissone, on the theme of cultural identity. The artistic duo of Masbedo, Nicolò Massazza (1973) and Iacopo Bedogni (1970) have been working since 1999 in video art and installations on social themes, like the recent “Why Borders Change” at the ICA Milan, a reflection on the history and present of Sicily. The teamLab art collective of Tokyo has installed the teamLab Borderless Digital Art Museum on the artificial island of Odaiba, 10,000 square metres of dreamlike, phantasmagorical works

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are working in this area, all with different approaches and communicative

where the spectator literally enters to take part. Video art has also become

intent, including some who have had recent exhibitions of their work – the

a target for private collectors. The list of famous collectors includes Josée

Swiss Pipilotti Rist (born Elizabeth Charlotte Rist, 1962), recently featured

& Marc Gensollen, who have transformed their home La Fabrique into

at Copenhagen’s Louisiana Museum with an exhibition of video and audio

an art centre open to all new initiatives, and Conrad & Isabelle Lemaître

installations and video sculptures entitled “Pipilotti Rist – Åbn min lysning

of Paris, video art collectors since 1996 and the instigators of the Studio

[Open My Glade]”, while Iranian Shirin Neshat (1957) and Kurdish artist

Collector Prize for video creation excellence. Their expertise has led

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Pipilotti Rist, Mercy Garden Retour Skin (from the Mercy Work Family), 2014. Audio-video installation, from the exhibition Åbn min lysning [Open My Glade], Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Copenhagen. Bottom, E.Erkan Özgen, Purple Muslim, 2018, 16’28’’, on show at MAC di Lissone.

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Above, Masbedo, Blind Mirrors, video still, 2019. To side,

them to be chosen, along with Gensollen and others, for the commission selecting the works at the annual Loop event, held in Barcelona in November, a platform dedicated to studying and promotion of images in movement, founded in 2003, organiser of a fair and festival that has become a point of reference for the sector.

To provide more information Emilio Álvarez and Carlos Durán, directors of Loop, have written a book called “I have a friend who knows someone who bought a Courtesy the artist and Han Nefken Foundation, Barcelona

video, once”, on the history of this type of collecting.

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[ MISE EN PLACE: SARAH-LINDA FORRER ]

A designer with a unique flair for turning the forms and textures of shells, stones, mother of pearl into stunning tableware collections that create a very special dining atmosphere

by Marta Bernasconi

Inspired by the act of savouring the taste of an oyster, the Indulge collection is made from Limoge porcelain. Its innovative forms offer a new way of tasting food based on a concept that combines luxury and sensuality

lthough born and raised in the French Pyrenees, Sarah-Linda Forrer has her creative headquarters in Amsterdam. It is from there that she has made name for herself for her charmingly unique style which is solidly influenced by nature. The sea in particular is a huge creative touchstone as she draws on it for her forms, colours and materials. Some of Forrer’s collections are intensely personal. The delicately organic shapes of the Indulge collection are fashioned out of Limoges porcelain to create oyster-shaped dishes that very elegantly rewrite the rules of eating.

These stylishly sensual pieces are available in unglazed matt white or with a choice of different glazes.

What sets Forrer’s work apart is that it can be personalised too. The same innovative creativity underpins the Stone Spoons line of eating utensils which are made from alabaster and stone and carved to follow the natural structure of the material. The result is that each piece is unique with

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characteristics that encourage the users to reinterpret its use.

to their mouths and as a result, the upper part is smooth and

In the Oyster collection, the designer broadened her range

the lower has a rougher, matt pattern designed to guarantee

by creating accessories that will look as good on a desk as on

a good grip in the hand. The pieces are surprisingly tactile and

a dining table. Each one is hand-carved with gloss exteriors

textural, their forms exploring new creative avenues and

and structured interior surfaces, just like the oysters that

their beauty pleasing to the eye. Forrer’s collections bring

inspired them. All of this demands incredible craftsmanship

a welcome breath of fresh air to luxury dining as well as

and skill: Forrer herself carves, casts and finishes each piece

redefining the traditional rituals of savouring and eating food. www.sarahlindaforrer.com

by hand in a small workshop that also specialises in metal working and is based in Frisia in the Netherlands.

The Oyster collection is available in a limited edition in four different glazes: black, gold, white and turquoise.

Another very striking range is Evoke, which brings a welcome informality and sensuality to the act of tasting food.

This family stimulates the diner to bring the food directly

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Top, a table setting with the Indulge collection.

From left, the alabaster and stone Stone Spoons line and a multipurpose accessory from the Oyster collection which looks as good on a desk as a dining table

BORN TO CHALLENGE THE LIMITS

[ GOURMAND ] ANTONIA KLUGMANN

THE KITCHEN IS

my happy place

An intimate portrait of the Michelin-starred chef in which she explains what sparked and nurtured her all-consuming passion for cooking

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t is easy to think that all great chefs were born virtually in the kitchen. But this was far from the case for Trieste-native Antonia

Klugmann, the creative force behind L’Argine a Vencò, her beautiful restaurant nestling in the lush surrounds of the Province of Gorzia.

A place she has retreated to concentrate solely on her own work after her stint as a Masterchef Italia judge. “Looking back, I suppose that there were clues in my childhood – I used to make tasting menus for my mother out of play dough! But it was only when I was 21 I began to think about the possibility of becoming a professional cook. I was studying law in Milan, my parents were divorcing and I had broken up with my then-boyfriend. When I started to really reflect on it, I realised that my happiest times were in the kitchen and that I wanted a job that would let me express my creativity”. Klugmann uses cooking as a way of interpreting the local area and the reality of life there.

Place and history are sources of constant inspiration. And that is how it has been for all the restaurants she has worked in: from her first near Udine to Venice and now Vencò. Her very personal approach to food resulted in her developing a style all of her own. “When I began my career, working in restaurants wasn’t as fashionable as it is now. I started out late compared to many of my colleagues and my training was interrupted by a nasty car accident too. So I didn’t really have a mentor as such. But I instantly fell in love with some of the chefs I read about in cooking magazines and they showed me that cooking could be complex, interesting and marvellous. They include Ferran Adrià, Pascal Barbot and René Redzepi. Then lots of Italian chefs like Gualtiero Marchesi, Fulvio Pierangelini, Massimo Bottura, Niko Romito and Piergiorgio Parini”. L’Argine a Vencò is a magical place nestling in lush green nature. The location was chosen very deliberately. “The beauty we are surrounded by is a constant source of inspiration. Growing and harvesting produce teaches us how much work and the kind of resources it takes to produce the

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Taste rather than trendy aesthetics is the guiding light in Antonia Klugmann’s creative process. That said, presentation and settings remain important elements and must be consistent with the kind of cuisine being served

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Surrounded by stunning nature, l’Argine a Vencò is a seductively attractive place and Antonia Klugmann’s cuisine is an interpretation of the area and life there

“It is important that there is a sense of consistency between the aesthetic of the service and the cuisine a restaurant offers. So we were very meticulous about the design of our dining room”

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ingredients we use. That means we have a growing awareness

Presentation and table settings, however, do play a role: “I think

that our raw materials are finite and that growing methods have

it is important that there is a sense of consistency between the

a very definite effect on our health”. What we ask Klugmann

aesthetic of the service and the cuisine a restaurant offers. That

to name a dish that epitomises her, she declares it is always

is why we were very meticulous about the design of our dining

either that last one she has created or the one that she has yet

room, the acoustics, the lighting, the table settings. We strive for

to invent. Today, she is thinking in terms of “Rice with milk,

simplicity in the kitchen but that doesn’t mean that there is no

liquorice and aubergine” or “Eel, apple cider and spinach”.

research. Quite the opposite”. As a Trieste native, she also has

Dishes that can be inspired by anything creative: “By a song,

a strong relationship with the water, the sea, boats and onboard

a book, a conversation, an exhibition, a film. I often start off

cooking. “Yes, I love sailing boats. I’ve even cooked aboard.

cooking in my head, gradually perfecting the combinations I’ve

I think the ideal thing is to prepare something in advance so

thought about. By the time I actually make the dish, it’s almost

you won’t get stuck if the weather goes against you. So I think

finished”. In a world increasingly dominated by appearances,

something like meat or vegetable polpette or an omelette served

Klugmann also adds that she never starts out with the look of a

with a mixed salad”. Organisation, taste and elegance: good

dish. Flavour is always the guiding light in her creative process.

advice indeed from Chef Klugmann.

