.Wonder Book | Yacht & Cruise 2020

EUR 35.00 | USD 45.00 | contract.ifdm.design

Collectable Book 2020

YACHT & CRUISE

Collectable Book 2020

YACHT & CRUISE

FEATURES

YEAR V

Interview 44

WONDER

PEOPLE Paris Baloumis

Yacht&Cruise

18

Building LIFE’s coolest yachts

Editor-in-chief

PEOPLE Adam Tihany

62

Seagoing experience

PEOPLE Bernardo Zuccon

110 The designers of the sea

12 Maldives | The Muraka | Conrad Hotels

Rangali Island | Yuji Yamazaki Architecture, Ahmed Saleem

Shipyard

14 Bologna, Italy | Cerimonia

TRAC Tresoldi Academy, G124

16 Phu Quoc, Vietnam | Mango Bay Resort Spa

Rosetti Superyachts

68

P.I Architects

Bred for the sea

5 6 Luofu Mountain, China | The Aluminum Mountain | Wutopia Lab

58 Celebrity Edge | The Grand Plaza | Jouin Manku 60 Haikou, China | Wormhole Library Mad Architects

Projects review

Porto Montenegro

26

A nautical village between sea and mountains

Solo 72m Tankoa Yachts

104 Chongqing, China | Forest for Rest Spa

34

The art of sailing

106 United Land | Francois Ronsiaux

The Twist Jevnaker, Oslo

Leaping Creative

108 Marseille | Les Docks | Alfonso Femia with 5+1AA 154 Dubai | Opus | Zaha Hadid Architects

40 Bridging art and nature

156 WB14 limousine tender | Wooden Boats Giorgio Cassetta

158 Qinhuangdao, Bohai Bay, China

UCCA Dune Art Museum | Open Architecture

Magellano 25 Azimut

44

Art and yachting

Arctic Bath Harads, Sweden

48

Sustainable relations at extreme latitudes

Grand Soleil 44 Cantiere del Pardo

52

Aggressive yet elegant and airy

Scalet Lady Virgin Voyages

72

A design collective for Virgin Voyages

Lake House Völs Völs am Schlern, Italy

48 Wallytender & 48 Wallytender X Wally

84

Delightful open-air cruising

Amandira Aman

80 Green pleasure

72 4 | IFDM

2020

86

Your trip begins!

Paolo Bleve bleve@ifdm.it

Publishing Coordinator Matteo De Bartolomeis matteo@ifdm.it

Managing Editor Veronica Orsi orsi@ifdm.it

Project and Feature Manager Alessandra Bergamini contract@ifdm.it

Editors

Alessandro Bignami, Mark Bell, Manuela Di Mari, Francisco Marea, Antonella Mazzola

International Contributors New York | Anna Casotti

Los Angeles | Jessica Ritz

London | Francesca Gugliotta

Web Department redazione@ifdm.it

PR & Marketing Manager

Marta Ballabio | marketing@ifdm.it

Brand Relations

Camilla Guffanti | camilla@ifdm.it Annalisa Invernizzi | annalisa@ifdm.it

Graphic Department

Sara Battistutta, Marco Parisi grafica@ifdm.it

Translations

Stephen Piccolo, Traslo

Advertising

Marble/ADV Tel. +39 0362 551455 - info@ifdm.it

Closed by the editorial staff 3rd November 2020

Owner and Publisher Marble srl

Head office and Administration

Via Milano, 39 - 20821 - Meda, Italy Tel. +39 0362 551455 - www.ifdm.design

Printed by

Elcograf Spa - Verona, Italy Authorization of the Court of Monza n. 213 of January 16th 2018

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the copyright owner. A record and picture file is available at Marble.

Based on a true story.

Rosetti Superyachts SpA, Ravenna, Italy – rosettisuperyachts.it – info@rosettisuperyachts.it

YACHT & CRUISE

Let’s keep in touch!

FEATURES

     ifdmdesign

Pullman Maldives Maamutaa Resort

Utopia IV Rossinavi

94

Discovering the Bahamas

Bella Y/Yachts

Grand Park Hotel Rovinj Croatia

64Steel Attila Sanlorenzo

Prague waterfront

The Champlain Ponant

Life Saga Admiral

My Dream Ciarmoli Queda

Grand Quay Montreal

in the diffused city

X95 Princess

Life at sea

Deniz Yilmazer

90 Close encounter with water

100 The essence of the journey 116 The meeting point between the sea and the city 124 South American liveliness 130 Riverfront with view

100

134 Adventure and comfort for passenger-explorers 138 And sailing in this sea is sweet to me 142 The giga Dream 146 The pier as connective resource

150 Design and ingenuity by Pininfarina

160 Four seasons of Sunrise

Short stories

165 A wide view on major international projects

Next

183 A preview of the upcoming global projects

124 6 | IFDM

BUSINESS AT SEA

192 Covid-19 slows growth down, but the sector does not lose course

circular.agency

ICONS NEVER FADE Discover more at www.vandutch.com

Luxury Yachting Experience by

EDITORIAL

PAOLO BLEVE | Editor-in-chief

Beingness.

Works on water

I

was navigating, specifically from Capraia to the mainland, one Friday in August when the sea was silky and met the sky to give rise to a thrilling sensation of beauty; the water caressed the sky, the sky kissed the crystalline expanse.

Hence the sea and its navigators, seen from the coast, and coasts seen from the sea: this is the clearest summary of what the latest arrival at IFDM .Wonder Book Yacht & Cruise - represents.

Borne on familiar waves, those of the .Wonder Project & Hospitality Book, this publication is positioned as a point of contact between the horizon of premium yachts and that of architecture and interior design, fascinating worlds joined by a refined editorial fil rouge that harmoniously blends the particular aspects of life on the water with those one encounters on dry land.

A route made of images and stories, where water is the link. A new route that speaks the language of design, interpreted in the nautical world, where architecture and design fasten their lines to the mooring bollards of yachts, megayachts, gigayachts, sailing yachts, cruise ships and all the vessels constructed in majestic shipyards, worldwide examples of excellence.

The focus is not just on the giants of the sea, but also on everything connected with water – projects for marinas and resorts, seaports and maritime terminals, lounges and docks where new works of architecture have altered the landscape – in a key of conceptual interpretation we hope will be of great appeal.

Behind every yacht there are stories of yachtsmen and skippers, behind ever new port or futuristic dock there are the visions of designers and investors, keeping faith with the credo of good, sustainable architecture.

A world composed above all of outdoor perspectives, but one where interior design projects for hospitality on land have a place, revealing sweeping changes: the increasing rarity of historic briar-velvet clubhouses, which give way to refined, contemporary settings.

Leafing through this first edition, you will have the sensation of glimpsing behind the scenes in the dynamics that have led to new and spectacular panoramas, following step by step in the change that is slowly, concretely, insistently changing the world of seagoing design. .Wonder Book Yacht & Cruise describes a new history “from the sea to the land and back” in distinctive tones, tones that will sound “familiar” to those who know us, and know our taste for beauty, details and in-depth coverage.

192 knots (or pages) of enjoyable reading, but also a useful working tool for sector professionals.

Happy navigation!

IFDM | 9

SISTEMA DI SEDUTE CONNERY | DESIGN RODOLFO DORDONI TAVOLINO BOTECO | DESIGN MARCIO KOGAN / STUDIO MK27 DISCOVER MORE AT MINOTTI.COM/CONNERY

WONDER. MALDIVES | THE MURAKA | CONRAD HOTELS RANGALI ISLAND | YUJI YAMAZAKI ARCHITECTURE, AHMED SALEEM The residence is a two-level structure comprised of space above the sea level and an undersea suite which sits five meters below sea level, providing uninterrupted views of the surrounding marine

12 | IFDM

© Justin Nicholas

Indian Ocean’s environment. More than half of the wall and ceiling surface is covered with 7” thick clear acrylic to visually connect outside and the suite.

IFDM | 13

WONDER. BOLOGNA, ITALY | CERIMONIA | TRAC TRESOLDI ACADEMY, G124 © Roberto Conte

The site specific installation, a 5.30 meters portal-shaped structure, made with mesh wire, various materials, and debris from the ground, has been built in an abandoned building which is waiting for its regeneration.

14 | IFDM

WONDER. PHU QUOC, VIETNAM | MANGO BAY RESORT SPA | P.I ARCHITECTS © Quang Tran

The eco friendly resort has 44 bungalows on a piece of land that spreads over 10 hectares. Surrounded by the jungle, the new spa is composed of 4 rectangular buildings set around a landscaped pond.

16 | IFDM

Italian Masterpieces Vanity Fair XC armchair designed by Poltrona Frau Style & Design Centre poltronafrau.com

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

BUILDING LIFE’S COOLEST YACHTS Interviewing Paris Baloumis, Oceanco’s Group Marketing Manager, means talking about vision, eco-conscious expansion and commitment to the future, engineering and technology innovation, interior design and ambience, and LIFE (Lengthened, Innovative, Fuel efficient, Eco-conscious) megayacht design. With a fleet of 33 superyachts to its name as of today, five +100m projects currently under construction, and newly acquired facilities in Zwijndrecht, the Netherlands.

“S

uperyacht concepts come in all shapes and sizes, from evolutionary designs that subtly push the envelope to much more radical ideas that boldly challenge the orthodoxy. Nearly every innovation the world has seen is the result of curiosity. We are in the business of building ‘the world’s coolest yachts’. We are always looking to push above and beyond, to be original and at the same time timeless, and to create the Owner’s perfect yacht that can truly be capable of cruising the world in comfort, luxury, and safety.

One can see a lot of crazy fantastical renderings on the Internet. However, we think it important to only present concept yachts that are buildable.

Prior to bringing a concept yacht to market, we undergo early phases of engineering and naval architecture to ensure the project can be a reality”.

author: Alessandra Bergamini portrait photo: courtesy of Oceanco projects photo: George Ajoury, Raphael Belly, Francisco Martinez, Guillaume Plisson, Tom Van Oossanen

18 | IFDM

Paris Baloumis

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Designing a custom superyacht means putting together the expertise and passion of the many people involved. Does it all start with the client’s brief? Or with your in-design team?

Designing an Oceanco takes form in several ways: We work closely with a variety of yacht designers from around the world and we also have our own well-established in-house design team, based in our Monaco office. Sometimes we have a client who comes to us directly with his own brief of which we then provide options, including the option to pursue one of our in-house designs or concept designs penned for us from outside designers. Alternatively, a client may come to us who is already working with a designer. In all cases, we review the brief and perhaps enhance a proposed design with ideas from our inhouse team as well as with our engineering partners, Lateral Naval Architecture and Engineering. In the end we must ensure that a client’s brief is buildable.

How do you choose your design collaborations?

We select some design collaborations and some choose us. We keep apprised of the superyacht industry as a whole and we either enquire about exceptional new designs or openly discuss as a team, what is missing in the market, innovate and determine what we think would be a good fit for Oceanco.

How does the design process unfold?

Phase by phase.

It begins with a conversation, a designer will interview a client as to how they live and on their preferences. Large spaces, small intimate space? Dark, light? Traditional/ modern? How will they use the yacht? With Family? For entertaining? Where will they mostly sail, and are they interested in going to remote places? After the extensive questions and answer period, the design will start with sketches, then will be made into renderings and tweaked and made again. Engineers are brought in to check feasibility, then a designer brings in mood boards or swatches of material, textiles, to discuss the interior taste of the client and 3D renderings are created…the design phase is a long process!

Paris Baloumis

Designing and constructing a superyacht takes a long time, so you need to have a long term vision?

Yes, designing and building large superyachts takes several years. It is most practical to have ‘the vision’ and to work out all the planning and solutions before beginning the build process.

A vision that implies constant innovation, both in engineering and in technology.

But also in interior design?

‘The vision’ that becomes an Oceanco superyacht is a combination of engineering, technology, design, and constant innovation. We rely on our partners, Lateral, for their expertise on innovative engineering and technology and we work with a variety of comakers in terms of creating the interior fitting that is specified by the interior designer. On a yacht there are so many more factors to deal with than on a land based project.

Interior design has to work at sea where there is movement…also there are practicalities to bear in mind beyond aesthetics.

How innovative has been interior design in the superyacht sector in the last years? Has it been a field of experimentation?

Interior design has come a long way in terms of sustainable materials and fabrics. Interior design is not just about décor, we are also talking about flow for guests and crew, we are talking about safety considerations to meet PYC and LY3 regulations and requirements, such as fire retardant materials and escape hatches. Interior designers might design a living wall and we have to figure out how to keep the orchids blooming, a designer might want an entirely glass superstructure, we have to make sure it is structurally sound, then we have to devise a way for it to be cleaned. Interior design is a very complex and complicated aspect of a build. Insulation is a big factor and no owner wants to sleep in their suite, no matter how beautiful it is and how many panoramic windows it has if they are feeling a vibration.

IFDM | 19

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Is innovation always coupled with sustainability?

I understand sustainability is one of the ‘keywords’ of your mission.

Innovation is not always coupled with sustainability, but we do strive for innovative sustainability.

For instance our LIFE design platform (acronym = Lengthened, Innovative, Fuel efficient, Eco-conscious) is a flexible one where any yacht built on that platform may exhibit a varying exterior profile, but still be fuel-efficient and innovative. We constantly innovate at Oceanco, to build custom yachts, we often have to create custom hardware, hinges, fastenings. Not all innovations are striving for sustainability, but when possible we will choose a sustainable solution over one that is not.

Above: Bravo Eugenia at the Zwijndrecht facilities, The Netherlands The 106.7m (350ft) three-masted sailing yacht Black Pearl 20 | IFDM

Paris Baloumis

YACHT & CRUISE

What are the most innovative and high performance materials used in your superyachts?

Our innovation department are always on the lookout for new materials and through our comaker network we are in touch with many different companies who are using the latest material innovations.

In addition we regularly use a laboratory to conduct our own tests on potential materials. We have used cork as a sound insulating material for many years.

Now we are using cork to sound insulate the interior from the exterior decks. By 3d scanning the steel or aluminum deck we can then apply a layer of CNC cut cork which removes the need for heavy filler compounds before covering in the finished exterior deck. The size and shape of the glass we use on board is only limited by advances in glass technology, we always push our very specialist glass suppliers to deliver larger and more complex glass for our yachts.

Interior Ambiance is a more prominent feature in recent yachts where the Ambiance is created using cohesive adaptive controls for lighting, heating and pure sometime fragranced air.

PEOPLE

Paris Baloumis

Above, Oceanco newly built Zwijndrecht facilities Concept for the105-meter (345ft) diesel-electric driven Esquel

IFDM | 21

YACHT & CRUISE

Sustainability is also keyword in your recently acquired construction & refit facilities in Zwijndrecht.

Our newly acquired construction and refit facilities in Zwijndrecht will be utilised in several ways: the entire phase 1 of construction works for new builds, the maintenance, refit and lifetime extension activities of the Oceanco fleet as well as outside refit work.

In addition, similar to our 160m/524ft dry dock in Alblasserdam, which opened in 2015, our newly renovated outfitting facilities adjacent to it, also boasts ecological enhancements as well as updated state-of the-art technologies. The use of heat pumps, reduces the building’s gas consumption by 50 percent. Additionally, the rooftop is equipped with solar panels that will deliver approximately 192,000 kWh of energy a year. The eco-conscious expansion is one more step in Oceanco’s mission to be one of the world’s most sustainable yacht builders.

22 | IFDM

PEOPLE

Paris Baloumis

What do you mean to achieve with this “co-maker’s superyacht brain park”?

We hope that people in all the disciplines of yacht building and design can come together to share and brainstorm new ideas. Our co-makers will be physically housed at our facilities in Zwijndrecht with their own offices. We see it as a place where all of our co-makers are welcome and due to the close physical proximity we will all be able to garner some great synergy for colloquy and for helping each other. At our brainpark, co-makers will certainly be serving Oceanco clients but also their own clients too. In addition to our co-maker alliance, we intend for our brain park to become an educational center to bring new people and new talent into the superyacht industry.

90-meter (295ft) superyacht Y716 DreAMBoat

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Paris Baloumis

90m (295ft) motoryacht DAR, exteriors and upper deck

IFDM | 23

TAVOLO TREBLE - SEDIE GIÃ’ POLTRONCINE YORK - TAVOLINO LUMIERE LIBRERIA FREEWALL - MADIA LINEA - LAMPADA PLANET

riflessi.it STORE: MILANO PIAZZA VELASCA 6 - ROMA VIA PO 1H - NAPOLI VIALE KENNEDY 415/419 - BERGAMO VIA SUARDI 7 BARI P.ZZA GARIBALDI 75/A - REGGIO CALABRIA C.GARIBALDI 545 - TORINO C.SO TURATI, 82

YACHT & CRUISE

A nautical village between sea and mountains Porto Montenegro strengthens its reputation as a nautical destination with an idyllic tourist village, leisure facilities open to the community and by providing the highest level of services and benefits for boats of all sizes.

