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ear Readers,

there is no denying that we live in a very complex world and that the events of this present tragic period in history do not make it any easier.

That said, life goes on and with it, all of the various aspects of the experience of being a human on this planet.

The nautical world too is continuing on its course, with increasingly positive news pouring in from the international building industry. Research too is doing its bit to offer surprising possibilities for the future.

Just by way of example, look at the research done by Maersk, a massive company involved mainly in commercial shipping, into creating electric charging buoys for ships spread about the sea. These use renewable energy and mean that boats with electric powertrains can top up on clean energy without needing to go into port.

This has resulted in Maersk founding a new company, Sillstrom, which will begin tests this coming autumn with the first buoys going into service near an offshore wind farm. The solution may, in the not-too-distant future, be used by giga and megayachts to further extend their ranges.

And what about the new construction materials that are allowing designers and engineers to give vent their creativity in exciting new ways?

The Aluminium Issue (no. 30) continues our voyage of discovery of our sector’s wonderfully unique achievements and the new peaks of excellence it and others besides are reaching.

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ALUMINIUM ISSUE n° 30 - 2022

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Cover 75m Admiral Kenshõ

by The Italian Sea Group

Editorial

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Five Questions to... Ugo Pellegrino Ceo of Arcadia Yachts

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Design District: Giampaolo Migliaccio Ceo of Ethimo

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Against the Wind

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Work in Progress

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The Watch

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Jewells

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Real Estate

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Cover Story: Admiral 75m Kenshõ

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Fly: State of the Art Lifestyle

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The Car: Luxury “Barchetta”

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Creative Mind: Filippo Salvetti

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Megayacht: Maiora 30 Walkaround

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Art on Board: A New Capital of Creativity

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Mise en Place: Visions in White and Blue

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Trend Setter: Collecting Inspirations

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Must Haves: Only for a Select Few

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Bespoke/ Home: Luxury Crafting Mood

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EXCLUSIVE SHOWCASE

Shipyards

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Tecnomar TECNOMAR FOR LAMBORGHINI 63

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Custom Line CUSTOM LINE 140’

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Fabiani Yacht FABIANI YACHT 101’ HYBRID

Yacht Designers

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Zuccon International Project Towards New Horizons

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Ginton Naval Architects A Happy Mediterranean Yacht

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Spadolini Design A Balance of Past and Future

Made to measure 95

Luxury Carpet Studio Art and Beauty

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Datron Cool Wine

102 Edilfare The Architecture of Water 104 OT Walking on Clouds 150

Bespoke / Yacht: The Beauty of Quality

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Motoryacht: Great White

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Megayacht: Benetti Motopanfilo 37M

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Trends: Maxi Rib Mania!

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[ FIVE QUESTIONS TO... ]

UGO PELLEGRINO CEO OF ARCADIA YACHTS

by Désirée Sormani

We have recently witnessed a boom on the yacht market with yards almost doubling their order books.

But what is the outlook for the near future given the current tragic scenario unfolding internationally?

Like the rest of the sector, our yard is flourishing at the moment. So much so that in 2021, we recorded revenues of 20 million euro and are expecting to get up to 25 million. There is a risk that the international situation will have a negative impact on the sector, but I don’t think it will have any repercussions on our brand in the immediate future because we don’t have a commercial relationship with Russia. We have also been quite farsighted in terms of raw materials procurement with agreements in place with our suppliers and good warehouse stockpiles.

Where does Arcadia Yachts fit on the world yachting scene?

Our main market until now has been the Mediterranean but we are adopting an internationalisation strategy aimed at expanding the brand into the Middle East, the US and Australia.

When the new yachting season started, we also began working with Turkey on foot of a partnership request from a local dealer there.

What are Arcadia’s strengths? Design, quality, technology, reliability…

Our greatest strength is the success the brand’s new concept of conviviality and wellness has enjoyed. It

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embraces design with sophisticated yet simple and instantly recognisable lines, quality thanks to partners with decades of experience, technology with the use of solar panels and new generation heat-insulating glazing, and lastly, reliability.

Which lines are most successful and why?

Both our lines are extremely successful: the A line, which has a signature large cockpit that runs into the saloon, a sector-benchmark master cabin, and extensive solar panelling, is probably the brand’s most iconic range. The more recent Sherpa line, on the other hand, has large volumes, large cockpits with a water-skimming terrace, a convertible skylounge, extensive solar panels, and s higher top speed.

Our success is down to the fact that we offer a different onboard lifestyle which reflects owners’ growing desire to share and to have a connection with the surrounding environment, well away from frenetic, hyperactivity.

What new strategies and other craft do you have coming in the near future?

We are overhauling the range and will soon be launching a model of between 95’ and 100’ that will be presented in 2023. From a production perspective, we want to keep applying solutions and technologies from other sectors. On the commercial side of the business, we are working on new agreements with various representative brands.

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GIAN PAOLO MIGLIACCIO CEO OF ETHIMO

by Marta Bernasconi

Above, Gian Paolo Migliaccio with Francesca Confidati, Brand Identity Manager for Ethimo Founded in 2009 in the province of Viterbo, Ethimo is a young company where the family’s long experience in the outdoor sector is joined by new managerial skills. Its products, created in collaboration with international designers, are available in over seventy countries.

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How does Ethimo express its idea of relaxation and outdoor living?

All our collections close links with the natural world. The shapes, textures and colours are inspired by the harmonious contrasts so typical of the Mediterranean landscapes, expressing an idea of relaxation that’s most at home in open-air spaces. The details reflect the quality of the contemporary design and a constant endeavour to combine function and aesthetics.

What types and materials interest you most?

We choose materials for their technical and functional characteristics, their sustainability and their power to create a visual and tactile sensation of natural comfort and elegance. That’s why we emphasise high-end wood from FSC-certified sources with managed regrowth, recyclable synthetic fibres and environmentally-respectful paints and varnish. Every material is carefully selected and then worked using a combination of traditional artisanal techniques and cutting-edge technology.

How is the world of high-end outdoor furnishings developing?

The pandemic has reaffirmed the crucial role of the home and all other living spaces, and the outdoor environments have increased in importance.

In line with the new requirements that have appeared over the past two years high-end furnishings must fulfil a promise of performance quality and an aesthetic where harmoniously blended shapes, colours and textures create a link with the landscape to create warmth and balance in a context of sustainability.

What’s your involvement in the yacht-building sector?

We have solid relationships with some of the world’s biggest yacht-building yards, large cruise companies and private owners. The materials we choose, like teak, metal and fabrics, are designed and processed to enable them to tolerate even the most extreme climate conditions. Our collections offer a wide range of solutions that answer the requirements of the nautical sector. We also work with yacht designers on custom and bespoke projects, applying our expertise to every yacht’s individual elements.

Can you tell us anything about what you’re going to present in 2022?

Now the international shows have started up again we want to highlight a fluid, modular outdoor living concept where a relationship with nature is expressed through welcoming shapes and select materials like teak, enamelled stones, artisanal mosaics, white marble and soft fabrics with striking colours and patterns. The chairs have generous proportions and transform into lounge beds at a touch. The dining sets are perfect for entertaining guests.

[ AGAINST THE WIND ]

THE CE MARK EVERYTHING HAS ITS LIMITS

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

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hen COVID put the brakes on the industry, many if not all yards overhauled their production lines with the result that we are now seeing more and more large yachts with the CE Mark.

I have never had anything against exploiting the regulations for the benefit of either yard or client, but I do think there has to be a limit to everything.

The limitations of the CE Mark are well known to builders as it was intended for small yachts. It has serious shortcomings in terms of safety because it was designed for craft that were not high performance or long-range.

But there is many a slip between intention and reality unfortunately. Today, certain yachts with a “real” length of well over 24 metres with extremely powerful engines and bluewater capabilities just don’t tick the safety boxes for this kind of use. I am not saying they are illegal – they wouldn’t be awarded certification if they were. But they are definitely treading a fine line if not going over it.

I will take one example from a yard that will remain nameless. It presented a yacht of almost 30 metres (real LOA) which didn’t have to pass a stability test at sea but

instead was approved on theoretical calculations.

It didn’t need fire dampers to cut off ventilation in case of a fire in the engine room and could have just one bilge pump.

These examples put me in an embarrassing situation when, as a technician, I went to visit the yacht on behalf of a client. Because I am old school, I would not have accepted them, but the yard countered me by waving the regulations under my nose and had every right to do so.

Of course had I been involved at the contract stage rather than the delivery one, I would probably have asked for some simple modifications to be made.

I would also probably have had to pay extra for those but as far as I am concerned they should be compulsory anyway for the sake of both owner and crew.

So, yards, please stop bending the rules for the sake of very small savings. Once upon a time, as technicians we spoke proudly of “good practice and good sense”, knowing that we were expert, conscientious builders that respected the sea and those that sail it for passion and profession.

Clearly, these are words shouted against the wind… though I continue to hope that someone will read and heed them…

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[ WORK IN PROGRESS ]

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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VITTORIA YACHTS_V ELOCE 32 RPH

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he Veneto yard marked the start of the build of this Veloce 32 RPH with a keel-laying ceremony at its headquarters. Designed entirely by Hydro Tec, this on spec beauty nimbly encapsulates the Italian skill and craftsmanship that only a yard with huge experience can such a hugely experienced yard can offer. “For Veloce’s construction our yard drew on a century’s experience in shipbuilding and its own innovation-centred approach. – commented Paolo Duò who is both President of Cantiere Navale Vittoria and Vittoria Yachts, and the scion of the family that has owned the yard since 1927. The Veloce 32 RHP has all the signature safety, efficiency and innovation of the Fast Patrol Vessels that Vittoria supplies to leading navies worldwide. The 32m tri-deck has a beam of 7.2m, captivatingly individual lines, a plumb bow and raised gunwale, courtesy of Hydro Tec. A semi-displacement hull and twin 1,900 hp Mans yield a top speed of 20 knots. “Our goal” – adds Michele Zorzenon, Managing Director of Vittoria Yachts - “is to meet the needs of owners who want a real vessel built from metal without having to compromise on the cruising speeds typically offered by GRP craft”. Veloce’s chicly contemporary interiors seem to meld with the world outside, while Poltrona Frau furnishings and leather trim exude sophistication. www.vittoriayachts.it

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BAGLIETTO_T52

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aglietto is celebrating the sale of its fifth T52

trademark contact with the sea is provided by an open

motoryacht just over a month after the sale of the

transom and three-level beach club, while an up-down

fourth. This particular deal was sealed by the Baglietto

pool floor system creates extra deck space. Full-height

Americas office in Fort Lauderdale and is particularly

windows open on three sides in the upper deck lounge to

impressive as the first of the five yachts sold has not

create a wonderful al fresco dining or hanging out area

even splashed yet. This impeccably stylish modern

too. The T52 also has an unrivalled 24m long sundeck,

model ably treads a fine line between Baglietto tradition

another Baglietto signature. Twin Cat C32s yield a

and its contemporary aspirations. Designer Francesco

respectable 11 knot cruising speed and go all the way

Paszkowski has created slender, sinuous lines yield

to 16 at full throttle. We can’t wait to see the finished

both elegance and oodles of character. Baglietto’s new

product in 2024! www.baglietto.com

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CRN_MY 142

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RN has unveiled the design concept for the M/Y 142

upper deck glazing enhances the elegant exterior profile

currently in build at its Ancona facility. This all-aluminium

and offers guests complete privacy. Even the wheelhouse is

bespoke yacht is the work of Omega Architects while her

wrapped in three large windows, while Frank Laupman’s

interior spaces are being crafted by Massari Design. The 52m

signature arches frame guests’ side and stern views aft. The

comes in under the 500 GT mark and has four decks. Up to 10

52m’s spectacular al fresco spaces seem to draw the interior

guests can be accommodated in four VIP staterooms on the

outside also. The latter are warm, crisp and linear at once,

lower deck and the master suite on the main. Epitomising the

creating a sense of refined spaciousness. Three more bespoke

very best of Italy’s artisanal tradition, a quality build and the

yachts are currently on the stocks in the yard: the 62m CRN

owner’s vision, the 52m’s sleekly taut lines hint at a dynamic,

M/Y 138, the 72m CRN M/Y 139, and the 60m CRN M/Y

sporty character. Seamless floor-to-ceiling tinted main and

141. www.crn-yacht.com

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ROSETTI SUPERYACHTS_55M SUPPORT VESSEL

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he RSY range, which already numbers the 38m EXP

tenders, subs, a helicopter and cargo/provisions containers

and 65m Explorers, has grown yet again with the arrival

aplenty. An aluminium superstructure sits atop a tough steel

of a ruggedly handsome 55m Support Vessel developed in

hull with low hydrodynamic resistance. Weight distribution

conjunction with HydroTec which also crafted the 38m Rosetti

has been designed for a smooth comfortable ride too. The

is currently building. The new craft brilliantly bridges the gap

main deck can also be given a comfortable saloon, galley,

between Rosetti Marino’s commercial vessel experience and

master suite and three double guest cabins in addition to the

the explorer yacht world. It has all the refined comfort of a

seven for extra mothership crew below. This customisable

yacht but also delivers sturdy safety, a go-anywhere ethos

vessel only tops out at 22 knots so that it can nip ahead of the

and reliability. It will make a fabulous shadow vessel as an

main yacht to make ready for guests in advance.

eye-wateringly large 224 sqm open deck accommodates toys,

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WHAT’S BETTER THAN A YACHT HOLIDAY?

CHARTER & BROKERAGE www.floatinglife.com

ISA YACHTS_130’ ZEFFIRO

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he newly launched Zeffiro is stunning 130-footer

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Design to put ISA Yachts right at the top of the power cat market. The new beauty’s spectacular volumes and leading-edge design means she exudes a sense of luxuriousness and space, offering a stylishly tempting alternative to a conventional monohull, in great part due to a massive 13.1m beam. The full beam master suite takes up the entire forward section of the main deck. Its 180° panoramic glazing blurs the barriers with the 100 sqm cockpit and Jacuzzi outside. Behind it is a 200 sqm living area lots more glazing to brighten and freshen Isabelle Racoupeau’s already harmonious and elegant contemporary interiors. Four double VIP staterooms of a standard well superior to an equivalent monohull lie on the lower deck with the crew quarters. The helm station is on the upper deck with a lounge aft opening into a second full-beam cockpit. A magnificent 80 sqm fly yields yet more sunning space and a forward bar with a hard top bimini.

A beach club with side wings provides wonderful bathing and sunning space on the stern too. www.isayachts.com

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THE POWER OF EXPERIENCE THE COURAGE OF INNOVATION

Veloce 32 Rph Length OA 32.0 m, Lenght LWL 31.2 m, Beam 7.2 m, Displacement Full Load 149 t, Tanks Fuel Oil 20,000 lt, Tanks Fresh Water 2,000 lt, Tanks Black Water 1,000 lt, Max Speed 20 kn, Cruising Speed 15 kn, Range 1.800 Nm, Engines 2 x MAN D2862 LE476 | 2 x 1397kW @ 2300rpm, Main Genset 2 x 45 ekW 400V 50Hz, Materials Hull Alloy & Steel AISI, Thrusters A fixed Bow Thruster, Power abt 35 kW, RINA Register Classification C ✠ Hull, MachYch Short Range Compliance Red Ensign Group Yacht Code.

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ALIA YACHT_60M

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lia Yachts has announced the sale of a new 60m Vripack design to the expert owner of a string of previous vessels.

This time, however, he wanted an Ice Class to explore the world with his family, asking for a high performance, go-anywhere craft with the accommodation, provisioning and refuelling capabilities for long stays aboard. “Coming hard on the heels of Al Waab, we are thrilled to once again collaborate with the same team on another innovative, inspiring new build,” says Gökhan Çelik, President of Alia Yachts. Unusually, the large galley and crew mess/saloon are forward on the main deck together with a technical room with access to the side-loading tender garage. However, the lower deck boasts a magnificent beach club with a massage room, dive store, gym, relaxation area and steam shower. As aboard Al Waab, semi-transparent side panels create a wind-protected area that blurs the boundaries with the water. There are two guest twins and four double VIP staterooms on the lower deck. The owner’s suite on the upper deck has spectacular views as well as its own lounge and foredeck area. http://aliayachts.com

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An invitation to experience a close relationship with nature and see beyond conventional ideas. Unique, versatile solutions welcome guests on board this 75-metre yacht by Admiral and designed by Azure Yacht Design in collaboration with archineers.berlin. Interiors by studio Jouin Manku

by Paola Bertelli

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oft, sensuous, flowing shapes inspired by nature

The indoor and outdoor spaces combine refined residential and

are designed to generate the thematic harmony that

yacht design solutions with a generous 2.7 metre headroom, wide

characterises Kenshõ. The cultured, original and

windows and light, natural colours. Every individual piece of

daring minds of the team of international designers

furniture was designed by the Jouin Manku studio and archineers.

the owner brought in to develop his superyacht have together

berlin and made by carefully-selected artisans from across Europe.

created a 75-metre craft that offers a new reading of established

The sundeck and upper deck are entirely taken up by the day

yacht design codes.

areas with interior and exterior lounges. The decision to locate the

The exteriors are by Azure Yacht Design (The Netherlands) in

wheelhouse on an intermediate level between upper and main deck

collaboration with archineers.berlin (Germany) and the studio

also creates an impressively large space on the forward upper deck

Jouin Manku handled the interiors working hand in hand with

with the main 85 square-metre saloon overlooking the sea. Here,

Trappmann Consulting (Spain). Admiral - flagship brand of The

large sofas run along semi-circular guides, so when they are placed

Italian Sea Group (Italy) - was responsible for construction. Laid

together they form a perfect half-moon for watching a film or the

out over four decks, the yacht displays an appealing coherence – the

changing moods of the sea. A corridor – or rather, an art gallery -

exteriors and interiors reflect a holistic design, framed by curved

links the saloon with the more intimate lounge af . Its doors separate

lines that seem to have been shaped by the sea, providing guests

or join the two spaces and provide a 270° view of the sea. Two VIP

with a unique seagoing experience enhanced by the tightly-focussed

cabins are located on the main deck with the master suite forward.

attention to detail brought to bear by the designers and builders.