Design

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The large windows make it plain: light plays a starring role aboard. Evan Marshall has designed a yacht with generous volumes and a modern concept. A clever mix of finishes showcases the yard’s expertise with a variety of materials

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big, bright penthouse on the sea. That is exactly

flexibility in terms of how each space is illuminated. These strip

what the saloon aboard the Ocean Alexander 90R

lights are complemented by dramatic sconce lights and recessed

feels like, thanks to extra-long, extra-large windows

pelmet lighting throughout the interior.

that draw in natural light and cool contemporary

The beach club is similarly spectacular, with skylights over the wet

furnishings that guarantee the sense of airy

bar and sofas. Sliding glass doors open onto the water-skimming

brightness now de rigeur aboard.

platform underscoring the constant interaction between interior

This 27m semi-custom’s powerfully muscular lines were developed

and exterior that is the leitmotif for the entire design.

to wrap large volumes both interior and exterior. Her plumb

The upper deck lounge is as large as the main saloon and is in

bow is not just one of the signatures of Ocean Alexander’s new

direct communication with the bridge, a nod to the American

Revolution series but also improves space and liveability, which

approach in which owners tend to share the cruise experience

are invaluable additions to life at sea.

with their crew. Ocean Alexander actually already leads the US

In the interiors, whites, beiges and greys are broken up by splashes

market but is now becoming increasingly interested in extending

of black to add character. As designer Evan K. Marshall, who

its influence to the international markets. “The new 90R designed

has worked with Ocean Alexander for many years and penned

by Evan K Marshall combines the obsession with quality that has

the 90R’s interiors as well as exteriors, is keen to point out, the

distinguished Ocean Alexander over the past 40 years with the

freestanding furnishings were not designed with vertical sides:

best in contemporary interior design; it is rich in innovative and

“We angled all of the bases, creating a lighter, more dynamic feel

attractive concepts”, explains Giampaolo Murzi, who distributes

to every piece of furniture”. All are, of course, beautifully crafted

Ocean Alexander in Europe, Turkey and Russia. “From a

and finished. Oak is the main wood and was given a 60% satin

competitive point of view, this boat will also be successful on

finish. It is paired with ebony which, has a 100% high gloss finish,

the European market because clients are becoming more and

and steel strips. The floors are a clever mix of wood and Cambria

more demanding, and are perfectly capable of understanding

stonework.

and distinguishing, merely by reading the standard specs, that

The galley and cockpit both have large sliding doors that open

a shipyard makes you pay more because it gives you so much

into the saloon. Once said doors are opened, however, they turn

more”. For the debut of this particular 27m on this side of the

the whole area into a single open plan space that feels wonderfully

pond, Ocean Alexander has given the 90R a more European-style

convivial and informal. Forward, the full-beam master suite has

layout: the galley is separated from the saloon by a bulkhead and

exceptionally large picture windows too.

has a side door, while a hydromassage tub has been added on the

Classic spotlights have been replaced aboard by a mix of

upper deck. The floors on the main deck are teak too and the

direct and indirect LED strips set into the ceiling. These add

master suite has one large bathroom.

an architectural character to the ceilings and provide greater

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A seafaring SUV clothed in powerful lines and a luxury finish. The Ocean Alexander 90R is the result of the yard’s collaboration with Evan Marshall and Giuseppe Arrabito who designed the hull lines. Left, the exterior lounge on the foredeck with C-shaped sofas and sun pad. Opening page, the sky lounge is fully glazed on all four sides, yielding dazzling 360° sea views

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Light colours and an extremely consistent style are the signatures of these distinctly modern interiors. The furnishings were made entirely by the yard to Evan Marshall’s designs.

Above, the VIP cabin and, below, the owner’s.

Opposite, above the saloon and, below, the dining area

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The beach club (here and below) can be accessed not just from exterior and interior stairs but also the crew quarters on the lower deck. Opposite, the two al fresco lounge areas aft

Yacht Designer Evan K. Marshall

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ith regard to the exterior design development of the 90R, I wrote to Ocean Alexander in the winter of 2017 expressing my opinion that we needed to depart from their current styling with this new project and that we should create something innovative and ground-breaking. Richard Allender, the president of Ocean Alexander Yachts, was in full agreement with this approach and, on that basis, I started sketching out some styling concepts and eventually we arrived at the design which has now been built.

The main feature of the 90R exterior design is how we have been able to incorporate a large volume into a very stylish, sleek profile.

This was achieved, in large part, by the design of the sweeping fashion board which creates accelerated visual movement, giving the yacht a very dynamic profile.

In terms of the elements that make this yacht unique, I would have to say the way her sweeping fashion board blends into the upper deck hard top and dynamic window shapes.

This is a yacht with volumes. I particularly like the sky lounge which is absolutely oversized for a craft of this category. I am especially fond of the more European version with teak flooring, a finish that lends the yacht great character.

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Interior Designer Evan K. Marshall

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e wanted to bring a lot of light into this 27m and to create a seamless connection between the interiors and exteriors. I have been sailing since I was a child and remember boats in the 1970s all too well: they were dark with tiny windows and you always felt you were camping. Now owners want the same lifestyle as they have in their own homes so we worked a lot on light, thanks to the enormous windows that today’s technology allows you to put into yachts. The interiors are contemporary and comfortable. We used relaxing finishes - not so much high glossing, for example. We also focused on social areas which allow owners to enjoy life on the water to the fullest with family and friends.

This is a solid, practical yacht that is very seaworthy and absolutely reflects the yard’s reputation: aside from its styling and design, it is first and foremost a craft that has to be able to tackle even tough weather conditions. The furnishings and accessories were designed by us for the most part too. They had to be separated from the outboard perimeter so as not to block the windows and, as a result, we had to come up with a freestanding “floating” furniture style. This new approach is especially evident in the main saloon with the floating wet bar and sideboard and the freestanding sofas, all of which maximise the views out of the full height windows in this space.

In the master stateroom, we applied the same approach with freestanding lounge chairs which can rotate 360° so you can sit facing out towards the glorious views of the sea or inboard, looking at the spacious stateroom.

The freestanding desk-cum-vanity allows the large window on the starboard side to be free from a massive piece of furniture blocking most of it. We selected a combination of oak and ebony finishes for the bathrooms and the galley, as well as some lacquer with flooring in wood and Cambria Stone which guarantees extreme consistency.

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Shipyard representative Johnny Chueh, CEO of Ocean Alexander

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cean Alexander’s long history began 41 years ago. We have yards in Taiwan and Florida. In the former we build our larger yachts and our smaller ones in the latter. Around 90% of our output is for the American market and, to continue to grow, we focused on internationalising the brand. As our yachts are very American-oriented, we began developing new designs three years ago with Evan Marshall. The way people use their boats is very different: in the United States, they really clock up the miles.

They go to Alaska, to the Bahamas, they stay out at sea for a month at a time. But that’s not how it is in Europe. They are more conservative in America – style is important there but not as much as in Europe, where it’s critical. Our aim is not to become a European brand – we want to hang on to our American DNA but we want to distil it in such a way that it will also go down well in Europe. Our strength is that we are bringing a different kind of

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product to the mix.

This 27m semicustom was developed with two different interior layouts and decors to satisfy owners with different tastes and lifestyles. But what doesn’t change is the way we build the craft. Ocean Alexander is renowned for engineering that is very solid and focused on having back-up systems. The 90R is contemporary in style and has a huge amount of glass, as well as the safe, solid mentality of an explorer with a large range and lots of storage. It is important to us that even if you aren’t covering great distances, you know that you have a boat that can do so.

Today’s owners are looking to boats that are solid…..like SUVs. The interior and exterior spaces aboard this yard are beautifully interconnected and multifunctional. They are also significantly larger than is normally the case for a craft of this size. Essentially, this is a bigger boat in a smaller package.