Super and mega yachts included

P

orto Montenegro, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, is located in the Bay of Kotor described by Lord Byron as “the most beautiful encounter between sea and land� precisely because of the exceptional combination of diverse and stunning landscapes. The overhanging grey cliffs that rise from the placid waters of the opaline blue sea, almost metal-like; the numerous bays consisting of large connected valleys that go inland as fjords; the small villages of Venetian origin dominated and protected by the bulk of wild mountains, which await next to the sea revelling in the scent of mimosas and oleanders and the treasures of this side of the Adriatic. Porto Montenegro covers an area of 24 hectares that was formerly occupied by the former Yugoslavian naval base of Tivat, combining a spectacular destination with a marina, residential buildings, leisure facilities open to the whole community, and world-class services. After the remarkable expansion work carried out in 2015, the mega-project stands out not only for its size, 26 | IFDM

PORTS&MARINAS

Tivat, Montenegro

YACHT & CRUISE

PORTS&MARINAS

Tivat, Montenegro

IFDM | 27

YACHT & CRUISE

PORTS&MARINAS

Tivat, Montenegro

but also for the quality of services in a country that for some years has made a considerable effort to boost the ground infrastructure dedicated to leisure boating. And thanks to its environmental awareness, it is also the first marina in the world to have received Platinum accreditation from The Yacht Harbour and Marina Industries Associations. The nautical structure aims to be the most comprehensive in the Mediterranean, designed to meet the needs of shipowners, guests and crews with 450 berths, but with an expansion capacity of up to 850, a specific dock for superyachts longer than 24 metres, a shipyard with dry dock and repair facilities. Furthermore, the master plan included a vibrant coastal community of waterfront houses with 300 luxury apartments and 60 ground-floor commercial spaces consisting of restaurants, bars, cafĂŠs, shops, and other amenities, as well as a five-star Regent hotel with over 200 suites and luxury apartments. The architecture of the recently built hotel is inspired 28 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

PORTS&MARINAS

Tivat, Montenegro

IFDM | 29

YACHT & CRUISE

by the Venetian style, while the interior reflects the culture and history of Porto Montenegro, with strong references to the prominent location it enjoys on the port with fun nautical style combinations, such as the classic blue and white stripes in the bedrooms. The hotel offers its guests an exclusive connection with the sea and the marina; from the hall you can continue on a stone walkway surrounded by a water garden that leads to a “private island”, the privileged setting for special events. The residential village, on the other hand, supports a more ‘widespread’ expansion and formally adheres to the typical Montenegrin architecture, with wide promenades and treelined pedestrian paths animated by outdoor cafés that intertwine between the stone buildings to reveal squares and internal courtyards. The exterior features of the buildings – balconies, gardens and roof terraces – are therefore an integral part

30 | IFDM

PORTS&MARINAS

Tivat, Montenegro

YACHT & CRUISE

of the landscape architecture. The marina village also offers a remarkable range of facilities: from the 50-metre Olympic infinity pool Lido Mar, designed by Richard Hywel Evans with waterside lounge, cabanas and restaurant, to the most

PORTS&MARINAS

Tivat, Montenegro

exclusive Yachts and Crew Clubs. The Innovation Center the latest addition to the structure, is also worth mentioning: it is a space for coworking, designed to support Montenegro’s growing businesses, start-ups and freelancers.

IFDM | 31

YACHT & CRUISE

PORTS&MARINAS

Tivat, Montenegro

Investors: Investment Corporation of Dubai Developers: Adriatic Marinas Architectural design: ReardonSmith Architects (2009-2014), WATG Architects (2015 onwards) Interior design: Tino Zervudachi (MHZ) Landscape design: Martin Lane Fox Urban planning: ReardonSmith Architects, Tino Zervudachi (MHZ) Marina consultants: Marina Projects (Portsmouth), Business Art (Milano) Berths: 450 for yachts 12m to 250m Facilities: Waterfront and promenade residences, bars, restaurants, marine and yacht services, yacht sale and charter brokers, retail, day spa, leisure facilities including Sports Club, Naval Heritage Museum, International boarding school and Yacht Club with a 64m infinity pool, restaurants and a nightclub Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: courtesy of Porto Montenegro

32 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

34 | IFDM

YACHT

Solo 72 m, Tankoa Yachts

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Solo 72 m, Tankoa Yachts

The art of sailing Italian excellence by Tankoa Yachts: the 72 m Solo super-yacht is on stage.

External lines designed by the acclaimed yacht designer Francesco Paszkowski with interiors by Margherita Casprini, leading interior designer of the firm: the masterpiece of the Tankoa Yachts shipyard – Solo 72 m – is an eco-friendly prodigy of the technology and workmanship made in Italy

A

n authentic floating private residence in which every detail expresses sophistication and refinement: one of the masterpieces of the Tankoa Yachts shipyard, characterized by large windows that flood the interior with natural light, which narrates the high-end dimension of boating. Six cabins dedicated to 12 guests, a winter garden and a spacious beach club with opening terraces, a large Technogym gym from which to enjoy a striking view, a Turkish bath area and a chilled shower create an unprecedented interaction with the sea. In a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, the master suite, located on the large private deck equipped with helideck, is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows and illuminated by a large skylight, enriched by a Jacuzzi with mosaics by Bisazza and directly connected to two outdoor areas. The interiors of the super-yacht reveal fine materials such as Macassar polished ebony, oak, onyx, marble and a selection of furnishings and lighting by the most IFDM | 35

YACHT & CRUISE

36 | IFDM

YACHT

Solo 72 m, Tankoa Yachts

YACHT & CRUISE

acclaimed designer brands including Fendi Casa, Kettal, Oluce, FontanaArte. Refined and prestigious finishes such as grey coloured oak, Nubuck, Forest Black Antique marble from France alternate with Rajasthani Cappuccino marble and Elegant Honed Striato marble from India. And again the Pure White Onyx from Mexico, the Crystalline White Onyx chosen for the steps of the staircase, the walls made of aged oak from a 300-year-old Norwegian farm, the Calacatta marble of Tuscany selected for the Turkish bath and a wood discovered in a medieval castle in Finland used for the sauna. “The interior design - explains Francesco Paszkowski - was created in collaboration with Margherita Casprini (leading interior designer of Francesco Paszkowski Design, Ed.) to perfectly reflect the wishes of the owner. Dark and light shades have been carefully balanced to complement each other and the soft colour palette chosen for the furnishings. Materials and finishes are combined with painstaking attention to details and the Made-in-Italy top brand names are featured on board.” An attention to excellence that is noticeable in all the other areas of the super-yacht such as on the stern deck, characterized by a large

YACHT

Solo 72 m, Tankoa Yachts

Yacht design: Francesco Paszkowski Interior design: Margherita Casprini Furnishings: Cedrimartini, Fendi Casa, Kettal, Tribù Lighting: Altraluce, FontanaArte, Oluce, Palagi, Penta Light Taps: Dornbracht Mosaics: Bisazza Gym: Technogym Length overall: 72 m Width: 11,60 m Volume: 1.600 GT Motor: 2 x Caterpillar 3516B Maximum speed: 17,5 knots Author: Anna Casotti Photo credits: Blue iProd

IFDM | 37

YACHT & CRUISE

6-metre transverse pool and by an area furnished with sofas. Conceived as a versatile area, the space can be transformed into a real open air cinema thanks to the pop-up TV screen inserted in the superstructure. A versatility that guides the whole concept of the Solo 72 m: near the winter garden, for example, the main deck houses an elegant lounge/cinema/reading space that can be closed with a sliding window whenever needed, maintaining a close correlation with nature. “The yacht was designed for private use and at the same time for the needs of the charter, as requested by the shipowner - says the yacht designer. This required continuity between the various convivial spaces, a precise but flexible division according to use, the rigorous implementation of architectural principles and a correct communication between the outdoor and indoor spacesÂť. And to complete the luxury experience, a central garage houses a rich diving equipment and two exclusive 7.50-metre custom-made tenders.

38 | IFDM

YACHT

Solo 72 m, Tankoa Yachts

YACHT & CRUISE

Bridging art and nature Not just a bridge, not just a museum or a sculpture, but all three at the same time.

The Twist, the first project by BIG in Norway, is a new ‘must see’ at Kistefos Sculpture Park near Oslo

40 | IFDM

MUSEUM

C

rossing The Twist doesn’t only imply a voyage in the art it contains; it also means plunging into the beauty of nature in the Kistefos park at Jevnaker, with its twisting Randselva river and lush greenery. The architecture designed by Bjarke Ingels makes all this possible, thanks to its particular sculptural form, careful use of materials (like the large glazings to admire the panorama) and skillful use of light. “We were instantly fascinated by the dramatic landscape of Kistefos – the winding river, forested riverbanks and the steep topography. Our proposal for a new art museum acts like a second bridge in the sculpture park, forming a continuous loop across both riverbanks. With the inhabited bridge, we stumbled upon our first experiment with social infrastructure – a building that serves as a bridge – or a cultural institution that serves as a piece of infrastructure,” Bjarke Ingels says. Roaming in the park, where a paper mill once stood, you can enjoy all the site-specific works by international artists, including Anish Kapoor, Olafur Eliasson, Lynda Benglis, Yayoi Kusama, Jeppe Hein and Fernando Botero, after which you reach The Twist, with a 90-degree specimen of its name.

The rotation of the volume of 1000 square meters, 60 meters long, subdivides the pathway so that from the south entrance visitors cross the

Jevnaker, Oslo

YACHT & CRUISE

MUSEUM

Jevnaker, Oslo

IFDM | 41

YACHT & CRUISE

aluminium-clad bridge for 16 meters, reaching a two-story space from which they can see the northern part, with a length of 9 meters. The double-curve geometry is composed of regular aluminium panels, 40 cm wide, arranged like a stack of books, slightly angled in a fan-like movement. The same mechanism is used inside, with the presence of white fir planks cladding floors, walls and ceilings. The sensation is that of walking through a camera shutter. At the northern end, the architects have created a full-height glass wall so visitors can gaze and nature and the river; this surface then curves upward, following the twisting movement, to generate a skylight. Precisely due to the form, the variety of light that enters the museum creates three distinct spaces: a large gallery with natural lighting from the north side; a high gallery with artificial lighting on the south side, and a sculptural space in the middle, similar to a ribbon, with light arriving from the roof.

42 | IFDM

MUSEUM

Jevnaker, Oslo

YACHT & CRUISE

MUSEUM

Jevnaker, Oslo

Owner: Kistefos Museum Architecture: BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group Author: Francisco Marea Photo credits: Laurian Ghinitoiu

IFDM | 43

YACHT & CRUISE

44 | IFDM

YACHT

Magellano 25, Azimut Yachts

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Magellano 25, Azimut Yachts

Art and yachting On the new Magellano 25 by Azimut Yachts, the unusual expressive languages of the architect-artist Vincenzo De Cotiis, for the interior design, and the nautical design expert Ken Freivokh, for the exteriors, not only reflect the technological character of the brand, but also make this a boat destined to set new trends

T

he new addition to the fleet of Azimut Yachts, Magellano 25, is indubitably a gem of high technology. The widespread use of carbon fiber in the construction permits larger volumes and areas without adding weight, guaranteeing excellent levels of dynamic stability. The Hotel Mode function permits long periods at anchor with zero emissions, without the need for generators. The BCool air sanitizing system is based on a NASA patent, the same one used for the interiors of space vehicles. The special Dual Mode hull, created

by the studio of Pierluigi Ausonio, offers comfortable navigation and excellent performance in all sea conditions, while reducing fuel consumption. But what truly shapes the character of this original, refined yacht, which makes a clean break with conventional schemes, is the vivid personal interpretation of Vincenzo De Cotiis for the interior design, and Ken Freivokh for the external lines. The latter, specializing in superyachts, has created an object of timeless beauty, far from passing fashions and trends, operating on specific parts. Like the burnished

IFDM | 45

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Magellano 25, Azimut Yachts

Builder: Azimut Yachts Exterior design: Ken Freivokh Interior design: Vincenzo De Cotiis Hull design: Pierluigi Ausonio’s Studio Piana Furnishings & Lighting design: custom made by Vincenzo De Cotiis Fabrics: Loro Piana Interiors Length overall: 25,22 m – 82’ 9’’ Engines/Trasmission: Standard: 2 x 1.400 hp MAN V12 Maximum speed: up to 25 nodi/kn Cruise speed: 18 nodi/kn Cabins: 4 + 2 crew Berths: 8 + 3 crew Heads: 5 + 1 / 2 crew Building material: Carbon Fiber + GRP Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Alessandro Guerrieri, Giovanni Malgarini

46 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Magellano 25, Azimut Yachts

teal-color hull with a mustard-color band that underlines the profile, enhanced by lateral cowling in teak in the aft part of the deckhouse. Or the entirely glazed superstructure, conceived to trigger the sensation of a sea-level penthouse, the textured plates at the transom and the form of the glazings with a retro look. Or the elegant spiral staircase leading to the fly deck, where the hard top is supported by a central mast with minimal forms, and then the bow, with an almost vertical shape, emphasizing the extraordinary seagoing performance, for different uses across the span of the day. Upon entering the interiors, visitors are impressed by the extraordinary sensation of depth created by the architect-artist Vincenzo De Cotiis, in his first nautical project. The enormous saloon is completely wrapped in natural light thanks to a plan that avoids the classic rectangle, making it possible to observe the sea from any point. The furnishings also generate a feeling of spaciousness, with a living area based on the concept of organic geometry: the longitudinal dining table, the sofas with variable forms, to offer different seating depths. The owner’s suite conveys the impression of dilated space by means of the slope of the wardrobe. De Cotiis has also shaped the light: natural sunlight dematerializes the bow with mirrored cladding, bringing luminosity and drawing the view of the sea straight into the core of the vessel; the artificial light, thanks to a coordinated system, alongside classic ceiling spotlights and lamps, also reaches the lower part of the sofas,

emphasizing the particular ‘floating’ effect of the furnishings. Surprises include the ornamental use of fiberglass, which the artist ‘crafts’ through an elaborate process, based on layering and enhanced by bronze powder alongside brushed Verde Alpi marble, dark walnut, carpeting, polished brass and grosgrain lacquered wood. The lower deck contains four cabins, including two VIP units, a double lodging and one with sliding twin beds. All the fabrics on board are by Loro Piana Interiors.

IFDM | 47

YACHT & CRUISE

SPA HOTEL

Harads, Sweden

Sustainable relations at extreme latitudes A spectacular Arctic location and surprising volumes that sum up the symbolic value of forms of encounter between international experience and local culture. Arctic Bath is a spa hotel composed of floating and land-based cabins arranged to capture the novel magic of a categorical nature

48 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

SPA HOTEL

Harads, Sweden

I

t’s hard to find words that don’t make noise when you talk about the legendary Lapland region of Sweden. Words that do not break the spell of silence cast by its extreme natural elements.

Just two seasons, a short but intense period of light and a very long period of darkness. From the midnight sun to the polar night, when the magical aurora borealis lights up the compact shadows with flashes of green, yellow, pink, sometimes red, that gradually shift and overlap in a silent tempest that leaves even the most distracted observers entranced.

A once-in-a-lifetime experience that deserves all the comfort of a unique, enchanting setting. The volumes of the Arctic Bath Hotel adapt to the exceptional geographical conditions, the tradition of construction and the repertoire of symbolism of the great Swedish north, seeking contact with the landscape through very discreet signs. A nature that sometimes overwhelms the design, revealed in terms of composition and expression as a subject, a poetic intrusion and backdrop, a relative value of a climate condition and absolute measure of reference. The resort is on the Lule River, in the town of Harads, and on the land it places six cabin-suites along the bank, each with an area of 62 m² and equipped with large glass walls, designed by AnnKathrin Lundqvist. There are also floating structures, destined to remain trapped in the ice when the winter sets in. The latter, created by the architects Bertil Harström and Johan Kauppi, offer six cabins of 24 m² with private entry from a long footbridge, and a dramatic circular volume set aside for wellness spaces. The inspiration for the complex draws on the old local tradition of woodworking.

The cabins make direct reference to the trunks, which when felled were dragged by the current to the place of processing. In the circular structure, embracing the large central outdoor pool containing the cold water of the Lule, the warm pools, three saunas, spa and restaurant, a corona of trunks suggests the clustering of the logs in the river. All the spaces are made exclusively with natural and sustainable materials like wood, stone, cowhide and fabric. The furnishings are all Swedish design pieces, including items by Karl Andersson and Söner, Carpe Diem and Stolab. Pink, green and blue accents are combined by contrast with a palette of basic hues, featuring quiet, harmonious shades of beige and gray. The Kvast lamps are custom pieces by Atelje Lyktan.

IFDM | 49

YACHT & CRUISE

SPA HOTEL

Harads, Sweden

Owner: Arctic Bath AB Architectural design: Bertil Harstrรถm, Johan Kauppi, AnnKathrin Lundqvist Interior design: Input Interior Furnishings: Carpe Diem, Karl Andersson and Sรถner, Stolab Lighting: Atelje Lyktan Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Anders Blomqvist, Daniel Holmgren, Swedishlapland, Pasquale Baseotto

50 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

SAILING YACHT

Naval Architecture: Matteo Polli Exterior & Interior design: Nauta Design, Technical Department of Cantiere del Pardo Hull length: 44 ft Maximum beam: 14 ft Draft: 8,50 ft (7,90 – 9,10 opt.)

Displacement: 19.850 lb Ballast: 5.5950 lb Mainsail area: 66 sqm (race version), 59 sqm (std version) Genoa area: 57 sqm (race version), 53 sqm (std version), 47 sqm (self-tacking jib) Gennaker area: 195 sqm (race version), 170 sqm (std version) Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: Studio Borlenghi

52 | IFDM

Grand Soleil 44, Cantiere del Pardo

YACHT & CRUISE

SAILING YACHT

Grand Soleil 44, Cantiere del Pardo

Aggressive yet elegant and airy Cantiere del Pardo presents Grand Soleil 44, the new boat by Matteo Polli, a model with two different layouts designed to enjoy cruises or win regattas

“I

t is the only boat with a double deck layout to satisfy both shipowners with racing ambitions and cruise enthusiasts who appreciate an aggressive yet elegant design”, said Vincenzo Candela, engineer in charge of Cantiere del Pardo’s Technical Office, regarding Grand Soleil 44. The new 44-footer, designed

by Matteo Polli, a designer known for his highperformance hull lines, completes the Performance range of Grand Soleil Yachts, dedicated to the sportiest shipowners looking for a highperformance boat capable of getting results even in regattas. The Grand Soleil 44 is available in a double version: GS 44 Performance and GS 44 Race, two different layouts designed to be enjoyable on a cruise and win in a regatta. “I asked Matteo Polli to create a hull with good stability that would be a winner in a regatta but not too extreme in the lines so as not to heavily decrease the volumes”, said Gigi Servidati, head of development for all the new models of Cantiere del Pardo. “It is the most performance-oriented model of the entire Grand Soleil range,” said Massimo Gino of Nauta Design, responsible for the exterior and interior design, “The deck, which reflects the family feeling of the bigger models, is if possible even more streamlined and sporty with the addition of some new touches of style on the geometry of the IFDM | 53

YACHT & CRUISE

deckhouse, on the sheer line, and on the transom.