Rather than the usual saloon, the stern features a multifunctional

The view from the stern is especially striking, as it highlights how

area with two tables that when put together can seat twelve diners.

the same design has been repeated vertically, from the waterline

The dazzling chandelier is custom-made by Crystal Caviar.

to the mast. The choice of an uninterrupted teak surface between

The owner’s apartment comprises four spaces with great spatial

the upper deck flooring and the ceiling of the deck below gives

versatility. More intimate spaces can be created by closing the large

the design rhythm and flow, as well as a strong identity. The four

sliding doors. The door between the sleeping area and saloon is by

decks are linked by sculptural staircases with an organic shape that

the artist Steaven Richard – made of metal, it is clearly inspired by

seems to have modelled on natural marine shapes, the result of a

the East Asian aesthetics found throughout the yacht. The bathroom

four-month-long, millimetre perfect design process.

hosts a basin carved out of a single block of calacata marble from

The interior layout is based on a reinterpretation that generates

Carrara, Admiral’s home city.

great versatility and displays a contemporary style where artfully

The five guest cabins on the lower deck were conceived as cocoon-

selected materials like teak, marble, onyx, silk, wool, bronze and

like spaces, and here too sliding doors play an important role – when

glass are used to inspire emotions. Take, for example, the bright

open they reveal the washbasin, a sort of floating onyx credenza

main deck bulwarks with gilded leaves between panes of wavy glass,

surmounted by a large mirror that becomes part of the room. Glass

wild teak flooring and walls, calacata marble bath, decks linked by

and fabric doors isolate the shower and dayheads to the left and

a glass sandwich lift with a wide-weave fabric creating the effect

right of the cupboards for bath utensil. To the rear there is access

of a lamp moving between decks, sculptural wooden stairs and the

to the beach area with a scenic 22 cubic metre sea-level pool with

walls in embossed leather.

glass tub and SICIS mosaics. https://admiral-yachts.com

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The view from the stern reveals how the decks restate the same design concept, rising vertically from waterline to the mast, and horizontally from stern to bow.

Opening pages, the upper deck lounge and the gallery connecting it to the forward saloon; all the doors reveals lateral and longitudinal views to the exterior, a feature

Image Azure Yacht Design

repeated on the other decks

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Organic, dynamic shapes in the exterior spaces. The lounge on the forward sun deck (left) boasts a manta ray sun bed, seating lounge and intimate jacuzzi integrated into the deck house. On the aft deck (left) the bar, sofa and dining lounge are all crowned by the sky light and high special finish dome. Below, the main saloon overlooking the sea on the upper deck and the main deck saloon (below right) with the two sliding tables, here in the dining version. The ceiling lamp is a design by Crystal Caviar

Image Azure Yacht Design

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Image Azure Yacht Design

Exterior Design Onne Logger & Erik Spek of Azure Yacht Design Holger Schulze-Seeger of archineers.berlin

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he owner really wanted to create his own design and experience on board. His strong motivation from the start was to come up with unique design ideas and solutions and create the ultimate smart design, as efficient as possible.

The way we interpreted this was to approach the design insideout, ensuring the owner’s residential specifications and co-creating the special exterior design as it is right now with him and archineers.berlin. They pushed the design forward with their extreme, creative ideas and working methods.

With their keen eye for detail and constant drive to go that extra mile, Kenshõ became one of the most detailed projects we have worked on.

The development of the ultimate layout by Azure and client covered a period of just over a year. The optimizations didn’t stop after signing – we all continued to shape and transform the design into the owner’s dream.

From day one, the owner was focused on relocating the wheelhouse to achieve the ultimate viewing spot forward for the guest living room and integrate the wheelhouse into the

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bow together with the tender garage. The design started out with a length of 49m. As the height steadily grew due to the extravagantly lofty ceilings, the length needed to be increased to match these proportions, finally reaching the magical limit of 75m. With Kenshõ we have used one design experience for all the decks, which are also interconnected, enhancing the energy flows. The sun deck is worth highlighting as it is one of the owner’s main visionary design elements. Not wanting the sun deck to be an afterthought, we developed a functional layout that suited the relaxation experience envisioned by the owner himself. As the aft deck is connected to the foredeck by a spacious corridor, the aft deck provides a large bar, sofa, dining lounge, all crowned by the skylight and high, specially-finished dome. The foredeck has a manta ray sun bed, seating lounge and intimate Jacuzzi integrated in the deck house, offering an amazing view and a versatile yachting experience.

Voyons Voir’s symbiotic lighting design was adopted for exteriors and interiors. VV’s outstanding approach made a great impression, creating a natural emphasis and supporting the

Right, Onne Logger (left) and Erik Spek, directors of Azure Yacht Design, who worked in tight collaboration with Holger Schulze-Seeger (right) of archineers.berlin. The sketch, below, shows the rib-shaped exterior forms. Opposite page, the generous exterior spaces. The forward main deck lounge transforms into a touch-and-go helipad

overall design. Their philosophy is based on working with the unusual idea of inventing islands of illumination, helping to enhance the perception of different spaces and functions.

As part of the exterior design, Azure was also responsible

for the design of the custom limousine tender, selection and materials of loose furniture, and deck equipment selection and design for like the passerelle, swim ladders, exterior shower, and sun awnings.

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Interior Design

Sanjit Manku & Patrick Jouin portrait: © Benoit Linero

Sanjit Manku, Associate Partner at the Jouin Manku Studio

© Jouin Manku

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hen we met the owner, Azure Yacht Design and archineers. berlin the exterior design had already been finalised and the concept of a natural, holistic boat was clearly defined. There had to be a dialogue between the exteriors and interiors.

When we started asking the owner about the project, what became clear was that he was looking for a new kind of hybrid. What I mean by that is that we weren’t designing the interiors of a boat or a house, we are designing something that was a vessel, a tool that gave him the means to live out his dreams and observe nature, to look at things from a different perspective. He has a great fondness for Asia - European spaces feature plaster, stone, and metal, while Asia means wood, paper, and fabric. It’s softer.

In terms of the materials, we’ve used a relatively small selection.

I like to call it duets or trios, most of the time, versus the whole symphony. We are not trying to do everything with stone and marquetry. How do we find, like a duet or a trio, something that is an essential combination of voices? And those voices are coming through materials. For example, our wood is not the typical kind of quarter-cut soft wood that is exactly perfect. It is a little bit wild, it has a voice, it talks about its life. We can marry that with leather and silk, and make for something that has a quiet type of energy

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that continues to channel back to the client.

When we make spaces, how do you feel comfortable in the space?

It’s more than just materials, it’s about scale and size. We wanted to sculpt the spaces on the boat.

We designed every single piece on board. We didn’t look at brands to get all these custom things done, we sought out artisans from across Europe. We worked with Ebénisterie Générale, who did most of the custom furniture, Pilot AG for the incredible sliding dining tables and Preciosa for our free-floating lamps. Crystal Caviar helped us with the fabrication of a very special chandelier in the dining room. We also worked with artists and artisans, including Axel Sanson, who did an installation work in all the bathrooms and another artist, metal worker Steaven Richard, who made the metal door installation between the owner’s living room and bedroom. Another group, de Gournay, worked on a hand-painted silk wallpaper. We collaborated with some very talented people, including Helen Amy Murray, who crafted a three-dimensionally textured leather for the hallway walls. We’ve created a beautiful balance. I love the fact that we have extroverted and introverted spaces, settings that are calm, bedazzling and glamorous. Some projects can be about muscle and ego, this one is really about joy.

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Patinated bronze and fibreglass sandwich panels with a delicate fabric for the lift (right).

Above, the owner’s suite and bathroom with its sculptural bath carved out of a single block of calacatta marble. Top, left, Sanjit Manku (left) and Patrick Jouin from the Jouin Manku studio

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The shapes of the exterior stairs are inspired by America’s ancient Antelope canyons. Kenshō is powered by a diesel-electric system using permanent magnet electric motors providing outstanding efficiency and power in a relatively small package.

She sails at a cruising speed of 13.6 knots and a max speed of 16 knots

Image Azure Yacht Design

The Shipyard Giuseppe Taranto Vice-President & CCO of The Italian Sea Group

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enshõ is an exceptional example of a full custom project brought to completion by TISG. Its entire design and build exactly reflected the owner’s stylistic specifications, confirming our know-how and special skills in the construction of wholly tailor-made megayachts, with intense attention to detail, innovation and environmental sustainability. The owner had already had experience of Northern European yards and wanted a yacht that reflected his personality and requirements down to the smallest detail. His was a constant, vital presence at every stage of the project, and he showed himself to be skilled, demanding and truly passionate.

Kenshõ’s strong points have to be firstly, the diesel-electric propulsion system with permanent magnet electric motors providing high efficiency and power in a small package, and then the futuristic cutting-edge design. During the yacht’s development we placed great emphasis on the environment, in line with the Classification Body’s ECO certification. The propulsion system includes five variable-speed generators,

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all equipped with anti-particulate systems to optimise consumption at all speeds and reduce atmospheric emissions.

This owner asked for this hybrid propulsion, and the yard took this on board and developed a diesel electric propulsion system with azimuth pod, variable speed generators and provision for a lithium polymer battery pack.

The yacht was challenge mainly to ourselves. The Italian Sea Group looks on every project as an opportunity to improve its already exceptional technical, operational and stylistic standards.

The owner’s apartment is a totally unique area, an oasis of calm and elegance providing an extraordinary level of comfort and quiet. In the living area the strength and tradition of teak frame the space, its impact softened by the use of silk. Natural light, which enters through the four large windows looking out onto the sea, helps create a relaxing, intimate atmosphere enhanced by drawings and engravings by a Japanese artist that give this interior a resemblance to a Zen retreat.

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STATE OF THE ART LIFESTYLE Jet interiors, avionics and ease of management for the private pilot, long distance performance with a range of over one thousand miles – plus, of course, personalisable details in the owner’s style.

It’s the new Cirrus SR22 G6-SR

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The new Cirrus SR22 G6-SR is equipped with a 315hp engine and has a range of over 1,000 nautical miles. It benefits from improved aerodynamics on the undercarriage legs and wingtips, features that cut fuel consumption and increase cruising speed by 9 knots, lifting it to 176 knots

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D

on’t be distracted by the lack of a jet engine – even though

new model also mounts the latest iteration of the Cirrus IQ mobile

the Cirrus SR22 is powered by a single piston engine it’s the

app for remote management of the aircraft and its instruments.

most luxurious and sought-after personal mobility aircraft in

The avionics are the Perspective+ version of the Garmin 1000, ten

the world. Now in its sixth generation, hence the name G6-SR, it’s

times faster than its predecessor. This opens the way to advanced

the result of the growth that has seen the Duluth, Minnesota based

functionality like animated images on the Nexrad radar for the

company, founded in 1984, build and deliver 8,000 examples over

weather display of the SiriusXM system, which shows storm cell

a period of around twenty years, a fleet that overall has exceeded a

the movement. It also enhances the on-board experience, providing

total of 13 million flight hours. It offers luxurious interiors with select

reception for a large number of music channels to be enjoyed through

leathers, air conditioning, streamlined flight management designed

the headphones. The Perspective+ also offers the ability to select a

to suit amateur pilots, high performance and especially the standard

visual approach for any airfield from the menu, and then the Primary

feature that makes the greatest contribution to safety, the Cirrus

Flight Display shows symbols similar to those of an instrument flight

Airframe Parachute System (CAPS), an integrated parachute that

path that guide you to the runway threshold. Another of the avionics

in case of mishap brings passengers back down to Earth inside the

suite’s features is improved display of the flight’s vertical profile

aircraft. So far this system has enabled 220 people to return safely

and the ability to pull up the digitalised visual maps (VFR) and

to the ground after an accident.

instrumental maps (IFR), while the decoded radio frequencies remind

The sixth generation of the SR22 sees this five-seat American single

you by name who you are speaking with. The new model’s incredible

engine aircraft equipped with a 315hp engine and with a range of

visual impact is heightened by the new interior and exterior liveries

over 1,000 nautical miles benefit from improved aerodynamics on the

with prestigious details added without increasing unloaded weight –

undercarriage legs and wingtips, features that cut fuel consumption

in other words, maintaining the same useful load performance that

and increase cruising speed by 9 knots, lifting it to 176 knots. The

has made the SR22 the world’s best-selling single-engine aircraft

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The new model’s incredible visual impact is heightened by the new interior and exterior liveries with prestigious details added without increasing unloaded weight. Cirrus has also introduced eight new exterior colours, co-ordinated with the interior decor

from 2002 to today. Fully loaded, it takes off at 3,600 pounds, empty it weighs 2,270 pounds, leaving 600 kg to split between people and fuel. An internal ski rack makes loading easier, as does the redesigned access door, which can now also be unlocked using the remote control, opening to 90 degrees. The aircraft is equipped for night and instrument flying, so boarding at night is facilitated by Spectra illuminated stairs, while the external area used for boarding and disembarking is lit by a projected Cirrus logo as a “puddle light”, which adds an additional touch of style. On board there is also a new multifunctional USB panel with two ports for charging mobile devices like telephones or laptops during the flight. The Cirrus IQ app improves the aircaft’s connectivity, providing more information. With just a few touches the flight plan can be sent to the control centre and aircraft instrumentation. The aircraft’s flight status display has been redesigned to include the plane’s call sign, and a new navigation bar shows the condition of the aircraft, monitoring inspection and maintenance intervals through the Maintenance Minder function, which keeps track of upcoming deadlines and sends notifications when needed. In flight, the on-board hour counter automatically updates the inspection schedules, providing a countdown to the

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nearest maintenance event. This is a very handy feature for owners whose aircraft is not in constant use. The “My Journey” module automatically records every flight and displays the journey statistics and objectives reached, making it easy to compile logbooks and recall the most pleasant events.

As for the liveries, Cirrus has introduced eight new exterior colours, co-ordinated with interior colours, while the builder’s Xi Design team, in collaboration with Sherwin Williams Aerospace, has developed a new varnish that improves the definition and characteristics of the chosen livery. “From the beginning of the Xi programme in 2009 we created an exclusive experience that exploits cutting edge technology”, says Alex Alequin. “We’re enthusiastic about presenting a daring collection of colours, in premium leather, too, to create a personalised aircraft that can complement its owner’s style”. Equipped with the options that everyone goes for, it costs around 900,000 dollars, but it’s impossible to find anything more exclusive on the market in this category.

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[ The CAR ]

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LUXURY “BARCHETTA” The British marque celebrates its triumphant mid-1950s with an evocative twoseater. Designed to deliver a tantalising taste of the driving style and exhilaration of that decade, it revives the era of Aston Martin’s unparalleled racers - on the road

by Diego Tamone

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hen it was first presented just a few months

Gaydon, Warwickshire, the cars are always designed, built and

back, Aston Martin dubbed it a ‘living show car’.

assembled with the sole aim of taking to the road or track. This

For a very simple reason: it was too beautiful to

is as true today as when the marque was founded back in 1913.

be real ye also too real to be so beautiful. It seemed almost

It never even remotely occurred to anyone there to break this

impossible that one day that dream machine would ever actually

century-old tradition for the V12 Speedster, the latest blistering

be sold. Normally speaking cars of this ilk are an ephemeral

sports car to purr through the gates at Gaydon. After unveiling

representation of stylistic exercises that will mostly remain just

the Speedster to the world as part of a strictly limited series of

that. Virtuoso examples of extreme creativity designed to last

just 88 examples offered to a select group of clients at a starting

only the length of an international show. Glittering meteors

price tag of just over 900,00 euro, Aston Martin have now done

quickly obscured by the next round of new equally high-falutin’

the near-impossible and made it even more desirable and out-of-

concept cars. However, at the Aston Martin headquarters in

reach with the DBR1 Specification. The new iteration is an ultra-

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[ The CAR ] The Aston Martin V12 Speedster DBR1 unusually has two separate seats, a layout that harks back to the barchetta racing models of the 1950s. Facing page, this front-on view of the sports car reveals that it has neither windscreen nor roof

exclusive designer car configured by the marque’s customisation

driven in helmet and half-finger gloves, just like its inspiration.

division, Q by Aston Martin, as a tribute to the track. The V12

Sculpted and moulded in aluminium around a carbon-fibre chassis

Speedster DBR1 moniker celebrates the stunning barchetta that

by Miles Nurnberger and his design division, the V12 Speedster

swept the boards in the mid-1950s winning everything from the

sports an evocative Racing Green livery that takes over 50 man

Spa Sportscar Race to the Goodwood Tourist Trophy, 1000 km

hours to complete. Racing Green is very much an Aston Martin

of the Nürburgring to and the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the hands

colour as are the car’s performance figures: 0/100 km/h in 3.4

of the legendary likes of Tony Brooks, Carroll Shelby and Stirling

flat and a redline speed of 318 km/h. Courtesy, of course, of a

Moss. A pure-bred racing model, the DBR1 has been cleverly

5.2-litre Twin Turbo that punches out a massive 700 bhp and 753

distilled into contemporary form in the V12 Speedster DBR1,

Nm of torque.

an open-top car with neither posts or windshield that needs to be

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Clockwise from left, the sporty carbon-fibre separate seats, Conker leather, Viridian Green technical fabric and Caithness leather; the cockpit is designed around the driver who is separated from the passenger cell by the central tunnel and the central spine running front to back. The rear view highlights the open-top model’s further features, notably 21” forged centre lock alloy wheels with a Diamond Turned finish

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Filippo Salvetti in his Bergamo studio.

