THE FOUNDATION OF DESIGN

“It’s about being modern, without making it feel cold,” says Cristiano Gatto of Cristiano Gatto Design.

“It leaves the door open for an owner to personalise the interior without losing the feel of the yacht.”

The artworks and materials are what give a yacht interior its identity. Depending on when an owner joins the project, there is the opportunity to add a personal touch to Jade’s interior.

“The structural elements are fixed, but we have set a style that will complement a broad choice of interior colours. It makes Jade an inspiring space to make your own,” says Gatto.

“When working with owners to create something bespoke, it’s the colourful elements and soft furnishings that can be played with to differentiate between styles. It’s like tuning an instrument.”

Aware of the need to inspire creativity, Gatto has produced different interior schemes to show how each one can affect the overall design. For example, the bathrooms in the guest cabins are presented in bold rainforest green marble or dark stone.

“I wanted to show how different marble can change the general style of the interior,” he says.

It’s an important consideration as the marble is usually selected at least 12 months before delivery. “My aim is to create a space for the owner that feels comfortable, personal and private.”