“I have been obsessed by this project during all those years and it is the opportunity of my life to design a boat like this.”
Joseph
Dirand – Yacht Designer
Artificial intelligence (AI) is now a growing presence in megayacht design and construction, too, and could mark the arrival of a new era. This promising technology is reinventing the parameters of design, providing innovative, personalised solutions that offer unprecedented levels of bespoke luxury and comfort for high-end users.
Parametric design, for example, makes it possible to explore complex, innovative architectural shapes that would otherwise be impossible to create, offering unparallelled design freedom and the ability to develop an interior design that adapts itself to client preferences. For example, AI could model the layout of the interior spaces based on various parameters like natural light at different times of day, optimising spaces for movement or adapting to various events or functions like formal dinners or daytime relaxation.
Generative design is another part of the picture – this methodology uses intelligent algorithms to identify the best possible design solution, taking variables like space, performance and costs into account. A variety of interior layouts could be generated, enabling clients to include specific requirements like the number of bedrooms, the desire for workspaces or preferences for open spaces. AI could analyse these inputs, together with parameters like the yacht’s dimensions, and generate a range of optimal configurations the client can choose from.
The virtual and augmented reality simulations made possible by AI provide an unprecedented immersion in the design before it takes physical shape, enabling clients to experience and explore the space according to their preferences, taking personalisation to new levels. Clients can then take a virtual tour of the various design proposals, trying out furnishing options and decorative styles by interacting with them before making their final choice.
The adoption of artificial intelligence in megayacht design and construction could be not just a trend, it may bring about a revolution bringing results that once would have been regarded as pure fantasy. As the industry advances the synergy between human creativity and the precision provided by AI could see the arrival of a new generation of megayachts that redefine the concepts of luxury, safety and comfort. Owners and designers who embrace this new technology would be the real pioneers in this new maritime realm of possibilities.
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What are your thoughts on the current market for medium-sized and designer boats?
Speaking with my competitors and dealers what emerges is a unanimous sense that we are experiencing a slight downturn compared to the recent industry boom. But the market is far from saturated, there is still demand; I believe this slowdown is due to the world’s current state of destabilisation from ongoing conflicts. Working in the custom boats segment, and providing a craftsmanship that is quite sought after, we are not perceiving much of a downturn in our own numbers. We continue to sell in line with the figures we have set ourselves and planned for, avoiding large-scale production. Right now, we are aiming to expand our markets: in addition to Europe, we are looking towards the US and Asia where they love the Italian style and where each new boat can become a unique piece, just like a work of art.
How are your numbers looking since 2019 when you came out with your first unit, the NY24?
In 2020, the outbreak of the pandemic marked a moment of standstill at a time when such a young brand needed to position itself on the market: it was not an easy time. Nevertheless, within 4-5 years we managed to produce and sell 6 units. The turning point came last year with the NY40, a design based on a different approach, which not only attracted a great deal of visibility but also positioned us among a new clientele. The product offers the qualities of high craftsmanship tailored to a size that has been greatly appreciated, as it allows owners to manage the unit themselves. This is no small detail when you consider that after Covid, owners no longer wanted anyone on board but family. The NY40 is a model that was liked immediately, with four units already at sea.
What are the features that make the NY40 such a breakthrough? Nerea’s family feeling is still there. Yet, compared to the 24, the 40
has a much more remarkable feeling to it. The design is tailor-made with high-quality finishes and a degree of livability that is hard to find on a 12-metre. The NY40 has all the comforts of a large yacht...). Nerea is the result of significant experiences. Since 2003, through our other company, Argo Marine, we have been fitting out exteriors for Italy’s leading shipyards and we know how to build boats of a certain calibre. We have simply transferred to Nerea the experience accumulated over twenty years in the industry.
What are Nerea’s key focal points?
First and foremost, sustainability, in terms of the products we use. The quality of the air we breathe is also just as important inside the boat as it is inside our homes: in mine I only use natural materials and the air is purified 24/7 thanks to Ecopur. This is a choice I made over 7 years ago and I want to bring the same concept to my clients when they are on board. Ecopur is a high-performance ionising eco-resin, active both with and without light. It ionises and purifies the air, a technology produced by Oltrematreria (a company that specialises in materials without chemicals inside them, such as natural mortar). We are the first company to apply this type of product on board and we firmly believe in it.
We use recyclable materials to be as eco-friendly as possible. And, of course, we also focus a lot on design, which must be stunning and timeless; we don’t want to chase trends, ours are boats that have to promote essentialism and elegance.
Speaking of design, who designs your boats?
The Ideaeitalia studio designs our boats from the very start. They were present throughout the design process of the NY24. And the NY40 is also an outcome of our collaboration with them. Recently, we have also established our own in-house style centre and have begun to design something new independently, while still working with Ideaeitalia.
ALESSANDRO MASSA CEO PROVASI
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Founded in Seregno in 1970, the independent and family-run company Provasi has remained faithful to its tradition of craftsmanship for over 50 years. Each piece is designed and manufactured in-house. With fine materials and meticulous attention to detail, the Provasi name is renowned globally for its unique style that defines an array of furniture solutions and accessories.
by Andrea Pezzini, CEO & Co-Founder of Floating Life
an excellent edition of the Captain’s meeting, an annual event organised by my FL group, I debated alternative fuels with over 60 captains, a fascinating topic but one that deserves its own article. What I wish to discuss here is what emerged from talking to the event’s participants following the various sessions, about what it means to be a yacht owner today.