A team of four designers works with him, handling various elements of the project, from sketches to modelling the yachts. He’s now working exclusively with the Ferretti Group for the Ferretti Yachts and Custom Line brands

by Désirée Sormani

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[ CREATIVE MINDS: FILIPPO SALVETTI ]

OUR WORK IS BASED ON KNOWLEDGE,

DESIGN ANALYSES AND EXPLORATION. AND,

LIKE ALCHEMISTS, WE

DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A SMALL ELEMENT

OF MAGIC – AND THIS MAY MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE

by Désirée Sormani

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[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

I

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t’s better to take away than to add! This is the motto adopted by

“Just because something is simple doesn’t mean it lacks expressive

Filippo Salvetti, one that he first encountered in Officina Italiana

force. In fact, the simplification process is difficult and if done well

Design, the studio owned by Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta,

makes the product easy to decode and understand. The simplicity of

where he was born and raised as a yacht designer. “I think it’s the

the shapes on Mauro’s yachts, for example, is a great strength”. He

most important lesson I learnt when I was working with Mauro”, says

also created these clean, balanced shapes at Neo Design, the studio he

Salvetti. “Before graduating in architecture and interior design I started

later founded in 2009 with Marco Biaggi, with whom he worked on

working with industrial architecture and design studios and taught

various Azimut Atlantis models and Benetti Innovation megayachts.

design software in Italian car design studios and companies. This work

Salvetti now continues alone, backed by a team of four designers,

sparked my interest in automotive design and helped me understand the

and still holds true to this reasoning. “Designing yachts involves a

workflow from initial sketch to virtual reality or physical prototype”.

sort of alchemy, a complex system expressed through the languages

Then after gaining his degree, in 2002 Filippo joined OID, and here he

of several disciplines. At the basis lies the initial idea, which leads to

was gripped by a new passion – yacht design. “In Officina I learnt to

an exploration of innovative shapes and functions. The most delicate

design and develop yachts. It was fascinating to watch Mauro working

phase is transforming the idea into reality and making it something it’s

at the drawing board, just as he was when he worked Giorgio Barilani

practical to make, always bearing in mind the brand you’re working

in the Riva yard style centre. He also taught me how to work with

for, its financial and stylistic restrictions. This philosophy obviously

French curves, instruments that enable you to design by hand rather

appealed to the Ferretti Group – in 2018 Salvetti began his fruitful,

than use computer programmes. But Mauro was an artist first and

exclusive collaboration with the Ferretti Yachts brand, and then also

foremost, he learnt yacht design at the yard. That’s why I think his work

with the Custom Line brand, which tasked him with bringing new

displays a special characteristic – his yachts are inspired by an artistic

energy and appeal to the navette’s lines. “Working on a renewed

approach where the most important element is a balance of shapes,

line is never easy, especially when you’re talking about an illustrious

light and dark and proportions. I tried to assimilate that”. When

brand that’s made a huge contribution to the history of Italian and

he talks about his years at Officina Italiana Design Salvetti’s words

international yacht building. But looking at the brand’s heritage as an

express a sort of admiration and gratitude, describing an experience to

evolutionary source of its distinctive lines, studying it and making it

be treasured – for him, simplicity and coherence of form are crucial.

ours was a crucial element in choosing a starting point for our work.

Filippo Salvetti Design is exclusively responsible for the sporty yet soft, gentle lines of the Ferretti Yachts 860. A new stylistic element in the yacht’s profile allows the large lounge windows to bring in more light and give greater visibility to the raised deck inside. Above and below, two large external areas.

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Above and below, the Ferretti Yachts 580. Forward, the seat cushions are framed under the window to create a spacious, comfortable sofa, gaining more space forward compared to other yachts in the class. A sporty yacht which nevertheless offers large outdoor areas

We’re rather good at adapting ourselves to the brand and not giving into

in height compared to the saloon, is often aesthetically resolved with a

the temptation to add our own style”. Now Salvetti has been asked to

fibreglass panel that starts from below under the windshield and stops

change course and usher in a new era for Ferretti Yachts, starting with

as it goes up towards the flybridge fin dividing the two areas, sometimes

the Ferretti Yachts 860 and the Ferretti Yachts 580, which we’ll soon

designed in a fluid, continuous way, sometimes nervous and fragmented

be seeing on the water. “The Ferretti Yachts 860 originated on a sheet

– but this takes away some light inside. Here, though, we instinctively

of paper, a sketch, which is the most natural and expressive gesture we

thought of a new sign, an upside-down U above the saloon window

have at our disposition, and it may be the only way to capture the initial

ending in a thin fibreglass strip forward. This leaves the saloon windows

creative idea in a moment and for ever. We wanted to start to design in

entirely free and enhances the visibility on deck. The Ferretti Yachts 580

freedom, without conditions, and only after identifying the driving theme

restates these stylistic elements, reinterpreted in a single gesture. Here the

did we work as a team to transform it into the new Ferretti Yachts. The

theme is the flybridge design, a sort of knife, which is the yacht’s stylistic

theme was to find a stylistic form that characterised the separation of

concept. It’s shifted towards the stern then starts straight and rises to the

the windows between the raised helm area and the saloon. This type of

flybridge. The theme derives from previous yachts, but here it has become

yacht structure, in fact, where the wheelhouse is marked by a slight rise

a single, simple gesture providing the yacht’s origin.

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IN THE

SPOTLIGHT

xtreme personalisation. Right now the yacht industry is abuzz as the yards pull out all the stops to deliver the spectacular megayachts ordered during the pandemic and over the last year. All ordered by owners who remained enthusiastic and committed despite the many and varied difficulties on the international scene. The result? Customisation of even the tiniest detail is now the order of the day.

Whether they are ordering a superyacht or a smaller boat, today’s owners are clamouring in ever greater numbers to mould their beloved craft around their own tastes and lifestyles. This goes beyond the merely stylistic, straying too into technology. Hence the yards are strengthening their partnerships with leading designer furnishing brands which sometimes turn their yachts into a floating homes and others lend them a touch of individual flair without changing their ultimate raison d’etre of plying the seas and creating a powerful bond with the sea.

Technology is also advancing so fast that it isn’t just creating luxe new finishes but also ensuring yachts are more comfortable than ever (and sustainable!). Add to this mix the designers and architects whose creativity, experience and constant research create a heady alchemy that produces magnificent results: beautiful to look at, stupendous to experience.

Which is why in this special section of The One Yacht and Design we’re bringing you a taste of everything the yacht industry has to offer right now!

Désirée Sormani Managing Director

Exclusive A selection of items from the finest furnishings brands to give on-board interiors the feel of a refined residence on the water and bring touches of vivid personality to the yacht, transforming it into an even more exclusive design object

by Marta Bernasconi

The asymmetrical windows making up the frame of the Aldìa sofa by Giorgetti transform the architectural vision of Carlo Colombo into design. The collection comprises armchairs, sofas, modular poufs and coffee tables with various configurations for indoor and outdoor use

Textural plain colour fabrics including a bouclé are A metal cylinder in a series of rows and columns illuminated with soft, diffuse light from a white glass globe in its interior – the Matrix, the new table lamp from FontanaArte, designed by OS Δ OOS

accompanied by a stripe, tartan, floral print, patterns generated by various weaves and eco-leather.

Rubelli launches its open-air collection Outdoor Vibe with fourteen new fabrics that are resistant to harmful atmospheric agents

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Exclusive

Given a preview at Dubai International Boat Show 2022 on board the Gulf Craft superyacht Majesty120 ahead of the official debut at the Milan Design Week, the outdoor furniture sets from new brand Jwana Hamdan generate a mood of luxury and conviviality based on a harmonious combination of contemporary Italian style and Middle Eastern touches

Flexible in name and structure, the Elastica lamp interprets a distinctive light source concept, designed by Habits studio and produced by Martinelli Luce. The dimmable LED light is incorporated into differentcolour elastic fabric strips that can stretched between floor and ceiling

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The reboot of the surprisingly timeless pieces by Angelo Mangiarotti, one of the most representative masters of design and architecture of the second half of the 20th century, is at the centre of Agapecasa’s offer. One example is Tre 3, which overturns the classic chair form – the top of the single back leg, which is longer than the others, is inserted into a piece of leather that forms the back and seat

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Several features enable the Grande Soffice sofa to offer maximum comfort. Designed by Francesco Binfaré, it is one of Edra’s key models.

The focus on relaxation can be seen in its soft lines, rounded corners, the mixed Gellyfoam® and goose down filling and above all the patented intelligent cushions enabling the backrests to recline

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Atenae is a collection of round coffee tables designed by Maurizio Manzoni for Cantori, featuring a minimalist design and a combination of solid, traditional materials transposed into a formal, contemporary language. The three models, of different height, all have a circular base created from patinated bronze bands embracing the marble, wood or metal tops

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This is where owners’ new havens take shape. Their organisational skills, focus on research and new technologies, and highly-skilled artisans allows them to create truly extraordinary yachts. The byword is customisation – so extreme it turns each new creation into a work of art

Shipyards

TECNOMAR FOR LAMBORGHINI 63

This new powerful, iconic and futuristic 63-foot design by Tecnomar in collaboration with the Lamborghini Centro Stile is the latest achievement of The Italian Sea Group, a luxury yacht brand now enjoying even greater success with its recent acquisition of Perini Navi and Picchiotti

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oing down new creative paths is a vital part of the

claims the Lamborghini identity in many of its details – the logos and

innovation process that is crucial to any company’s

shield in the centre of the forward sunpad, the helm chairs, Y-shaped

success. This creative drive can also take the form

lights in the bow, the use of carbon fibre, leather and Alcantara for

of collaborations with entities outside the indu-

the surfaces, the hexagon motifs inside and out, plus, inevitably, the

stry, which can provide stimuli that enhance the unique qualities

wheel and dashboard that are the heart of the supercars and the new

brought to the table by both parties in the joint project. Tecnomar for

speedboat.

Lamborghini 63 is a 63-foot luxury speedboat inspired by a synergy

Constructed in carbon fibre, the yacht weighs only 24 tonnes, and

between two centres of Italian design and production excellence. It

together with the high-performance hull and dual 2000 Hp twin-turbo

is also the latest in a long line of achievements by The Italian Sea

engines this svelte design enables the Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63

Group (TISG), a luxury yacht brand now enjoying even greater suc-

to power across the water at a spine-tingling 63 knots, making it the

cess with its recent acquisition of Perini Navi and Picchiotti, brands

Tecnomar fleet’s fastest model.

which now join Tecnomar, Admiral and NCA Refit. It is continuing

Fitted out as a large open, access to the sea is provided by the spacious

its drive for innovation and differentiation with the aim of carving

water-level platform. The stylistic elements are rhythmically restated

out a 360-degree presence in the exclusive high-end nautical sector.

on the platform and large steps at its sides, the edges of the aft sunpad

Tecnomar’s designers have created a technologically cutting-edge

and the large carbon and glass hardtop sheltering the dining area and

craft with exceptional performance and, in synergy with the Centro

command console.

Stile Lamborghini, a unique, distinctive design.

The interiors feature lightweight, high-tech materials with exceptio-

Elements of the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 and Terzo Millennio, the

nal functionality. The layout can include a large lounge with kitchen,

iconic Miura and Countach of the 1960s and 70s and the company’s

but versions with one of two cabins are also offered.

roadsters have all contributed to the genesis of an unmistakeable

A limited run of 63 examples is planned for the Tecnomar for Lam-

yacht with a super-sporty profile. The bow is inspired by the tapered

borghini 63, with personalisation possible for internal and external

wedge-shaped nose, sharply-sloping windscreen, ultra-light hard top

colour schemes and the combination of materials used below deck.

and geometrical flank lines of Lamborghini supercars. The boat pro-

https://tecnomar63.com/model-63

Made of carbon fibre, the light, fast, Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 weighs only 24 tonnes and has a top speed of over 63 knots. This luxury speedboat is planned to be produced in a limited run of sixty-three examples

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Above, Galileo, a rendering of Admiral’s 82-metre yacht, sold in December 2021, marking the brand’s entry into the American superyacht market. This steel and aluminium build is designed by the The Italian Sea Group’s Centro Stile. Left, the Perini fleet. The brand has been acquired by TISG, a strategic choice in the light of the sail yacht sector’s return to dynamic growth

questions to Giovanni Costantino Founder and Ceo of The Italian Sea Group What does the Perini brand’s entry into TISG mean for the brand? The acquisition of Perini Navi is a strategic move for the future of The Italian Sea Group, which is continuing to widen its horizons. The operation we put together, and that I enthusiastically supported, perfectly complements our growth strategy and yacht-building expertise.

Stylistic innovation is a fundamental principle for TISG. Will Perini’s arrival create an opportunity for new creative solutions? We invest constantly in stylistic and technological innovation in order to predict the requirements of our clients, who are always very demanding. Every year 1.5% of our revenue is dedicated to investment in R&D, which means evolution and development of design. With Perini Navi we’ll have the opportunity to further expand our offer of creative solutions.

TISG had already started looking at luxury sail yachts. Was there a change of direction with Perini to reflect the fact that this is now a strategic sector, and what trends do you predict? The large sail yacht sector is once again a very dynamic market, as shown by the two recent sail yacht orders signed with by TISG in December, so we’re confident we’ve made the right choice, a decision justified by an incoming order that has exceeded expectations by 50%. According to the Global Order Book 2022 we are the leading Italian yard in the production of craft over 50 metres in length. We currently have 27 commissions under construction with an overall length of 757 metres. In the context of a market that is beginning to grow again we will continue to strengthen our position as one of the major international players, not only because of our company’s powerful reputation but also the international reputation for high quality our yachts enjoy.

Tecnomar and Lamborghini, Admiral and Giorgio Armani – can we expect new exclusive collaborations with Perini?

Generally speaking, one of our objectives is to generate further brand extension activities with luxury fashion and high-tech brands, reflecting our prestigious positioning. We’ll see!

With Perini, TISG becomes a centre of excellence of Made in Italy flair and expertise in the yacht-building sector.

What are you main projects for the future? We have a number of motor and sail yacht projects in the pipeline. We’re looking forward with great confidence to a growth market and our large yacht consolidation strategy will generate the results we’ve set ourselves to achieve.

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CUSTOM LINE 140’

We’ll soon see the new flagship by the Ferretti Group Superyacht in Ancona take to the water. The yard’s latest arrival joins a fleet of over 250 yachts whose design, flexibility, artisanal input and technology enables them to act as global ambassadors for the very best of Made in Italy expertise and flair

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ustom Line yachts are known for the impeccable quali-

ment. Since 2019 it has worked in collaboration with architect Filip-

ty and attention to detail that are the brand’s hallmar-

po Salvetti for exterior design and the prestigious Antonio Citterio

ks. These are joined by advanced technology, flexibility

Patricia Viel architecture studio for the interiors (the Navetta 30 was

and artisanality throughout the design process – plus,

the first result of this collaboration). In 2016, however, the planing

of course, the ingredient that’s so highly-prized in the international

line was created in collaboration with the Francesco Paszkowski De-

market, all-Italian creativity. Owners enter on nothing less than an

sign architecture studio in collaboration with Margherita Casprini

emotional journey when they choose the Custom Line yard. This exci-

and the Custom Line Atelier for the interiors. The range includes the

ting experience begins with the design process, an on-going dialogue

Custom Line 106’, Custom Line 120’ and the new Custom Line 140’,

that helps the yard’s clients create a yacht that faithfully reflects their

to be launched this year. With its 42.15 metre length and 8.57 metre

wishes and requirements. At the heart of this voyage lies the Custom

beam, the 140’ will be the flagship of the line. Its sleek, powerful

Line Atelier, part of the project management team, which includes

profile is shaped by taut lines running from stern to bow in harmony

talented architects who support owners right from the initial brief,

with the light structures and dark glass in a series of materials and

developing the yacht interiors and moulding them to their lifestyle.

colours. The Custom Line 140’ is laid out over three decks with the

The owner’s lifestyle is also expressed through the on-board decor,

emphasis on comfort. The guest and social areas feature extensive

enhanced by the links Custom Line has forged with the finest Italian

connections between the interior and exterior. The stern sea-level

design brands, enabling the yacht to host all the atmosphere and

beach area is designed to provide guests opportunities for relaxa-

warmth of a home, perfectly adapted for shipboard use – for example,

tion and conviviality. It can be furnished according to the owner’s

Ernestomeda for kitchens, Frette for linen, Venini artistic excellence

demands to maximise comfort. Equally comfortable, the sun deck

in hand-blown Murano glass and Fornasetti with its dining services

is a large panoramic terrace to be enjoyed in total privacy, with a

and furnishing complements.

relaxation area, hydromassage pool and free-standing furniture.

Over 250 yachts are currently sailing under the Custom Line flag, all

The main deck hosts a huge 30-square-metre saloon and the lovely

built during more than two decades at the Ferretti Group Superyacht

wide-body owner’s cabin, also covering over 30 square metres,

Yard in Ancona, whose five hangars each contain four yacht construc-

with walk-in wardrobe. Owners are also offered the option of a

tion slips and where the yard’s private port provides nine moorings.

panoramic terrace that drops down to sea level. On the upper deck,

Two lines are offered, semi-displacement and planing. The semi-

a glazed sky lounge develops forward internally and externally.

displacement line comprises the Navetta 30, Navetta 33, Navetta 37

There is also a 18-square-metre pilot house with the kind of map

and Navetta 42 – created by the Strategic Product Committee headed

area usually found on a large ship.

by engineer Piero Ferrari and the Engineering Ferretti Group manage-

www.customline-yacht.com

Founded in 1996, for more than 25 years Custom Line has built composite-build yachts with personalised interiors, to meet the requirements of the owners.

Above, the living area of the Custom Line 140’. Left, the large aft beach area

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In these pictures, some of the results of relationships formed by the Ancona-based yard. Left, an Ernestomeda kitchen. A decorative plate service by Fornasetti can also be seen. Bottom, left, the hand-blown Murano glass vases by Venini and bottom, marine fabrics by Frette, a brand also used by Custom Line for bedlinen and bath collections

questions to Stefano de Vivo CCO of Ferretti Group What is the typical Custom Line owner, and what is he or she looking for? Custom Line clients are looking for a made-to-measure yacht that reflects their personality and the way they experience the sea. Every Custom Line yacht is a masterpiece that tells a unique story. It’s a perfect combination of cutting-edge technology, ingenious, functional solutions and a refined design.

Custom Line is increasingly applying home design ideas to its yachts. Is this the company’s choice or a response to market demands? The sea is an emotion that must be experienced up close, so Custom Line designs the spaces in a personal way, for maximum comfort. Constant research and the choice of prestigious woods and finishes translates into a combination of lines, materials and furnishings with a distinctive character.

Today’s yachts are increasingly thought of as private islands, seafront villas. Do your relationships with the finest Italian design brands reflect this? Yacht sailing is trending more and more towards the concept of floating villas and lofts, to live in at sea.

Custom Line takes these trends and interprets them in the best possible way, blending the elegant intimacy of a private space with the seagoing experience. The aim is to offer ever larger, more sophisticated interior and exterior spaces that maximise on-board comfort and provide owners with privacy and well-being while emphasising contact with the sea.