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The yard is one of the most influential players on the American market but it’s also aiming to woo the international markets with the new Ocean Alexander 90R

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Parisotto + Formenton Architetti

DESIGNING BOATS DEMANDS SEAFARING EXPERIENCE

by Marta Bernasconi

Yachts. And interior design, hospitality, fashion and food retail.

An across-the-board approach that has earned the studio a fine reputation across the globe

This page, he installation created by the studio for the Interni Human Spaces event that took place during the last Milan Salone del Mobile: a reflection on environmental themes and sustainable development.

Right, Aldo Parisotto (right) and Massimo Formenton

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did the interior décor, a contemporary take on classic maritime styling and the look and feel of the boats of the 1950s and 60s.

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The cockpit aboard the 2016 Sanlorenzo SL96 for which the studio

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he home page of their website is something of a manifesto for these two architects’ personal design vision. A confection of clean lines, meticulous detailing and clearly-defined spaces. Aldo Parisotto and

Massimo Formenton founded their studio in Padua (North of Italy) in 1990 but also opened an office in Milan in 2004. Their work spans museum, commercial, managerial and residential spaces but they have a particular vocation for international interior and retail design. When we met with Aldo Parisotto to discuss the broad scope of the duo’s work and their multifaceted personalities, he also revealed a surprising connection to the sea and yacht design. “I spent my summers at the sea when I was growing up and I always liked boats from when I got my first inflatable. When I was 18, I got my nautical licence – a dream come true,” begins Parisotto, who has holidayed at the sea every year since he graduated. “I bought my first sailing boat in 1999 and started competing in it. Now I’m completely addicted. I compete in a 75’ Mylius mini-maxi, an aggressive racer that has all the comfort of a superyacht when cruising… but I might not stop there…” Design-wise, Parisotto chose to retain the DNA of the Mylius boat penned by Alberto Simeone, simply making some modifications to the interiors such as the use of smoked eucalyptus, mahogany and carbon look finishes to complement the model’s sporty vocation.

His great love of sailing combined with his profession as a designer marked out Parisotto’s destiny and thus that of the studio which has also ventured into yacht interior design. “We started out with Grand Soleil, with some consultancy work on personalising a 37, a 46 (which I also owned) and a Truthfully, yacht design demands a lot of specialist expertise. You have less

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50. Then we moved on to various different craft, getting quite experimental.

This shot, below and bottom opposite page, Oscar 3, the Mylius 65 (launched in 2016). built for Aldo Parisotto himself (he had previously owned the Mylius 50’ Oscar2). Because of his interior design background, Parisotto brought a crossover of tastes and experience in terms of layouts,

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Above, the interiors and exterior of the Nespresso store in Milan. Below, a residential design for a villa at Conegliano in the Northern Italian Veneto region

margin of error and it is difficult to really invent anything new.

But our across-the-board, multidisciplinary design approach involves the kind of mentality that is eager to experiment and innovate,” he reveals.

There is one issue on which Parisotto refuses to budge, however: he is adamant that yacht designers have to have seafaring experience. Ergonomics and safety are both vital factors and anyone that doesn’t know what sailing or offshore racing involves, for example, can run the risk of making errors with potentially serious consequences. “Some people design nautical interiors with sharp angles without thinking about the fact that in upwind sailing, the boat heels sharply and safety is pivotal. From a formal point of view, I am a purist and I bring meticulous attention to detail and a very spare kind of language to my design work. Aboard, I use curved lines because I have to but I always keep things pared back. Decorative elements and the ornate are not my thing.

Aspirationally, my touchstone would be the refined, unostentatious sobriety of Hermès,” Parisotto says. Parisotto and Formenton have been involved in retail fashion and design since 1995 because they have been so quick to interpret the radical changes that have swept the industry over the last 25 years. “These days, brands change their commercial format every four years. They talk out emotions, they give their customers an experience: simply showcasing a product is no longer the most important thing. You need to communicate the brand values, tell a story in an involving way and we love doing that with emotive installations”. An approach that demands rigour and purity but also experimentation and emotion.

Mind and heart. The art of design and the craft of sailing are one and the same for Parisotto+Formenton in other words.

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A 24m mini maxi with clean, severe lines as her trademark. A pristine example of unwavering style and elegance. A blue water cruiser that will more than hold her own in competition from the pen of Nautor’s go-to designer, Germà n Frers

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ack to the future’ is one way of summing up the

prepreg sprint epoxy sandwich with Corecell foam core. The fixed

design and production philosophy behind Kinina,

keel draws 4m (with other options available). Taller topsides are

the second 78’ from Nautor’s new Swan Line and

the only price paid for normally unthinkable volumes for a yacht

heir to an enduring bloodline that did so much to

of this size in addition to peerless stability in all weather and sea

turn the Leonardo Ferragamo-owned Finnish yard

conditions. Kinina is a fast, balanced yacht that covers more sea in

into a yachting legend. The Swan 78’s length was, in fact, a very

less time with very little stress on either rigging or gear. She is, in

deliberate choice. Thanks to masterful work on its volumes and

fact, more stable and better balanced both at anchor and underway.

proportions by designer Germán Frers and Swan Yachts Product

Her hull sections have a tapered entrance and a broader, more

Line Leader, Vanni Galgani, it is an impressive mini maxi with

powerful aft section. They are designed to retain their symmetry

the space and liveability of a 90’. On the one hand, it complies

at different heeling angles to achieve the optimal balance between

with EC 24 requirements, avoiding complex and costly bureaucracy

performance and sea kindliness. It should come as no surprise

and on the other, guarantees long, comfortable cruises for family

that German Frers took his inspiration from ocean racer forms

and friends even with short-handed crews. Compared to Nautor’s

but has also honed them to deliver a hull that doesn’t change its

previous 80’ and 82 models, the 78’ is broader in the beam and more

longitudinal trim on the heel. The optimal heel angle is between 18° and 20°. As the heel angle increases, the geometry in the water alters to adapt to the new position. The windward rudder lifts while the leeward one dips progressively, simultaneously becoming more perpendicular and more efficient. The deck plan is likewise a masterpiece of clean, uncluttered ergonomics, thanks to the fact that all the sail controls are clustered around the steering position and that the working area is separate from the living area amidships which is covered by a large bimini and equipped with two tables. The overall interior layout sees the saloon and engine room amidships for optimal weight distribution and there is also a double VIP cabin and two twin guests. Owners also have a choice of putting the master suite forward or aft. Kinina’s owner chose the Owner Forward option. The result is a cabin 4.5m long with a large island bed, closets and a head with separate shower.

As she has a semi-raised saloon, Kinina also treats her guests to extraordinary sweeping views from her 6m-wide saloon, thanks to the coachroof design and large windows that draw spectacular amounts of natural light into the interior. She has a typically Swan Nordic feel as a result of hand-rubbed satin-finish quarter-cut oak Swan and the soft, light colours chosen by the owner. Her teak

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powerful. Its modern lines hug a flared stern above the waterline

and oak flooring is a sophisticated new addition that adds both

which converts to a beach platform and can house tender and toys.

refinement and movement to the interior. Ergonomically speaking,

It also boasts twin rudders and a sporty hull form that helped it to

Kinina is an exceptional example of maritime culture at its best: no

first place in the ORC 0 category at the 2019 Giraglia St Tropez-

sharp angles, excellently distributed grab rails, beautifully designed

Monaco. All of which point to the Argentinean designer’s desire

spaces which feel both welcoming and secure, generous headroom,

to incorporate contemporary styling cues and solutions developed

broad walkways, harmonious flows, superb noise and vibration

over the course of his lengthy career and tested out on the water

damping... Designed by sailors for sailors who like to eat up the

by the Pietersaari Swans over three decades of cruising the world’s

nautical miles with understated determination, this Swan instantly

seas and competing in international regattas. The hull, formed on a

won the heart of the market and applause from the yachting media

female mould, is glass fibre with carbon-fibre reinforcements while

alike. Because Swans are born, not made.

the deck and structures are entirely in carbon-fibre. Lamination is

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Simple, natural materials dominate the interior.

The fabric and leather trims are hard-wearing and easy to maintain.

The colour palette is light and beautifully compliments the real star of the show, wood.