New owners seem to have lost that traditional passion for the sea and technical fascination for the means itself, being more concerned about how to spend their time on board.
Thinking back, I can remember an owner boasting to their friends about the technical work I had carried out on their wooden Ketch ship, describing in detail the modifications and improvements made over time and those I had carried out to perfection. Another had hung the hull’s lines drawing in their study, enjoying the chance to compare notes with me and better understand the hull’s secrets in view of building a better one. Those were the days... now these meetings revolve around where to go and how best to enjoy their time on board or ashore.
This trend of placing more and more value on time rather than on the yacht itself has marked a shift not just in terms of how new buyers approach the market but even how the industry approaches production. Delivery times are increasingly determined on a ‘ready to sign’ basis or are at least discussed during contract negotiations to reduce the wait to a minimum.
A yacht is no longer measured against another yacht, a larger model
or that of a different brand. Now, owners compare their yacht to a villa overlooking some heavenly corner of the world or the luxurious pampering of an exclusive hotel, a means to escape the stresses of business for a few days and enjoy life in the company of friends, or just the family. The captains I spoke to explained how most now prefer to carve out their own private spaces and moments, where even the service must be discreet, invisible. As managers, we can see how economic flows become increasingly important when the yacht is in use and how they become more ‘complicated’ during winter months when the yacht still costs money but ‘gives’ nothing back.
This goes beyond the yacht’s economics, however, which after all can always be justified to the penny. The issue here is that owners are no longer making the most of that expenditure in the moment. This culture of immediacy is amply demonstrated in how we now communicate: everything has become too fast. Today, if you don’t answer a message or call immediately, it feels as if you are committing some terrible crime... All the effort put into organising a project or performing a job can be thwarted by something as trivial as a WhatsApp text left unanswered for mere moment after its receipt.
I can only hope that the next generation, after a time of such drastic acceleration in social interactions, will learn to reacquaint themselves with the passion that lies in appreciating and deepening one’s knowledge and enjoying the pleasure of knowing for the sake of knowing. The joy of delving beneath the surface.
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WHAT’S NEW
A selection of new projects and concepts from the leading international shipyards and design studios that will grace the waves in the near future
by Mary Hegarty and Désirée Sormani
Baglietto recently presented not one but two milestone product lines by Francesco Paszkowski Design as its celebrates its 170th anniversary. The 50m FAST50 is the new top-of-the-range model in the FAST range –the very epitome of fast, leading-edge, high tech yachts that are the yard’s signature. The light alloy fast displacement model, which can hit speeds of 30 knots and is inspired by the sleek lines of Baglietto’s traditional stars, has a stern design that develops on two levels, with the gunwale folding to convert to a swim platform. The XO line, on the other hand, hails the yard’s first foray into the explorer segment. The first model will be the stunning X50. However, this very special range is about delivering a whole new way of experiencing, observing, the world, and the horizon. In fact, aboard the X50, a stunning observato-ry above the wheelhouse is a uniquely exclusive space with large flush-fitting windows offer 360° views. It is also an entertainment space designed to break the monotony of long journeys. Needless to say, there is a huge selection of possible configurations, particularly for the aft section. Stay tuned for further details! www.baglietto.com
CANTIERE DELLE MARCHE_RJ
Cantiere delle Marche sold a massive five yachts in the first six weeks of the year, the last of which was the RJ 102 which went to another Australian owner. The latest addition to the Francesco Paszkowski-penned RJ family, the two-deck RJ 102 provides very generous al fresco spaces that create a real bond with the sea, including a pool surrounded by a sun deck area on the upper deck. There is also vast toy storage space – very important to active owners. The 102 has range’s signature
open-up stern, floor-to-ceiling living area windows, and transparent gunwales on the upper deck too. The owner and guest spaces are spread over two decks with an immense, partially shaded upper/wheelhouse deck. The expansive deck areas outsize the interiors as but the interior is also superbly comfortable and cosy. The 102 is a genuine explorer clothed in elegant lines that requires a very small crew, making it ideal for the Antipodes. www.cantieredellemarche.it
NJORD BY BERGMAN DESIGN HOUSE_AEOLUS
The131m Aeolus ushers in a spectacular new era of yachting that is superbly accomplished, genuinely sustainable and uncompromisingly stylish.