What’s the added value of a Custom Line yacht? Every Custom Line yacht is built by specialist master artisans whose work is infused with the pride and dedication they feel as creators of highly prestigious yachts. The distinctive lines of the exteriors and interiors are based on a collaboration between centres of design excellence, the yard’s architects and project managers and the Custom Line Atelier. In constant contact with the owner’s family, they create the yacht piece by piece. The pure lines are matched by a decisive character, the mark of a well-defined personality.

What’s the common element in the relationships between Custom Line and the brands it creates relationships with? Heritage, Italian design, quality, artisanal techniques, constant innovation and exclusivity are the values linking Custom Line and the selected Italian design and furnishing brands that can give clients unique emotions and experiences. It’s a journey that goes beyond the superficial, beyond appearances, it’s one that starts with people, technicians, artisans, skills that are used every day when you become involved in the art of building refined yachts. A unique voyage, exactly like the yachts and their owners. Because sailing is an art.

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FABIANI YACHT 101’ HYBRID

A yacht providing a glimpse of the future with an impressive retractable photovoltaic park that makes the 101 Hybrid sustainable and self-sufficient even when at sea. Built in aluminium with a length of 28.80 metres it combines technological innovation and respect for the environment with a unique cutting-edge design

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abiani Yacht has installed a 190 square-metre solar

metres (30.40 metres overall) and a 6.73 metre beam, it is a custom

photovoltaic park on its 101 Hybrid model. This gene-

yacht on the basis a naval platform with outstanding volumes that

rates 195 kWh per day, enabling the yacht to sail using

have been transformed into spaces with a spectacular sea view by

only the power provided by the solar panel system. At

huge windows, like the full-height units enfolding the three free sides

a speed of 6-8 knots, this environmentally friendly yacht is silent

of the owner’s suite on the forward main deck.

and sustainable.

The saloon is a visual tour de force where a choice of extremely light

The on-board battery pack providing a total of 560 kWh enables

colours and full-height windows combine to create an airy, refined

energy to be accumulated, taking the yacht’s sailing duration in full-

setting that enhances the view of the sea without overpowering it.

electric regime to around 22 hours. A number of panels are mounted

The large galley is separated from the saloon by a partition with ope-

on the roof, but the yacht can also deploy large retractable panels

ning glass door - the eye can run along the whole length, amplifying

mounted between the fly deck and main deck. Using a system of

the feeling of being in a bright, generous space.

trolleys, they extend laterally or forwards when the yacht is under

Aside from the owner’s suite on the forward main deck the slee-

way or at anchor. When greater speed is desired two powerful 1900

ping area is laid out on the lower deck, with four/five guest cabins,

hp diesel engines can be fired up, providing a range of 400 miles at a

including two for VIPs in the case of the four-cabin version as well

cruising speed of 20 knots and a top speed of 23 knots.

as two crew cabins with bathroom and small galley. They are acces-

The panel management system has been patented by Maurizio Fabia-

sed separately through the aft door or a special door in the saloon.

ni, president of Fabiani Yacht, as has the multifunctional aft platform

Outside, two staircases, one fore and one aft, link the cockpit and

- this sinks to a level of one meter below the water but can also be

the forward area with the small lounge in front of the owner’s suite,

raised to the level of the cockpit and also the flybridge, transforming

with the flybridge. Here the wheelhouse is sheltered by the long solar

itself into sea terrace of around 12 square metres. At berth the plat-

panel canopy, which can be retracted to enable guests to enjoy the

form aligns itself with the jetty, taking on the roles of gangway and a

sunshine. It features freestanding elements that create great functio-

means of loading, for example, a small car or motorbike.

nal versatility. A forward lounge with sofa and sunpad is reached via

The 101 Hybrid is a Fabiani Yacht project in collaboration with Navi-

the side walkways around the flybridge helm station.

rex - Mario Grasso Design. Built in aluminium with a length of 28.80

www.fabianiyacht.it

Large windows for all main deck interiors. Here, the saloon conversation area and the owner’s suite overlooking the sea. To side, the 101 Hybrid with the entire 190 square metre array opened out to the sun

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The galley located in the saloon maintains the sober, refined style. A glass partition separates it from the dining area with a table for twelve guests eager to enjoy the cookery display

questions to Maurizio Fabiani President of Fabiani Yacht What type of owner did you design the 101 Hybrid for?

The 101 Hybrid is definitely the top of the Fabiani Yacht range. It’s intended for owners who are committed to protecting the sea and the environment in general as well as having the skills and competence needed to sail classic yachts around 30m or more in length. The yacht is equipped with a complex series of systems capable of managing two very diverse types of propulsion. In essence this means being able to use large diesel engines that can power the yacht to a top speed of 23 knots while also being to draw on two electrical propulsion systems fed by large, retractable solar panel arrays to enable sailing at 6-8 knots in total silence with zero pollution and at zero cost.

How does the panel system work in high winds?

In high winds if the sea is rough and it’s hard to maintain smooth sailing the panels should be retracted. If the skipper doesn’t act, accelerometers pick up the anomaly, activate an audible alarm and initiate the automatic retraction process for the panels.

What are the yacht’s other main features?

The exterior and interior spaces are very striking. The owner’s cabin is unique, extremely panoramic, and the large opening windows mean the lounge is full of light. Then there’s the large forward sunpad that can be raised to an elevated position.

The flybridge is spacious and versatile. Finally, when the yacht’s moored up in the marina the patented multifunctional platform makes it accessible to all, including wheelchair users.

Luxury and sustainability. Are owners ready for this combination?

We think that owners are now aware that luxury, sustainability and technical skill can exist side-by-side.

On-board lifestyles are changing. How does the 101 reflect this?

We think the lifestyle on board our 101’ can meet every owner’s requirements. It’s a splendid villa boasting every comfort that you can take wherever you like – you can float at anchor and enjoy a nice swim in a secluded bay using solar energy to power the yacht’s services. Our 101’ is easily accessible to little kids and their grandparents.

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Creative minds that invent new styling cues and unleash hot trends as they give owners their hearts’ desires. Their designs enhance our lives and transform the on-board experience. Again and again, the solutions they craft help yards to raise the bar, meeting soaring expectations and building ever more stunning superyachts

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As part of its exploration of new design areas the studio Zuccon International Project presents Jacques-Yves, a highly versatile, personalisable modular seating system that formally marks the entry of Bernardo and Martina Zuccon into the field of product design, with the prestigious collaboration of Poltrona Frau

Towards New Horizons

by Désirée Sormani

Bernardo and Martina Zuccon have been at the helm of the studio founded in Rome in 1972 by architects Gianni Zuccon and Paola Galeazzi. Zuccon PH. GIOVANNI MALGARINI

International Project stands out for its multidisciplinary approach in number of fields, including civil architecture, and is one of the most authoritative design studios in the luxury yacht industry

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The modular seating system provides outstanding flexibility and versatility, available in a range of details, materials and configurations. The storage spaces inside the seats are a legacy of nautical design

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ever stand still, always look beyond current horizons and

But where exactly is the interface between furnishing and yachts? “The

take on new challenges. This seems to the philosophy

real element of similarity in our approach to a project that was so diffe-

adopted by Bernardo and Martina Zuccon, who head the

rent from those we usually work on was exploiting all the experience

famous design studio, founded in the 1970s by their fa-

we built up in the yacht-building sector to design a sofa that was ge-

ther Gianni and their mother Paola Galeazzi. Because for them a new

nuinely capable of responding to the problems involved in its unusual

challenge has appeared, creating a link between two worlds, residential

location – a setting that moves across the water”, the designer says.

and nautical, which may seem far apart but are in fact very closely

Jacques-Yves is a versatile, flexible modular system that can be used

related. The new adventure is called Jacques-Yves. Not just any na-

both indoors and out. It enables an almost infinite variety of configu-

me, but one chosen to define a full-blown modular seating collection

rations that are ideal for all locations, whether it be on board a yacht

created for Poltrona Frau, the famous brand with many connections to

or in a home or hotel. With a timeless, sober and essential design it

the yachting world. Its history goes back to the 1930s when it created

establishes a harmonious relationship in a minimal or less stripped-

furnishings for the luxurious transatlantic liners of the time.

down setting, adapting to a wide range of styles.

“Designing a sofa for the yahcting market was an unusual yet fascina-

The square lines develop horizontally with generous volumes in com-

ting challenge”, says Bernardo Zuccon, “Especially as it’s been carried

pact dimensions, designed to take up as little space as possible inside

out in collaboration with an internationally-recognised company like

the yacht with arms and seat depths reduced to a minimum without

Poltrona Frau. In our approach to the project I’ve tried to identify the

compromising on comfort and harmony of forms. It is, of course, totally

basic requirement the object was to fulfil, just as we were taught by the

personalisable reflecting the demands of the yachting market and the

renowned industrial designer Charles Eames, who said, “Recognising

Poltrona Frau philosophy.

the need is the primary condition for design”.

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Jaron Ginton in the offices of Ginton Naval Architects in Haarlem in the Netherlands. This year the company celebrates its 20th anniversary and business is booming: “2021 was our best year ever”

A Happy Mediterranean Yacht The M55 saw Ginton Naval Architects team up with the Milan-based HotLab studio in what proved to be the Yildiz Gemi shipyard’s swansong. None the less, the owner liked the boat so much that he virtually started living on board

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The M55, 41-metre custom superyacht, for which Ginton provided the naval architecture, while the Italian studio Hot Lab handled the interior design

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aron Ginton was 29 when he began studying naval architec-

Ginton, also “did a great job” on the M55: “it’s a really nice interior,

ture at the Higher Institute of Technology in Haarlem in the

a happy Mediterranean boat.”

Netherlands. Prior to that his resumé included serving as an

As for the yacht’s naval architecture, Ginton says that the M55,

officer in the Israeli navy, working as a charter captain and

which has Class RINA commercial unrestricted certification, a cru-

sailing between Israel and the Caribbean with his Dutch girlfriend,

ising speed of 13.5 kn and can house 12 guests and nine crew, is

who subsequently became his wife. He set up Ginton Naval Archi-

“actually quite a normal boat, with a steel hull and no revolutionary

tects in Haarlem in 2002. Since then, the studio has designed more

features”. The main challenge was to satisfy the needs of the owner,

than 70 boats and business is booming: “2021 was our best year

“a Mediterranean man who likes to sit both outside and inside”.

ever, in spite of the Covid pandemic. The market is crazy, although

This meant creating “a huge veranda behind the wheelhouse”, with

obviously it remains to be seen what effect the Russian embargo will

large sliding doors connecting the two areas. Not only that, the

have, as Russian owners are a huge part of the European market.”

owner didn’t want a flybridge, while “he wanted everything to be

One of the products of Ginton’s best year was the 41-metre custom

clean, so we put the tender, which is also the rescue boat, in the

superyacht M55, which was built at the Yildiz Gemi shipyard in I-

bow, under the hatch.” The owner also likes to tow an 11-metre

stanbul, Turkey. Unfortunately, 2021 was less wonderful for the yard,

speedboat, “although I didn’t ask him how he managed to do that

which went out of business. This was due to the bankruptcy of its

crossing the Atlantic!”

owners, Perini Navi, who sold the site to a gas producer that plans

Indeed, the owner and his multi-generational family spent a lot

to use it for other purposes. Ginton says that Yildiz Gemi completed

of time on the boat, in the Med in the summer and sailing to the

construction of the M55 and then ceased operations. As with 2019’s

Caribbean in winter. “He hardly ever chartered it, as he likes to

43-metre motoryacht Sunrise, which was also built at Yildiz Gemi,

spend time on board himself.” Surely, this is the ultimate accolade.

the interior design was by the Milan-based Hot Lab studio who says,

www.ginton.nl

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A Balance of Past and Future Two owners have chosen Spadolini Design to bring new life to a Magnum 63 and Magnum 38. These meticulous projects involve modern solutions that harmonise perfectly with the style and performance these historic motorboats carry in their DNA

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Florentine architect Tommaso Spadolini, son of Pierluigi, universally recognised as a stalwart of yacht design. King Juan Carlos of Spain’s 43-metre yacht Fortuna is one of his designs. The studio, based in the deconsecrated church of Saints Augustine and Christine in Florence works with yards that are part of the international nautical industry

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The original Pininfarina design was retained on the Magnum 63 (top), although it now sports a livery recalling the look of American muscle cars. The Magnum 38 (rendering above) has been given a more radical treatment to transform it into a unique fast day cruiser

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enovating doesn’t simply mean making something like

drail, created a more streamlined windshield and kept the distinctive

new again. A refit should be based on respect, respect

rollbar of the original model”. The white livery with two wide blue

for the boat’s history, the events it has experienced and

stripes, though, is entirely new, a precise specification of the owner,

the thoughts surrounding it - always, though, with an

who was inspired by the colours worn by Ford Mustangs and Shelby

attentive eye on what the contemporary world has to offer. And

Cobras. The refit is under way at the CARM yard in Lavagna, with

doing this means taking a cultured overview. Tommaso Spadolini has

launch scheduled for mid-June.

proved himself to be a master in this field - his name alone conjures

The Magnum 38 is undergoing a more radical makeover. As Spado-

up echoes of yacht-building history. Son of the famous Pierluigi (and

lini says, ”Only the hull and portholes were salvaged. The owner

nephew of senator Giovanni) Spadolini, his studio is located in the

wanted to use it as a maxi-tender and fast day cruiser for his yacht”.

deconsecrated church of Saints Augustine and Christina in Florence,

The original propulsion system was replaced by a pair of 500 hp CAT

the cradle of Italian culture. Here the architect creates hyper-modern

turbodiesels. “This involved a complete do-over of the engine room

designs and refit projects for craft that have written motor yacht

and strengthening the transom”. The cockpit has also been revam-

history, like the Magnum 63 and Magnum 38 whose owners chose

ped, and now instead of the sunpad it boasts two side couches. A

Spadolini. In the 1980s and 90s America’s Magnum Marine yard

modern dinette has been installed in the bows. Below deck there is

was a benchmark for yachtsmen looking for a fast, comfortable and

a single open space with separate shower and WC.

high-performance motorcruiser. Aware of this background, Spado-

The Magnum 38 has been given a grey hull livery to match its mother

lini took on the challenge.

yacht. The work is being carried out by the highly-skilled artisans

“For the Magnum 63 we chose to respect the original Pininfarina

of the Azzura yard in Gaeta, which has a long maritime tradition.

design”, he says. “In this way we eliminated the large bow han-

Launch is set to take place soon.

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The most advanced safe sailing and manoeuvrability technologies, the most extraordinary on-board life enhancing solutions engineering, the most exclusive and spectacular finishes that make yachts unique and individual. Because yachts are increasingly being crafted around their owners’ desires with the specific aim of reflecting the latter’s imagination and personalities

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ART AND BEAUTY Calling them just carpets and rugs doesn’t do them justice. The high degree of artisanal skill that goes into the products made by Luxury Carpet Studio approaches the level of art, and has won recognition from fashion houses, luxury hotels and megayacht owners

by Micaela Zucconi - ph. Courtesy of Luxuru Carpet Studio

To side, two kinds of personalised artisan-made carpet for superyachts and cruise ships. The carpet in the middle is made using the “embossing” technique that enables the creation of a unique 3D effect.

Hand-stitched cord weaves generate precious compositions for luxury outdoor spaces

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uality, creativity, vision, competence and experience

the design and moves on to a careful choice of materials, manufacture,

– but also skilful coordination and teamwork combi-

tests and certification (required for product safety, like the International

ned with flexibility and the ability to offer a product of

Fire Standard) and finally client services and logistics. “We deal with the

outstanding excellence. The Luxury Carpet Studio is

large fashion houses who choose us to help beautify their boutiques and

an Italian company that since 2012 has successfully occupied a special

showrooms. We have twelve on our books, to be joined by another three

market niche – rugs and carpets, almost always made-to-measure and

this year. Then there are the world’s most important shipyards with their

always with a rich artisanal input, for clients seeking a blend of refined

mega- and giga-yachts, private aircraft owners, large hotel chains like

aesthetics and unequalled functionality. The company’s founder and

Hyatt, Bulgari, Marriott and Sheraton, as well as residential complexes and

CEO is Vincenzo Solenne. It is based in the industrious town of Brianza,

prestige homes”. The choice of materials and manufacturing techniques

home to many other successful brands. Solenne already had a very clear

are crucial factors in meeting specifications and requirements - wool, silk,

idea of his future when he was a student of economic science at Naples

combinations of select materials along with dyed nylon solutions, and

– he wanted to become an entrepreneur. And that’s exactly how things

innovative recycled and recovered fibres with fantastic aesthetic potential.

worked out, after finishing a master’s degree in sales and management

Production is handled by workshops and ateliers in China and Hong Kong

at the IED in Milan then training in London and Hong Kong. He went

with a long tradition of artisanal production. In order to identify them and

on to join a company in Brianza producing fabrics and carpets, and this

forge an enduring collaboration Solenne used his previous experience in

experience proved to be decisive, as Solenne developed a passion for a

Asia and a great deal of travelling. The artisans are skilled in all the tech-

furnishing product that demands a profound knowledge of luxury fabrics

niques required by the company’s repertoire of products. These include

and the techniques required to process them. This led to the foundation

handtufting, (a technique combining the traditional mastery of fabric ma-

of the Luxury Carpet Studio, a company designing and manufacturing

king with modern technology), handknotting, handloom and Axminster

high quality rugs and carpets intended for refined, cultured settings

& Wilton (carpets with a very dense pile, with the yarn machine-woven

where the demand was for extra-luxury products combining innovation

into the carpet backing). These techniques have a high artisanal content

and tradition. The final result was a high-end brand of great excellence

and are often genuine made-to-measure works of art. “But always with a

manufacturing products based on long, painstaking development and

watchful eye on the environmental impact”. The brand’s current commit-

work. These products are available with personalised colours, dimen-

ment is to use over a period of a few years only natural materials, recycled

sions, textures and materials or as items from collections developed

fibres and non-polluting dyes, cutting waste and creating an ethically

in collaboration with designers and architects. The process starts from

responsible relationship with those working for us”. www.luxurycarpet.it

The brand’s experience in the sector enables it to select the finest yarn for the project, ensuring the highest international quality standards with prestigious luxury products that combine beauty, refinement, elegance, design and artistic value

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questions to Vincenzo Solenne CEO of Luxury Carpet Studio What imminent projects are you most excited about?