Given the very light and sporty hull, the spaciousness of the interior is surprising.” Among the distinctive characteristics is the aftward positioning of the mast, “to the benefit of the size of the bow triangle,” underlines Matteo Polli, “The larger size of the jibs not only improves performance in light air, but also makes the boat very responsive out of turns. In addition, this peculiarity means that self-tacking cruising sails with remarkable area and proportions can be used. A large bow triangle also allows you to make better use of rollable sails (staysail, jib, Code 0), ideal for cruising as well as racing because they allow you to always have the right sail at the right time without the need for challenging conventional sail changes.” Performance, comfort, and great spaciousness, with three cabins and two bathrooms with separate shower; a configuration that, in the owner’s cabin, offers guests a comfortable double bed, a sofa, and a dedicated bathroom.

54 | IFDM

SAILING YACHT

Grand Soleil 44, Cantiere del Pardo

“ S E G N O I TA L I A N O �

Filippo Salvetti Design - Via Trento, 26 - Curno - BG (Italy) - www.filipposalvetti.it - filippo@filipposalvetti.it

WONDER. LUOFU MOUNTAIN, CHINA | THE ALUMINUM MOUNTAIN | WUTOPIA LAB This Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Exhibition Center is a new version of the Chinese ‘one sea and three mountains’. “I used the circle in this design based on Taoist and Taiji. Circles and cones were

56 | IFDM

Š CreatAR Images

basic geometries to construct the mountain. An ambiguous mountain was preferable, which would consist of three smaller mountains, influenced by the Taoist doctrine�, Yu Ting.

IFDM | 57

WONDER. CELEBRITY EDGE | THE GRAND PLAZA | JOUIN MANKU © Eric Laignel

Connecting one end of the Celebrity Edge to the other, The Grand Plaza is her epicenter surrounded by restaurants over 3 decks. Day and night a monumental chandelier bring life to the ‘beating heart’ of the cruise ship.

58 | IFDM

Gogan

by Patricia Urquiola, 2019

ad Designwork – photo Alessandro Paderni set coordinator Marco Viola

Moroso Udine Milano London Amsterdam Köln Gent New York Zürich moroso.it @morosofficial

WONDER. HAIKOU, CHINA | WORMHOLE LIBRARY | MAD ARCHITECTS Rendering © SAN

The sensuously curved pavilion appears to be a ‘wormhole’ that transcends time and space. It will serve as a multi-functional building where visitors can read, enjoy views of the sea, attend open-air performances.

60 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

SEAGOING EXPERIENCE Not just by land, but also by sea: the exclusive hospitality concepts of Adam Tihany take to the water, but with the same design vision

“F

undamentally, hospitality is about people.” Simple, direct, immediate, in terms of thinking and creative action, exempt from surplus and redundancy, but steeped in subtle, penetrating taste to bring the senses alive, leaving an indelible mark. Whether it’s hospitality on dry land or on the sea, Adam Tihany’s approach answers all the questions: how best to take care of guests, make them feel welcome and deliver experiences that exceed expectations. “I create bespoke living environments that are designed to cater to and inspire every person who enters. I avoid anonymity at all costs. We go to great lengths to develop spaces that promote and facilitate relationships rather than just solicit reactions.” Hotels that translate the exclusive status of properties with energy, spontaneity and maniacal attention to detail. Restaurants that become a natural extension of the culinary tenets of their chefs. The nautical sector has also been enticed by Tihany’s original vocabulary, which grants new meaning to seagoing hospitality: from the collaborations with the American Holland America Line and Seabourn Cruise Line, to the role of Creative Director with the British Cunard and the Italian Costa Crociere, contaminations and expressive experiments come to life in the cabins and on the decks of floating cities. One perfect example is the Costa Smeralda, the latest addition to the Costa fleet, which Tihany has interpreted in its interior design – together with four international studios – as the creative enhancement of Italian style, in its history and its finest expressions.

author: Veronica Orsi projects photo: CoDe (Andrea Martiradonna, Tihany Design owns rights), Costa Smeralda (courtesy of Costa Crociere), Seabourn Encore & Seabourn Ovation (Eric Laignel, Tihany Design owns rights)

62 | IFDM

Adam Tihany

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Adam Tihany

IFDM | 63

YACHT & CRUISE

Costa Smeralda symbolizes Italian hospitality, Italian style and Italian beauty: a project that the Art Director Adam Tihany encapsulated in “Italy’s finest” concept

64 | IFDM

PEOPLE

Adam Tihany

Mr. Tihany, you have become a leading name in the cruise industry (I’m thinking about Costa, Holland America Line, Seabourn): what do you like most of this sector?

Cruise ships present a different challenge than hotels on land. Guests on board are a captive audience, sailing for days or weeks at a time. As such, the need of creating venues that are new and exciting as well as familiar and comforting is much greater at sea. Venues have to work harmoniously with a storyline but allows for an element of surprise and delight. Each space on board becomes an invitation to discovery.

Guest’s own connections to the narrative, make the experience on the ship personal and enduring.

ence and to raise the bar, and given the competition among the cruise lines, it is an exciting and tall order.

Is creating a project for a cruise ship comparable to a hotel’s one but on a lager scale?

What are the biggest challenges here?

The greatest challenge - even more daunting than the simple fact that the ship moves constantly - is delivering an experience that is familiar and surprising at the same time. The design also has to have a lasting appeal to many different kinds of travelers.

Ultimately, you want the design to elevate the experi-

And talking about your collaboration with Costa: how did it start? What do you appreciate most of the company?

During a meeting in London, following my presentation of the design of Seabourn Encore, I was introduced by the Chairman of Carnival to the president of Costa Crociere who asked me to take a look at the future plans of the new Costa vessel and see if I can design it. At the time, my studio

And what about the interior suppliers?

Aesthetic, cost, performances: is it possible to balance these values for a high quality result?

Absolutely. Italy’s Finest, the concept behind the Costa Smeralda, allowed me the opportunity to invite the leading Italian furniture, lighting and accessory manufacturers and suppliers to help brand the ship with us. The opportunity to join the re-birth of the storied Italian Costa brand was very appealing to all of them and together, we embarked on a journey that ultimately resulted in a triumph to Italy’s finest.

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Adam Tihany

was quite busy, and not wanting to turn down this amazing opportunity, I offered to become the creative director of Costa which meant that I will establish the concept, hire the team to bring it to life and direct their work during the execution. I was fortunate to get hired. The Costa team was smart, hardworking and very supportive. Throughout the project, the feeling was of enthusiasm and comradery; a likeminded group that was proud to be Italian and wants to make Italy proud.

The concept you created for Costa Smeralda is “Italy’s finest”: could you explain us this theme?

And how did you realize it through the interior design project?

Since its inception, Costa has come to represent the best in Italian travel, and thus a piece of Italian identity shared with the world. It is an intrinsically Italian brand, but only about half of its clientele actually come from Italy. This dynamic fueled my initiative to consider the idea of Italy through two perspectives: The Italy the world dreams of: the dazzling landscapes, unforgettable food, incredible art, history and design-and the authentic Italia as the Italians live it: the passion of the people; the energy of the streets...

Italy and Italia are two worlds I know well. I am not Italian (really), but life for me began again in Milan, where I dove head first into architecture and design with no knowledge of the field or how it would ignite a lifelong passion. Italia and the Italian people

IFDM | 65

YACHT & CRUISE

played an intimate part in shaping my philosophy on design-and life, for that matter. Italy-the idea and inspiration-is a constant influence and remains very close to my heart. Together Italy and Italia create Bel Paese sul Mare, and their synergy and interaction is the basis of our story.

You involved four international interior design firm: did they give a different interpretation of the ‘Italian culture’? How did they collaborate each other?

When it came to electing the designers to carry out this vision, I set out to designate a diverse, international team of talented creatives whose individual strengths and histories could bridge together these perspectives through the spaces onboard Costa Smeralda. I strongly believed that in addition to representing the real Italia, equally important was to have representation of how the world sees Italy.

It was necessary to give equal stage to the reality and the perception, hence the choice of an international group of designers. Our creative team consists of two American firms- Rockwell and Jeffrey Beerswho excel in entertainment and dining venues, German cruise design experts Partner Ship Design and Milan-based Dodorni, who headed the hotel portion of the ship.

66 | IFDM

PEOPLE

Adam Tihany

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Adam Tihany

You signed also the new CoDe, the first museum hosted in a cruise ship. Why a museum?

What kind of experience does it offer?

Just as every major international city has proud displays of cultural heritage, Co.De was created to serve as the metropolitan epicenter of Costa Smeralda; the concentrated summary of the ship’s theme.

I wanted to crown Italy’s Finest with a direct celebration of modern Italian design, from fashion and film to transportation and household objects.

Expertly curated by known Italian scholar Matteo Vercelloni, the museum is interactive and engaging, inviting guests to step into Bel Paese through the most iconic design of Italy. As the very first design museum onboard a cruise ship, Co.De was a welcomed addition to Italy’s Finest at sea.

Could you anticipate us you next projects?

Right now, at sea, we are working with Seabourn Cruises on the design of the brand’s first ultra-luxury ice class expedition ships that will join the fleet in 2021 and 2022. This comes on the heels of Seabourn Encore and Ovation, the latter which launched last summer. Tihany Product Design is also creating a custom furniture collection to be featured on the new ships. I am also currently serving as Creative Director to the British cruise line Cunard. Our work with Holland America will culminate with the third and final Pinnacle Class ship MS Ryndam launching next year, following the success of MS Koningsdam and MS Nieuw Statendam.

IFDM | 67

YACHT & CRUISE

SHIPYARD

Bred for the sea A tale of entrepreneurial vision and transformation, which for 96 years is connected with Ravenna and its port. From Rosetti Marino to Rosetti Superyachts was but a short step, with awareness of solid seagoing experience and the objective of being truly unique

68 | IFDM

Rosetti Superyachts

YACHT & CRUISE

SHIPYARD

Rosetti Superyachts

IFDM | 69

YACHT & CRUISE

SHIPYARD

Rosetti Superyachts

2

I

1

n Ravenna, a city of art with an ageold port, the sea penetrates almost to the historical center, with large inlets and canals. From the age of Augustus in the 1st century BC to the present, the port of Ravenna has become a logistical, productive, commercial and tourism infrastructure that hosts countless companies, with a strategic position on the Adriatic, where the city has become a nerve center for trade with markets of the Middle East and the Black Sea, as well as the Far East. In the near future, it will be the center of gravity of the Simplified Logistics Zone that will connect the port of Ravenna to 9 intermodal nodes and 12 commercial production areas in 8 provinces

of Emilia Romagna. Rosetti Marino Group has its roots right here in Ravenna, and since 1925 it has operated on a path of constant growth and transformation. Today the company has 1200 employees, of which 700 are in Italy, a head office and two production sites, the naval shipyard at San Vitale for a total of 64,700 sqm, with a basin of 180x27 meters facing the protected ‘piallassa’, with direct access to the sea, and that of Piomboni, mainly utilized for the construction of offshore platforms and large steel structures, with a total area of 104,000 sqm. As Ermanno Bellettini, who has been in Rosetti Marino Group since 1998 and is now CEO of Rosetti Superyachts, explains, “the pathway begins in 1925

1925

Foundation year of Rosetti Marino Group

1,200 employees

368,700 sqm Building yards: • San Vitale, • Piomboni • Temir At (Kazakhstan)

2017

Foundation year of Rosetti Superyachts 70 | IFDM

3

YACHT & CRUISE

SHIPYARD

Rosetti Superyachts

On cover. With its 64.700 m2 the San Vitale yard is dedicated to shipbuilding, it offers berthage and mooring and covered surfaces of ca 17.000 m2. The quay is 175m long and has direct access to the Adriatic Sea 1. The San Vitale yard includes two construction sheds of 25mx100m each, 4.000 m2 of workshops, assembly halls with overhead cranes, pre-assembly areas with a permanent roof 2. Large and complex offshore infrastructures for the energy industry

4

3-5. At the San Vitale shipyard work on the 38m EXP is progressing on schedule for delivery to her European owner next year with all the steel and aluminum work finished, 95% of the welding, 70% of the piping, 30% of the electrics, 15% of the joinery, and the fairing and painting under way. Designed by Hydro Tec, interior styling by BurdissoCapponi Yachts&Design

5

when Rosetti Marino produced the first silos, and then the service vessels for Gruppo Ferruzzi; it continues in the 1960s, with diversification of production and specialization in the construction and assembly of offshore platforms in the Adriatic for ENI, also thanks to the entry in the company of the engineer Gianfranco Magnani, now the president and owner of Rosetti Marino Spa.” At the same time, the company was developing its shipyard activities, first with tugboats for port operations, and then in the 2000s with supply vessels, with exceptional technology and size, up to 90 meters, to service offshore platforms in the Adriatic but also in the North Sea or in West Africa. The oil&gas sector, still in the

2000s, demanded expansion of operations abroad, and Rosetti opened affiliates in Azerbaijan, Russia, Kazakhstan, Nigeria, the Arab Emirates, Qatar, Egypt, Algeria, while keeping the engineering functions in Italy. “Offshore has remained our core business, with 80% of sales volume, but in foreign countries, while in Italy we have decided to transform the activities of the shipyard, keeping production sites open and keeping faith with our habitat in relation to the water, and to the sense of belonging to the city and the territory.” At the start of 2017 Rosetti Superyachts was founded, thanks to collaboration with Fulvio Dodich, now the president of RSY. The first unit, a 38m Explorer, is now under

construction at the San Vitale shipyard for a European client, with exteriors by Hydro Tec, interiors by BurdissoCapponi, gross tonnage of almost 410, and 700 square meters of indoor and outdoor space. As Andrea Giora, sales director, confirms, “already from this first RSY unit, the company is an active player, focusing on the concept of quality construction, capable of evaluating incoming projects from the standpoint of engineering and implementation, as a solid reference point also for yachts, continuing with the unique approach that has always made the company famous.”

Photos: RSY archive, Andrea Bernabini, Marta Rovatti Studihrad IFDM | 71

YACHT & CRUISE

72 | IFDM

CRUISE SHIP

Scalet Lady, Virgin Voyages

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE SHIP

Scalet Lady, Virgin Voyages

A design collective for Virgin Voyages The company is planning to launch its first ship, Scarlet Lady, a sanctuary at sea for the 18 plus traveler designed by Tom Dixon, Concrete Amsterdam, Roman&Williams, Pearson Lloyd and many more

V

irgin Voyages is planning to launch its first ship, Scarlet Lady, a sanctuary at sea for the 18 plus traveler, with a dynamic design that will mimic that of a yacht with a sleek silvery-grey hull with smoked glass, and distinctive touches of red that reminds the brand logo.

“From concept inception, Virgin Voyages recognized that a cruise vacation offers the chance to experience an amazing holiday at sea. Our team was charged with thinking about the ship and the on board experience from a set of principles that are inspired by the heritage and the glamor of sea travel and great ocean voyages, hence our namesake”, explains Dee Cooper, head designer at Virgin Voyages. “We sought out to create a modern sailing experience, and in fact, our design inspiration was driven by the modern romance of sailing.

We also knew that we wanted the ship to remind our guests (Sailors) that they were at sea, and for the vessel designed to be inspired by yachts seen at IFDM | 73

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE SHIP

Monte Carlo, or The Hamptons”. Scarlet Lady has 1,330 cabins and 78 suites, but also many amenities, like restaurants, leisure, pampering and fitness spaces: “As you enter the ship, the first space you experience is our stunning Roundabout, offering Sailors a 180-degree view of the sea, reminding you that you’re on an amazing ship. This entrance experience is complete with distinctly Virgin touches, from our DJ booth and record shop, to our craft beer bar. We really wanted to offer Sailors lots of choice across the vessel, whether they wanted to hang out on the dock or sip a cocktail as they select from the mezze cart and watch the waves, to the opportunity to get dressed up and

74 | IFDM

Scalet Lady, Virgin Voyages

enjoy a glass of champagne at Sip before experiencing the Manor nightclub to dance the evening away”. Scarlet Lady is designed by a collective of designers, like Tom Dixon, Concrete Amsterdam, Roman&Williams, Pearson Lloyd, Softroom of London and many more: “We strategically chose to work with designers who had never worked in cruise before so that we could bring a fresh perspective to how life at sea could look and feel. For example, if you look at Roman and Williams who designed The Boom Boom Room in New York, they were a natural fit to design some of the more glamorous spaces onboard like The Wake and The Manor”. The result is a freethinking approach,

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE SHIP

Scalet Lady, Virgin Voyages

Owner: Virgin Voyages Ship builder: Fincantieri Notable area contractors: Marine Interiors, Marine Project Solutions, Multaini, Naval Interiors, Spencer, Tino Sana Furnishings: on design; Walter Knoll Lighting: Chelsom, Chand, Franson, Lasvit Tonnage: 110,000 gross tons Length: 278 meters / 912 ft Capacity: 2,770 Sailors / 1,160 Crew Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: courtesy of Virgin Voyages

IFDM | 75

YACHT & CRUISE

76 | IFDM

CRUISE SHIP

Scalet Lady, Virgin Voyages

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE SHIP

Scalet Lady, Virgin Voyages

as says Tom Dixon, who curated the VIP Rockstar Suites, Pink Agave, VIP Poolside Lounge, Hospital Bar and Richard’s Rooftop: “The VIP Rockstar suites project an idea of the future whilst referencing the glamour and allure of travel from years past and the retro futuristic aesthetic that evolved from that era. We thought of the sleek rooms as personal capsules within the ship’s interior, exposing considered, strong design elements which frame, reveal and conceal spaces”. Rockstar culture and life at sea, while maintaining the signature Tom Dixon style: “Thinking of the liveliness, parties and night clubs such as Studio-54, together with Virgin we envisaged a “caviar-class traveller”. The guest is instantly immersed into an exclusive, exotic and luxurious environment as they enter their suite.