Named after the Greek God of Wind, Aeolus is a floating haven that feels sculpted by the wind, also drawing on the harmony and power of the iconic J Classes. The Njord team has collaborated with Oceanco, technical partners ABB & MTU, Lateral Naval Architects, and exterior designer Giles Taylor – renowned for his work designing the iconic Rolls-Royce Ghost and Phantom supercars. Described by Njord by Bergman Design House cofounder Marie Soliman as a “destination within a journey”, fully sustainable materials, including biomaterials, lie at the heart of this design, a glorious celebration of nature, sensuality and playfulness. The interior has a cocoon-like femininity combined with bold, masculine energy. Melding warm, welcoming palettes, luxury textiles and one-furnishings with non-geometric shapes and spaces creates a seamless transition between life ashore and life on the water. A home in other words. https://bergmandesignhouse.com
PHILIPPE BRIAND _60M KAZE KETCH
The legendary Philippe Briand has the gorgeous new 60m Kaze ketch concept on the go. The by-word with this 499GT beauty is enormous below decks space, fabulous comfort underway, great performance under sail and timeless interiors by FM Architettura. A low-profile coachroof crouches above sleek, beautifully balanced lines creating an ultramodern aesthetic. The ketch also has twin Panamax masts so she can glide under the Bridge of Americas. A wider aft beam not only delivers stability but
provides space for a massive motoryacht-comparable beach club complete with drop-down bulwarks aft. Kaze so well in light winds there will be little need for the engine. However, Kaze will use the water flowing past her propeller to generate her own renewable hydro electricity which is then stored in large battery banks. The perfect marriage of modern tech and timeless principles. The result? Beauty, practicality and easy handling.
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Gulf Craft has sold the first example of its new Majesty 160 superyacht models with a completion date for spring 2026. The yard and trusted designer Cristiano Gatto’s first model since the hugely successful Majesty 175, the 160 has its sights on setting a whole new standard in luxury and innovation in the under 500GT class. Something it will achieve in no small part to naval architects, Van Oossanen, of course. Seven sumptuous staterooms are
matched with peerless amenities while a commercial class build makes for peerless safety. This beauty will fill a clear gap in the market by offering unparalleled space and spec.
As Gulf Craft Chairman Mohammed Alshaali declared: “The Majesty 160 is not just a superyacht, but a testament to our commitment to innovation and our dedication to exceeding the expectations of our clients in every aspect of luxury cruising”. www.gulfcraftinc.com
Thefirst unit in the OTAM 90 GTS version is about to arrive. Rich in custom design details, it is the result of the collaboration between the shipyard and Giuseppe Bagnardi of BG Design Firm. The layout, naturally full custom, enables to accommodate guests in its three ensuite cabins. Below deck there is a full-beam owner’s cabin, VIP cabin and a third guest cabin as well as a lounge. On the main deck, in addition to the huge convivial cockpit with opening hard top there is a dedicated access to the kitchen - deliberately separated from
the VIP area - a large sunbathing area aft and a large bathing platform. Forward, a spacious dinette with relaxation and dining area is always accessible using the wide, convenient side walkways. OTAM 90 GTS is powered by twin 2,600 hp MTU engines for a top speed of 40-plus knots. The flagship yacht will make its international debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2024 in September, in the year of OTAM’s 70th anniversary. www.otam.it
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Athoroughbred maxi of just under 24 metres, the Swan 80 is a follow-up to the massively successful Swan 78. Both its hull and deck styling reflect the latest Swan maxi aesthetic. The winning design team returns too: German Frers provided the concept and naval architecture while Lucio Micheletti styled the exteriors and Misa Pioggi did the interiors. It has a near flush deck with wood abounding topped by a discreet yet attractive coachroof stretching aft from the mast. The whole aft section of the yacht is flat, making for
hugely versatile configurations of seating, furnishings and even swimming arrangements. The interior is flexible and versatile, once again with a multitude of choice in terms of layouts, including one with a spacious master cabin forward in addition to four guest and VIP cabins, all en suite. A guest cabin can even be used to extend the already very generous saloon area for dining or TV. All very much in line with the Maxi philosophy. www.nautorswan.com
DENISON YACHTING_60M
Project Perennial is a 60m motoryacht new build opportunity from Tony Castro for Denison. User experience was paramount in this design with huge focus on the “inside looking out” perspective. Timelessly elegant, as befits her name, Perennial will effortlessly flourish in years to come. Impressive creative flourishes from Castro include the aft deck Cabana-style lounge, a first for a yacht of this size. Clothed in soft flowing lines, Perennial’s exterior spaces
have a sociable, family-friendly vibe, particularly around the aft terrace. A large asymmetric pool is flanked on two sides by soft sofas. It is overlooked by the raised pavilion – ideal for dining, sunning or cocktails. The entire terrace can be easily covered with an expansive slatted pergola. Accommodations include two forward VIPs and a large family cabin with Pullman berths plus two further cabins below, catering to 1216 guests. www.denisonyachtsales.com
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NEWS AND PROJECTS FOR A CLEANER, MORE SUSTAINABLE WORLD
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ONE OCEAN FOUNDATION SETS SAIL ON THE VESPUCCI
The Italian non-profit organisation’s commitment to environmental education continues with an international project in collaboration with the Italian Navy and World Sailing
The training ship Vespucci, the pride of the Italian navy, set sail on 13 March to circumnavigate the world. During the 28 stages of the voyage over 500 young people will board the ship. All of them are from 23 countries involved in Sail4Change, an educational project launched by the One Ocean Foundation, an Italian non-profit organisation involved in protecting the marine environment on an international level. Its aim is to raise awareness among young people of the greatest challenge of our times – climate changes and how they influence our seas and oceans. Organised with support of the Italian navy and World Sailing, a competition will be held at every destination. The winners will have the honour of visiting the historic ship the Amerigo Vespucci during her stay in port.