There are three, mainly – converting part of our production into recycled products in line with the dynamics of the circular economy, opening a new branch in the UK and becoming world leader over the next three years in the megaand giga yacht markets.

Which yacht-building yards do work with most frequently? Heesen Yachts, Sanlorenzo, Palumbo Group, ISA Yacht, Montecarlo Yachts, AB Yachts, CBI Navi, Maiora, Gulf Craft and Baglietto.

Where do the raw materials you use come from? As well as the recycled materials, is it possible to source ethical materials of animal origin?

It depends on the type of raw material – for example, the wool we use is premium quality from New Zealand, from monitored farms that emphasise animal welfare and responsible land management. These are prestigious, select materials, mainly of natural origin.

What colours and patterns are the most popular?

It varies on the basis of the project under consideration. For yachts it’s light, natural colours that are most in demand, while the fashion industry mostly looks for more accentuated colours. Clients in the more traditional hospitality sector demand colours that offer greater ease of maintenance and cleanliness. For residential projects, though, it depends on the architect the final client is collaborating with. As for patterns, 3D patterns are especially prized by yacht builders and their clients. Many mega-and gigayacht projects use this type of pattern, made using refined yarns like a woolsilk blend and 100% silk.

Do you think carpets will also come back into fashion for furnishing home interiors? Can they become an artistic element, a vital part of the interior’s decorative concept?

Furnishing home interiors with carpets is something we don’t often see in the Italian culture, but it’s more widespread in the other parts of the world we work with. I think carpets can make a comeback, thanks to the influence and artistic trends of other cultures. They certainly have the potential to become a key element in interior decoration.

Bottom, left. The Zen model from the Kyoto collection inspired by spirituality of Zen gardens. Bottom, right, rugs from the Outdoor collection, perfect for yachting lifestyle

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COOL WINE

Calling them wine coolers doesn’t do them justice – as well as storing special vintages in ideal conditions, Datron fridges are furnishing items in their own right, to be shown off in all their splendour. With an emphasis on personalisation, they are perfect for those with the most refined aesthetic requirements

by Samuela Urbini - ph. Courtesy of Datron

Some of Datron’s wine furniture units, where the cooler plays the starring role.

Right and bottom, right, the same cooler mounted in two units with a dynamic tetris or more linear design.

Below, a smaller version. All in oak with laminated metal holders

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on the market were rather banal designs. He took over a company gemstone or precious timepiece should always be

in financial trouble and initiated an unprecedented development

stored in a secure place, and the same applies to

process. As he explains, “We used a German studio to plan a series

those special vintages that wine enthusiasts, who

of new products embodying German technology and Italian style

usually love entertaining, like to display and enjoy

to offer high quality wine coolers with a striking stylistic presence,

on suitable occasions. And the wine will taste all the better if it’s

reflecting the lessons I learnt during my time in the fashion world”.

stored with refinement and class. This is the thinking behind Datron

As a result the more conventional built-in or free-standing coolers

wine coolers – although to call them that really doesn’t do them

already sold to prestigious hotels, high-end restaurants and indivi-

justice. While amply fulfilling their primary function they reflect a

dual clients throughout the world were joined by a type of furniture

refined aesthetic where careful attention is paid to even the smallest

item created for people seeking coolers with more refined aesthetics,

detail. The robust oak frame with laminated metal in geometrical

and that are also available as bespoke items. “The original demand

shapes to hold glasses and wine-tasting accessories can also be

came from industry professionals, and the pieces were made by

transformed into a wall to embellish with books, sculptures or other

artisans from the Veneto, enabling a very high degree of persona-

furnishing objects. In this way it becomes part of its environment,

lisation, especially in the choice of wood and leathers”, says Rasi.

the focus for a pleasant evening with family or friends. The Datron

In line with the owner’s policy Datron only sells online, so clients

company is Austrian, but under Italian ownership - Sergio Rasi is the

have a direct reference point for enquiries regarding information,

creative mind behind its operations. After an extended period spent

personalisation and post-sales assistance – the input gained in this

working in the fashion industry in 2010 Rasi, a highly-skilled marke-

way has led to constant improvements in the company’s products.

ting expert and wine enthusiast, realised that the wine coolers then

http://www.datrongmbh.eu

Left, the Wine Wall 911 structure comprising spaces for bar accessories, books and furnishing objects. Below, a detail of the cooler’s digital display. Right, the wine unit taking pride of place in a lounge

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The Architecture of Water

by Marta Bernasconi - ph. Courtesy of Edilfare Piscine

With a sophisticated approach to swimming pool design, Edilfare Piscine moulds water and sets it in the landscape, generating a wonderfully en-hanced perception of well-being and relaxation

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ater is a living element that plays a vital role in our well-being. A swimming pool multiplies this power to an incredible degree, and some have realised it’s possible to open up new design concepts, breaking free of the conventional canons that have dominated

for so long. Fabio Signorelli, founder and owner of the Bergamo-based company, founded around 25 years ago and now a benchmark for the sec-tor, has developed a clear-cut awareness of the product he seeks to create. “We like linear, timeless forms where the water is left free to run, overflow and create settings that become part of the architecture and the natural surroundings. As for the materials, apart from reinforced concrete and steel we select simple materials with a minimalist

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Undefined edges emerging rising from the ground created by slopes that enhance water’s natural dynamism. Edilfare Piscina’s style aims to shape natural settings that encourage wellbeing and enhance the natural beauty of the pool sites

aesthetic, like wood and stone. These always remain like new. We use a

on the basis of the specific requirements of the individual builds, not

lot of PMMA (Perspex) to make glass-effect sides with a powerful visual

simply relying on standard models. Now we can also offer our clients

impact”. This emphasis on the development of shapes is matched by

a feng shui consultancy service. In the Eastern culture this discipline is

an intense awareness of environmental sustainability. The company

rooted in a swimming pool brings wealth and prosperity, and the way

offers water treatment methods that are as natural as possible, so do

it’s built, starting from its orientation, can exert an influence on personal

not involve the use of chlorine. These include ozone generators that can

well-being”. Winning the title of Best Italian Pool Special-ist five years

make the water clear and pure. The ex-clusive services offered by the

in a row has led Edilfare Piscine to become a high-level benchmark in

Edilfare Piscine set it apart from other companies in the sector. “Our

the sector. The company is now looking carefully at the yacht-building

staff includes a pool consultant, a highly-specialised profes-sional who

world and has begun to set its sights on markets across the Atlantic.

can take on board and resolve all pool design and construction issues

www.edilfare.it

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Walking on Clouds

by Désirée Sormani - ph. by Tim A. Marquardt

OT’s carpets are true works of art, stimulating the mind and the senses with their beauty and sumptously soft richness. Bespoke design and crafting are the secrets of its four-decade success story

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e all want to feel we are walking on clouds when we slip off our shoes and step into our homes or aboard our yachts. A rare privelege indeed but one granted by OT. Its sumptuously lush carpets are true works of sensual art. The OT story began over

40 years ago and in the intervening decades, Oliver Treutlein - with the help of his wife, Elke - has developed his artisan business into one of the leading international bespoke carpet companies. Crafted by hand from luxury natural fibres such as pure silk, cool linen and ultra-fine New Zealand virgin wool, these carpets really are unique hand-tufted masterpieces. They have been adding the perfect finishing touch, the perfect dash of flair, to the largest and most spectacular yachts plying our

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In these images, close-ups of the Topkapi Collection, one of OT’s most exclusive products. OT now fo-cuses mainly on luxury yachts and is a touchstone for the world’s leading yards (Lürssen, Heesen, Abeking & Rasmussen, to name but a very few). Below: Elke, Oliver and Julia Treutlein. OT remains a family company

oceans since OT first entered the nautical arena 35 years ago. “It grew out of a passion for sailing and yachts,” confesses Oliver Treutlein who now works mostly with the leading international custom-build shipyards. Why? Because OT has the creative talents to do the near-impossible, with all of its glorious creations handtufted in the German town of Meerbusch. “When I started out in 1985, I made the carpets myself with just two employees to order for our clients who were interior designers and architects back then,” laughs Treutlein. This laid the foundations for OT’s future focus and success: creating custom designs for custom projects. “From the beginning, this was the big difference with other competitors,” adds Oliver. “Clients like working with us because they know we create a new design for each new project. Everything is the highest quality from the very first sketch to the installation phase. Our other big advantage is that we are still a family business. Our daughter Julia is now in charge of Project Management, our son-in-law Max is following in my footsteps. Despite the difficulties of the pandemic and now the war in Ukraine, we are still delivering projects not just on time but also with a very modest or no extra cost”. www.olivertreutlein.com/en

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Full Ahead

by Paola Bertelli - ph. Courtesy of Volvo Penta

Volvo Penta made its official entry into the superyacht world with its IPS propulsion system offering performance, comfort and environmental awareness

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olvo Penta’s IPS propulsion systems are more than efficient and reliable - since their launch in 2005 they have inspired a revolution in the propulsion world. Over 35,000 units have been sold, and they

have been mounted on thousands of pleasure and commercial craft. In recent years they have also begun to be used on superyachts above 30 metres. The latest of these was the Amer 120, launched last August. Volvo Penta has installed its most powerful IPS system on board this 36-metre yacht.

It comprises four 1000 hp IPS 1350 diesel thrusters coupled to pod drives, and it is this combination of IPS

engines and underwater pods with their hydrodynamic featuThe wide range of IPS units includes models between 300 and

res and powerful propulsion that makes the system so effective.

1,000 hp for installing on craft from 9 metres long to superyachts in

What is the IPS so suitable for superyachts, too? The first factor

dual, triple and quadruple layouts. Launched in 2005, IPS systems

is the outstanding performance produced by this unique sy-

can now be found on over 40,000 yachts

stem with dual contra-rotating propellers facing forwards and

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Above, left, the quadruple IPS system on the Amer 120, a 36-metre yacht by Permare (above,right), is the most powerful IPS system installed by Volvo so far. Underwater exhausts and elastic engine and transmission supports mean significant cuts in vibration and noise

located beneath the hull ready to “bite” the water, as well as the

comfort, especially when sailing at night. The joystick helm sim-

fact that the IPS enables yachts to sail in displacement and planing

plifies yacht management, particularly when navigating narrow

modes, resulting in fuel savings of up to 30% and lower environmen-

stretches of water. As a result owners can enjoy taking control of

tal emissions – the IPS units can be equipped with SCR, Selective

their large craft.

Catalytic Reduction, satisfying IMO Tier III standards and enabling

Equipping a superyacht with IPS units involves mounting an entire

the yacht to sail in ECAs (Emission Control Areas).

Volvo Penta system – pods, engines, exhaust, helm, electronic in-

Low consumption also means longer range, and the compact size

struments and cabling, software, joystick and Humphree intercep-

of the propulsion units and the system in general provides precious

tors (Humphree is a Volvo Group brand). In this way Volvo Penta

space on the lower deck – a smaller engine room, for example, tran-

becomes the single reference point for yacht propulsion, a strategic

slates into larger guest and crew cabins, more spacious garages for

aspect from the yard’s point of view during the construction phase

toys and tender and an even more spectacular beach club.

and an asset for owners and crew, who can look to Volvo’s powerful

The elastic mounts for the engine and transmission generate a con-

global assistance network for engine repairs and maintenance.

siderable reduction in vibration and noise and enhancing on-board

www.volvopenta.com

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Designer Water

by Paola Bertelli - ph. Courtesy of HP Watermakers

Creating a smarter, more virtuous on-board water cycle is the mission driving HP Watermakers in its development and production of desalinators, softeners and purifiers.

Its Part-Net Interface system means it’s the only producer in the world whose systems can interface with the helm station plotter. Its MWT softeners are new for 2022

Every year HP produces around 300 desalinators (top, the SCA series desalinator). As well as the commercial and pleasure sailing sectors it is active in the residential and military fields. Above, screenshot of the Part-Net interface system.

The MWT desalinators (left) are new for 2022

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elax, we make water... easier”. This five-word slo-

and Raymarine – where HP is the default application, and is an important

gan neatly sums up all aspects of this Milanese

step forward towards smarter, more user-friendly sailing.

company, which has been dealing with water for

The HP Watermakers company has a highly innovative philosophy.

over 25 years – and as we all know, this plays a vital

“Our work is based on two main elements, quality and innovation. We

role on board every yacht.

constantly strive to ensure our vision is at least ten years ahead. For a

“In 1995 we started by manufacturing manual desalinators and then we

small, flexible company like ours, it’s vital”. This year HP Watermakers

patented systems with fully-automated units, and now we’ve enabled

launched its new MWT (Marina Water Treatment) system, which uses a

them to interface with the on-board plotter. In other words we’ve put

special membrane to filter the water drawn from the quayside network

control of the desalinator in the owner’s hands. Climbing down into the

to fill yacht tanks, decalcifying it while ensuring it retains all its sensory

engine room to manage our equipment is now a thing of the past”.

qualities. MWT 1000, the version intended for big boats, comes online

The innovative Part-Net Interface system adds significant added value

automatically, interfacing via Part-Net on the plotter and carrying out the

to the HP Watermakers desalination unit, already unique for its level of

work of traditional softeners. The special membrane enables it to avoid

automation, low maintenance requirements and remote management.

maintenance issues.

“It all started years ago when we made large desalination units for a resort

The MWT joins a catalogue of products that now provide all-round on-

on one of the remotest islands in the Maldives. Linking it to the Internet

board water treatment. After developing desalinators and decalcifiers,

and managing it remotely was crucial for us. Once the communications

HP Watermakers closes the circle and brings the water to the glass. The

protocol had been developed we realised how useful it would also be on

HP Genius tank water purification and mineralising system means that

board a yacht. That’s when we developed the Part-Net Interface with its

natural or sparkling, chilled or room temperature water is always on tap.

access to the helm station plotter”. The system is compatible with the

Most important of all, it is sterilised at the dispensing point.

main brands on the market - Garmin, Furuno, Simrad, Lowrance, B&G

https://hpwatermaker.it

HP was founded in 1995 by the Zucco family: below, from right, Gianni Zucco, Luciano’s father, his mother Valeria Grossi and sister Valentina.

The company – always open to innovation - is based in Zibido San Giacomo on the outskirts of Milan, with other offices in Dubai, the Maldives, South Africa and, in a few months’ time, Fort Lauderdale.

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Always Moving Forward

by Paola Bertelli

There’s always a buzz of excitement around the place at Besenzoni as the company readies itself yet again to take on new challenges and develop the right solutions for the right yacht.

This “can-do” attitude enables it to maintain its position as a benchmark for the sector, with its on-board accessories and components that can be customised to suit every yacht

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he EVO V8 has become a permanent showroom for Besenzoni. Together with the Blu Emme Yachts yard and designer Valerio Rivellini, Besenzoni has developed, customised and

researched a series of accessories and components on board the yacht, reflecting the requirements of the owner and his crew. In the words of Giorgio Besenzoni, president of Besenzoni spa, “Starting from an existing Besenzoni product, the shipyard and designer managed to create new solutions and even customize some of the products, adapting them to the demands of the yacht’s particular design”.

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The Evo V8 is a unique 24-metre yacht with a refined design and cutting-edge concept. It’s like a Russian doll hiding one surprise inside the other, and Besenzoni plays an important role in many of these surprises. We’ll start with most unusual element, the rooftop. The designer conceived it as a surprise effect, very low, concealed from view from the side and integrated into the superstructure. Inevitably there could be no fixed stairway to provide access as this would betray its presence, so the choice was made to instal a retractable hydraulic

Besenzoni has equipped the Evo V8 with a wide array of customised

staircase developed by Besenzoni on the basis of its multifunctional SP

solutions, starting with the stairs linking the cockpit and roof top (below)

602 stairs. The same model was also the starting point for customising

and for swimmers boarding the yacht (top). The tender hoist is concealed

the swim stairs: “The installation of the retractable hydraulic ladder

beneath the cockpit floor (above) leaving the space free for guests to

that leads to the Roof Top”, says Giorgio Besenzoni, “Required careful,

enjoy. Also by Besenzoni, the partially opening windows in the saloon (top,

detailed design to adapt the existing product to a context characterized

left) and, forward, the canopy by the company’s BestShade division

by extremely limited spaces”.

Another key element by Besenzoni is located on the beach area, a huge space designed to be entirely available for the use of guests, so all the technical elements are hidden out of sight, starting with the Besenzoni G 444 hydraulic tender hoist, which retracts into a space under the floor.

Further forward the sunshade canopy from Besenzoni’s BestShade division provides rapid shelter from the heat.

Finally, in the scenic main deck lounge the partially-opening high-tech windows made by Besenzoni required careful design and extremely precise construction, “As we had to integrate the existing system with the special film technology containing LCD crystals, which makes it possible to make the glass opaque for greater privacy and transform it into a projector screen in 4K”. The encounter with the Blu Emme Yachts yard has enabled Besenzoni to exploit its experience, know-how and vision to the full, constantly aiming to develop proposals with tailormade aesthetics and functionality. www.besenzoni.it

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[ MEGAYACHT ]

Crisp, elegant lines are the hallmark of this 30-metre yacht, a winning combination of functionality and comfort. It hosts guests in hospitable spaces that invite a relationship with the surrounding sea, and offers 120 square metres of open-air space on the flybridge

by Paola Bertelli - ph. Maurizio Parisi

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MAIORA 30 WALKAROUND

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ts volumes and an exciting interaction between interiors and exteriors are the two features that immediately strike those setting foot on board the Maiora 30 Walkaround, a yacht inspired by the on-going research carried out by the Next Yacht Group yard with its team of interior and exterior designers. The yacht is 30 metres long with a 7.5 metre beam.

The inter-deck height of 2.20 metres ensure enhanced liveability and functionality, while a versatility that generates dynamic, never static spaces means there is an even greater emphasis on comfort.

The designers’ aim was to shape a lifestyle that also extends to the yacht’s marine environment, with the sea playing a crucial role. The clean, soberly elegant furnishings in neutral colours and select natural materials inside and out help create a balanced, harmonious stylistic continuity. The three decks are connected by external stairs fore and aft, providing the infrastructure for a smooth, natural flow of on-board movement and interaction. One very striking element is the infinite flybridge, 120 square metres of open-air space hosting a series of open, sun-filled spaces fore and aft with loungers, conversation areas and shaded areas sheltered by a light, dynamic hard top. There is also a bar and open-air dining area. Wide side walkways connect the bow and stern spaces. The designers have succeeded in integrating the flybridge into the yacht’s sleek profile without compromising its taut lines and sporty look. Guests stepping aboard are immediately welcomed by a sophisticated cockpit furnished with freestanding elements by Talenti – the sofa, armchairs and coffee table are all finished in teak, and the two lamps have a timeless geometric design. A few steps separate this space from the aft deck, a spacious sea-level terrace with a deep horseshoe-shape sofa facing the sea.