Leather finishes, marble-clad bathrooms and terrazzo flooring are enhanced by nautical elements such as round geometries, brass and dichroic glass that nods to the ocean horizon”. It is a design paradise full of dreamy details: “In the larger suites, the spaces are centred around the circular conversation pit with integrated vinyl record player. Within the bathroom pod, walls and floor are sleekly clad in marble with dichroic glass screen and porthole window to the room and the view beyond.

IFDM | 77

YACHT & CRUISE

The bathroom is fully saturated in the colours reflected from the glass, creating an immersive and sensory experience you feel when submerged under water”. Dixon also designed a custom peacock chair for each suite, woven from carbon fibre: “The inspiration for this design came from famous photographs of rock stars being photographed in large peacock chairs”. The Rockstar theme also stems from Virgin brands history in the music industry, operating under Virgin Records: “In the Massive Suite, the top suite aboard the Scarlet Lady, there is a music room, a padded soft room that transforms from a place to lounge in and play guitar during the day and by evening the becomes a soundproof room that people can make as much noise in at night”.

78 | IFDM

CRUISE SHIP

Scalet Lady, Virgin Voyages

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE SHIP

Scalet Lady, Virgin Voyages

IFDM | 79

YACHT & CRUISE

Green pleasure Immersed in an enchanting natural zone of Alto Adige traditionally frequented by various types of visitors and hikers, Lake House Völs – by noa* network of architecture – develops an innovative hospitality concept in minimum spaces and forms, extending its services to swimmers and skaters

80 | IFDM

LEISURE

I

n an idyllic wooded setting, the innovative Schwimmhütt designed by noa* network of architecture leads the gaze along gentle lines matching those of the mountain landscape. The cabin is part of a recreational destination much loved by the people of Alto Adige, due to its discrete proportions and limited impact, on the shores of Lake of Fiè. A new, contemporary visage that replaces an old kiosk – too small, obsolete

Völs am Schlern, Italy

and hard to reach – with a refreshment area, a terrace overlooking the lake and a swimming area with a new approach, including dressing rooms and restrooms for public use. The design of Lake House Völs is composed of two small buildings with perfect architectural and functional continuity, deeply connected to nature, also thanks to the façade in larch wood, left intentionally rugged to allow it to weather gracefully. The volume with a

YACHT & CRUISE

LEISURE

classic cabin roof contains the new restaurant with semi-open kitchen, a self-service cafeteria and a beverage counter. The structure then continues with an open loggia and a terrace facing the lake.

On the opposite side there is a niche that opens completely, with wooden dividers, containing a second counter for the sale of snacks and bever-

Vรถls am Schlern, Italy

ages to swimmers, hikers and cyclists. The second block, though detached, remains connected to the first and concentrates the restrooms, with their ultra-minimal design, inside a space completely free of architectural barriers. The outer face of the central axis remains open, hosting dressing rooms and lockers custom made by local artisans.

IFDM | 81

YACHT & CRUISE

The wood frame system makes the façade vibrant while developing an idea of “greening” that should even make the structure “vanish” when seen from the lake, camouflaged amidst jasmine leaves.

The insertion in nature, thematic identity and local tradition can also be seen in the shaping and materials of the interiors, which besides wood feature a few characteristic elements that share

82 | IFDM

LEISURE

the use of the color green. For the public spaces sturdy troweled resin has been chosen, to stand up to impact and wear while providing a skid-proof surface when wet. The floor and the vertical surfaces have a decorative effect that reproduces the design of typical Alto Adige lace, imprinted in the resin and then removed to create an intentionally irregular 3D effect.

Völs am Schlern, Italy

Owner: Comune di Fiè Architecture & Interior design: noa* network of architecture Furnishings: Tischlerei Rier Lighting: Lichtstudio Eisenkeil Bathrooms: Bossini, Gessi, GSI, MOAB80 houselab, Sanikal Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Alex Filz

La Suite ore un servizio di biancheria esclusiva e su misura per personalizzare residenze private, hotel, spa e yacht

lasuitesomma.com

YACHT & CRUISE

Delightful open-air cruising The 48 Wallytender and 48 Wallytender X are making inroads on the market with a new runabout concept, for day trips and short cruises, with revolutionary stylistic and technical solutions. Now part of the Ferretti Group

84 | IFDM

POWERBOAT

A

success from every vantage point. Previewed, respectively, at Cannes 2019 and Miami 2020 yacht shows, 48 Wallytender and 48 Wallytender X are first of all the result of the strategic acquisition of the Wally brand by Gruppo Ferretti, now ready to add further energy to the unique potential of Wally – already the winner of two ADI Compasso d’Oro awards - in terms of research, development, engineering and production. Standard bearers of a new market, both models go beyond the concept of the classic tender for large yachts and the backup boat for villas pieds-dans-l’eau, acting as ideal runabouts for day trips and short excursions, with the characteristics of an inboard thanks to the introduction of unique stylistic and technological features. The idea is to be ‘in’ the boat, not ‘on’ it.

Hence the standard teak deck on just one level,

48 Wallytender & 48 Wallytender X

and the high protective sides, for safety even with children on board, for the 48 Wallytender, which offers foldable sections at the stern on both sides to expand living areas at anchor. Or the aft bulwarks of the 48 Wallytender X, which when ‘hidden’ guarantee an ample beach club area, even with outboard engines. The propulsion system is another strong point. The 48 uses two Volvo IPS 650s for 960hp, reaching maximum speed of 38 knots, with a joystick to facilitate mooring operations. The model X, on the other hand, has four Mercury Verado R engines for 450hp: a propulsion system that combined with the lightness and stability of the hull in composite material and carbon fiber produces exceptional top speeds, low consumption and long-term independence for navigation. The first sea tests indicate maximum speed greater than 55 knots and cruise speed of

YACHT & CRUISE

POWERBOAT

48 Wallytender & 48 Wallytender X

40 knots, with a range of 320 miles, which extends to 350 at a speed of 36 knots, with minimum draught during navigation, for silent operation free of vibrations, reduced to 70 cm when fully laden with the engines raised. The design and layout of the deck match the excellence of the high performance and peerless handling. The two boats offer an elegant suite with ample internal volumes, winning the wager of raising the waterline without altering the purity of the lines of the hull. Convivial, comfortable and ergonomic, the outdoor spaces are organized for relaxation with excellent seating – facing towards the bow or towards the dining table – large sundecks and an open zone for a well-equipped kitchen. When it’s time to swim, the standard gangway retracts to become a practical ladder for access to the sea.

Shipyard: Wally / Engineering Department Ferretti Group Main Contractor: Ferretti Group Exterior design: Wally / Luca Bassani Interior design: Wally & Ferretti Group Furnishings, lighting design, kitchen & bathrooms: Wally & Ferretti Group Maximum number of people on board: 12 48 WALLYTENDER Length overall: 14.50 m Beam max: 4.40 m Draft - drives (full load): 1.20 m Displacement (light ship): 11,500 kg Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta IPS 650 (total 960 hp) Max speed wind*: preliminary performance data 38 kn (standard vessel, light ship, calm sea, 5 kn of head wind)* Construction type: Advanced composite materials – white gelcoat finishing 48 WALLYTENDER X Length overall: 14,9 m – 48 ft 11 in Hull length: 14,2 m – 46 ft 7 in LWL (boat fully laden): 13,4 m – 43 ft 11 in Depth under propellers (boat fully laden): 1,1 m – 3 ft 6 in Maximum beam: 4,4 m – 14 ft 5 in Engines: Outboard 4 x Mercury Verado V8 450R Power: 450 at 6400 rpm Hull type: Warped hull with spray rails and aft deadrise 18° Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Billy Black, Gilles Martin-Raget

IFDM | 85

YACHT & CRUISE

86 | IFDM

PRIVATE CRUISE

Amandira, Aman

YACHT & CRUISE

PRIVATE CRUISE

Amandira, Aman

Your trip begins!

A physical and mental adventure, on board the luxurious Amandira sailing yacht, ready to pamper guests with peerless private yachting services, plying the seas around the islands of Indonesia. A mixture of tradition and innovation that is the result of design by Michael Kasten – external structure and layout – and Deirdre Reinier – interior design – and the farsighted vision of the Aman company

B

ased on the traditional Phinisi, the two-mast vessels made by hand by Indonesian Konjo craftsmen, Amandira, the fascinating sailing yacht that welcomes its guests into the colonial atmosphere of the spice trade of the 19th century, offers the highest standards of navigation. And more.

The vision of Aman, the group of luxury resorts and hotels with 32 destinations in 20 countries, offers the exclusive and immersive experience of a private cruise, from 5 to 21 nights – or more – to discover the islands of Indonesia, with itinerary options like Komodo, the archipelago of the Moluccas, or that of Raja Ampat. On board – 52 total meters, where the deck alone measures 38 – 5 cabins with private bathrooms for up to 10 people, a crew of 14, including a chef, waiters, a diving instructor (with gear featuring Nitrox technology) and a masseur, guarantee custom services boosted by the possibility of relying on expert guides for the excursions on dry land. The team of Michael Kasten, for the structure and internal layout, and Deirdre Reinier, for the interior design, have developed a mixture of tradition and modernity.

Amandira comes from the expert hands of Konjo shipwrights, who know how to utilize the local IFDM | 87

YACHT & CRUISE

PRIVATE CRUISE

Main Contractor: JJ marine Operator: Aman Exterior design: Michael Kasten Interior design: Deirdre Reinier Age: 7 years (2013) Overall length: 52 meters Deck length: 38 meters Sail: 600 sqm Beam: 10 meters Cruising speed: 7.5 knots Number of crew: 14 Number of cabins: 5, including two bunk-bed cabins Indoor or outdoor dining: Both Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: courtesy of Aman

88 | IFDM

Amandira, Aman

YACHT & CRUISE

PRIVATE CRUISE

Amandira, Aman

wood, but it is also shaped by technology that permits navigation under sail – the principle mode – and by motor, thanks to the Yanmar diesel 830 HP engine.

The steel longerons, the sails and halyards in Dacron, the sheet metal blocks with cheeks in wood and ball bearings for low-friction transport, the rig designed for easy movement and the sturdy rigging in galvanized steel provide a rapid overview of the excellence of the vessel. Comfort and privacy are the main objectives in the interior design. Every cabin – 3 king-size and 2 with bunk beds – has a living area and a large bathroom with shower and double washstands, all with climate control for comfortable travel in the tropics. The aft deck is the area for socializing, in which to relax on cots, to dine or enjoy a drink at sundown, or under the stars. An internal lounge on the main deck is a space protected from the weather that performs multiple functions, from meals to entertainment, with a large salon and dining area, and space for TV viewing and a library. Everything is in line with the Aman luxury brand: are you ready to sail in crystalline waters, in total comfort?

IFDM | 89

YACHT & CRUISE

RESORT

Close encounter with water The sea as you have never seen it before. Immersed in the turquoise ocean of the Gaafu Alifu atoll, the Pullman Maldives Maamutaa Resort offers unique and exclusive observation points for marine flora and fauna

90 | IFDM

Gaafu Alifu, Maldives

Owner: Accor Hotel operator: Pullman Hotels & Resorts Architecture: Blink Design Group, Miaja Design Group Interior design: Miaja Design Group Lead & Creative design: Isabelle Miaja Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: courtesy of Pullman Hotels & Resorts, Miaja Design Group

YACHT & CRUISE

RESORT

Gaafu Alifu, Maldives

I

t is no mystery that, in addition to having one of the largest and deepest lagoons in the region, the Maldivian atoll Gaafu Alifu is a heavenly oasis dressed in lush tropical vegetation, adorned with a natural lake and white sandy beaches. What is less known is that exploring its fascinating marine life and the surrounding dive sites now truly has no boundaries.

IFDM | 91

YACHT & CRUISE

The Pullman Maldives Maamutaa Resort, the fifth one owned by Accor, a global luxury hospitality group with facilities in 110 countries, has just opened its doors here in the name of highlevel hospitality, yes, but with incredibly astonishing experiences. Immersing yourself in the exotic environment of the region through excursions, diving, jet skis, or simply by lying on a net suspended above the water are certainly amazing experiences. The most unforgettable one, though, is the one offered by the underwater bedrooms of the exclusive Aqua Villas – for now just two – which offer a unique, constantly changing underwater scenery to enjoy in complete relaxation. An extraordinarily intimate and open encounter with the marine background, the first in the Maldives, in a place where up to 13 species of sharks can be sighted, in addition to the infinite coral reef. The 113-sqm villas, each strategically positioned to admire the sunrise and sunset, are equipped with a second bedroom on the surface overlooking the ocean, a private infinity pool, and a bathroom.

92 | IFDM

RESORT

Gaafu Alifu, Maldives

YACHT & CRUISE

RESORT

Gaafu Alifu, Maldives

The Aqua Villas are joined by 122 villas and a Royal Suite considered ‘a resort within the resort’ offering a high level of customized services. ‘Finding the perfect balance to blend the Pullman brand with the Maldives was an exciting challenge. The Pullman brand is all about contemporary lines.

Architecturally, the design team wanted to mix a modern, resort-feeling approach with the Maldivian culture. The result is in each villa’s distinctive thatched roof reminiscent of the Maldivian striped sarong, symbolising the country’s national costume. Pullman is about modernity, and the stripes, although intrinsically Maldivian, are also very contemporary,’ explained Julian Miaja. Art was also a significant part of the resort’s design, taking a bold and unique approach through street artist MadC, a renowned artist tasked with painting the resort’s facades with her colourful strokes.

IFDM | 93

YACHT & CRUISE

Utopia IV: discovering the Bahamas For a private American client, Rossinavi creates a 63-meter yacht, but with draft of just 2.2 meters for safe sailing in shallow waters, ready for mooring in front of a house at Miami Beach

U

topia IV by Rossinavi is a completely custom-made 63-meter yacht, created to meets the needs of a private American client. “Utopia IV is the result of certain specific parameters dictated by the geography of two areas in particular: Miami Beach and the Bahamas,” says Federico Rossi, COO of Rossinavi. “The client’s main concern was to be able to dock in front of his home at Miami Beach. This meant a small draft, because the water is quite shallow in that zone. The yachts moored in front of the villas in that area are usually no longer than 50 meters.

Utopia IV, in spite of its length of 63 meters, has an extremely small draft of just 2.2, comparable to that of a 35-meter boat.” This characteristic is also fundamental for another reason: “It enables you to easily navigate in the shallows of the archipelago of the Bahamas. Furthermore, thanks to the shape of the hull and the hydrojet propulsion system 94 | IFDM

YACHT

Utopia IV, Rossinavi

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Utopia IV, Rossinavi

IFDM | 95

YACHT & CRUISE

that allow the boat to reach a speed of 33 knots, the Bahamas can be reached very quickly.” With four decks and slightly less than 1000 GT, “this yacht has been designed to welcome 12 guests in 6 cabins,” Federico Rossi says. “The lower deck has four guest cabins and a large VIP cabin, as well as technical spaces, the garage and the crew area at the bow. The main deck offers a very spacious aft well deck, leading to the main saloon, with a bar area at the entrance and a dining zone at the back.

The entire bow portion is for the owner’s cabin.

The upper deck contains a large screening room and a playroom for children, while the bow zone is set aside for the wheelhouse, with the skipper’s cabin to the side. At the stern, it houses a large well deck with three different areas: lounge, dining and bar. The bow zone in this case is for a super-panoramic sunbathing area and lounge. The fly deck is for relaxation only, with ample seating and a bar, all with a 360-degree view.” Many of the details are the stuff of dreams: “The owner’s private portion covers an area of 165 square meters, split into a lounge with private structural balcony of six meters, a studio, a bedroom and a double bathroom with a large central Jacuzzi.

96 | IFDM

YACHT

Utopia IV, Rossinavi

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Utopia IV, Rossinavi

Naval architecture: Arrabito Naval Architects Exterior & Interior design: Team for Design – Enrico Gobbi Furnishings: Armani Casa, Hermès, Minotti, Paola Lenti, Poliform; custom items designed by Enrico Gobbi Max overall length: 62.60 m – 205’ 5” Max beam: 11.00 m – 36’ 1” Main engines: 2450 RPM Max speed: 33 knots Cruising speed half-load: 26 knots Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: Tom Van Oossanen, Michele Chiroli

IFDM | 97

YACHT & CRUISE

The beach club, when the aft hatch has been opened, permits enjoyment of 70 square meters of lounge space with a bar directly at the level of the sea. In the main saloon two large sliding lateral 4.5-meter windows provide a breathtaking view and abundant natural light for the interiors.”