“The project, in line with our mission and the Foundation’s values of knowledge, awareness and impact, involves world leaders and players in what we consider to be vital
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issues”, says Riccardo Bonadeo, president of the One Ocean Foundation.
“We are pleased and excited that the Navy and World Sailing have shown their belief in our proposal, which combines science and education in a wonderful setting like the Vespucci”. The Sail4Change project is intended to involve school students between 8 and 12 years of age. The development of targeted educational resources will give the participants the opportunity to develop new skills and a
wider knowledge of issues like acidification of the ocean, rising sea levels and the loss of biodiversity. The youngsters will be able to take part in challenges making materials and other artistic forms, which become ways of raising awareness of the impact that climate change has on island and coastal lands.
After visiting America, Australia, Singapore, India and many other countries, the training ship will end its voyage in Italy, putting in at La Spezia in early 2025.
Above, the training ship Amerigo Vespucci. Setting sail in March to circumnavigate the globe, the initiative will involve
young people form 23 countries
SANLORENZO REDUCES EMISSIONS WITH SOLAR POWER
Sanlorenzo has recently forged a partnership with Axpo Energy Solutions Italia, enabling the luxury yachtbuilder to take an important step forward in its campaign to reduce its carbon footprint, cutting its emissions by over 600 tonnes of CO2 per year. The agreement
between the two companies involves the creation of three solar installations generating a total of 1.5 MW of electricity, adding to the 500 kW already available at the Sanlorenzo sites. This is particularly important for the yards in La Spezia, where superyachts are built, Ameglia, a region of La Spezia which
GUIDELINES TO REDUCE THE WATER IMPACT OF SUPERYACHTS
Version1 of the Environmental Crew Guidelines has officially been launched, marking a pivotal moment in steering the yacht fleet toward more sustainable practices. This comprehensive
guide, highlighting best practices written forand-by crew, offers information and inspiration for eco-friendlier behaviour on board yachts. As a collaborative effort between the Water Revolution Foundation, initiator MB92, and creator Danella Hopkins (formerly of S/Y Black Pearl), this free and open-source tool offers 24 distinct sections providing crews with a detailed, holistic overview of how to adopt more conscious practices into their daily routines. As a first version, the aim is to collect feedback and additional best practices from crew to expand on the content and launch a Version 2 in the future. To ensure the widespread adoption of these guidelines and enable a united, coordinated action, industry trailblazers MB92, Burgess, Damen Yachting, Divergent Yachting, Feadship, Fraser Yachts,
is the location of the company’s main base, and Viareggio, the historic heart of Italy’s yacht-building industry. The Group also intends to increase the amount of power generated to 3.1 MW by the end of 2024. Sanlorenzo has designed and built bespoke yachts for over 60 years, combining luxury, design and comfort, and this project is a strategic investment for the company. “Installing the solar plant at Ameglia, La Spezia and Viareggio is a significant step forward on our path towards decarbonisation”, says Ferruccio Rossi, General Manager & President Sanlorenzo Superyacht. “By using solar energy we are helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promoting a sustainable energy supply. It’s a strategic investment for Sanlorenzo, one which is in line with our objectives regarding social and environmental responsibility, demonstrating the company’s far-sighted vision in the context of sustainability”.
Heesen Yachts, Lürssen, Safe Harbor Marinas, Sanlorenzo, The Crew Network, The OM, Virtual Pursers, Y.CO, and YPI Crew have pledged their commitment as official supporting companies. S/Y Black Pearl and MY Savannah have also come on board as ambassadors within the fleet. The continued support of companies in the yachting industry is essential to foster industry-wide adoption of the guidelines and establish a minimum standard. Info at ecocrew@waterrevolutionfoundation.org
ENVIRONMENTAL RESPECT IN RACES
The 2024 edition of the ViareggioBastia-Viareggio Race - Angelo Moratti Trophy takes place between 25 and 28 June. The event will enjoy the participation of magnificent maxi sail yachts and vessels over 42 feet, crossing the Ligurian Sea with an emphasis on sustainability and innovation. The initiative, organised the Club Nautico Versilia, the Municipality of Viareggio and Navigo, enjoys the support of the port authorities of Viareggio, the patronage of the Federazione Italiana Vela (FIV) and a collaboration with UVAI and the Associazione Marevivo. It is notable not only for its sporting excellence but also for its commitment to sustainability – the race will be totally eco-sustainable and will not involve the use of plastic.
“The event’s history and its commitment to sustainability makes it jewel in the yacht racing calendar. The transformation from offshore competition to sail race is proof of our ability to adapt and innovate. The event, which combines
advanced technology and respect for the environment, emphasieses Viareggio’s crucial position as a centre of excellence for sail yachts and marine tourism”, says a proud Roberto Brunetti, president of the Club Nautico Versilia.