In the main-deck saloon huge full-height windows open out onto the spectacular view – the slender balustrades do not intrude on the visual contact with the sea. The style is refined and contemporary, warm and welcoming, reminiscent of an exclusive villa. A large marble-topped Poltrona Frau table precedes a relaxation/TV/cinema room with soft furnishings again by Poltrona Frau, including the Archibald, an icon leather armchair with a classic elegance.

A fully concealed ”infinity” glass door sets up a dialogue between the saloon and cockpit, each becoming an extension of the other. When it’s open, it transforms the dining area into an alfresco space.

The choice of a raised wheelhouse on an intermediate level between the main and sun decks has left the designers free to revamp the spatial layout, creating a full-height owner’s suite forward of the saloon. Its long, wide windows provide a breath-taking view of the sea.

Four guest cabins are located on the lower deck, and the crew quarters can accommodate up to five people.

The yacht’s dimensions also mean there is ample room for a side-opening garage housing a tender over six metres long, and as there is more than two metres of headspace there’s plenty of scope for stowing a wide selection of water toys. The space further forward is used for storing all kinds of marine gear in a two-metre high locker with dual access so that guests can enjoy an uncluttered deck. The forward section also hosts a large stowage space that is home to a full-size jet ski that can be launched and recovered with a retractable crane.

The Maiora 30 Walkaround has a draft of just two metres, enabling it to navigate shallow waters, and is powered by two traditional MTU units pushing out 2000 Hp each, giving the yacht a top speed of 23 knots. Stabilisers operating under way and at berth ensure maximum comfort. www.nextyachtgroup.com

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Built by the Next Yacht Group, the Maiora 30 Walkaround is 30 metres long and 7.5 metres wide. In the photo, the striking stairs between the flybridge and main deck, an unusual solution that renders on-board movement fluid and agile. Great emphasis has been placed on the external spaces and clean, uncluttered decks, like the aft helm station (opposite page) and spacious forward lounge (opening)

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The light, natural colours of the contemporary interiors create a warm, bright and welcoming setting.

The huge, full-height windows in the saloon (two photos, top) furnished with freestanding elements – soft furniture, table and dining chairs – by Poltrona Frau. The owner’s suite in the forward main deck (in the two photos below) with leather bed head and surfaces. The bathroom makes use of almost all the available width. The top and washbasins are in Calacatta marble with Gessi taps

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Exterior Design / Giacomo Benelli, Head of Sales Next Yacht Group

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he main elements driving the study and design of the Maiora 30 Walkaround were a commitment to using extreme versatility and layout modularity to provide great freedom of use, as well as a desire to create taut, attractive lines, a sporty, sensual profile and interconnected spaces.

The Maiora 30’s “Walkaround” designation derives from the fact that guests can enjoy the fore and aft sections of the flybridge without interruption by using the side walkways and large exterior surfaces, with no interposed structural element.

It’s a unique feature that opens up an area of 120 square metres from stern to bow with no intervening stairs or steps.

The yacht has a raised helm station and an open stern making room for a fully-equipped beach area that’s ready to be enjoyed. The forward section has also been designed to create a sleek, distinctive profile with a Portuguese bridge whose size is unique in this category. The side-opening garage hosts a tender over six metres long, again unique in this category and for boats up to 40 metres in length, as well as every toy guests can desire. Concealed from view there is another

The aerial image and photos on the page opposite clearly show the generous dimensions of the flybridge, 120 square metres with sun areas forward, aft and in the centre sheltered by the large top, plus dining area and bar. Outdoor furniture by Talenti

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garage in the bows for a full-size jet ski that can be launched and recovered with a hidden crane, plus a two-metre high locker with dual access for the discreet stowage of marine equipment. Finally, it’s possible to enjoy the yacht’s exterior spaces without obstacles or space limitations. My favourite

area is the sun deck, which will take everyone’s breath away.

Quite frankly, there isn’t another one like it on the market.

When you climb the aft stairs you feel you’ve been given privileged access to the rooftop terrace of an exclusive hotel, exquisitely Italian and with a romantic feel.

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Interior Design Valeria Guidetti, Next Yacht Group Style Centre

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n elegance that is sophisticated without tending to minimalism and an atmosphere that puts guests at their ease, communicating serenity and warmth – these were the specifications outlined in the brief we worked from.

Maiora 30 Walkaround was created to provide owners with a 30-metre craft with much larger volumes than yachts of a similar length and equal or greater headroom than that offered by larger designs. On this yacht we’ve emphasised the concept of volume while maintaining open environments that are easy to make use of and where the furnishings enhance the space’s dimensions rather than cluttering their surroundings. These free, flowing spaces are always full of natural light, creating a seductive, comfortable feeling that surrounds guests as they gradually discover a yacht that’s decidedly bigger than its 30 metre length would suggest. The underlying theme of the entire design is the connection, the interaction between indoor and outdoor spaces, sheer fun and total relaxation.

The raised position of the bridge is a distinctive features that enabled us to retain a sleek exterior line and make the best use of the available interior volumes. It also allowed us to transform the entrance to the owner’s suite into a full-height luminous screen, emphasising the importance of the space.

We build custom yachts, all different because all our clients have their own requirements. For this model we chose a palette of warm colours – the soft grey of the wood blends perfectly with the beige ceilings and leather, creating an elegant interaction with the different dove greys of the furnishings and the brown flooring.

A large part of the furnishings, from the beds to the storage units, Calacatta marble washbasins and exterior furniture were designed entirely in-house. Some pieces, like the TV unit or the storage modules in the saloon are integrated with iconic products by our partner Poltrona Frau, although they have been modified to meet our needs. Poltrona Frau also supplied all the interior chairs and sofas. Other important partners like K-array and Samsung collaborated with us on technical aspects to develop original solutions that go together to create a unique on-board experience.

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Top, the cockpit in the main deck saloon with teak-finished freestanding items by Talenti. Below, the large full-height windows reveal the saloon, which transforms into a cinema. Left, the stairs leading to the sleeping area on the lower deck

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The Shipyard Gennaro Candida De Matteo, CEO Next Yacht Group

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Located in front of the wheelhouse, which is on an intermediate level between the main deck and flybridge, the forward exterior lounge is a quiet area furnished with horseshoe-shaped sofas and unfussy ottomans

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nchanting, light-filled, functional, the Maiora 30 Walkaround is our interpretation of the “Mediterranean” type craft, full of light throughout, with huge spaces and exterior solutions enabling guests to enjoy the sun and sea, traditional propulsion and the sophisticated Maiora taste in every detail.

This superyacht’s basic underlying concept, in line with the Next Yacht Group DNA, is to offer a new dimension of customisation. This includes not only the layout, decor, engines and list of options but a modularity developed in the product planning stage enables owners to select from the different stern, superstructure and top deck modules to construct their own interpretation of on-board life and spatial configuration. The Maiora 30 Walkaround is the sister of the Maiora 30 Convertible: the same naval platform with 7.5 metre beam, sideopening garage and net inter-deck height of over 2.20 metres, but with a more Mediterranean emphasis, greater exterior functionality and no compromise in the volumes and interior comfort. Put simply, spaces, heights and carrying capability of a yacht one size larger with light, glamour, technology and innovative solutions throughout.

The project’s basic ingredients were a readiness to listen to input from owners and Maiora enthusiasts, technical creativity, the sophisticated taste of the interior designers and the intention to use modularity to create a unique product for a select number of passionate owners.

As always there was no shortage of technical and construction challenges. Take, for example, being able to provide 15% of tonnage more in relation to the length while remaining a leader in terms of performance, even with traditional propulsion, inventing modularity without running the risks of pure custom and finally, interpreting market trends like light-filled interiors, contact with the sea, comfort and lifestyle with proposals that are always original and intensely appealing.

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courtesy the artist and Galleria Continua

[ ART ON BOARD ]

A NEW CAPITAL OF CREATIVITY

by Micaela Zucconi

It may not be London, New York or Paris but Dubai hosts a thriving art scene, set against a background of economic development, futuristic architecture and tourist promotions

Above, Anish Kapoor, Spanish Gold to Magenta satin, 2019. Opposite, top, Loris Cecchini, Aeolian landforms, Khabra, 2021 both Galleria Continua. Right, bottom, Muatasim Alkubaisy, the bronzes Drums of Wars (2016) and Migration (2016), both Ayyam Gallery

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he art scene in Dubai, a city that recently celebrated the fiftieth

Leila Heller Gallery of New York. It is the region’s largest and offers

anniversary of its foundation, has seen significant growth over

a programme emphasising the dialogue between Western and Middle

the past ten years with a packed calendar of events including

Eastern artists, featuring among many others the Lebanese-Canadian

Art Dubai and the opening of museums like the Louvre Abu Dhabi,

artist Mouna Rebeiz. Another is Frenchman Stéphane Custot’s Custot

the Jameel Arts Center of Dubai and foundations promoting the

Gallery Dubai, opened in 2016 and showcasing a number of high-

spread of artistic culture. The presence of internationally-recognised

profile 20th century and contemporary artists, with a portfolio of

galleries is further proof of the important role played by the arts in

illustrious names like Jean Dubuffet, Enrico Castellani, Fabienne

this Gulf city. Many of these centres are concentrated in the Al Quoz

Verdier and Pablo Reinoso. The Gallery Isabelle van den Eynde was

district, the location of the Arserkal Avenue, a flourishing artistic

one of the first to establish a presence in Dubai, opening in 2006

hub that also hosts trendy bars and nightclubs, cool gyms and a very

and in 2010 on Arserkal Avenue. It is known for encouraging new

popular theatre. One of the galleries is the Dubai location of the

African and Middle-Eastern artists – one of these is Hassan Sharif,

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[ ART ON BOARD ]

Above left, Zeinab Al Haschemi, Day 1, 2022. Right, Mouna Rebeiz, Hagen de Merak, 2020, plexiglass, both Leila Heller Gallery. To side, Alexander Calder, Highway, 1973, Opera Gallery.

Right-hand page: above, the Custot Gallery with the Sun is coming Up exhibition. In the background, The Eye of History (Atlantic Perspective). Points of Continent, 2012, by Marc Quinn. Centre, two more views of the Custot Gallery. Bottom, left, Ana Mazzei, Sleepwalk, installation at the Green Art Gallery.

Right, Hassan Sharif, Six Points Angular Lines – Part 4, 2013, Gallery Isabelle Van Den Eynde.

a pioneer of conceptual art in the Gulf region. “The art scene in

emerging Middle Eastern artists alongside well-established figures

Dubai has significant potential, in a context that also embraces the

like the Iranian-American Michael Rakowitz. Just down the way is

neighbouring Emirate of Sharjah, with the Sharjah Art Foundation,

the Ayyam Gallery, originally from Damascus, which since 2006

and Abu Dhabi, where Frank O. Gehry’s new Guggenheim Museum

has been operating on the basis of a collaborative network taking in

is scheduled to open in 2026”, says Ekaterina Plastinina, director

the USA, Europe, Africa and Asia. Also in the art district, the Volte

of the Green Art Gallery. Originally an intimate exhibition space

Art Project gallery shows works by, among others, the Indian artist

in Syria, the gallery was relaunched as a salon d’art in Jumeirah in

K.K. Raghava. The cultural centre of the Gate Village at the Dubai

1995 and then a contemporary art space in Al Quoz. It specialises in

International Financial Center (DIFC) hosts Opera Gallery, with

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fourteen locations around the world. “Dubai is constantly evolving, and the arrival of new galleries and Christie’s auction house are a clear sign that the city is open for new developments. Our clients are important Emirates families or Western clients who are not permanent residents of Dubai”, says gallery director Sylvain P. Gaillard. The works on display range from more affordable items to museum pieces. Its roster of best-selling artists includes Lucio Fontana and Spain’s Manolo Valdes, with his iconic bronze Reina Mariana. The sophisticated XVA Gallery in Al Fahidi, Dubai’s old quarter, is a pioneering promoter of contemporary Middle Eastern art. The Italian contribution to this cultural ferment includes the Sconci Gallery, based in two venues, one at the DIFC and the other in the Design District, as well as the Oblong Art Gallery (already present in Forte dei Marmi), opened in 2019 by Paola Marucci and Emanuela Venturini, at Blue Waters Island, opposite Marina Beach. The Galleria Continua opened in Dubai in 2021 with a pop-up space in the Burj Al Arab hosting artists like the superstar Anish Kapoor and Loris Cecchini. It’s just the first step in Dubai for the San Gemignano-based gallery, which has always displayed a flair for opening new galleries in the right places and also has spaces in Paris, Cuba, Rome, Brazil and China.

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Left, interior of the Opera Gallery, foreground, La Dama India, 2018, by Manolo Valdes. Bottom, Opera Gallery, Enrico Castellani, Superficie bianca, 1992. This page, to side, a print of the 69 NFT works created, based on characters from the painting, 2022. Bottom, Volte Art Project Gallery, the monumental Guernica for the Siri-ocene , 2021, Acrylic on canvas 3.5 x 8 m, from The Guernica Project, by multidisciplinary Indian artist and storyteller Raghava KK. The work is inspired by the original Guernica by Pablo Picasso. A constantly expanding series, the project comprises paintings, digital prints, and a large selection of NFTs.

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In the furnishings collections by Italian brand Cassina the table, too, is beautified by new codes of expression, the creative product of masters of design and the collaboration with Ginori 1735

by Marta Bernasconi

n 2020 two of the most important names in Made in Italy production launched a collaboration that brought together the finest design talents. On the one hand Cassina, a pioneering industrial design company in the 1950s and now one of the top brands in the furnishing sector, and Ginori 1735, for almost three centuries the finest expression of the art of luxury porcelain. Two centres of excellence, and the synergy between the two brands constantly discovers and highlights less well-known creative aspects of great names in architecture and design, brought to life in the Cassina I Maestri collection with Ginori 1735. The first two table services,

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The Le Monde collection

by Charlotte Perriand is presented in a set of two.

To guarantee authenticity every object is marked with the Cassina and Ginori 1735 logos. This is the third line produced in collaboration between the two brands, which have been operating together in the tableware

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world since 2020

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Le Monde de Charlotte Perriand – Collezione Cassina I Maestri con Ginori 1735, ph. Valentina Sommariva

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Le Monde de Charlotte Perriand – Collezione Cassina I Maestri con Ginori 1735

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The versatile creativity of Charlotte Perriand, Fernand Léger and Le Corbusier helped redefine the canons of painting, architecture and design. Co-founder of the Union des Artistes Modernes and the Formes Utiles movement, she developed important contacts in the world of artistic tableware

the Service Prunier and the Collection Chandigarh, bear the signature of Le Corbusier. The first recalls the original service created for the Prunier restaurant in London, made in 1961 with the same intertwined hands motif featured on a tapestry by the architect and displayed in one of the owner’s private rooms. The Chandigarh collection comprises three trays depicting some interpretations in relief of symbols created by Le Corbusier and impressed into the walls of the buildings of Chandigarh, the Indian city he designed in the 1950s. True to its mission to bring to the table objects that can tell an important creative story, Cassina now presents its new Le Monde collection by Charlotte Perriand.

Architect, urban planner and photographer, Perriand was an all-round creative who could sense new currents in modernity before they occurred. The porcelain service comprises charger plate, plate, bowl and dessert dish with three different decorations that can be matched or mixed. The graphic motifs were selected from the designer’s image archive. Since the late 1930s she drew on photography as an important means of expression. The porcelain is hand-decorated with a blue and white pattern and reflects Charlotte Perriand’s interest in the natural world. During her travels she loved to gather and collect stones, roots and pieces of wood, and would then include them in her designs, using natural elements to integrate engravings and decorations. These methods had a solid practical basis in the knowledge the French architect acquired in Japan, where she studied lacquer work and ceramic techniques between 1940 and 1941. www.ginori1735.com - www.cassina.com

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COLLECTING

INSPIRATIONS

He takes the insights life provides every day and channels it into house and yacht design. Luca Bombassei describes the way he thinks, constantly seeking an interface between architecture and art

by Marta Bernasconi - ph. Courtesy of Luca Bombassei Studio Projects

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n architect and artist who combines the two essential

aesthetic awareness inspired by a close relationship with

qualities of beauty and utility. This was the type

the art world. “The common thread running through all my

of person regarded as the ideal in Humanist age,

work is my love for all forms of artistic expression. To me,

and it’s a description that neatly fits Luca Bombassei, an

art is a source of inspiration, constantly new stimuli that I

architect with an international training who operates from his

then transfer into my designs“. This creative process also

studios in Milan and Bergamo. The Bergamo base is located

benefits from the input of spontaneous experience. “It can

inside the Kilometro Rosso Innovation District. From urban

happen during a stroll through the Venice Biennale, among

planning to design, his work combines technology with an

all the materials, forms and colours, but increasingly when

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Opposite page, details of furniture and objects created by architect Luca Bombassei. Product design is part of his varied portfolio of design skills. Above, the archtect has studios in Milan and Bergamo. The Bergamo base is located inside the Kilometro Rosso Innovation District. The common thread running through all his work is his love for all forms of artistic expression

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I meet people from related fields, like collectors. They often ask me to place an art work in context within a design, so when starting from a work to set in a room you begin to design a wall, a dining room and bit by bit an entire project”. Another element that exerts a strong influence on the architect’s work is light. “I’ve lived in Copenhagen, where very long days are followed by equally long nights. During that period I developed a sharp eye

His passion for art is reflected

for lighting and the effect it can have on people’s lives.

in the way Luca Bombassei

I always think about how to reproduce natural light or

works – he often receives

materials that reflect and refract light in a very exciting

requests to create a setting

way”. Considering new methods of interaction between

around a piece of art, which

people is another constant in Luca Bombassei’s work.

becomes an active element

An especially interesting outcome is his project for the

in the interior design concept

spaces of the Deloitte Digital Studio in Milan, where the architect has defined an innovative work format anticipating the changes imposed by lockdown. “I wanted to find an alternative to the conventional fixed desk.