The airy, wonderfully hospitable cockpit (above) has a working area aft with the lounge amidships

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The teak main deck is impressively uncluttered and ergonomic. The yacht, which draws four metres, has a hull made from high-performance glass fibre reinforced with unidirectional carbon-fibre, while her deck and structures are carbon-fibre. The transom, bottom left, is high off the water and converts to a beach platform with space inside for tender and toys

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inina is a family cruiser with the typical volumes of a 90’. She’s very spacious but, like all Swans, also high performance. The hull lines are more modern than in the past: a broader stern above the waterline, twin rudders and the keel design make the boat faster, safer and easier to control and thus more comfortable at sea. Optionals include a retractable telescopic keel, a deep fixed keel and a medium-draught fixed keel which have the same stability, rudder configuration and standard sail plan. The hull sections were designed to retain their symmetry at different heel angles with an optimal balance between performance and sea conditions. Her consistently wide stern section aids stability and affords superb comfort... The mix of these different qualities delivers maximum performance in extreme safety, all wrapped up in a package of rare beauty and elegance. We also worked very closely with Maestro Frers on the interiors and even made a 1:1 scale model to check the ergonomics and composition of the spaces. But then walking through mock-ups is all part of the Swan experience! Many of the furnishings are sandwich with wooden laminate finishes, and the joinery units are 3D modelled and CNC-milled to guarantee perfect alignment.

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Interior Designer Heini Gustafsson, Senior Designer, Interior and Styling

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he owner, an expert sailor, had a very clear idea of what he wanted: a boat with a large saloon, two guest cabins aft and the master forward (Kinina is the OF - Owner Forward version), capable of long distance sailing and also very comfortable. With regard to styling, I took a practical approach that resulted in a sober look with simple, easy to use, natural materials. More specifically, we opted for hard-wearing, high performance fabrics and leathers that were, most importantly of all, easy to clean.

Given that she is a blue water yacht designed for long distance cruising, Kinina offers large social areas that are both luxurious and safe. The stern is dedicated to the crew area and the two twin guest cabins, while the bow is dedicated to the full-beam master

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suite (with desk, bathroom, closets and large island bed) and the VIP cabin. The main joinery wood is quarter-cut European oak with a hand-rubbed satin finish. It has a lovely straight vertical grain that creates typically clean, understated Swan aesthetic.

The beauty of oak is that it looks wonderful when paired with different materials and colours. The laminate wood finishes on the furnishings also work as robust grab points underway, while folding chairs can be securely affixed to the floor at sea. The coffee table top in the saloon rotates to reveal poufs and a tray on the other side. Kinina’s owner opted for a classic colour palette of soft, light hues to highlight the colour and elegance of the wood. The floor is teak with light oak strips: this is a new combination for us

and we loved it because it is innovative but never invasive.

All the onboard furnishings are fixed and designed and built by Nautor. The bathroom and kitchen tops are made from Corian with Hans Grohe fittings, the dining chairs

are by Manutti. Ultraleather Brisa is used for the handrail and table details, while Sunbrella fabrics were applied to the upholstery, sofas and other seating. The downlights are by John Cullen, bed linen by Pratesi and white goods by Miele.

The main wood selected for the interiors is quarter-cut European oak with a handrubbed satin finish. The floors alternate teak and oak, a first for Swan to bring movement to the interiors and prevent a sense of monotony setting in. The owner asked for absolutely uniform styling – which is understated and functional – in both the guest areas and the crew mess (below)

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Kinina’s plumb bow and fixed bowsprit have a sculptural severity.

German Frers once again confirms that elegance is part of his DNA. The more modern lines he has designed the 78 have transformed Kinina into a fast, safe, easy to handle yacht that is, as a result, very comfortable at sea

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he Swan 78 is the result of our idea of differentiating our product to meet the needs of our owners and underpins the brand strategy of dividing the range into three product lines: Club Swan Yachts for racing owners and Swan Yachts and Maxi Swan Division for more cruiser-oriented souls. After carefully analysing the market, we came to the conclusion we should develop a different design that combined the traditional performance of a Swan with modern lines that deliver comfort and very ample volumes. We are targeting owners for whom performance, quality and technology, but also comfort and style, are fundamental factors in choosing a boat. The aim is to offer the right craft to our clients who want to go up in size and gradually get into the maxi world. The Swan 78 gives the opportunity to approach the superyacht segment with a 24m boat that offers some of the typical features of custom and semi-customs: the space and volumes of larger yachts and the opportunity to personalise their boat in terms of layout (with the possibility of having the master cabin forward or aft) and interior design by choosing woods and fabrics. Plus, as is the case with all Swans, the 78 had to be a powerhouse of comfort, safety and performance to sail all the world’s seas while simultaneously being able give its owner a fun time in competition. The four examples launched so far - and the sixth in build - prove that we were right on the money in that regard! Don’t forget that like all Swans, the 78’ got a thorough 4,000 nm shakedown sailing from the Baltic to the Mediterranean…

Currently our biggest markets are Northern Europe and the Mediterranean but we are returning to the US with our smaller boats quite confident that our American owners will want to grow with us. The same applies to Asia where interest in boats is starting to move, particularly with the new generations and the upgrading of dedicated facilities.

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[ TECHNOLOGY ]

MAGIC SCREENS

Team Italia continues to break exciting new ground with its leading-edge, fully-custom bridge systems.

by Paola Bertelli And has now added its partnership with Rolls Royce and a new road map to the fray

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he superyacht bridge systems that Team Italian is presenting

based on its I-Bridge ® and I-Chart® platforms which have evolved

these days are astonishingly advanced and futuristic. More

steadily over the years.

importantly still, they are increasingly integrated because as

“In Team Italia,” continues Minnella, “we never replicate the

Team Italia co-founder and CEO Massimo Minnella points out

same model, our bridges are unique, full-custom items born of

“integration is fundamental. The number of systems present

collaboration between owners, captains, the yards’ technical

aboard superyachts is growing all the time. It is one thing for a

offices and designers. Our work involves creating the best

captain to have to manage 20 different systems that all work in

possible integration that will satisfy not merely the technological

different ways and quite another to use 20 systems but manage

requirements but also ergonomic, elegance and exclusivity

them using the same human-machine interface. It is actually

expectations for the wheelhouses we work on without ever losing

a safety issue”. Team Italia was founded in 2000 and since

sight of the safety issue”. At this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, no

2003 has focused on optimising and integrating navigational,

less than five of the superyacht’s present were sporting Team

telecommunications, safety and data transmissions equipment

Italia systems, including Attila, a 64m Sanlorenzo which has the

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The bridge aboard the Columbus 80m Dragon (top) incorporates the Onyx Marine automation system which can also be remotely controlled and can not only be used for maintenance but also remote tests and controls. Right and bottom, the innovative I-Bridge with transparent Head Up Display superimposes data on the actual navigation view

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[ TECHNOLOGY ] Team Italia was founded in 2000 and in 2003 presented its first integrated systems based on its I-Bridge platform which it then evolved over the years.

The Engineering and R&D Departments are the very core of the business and are flanked in their endeavours by the Design Office which guarantees a sleek, ergonomic look to the technologies which are used in a variety of different yachts

I-Bridge® and transparent Head Up Display. The latter allows

At the very core of the company are the Engineering and R&D

the real navigation scenario to be overlapped with the main

departments which are flanked by the Design Office.

information on courses, waypoints, and AIS/ARPA targets

Given the speed the modern tech world is changing at, R&D

as well as other safety-relevant data. Another was the 50m

is absolutely essential to evaluating the constant stream of new

Riva Race which uses the I-Bridge® with multicontrol and 4K

technologies coming from a variety of other sectors. The R&D

stretched display. Navigation is made easier too by the exclusive

department analyses, tests and then either approves or rejects the

Team Italia EMAS (Electronic Mooring Assistant System), which

latter: “Not all technologies are suitable for naval application.

processes data from laser sensors to simplify controlling the boat

There aren’t technologies created specifically for the nautical

when mooring. The Custom Line Navetta 42 with the integrated

sector. There are technologies and there are companies like

I-Bridge® with 36” 4K ultrastretch display and the Benetti 63m

ours who evaluate them and apply them to the nautical sphere if

Metis were other examples as was the Columbus 80m Dragon

they make the grade”. Team Italia’s latest step towards an even

which also boasts a system from Onyx Marine, a Team Italia

brighter future is its new partnership with Rolls Royce which

Group company specialising in automation systems.

aims to take integration to places it has either never gone before

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The Team Italia systems are all custom-made. Above, the integrated I-Bridge® aboard the Custom Line Navetta 42 has a 36” 4K ultrastretch display. Right, the bridge aboard Metis, the new 63m from Benetti

or not been fully exploited.