LUNA ROSSA JOINS OGYRE TO CLEAN THE SEAS OF WASTE
Withthe aim of gathering a total of 16 tonnes of marine refuse by the end of 2024, the collaboration between Ogyre (www.ogyre.com), the first global “Fishing for Litter” platform, and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli (www.lunarossachallenge.com) continues and develops. This new joint project uses education, art and science to foster greater awareness of oceanic pollution. The new project has its official launch in April with the release of video content screened by both organisations’ social media channels and web platforms. The objective is to describe the vital direct link between humankind and the oceans, highlighting the importance of respecting our seas and keeping them clean.
YAMAHA TARGETS NET-ZERO EMISSIONS
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Motor has finalised an agreement with Germany’s DEUTZ AG company, the owner of Torqeedo, a pioneer in the manufacture of electric boat drives. Torqeedo offers a wide range of products that includes outboard and inboard electric motors, batteries and a wide range of accessories. The company has a large R&S centre and resources for the development of next-generation environmental technologies. With the acquisition of Torqeedo Yamaha enhances its ability to develop in the electrical sectors. It also aims to support and accelerate Yamaha’s efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions in the marine sector, as well as helping speed up the creation of a small line of electric boat drives.
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The first multi-hull model by Bluegame takes the best of the catamaran type in terms of space, performance and efficiency while retaining the mood of a monohull. With a length of 22.70 metres and an 8.15-metre beam this yacht opens up a new market segment designed to reinterpret on-board life
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achts that are increasingly deserving of the description habitable islands, privileged places where it’s possible to enjoy a close contact with the sea, surrounded by a level of comfort, spaces and volumes more usually found only on land. Nowadays this is what owners want from their yachts and superyachts, and the quest for space and volumes leads to ever-larger yachts, driving designers and yards to cast an acquisitive eye over the catamaran format.
With its BGM75 Bluegame offers an innovative, refined interpretation of this search. Like many yards these days it has looked to the catamaran format to enable maximisation of spaces and volumes, but it has done so from an unusual point of view.
The BGM75, Bluegame’s first multihull model, is the result of three years of intense effort. It’s an in-between yacht, part catamaran and part monohull.
The two hulls are closer together than on a classic cat, and this means it has been possible to develop lower deck spaces that exceed the limits of separation of the two hulls without affecting the aesthetic equilibrium typical of Bluegame yachts. The result is surprisingly large spaces in a layout similar to that of a monohull.
One example is the full-beam owner’s cabin located forward, a first in the catamaran market.
Philippe Briand, who is responsible for the naval architecture, gives the description “twin hull” to this type of multi-hull design with a length/beam ratio that is smaller than on traditional designs. In his words, “We chose this solution after experiencing excessive “rocky” movement on beamier sailing catamarans while cruising. With reduced distance between the two floats, we achieved much smoother rolling, almost like a monohull, while still maintaining higher stability.” Thanks to its multihull, the BGM75 benefits from increased stability, large volumes and reduced fuel consumption. Zuccon International Project, which created the external lines and
developed the living spaces, has designed a yacht that retains the Bluegame family feeling and plays with the idea of illusion by using shapes that conceal the two hulls and display more balanced, elegant profiles. In fact, seen from the side and from aft the BGM75 looks like a monohull. Only the view from the front reveals the presence of the two hulls.
The interior design is by Piero Lissoni, who has created an elegant emphasis on the purity of the hull lines with floors and ceilings featuring rounded corners. The surfaces are never sharp, but blend into one another in spaces with a contemporary style where dark finishes in Alpi Honduras mahogany dialogue with marble and light resins. White panelling with burnished metal clads the ceiling in a play of squares defining the space.
The main deck benefits from the catamaran concept and offers some unexpected spaces. The saloon, cockpit and forward sunpad are surprisingly large. The voluminous saloon, surrounded on its four sides by large windows looking out onto the sea, creates a striking impression. The space is laid out as a first conversation area with two deep sofas. It leads into the dining area on the left and a relaxation zone on the right with coffee table and four armchairs. Two staircases connect the lower deck spaces. The forward stairs lead to the owner’s cabin with its embracing rounded ceiling. A glass partition separates the sleeping area from the bathroom against the wall. The galley and crew are also in this hull. The port hull is the location of the two guest cabins – the double beds situated crosswise are set in a flowing wooden structure that follows the contours of the hull. The cabins are in a minimal, almost Japanese style where every detail is designed to take the fullest advantage of the spaces.
On the fly bridge a sleek hard-top shelters the helm station forward and the central section with dining area and sofas. The sunpads are situated aft. The sea-level beach area is connected to the cockpit by a side staircase. Two side wings fold down to the surface of the water, extending the beach platform. www.bluegame.it
Wider than a monohull and narrower than a classic catamaran. The point of balance Bluegame has identified opens the way to a new interpretation of yacht architecture and scenarios for on-board life. To side, the fly bridge with outdoor dining area. Opening, the main deck saloon surrounded by sea-view windows. In the foreground, the conversation area with sofas by Living Divani
Mahogany, shaped to take on soft, sinuous lines, is the dominant wood in the interiors. Its dark, warm colour complements light finishes. These, together with the natural light flooding the interiors balance the colour palette. Here, the stairs leading to the owner’s cabin and to the side, the saloon with dining area, Porro table with marble top, director’s chairs by B&B Italia and the relaxation area with four PK22 chairs by Fritz Hansen, Vitra coffee table and Living sofas
Exterior Design, Bernardo Zuccon
Zuccon International Project
In contrast to previous projects, length is no longer the key to the design – now width is the key parameter in the layout.