Indoor and outdoor furnishings, featuring items

by Hermès and Armani Casa, as well as Italian artworks and sculptures from Murano, have been chosen by the architect Enrico Gobbi, who says: “Utopia is totally customized based on the requirements of the client. For the exteriors, the idea was to create a design ‘object,’ a streamlined boat, like a seagoing coupé, to place in front of the villa like a floating work of architecture, not so high as to block the view.” For the interiors: “A very clean Italian style, not extremely modern but contemporary, meaning warm surfaces in brushed walnut, fine leather with elegant stitching, touches of blues and grays in furnishings by Hermès and Armani Casa, as well as luxurious furniture designed by us and other brands like Minotti and Paola Lenti.

98 | IFDM

YACHT

Utopia IV, Rossinavi

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Utopia IV, Rossinavi

We have reached the point of designing everything for this yacht, even the works of art, so that nothing has been left to change.” Tiffany blue is one of the dominant colors, especially in the outdoor settings: “Nuances that suggest the Caribbean, hues that are favorites of the owner, Loren Ridinger, with whom we have an excellent relationship.” The result is an “an atmosphere of Italian style, a timeless boat, not ostentatious but full of elegance, simplicity, the typical refinement of our tradition of Made Italy.”

IFDM | 99

YACHT & CRUISE

SAILING YACHT

Bella, Y/Yachts

The essence of the journey To strip away the unnecessary, reaching perfectly simple form, while cutting-edge technology offers extraordinary sailing performance. This is Bella, the luxury Y7 sailing yacht model by the German Y/Yachts by Michael Schmidt, with interior design by the firm Norm Architects. Ready to cleave the waves in an almost ecstatic balance with nature

W

ealth and moderation. Order and complexity. Basic values of the Scandinavian firm Norm Architects, seen clearly in the aesthetic qualities of the interiors of Bella, the Y7 luxury sailing yacht model developed in collaboration with the US-based designer Bill Tripp, just launched at the Greifswald shipyard where the German company Y/Yachts Owner: Shipyard Michael Schmidt Yachtbau Exterior Design: Tripp Design Naval Architecture Interior design: Norm Architects Furnishings: &tradition, Menu, on design by the architects Lighting: Menu, Vibia Bathroom & Kitchen: Herzbach Length overall: 21.68 m Width: 5,75 m Displacement: 28,9 t Ballast: 9,6 t Mainsail: 174 qm Jib: 123 sqm Code Zero: 350 sqm Gennaker: 550 sqm Motor: 2 x Nanni (59 kW) Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Jonas Bjerre Poulsen

100 | IFDM

by Michael Schmidt builds its fleet. “We let ourselves be guided by the body and the mind, rather than trends – the architects say. – Our expertise lies in finding balance to there is nothing to add or to remove.” As in the case of the interiors of this 21-meter boat with its essential style, which in keeping with the constraints of nautical design emphasizes the curved structure of the hull with

YACHT & CRUISE

SAILING YACHT

Bella, Y/Yachts

IFDM | 101

YACHT & CRUISE

sober luxury, a minimalism that nevertheless takes on softness and tactile virtues. Colors and materials are reduced to a minimum – veneers and blackened steel parts alternate with the patterns of ton-sur-ton fabrics – for an overall effect that conveys a warm, intimate atmosphere. Craftsmanship plays a major role in the making of the sides, panels and doors designed with frames that create no visual disturbance, in a situation of total continuity. The furnishings are almost entirely custom-designed by Norm Architects, including the bathrooms and the kitchen. Everything is softened further by artificial lighting using ceiling spots and small cylindrical spotlight fixtures.

The timeless look has always been a goal of Norm Architects, which wagers on “quality, details and durability,” and in Bella never overlooks the main tenets of interior design for yachts, such as borders on shelves to keep objects from falling when the boat rolls, and artfully built-in grips in case of choppy seas. The refined image of Bella goes perfectly with its high technological performance, even for taking part in regattas. The hull, mast and boom are in carbon, while the halyards are directly controlled from the helmsman’s console, thus making it possible to sail in complete autonomy, at any moment. Finally, with its tonnage of about 28.5, and about 300 square meters of sails, Bella guarantees sailing even in very light winds.

102 | IFDM

SAILING YACHT

Bella, Y/Yachts

YACHT & CRUISE

SAILING YACHT

Bella, Y/Yachts

IFDM | 103

WONDER. CHONGQING, CHINA | FOREST FOR REST SPA | LEAPING CREATIVE The Hercules beetle symbolizes healing and energy. It tells the story of the spa brand where travelers encounter an oasis after a long journey in the desert where their body and mind are healed by foot bath

104 | IFDM

Š Minjie Wang

and spa experiences. The entrance area features several curved walls with multiple paths to enter the inside areas. The layered curve shapes echo the city’s mountainous terrain.

IFDM | 105

WONDER. UNITED LAND | FRANCOIS RONSIAUX The photography series of cities and landscapes evoke a water-rise that has engulfed almost the whole planet. It explores the psychoses when confronted with the possible disappearance of our vital space.

106 | IFDM

WONDER. MARSEILLE | LES DOCKS | ALFONSO FEMIA WITH 5+1AA © Luc Boegly

“Les Docks as a place of meeting between territory and city, past and future, users and residents. As an open architecture which is an answer to a specific context, in relation to the city and the sea”. Alfonso Femia

108 | IFDM

D ol ce St i l N ovo

w w w.sm eg.com

YACHT & CRUISE

110 | IFDM

PEOPLE

Bernardo Zuccon

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Bernardo Zuccon

THE DESIGNERS OF THE SEA Zuccon International Project boasts a company history that extends across different disciplines as well as generations, and stands out as an authority in the field of luxury yachting. A route that is constantly evolving, as Bernardo Zuccon tells here

Z

uccon International Project is a “family affair� Martina and Bernardo Zuccon grew up together with the firm founded in 1972 by their parents, the architect Gianni Zuccon and his wife and colleague, Paola Galeazzi. Their vision was to build a multidisciplinary firm (from architecture to industrial design), which successfully entered the yachting world after only a few years, thanks to the collaboration with Cantieri Posillipo first, and with the Baglietto shipyard after. They have tasted challenges and successes, they have embraced that deep passion for the sea and boating that led the ZIP studio (as it has been nicknamed) to become a privileged interlocutor for the major shipyards (such as the Cantiere Navale Ferretti and CRN of Ancona).

A few years and dozens of models later, they took the helm and broadened their horizons and prospects.

The thriving partnership with Sanlorenzo Yacht started under the leadership of the second generation, which brought about unexpected results, such as SL96A, SD 96, SX76 and BG42, BG62, BG70 and the brand new BGX60 for the Bluegame brand. The latest achievements of this collaboration are 44Alloy made of aluminium and SX112, presented exclusively during the 60th Genoa Boat Show.

author: Veronica Orsi projects photo: courtesy of Zuccon International Project, SX112 by Sanlorenzo (Thomas Pagani), SX76 by Sanlorenzo (Federico Cedrone)

IFDM | 111

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Bernardo Zuccon

You are the second generation at the helm of the Firm. What does the world of boating represent to you?

True, it was my parents who founded Zuccon International Project in the late 1970s. Within the walls of our house you could breathe the scent of the sea and of boats every day. There were boating magazines everywhere and in the summer we went to our grandparents’ house by the sea, where I spent every afternoon on the docks of the port studying the boats, analysing every detail, learning from an early age to distinguish the shipyards, types and architects who had designed them.

And when I stood in front of yachts designed by my parents, which often happened, I felt really proud, and this fostered the desire to be able, one day, to follow in those fascinating footsteps myself. So, to answer your question, the nautical world is my home.

Would you define the boating sector as conservative or open to change?

Compared to other sectors, nautical design is still burdened with the weight of tradition, probably even more so today; we are talking about a 112 | IFDM

44Alloy by Sanlorenzo PY Heritage 45 M by Picchiotti Yachts

YACHT & CRUISE

conservative sector where the concept of innovation has too often assumed a meaning devoid of real substance. Today’s yachts, or at least those that best respond to the market, are very similar to those of half a century ago: it is no coincidence that the vintage fashion is very popular, recovering or referencing to images of historic boats. The formal experiments that should look to the future too often remain ideas on paper that are not reflected in the current market, which fears the financial crisis and is hostile to change. Our duty today as designers? Making significant investments in research to provide new scenarios and stimuli, always remaining true to tradition, but morally obliged to renew and innovate in order to keep the engine of change running. Today’s technological innovation allows us to tread paths that were previously unthinkable, with an eye which is now dutifully attentive to the needs of a design that is as ‘sustainable’ as possible.

There is now talk of green and sustainability in all sectors: how is it applied in the boating world?

The boating industry has been investigating ecosustainability issues for at least 15 years, but the problem has always been to find technologies that

PEOPLE

Bernardo Zuccon

would allow the implementation of the different solutions. There is no doubt that a huge step forward has been made in recent years in terms of propulsion: hybrid or electric motors are now a reality and shipyards are constantly working to offer yachts with increasingly eco-compatible propulsion systems. Yet, although shipyards are willing to invest in this sector, there is still a need to educate owners who are fundamentally conservative. In fact, when given the choice, the owner almost always prefers a non-sustainable propulsion system.

Yachts and super-yachts have become all-round residential projects. How have the living environments inside them changed?

There is much talk about home design linked to boating, but be careful not to lose sight of the”functional aspect” of the object: the navigability and the comfort at sea are just some aspects that make our work, that of the “designers of the sea”, different from that of our colleagues who work on ground projects”. Just think of the interior design: the boat is not a static structure and clearly its interiors must adapt to these movements so as not to compromise the functionality of some of its spaces. Whether it is a yacht or super-yacht, I like to interpret

SX76 by Sanlorenzo

IFDM | 113

YACHT & CRUISE

BGX70 by Bluegame Navetta 33 by Custom Line

PEOPLE

Bernardo Zuccon

each project as a container of life that chooses not to change in its spaces and functions, but which simply transforms to adapt to different dimensions and ergonomics while retaining the functional and distributive principles without forcing those who will live in the boat to accept compromises.

Instead, how has the relationship with the external side transformed (I am thinking of innovative projects such as SX112 and SL96 Asymmetric by Sanlorenzo)?

SL96 Asymmetric is the second asymmetrical model built by the Sanlorenzo brand: the asymmetry has made it possible to rewrite the conventional harmony on board, offering not only volumes so far intended for other functions, but above all creating new life scenarios, new perspectives capable of enhancing and promoting that visceral visual, physical and emotional bond that exists between man and the sea. On-board flows that change and offer new opportunities to exploit spaces in everyday life.

A typological research aimed at identifying new potential ways of experiencing the sea that the firm has been carrying out over the years, which further validates our work with SX112. On board the new SX112 the barriers “fall� and the boat

114 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

PEOPLE

Bernardo Zuccon

opens to the sea through a simple and direct interpretation, where everything enters into a relationship with the marine context. This project aims to combine the “must have� that the market requires even on smaller boats with a transversal and innovative living solution that changes traditional distribution balances.

You often find yourself in the middle, between the owners and accomplished interior designers: is it all a matter of balance?

Working with prominent designers belonging to sectors other than the boating one is definitely an experience that enriches us mutually. Different approaches, completely opposite points of view, ideas, opinions, can only give an added value to the project. At the same time, sharing and reworking the shipowners’ requests is probably the most interesting part of our job. Regardless of the appreciation that can derive from a visit aboard by a journalist or a client, it feels good to know that the boat was purchased by a person who has chosen to navigate and live according to the parameters that I have personally defined, and that the client embraced.

SX112 by Sanlorenzo IFDM | 115

YACHT & CRUISE

116 | IFDM

HOTEL

Rovinj, Croatia

YACHT & CRUISE

HOTEL

Rovinj, Croatia

The meeting point between the sea and the city Entirely redesigned in symbiosis with the surrounding nature and in keeping with the highest standards of sustainability, the Grand Park Hotel Rovinj, together with the promenade and the new Marina, is a gem set on the coast of the tourist area of Monte Mulini, in the Croatian town of Rovinj. Architectural project by 3LHD, interior design by Lissoni Casal Ribeiro

F

ive age-old pine trees. The entire Grand Park Hotel Rovinj project starts here: shaping the architecture in full respect of the vegetation in which it is literally immersed, to the point of merging with the pine forest of Monte Mulini, the tourist area of the Croatian town of Rovinj, modelling itself according to the conformation of the territory through a system of terraces that follow the slope of the site. A tailor-made design conceived

by Zagreb-based 3LHD for the new structure developed over 6 floors - totally rebuilt and enlarged - owned by the hotel brand Maistra Collection,

which has been in this sector for over 50 years and which has given its best right here, with 2 receptions, 193 rooms and 16 suites, 2 restaurants, 1 pool bar, a 3800 square metre spa, 1 lobby bar, 3 swimming pools (2 outdoors and 1 indoors) and a conference area. Located near the marina and the promenade, overlooking the coast - with a breathtaking view of the Saint Euphemia cathedral and the island of Saint Catherine - the building connects the inner part of the city with the main attractions of the area. For this reason, the vision of the project expands to embrace the promenade leading to the sea, with the appealing

IFDM | 117

YACHT & CRUISE

HOTEL

Rovinj, Croatia

water surfaces, vegetation and areas designed as ‘squares’ for socializing, as well as the Marina (ACI Marina Rovinj), and includes the construction of the new building for boating services, the redesign of the roads, pedestrian areas and green surfaces of the landscape in which it is set. The Marina project is a single volume inserted in the fabric of the seafront; only the facade oriented towards the coast is visible, and it fully satisfies the requirements of a ‘star-rated’ marina, thanks to a Yacht Club with reception and offices, catering and health facilities as well as technical, retail, service and storage areas for sailors. Each user - pedestrians, technicians, sailors - is guided on their path by a clear signage system. Another important added value of the entire project is the sustainability scheme of the Grand Park Hotel Rovinj. The fully nZEB (nearly Zero Energy Building) building, which met the standard thanks to the thermal insulation of the facades, orientation, shape and arrangement, thermotechnical and lighting systems, is equipped with a highly efficient mechanical ventilation system with recirculation and filtration of exhaust air, to achieve a high level of indoor air quality. Seawater source heat pumps control heating, cooling and hot water preparation and are based on ambient heat, resulting in

118 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

HOTEL

Rovinj, Croatia

Owner & Hotel operator: Maistra Collection Main Contractor: Kamgrad Interior Contractor: Stilles Architecture: 3LHD Interior design: Lissoni Casal Ribeiro Landscape design: Dionaea Vrotovi Styling: Elisa Ossino Studio Furnishings: Alessi, Antonio Sciortino, B&B Italia, Boffi, Bonacina 1889, Cappellini, Carl Hansen, Cassina, DePadova, Desalto, Fantoni, Gervasoni, Giardino di Legno, Glas Italia, Kartell, Knoll, Jansen, Lema, Living Divani, Malawi Cane, Paola Lenti, Pols, Porro, Potten, Riviera Maison, Salvatori, Shönhuber Franchi, Skagerak, Society Limonta, Tinekhome, Ton, Vitra Kitchen consultant and producer: Gastro Tim Lighting: DCW Editions, Flos, Oluce, Santa&Cole, Viabizzuno Doors: Blasi, Geze, Lualdi, Schuco, Vitrocsa Bathrooms: Brera Group, Cotto, Duravit, Flaminia, Fantini, Geberit, Inda, Salvatori Carpets: Altai, Ege, Golran, Sartori Rugs Floors & Walls: Alpolic, Kerakoll, Glatz, Magraf, Mapei, Oikos, PPS Galeković Artists: Veronica Gaido, Roberta Patalani, Klara Rusan, Danjiel Srdarev, Marco Tadik, Hana Tintor, Predrag Todorović Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: Jure Zivkovic

IFDM | 119

YACHT & CRUISE

120 | IFDM

HOTEL

Rovinj, Croatia

YACHT & CRUISE

HOTEL

Rovinj, Croatia

IFDM | 121

YACHT & CRUISE

a low level of total energy required per square metre of usable surface, which puts the complex within the A+ range energy class. The use of green roof systems, recyclable materials and an irrigation system for the large green spaces that allows up to 80% less water consumption - thanks to rainwater drainage - complete the almost zero impact efficiency of the building. In rooms and all common areas, as well as in the outdoor public areas on the seafront, the refined and minimalist stylistic code of Piero Lissoni with Lissoni Casal Ribeiro catches the eye. The interior project is cared for without neglecting any detail, starting from the staff uniforms that are the result of a collaboration between Lissoni Graph.x and the designer Carlos Baker: over 50 outfits inspired by the lace and workmanship of the local tradition that match the colours used for the interior, from midnight blue to white, from burgundy to khaki. The constant presence of the sea and its colour, the intimate dimension and the conformation of the city of Rovinj, the cultural mixture given by the historical overlap have

122 | IFDM

HOTEL

Rovinj, Croatia

YACHT & CRUISE

HOTEL

Rovinj, Croatia

played a crucial role in the design. Starting from the spacious lobby, the heart of the project, to the restaurant developed over two levels and open all day, to the terrace. The “made in Italy� excellence stands out among the furnishing brands that were chosen for the project. For example Porro, with numerous iconic creations designed by Lissoni himself, such as the Storage walk-in closet, the antique red Metallic tables and the hemlock Minimo Light installed in some suites; and again the Boxes chests of drawers in sulphur yellow back-painted glass to contrast the eucalyptus interior and the Groove bench in black dyed hemlock used in other rooms. And again, the Fractal black lacquered aluminium tables in the bar, and the Neve chairs in black dyed ash-wood with leathercovered seat of the restaurant on the 5th floor. The curatorial project for the choice of artwork is also by Lissoni Casal Ribeiro, who selected seven different artists and exhibited their work both in the common areas and in the rooms with the aim of creating an interaction with the interior project. The imperative requirement: to create works closely linked to the territory and the context.