“We designed a development road map with Rolls Royce on a single platform from which all the onboard systems from navigation to automation can be managed, including propulsion and data management in the cloud. This will facilitate all vessel management activities including analytics which are vital to the engineering divisions of the yards themselves,” concludes Minnella.

This news opens up a whole new world in which Team Italia and Rolls Royce are well ahead of the crowd in honing exciting technologies that will set the pace in the coming years.

The first developments will be revealed in 2020 in the form of the MTU SmartBridge developed by Team Italia for Rolls Royce.

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[ CHASE BOAT: PERINI NAVI ]

THE SAME BUT

DIFFERENT

A strong common thread links Perini’s first motoryacht with its larger sailing siblings. Part tender, part chase boat, part explorer, the new Eco-Tender also reveals a high-tech heart

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he Eco-tender is a 25m yacht built like a 60m – in other words, like an extra-luxe full-custom vessel!” Perini Navi president and CEO Lamberto

Tacoli’s eloquent description of the first Perini Navi-branded motoryacht and the first ever planing motoryacht to be produced by the Viareggio shipyard.

A project that came into being because the tech-savvy owners of a Perini 50m sailer wanted a tender more comfortable than a regular RIB that would allow them explore coastal regions and shallow waters while their ketch was anchored further out due to her deep draft. Because they are also avid nature lovers, they also wanted to be able to venture into protected marine areas at speeds of six to seven knots and that meant zero-emissions navigation. Last but not least, they specified a boat that would mirror the elegant lines, quality and comfort of the mother vessel, be independent and also allow them to host more guests. In short, their lovely new tender was to be a sort of extension of the ketch.

Perini Navi took these instructions onboard with its usual impeccable

The support boat to a 50m Perini

professionalism and then responded by tailoring the concept of the 25m Eco-

sailing yacht, the Eco-Tender is a

Tender around its clients’ wishes, starting with the fact that they wanted a craft

full-custom creation with a diesel-

that effortlessly complemented the family boat. The Perini Navi motoryacht’s

electric hybrid propulsion system

main deck is the same height as the ketch’s to make transferring guests from

developed by Siemens. It is also

one to the other extremely easy. Even the sunken seating area on the foredeck

the first ever planing motoryacht

was a deliberate choice to allow the owner to purse his passion for wildlife

from the Viareggio group

and nature photography.

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[ CHASE BOAT ] At the other end of the boat, the layout is quite conventional

to drive the water jets; 4) zero-emissions mode: silent, zero-

and devoted to sunning and swimming. The aft cockpit has

emissions manoeuvres or short trips, a battery pack can be

loungers and sun pad areas and there is a beach area too to

used to power both water jets via the e-motors, delivering a

forge a connection with the sea.

speed of eight knots for around an hour.

The timelessly elegant exterior styling is also underscored in

In battery mode, for instance, the tender can make her way

the interiors by the use of that most marine of woods, teak,

through marine reserves at gentle speeds, producing neither

which here has been brushed and is combined with white

emissions nor noise. However, the owners also specifically

panelling that brightens and adds character to the spaces.

requested particular focus on reducing noise levels for all the

The main deck layout includes a dinette-saloon and a large

propulsion modes. The onboard systems, including the hybrid

galley. Below decks lie a full-beam VIP cabin amidships and

propulsion, can be controlled using the Team Italia I-Bridge

a double forward with a twin between them. All are en suite,

Multitouch’s 4K high res touchscreen, trackball and jogger too.

naturally.

www.perininavi.it

The Eco-Tender’s many innovations begin with its sophisticated Siemens-developed hybrid propulsion system which offers a choice of four different drive modes for superb flexibility. 1) Diesel mode with two MAN (2x1213 kW) engines coupled

Designed and built in-house, the yacht boasts brushed

with two Hamilton water jets for a maximum speed of 30

teak interiors featuring white panelling that enhances

knot. 2) Hybrid mode: one engine drives the neighbouring

the natural light from the side windows and skylights.

water jet and also acts as a generator, powering the electric

The saloon has a cool, contemporary aesthetic (below

motor which drives the other water jet; 3)Diesel-electric mode:

and top right). The lower deck is home to a VIP stateroom

a 130 kW generator provides electricity to the two e-motors

(bottom right) and two two-berth guests

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[ INTERVIEW WITH.... LAMBERTO TACOLI ]

CONSOLIDATING BY FOCUSSING ON INNOVATION

In 2017 Lamberto Tacoli took the helm at Perini Navi at the same

million in 2018, and we’re set to close 2019 in even better shape, at

time it was taken over by the Tabacchi family, which gave the task of

around 80 million euro.

implementing its new course and appointed him president and CEO.

During the annual press conference at MYS 2019 you released statements

We interviewed him recently.

reflecting the success you’ve been having, and you also mentioned three

Mr. Tacoli, could you sum up these first two years of operations?

signed letters of intent for the purchase of three new yachts.

They’ve been very intense years during which we worked on various

They’re very concrete commitments that I hope to be finalising soon – a

fronts, starting above all by consolidating the efficiency of our yards in

92-metre Falcon Rig sail yacht, a 47-metre E-volution sail yacht and a

Tuzla, Turkey, Viareggio and La Spezia. At the moment we have seven

74-metre motor yacht.

yachts under construction, including two motor yachts, 53m and 56m,

Given your 30 years of experience with motor superyachts and

and five sail yachts, three 42m, a 47m and a 60m. At the moment our

megayachts, it could be predicted that Tacoli’s arrival in Perini would

order book stands at 160 million euro, while production value over

herald a significant boost in its activities and business. The number of

the past couple of years has risen from 35 million euro in 2017 to 66

motoryacht projects you’ve presented, partly confirms this, but in the light of what you’re saying sail yachts remain central to the Perini’s operations?

It couldn’t really be otherwise, because Perini has almost always been the undisputed leader in sail megayacht construction. The founder, Fabio Perini, gave his craft a well-defined identity. Not only luxury objects, they were also extremely technological, cutting-edge yachts. We’ve no intention of abandoning this heritage – in fact, we want to strengthen it. We’ve extended our motoryacht offer, but we’ve also developed new sail yachts that don’t deny the past but present concepts that have obviously been given a makeover to reflect current ideas, interpreted using the most up-to-date technology but also in line with the tastes and requirements of today’s owners.

The most important news is that we’ll soon be seeing a new Perini sail yacht with the rig that made the Maltese Falcon an iconic craft.

The 92-metre I talked about is the largest in a line of five designs that

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starts from a 56-metre and goes on to a 64, 72 and 80-metre, called Giovanni Malgarini

the Perini Navi Falcon Rig. Under the leadership of Franco Romani, our designers succeeded in balancing the large volumes of the flagship (the yacht is laid out over four decks - ed) with a linear design that retains the classic Perini style elements, so it’s unmistakeable.

This is reinforced by the adoption of this particular rig with carbon masts, not three as on the Maltese Falcon but two, and they can carry a sail area of 2,400 square metres. Compared to the 2006 model the system has become even more efficient, from the point of view of both aerodynamics and monitoring and automated rigging management. The rigging’s all hidden, there are no lines on the deck, no line or cable in sight.

Another piece of news that emerged at the MYS 2019 is your collaboration with French designer Ora Ito. He’s a true creative, and until his encounter with Perini he’d never had anything to do with yachts, so he could provide an unbiased interpretation of iconic designs like the Perini 56 m, our most successful model. The result is the Perini Navi/Ora Ito “capsule”, a concept that provides food for thought, an unusual reading that that’s bound to provide some excellent ideas.