A crucial element in our development of the BGM75 was the optimisation of spaces and the hybridisation of shapes. Versatility was an integral part of the BGM75 project in every stage of its development. In the view of the stern, for example, we worked on a concept of illusion, concealing the perception of the double hull. More generally, we’ve sought to combine elegance and functionality, inspired by the harmony of marine shapes and creating a design that provides generous, comfortable living spaces while retaining a refined, balanced aesthetic.
The most complex challenge we faced with the BGM75 was finding the right balance between innovation and tradition in a multihull design. We were almost beginners in the multihull world, and we began with an intense study of the project, finally gaining a more in-depth appreciation of its spaces. While having to retain a certain degree of familiarity with the typical characteristics of a multihull yacht, we also had to innovate so that we could offer superior performance and more generous living spaces without compromising on the overall aesthetic and sailing experience. The result is an instantly recognisable design.
One aspect of the BGM75 that we’re especially proud of is the fact that it is the result of a synergic collaboration between a range of individuals and yards – they have all contributed their particular skills and ideas to create a unique product. The ability to combine different perspectives and transcend traditional design formats to offer something truly innovative in the multihull market, a product that is experimental but also mature product – that’s what makes us so proud.
Seen from the stern and side the BGM75 looks like a monohull. It has a balanced, elegant profile that fully reflects the Bluegame family feeling. It is powered by two 800 hp Volvo Penta IPS engines, has a cruising speed of 20 knots and a top speed of 25 knots
Left, Bernardo and his sister Martina, together at the helm of the Rome based studio
Interior Design
Piero Lissoni, Art Director Sanlorenzo Group
Rather than drawing inspiration from a particular feature, the basis for this project is the catamaran itself, which has a special shape.
The design team and I (Stefano Castelli, Gaia Guarino, Pino Caliandro and Marco Gottardi) paid a lot of attention to the lines to make the most of the spaces and create larger cabins. The main deck comprises a generous open space – here we’ve taken the windows to an extreme, designing extensive openings onto the exterior. On the lower deck, though, we’ve used the reduced height to instal the beds, which stand on surfaces that follow the contours of the hull, which enables us to make full use of the spaces.
At the same time the rounded walls are intended to soften the intrusions of the hull. Inside, the interiors are based around two staircases leading t o the owner’s and VIP cabins, while the flybridge is linked externally by another staircase. The flybridge is an open yet covered space with helm station, lounge and sunpads.
We drew inspiration for our colour palette from mahogany-panelled 1950s yachts, so the colours tend to be warm. We’ve used Alpi Hinduras wood, which provides a contemporary interpretation of the look of the older materials. In contrast, the bathrooms use only light resin as we wanted to make less use of marble, which we’ve only used for the wash basins. As for the finishes, we’ve used Cleaf laminate ceiling panels, specially made for the project, resin for the bathroom walls and Alpi Honduras wood surfaces.
Sketches and final images of the guest cabin (to side, right), developed with a structure that follows the hull contours where the bed is located. Soft, rounded shapes also feature in the owner’s suite (to side, top), where the ceiling seems to embrace the bed. The bathrooms (right), are in light resin with marble washbasins
On the BGM75, width becomes a key parameter in the distribution of spaces. It offers solutions that would be unthinkable on a monohull. The huge forward lounge is one example. Before giving the project the green light the yard built a 1:1 model to test levels of comfort and performance
The Shipyard
Luca Santella, Head
of Product Strategy of Sanlorenzo Group
The backstory of the BGM75 is one of long, demanding effort. Shaping a new multihull that could earn a place in the Bluegame and Sanlorenzo range in terms of performance, comfort and elegance was a tough undertaking. These key points shaped and guided our work right from the preliminary sketches, and the result is a yacht that’s totally different from the other multihulls currently on the market. For the first time in the group’s history, we built a 1:1 scale model before launching the project. This shows just how important it was for us to achieve the standards of comfort and performance demanded by our clients. In developing the BGM75, the limitations imposed by the displacement format posed a significant challenge. We opted for extensive use of carbon fibre and infusion to obtain the best balance between stiffness and weight. It’s hard to identify the most beautiful area of the BGM75. From a design point of view I think the full-beam owner’s cabin is something entirely new in the multihull world, and offers significant advantages terms of space. It takes this model to a higher level and means it can be favourably compared to much larger yachts.
This project shows that Bluegame remains on the cutting edge of yacht design. After the series of iconic models the brand has produced, being the first to bring multihull architecture to the luxury yacht market is extremely satisfying. But the quest for innovation and development doesn’t end there – we recently finalised the hydrogen-powered chase boat designed for American Magic and Orient Express, two of the America’s Cup 2024 teams. This is another revolution that Bluegame is bringing to the pleasure sailing world, and based on this experience we’re developing a new multihull range with foils. We’ll be seeing the first model next year. The aim is to introduce to the market everything we’ve learnt from constructing a concept boat with extreme performance.