IFDM | 123

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

64Steel Attila, Sanlorenzo

South American liveliness 64Steel Attila by Sanlorenzo Yachts, the flagship of this Made in Italy shipyard, offers a novel concept of navigation and a versatile layout

T

he most majestic yacht ever made by Sanlorenzo is the symbol of the innovative vision of the Italian shipyard, in which convivial enjoyment, lifestyle and a bespoke experience translate into excellence for life on the sea. Immersed in the magnificent interiors created by Francesco Paszkowski Design and the ex-

124 | IFDM

ternal styling by Officina Italiana Design, guests on this giant of the sea are surrounded by elegant, delicate beauty. The megayacht 64Steel Attila – a 64-meter boat with steel hull and aluminium superstructure – reveals an unusual concept of navigation through its particularly versatile layout, for maximum social contact and on-board enjoyment.

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

64Steel Attila, Sanlorenzo

IFDM | 125

YACHT & CRUISE

The emblem of the contemporary vision of Sanlorenzo Yachts, the Main Deck at the stern – with four guest cabins and a VIP suite, as well as a dining zone and a large swimming pool – is directly connected to the Lower Deck and its refined Beach Club, outfitted with a steam bath, a sauna, a fitness space au fil de l’eau and a massage room, in an area of 78 square meters. For an unusual dialogue between the various zones, a double staircase becomes the connection between two traditionally separated areas, with the idea of recreating a private floating residence. The quintessence of the project is its bespoke design, in close collaboration with the Argentine yachtsman: the impressive barbecue in the dining area was a true challenge for the design team, while an entire deck has been set aside for the owner, containing a suite and a large Jacuzzi. The helipad can be transformed as a solarium across 70 meters, while the personalized interior design is by Francesco Paszkowski and Margherita Casprini. “We worked as a team of four with the owner and the shipyard to 126 | IFDM

YACHT

64Steel Attila, Sanlorenzo

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

64Steel Attila, Sanlorenzo

define a modern space in South American style, with natural materials like teak, next to which the client wanted to add and mix many other material that are part of his personal experience,” Francesco Paszowski says. “Attila is the yacht of a man who lives his life to the fullest. And he lives it on his yacht.” Focusing on a concept of “modern South American style,” the interiors alternate facings in nabuk, six different types of marble, teak for the staircases and floors, crocodile skin for the headboard of the bed in the owner’s cabin. Elements that combine with the fine craftsmanship of the sides, in glass and fabric, the backlit onyx in the lobby, the furnishings by outstanding companies of Made in Italy – including Baxter, Minotti, Maxalto, Flexform, Catellani & Smith – and the one-offs designed as exclusives

by Paszowski. An intimate, welcoming atmosphere, wrapped in the silence of the ocean.

IFDM | 127

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

64Steel Attila, Sanlorenzo

Naval engineering: Sanlorenzo Exterior styling: Officina Italiana Design, Ufficio Stile Sanlorenzo Construction: Sanlorenzo Divisione Superyacht Interior design: Francesco Paszkowski Design Furnishings: Baxter, Catellani & Smith, De Sede, Flexform, Maxalto, Minotti, Summit Length overall: f.t. 64,25 m Decks n°: 6 Gross tons: 1600 GRT Guest accommodation: 12 people Crew accommodation: 18 people Engines: 2 x CAT 3516C Max speed: 17 knots Author: Anna Casotti Photo credits: Guillaume Plisson

128 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

64Steel Attila, Sanlorenzo

IFDM | 129

YACHT & CRUISE

Owner: City of Prague Architectural design: petrjanda/brainwork, Petr Janda, Anna Podroužková, Maty Donátová, Bára Simajchlová Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Jakub Skokan and Martin Tůma / BoysPlayNice

130 | IFDM

WATERFRONT

Prague

YACHT & CRUISE

WATERFRONT

Prague

Riverfront with view The Prague waterfront has been involved in the initial phase of a major project of revitalization developed by the studio petrjanda/brainwork to encourage gradual cultural and social renewal on the banks of the Vltava

D

eveloped by the studio petrjanda/brainwork, the special masterplan for the iconic Prague riverfront includes a series of architectural contributions that once completed will lead to the birth of about 4 kilometers of spaces. The aim of the project is to revitalize the area, enabling it to host functions for leisure time, cultural programming and sporting activities. The substantial reorganization of the Rašín, Hořejší and Dvořák embankments covers the gradual planning of urban furnishings, lighting, the creation of floating structures for terminals

and restrooms, as well as a new swimming facility with a large infinity pool, set into the river to be divided into three portions of different depths, and an indoor pool for use in the colder months.

The first phase concentrates on the reconstruction of twenty vaults along the riverside wall, originally used as ice storage areas and now providing direct connections between the river area and new internal spaces containing cafes, clubs, studios, workshops, galleries, a branch library, spaces for meetings and public restrooms. The design and the materials utilized are uniform across all the

IFDM | 131

YACHT & CRUISE

interventions, reflecting the true essence of contemporary style: concrete, poured or sand-blasted, black steel, members clad in stainless steel sheet or black titanium, and mirrors. The objective is to create a coherent, balanced whole of great visual impact, recognizable through a minimum design gesture – which the architects define as a “strategy of urban acupuncture” – that shifts through spatial details and meaningful fragments to recover the existing forms and relationships of the embankment, while discovering new possibilities of interconnection. The six vaults of the Rašín embankment follow the almost circular arc of the upper part of the original openings, taking the form of six large elliptical windows equipped with motorized swivel casements. The arches of the original portals have been completed with stone steps, in which the volumes contain – and conceal – the installation well, the air conditioning ducts and the flood control elements. The 14 vaults of the Hořejší embankment have sculptural entrances with curved steel doors, ensuring maximum openness and attenuating the perception of the threshold. The same type of entrance returns at the position of the vaults for the restrooms. In this case, the curved element is replicated in the interiors, shaping the membrane that separates the cabins from the public zone.

132 | IFDM

WATERFRONT

Prague

YACHT & CRUISE

WATERFRONT

Prague

IFDM | 133

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE SHIP

Adventure and comfort for passenger-explorers With the latest solutions for environmental protection in mind, The Champlain is the second Ponant ship in the Explorer category. French taste and multicultural sensibilities can be seen in the project by Jean-Philippe Nuel, enhancing on-board experience without ever losing sight of the sea

T

he award-winning company Ponant never stops developing original and advanced solutions for new life experiences on board, featuring interiors where the concept of comfort, without straying from strict ergonomic tenets, reflects a marked domestic character. In the case of the mini-cruiser The Champlain, we see an ethnic-chic version filled with colors, objects, fabrics and furnishings based on the destinations and cultures explored by passengers. The name, in fact, references a courageous French explorer, cartographer and writer, Samuel de Champlain.

134 | IFDM

Owner: Ponant Construction: Vard Langsten Interior design: Jean-Philippe Nuel Studio Furnishings: &Tradition, Alki, B&B Italia, Bosc, Bottega Veneta, Casala, Cindarella, Enea, Ethimo, Flexform, Incidence, Kettal, Laval, Lemi, Ligne Roset, Linteloo, Made in Taunus, Moroso, Paola Lenti, Pedrali, Poltrona Frau, Shores, Studio Nuel, Ton Lighting: Aqua Design, Art Consult, Astro Lighting, Bottega Veneta, Brokis, Dedon, Expormim, Forestier, Gloster, Ialux, Marzais Creations, Marset, Parachilna, Santa Cole, Studio Nuel Fabrics: Cotting, Jab, Skai, Skopos, Testori Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Ponant, Franรงois Lefebvre

The Champlain, Ponant

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE SHIP

The Champlain, Ponant

IFDM | 135

YACHT & CRUISE

The man behind this “great human, technological and aesthetic adventure” is the architect Jean-Philippe Nuel, a renowned interpreter of the French sophistication of Ponant. The design selected for the ‘total’ interior project, however, is clearly international, with a marked presence of Made in Italy, also in the very luminous cabins and suites, the lounge areas, two restaurants and facilities for entertainment and wellness. The stylistic language is honed in custom solutions created by Nuel himself, including made-tomeasure corner seats and the graphic impact of rugs and carpeting with nautical overtones. The palette of colors tends to be uniform, concentrating more emphatic naval citations in certain settings: from the green-blue variations of the spacious Deck 7 and the 188 Poltrona Frau seats for the Theater, to the wood utilized everywhere to screen walls, or in the form of a composition of its most decorative varieties. The nautical atmosphere is also subtly reconstructed in the outdoor zones, underlining a type of luxury that is intrin136 | IFDM

CRUISE SHIP

sically connected to a sense of comfort that also brings textile elements ‘outside’ thanks to innovative and refined materials. The encounter with the sea, besides the visual contact mediated by large windows and the exclusive terraces of the suites, becomes close contact in the swimming pool at the stern, and from the terrace outfitted as a platform for aquatic sporting activities. An even more incredible experience is the observation of the undersea world inside the Blue Eye, a lounge designed by Jacques Rougerie in the hull, 2.5 meters below sea level. Discreet lighting reveals the seabed, and thanks to enormous oval portholes it is possible to observe photo-luminescent organisms in their natural habitat. All the sounds in a radius of five kilometers are captured and transmitted inside the lounge, along with the projection of images from three underground video cameras. The sensorial impact is amplified by the design: the slight vibration of the ‘body listening’ divans simulates the movement of the sea’s surface, involving the entire body.

The Champlain, Ponant

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE SHIP

The Champlain, Ponant

IFDM | 137

YACHT & CRUISE

138 | IFDM

YACHT

Life Saga, Admiral

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Life Saga, Admiral

And sailing in this sea is sweet to me Life Saga, the new 65-meter megayacht by Admiral, the flagship brand of the Italian Sea Group, offers the unique sensation of being in direct contact with the sea

A

65-meter megayacht that offers the unique sensation of being in direct contact with the sea: Life Saga is the new project resulting from collaboration between Admiral, the flagship brand of the Italian Sea Group, the art director of the group Gian Marco Campanino, who did the exteriors and the internal layout, and the designer Mark Berryman, who has developed the interior design concept. A boat of dreams that was a winner in the category of “Motor Yachts Over 60 meters” at the 2020 International Yacht & Aviation Awards, the prestigious prizes for architecture, style and design in the sectors of yachting, aviation and hotellerie. Life Saga celebrates life on the sea, with exteriors and interiors in continuity for a seamless dialogue, thanks to large full-height windows that create a sequence of very large zones, from the sundecks to the lounge-bar-game-room area, all the way to the panoramic outdoor zone, allowing guests to move smoothly from one space to the next. The settings are luminous and indoor-outdoor, thanks to vanishing full-height sliding glass doors, folding balconies and glazed partitions that can be opened or closed. Dynamic, fluid spaces, with a “rotunda” of the dining room that lightly incorporates the external lounge area and the screening room, IFDM | 139

YACHT & CRUISE

with impressive curved walls in totally concealable sliding glass. The interiors are refined, with an accent on relaxation and wellness, thanks to the painstaking selection of high-quality natural materials, skillfully mixed, where leather is the main protagonist, combined with finishes in natural oak and details in walnut and teak, in harmonious contrast with stone, such as travertine, sunset onyx, all the way to the elegance of Emperador marble. The yacht is full of extra-luxurious details: like the beach area with all the comforts, the fitness room and spa, the sundeck with large, comfortable sun pads, and a bar area connected to one of the two swimming pools on the deck. A modern floating villa, with an incomparable view of the sea, to meet the desires of a private client, who explains: “As an expert yachtsman and sailor, capable of helming the yacht and not just owning it, Life Saga is the result of many years of reflection 140 | IFDM

YACHT

Life Saga, Admiral

YACHT & CRUISE

and focus on what would be the perfect yacht for me. I knew that the yacht I wanted to build had to be completely personalized in keeping with my specifications and needs. With so many years of experience, with yachts I have owned and managed, my first new construction project had to be truly special. And we have succeeded, thanks to the combination of the customer attitude of Italian Sea Group and the Admiral brand, with their ability and enthusiasm, my experience and that of my fleet. We have created a yacht that is impeccable in every aspect, to say the least. Life Saga makes me feel so in tune with my desires, that I see no reason to visit other boat shows, shipyards or yachts! At least in the near future.�

YACHT

Life Saga, Admiral

Builder & Naval Architect: Admiral - The Italian Sea Group Exterior design: GMC Architecture Interior design: Mark Berryman Furnishings: Giorgetti, Minotti Hull: Steel Superstructure: Aluminiun Lenght overall: 65 M - 213 Ft. Main engines: Caterpillar Max speed: 16 kn Cruising speed: 14.5 kn Max guests accommodation: 10+2 Max crew accommodation: 15+2 Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: Mike Jones / Waterline, Giuliano Sargentini

IFDM | 141

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

My Dream, Ciarmoli Queda

The giga Dream The multidisciplinary studio Ciarmoli Queda has created the interior design of My Dream, a 106-metre super yacht that can accommodate up to 44 people

S

ix bridges spanning 106 meters in length, 23 guest cabins, a lobby of 400 square metres and up to 44 guests: these are the impressive numbers of the My Dream super yacht. For the realisation of the interior design the Ciarmoli Queda studio was chosen, founded in 2009 by Simone Ciarmoli and Miguel Queda. My Dream represents, however, a project of different scope and approach: “Free from every scheme – explain Ciarmoli and Queda – we analysed the spaces and began to imagine domestic 142 | IFDM

places with special attention to comfort. Only a few elements, often repeated, such as the boiserie of the walls, which in different environments change skin but the design remains faithful, or the ceiling, in fabric or glass. An expedient that creates uniformity, giving a precise sense of identity to each area of the yacht.”The planning of the interior design aimed at the nautical world has differences compared to traditional sectors such as contract or residential interior design: “In yachting, the boiserie must be completely removable

Construction: Yachtline 1618 Interior design: Ciarmoli Queda Studio Furnishings: Annibale Colombo, De Padova, Ferreira de Sà, Flexform, Effegibi, Limonta, Loro Piana, Marine Leather, Officina Ciani, Paola Lenti, Rosenthal, Rubelli, Tabu Overall length: 106,5 m Width: 13,10 m Bridges: 6 Author: Mark Bell Photo credits: Frederic Ducout

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

My Dream, Ciarmoli Queda

IFDM | 143

YACHT & CRUISE

144 | IFDM

YACHT

My Dream, Ciarmoli Queda

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

My Dream, Ciarmoli Queda

and capable of inspection, and a panel is made up of about 16 different elements. We believe this allows one to understand the incredible attention to detail of the work carried out and the great opportunity we have had in studying even the smallest details,” the duo explain, who also reveal to have drawn inspiration from French cabinet-makers and Italian master craftsmen. The project finds its maximum expression in the boiserie, where “the spaces follow each other, they widen and then close into small lounges, or are inserted in a continuum of places dedicated to guests such as the bar, the game room, the reading room or the main lounge, where it is possible to converse on large sofas.” The interiors of My Dream are characterised by five colours to enhance the different areas of the yacht: Jade, Azul, Cotedazur, Siena, Acqua.

Each shade carries with it a meaning and a celebration: “Jade refers to the coloured facets of the beautiful oriental stone. Azul and the magnificent blue of Portugal (country of origin of Miguel Queda). Cotedazur and the clear sea that merges with the Mediterranean Sea. Siena with the warm colours of the earth. Acqua as a tribute to the Sea.” IFDM | 145

YACHT & CRUISE

146 | IFDM

CRUISE TERMINAL

Montreal

YACHT & CRUISE

CRUISE TERMINAL

Montreal

The pier as connective resource in the diffused city The Grand Quay reinvents the port spaces of Montreal and rethinks city-water relations.

The project by Provencher_Roy incorporates the new pier in the delicate and relatively low skyline of the old city. Amidst innovative works of architecture and portions of nature extending along the Saint Lawrence River in a system of urban and social relations

P

ort areas play an essential role in the planning of coastal cities, which with the aim of reassessing the value of waterfronts and infrastructures have promoted projects of regeneration in recent years. One virtuous example of aesthetic and functional rehabilitation is the port of Montreal, on the Saint Lawrence River. The Grand Quay project, assigned to the architects of Provencher_Roy, revitalizes an old site as a mod-

ern cruise terminal, inserting the new pier into a pedestrian network built over the last few decades. The intention of creating a new identity and a new urban image is also reflected, in this case, in the enhancement of the social and ecological potential of a heterogeneous set of spaces that can be perceived – and can function – as an integrated landscape system, with inhabitable segments, comprehensible sequences and patterns of

IFDM | 147

YACHT & CRUISE

connection in the city-port relationship. To understand the context in which the designers have intervened, it is necessary to go back to the maritime tradition of the city, linked since the start of the 20th century to trade and then gradually shifted towards the tourism industry. In the 1960s this orientation took concrete form in the indication of the international terminal of Iberville for cruise ship passengers. Over time, however, this scenario revealed a series of critical shortcomings, leading to chaotic conditions of circulation: the growing traffic of cruise ship clients and automobiles, worsened by the conversion of the four enormous ‘historical’ hangars with two stories into parking facilities. In spite of major investments in maintenance – also relatively recently – the pier continued to display signs of decay and ‘operative obsolescence.’ Provencher_Roy has updated the pier to welcome cruise passengers with modern services, with a first impression worthy of the largest city in Québec. Access to the terminal has 148 | IFDM

CRUISE TERMINAL

been shifted from the upper level to ground level, permitting rationalization of models of vehicle traffic and the formation of pedestrian zones.