We experimented with a use of space that enabled more flexible work modes – working while you cook together or playing team games on a conference table that also transforms into a table tennis table. After experiencing the definitive disappearance of the traditional home/work duality over the past two years many of the architect’s clients are now ready to rethink living spaces, assigning an active use to spaces originally intended for business purposes. Now we come to the nautical project by Luca Bombasse for the interiors of Ferretti’s Navetta 42. “While retaining the traditional yacht layout the interior reflects an almost urban residential living concept. The result is a sort of house where you can enjoy a different view every day”. A second aspect of the project was the desire to make the interiors fit the presence of art works, so they would not simply look like status symbols to be shown off.

“Those who know and appreciate it spritually ask me to find a way of contextualising a work. Sometimes I have to think more like an art advisor than a designer”. The element of his experience in yacht-building he considers most enlightening is the collaboration with the parallel world of the artisans and experts who work with the big yards. “They’ve taught me to think in a different way about spaces and the sense of proportion, and it’s a ph. GermanoBorrelli

useful lesson that’s influenced my residential design. For example, when restructuring an old farmhouse in Puglia I reproduced a bathroom designed for the limited spaces of a yacht inside an old bread oven. Working on yachts has enabled me to think outside the box”. And to overcome all obstacles, transforming them into opportunities.

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Luca Bombassei’s work also extends to the yacht-building world. He is responsible for the interiors of the Navetta 42, which embody an idea of

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contemporary luxury. While retaining the traditional yacht layout the interior reflects an almost urban residential living concept

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FOR A SELECT FEW

Named after the famous American dress jacket, the Tuxedo 13.88 has a unique, individualistic sartorial character. Perfect as a tender or megayacht chase boat, this walkaround’s design and construction qualities are a promise of distinction and exclusivity

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An elegantly distinctive clean, linear design for the new Tuxedo 13.88, offered in a limited edition with different layouts and features, making every one a unique object

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magine a unique, exclusive object designed to offer a perfect interpretation of its owner’s requirements and offer almost endless opportunities for personalisation, like a bespoke jacket. In other words, a means of fulfilling the dream of possessing something wholly

individual. It’s a common ambition, because a unique object is a sign of status and distinction.

Now the concept isn’t limited to large yachts constructed according their owners’ wishes, it also applies to medium-sized craft. Tuxedo 13.88 is one of these, and is already a reality – the first yacht by the newly-established Tuxedo Yachting House brand in Lavagna, Liguria, is now sailing peacefully in the East Asian waters of Hong Kong, bearing something of great value – the hallmark attesting that every part of it was shaped by Italian hands. This is a powerful asset for number of reasons. Firstly, the original idea for the Tuxedo 13.88 is the result of a twenty-year collaboration between Laura Ceccarelli and her brother Francesco - both with yacht building in their blood as they are children of the famous Aldo, long-time president of Confindustria Nautica - and the renowned designer of unique yachts, Luca Dini.

The material chosen for the build is aluminium, reflecting the Ceccarelli family’s tradition and far-sightedness, realising the material’s potential as far back as 1963 and recognising that it is light, without equal and sustainable. Aluminium’s structural characteristics give it reliability, which translates into greater safety for guests and crew – in the event of an impact it deforms rather than breaks, so water does not enter the hull. It’s also flame resistant with a melting point of 660°. Lastly, aluminium lends itself easily to being recycled.

As Laura Ceccarelli says, “The reason behind setting up the Tuxedo Yachting House was to create a yard that would give all of its yachts the attention and dedication required to make them as perfect as they deserve to be. No stock production, where quantity is the most important consideration, but complete, absolute attention to detail”.

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It’s a walkaround that breathes exclusivity, a day cruiser with superyacht details. As the name

Straight bow with powerful sides, unique

suggests, Tuxedo Yachting House is a boutique creating perfect objects - like a tuxedo, in fact,

details and a stern deck that opens out into

the American dress jacket with an air of class and desirability. No Tuxedo 13.88 will ever

a spectacular 12.5 square metre terrace. The

resemble another, as they are entirely personalisable. The design of the exteriors is intended

Tuxedo 13.88 is a perfect walkaround to use

to produce the maximum aesthetic impact and functionality. The sides can drop down to

as a daycruiser or to accompany a megayacht

open up a spectacular water-level terrace of over twelve square metres. Even closed, the

as chase boat or tender. It offers infinite

cockpit still measures a generous 8.5 square metres. The two layouts for the forward area

possibilities for personalisation

provide aesthetic and functional alternatives. The owner of the first 13.88 chose the Black Tuxedo version with its classic sunpad with sea view, but there is now a second option – the Blue Tuxedo is a pure day cruiser with living area boasting a panoramic table and facing seats. The interiors give owners free rein to choose the layout and fittings that suit them best.

In the first example, the Hong Kong based client wanted a bow cabin with clean lines and a double bed with storage locker underneath. The Dini studio has designed an alternative with two separate beds that can be transformed into one single bed by lifting a section of the floor. The configuration possibilities also include a second with cabin hosting twin beds.

The helm station – located amidships, of course – features SIMRAD instrumentation with two 12” touch screens. Components and layout can be personalised. Two propulsion solutions are offered, outboard with three 300 Hp Mercury Verado motors or inboard with two Volvo D6 IPS 600 engines. Top speed for both is between 40 knots with a 35-knot cruising speed.

More powerful D6 IPS 650 and D8 IPS 700 units are also available. Be warned, though – there will only a few Tuxedos around, all personalised and exclusive – and, unfortunately, only for a select few. https://tuxedo-yachts.com

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Tuxedo 13.88 interiors give owners free rein to choose the layout and fittings they prefer. In the first example the Hong Kong based client wanted a forward cabin with clean lines and a double bed with storage locker underneath

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The list of illustrious brands that have written the story of Made in Italy flair and expertise includes Fendi, one name that occupies a privileged position, embodying creative excellence - now in the field of home design, too

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“Timeless products that continue to aesthetically inspire and amaze the final user. It’s the recognisability of uncompromising quality, an obsessive search for beauty even in less obvious details”.

This is luxury as interpreted by Alberto Da Passano, CEO of FF Design

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ome 1925: Adele and Edoardo Fendi open a fur and leather shop. Its immediate success marks the beginning of a rich creative journey and an uninterrupted series of dazzling achievements, building an iconic heritage that now also

includes contemporary furnishings. “Fendi was the first brand to take the decision to diversify by creating a home furnishings line, collaborating with famous designers and architects as well as emerging talent with different aesthetics and backgrounds.

Diversity is a key element for the brand and the Fendi Casa collection”, says Alberto Da Passano, CEO of FF Design, the company handling development of the Fendi Casa brand. “Design is the cultural and technical legitimisation of our products. Our development includes a mix of designs and techniques, materials, shapes and our brand’s decorative taste. We draw a great deal of information from its heritage, which is alive, full of energy and is passed on through eclectic interpretation and constant development”. The new Fendi Casa collection reinterprets Fendi’s typical stylistic codes through the heterogenous vision of a range of very different designers selected

by Silvia Venturini Fendi, an approach that seeks uniqueness within same stylistic frame of reference and responds to the requirements of the high end of the market.

“On the one hand globalisation has caused a sort of worldwide uniformity of taste by creating a style we could call cosmopolitan, but today’s clients are looking for quality, which is more than ever the determining factor in purchasing choices. Every brand has its own unique, particular vision in the market where it operates. Fendi Casa’s aim is 147

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its cultural heritage, which is rooted in the fashion world.

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That’s why we believe it’s crucial to enable clients to buy products that can adapt to every requirement and need”.

And involvement in the nautical world is a further push towards working in this direction. “In the past Fendi Casa has worked with great names in the industry, including Lürssen and Benetti, partly thanks to the company’s inhouse interior design department, which creates unique, high-quality designs. We want to continue this kind of collaboration. At the moment we’re receiving many requests for large projects”.

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Production using expertise and prestigious materials adds even more to the development of Fendi Casa collections. The brand is now heading a joint venture between FF Design and Design Holding, a global group bringing together front-rank names from the world of high-end design

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THE BEAUTY OF QUALITY Ultra-durable, 100% Made in Italy marine accessories provided to yards throughout the world, and personalised, too. Now Foresti & Suardi also creates furnishing complements and design lamps

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f you ask Foresti & Suardi to identify the key factors behind their success, they will have some very clear ideas on the subject – quality and service, where quality means the highest possible level of corrosion resistance for all the products from this established company,

which recently celebrated its 60th anniversary. It was founded in 1961 in Predore, on the shores of Lake Iseo, and since then it has widened its original accessories catalogue to include illumination and furnishing objects. This has gone hand in hand with a greater range of materials, from the classic brass to aluminium and stainless steel, with the creation of the Alluminox division in 2019, responding to the full extent of market demand, from windshields for open yachts to superyacht doors and staircases. “Everything is made to measure on the basis of the yard’s specific demands”, says Luciano Paissoni, the company’s CEO. “We have modern equipment and specialist operators, and now we dedicate ourselves not only to industrial production but also to producing small numbers of pieces, with the attention to detail more and clients are looking for to help them develop a distinctive presence on the

Opposite page, an aluminium staircase produced by Foresti & Suardi’s Alluminox division and personalised on the basis of the yard’s specifications. Left, the mirror-finish stainless steel Sorgente shower stand with retro visible handle, design by Christian Grande

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Some Foresti & Suardi lighting products: above, a ceiling light with eight lamps. Opposite page, left, the Urano courtesy light, right, the floor standing version of the Piacentini lamp, also available as a table lamp, made by Christian Grande. Below left, the Flatwash shower, selected for several design awards, and right, the Iseo chair

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market. Together we develop products with the shape or finish best suited to their yachts”. And this desire to move in the direction of increasing refinement has led to the foundation of Foresti & Suardi Design, with exclusive outdoor furnishing complement lines created by designer Christian Grande in collaboration with the company’s technical office, which is driven by a constant search for technological innovation. The Iseo director’s chairs are a part of this, embellished by elegant Maria Flora fabrics, with a sun lounger version under development, and the Sorgente stainless steel shower stand. The chrome plated brass Flatwash deck shower system has obtained prestigious accolades in the design field - in 2020 it was nominated at the Dame design wards in Amsterdam and in 2021 was selected by the Adi Design index 2021, which every year identifies the best Italian design entering production. The Foresti & Suardi Lighting division offers an exceptional range of brass wall or ceiling lamps, LED profiles and table lamps like the Piacentini from an idea by Christian Grande, coordinating brass and marble. “We collaborate with all the yards” says Paissoni, “And 50% of our production goes abroad, where clients value our quality, the durability of our products, which is always a priority for us, as well as service”. Finally, since 2019 the company has been certified as 100% Made in Italy, with a production developed and made entirely in Italy, manufactured using high-quality natural materials and traditional methods. www.forestiesuardi.it 153

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GREAT WHITE Sunreef’s new power cat captured the heart of tennis legend Rafael

Nadal who couldn’t resist her combination of roomy comfort and sporty elegance. She’s now his go-to hideaway on the water

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Tennis world number four, expert yachtsman and previously the owner of a 23m yacht, Rafael Nadal aboard his new motor catamaran, the Sunreef 80 Power. Facing page, the attractively elegant yacht has cutaway gunwales requested by the champion so that he can see the see even from the indoor sofas

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he is one of the most beautiful catamarans around right now. Her elegant lines and expansive onboard spaces caused a flurry of admiration and excitement at the last Monaco Yacht Show. Her name is Great White and her owner just happens to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time. We are talking, of course, about Rafael Nadal and his new full custom

Sunreef 80 Power, his favourite getaway whenever he has time to relax and luxuriate in renewing his bond with the sea. Having previously purchased a Monte Carlo Yachts 76 in 2013, Nadal later decided to make the move to a much roomier catamaran and turned to Polish yard Sunreef, which is not just an expert custom cat builder but also renowned for its quality and its focus on sustainability. Great White delivers an astonishing 320 sqm metres of living space. “You just can’t match the comfort a catamaran offers,” the tennis legend says. “Onboard space is important when you like sharing it with friends and family and you always want privacy more than anything else. I visited a sailing Sunreef 80 at the Yachting Festival in Cannes and I was immediately interested to know if there was a motor version”. Great White is an ultramodern craft with beautifully elegant lines that combines comfort with superb seakeeping. Her white and cobalt blue livery is eye-catching yet also a great classically elegant choice.

Aft, a double staircase brings guests down to water level and makes slipping into the sea a pleasure. A hydraulic platform is ideal for launching the tender and also creates a spacious bathing area. Large portholes run along the sides of both hulls, drawing light into the interior and cabins of which there are four. Nadal’s own stateroom is amidships with a magnificent balcony that opens out over the sea. Lots of light and versatile spaces are the leitmotif. The large saloon is a sea terrace by any other name with large windows and cutaway gunwales yielding 180 degree sea views. “This was one of the first modifications I asked for – I wanted the hull to have low sides so that I could see the sea even when I was sitting,” says Nadal. Two oversize sofas are set on either side of the saloon and the large board flooring creates a sense of continuity with the teak exterior decking. The steering position to starboard in the living area is very much part of the life aboard: a front-facing settee to port allows Nadal to chat with his captain.

Outside a very large cockpit provides shade for relaxing in, while a huge sun pad takes pride of place on the foredeck in addition to a further recessed cockpit with large sofas. The fly is also home to another chill-out area and the second - al fresco - steering position. Below decks, Great White offers accommodation to eight guests in four beautifully refined, modern staterooms.

The garage lies directly under the large saloon sofa and houses a jet ski and a selection of water toys as well as a refuelling point.

All in all, Great White has everything the Great Nadal could ever want to feel absolutely at home! www.sunreef-yachts.com

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Right, Nadal relaxing aboard. Top, the master stateroom and above, a simple yet elegant double. Facing page, the large saloon with an oversize sofa on either side with sea views. Two back-to-back 77” TVs serve the conversation and dining areas. The inside steering position is part of the interior design

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MOTOPANFILO 37M

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A yacht that seems suspended in time, an example of classic design that embraces the future, created to reflect the tastes and lifestyle of contemporary owners. It carries in its DNA the genetic heritage of Benetti’s navettes from the 1960s, restating their well-bred elegance with generous light-filled spaces, a constant visual contact with the sea and above all a unique joie de vivre

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he Motopanfilo is no ordinary yacht and has to be experienced up close. Guests stepping on board have the impression they’re entering the body of a great whale. It’s a pleasant, all-embracing feeling, one of being sheltered in surroundings decorated in calm, relaxing colours. Everything to be expected from a yacht created to instil a sense of pleasure. “Communicating the joy of living is our fundamental aim”, says Giovanna Vitelli, Vice-President of the Azimut|Benetti Group. “The idea of having a yacht that enables you to enjoy a positive atmosphere expressed in a way that reflects modern times”. The origins of the Motopanfilo, a composite displacement yacht 37 metres long, can be traced back to the design of the Benetti navettes of the 1960s, restating their well-bred elegance. Not a straightforward restyling of a successful model, but an up-to-date project with a modern soul providing generous spaces that are in constant contact with the sea. The yard handled the conceptual design with an exceptional team - Francesco Struglia for the exterior lines and Lazzarini Pickering Architetti for the interior and exterior decks..

The external profile is one of refined, austere elongated forms with crisp, clean cut-outs and an elegance that does not rely on fashion. In fact, the yacht owes its essence to the past, enhanced by new stylistic and technological developments. The modern Motopanfilo offers generous, wonderfully bright spaces with large windows and wide terraces. This constant contact with the sea is a theme throughout, even in the interiors, reminding us we are on board a yacht, not inside an apartment. Claudio Lazzarini and Carl Pickering took this theme as a focus for their work, and although their original working environment is residential architecture they are always at ease in the yachting world – the Rome-based studio, winner of a series of awards including the Compasso d’Oro, has created iconic, highly successful yachts like the Wally B, Wallypower 118 and Sai Ram, again for Benetti.

As we said, the interiors evoke the skeleton of a large whale whose ribs give rhythm to the space with architectural features recalling antique beams. Large lateral windows rather than walls define the space. The intention is to render the interiors totally open to the sea, a desire reflected in the mirrored surfaces framing the windows so that sky and sea seem to blend seamlessly and the spaces dilate. This architectural solution appears throughout the yacht, except for the grand saloon – here teak dominates, decorating the ceiling and floors.

The ceilings create a vaulted effect that takes on a double curve towards the stern. A warm, much lighter shade has been chosen for the wood than would have been preferred in the past, evoking maritime tradition, as does the use of blue and white, presented in new shades. The lounge develops without interruption from the aft cockpit, forming a single living space. Almost all the furniture, like the bar unit, right, and marble-topped dining table, is designed

by Lazzarini Pickering Architetti.

The main deck is also the location of the owner’s suite, which is large enough to suit a 50-metre yacht. It features a walk-in wardrobe, office and bathroom with symmetrical twin washbasins fitting smoothly into their surroundings.

The shower unit is wide and spacious. The cotton and cashmere bath linen is

by Loro Piana, which has produced all the yacht’s bespoke fabrics, including exteriors and carpets. Four spacious guest suites are located on the lower deck, all sharing the theme of identifying the spaces according to their nature, deliberately leaving the curved shape visible and restating the stylistic element of the beams through an inversion of colours and materials. From the lobby a spiral staircase winds around a central shaft which, like the spine of large whale, links the two decks with the bright, elegant upper deck sky lounge. The exterior social areas are also immensely appealing, like the forward zone with its huge hydromassage pool and large sunpad, and the stern beach platform (which at the yard they call the Kennedy terrace because of the retro style evoked by the hood), a very elegant space that’s also very close to the water.

The cherry on the cake is the observatory lounge, created in spirit of the age, recalling the crow’s nest on old sailing ships. “It’s a cosy, private spot where you can enjoy the starry skies or read a book”, says Giovanna Vitelli, “A place the first owner fell in love with immediately. It was such a strong emotion that as soon as he boarded the yacht he said he wanted to live there forever, with his wife”. It wasn’t hard to believe him! www.benettiyachts.it

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The profile of the Motopanfilo 37M has refined, austere forms with clear, crisp lines. Opposite page, the colour detail emphasises the superstructure design. Opening, the living area evokes the skeleton of a large whale, whose ribs give rhythm to the space with architecture recalling old-style beams. The elegant furnishing includes pieces designed by Lazzarini Pickering Architects. B&B Arne sofas and B&B Metropolitan armchair. The custom carpet is by Loro Piana. The portholes with their nautical heritage are Luce5 sources of artificial light made to an LPA design

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Left, the large forward swimming pool with sunpad.