WE THINK THIS FALCON RIG IS BOTH THE PRESENT AND FUTURE FOR LARGE SAIL YACHTS

Lamberto Tacoli (above) CEO and President of Perini Navi at the Monaco Boat Show announced seven yachts under construction and three letters of intent, one of which for a 92m sail yacht, the first in a new line of builds between 56 and 92m recalling the Maltese Falcon (below the 56-meter) Opposite, top the Perini Navi/Ora Ito “capsule” and below 74-metre motor yacht deigned by Horacio Bozzo

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[ BESPOKE ]

A W H O L E N E W TA K E O N WO O D F LO O R S Listone Giordano has brought its inimitable touch to the interiors of Sanlorenzo’s luxury yachts with sleekly innovative geometric patterns for floors and much more!

by Marta Bernasconi - ph. Jim Raycroft rif. SLIDE

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xploring the potential of a material as timelessly classic as wood and using it to create genuinely innovative designs are the two things that drive Listone Giordano,

which has held the patent for its Multilayer flooring since 1984. The latter delivers the ultimate in a beautiful wood finish but is also exceptionally hard-wearing and superbly constructed. Working hand-in-glove the Sanlorenzo yard and American studio Marty Lowe, Listone Giordano created the interiors of the luxury yacht built at the Ligurian yard. The latter has large open plan spaces with enormous windows that not only draw natural light inwards but also instigate a dialogue with the horizon beyond. This spatial design concept inspired the Listone Giordano team to create a genuinely new custom design. The brand’s deputy president Andrea Margaritelli explains: “We thought about trimming the surfaces of the interior spaces which essentially flow as an open-plan area from stem to stern, with a reinterpretation of the whole idea of geometric surfaces. This meant that the wood wasn’t just being used as the natural material par excellence but also brought elegance and decorative potential into the equation without taking from

A very decorative Listone Giordano product was selected for the Sanlorenzo SX88 (top).

It has an original trapezoidal geometric design that helps add a personal touch without overpowering the overall look of the décor

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[ BESPOKE ]

Patricia Urquiola, who designed the interiors of the Sanlorenzo SD96

the real elements that make boats such a magical

(below), used Listone Giordano’s Biscuit 5 Small flooring to bring a sense

place i.e. the sea and light”. In other words, it was

of greater depth to the onboard spaces. The surface and tongue and

as if using wood for the various flooring solutions

groove fittings have a soft, slightly cupped look which also continues in

actually created the perfect bond between land and

the exterior teak (left). It is made using numerically controlled machines

sea. In this particular instance, wood is a traditional choice but is also used in a contemporary way, very much in line with the furnishing choices. “The flooring we designed stands out because of its high tech content which translates into greater stability and that is what the Listone Giordano patented system is all about. Aesthetically, its geometric trapezoidal pattern also creates a new take on the classic rectangular floor board concept”. In terms of finishes, we loved the solutions created in collaboration with designer Daniele Lago for the Natural Genius Slide in Pienza, an original reinterpretation of weathered wood but with a high degree of protection from wear-and-tear and wet. It also boasts an antibacterial treatment.

Listone Giordano gave virtuoso display of its design flexibility in the Sanlorenzo SD96 on which it worked with celebrated designer and architect

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Patricia Urquiola who did the interior project.

by soft, elegant lines, which create a sense of

Listone Giordano evolved its Natural Genius

breath and depth in a room. Here parquet goes

collection to produce the Biscuit wood floors

well beyond the classic spatial and functional

created using special numerically controlled

confines: in the master bedroom, for instance,

machines in six different versions plus various

it also trims the walls, cocooning the space in

personalisation options.

colour and warmth.

Urquiola chose Biscuit 5 Small, which features

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[ CHASE BOAT: MONTECARLO YACHTS ]

THE POWER OF TWO...

The yard’s biggest, brightest, most comfortable and luxurious yacht to date: Carlo Nuvolari and Dan Lenard have recrafted the styling of the new craft to meld innovation with continuity a decade after the launch of the first model 140

by Roberto Franzoni

Large windows on the main deck and in the hull lighten the yacht’s aggressive profile.

Monte Carlo Yachts’ signature round portholes in the sides feature also

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he MCY 76 is not just a new generation boat but also an homage to the very first model

The open plan saloon (above) with central

Monte Carlo Yachts built 10 years ago,” declares proud Monte Carlo Yachts CEO Fabrizio

galley separating the lounge from the

Iarrera. “It is the start of our story and we are delighted to present its successor”. The new MCY

steering position. The dining table has a

76 is the symbol too of the Monfalcone yard’s constant search for innovation. Although Monte

Carrrara marble top (below). The sleeping

Carlo Yachts always retains its trademark elegance and charm, it consistently improves and

quarters on the lower deck (top left), the

innovates all of its signatures and its unmistakable style. Innovation that does not break the

master suite (right) with king-size bed,

thread of continuity is the founding principle behind the second generation of the MCY collection

takes up the entire six-metre beam

which, as always, comes from the pen of the Venice-based Nuvolari-Lenard studio. “The new MCY 76 is a great result,” confirm Carlo Nuvolari and Dan Lenard. “It is the natural evolution of everything that is good about the MCY collection but pushes it further too. It is very much part of the family in terms of its concept and design but also original in its materials, details and the onboard living solutions”.

Nuvolari and Lenard have succeeded in designing a yacht that retains the yard’s family feeling whilst also revealing a distinct personality all of its own.

Imposing flanks that rise steadily towards the bow hug large windows that integrate the large interlocking portholes that have become an MYC signature, lightening the design of the topsides.

The windows on the main deck curve softly to lighten the side view of the yacht as well as yielding the bright, sunny interiors.

The new MCY 76 design focuses also on extending the liveable space aboard and creating a very direct, evocative sense of contact with the sea and outside world.

The main deck saloon is dominated by a mix of subtle and powerful contrasts that produce a sense of harmony in a space completed by a broad wood planked flooring laid across the beam.

This in turn creates an incomparable sense of space. The main day area features a large sofa with chaise offset by armchairs in a contrasting colour. This creates an unusual yet elegant lounge

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bathed in sunlight coming through the full-height windows.

Further forward is the dining area and galley with a U-shaped worktop opposite the table which can easily seat six people.

The galley and table share the same marble tops – an attractive touch. The fact that the cockpit, saloon and dining area/ galley are all on the same level and feel undivided lends the interior an unparalleled sense of spaciousness and breath too.

The vast master suite lies further aft but is centrally positioned to make the most of the near-six-metre beam. This luxurious, refined apartment seems to extend out through intriguing A close-up of the curving,

interlocking portholes which make up its two large windows.

protected walkways which lead

The king-size bed is surrounded by plenty of space and there

to the al fresco foredeck lounge.

is also a desk and a sofa, which given its size and the way the

The 23-metre has an elegantly

arms have been crafted, can easily be used as a chaise longue.

dynamic profile spanning two

A large walk-in closet has been cleverly placed so that it

decks plus a flybridge. Powered

serves both the cabin and the bathroom, another classy

by twin 1,400 hp engines, it tops

design touch. An abundance of natural light on the lower

out at 30 knots and cruises at 24

deck brightens the interiors still further. This creates a very pleasant atmosphere while the guest cabins are laid out with sleek functionality. The use of natural stone for the handbasins, floors and vertical surfaces combined with large mirrors also creates a sense of spaciousness in all the bathrooms aboard feel.

Convenience and well-sized walkways lead to the bow on deck, converging, in typical Monte Carlo Yachts style, at the edge of the windshield and leading to what feels like a genuine sea-front terrace. Nuvolari and Lenard have achieved here an infinity pool-like optical effect here: the area seems to float effortlessly and freely over the sea, cocooning the guests in luxury teak and white, and yielding unparalleled views.