Tourists and pedestrians are now attracted by the Promenade d’Iberville, a green plaza created on the roof of the terminal, featuring a long wooden walkway with over 30,000 ornamental and aromatic plants. Five light wells punctuate the raised esplanade, filling the terminal below with natural light. At one of the extremities a large wooden staircase leads people into the Commencement Square, a park that slopes gently down towards the river. This vast green area located at the end of the Grand Quay is a place of peace and quiet, perfect for strolling with family and friends.

Though not yet completed, the tower with a height of almost 72 meters promises to be one of the most innovative features of the project, with a structure evoking the industrial heritage of the port, marking the presence of the Grand Quay, the city and the river.

Montreal

Owner: Port de Montréal Area: 38,000 m² Main Contractor: Pomerleau Architecture & Interior design: Provencher_Roy Landscape design: NIP Paysage Electromechanics: Pageau Morel et associés Structure: NCK Civil Engineering: WSP Group Maritime Infrastructure: WSP Group Author: Antonella Mazzola Photo credits: Stéphane Brügger, courtesy of Provencher_Roy/v2com

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

Design and ingenuity by Pininfarina Thanks to the new Super Flybridge layout – an engineering solution by Paolo Pininfarina and his team – the Princess X95 offers 10% more open space and 40% more internal space with respect to traditional motor yachts

150 | IFDM

X95, Princess

G

etting on board the new X95 by Princess Yachts, one has the impression of being on a maxi-vessel, in spite of the almost 30-meter overall size. This is the result of an engineering solution created by Pininfarina: “The distinctive element of the X95 is the Super Flybridge, a new layout that brings an increase of 10% of outdoor spaces and 40% for the interiors, with respect to a traditional motor yacht,” says Paolo Pininfarina, president of the group, which has collaborated for several years with the British producer Princess and the naval architecture firm Olesinski. “The center of the project is a unique concept of the flybridge and the internal space of the main deck, both covered for almost the entire length of the yacht, creating the

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

X95, Princess

Super Flybridge. Both the flybridge and the main deck extend for nearly the whole length of the yacht, offering ample, flexible spaces. The length of the main deck up to the bow creates an unprecedented space that extends for almost 18 meters (59 feet), flooded with light by full-height glazing on both sides.” The design redefines the areas and the architecture, offering an incomparable experience on the sea. “With its splendidly sculpted surfaces and long continuous lines, the X95 has a fuel capacity of 13,400 liters, so it is perfectly suited to adventurous journeys in faraway lands. The overall length is 29.1 m, with a width of 6.77 m.”

The spaces are worthy of a megayacht when one enters the saloon on the main deck, “permitting a view that ranges all the way to the window at the bow. Going up the internal staircase leading to the upper deck, one has another unique experience: a completely closed, climate-controlled sky lounge.

IFDM | 151

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

X95, Princess

The place of honor on the lower deck is for the owner’s cabin with a private bathroom, and the bow cabin with its own closet and bathroom.

Each of the other port and starboard cabins can be configured with two single beds or one double, while the ample crew quarters complete the large nighttime zone.” The interior design reflects what Princess Yachts defines as an ‘open concept’: “The X95 is the first model of the new X Class, and the challenge has been to set new standards of layout excellence, with large adaptable, dynamic zones, offering yachtsmen and their guests a flexible lifestyle on board.” Among the coveted details: “A small sofa has been placed at the bow, connected to the mooring zone and protected from prying eyes and wind, with a complete view of the interior through the window at the bow, and of the seat through the space between the gunwale and the superstructure.” The warm, pale tones “make the spaces seem even larger. The internal furnishings also have the fluid forms seen on the outside, generating a strong inside-outside connection.

For the décor of the sundeck, there are pieces by Paola Lenti, Kettle and Tribù, while all the fixed furnishings have been custom made for this boat.”

152 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

YACHT

X95, Princess

Owner: Princess Yachts Architecture: Bernard Olensinski Design: Pininfarina Furnishings: Kettal, Paola Lenti, TribĂš Length: overall95ft 6in (29.1m) Displacement approx. (half load): 104 tonnes* Engines: Twin MAN V12-1900 (2x1900mhp) Author: Francesca Gugliotta Photo credits: courtesy of Pininfarina

IFDM | 153

WONDER. DUBAI | OPUS | ZAHA HADID ARCHITECTS The cube’s double-glazed insulating façades incorporate a mirrored frit patterning to emphasize the clarity of the building’s orthogonal form, while at the same time, dissolving its volume through

154 | IFDM

© Laurian Ghinitoiu

the continuous play of light varying between ever-changing reflections and transparency. During the day, the cube’s façade reflects the sky, the sun and the surrounding city.

IFDM | 155

WONDER. WB14 LIMOUSINE TENDER | WOODEN BOATS | GIORGIO CASSETTA Inspired by traditional Venetian taxi boats, the sleek, low-slung exteriors, with its forward helm station and aft guest cockpit, is custom-built with advanced composites for good looks and high performance.

156 | IFDM

WONDER. QINHUANGDAO, BOHAI BAY, CHINA | UCCA DUNE ART MUSEUM | OPEN ARCHITECTURE

© Wu Qingshan

The decision to ‘dig’ the museum underneath the dunes was born out of the architects’ desire to protect the dune ecosystem. A series of cell-like spaces house galleries, a community room, a café, and a roof terrace.

158 | IFDM

NEW CLASSIC INTERIORS

FACTORY via Milano 39 SHOWROOM via Turati 4 22060 - CABIATE (CO) - ITALY ph. +39 031 7692811 www.angelocappellini.com

Interior LA BELLE VIE

YACHT & CRUISE

160 | IFDM

LIFE AT SEA

Deniz Yilmazer

YACHT & CRUISE

LIFE AT SEA

Deniz Yilmazer

DENIZ YILMAZER

Four seasons of Sunrise The Turkish captain talks about his adventures at sea and introduces the new yacht by Yildiz Shipyard

“I

’ve been working on M/Y Sunrise Motoryacht from construction till today”, says the Turkish captain Deniz Yilmazer, talking about the new 43-metre M/Y Sunrise delivered by the Yildiz Shipyard in Istanbul, with exterior by Ginton Naval Architects and a custom interior by Hot Lab. “There is a saying that there are no good sailors, there are only experienced ones. This is my philosophy as a captain. I had so many rough weathers, sudden route changes and unexpected mechanical failures, working four seasons on the boat. Of course, all those responsibilities are not a reason not to have fun in this job. Balance is the key for me”. author: Francesca Gugliotta portrait photo: courtesy of Deniz Yilmazer project photo: Kerem Sanliman

IFDM | 161

YACHT & CRUISE

You are an experienced captain at sea.

I’ve been working in the yacht industry since many years. Before M/Y Sunrise, I had the most important work experience at Caressa K yacht where I’ve been involved in the project starting from the building of the boat till becoming the captain of it, I’ve been working there for 12 years from 2003. The owner of the Caressa K loved the boat life so much, including sailing and diving. One of the most memorable experience that I have is sailing around a volcanic island all night long, the vessel was entirely made out of wood, and of course, we were on duty with high attention.

Which relationship do you build with shipowners and designers?

Captains of superyachts are having a very intimate relationship with the owners, you are becoming responsible for one their biggest investment and become a part of their private life too. I believe trust is the key in the relationship, having open communication is always important. I’ve been involved 162 | IFDM

LIFE AT SEA

Deniz Yilmazer

YACHT & CRUISE

LIFE AT SEA

in the construction of two superyachts: compare to commercial yachts, private yachts are built to meet the specific needs of the owner and made up to his taste. Not only me as a captain, but the whole team needs to share their own experiences and needs with the designers. To deliver owner’s needs with increasing boat’s operational capability is a complex process, there are so many unknowns at the beginning of the project, and to overcome it, you need to proceed step by step. I feel very lucky to work with Hot Lab designer team who are very experienced and professional.

Shipyard: Yildiz Shipyard Exterior lines: Ginton Naval Architects Interior design: Hot Lab Furnishings: on design by Hot Lab; Dornbracht, Giorgetti, Glyn Peter Machin, Minotti Overall length: 43.06m Gross tonnage: 419 Hull: Steel Superstructure: Aluminium Number of guests: 12 Number of crew: 9 Cruising speed: 13.5 kn Top speed: 15.5 kn Engines: 2xMTU 8V 2000 M7

Could you tell us more about M/Y Sunrise project?

Sunrise has a very classical and luxurious interior with high-end finishing. While we were designing Sunrise along with Hot Lab design studio, we wanted to get the benefit of the daylight as much as possible, with big side windows all over the haul.

We focused on plenty of large living areas, we used wood, leather and marble in the interior, working with Ulutas, one of the best marine furniture company in the Turkish yacht industry. Sunrise is a great and trustworthy vessel in every weather condition and super stingy regarding fuel consumption: it consumes 43l with a cruising speed of 9.7, an outstanding parameters for the industry.

Deniz Yilmazer

The Tuskish owner has already 23, 26 and 34-meter yachts. What were the owner’s requests for this 43 meters?

He has two dominant hobbies: diving and fishing, and he is very disciplined. We have a room just dedicated for those hobbies in the lazarette and beach club area. He located the owner’s cabin in the upper deck and created his own private space on the boat. I’ve been introduced to the owner by a common friend in 2017 when the project had just been started. I feel super lucky to be a part of this project and to work with him, he trusted me and gave me so much responsibility, he is always so kind to me and to the team, and I’ve learnt so many valuable things from him.

What kind of life at sea do the owners love?

His biggest enjoyments are diving, fishing and swimming, he is super chill and he prefers to be away from crowded bays. Thanks to our zero speed system, we are able to dock the boat where only few boats can spend the night. As Covid made it so difficult to go abroad for us, we mainly choose diving spots and stay close to our main marina in Göcekwe, and we are planning to sail all over the Mediterranean next summer. The owner loves to spend his time on the sundeck a lot: we normally serve lunch and dinner there. There is an amazing atmosphere on the top of Sunrise and I think he appreciates it so much.

IFDM | 163

Short stories

IFDM | 165

YACHT & CRUISE

SHORT STORIES

OASIS 40M | BENETTI YACHTS

The Oasis 40M is Benetti’s new lifestyle concept that amplifies contact with the water and the authenticity of life lived on board in a dynamic and informal style that is also chic and refined. The shipyard speaks to Owners who wants to spend quality time on board and who loves traveling and exploring new destinations, under the banner of an informal luxury that favours continuous contact with nature. The exterior lines are by British firm RWD. The refined interiors are by the New York-based Bonetti/Kozerski Architecture, which is making its debut in the yachting world and has brought in new idea derived from land based architecture. The bridge is designed as a multifunctional space with full-height glazing and a futuristic helm station where the captain, owner and guests can enjoy the cruise and decide which course to plot from a new observation perspective.

166 | IFDM

SHORT STORIES

YACHT & CRUISE

M/Y DRAGON | COLUMBUS YACHTS

Francesco Guida adds his name to the interior of M/Y Dragon, an 80-metre superyacht that features optimal space relationships, both inside and on deck, and a decidedly sleek profile.

The freestanding collections of Tribù, the Belgian company with its myriad referrals in the yachting world, are perfectly located in this habitat. Guida has opted for Tribù for the outdoor areas, as the design of the choice collections nestles in perfect harmony into the Dragon’s interiors. “The interior is inspired by the Provençal style, which has been reformulated using a modern interpretation. For example, the hand woven Tricord that forms the backs of the Mood armchairs, daybeds and armchairs exquisitely matches the natural atmosphere I had in mind,” says Francesco Guida. Vis à Vis loungers, pouffes and tables from the Ile collection complement the set.

IFDM | 167

YACHT & CRUISE

SHORT STORIES

CUSTOM LINE NAVETTA 30 | FILIPPO SALVETTI – ANTONIO CITTERIO PATRICIA VIEL

With a length of 28.43 m (93 ft) and a beam of 7.3 m (24 ft), the yacht is the outcome of the partnership between the Ferretti Group’s Strategic Product Committee, headed by engineer Piero Ferrari, and its Engineering Department. The Navetta 30 is also the first Custom Line vessel to boast a combination of exterior design by architect Filippo Salvetti and interior design by architecture firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel. The classic, perfectly poised profile of the yacht places the emphasis on the way the lines stretch out horizontally, highlighting this aspect of the design so that the vertical connections between the decks almost go unnoticed. In addition, for the first time the drop from the superstructure on the upper deck has been shortened near the glazed window of the Owner’s cabin, giving the yacht a more streamlined shape that is even racier and sportier.

And that is not all: one of the most striking aspects of the new yacht is a gap between the hull and the superstructure, which has been created by raising the joints with the upper deck to form two clearly separate parts.

168 | IFDM

YACHT & CRUISE

SHORT STORIES

SX112 | SANLORENZO

The large hard-top of the luxurious giant SX112 yacht by Sanlorenzo, designed by Zuccon International Project and Piero Lissoni and presented at the latest Genoa Boat Show, is by Opac. The 34-meter vessel has a beach area of 90 sqm and a gym zone connected to the outside by large windows, and above all by the impressive Opac hard-top: 4 meters long by 3 meters wide, it is composed of 15 rotating aluminium blades that regulate the desired quantity of light and sky. A system of channels perfectly protects the interior from water and air. The Opac hard-top also comes in a glass version, where the blades – even when closed – allow natural light to enter.

IFDM | 169

YACHT & CRUISE

SHORT STORIES

NAVETTA 30 | CUSTOM LINE

Designed by the team of Ferretti Group and Luca Bombassei, Navetta 30 is the flagship of Custom Line, the shipyard belonging to Ferretti Group.

Navetta 30 is a yacht whose interior design is based on the residential world; in the project by Luca Bombassei the internal spaces are large and luminous, and the indoor-outdoor connection is extremely fluid. The furnishings are by Minotti: the upper deck and its panoramic saloon feature Rivera seats, accompanied by the Florida seating and the Bellagio table, pieces from the Lawrence collection and Lawrence Clan, the Jacob and Leger tables, and the Russell armchairs. The owner’s suite is enhanced by two Creed “Small” swivel armchairs and the Cesar table. The living area welcomes the Freeman seating system, while the dining room has Owens chairs. The panoramic terrace “lights up” thanks to the Alison Iroko sofa in its outdoor version.

Photo © courtesy of Custom Line

170 | IFDM

SHORT STORIES

YACHT & CRUISE

PARAGGI, ITALY | LANGOSTERIA

It took Medea and Langosteria twoheads and many hands to create the new furniture for the restaurant in Paraggi, whose beach is listed among the 15 most beautiful beaches in Italy. Medea’s style and its custommade production capacity convinced the owners of Langosteria that this was the right way to go. The design of the project stemmed from the full and close collaboration between the company and the restaurateur and the result is a set with a somewhat retro nautical style, with refined details that raise the level of the place, where the fluidity between indoor and outdoor spaces creates a relaxed, refined and elegant environment.

Teak floor, clap-boards on the walls and porthole mirrors represent the maritime references for this project fully conceived by Medea; the Langosteria orange puts its signature on this place overlooking the sea.

IFDM | 171

YACHT & CRUISE

48 T-LINE SILVER FOX | BAGLIETTO

The 48m T-Line Silver Fox, with interiors and sleek exteriors designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design, cruises at 12 knots and reaches a top speed of 16.0 kn. She can sleep up to 12 guests taken care of by a crew of 9. The yacht fits a side-loading tender garage, leaving the transom free for a proper beach club area, complete with gym and hammam. Talenti collections furnish the luxurious 140 m2 sundeck, hosting dining and sunbathing areas and an infinity pool, and the large beach club.

Among the collections selected for this floating paradise, are Casilda by Ramòn Esteve, Cleo Alu, Eden and Milo by Marco Acerbis, confirming that design cannot be trapped by rigid walls.

172 | IFDM

SHORT STORIES

SHORT STORIES

YACHT & CRUISE

M/Y DRAGON | COLUMBUS YACHTS

Eighty metre long and just under 13 metre wide, this yacht stretches out over the sea with a slender and spectacular silhouette. This is Dragon by Columbus Yachts, designed by Hydro Tec, that took care of both the exteriors and the naval architecture, with interiors by Francesco Guida. The indoor living area with bar, the 110 sq. metre master cabin, characterized by large windows with a 180-degree view towards the private deck are just some of the exclusive details of this boat. On the upper level, there is a wellness area complete with beauty salon and massage area. On the lower deck there is the beach club, whereas on the main deck, in the indoor living area, the centrepiece is the Gordon table by Roberto Lazzeroni for Giorgetti; for this space, a special extra-large table was chosen to furnish and customize the spacious dining area.

IFDM | 173

YACHT & CRUISE

POLIGNANO A MARE, ITALY HOTEL SAN MICHELE SUITE

Lights and shadows play in this open-air lounge created by Pratic for this refined and exclusive boutique hotel. The Brera P bioclimatic pergola by Pratic, with its open air covering system, proved to be the perfect solution to allow guests to take advantage of the magical location of the terrace overlooking the natural fjords of Lama Monachile at all hours.

Aesthetics and performance for the 37 square metres of pergola extension: architectural impact reduced to a minimum, adjustable aluminium blades that allow correct air circulation even during the hottest hours of the day. In case of rain, the Brera P cover closes hermetically and the system allows the water to flow quickly. The white satin vertical curtains filter the light, protect against the sunlight and at the same time give an allure of elegance and refinement.

174 | IFDM

SHORT STORIES

YACHT & CRUISE

SHORT STORIES

SIMRAD COMMAND

From the automotive to the nautical world, the expertise amassed in the motoring world has enabled Navico to create Simrad Command, a control system for yachts and ships that provides an even greater degree of peace of mind for captains and shipowners when out on the waters. From checks regarding all aspects of sailing to the large number of pieces of equipment fitted on board, from air conditioning to the electrical system, and from tank to engine fuel levels. It includes an intuitive interface and integrates seamlessly into boat system at all levels owing to its value-added, modular nature – from small boats to superyachts, Simrad provides a uniform, implementable scaling system.