Below, the upper deck leads to the intimate, reserved observatory deck. Right, the owner’s suite and below, a guest cabin that follows the theme of identifying the spaces according to their function, deliberately leaving the curves visible and restating the stylistic theme of the beams through an inversion of colours and materials. In the cabin, the Metropolitain armchair by B&B and the table lamp IC Lights by Flos. All the furniture fabrics and upholstery are custom-made by Loro Piana

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Exterior Design Francesco Struglia

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n 2009 they asked me to propose a new line for the Classic series.

The idea was to modernise the aesthetic of the previous Classics, using a contemporary formula that would evoke the history of the Benetti yard. It was very interesting to see once again that the aesthetics of these wonderful motoryachts were based on a centurieslong evolution of tradition and the knowledge developed by master carpenters.

The Motopanfilo 37M is made for owners who recognise elegance and

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want to share it and enhance the beauty of the places they visit.

It’s a design with links to the past, for the simplicity of its composition, well-defined volumes and the way it was developed, taking into account how the yard’s skilled workforce would relate to the project.

Passion and work are an important part of this aesthetic. At the same time it’s the way the shapes interpret this constructive and technological potential, with hints of cutting-edge auto industry developments. I think the owners who bought the first examples will have been struck by this warmth and artisanal feel, which coexist with the finest nautical innovations currently available.

The observation deck is one of the wonderful treats the yacht has to offer, and I’m very pleased that this feature is experiencing such

success. In fact it came about through observing at the lookout posts on several classic craft, but the aim was to create an exterior niche offering great privacy and intimacy, to share or use as an exclusive corner from where the yacht could seem to disappear. We managed to set it harmoniously into the overall design without disturbing the yacht’s sleek, soft lines thanks to the skilful collaboration provided

by Benetti, a yacht builder of outstanding quality. They believed in this and many other suggestions, rendering them perfect. For the Motopanfilo 37M was a wonderful opportunity to work with illustrious names in the industry like Lazzarini and Pickering. I’d like to invite readers of The ONE Yacht & Design to visit it if they have the opportunity. In my humble opinion this entire collection of elements helps create a wonderfully balanced, comfortable experience.

Struglia has restated the powerful shapes of old-school styles and blended the hull and superstructure in a natural way to create a harmonic element. Opposite page, the yacht is an architectural shell that through a minimal supporting structure develops a design where light plays the dominant role

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t was a very interesting experience. In the maritime world we’ve always worked with the owners – here, though, the commission came from the yard, which asked us to design a product that would appeal to a wide public. The brief was precise – to return to the yard’s origins, the Motopanfilo (it was Benetti who ushered in the era of romantic cruise yachts) For us it was a very intriguing proposal – nowadays most yachts look like apartments, they’ve entirely lost that maritime spirit. It’s essential to be able to make out the shape of a yacht.

Following the hull lines is a useful ploy for opening out the space. So our design project started from the beams, the structural elements that span the yacht, the typical sail yacht ribbing that define the craft and are rooted in the collective imagination. Like the belly of a whale with its bones embracing the space. The second dominant theme was wood, a defining element of the yacht. This yacht has been almost deconstructed, without walls and teak floors and ceilings, creating embracing overhead curves. This enabled us to create a series of extremely significant details like the dual curves, masterfully created by the yacht’s skilled artisans. The beams also give rhythm and structure to the yacht’s architectural space, opening up a series of interpretational possibilities – we can reflect different personalisation requests by changing the materials. We deliberately set our residential experience to one side, although we did use the idea of continuity between interiors and exteriors, a fundamental theme for us in our residential work. As a result the aft cockpit, segueing into the interior living area, is almost a direct expression of this – two circular rugs and two circular conversation areas emphasise the connection. The fabrics, too, all by Loro Piana, establish this continuity, with no difference in quality between interior and exterior materials.

We’ve also made the windows larger, inserting mirrored elements placed in such a way as to reflect the sea, sky and wake rather than the person. The classic portholes have been restated and transformed into wall lights.

We designed almost all the furniture, with a limited selection of materials – wood, leather, lacquer and steel, with tranquil colours and the traditional blue. The yacht should breathe serenity.

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Above, the upper deck skylounge merges seamlessly with the exterior, with Loro Piana custom carpet and B&B sofas. Opposite page, Claudio Lazzarini and Carl Pickering; bottom, a view from bow to stern of the owner’s suite with office that precedes and leads into the cabin

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Right, the soft lines of the stern falling away to sea level. When needed this area can be transformed into terrace furnished with Braid Maxim directors chairs, loungers and footstools, a truly romantic spot with a vintage-style sunshade hood

The Shipyard Giovanna Vitelli, Vice-President Azimut|Benetti

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e didn’t want a nostalgic design, we imagined a yacht rooted in the past but looking towards the future. Projects go well when ideas are sharply defined, and the concept we had in mind was clear – a timeless yacht, a historic Benetti, but one that’s extremely contemporary. We call it the 21st century Motopanfilo. Some elements were clear to us, in the briefing we passed them on the design team, leaving the designers to offer their interpretation. First of all we wanted the boat’s interior volumes to feel like a those of yacht, with spaces that mean the yacht could never be mistaken for an apartment. We wanted the lines and spaces to evoke the maritime tradition. We wanted a few, iconic lines – if you look at the yacht’s central section it has the powerful stylistic traits of our old Gabbiano. We wanted to create the mood of joie de vivre that characterised the 1960s, the parties, high society, evoked everywhere in combination with a contemporary lifestyle. This translates into large windows (which didn’t use to exist) and a stern that develops into a modern beach platform while retaining the classic lines. The observatory lounge, too, expresses the spirit of that age…I imagined a European and North American yacht, inspired by a mature, sophisticated market that was also aware of nautical history. The favourable reception has been reflected in sales figures, helping us realise the Arab world, too, loved it. Many liked the interiors with their maritime feel, the beams and the skylight, which emphasise the nautical construction, the teak and the colours that are true to the nautical style. Five units have been sold so far and a further two should be on the way.

Comfort is the dominant theme on this yacht, so we’ve also invested a great deal in technology, to reduce noise and vibration. All the lower deck spaces have been built using a system we call “box in box” – in other words, flooring, walls and ceilings form what could almost be described as a floating capsule. As a result the yacht can sail during the night without disturbing the owner’s sleep. Our attention was focussed on cutting fuel exhaust emissions. To lighten the yacht, give the yacht greater stability and reduce consumption, the upper deck hard top is in carbon fibre. The engine room ventilation shafts have been shifted to the exterior to provide the saloon with air and space. All these improvements combine to create a yacht that communicates a pleasant, embracing warmth and joie de vivre.

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The Novamarine 16 is fast and holds the sea with ease. The foredeck has a versatile relaxation area that can convert to a roomy circular sofa, enormous sofa or a dining area. The transom design changes with the engines: with an inboard set-up, it melds seamless with the stern platform for a wonderful sea-side experience

MAXI RIB MANIA! Inflatables have evolved from affordable versatile little craft to mini yachts, raising their game so much that they are now a favourite as tenders and even chase boats for megayachts. Fast with peerless seakeeping, they are often walkarounds complete with cabins and amenities and that are as comfortable as medium-size yachts

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n summer 1999, fashion designer Roberto Cavalli commissioned

mainly in the Mediterranean. However, their reach continues to

the Novamarine HD Seventeen, 17m that glided powerfully into

extend and the rest of the world is quickly falling under their

exclusive marinas or onto jetsetter beaches, stealing the scene

spell too. Everyone loves a Maxi RIB it would seem! Aside from

from even the most glamorous of superyachts. Its arrival marked

blistering performance, they are eye-catchingly aggressive and are

the start of the Maxi RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) revolution. Until

often penned by the big names from so-called traditional yacht

then, inflatables were versatile, practical little boats that anyone

design. The Strider 15 from SACS is just one example. Designed

could afford. But once those inflatable parts were combined with

by Christian Grande, it has all the styling cues of a Grand Touring

rigid fibreglass, composite or aluminium hulls, they morphed into

boat with a streamlined, sinuous deckhouse and dynamic-looking

yachts in their own right. They had it all: cabins and amenities

air intakes. TecnoRib, on the other hand, has the Pirelli 42

included. Today, Maxi RIBs are beloved of megayacht owners as

designed in partnership with the Mannerfelt Design Team for

super tenders and chase boats, customised to match the liveries

an bold, aggressive vibe in keeping with its sporty performance.

and finishes of their mother ships. They often are walkarounds too with compact deckhouses to provide maximum deck space.

Maxi RIBs really do have a whole string of advantages over conventional craft. They are lighter and have a lower centre of gravity so they roll and pitch less. Their tubes protect the hull during manoeuvres and can also double as extra seating. A Maxi RIB can hold up to three times more passengers as a regular boat too. They are even pretty much unsinkable as they have more than one air chamber or are filled with expanded foam.

Right now Maxi RIBs are really driving the market with Italian and European models taking the lion’s share and being used

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Below, the Fugu 29 RIB from Fugu Powerboats was designed by BYD. It has an innovative hull with special steps to optimise its hydrodynamics.

The yard claims it slashes fuel consumption and emissions by around a third into the bargain. Above right, the Lomac GranTurismo 14.0, with two large guardrails aft that are practical, safe and beautifully designed.

Below decks, a double berth forward and a convenient head with separate shower box. Below right, Nuova Jolly’s top-of-the-range NJ43 CC has a compact deckhouse to optimise exterior space but below decks also has two berths and a head

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The Novamarine 16, however, has excellent seakeeping even at high

Above, the Technohull 38 Grand Sport Super Fast Edition

speeds. There is a chill-out area on the foredeck that can convert

can hit speeds of 100 knots thanks to three massive 450 hp

into a large circular sofa, an enormous sunpad or a dining area.

outboards. This stunning speed is the result of its carbon-fibre

Technohull is known for its super-sporty Maxi RIBs with hull forms

construction. The central area of the deck is given over two

and proportions crafted to unleash class-leading performance.

lines of sporty seats for driver, co-driver and speed-loving

The NJ43 CC is one of Maxi RIB Nuova Jolly’s top of the range

guests. Right, top, the Sacs Strider 15 from the pen of Christian

models. The quality of its construction and meticulous attention

Grande has a slender, sinuous deckhouse. Its sporty vocation

to detail in the fit out are all Nuova Jolly signatures, in fact. Fugu

is underscored by a wing-like hard top supported by a single

Powerboats recently presented the Fugu 29, penned by BYD: a day

raked pillar. The inboard version includes a proper beach area

cruiser that abounds with car world references, it has a small lower

and there are four berths as well as a head and shower below

deck with a vee-berth.

decks. Right, TecnoRib’s Pirelli 42, designed in collaboration

Lastly, the Lomac GranTurismo 14.0 sports plenty of the styling cues

with the Mannerfelt Design Team, has boldly aggressive good

already seen in the rest of the range such as grilles on the bows and

looks that reflect its sporty performance. The hard top runs

two large guardrails aft. Safe, practical and beautifully designed, of

seamless into the deckhouse and windshield to offer complete

course. We are confident that the latter will become a real signature

protection both to the cockpit and the day area which includes

going forward too.

a dinette with face-to-face sofas and a galley unit

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High-Frequency Legacy

by Diego Tamone

Zenith’s Chronomaster Sport marks the opening of a new chapter in recent watchmaking history, a story that began over fifty years ago with the launch of the legendary calibre El Primero

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echnically it was success from the word “go”, performing brilliantly from the moment of its introduction, exceeding all expectations. It has pushed the market to its limits to the

extent that Zenith’s order book for the Chronomaster Sport now takes up production for the collection for the next two years – a problem, yes, but one that many other companies would love to be facing! The reason for this success lies in the technical and stylistic features of this eagerly awaited high-frequency chronograph, and because it arrives at a moment when trends and tastes have led to a deep appreciation of the watch’s ability to create a contemporary interpretation of the most legendary stylistic elements while remaining faithful to tradition. To borrow a term from the automotive world, the brand has carried out a kind of watchmaking “restomod”, combining cutting-edge technology and old-school taste. This unusual combination underpins the Chronomaster Sport, an interpretation intended to bring the fifty-year saga of the El Primero automatic chronograph movement, launched in 1969 and the first integrated movement of its kind, to a climax, with 1/10 second readings, now offering enhanced performance but also stamina, with a 60-hour power reserve. It’s also a revamp of the brand’s hallmarks in terms of shape through an optimised design that makes Zenith’s latest configuration on the Chronometer base a paragon of comfort and attractive aesthetics. www.zenith-watches.com

Ceramic bezel and integrated bracelet alongside pump-style pushers and coloured indexes create a combination of modernity and tradition in the Chronomaster Sport by Zenith. An ergomicallyadvanced model and a cutting-edge iteration of the El Primero high-frequency in-house automatic calibre

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TIMELESS BEAUTY Founded in Milan in 1919, Buccellati is one of the most prestigious in the jewellery brands. In over 100 years of history it has dazzled the world’s most elegant women. Its pieces combine elements from the 18th century with the contemporary flavour of the urban life

by Gianfilippo Versari

The great cultural affinity and friendship between Mario Buccellati and the Italian poet and writer Gabriele d’Annunzio was a source of inspiration for the Maison, resulting in such pieces as such as the “Ombelicali” necklaces

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Mario Buccellati (below left) was an idealist and a dreamer but also a pragmatist. He immediately knew how to interpret Milanese style and flair. Below, the Buccellati Family.

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n the 100 years or more since jeweller’s apprentice Mario Buccellati

inspired by Italian Renaissance art influenced by Venetian aesthetics. Its

founded the company in Milan in 1919, the famed Italian jewellery House

pieces combine elements from the 18th century with the contemporary,

has constantly perfected its unique artisanal and artistic techniques,

cosmopolitan flavour of the urban life.

dazzling the world’s most elegant, refined women. It’s almost impossible

The secret behind the brand’s success lies in a combination of tradition,

to find a woman who never dreamed of wearing a Buccellati creation, a

artisanal excellence, creativity and the highest quality materials. A creative,

diamond lace openwork piece or ring. Today Buccellati is one of the most

balanced interplay between the worlds of art and fine jewellery result in

prestigious in the jewellery brands, boasting a highly distinctive style

glamour and high-end design complemented by a meticulous craftsmanship

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Inspired by the Italian Renaissance, the Buccellati signature juxtaposition of white and yellow gold. Artisans apply the engraved rigato finish to produce a shiny, silky effect. This finish creates the perfect decorative setting, emphasizing the sparkling brilliance of the inlaid stones

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The brand’s craftsmanship and tradition can be found today in all

and special techniques such as rigato, ornato, cesellato, telato or tulle

Buccellati jewels, watches and silver

and lace (pizzo) openwork characterizing the majority of the one-

pieces, a distinctive, delicate aesthetic

of-a-kind creations. The brand’s story begins in 1919 when Mario

sensibility inspiring elegant femininity

Buccellati opened his first store in Milan near the La Scala Theatre.

Over the ensuing century the essence of the Buccellati style and creative skills have been handed down from father to son, from Mario to four of his five sons, including Gianmaria, the driving force behind the brand. In 1966 Gianmaria took over the management and creative development of the company with his brother Luca, sharing the vision of transforming Buccellati into a worldwide jewellery powerhouse. Gianmaria was accompanied by his son Andrea, who has inherited his father’s artistic talents and is now the Honorary President and Creative Director of the Buccellati Group, supported by his daughter Lucrezia. Tradition and culture in jewellery, true excellence to be recognised and admired worldwide for centuries to come. www.buccellati.com

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MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME IN THE OMAHA SAND DUNES The coastal town of Omaha is found on New Zealand’s North Island, 75km north of Auckland. Famed for its white sand beach and views across Omaha Bay to the Hauraki Gulf, one of the last remaining front-line plots is set to benefit from a remarkable family home, designed by the award-winning UK firm, Ström Architects

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Omaha Beach is on the edge of New Zealand’s Matakana wine country, and there 15 vineyards within a 15-minute drive. Other nearby attractions include the Goat Island Marine Reserve, Pakiri Beach and the Tawharanui Regional Park

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maha exclusive stretch of properties set amongst the sand dunes, began life as a more casual beach resort and holiday home destination. Now the permanent residence of many, the relaxed style and collective sense of community is what attracted Strom Architects to the more unusual location.

“I’m Swedish,” declares Magnus Ström, Founder and Creative Director of Strom Architects. “And there is something about the light and ambience of this coastal location that reminded me of my Scandinavian heritage – I was immediately drawn to it.

Our practice is known for its modern and contemporary style, and the design of this property is reflective of that. Whilst it’s in complete juxtaposition to the organic nature of its setting, it’s unobtrusive, subtle and, thanks to the huge panels of glass, it takes on an element of transparency.”

Strict planning guidelines and restrictions on area and volume shaped the property’s footprint, but Strom and his team set out to optimise sunlight and purposely positioned the façades to work with the coastal weather patterns.

“To make the most of the incredible views, we arranged the main living area and master bedroom closest to the sea.

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The house is constructed on a steel frame with lightweight micro concrete cladding. Limestone and pale oak has been used for the floors and glass plays an integral role in both the design and structure

They have an entirely glazed façade and large balconies, allowing these key rooms to not only enjoy the vista, but make the most of the afternoon and evening sun,” explains Ström.

The additional bedrooms are on the first floor, along with a home office. On the property’s more sheltered western side, an exterior lounge has been created, and at ground level, whilst there is shelter provided by the overhang of the floor above, the space has a more free-flowing and unconventional dynamic with walls removed entirely and others replaced by glass to permit unencumbered views across the plot.

The interiors are intended to be minimal, utilising a colour palette of whites and greys, and calling on timber accents and furniture to warm the ambience.

The house can boast two pools, one at the front of the property and a smaller, 30-metre long lap pool at the southern boundary.

A generously proportioned garage with storage for water toys and kit for other outdoor pastimes has been included, reinforcing the intention that this be a family home. www.stromarchitects.com

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