The exterior lounge forward is a versatile area. The two drop-down tables create an even larger sunpad. The absence of handrails at the bow eliminate any barrier to the sea and create an infinity effect
[ CREATIVE MINDS: THE ITALIAN SEA GROUP ]
A NEW ERA FOR AN ICONIC BRAND
by Samuela Urbini
The yachts of the Genesis fleet are the first models constructed by Perini Navi under the aegis of The Italian Sea Group, which acquired the brand in March 2023. A new direction that retains some iconic elements of the past, reinterpreting them with modern shapes and materials
This image, the extraordinary elegance of the 56-metre ketch by Perini Navi, the brand’s most iconic sail yacht, revisited in the Genesis fleet in collaboration with the British studio Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design. Orientated towards performance, it will have a new sail plan with carbon fibre masts
Talking about large sail yachts takes us into an elite world of sea-loving owners, a select group of wealthy individuals who have more time to devote to the purchasing process than owners of motor yachts and who prioritise elegance and tradition. It’s a world in itself, one that The Italian Sea Group entered with its acquisition of the Perini Navi brand in 2023. The group had already displayed all the mastery we are accustomed to with its motoryacht models through the marvels created by the other brands under its umbrella, Admiral, Tecnomar and Picchiotti, where Made in Italy values always take first place. An illustrious name in Italian yacht building, for over 30 years Perini Navi has been world leader in the construction of large sail yachts and has built over 60% of sail yachts over 40 metres in length sailing the world’s seas. The new Genesis fleet currently in the design stage - presented in 2023 it comprises three models of 48, 56 and 77 metres in length and, as the name implies, is intended to mark a rebirth. However, this new
direction does not involve a break with the past, but will enhance the brand’s already stellar reputation. The design was handled by the Centro Stile TISG, directed by Mattia Piro and art director Gian Marco Campanino: “The Genesis fleet isn’t a simple restyling, it’s something more organic, we’ve retained the most important elements of the Perini brand, we’ve just redesigned them in a more modern way. We have, for example, extended the glass surfaces as much as possible to provide more natural light in the interiors, and kept the side epaulettes, although we’ve updated their design. We’ve made great use of wood and glass, a contrast between past and future. In the Genesis yachts I can see the old in the new, but also the old made new”. The project is made possible by the wide-ranging professional backgrounds of the twenty or so individuals who form part of the Italian Sea Group’s style centre, nautical designers and architects who enjoy the great benefit of being able to confirm the validity and practicality of the ideas they develop in the design stage simply by
These pages, some renderings of the interior of the 56-metre ketch. The interiors are designed as an organic whole with the exterior lines. Great attention has been paid to the design of the stairs, like those around the mast on the 56-metre model (opposite, above). Extended glass surfaces provide more natural light in the interiors
To side, Mattia Piro (left) director of the Centro Stile TISG and art director Gian Marco Campanino.
Above, a detail of the Genesis 56 metre where every detail has been given an aesthetic treatment. Page to side, the sunpad area of the Genesis 77-metre, which will be equipped with the Falcon Rig, an ingenious rotating mast system with square sails and no rigging, first featured on the famous Maltese Falcon. Bottom, the race version of the Genesis 48 metre with no flybridge boasts more sporty performance
stepping on board the yacht in question. Campanino has included an intriguing design feature on all the new sail yachts – all the stairway handrails are in blue leather. “I’d like this to become a stylistic cue on all Perini yachts, not for aesthetic reasons but to advertise their status as Perini designs”. The architect handled the interiors himself, but they can all be personalised by the owner. “They will be very luxurious, a luxury created by shapes rather than materials. To me, especially on a sail yacht, the luxury also lies in the care taken with the design of the walls, ceilings, floors. It’s very hard to achieve. The floors are all smoothly integrated into the walls, there are no corners – the idea is to create an embracing shell where everything is rounded. Everything can be clad in prestigious or sporty materials, depending on the owner’s personal choices”. The interiors are designed organically with the exterior lines. Great attention has been paid to the design of the stairs, like those around the mast on the 56-metre model, or on the Genesis 77, which is equipped with a Falcon Rig with rotating masts, square sails and no shrouds, the first platform to boast a spa-beach club with drop-down terraces linked to the aft swim platform.
REAL LUXURY IS DISCREET AND IS THE PERCEPTION
OF A VALUE
YET TO BE DISCOVERED
by Samuela Urbini, ph. courtesy by Ideaeitalia
Alessio Battistini, left, and Davide Bernardini, right, are the founders of Ideaeitalia, an architecture and design studio based in La Spezia, the city where they were born in 1977 and where they grew up. Since 2010 they have completed projects for Italy’s major yachtbuilding brands, including Ferretti Yachts and Wider Yachts
Founded in 2010 in La Spezia, Ideaeitalia is an architecture and design studio founded by Alessio Battistini and Davide Bernardini, two childhood friends whose professional histories initially took very different paths that eventually converged in a shared project that led them to work with some of Italy’s biggest shipyards, including Rodriquez, Bwa, Perini Navi, Tecnomar, Baglietto, Wider Yacht, Sanlorenzo, Nerea Yacht and Ferretti Yachts. Two significant career landmarks were designing the interiors of the 46-metre superyacht Wider 150 and then the Ferretti 1000, the largest yacht ever built by the yard, marking the start of a productive and enduring collaboration with the brand.