Another powerful aspect is Simrad’s ability not only to receive information, but also to process it intelligently. In addition to alerts regarding any possible issues, it can, for example, create a checklist of procedures to be carried out before sailing begins.

IFDM | 175

YACHT & CRUISE

LADY LENA 52STEEL | SANLORENZO

The sun never sets on classic styles and this is true even in the nautical sector as it continues to leave its mark of quality. Angelo Cappellini adds his name to this Louis XV style release of the 52Steel by Sanlorenzo and Officina Italiana Design, and is simply a brilliant creation that bucks the trend. Angelo Cappellini’s experience and crafting skills play an important role in the Made in Italy history and, for this yacht, the company has reiterated its taste and wisdom in using the right balance of materials, from woods to fabrics, and colours to shapes. The open space in the living area is an encapsulation of sophistication, with the furniture and wood panelling illuminating the environment as far as the dining area, where the mise en place stands out for its taste and measure in its adornment. The shipowner’s room reflects the stylistic footsteps of the rest of the set, but the balance in the distribution of the furnishings gives a sense of space that is the result of careful planning.

176 | IFDM

SHORT STORIES

SHORT STORIES

YACHT & CRUISE

SEVEN SEAS SPLENDOR REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES

There are over 100 Preciosa lighting spots on this new, luxurious Regent cruise ship. In collaboration with Tillberg Design of Sweden, Studio Dado and the We Are Light experts, Preciosa has created unique, inimitable custom-made lighting fixtures. These include a large, compass-shaped chandelier created using blown glass containing 870 illuminated hands located in the dining room with 8 other chandeliers, 160 crystal spheres in the Casino, and a two-metre high, shimmering chandelier that illuminates the Garden Restaurant.

The Regent Suite, a splendid addition of over 400 square metres in area, witnesses Preciosa’s lighting fixtures with the installation of the ship’s TV area where handblown, square crystals are adorned with pixie dust.

IFDM | 177

YACHT & CRUISE

SHORT STORIES

CRANCHI SETTANTOTTO | CRANCHI YACHTS

Fluid lines, dynamic spaces, refined interiors with exclusive sartorial details. This is Cranchi Settantotto, the new yacht by Cranchi Yachts, the historic Italian brand founded by Giovanni Cranchi in 1870. The art direction was entrusted to Christian Grande, the designer from Parma, who worked in close collaboration with the Cranchi Research Centre. The spaces are warm, welcoming, generous, flooded with natural light, characterized by a classic contemporary style. The interiors and exteriors are customized with Flexform furnishings: for the lounge, the architect has chosen the corner configuration of the Adda seating system combined with the Fly tables, both by Antonio Citterio.

Around the table, there are the Feel Good armchairs, also by Antonio Citterio, made of fine leather in the lively orange nuance. Astern, an en plein air lounge has been created: the Alison Outdoor armchairs by Carlo Colombo are the undisputed protagonists here, along with the Fly Outdoor tables.

178 | IFDM

SHORT STORIES

YACHT & CRUISE

AZIMUT S6 | AZIMUT YACHTS

Sea and materials, a marriage that is not always simple or even permissible. Research carried out over many years by Lapitec has provided the world of nautical design and shipowners with a material created using a technology protected by as many as 25 patents and which finds its top spot in the galley mounted on the main deck of the Azimut S6. The interior of the yacht is by Francesco Guida, who has exalted the marriage between space and function, and between warm colours and indirect lighting. Even the galley proceeds in a similar vein, with the doors in light wood and visible grain. The dark brown in Terra Moca shade and Vesuvio finish was chosen for the Lapitec top. Lapitec’s sintered stone is a mixture of 100% natural materials that are fired at high temperatures to create a “full body” effect – No resins, no inks, and no oil derivatives are used and the performance that is achieved is unrivalled. The lack of porosity ensures high levels of hygiene and ease of cleaning. Lapitec guarantees sintered stone in brackish environments and those that include temperature fluctuations, UV rays, and liquids.

IFDM | 179

YACHT & CRUISE

SHORT STORIES

100 FEET MRS SEVEN | SOUTHERN WIND SHIPYARD

Fir Italia is a company with the world of design in its blood and, in addition to its myriad referrals in the hospitality sector, the nautical world also plays a leading role. Following My Lady Rose by Ferretti Group, what we have here is a stylistic footprint with pieces from the Playone 85 Feng Shui collection, in a Chrome version, which is assembled on the 100 Feet Mrs superyacht sailboat. Seven is created by the South African shipyard Southern Wind and designed by Farr Yacht Design and Nauta Design. The search by the designers and the shipowner for items with a minimalist flavour and square shapes led to the choice of the Playone 85 Feng Shui collection, harmoniously embedded with the dark wood and marble used for the bathrooms.

180 | IFDM

SHORT STORIES

YACHT & CRUISE

PORTOFINO, ITALY | MONDO TERRAQUEO

Art, arm in arm with a floating platform – this is certainly not the first time Ingemar has dipped his toe into the waters that includes displays tethered to the world of art. The Venice Biennale witnessed the staging of a number of floating stands created by Ingemar himself, and the floating bridges welcomed the “Building Bridges” installation that guided visitors to the Arsenale. Ingemar has also created floating bridges in Portofino for the artistic Mondo Terraqueo event, a pedestrian crossing that will take visitors to the centre of the bay to appreciate the large illuminated ball by Venetian master, Marco Nereo Rotelli.

IFDM | 181

Business Concierge An innovative service for architecture studios, interior designers, general contractors, designers, buyers, developers and companies.

Thanks to our experience and competence in the Projects & Hospitality interiors sector, our global contacts and our presence on the ground in strategic markets, is able to offer a Business Concierge service targeted at professionals wishing to become part of the network and gain access to business opportunities.

We can provide services including target market identification, consultancy, meeting organisation and B2B presentations, with the aim of instilling mutually beneficial relationships capable of satisfying business objectives. concierge@ifdm.it | ph. +39 0362 551455

Next

IFDM | 183

YACHT & CRUISE

NEXT TECNOMAR FOR LAMBORGHINI 63 | THE ITALIAN SEA GROUP AND AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI

The nautical world meets the world of supercars: the Italian Sea Group and Automobili Lamborghini announce a partnership for the design and construction of Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63, the new motor yacht of the Tecnomar fleet. A daring creation – the first unit will be ready in 2021 – that promises to offer performance, driving pleasure, style and quality. The project is based on the Lamborghini Siàn FKP 37, the hybrid super sports car that takes its name from Siàn, meaning ‘lightning bolt’ in the dialect of Bologna, to underscore its speed of over 350 km/h. Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 can reach a velocity of 60 knots and will be the fastest boat in the Tecnomar fleet, created for collectors and people who love living on the sea. “I am certain it will become a futuristic icon, like the car on which it is based,” says Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group. “Selected yachtsmen around the world will possess not only the fastest Tecnomar motor yacht, but also a unique Tecnomar for Lamborghini.”

184 | IFDM

NEXT

YACHT & CRUISE

CERVIA, ITALY | DARSENA DEL SALE | ARCHLABO

The Magazzino del Sale in Cervia bears witness to the industrial archaeology of the early 1700s, reinterpreted in the 1980s by the architect Giancarlo De Carlo in a project of recovery and transformation of the Magazzino as a naval museum connected to the nearby Darsena (dockyard). The project was never completed, but work on it resumed in 2017 thanks to public investments on the part of the City of Cervia, the Emilia Romagna Region and the European Union, and the sizeable contribution of Leopold Cavalli, an entrepreneur with close ties to the territory, who has made a commitment, personally and through his companies (Visionnaire, Nuage and Fonoprint), to regenerate this site, starting from December 2021.

The project, assigned to the architect Fabrizio Fontana of Archlabo, calls for the revitalization of an outdoor area of over 30,000 m2, composed of Piazza dei Salinari, the segment of the canal between Ponte Mobile and Ponte di Via Cavour, the Darsena with its green perimeter, and the building of the former Magazzino del Sale, with 4000 m2 of internal space.

IFDM | 185

YACHT & CRUISE

NEXT

BLACKCAT 30 | BLACKCAT SUPERYACHTS | M2ATELIER

A compact volume, without sacrificing high performance, elegant lines or luxurious details: it’s BlackCat 30, the cruising catamaran with a length of 30 meters by BlackCat Superyachts. The interior design is by Marijana Radovic and Marco Bonelli of m2atelier, who explain: “We wanted to have the atmosphere of a loft, with open, interacting areas, lots of glass for light and enjoyment of the outdoor spaces. The result is a cozy, refined, sophisticated but essential setting. We have worked in tune with the lines of the hull and the performance requirements. Everything has been custom designed and every detail maximizes the use of every centimeter. We have used superlight or lightened materials, in curved, ergonomic and essential forms. Materials, finishes and technologies of the latest generation provide performance, strength and lightness, while conveying a sense of natural simplicity”.

186 | IFDM

NEXT

YACHT & CRUISE

NEW YORK | LITTLE ISLAND | HEATHERWICK STUDIO, MNLA, ARUP, STANDARD ARCHITECTS

In 2013, Barry Diller, of The Diller – von Furstenberg Family Foundation (DVFFF), in partnership with Hudson River Park Trust leadership, embarked on the opportunity to envision a solution for the repair and reactivation of Pier 54, damaged by Hurricane Sandy. Born from a collaboration of the UK-based Heatherwick Studio and the New York-based landscape architecture firm MNLA, led by Signe Nielsen, the park’s imaginative design will offer all New Yorkers and visitors a new public space, completed by Spring 2021, that is whimsical, captivating, and restorative. Heatherwick Studio explored the idea of designing a new pier that could draw from the remaining wooden piles from Pier 54, while MNLA’s landscape design was conceived as a leaf floating on water. Arup developed the geometries for the park’s pot structures using 3D parametric scripts, generating digital models. Little Island’s supporting structure is made up of concrete piles rising up from the Hudson River, emerging from in between the leftover wood piles of Pier 54 and Pier 56, which were largely preserved to maintain habitats for aquatic life.

All images © Heatherwick Studio

IFDM | 187

YACHT & CRUISE

NEXT

BGX60 | BLUEGAME

The shipyard, and Luca Santella, the man behind the idea for these revolutionary boats, have relied on both the experience of Zuccon International Project and the naval architect Lou Codega, for the design of the waterline, to create a hull that provides excellent seagoing performance. The BGX60 has required greater effort on the part of the design team, with the objective of conserving all the advantages of the innovative concept of the BGX line in a yacht of smaller size (LOA 19,02 m): starting with the desire to emphasize on-board livability and privacy for the yachtsman and guests, in an unprecedented layout that connects the outdoor and indoor areas in such a fluid way. Furthermore, the hull offers high performance: comfortable, safe navigation in all weather conditions, surprising maneuverability, and livability levels usually associated with a higher category. Ecology has been an important driver for design decisions in tune with the Bluegame HTS Lab (High Technology and Sustainability) guidelines: the use of the most efficient propulsion systems to reduce fuel consumption and emissions, control of weight, an infusion process for the lamination of certain parts using 80% recycled and recyclable molds, and special thermal insulation of the glazing.

188 | IFDM

NEXT

YACHT & CRUISE

LA SPEZIA, ITALY | NEW TERMINAL COSTA CRUISES, MSC CRUISES, ROYAL CARRIBEAN INTERNATIONAL | ATELIER (S) ALFONSO FEMIA

“A landscape within the landscape between the port and the city�. This is how the architect Alfonso Femia describes the new terminal in La Spezia, which will be completed in 2023. The project is the result of the first public-private partnership between local authorities and Costa Cruises, MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean International and consists of three connected volumes with different identities and functions: the cruise terminal, the pergola, intended as a suspended square above the sea and a linking element, and the multifunctional building for leisure and retail, where a horizontal layering of transparent, sometimes porous surfaces, will capture and reflect the natural light. The new terminal, as the designer points out, aims to meet the accessibility, safety and landscape balance requirements, in a close dialogue with the city, and at the same time wants to anticipate or be part of the broader design that will constitute the reclamation of the Calata Paita by the municipality of La Spezia.

IFDM | 189

YACHT & CRUISE

THE RITZ-CARLTON YACHT COLLECTION TILLBERG DESIGN OF SWEDEN

The interior design of the inaugural yacht was imagined by Tillberg Design of Sweden in collaboration with The RitzCarlton. “A yacht evokes the feeling of freedom and the ability to go where you want in the world at your own pace.

The inaugural yacht of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is designed to reflect this emotion by making guests feel as though they are onboard their own private yacht,” said Fredrik Johansson, Owner and Executive Project Director of Tillberg Design of Sweden. “In addition to a casually elegant atmosphere in the suites, dining venues and open areas to relax, there will be plenty of little escapes and private corners of the yacht, really giving guests the ability to define their experience.” The specially designed yacht measures 190-meters and can accommodate up to 298 passengers.

The design of the yacht’s 149 suites is an integral aspect of what sets the vessel apart. In addition to offering a high percentage of large suites, the yacht will also feature several innovative loft suites, a unique two-story accommodation that is ideal for in-suite entertaining. All suites will feature a private terrace, floor to ceiling windows and great ceiling heights, resulting in some of the most airy and expansive guestrooms in the luxury cruise category. Reservations are now open for 2021.

190 | IFDM

NEXT

NEXT

YACHT & CRUISE

M/Y 48 M T-LINE CONCEPT | VISIONNAIRE FOR BAGLIETTO

From prestigious homes on land to luxury boats: Visionnaire presents the interior concept for Baglietto. “In our recent experience in the nautical field - comments Eleonore Cavalli, Art Director of Visionnaire - we have seen the increasingly common request by the client to transpose the interiors of the house to yachts. The desire to live everyday life both on board and at home with the same comforts and the same well-being is certainly the aspect that brought these two worlds together. This is the driving force behind the interior design of the 48 m T-line Motor Yacht of the Baglietto shipyard�.

The project, curated by the style office of Visionnaire, includes the configuration of the indoor & outdoor spaces, the interior design, the furnishings and the finishes. There are many unique details, such as the Emotion head-board, redesigned with a tailor-made customization for the master cabin, and an evocative home theatre that is fully open toward the external landscape.

IFDM | 191

YACHT & CRUISE

BUSINESS AT SEA

ITALIAN NAUTICAL INDUSTRY

Overview

Covid-19 slows growth down, but the sector does not lose course 2020 was supposed to be a record-breaking year for the nautical industry and the world of cruises, after the positive trend of recent years. However, despite the health emergency, companies have not lost faith in the future and there is no shortage of investments in new ships

64,4% | Shipbuilding 27% | Accessories 8,6% | Engines

FORECASTS 2020

-40% | Cruises -29% | Yachts & Sailboats +9,6% | Electric boats +19,6% | Hybrid boats

WORLD NAUTICAL FLEET

70,90% | Motorized 15,8% | Inboard & sterndrive 11,1% | Sailboats 2,2% | Pneumatic units 192 | IFDM

T

he Italian nautical industry has grown uninterruptedly over the past five years. 2019 continued the trend, with a 12% increase and a turnover of 4.78 billion euros, almost double the critical figure of 2014. 64.4% of the turnover is linked to shipbuilding, 27% to accessories, and 8.6% to engines. Italian pleasure boats are an international excellence, as well as one of the ten Made-in-Italy products whose exports have grown the most in the last 20 years. In 2019, Italy, leader in yachts over 24 meters, was the second exporting country, for a value of 2.6 billion dollars, and the first for trade balance, equal to over 2.2 billion. The US is the main market for pleasure boats built in Italy, worth 386 million dollars (source: Fondazione Edison based on Istat and ITC-UN Comtrade data). For 2020, the estimates of Confindustria Nautica have hypothesized a decline of at least 13%. However, a survey shows widespread confidence for 2021: 8 out of 10 companies expect substantial stability or growth. The world nautical fleet, according to the 2018 census, amounts to over 32 million units. In Europe it is mainly concentrated in Norway and Sweden, with over 700,000 units each, followed by Italy, with 576,755 boats. In the rest of the world the United States stands out, with a fleet of over 16 million units, followed by Canada, with 8 million and 600 thousand. Still on a global scale, 70.90% of the fleet is motorized, of which 50% is made up of outboard and rigid units, 15.8% of inboard and sterndrive units, 2.2% of pneumatic units. Sailboats are 11.1%. The international market for pleasure boats in 2019 exceeded the value of 43 billion dollars, according to data from Global Market Insights, which predicts an average annual growth of over 5% until 2026. For 2020, however, Interconnection Consulting expects a 25% decline in international sales of pleasure boats. The decline mainly concerns Europe and the United States, much less China and Southeast Asia, which however represent less than 10% of the sector. Yachts and sailboats will suffer the most (-29%), while hybrid (+ 19.6%) and electric (+ 9.6%) boats will grow even faster. Overall, the boating and shipbuilding industries have withstood the coronavirus tsunami. Cruises are worrying, with ships stopped in ports and negative forecasts (-40%) for the summers of 2021 and 2022. The damage for 2020, a year that was supposed to be record-breaking, is still difficult to calculate. However, there is no shortage of investments in new cruise ships. 18 will be inaugurated by 2020, 76 within a few years, according to an analysis by Cassa Depositi e Prestiti. A sign that the cruise-related supply chain, which generated a worldwide turnover of around 150 billion euros in 2019, can absorb sudden crises.

EUR 35.00 | USD 45.00 | contract.ifdm.design

NEXT ISSUE: Collectable Book 2021

Collectable Book 2021

CHRONOMAT BR20690_Cinema Casual Squad Chronomat Hero_205x240_Wonder Book Yacht Cruise_205x240_R117.indd 1

24/11/2020 08:03