Seagoing innovation

On board the 55-metre Codecasa M/Y Framura even the helm station is custom-built, reflecting every detail of the owner’s specifications The high quality standards of the Codecasa 55 M/Y Framura, a four-deck displacement yacht powered by two Caterpillar engines generating a top speed of 17 knots, are widely recognised. With rigorous, essential external lines backed by the Viareggio yard’s two centuries of consummate skill and expertise, the technical design was handled entirely by Cantieri Navali Codecasa’s in-house team.

On the M/Y Framura the yard’s deeply-rooted philosophy of producing tailor-made luxury yachts has even been extended to the helm station, which boasts the presence of Team Italia’s innovative i-Bridge® system with electronic solutions for integrated navigation, designed in collaboration with the yard. An unusual piece of equipment, the i-Bridge® is a modern interpretation of the observation point at the helm of historical vessels in the form of a central walkaround island with extensions on either side behind the windows, providing total control in all operational scenarios. The technology integrates many on-board systems for greater ease of use, faster reaction times and greater safety. A Remote Diagnostic System enables service division technicians to intervene remotely, making drastic cuts in the time taken to solve any issues. The spaces for owners and guests, designed by the architect Margherita Gozzi in collaboration with the yard’s style office, are also entirely personalised. Comfy and light-filled thanks to the natural light entering through the extensive windows on all decks, the interiors embody a harmonious equilibrium between decisive lines and elegant volumes. All restrained and in excellent taste, as per the

owner’s wishes. Accommodation comprises an owner’s suite, VIP cabin, two double guest cabins and two twins on the lower deck. The crew quarters include a Captain’s cabin on the helm deck, in direct contact with the wheelhouse, and six twobed cabins. Various shades of white dominate in the elegant decor. Matterhorn White recurs in the exteriors, alongside metallic grey ceilings and bulwarks. The interiors feature matt lacquer on the walls, sofas and chairs in the relaxation area, light leather on the ceilings and bedheads, cold white Lasa marble in the bathrooms and Atollo by OLuce table lamps strategically positioned in the spaces. This cool, diffuse light is interrupted by bursts of colour – the patterned fabric upholstery of the revolving armchairs by Minotti, for example, or the blue shades chosen for the fabrics by M. Canovas, N. Campbell, Romo and GP & J Becker. The natural finish teak parquet flooring creates warm, welcoming environments, especially in the three halls (lower deck, main deck and helm deck), where it is laid in a herringbone pattern to create an antique look. A comfortable lift serves all decks, from guest accommodation to the sun deck, and a large semi-circular staircase connects three decks. It has a striking architectural

Shipyard: Cantieri Navali Codecasa Exterior design: Cantieri Navali Codecasa Interior design: Margherita Gozzi with Cantieri Navali Codecasa Bridge: Team Italia Furniture: custom made; Cattelan, Manutti, Minotti, Technogym Lighting: FontanaArte, Foscarini, Oluce, Porta Romana Kitchen: Gaggenau, Miele, New Form Bathrooms: Zucchetti Wallpaper, fabrics, rugs: custom made by Paola Stabile, M. Canovas, N. Campbell, Romo, GP & J. Becker, Pierre Frey, Eco Contract, Lusotufo Rugs & Carpets for life LOA: 55 m Max beam: 10.20 m Hull: high-tensile AH36 steel Aluminium 5083 H111/H321 Engines: 2 Caterpillar 3512C (1765 kW / 2365 hp @ 1800 rpm) Max speed at light displacement: 17 knots Range: 5,000 miles at 12 knots Accommodation: 1 owner’s suite, 1 VIP cabin, 4 guest cabins Crew quarters: 1 Captain’s cabin, 6 twin cabins

Author: Manuela Di Mari Photo credits: 3dSign Studio

presence, with walls clad in Pierre Frey fabrics in a restrained shade, teak stairs, snow-coloured carpet and bronzed brass handrail. The galley features a generous central island with Gaggenau cooking surfaces, Miele appliances, professionalstandard equipment and ample shelving. A grey, bush-hammered Laminam surface provides an excellent work surface. Accessed through two sliding glass doors, the sun deck gym is equipped with Technogym machines.