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THE PLACE

TO BE

The Monaco Yacht Show is definitely the most eagerlyawaited event of the year. For four days, the Principality turns into the world capital of yachting as it hosts the most beautiful craft of the year and reveals the leading trends

by Désirée Sormani

“W

e work to offer the most prestigious superyachting event to the new generation of customers. Our responsibility is to offer our visitors an

entertaining and instructive plunge into the world of superyachting, while serving the interests of the industry. In other words, to encourage encounters between final clients and the best players in the market.” The words of Monaco Yacht Show General Manager Gaëlle Tallarida proved prophetic indeed. The feedback from exhibitors on the 29th MYS (25 to 28 September) is more than positive with the market powering ahead and the organisers reporting a larger number of private visitors to Monaco’s Port Hercule this year, the majority being potential clients from the US, Russia, Britain, China and India.

There is no doubt that the MYS is the luxury yachting world’s most important event of the year. This is the place to be. Its four days bring announcements of new joint ventures and the unveiling of stunning superyacht projects and technologies, all with glorious Monte-Carlo acting as a glittering backdrop. Everyone who is

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This year’s MYS featured over 125 superyachts with an estimated total value of around €4 billion and an average length of close to 50 metres. 42 were new launches making their world debut.

Centre of this shot, Race, the first Riva 50m designed by Officina Italiana Design

anyone in the yachting world is there.

2019’s fleet was the most impressive ever to be presented and spanned more than 125 superyachts with an estimated total value of around 4 billion. A massive 42 were making their world debuts. Around 40% (50) of the total were built by Italian shipyards. Add in the craft on the brokerage and charter listings and that rises to 46 %. In other words, nearly every second boat at the show was Italian.

Many non-Italian yards also turn to Italian designers for their exterior lines and interiors too, of course.

There were 14 megayachts of over 70 metres too, including two over 100m: the 111m Tis by Lürssen and the 106m Amadea brought along by Imperial Yachts.

On the eve of the MYS, four of the year’s top designs were honoured at the 6th Monaco Yacht Show Superyacht Awards ceremony. Attila (64m, Sanlorenzo) won the MYS/RINA Award for her design, which complies with the environmental standards established by RINA. Tis, the brand-new 111m from Lürssen, took

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the MYS Interior Design Award, while Excellence (80m, Abeking &

These pages, some of the yachts unveiled at the

Rasmussen) went home with both the MYS Exterior Design Award, and

MYS. Above, the sun deck aboard Lilium, a 60m

the ultra-coveted MYS Finest New Superyacht Award.

from Bilgin. Top, two shots of the gigantic 111m

The ONE Yacht and Design was on hand as always and will soon be bringing readers a full report.

The 2019 MYS buzzed with optimism and next year’s event, which takes place between September 23rd and 26th 2020, will be extra special as the Show celebrates its 30th anniversary. www.monacoyachtshow.com

Tis from Lürssen, the largest yacht at the MYS.

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Facing page, clockwise from top, the 55m Baglietto Severins° by Baglietto designed by Paszkowski Design, the Benetti 63m Metis with exteriors by Giorgio M. Cassetta and the Cantiere delle Marche’s Audace penned by Floating Life and Studio Sculli

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IMMERSE

YOURSELF!

Gabriele Teruzzi’s Elle.D is more than just a creative milestone for the young designer - her 108 sqm sun deck, 79 sqm beach club and stunning sky lounge turn yachting into the immersive experience he feels the new generation of clients is demanding

A

t first sight, the 42m navetta Elle.D exudes the air of a luxurious and very private residence. But in reality, she is the first milestone on Gabriele

Teruzzi’s path to becoming a strong, independent voice in yacht design. “The designer’s role is to forge an experience out of thin air,” says the rising talent who grabbed the attention of the international media attention with the radical 150m Shaddai concept in 2016. A graduate of Turin’s prestigious Istituto Europeo, Teruzzi also spent five years as one of A.M. Yacht Design of Trieste’s leading collaborators working on a wide array of prestige craft for the likes of Mangusta, Fairline, Azimut and Dominator. In 2018, however, he felt the time had come to open his own studio and has since worked with industry giants Lürssen and Fincantieri with Mauro Parodi, Senior VP Fincantieri Yachts, describing him as “a fresh talent.”

The aforementioned Elle.D feels very much like a celebration of Teruzzi’s new creative voyage and his declared ambition to set “a new benchmark for grasping

by Mary Hegarty

the unthinkable and executing the unimaginable”. Teruzzi believes very strongly too that contemporary yacht design should reach out to a new generation

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Elle.D’s vocation for immersing her guests in the surrounding environment is clear from these shots of her generous exteriors, interiors and expansive windows. Of particular note: the centrepiece pool with waterfall, lavish sun pads, and sun deck.

Also: Gabriele Teruzzi at work

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Near-floor-to-ceiling windows and a warm yet light colour palette for Elle.D’s contemporary interiors continue to blur the boundaries between interior and exterior. The beach club too is the place to be as the sun sets

of clients and anticipate their demand for a more immersive

Long swathes of windowing adorn the sides and superstructure

experience. This is something Elle.D, the result of a collaboration

to further enhance the immersive experience for owners and

with NavalHEAD’s Andrea Agrusta , does to perfection. At the very

passengers alike. Lastly, a 79 sqm beach club boasts a dual layout

core of her design is a panoramic sky lounge on her upper deck

American bar flanked by L-shaped sofas and a centrepiece pool and

which is designed to create the ambience of a metropolitan high

waterfall. Elle.D accommodates 10 guests in four VIP staterooms

rise. The views are, of course, absolutely spectacular but the eye is

and a 67 sqm owner’s suite, in addition to a crew of seven. She

also drawn to a meticulously crafted and very spacious layout that

also has ample stowage for toys, not least a 5.1m tender and two

seems to naturally draw in its surroundings. A sleek, cool aesthetic

jet skis.

is complimented by lots of natural light. Elle.D’s massive 108 sqm

her dimensions, she is not only stylistically innovative but also

sun deck also features an American bar, a dining area and a lounge

focused on the senses.

area, while her foredeck has a cosy, intimate lounge area with pool.

www.gabrieleteruzzi.com

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By blurring the conventional boundaries for a yacht of

Experience, Efficiency and Exclusivity

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[ TENDER ]

STAR IN THE

MAKING

by Fabio Petrone

Cooler than cool: Nerea Yacht has chosen a runabout as its debut model. Sculpted lines, lots of teak and blistering performance are the bywords with this sublimely chic, elegant superyacht tender. The NY24 comes from the pens of Alessio Battistini and Davide Bernardini

D

ario Messina drew on his 20 years of yachting industry experience to launch the Nerea Yacht brand which answers the call from clients demanding craft that are both

beautiful and beautifully crafted, in signature Made In Italy style, as well as brimming with personality and customisable features.

For his debut he has selected that most iconic of all motorboats, the runabout. The NY24 ticks all the right boxes historically with a signature flared, decked bow and a large cockpit where guests can enjoy that matchless combination of sun and speed. Runabouts are making a massive comeback as tenders to large yachts these days and are looking as if they might soon become as popular as they once were in the glory days of the 50s and 60s.

Stretching 7.35 metres in length and 2.5 in the beam, the NY24 has a vee-hull with a 18.5° deadrise which not only guarantees very nippy speeds but can cope with rough seas as it unleashes the full power of its 300 hp Volvo Penta D4 diesel engine coupled with a Duo-Prop stern drive.

The pens behind the NY24 are Alessio Battistini and Davide Bernardini of ideaeITALIA, who have produced a boat with an unusual raked sheer line that creates a sense of dynamism underscored by the lines that sculpt flanks and surfaces into which the large tinted window that draws light into the cabin, has been set.

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To keep the bow lines pure, the anchor hides away and is deployed and retracted using a special electromechanical system. The NY24 is powered by a 300 hp Volvo Penta D4 diesel

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An oversize cockpit and a decked bow are two of the classic runabout signatures that appear. The design of the stern is original with the stepped transom/swim platform proving easy access to the sea

The very heart of the NY24 is, however, its generous central cockpit where the dinette can convert to a further sun pad in addition to the aft one.

The NY24’s bow, on the other hand, is wonderfully pure and clean. The anchor is stowed in an anchor locker and only appears when activated from the steering position – the kind of electromechanical system not normally found on a craft of these dimensions.

The below decks layout is quite classic day cruiser fare but in the best possible way: it features settees convert to a large double berth and a hideaway head.

