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ELEGANT, CRISP AND SPORTY.
Frank Laupman of Omega Architects is no stranger to sketching elegant yachts, but his vision for Heesen’s 50-metre fast-cruising series focuses on bringing the owner closer to nature.
“Expectations were high following Satori and the 47m series, so a new 500GT needed to bring something special,” says the Dutch designer.
Jade is a proven design in this impressive series. The sun deck is Laupman’s favourite place on board. Its elevated aft deck holds a large whirlpool with sunpads, which is accessed via three steps up. It’s this subtle design feature that allows for a full-height tender garage that doubles as a luxury beach club on the lower deck.
The downward pointing bow helps to create a long, sleek profile. It’s part of the secret as to why Jade has such a well-balanced design.
“The whole superstructure is slightly curved giving her a more elegant aft end,”says Laupman.“The wrap around glass and loose exterior furniture mean deck spaces have generous seating, but remain airy, light and well detailed.”