In terms of its fit-out, we loved the fact that Oltremateria, a sophisticated water-based eco-mortar has been used to finish the cockpit table and for the companionway housing. It is sun and saltwater-resistant, recyclable because it does not contain cement, resins or any other toxic substances that might leach over time or at the end-of-life stage. Oltremateria is also flexible, breathable, fireproof and can be customised to create all types of effects and colours. www.nereayacht.com 156

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R E U G I V A N P R Ê T- À to go. collection is ready 20 20 r ne un er av Yamaha’s new W ing as ever ndle and good-look ha to sy ea , ile ag And it’s as

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by Paola Bertelli

T

he personal watercraft is the most classic of all water toys with virtually every superyacht sporting at least one in its hold. Yamaha is very conscious

of this fact and has been keen to ride the wave, so to speak. The result is that it has been doing some honing of its legendary Waverunners for 2020.

The pin-up FX series is first off. Aside from new aerodynamic lines and hull colours, these personal watercraft have some pretty innovative electronic controls not least the RiDE™ system and electronic Reverse Assist and TDE for ultra-low speeds and docking as well as Cruise-Assist to set and maintain exact speeds, and three-position No Wake mode for low speed areas.

Another major bonus is an industry-first: the clear, concise colour Connext touchscreen. Four versions of the FX will be available in a choice of five different colours. The intake grate and superior controls on the GP1800R HO and GP1800R SVHO are racing-inspired. These extremely agile models guarantee superb performance, ultra-tight turns and a very rewarding ride even in choppy waters. They also boasts ultralight NanoXcel2 hulls into the bargain.

In the VX, Yamaha focused on innovation and technologies to deliver a seriously reliable product that is also fuel efficient and doesn’t require much in the way of maintenance. The new model for 2020 is the special white edition of the VX Limited. The EX series now has the new EXR too. With an edgy livery in on-trend colours, it is sporty yet simple to handle. It also has a 50-litre tank, easy-to-read coloured multi-function LCD instruments, and a two-tone seat so you can ride alone with friends. There is also a functional and well-designed reboarding step.

Last but very far from least is the legendary Super Jet Stand-Up which is designed specifically for racing and is more popular than ever in the same

colour as last year’s version. www.yamaha-motor.eu Aerodynamic new lines and an edgy design for the FX series from Yamaha.

Available in a choice of four versions and five colours

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ENJOY

THE PRIVILEGE

Milano Prime has a brand new Business & General Aviation Terminal at Malpensa international airport, an exclusive area where guests are offered exclusive services, such as conference rooms, limousine and concierge services

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The new Milano Prime Terminal at Milano Malpensa airport, which together with the Linate facility, comprises the Business and General Aviation hub managed by Sea Prime, a Sea Group company

by DĂŠsirĂŠe Sormani

M

ilano Prime is the new Business & General Aviation Terminal at Milano Malpensa Airport. Open on 24th

of July, Milano Prime is located between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 with a 50,000 sqm dedicated apron and a 5,000 sqm hangar for new generation executive jets. This, together with Milano Prime at Linate airport, just seven kilometres from the city centre, completes SEA Prime’s services for Business & General Aviation passengers and operators in the international Italian city. The B&GA Malpensa Terminal is a fantastic new hub for business and private travellers using helicopters and executive jets to get to other destinations in Italy and Europe too. It provides with a range of luxury services, including conference rooms, limousine service and conciergerie. The emphasis is on absolute comfort and relaxation. The five-million euro project was designed by international architects, OneWorks. The result is an instantly recognisable creation with a series of transparent glass niches punctuating its exterior and showcasing the design of the interior to the outside world. The interior is divided into exclusive spaces, with luxurious finishes and five lounges for passengers and crew members. The walls of the passenger hall are covered with trapezoidal blades of various sizes made of white Corian. All the materials used were selected to enhance the natural light, for a more comfortable and pleasant atmosphere. Passengers can go directly to the security check area from the hall and then easily get to their plane through dedicated security filters.

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NOTHING LESS

than superlative

Absolutely unmistakable, totally inimitable. Faceted, octagonal, slender. Bvlgari gains its fifth world record with the new Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic. Ultra-flat

I

by Diego Tamone ts essence is expressed in a single, emblematic word – Finissimo (ultrafine).

This superlative, chosen as the name for

this model, is musical and appealing, so is perfect left in the original Italian. Bvlgari, too, expresses its own universal, international language of design, used in recent years to communicate a new kind of thought, a fresh point of view, one capable of revolutionising - and reawakening – the entire watchmaking

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A futuristic shape, square and rounded at the same time. Bvlgari Octo Finissimo has dual time zones and titanium case, bracelet and dial

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[ The WATCH ] At only 6.9 mm it’s the world’s thinnest chronograph, thanks to an in-house automatic movement with peripheral rotor only 3.3 mm high

industry in a kind of modern renaissance for the sector. Ideological, cultural, technical and functional, its extreme thinness is in itself an eloquent form of expression. Highly sophisticated complications that can only be achieved by a select few, expertise that is now an established part of the brand’s toolbox, embodied by a collection that now finds its latest, most sublime expression in the Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic. It’s an instrument designed to measure short periods of time, with dual time zones and a futuristic titanium wristwatch shape and a thickness of just 6.9 mm. A record in its class made possible by an in-house automatic movement with peripheral rotor, itself a record-breaking feature as it is only 3.3 mm high.

Entirely mechanical, unconditionally contemporary, radically hi-tech. www.bulgari.com

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TOGETHER WE WIN Great excitement (but not much wind) for the 51st Barcolana, the international sailing race that not only attracts more entrants than any other in the world but also high profile sponsors drawn by its combination of adventure, design and tradition

by Désirée Sormani

E

ven the last crew to finish the Barcolana is happy with their performance, because it’s one of those events where the

important thing is taking part. But that doesn’t mean that there isn’t a fierce competitive edge to the proceedings - although there was hardly a gust of wind, the 51st Barcolana was fought out in the same spirit as an America’s Cup with the prize for last place go to a crew of dentists from Serbia, Montenegro and Italy on board the 5-foot xXeinos. Nobody was put off by the calm weather, all the crews on board the 2,015 yachts taking part gave their best.

From the smallest to the largest yachts, the simplest to the most technically advanced, all together at the start, creating a spectacle enjoyed by the whole of Trieste. The 51st Barcolana had its victor - Way of Life, owned by the Slovenian Gašper Vinčec. Helped by a fantastic start, the yacht defeated an epic calm and all the race favourites to finish with a time of 1h 54’10’’. Jaguar Land Rover was among the event’s fervent supporters for the sixth year in a

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Above, the sought-after Barcolana trophy. To side, the breathtaking view of the sea. Below, Discovery Sport at the Village in the piazza Unità d’Italia. Opposite page, the Vespucci sailing school, an unfialing presence at the event. A Land Rover in front of Villa Bonomo, one of the historic residences on the Period Residence circuit with which the British company has a strategic collaboration

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Above, Vittorio Bissaro, Land Rover Ambassador. The Italian athlete competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics in the mixed Nacra 17 category (paired with Silvia Sicouri), winning fifth place (photo top, the athlete in action).

Right, the Way of Life team, winners of the 51st Barcolana. Below, the Jaguar Land Rover lounge in the Piazza Unità d’Italia, in Trieste

row, re-establishing its presence in the sailing world. The prestigious setting of the Piazza Unità d’Italia hosted the Villaggio della Barcolana, providing a venue for the Jaguar Land Rover lounge and the new Discovery Sport, the “Go Anywhere” SUV, towing a historic Rivarama from 1975 (Riva is a Ferretti Group brand with which Jaguar Land Rover has had close links for some years), while several Jaguar I-PACE cars, embodiments of sustainable e-mobility were available for the Barcolana’s pick-up service. Finally, it was really the only suitable place to celebrate the company’s relationship with Vittorio Bissaro, sail yachtsman and Italian Olympic athlete, now also ambassador for Land Rover. The promising sportsman, who shares a great deal of DNA with the British brand, will help promote the “Land Rover Road to Barcolana 2020” project, which will also involve young sailing talent, and “Barcolana Junior”, an initiative for the youngest kids.

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