Davide was an architecture graduate while Alessio’s background was in automotive design, and they went on to develop a huge depth of professional experience throughout the yacht-building sector, from production to management. Their management experience gave the pair an advantage over other studios because they were able to take the yard’s requirements into account during the creative process. In their own words, “We often feel the influence of old-school car design. Italy has an immense heritage we draw inspiration from. We especially like cars from the Art deco period of 1920s, when furnishing elegance was at a peak, but the inspiration can sometimes arrive from somewhere totally off the wall, from other areas of
Above, the exterior of the INFYNITO 80 by Ferretti Yachts, 23.70 metres long with interiors by Ideaeitalia. Opposite page, top, the distinctive bow space called the All-Season Terrace because it is covered by a superstructure so can be used in all seasons and weathers. Its 13 square metres can be configured as a dinette with extending chairs and tables, or as a bar counter. Bottom, the interior saloon in one of the two Ferretti moods, here the “contemporary”, inspired by marine colours, with extensive use of fabrics and flooring of irregular blocks
design, everyday objects or random experiences. All these stimuli are then rationalised in the detail of a piece of furniture, wall covering or technological solution. Following this initial stage we start to imagine the emotions we want to communicate to the prospective client. Coverings and finishes play an important role in this – we want them to communicate the concepts we hold dear, welcome and naturalness”. This approach was also adopted for the INFYNITO 80, the most recent of Ferretti Yacht’s INFYNITO range, designed with the same general lines as its bigger sister INFYNITO 90 (see the ONE no.37), a solid, robust design with a more modern appeal. It embodies the same concepts of spaciousness and layout versatility with its
Above, the owner’s cabin on the lower deck, also in the “contemporary” Ferretti mood, more modern than the “classic”, where all the angles have been smoothed. Below, left, the owner’s suite bathroom and right, the helm station in a raised position to provide optimum visibility. It is accessed by a staircase in the centre of the main deck
All-Season Terrace, a covered 13 square metre terrace, a distinctive feature of the range, and the opportunity to enjoy an open or semi-enclosed sundeck. Ideaeitalia has designed the interiors of this 23.70-metre yacht, which the designers describe as based on two concepts. “Contrast – between the two wall finishes, light, natural and solid wood, and warm fabric, decorated and with soft, embracing shapes. The irregular blocks on the floors communicate a horizontal fragmentation, balanced by the clean lines and verticality of the motifs on the wall. And harmony, found in the way all the elements communicate with one another, in the proportions and the hierarchy of the materials. A sort of formal coherence and balance that becomes elegance
and luxury”. The selection of natural, sustainable materials is also a crucial element for the INFYNITO range. “The materials can be recyclable or recycled, but if their production itself creates pollution it’s a useless gesture. In our choices we’ve made sure that the production processes are certified and have the lowest possible environmental impact. For example, the products from the companies supplying the recycled leather in the on-board decoration or the teak laminate, virtuous because it means less production waste, guaranteeing a benign material with excellent performance and much-improved opportunities for use compared to traditional materials”. A discreet value awaiting the pleasure of discovery.
espite the uncertainties caused by the current geopolitical situation, with two significant conflicts raging as we write, Research Reports World, a leading authority on the yacht and sailing business, says that the global recreational boating market in 2024 is showing a strong, steady upward trend. Driven by the dynamic strategies implemented by key market players, this trend is expected to remain positive through to 2032. Italian superyacht yards continue to make good progress and Made in Italy expertise and flair are increasingly valued assets, not only in construction, where the yards clearly take great pride in producing beautiful, well-made yachts, but also in design originality, fostering a particular lifestyle – living well.
A yacht is above all the result of teamwork, generating exciting synergies between talented individuals who together create masterpieces, unique works embodying extraordinary innovation and personalisation. In these pages you’ll find a spotlight on cutting edge production process and interesting solutions for finishes, technology, projects and ideas to be used on board, with an increasing emphasis on quality. Lovely to look at but above all functional, and with a strong element of sustainability, because the yacht experience may be more exclusive than ever, but it’s also more responsible. Not to mention the latest trends from the Salone del Mobile.Milano (the Milan Furniture Fair), which this year enjoys a close relationship with the yacht-building world. This link is discussed by Luisa Bocchietto, architect and designer but also a key figure in international design, now ambassador for the yacht-building industry in the world of designer furnishing.
Désirée Sormani ManagingDirector
Exclusive
The Milan Design Week is here again, with furnishing and complements vying to create comfortable indoor and outdoor spaces. For outdoor environments designers and companies in the sector are increasingly turning to natural materials, organic shapes and sinuous lines that invite us to relax. The trend towards personalisation is flourishing, helped by the modular nature of most of the furnishing offers, with sofas that can be disassembled and modular lounges and accessories changing form, shifting shape to reflect the tastes of their owners
by Veronica Lempi
Carpet Edition and Ken Scott present Ken Scott Collection, a unique collection of tapestries and carpets inspired by iconic works by the stylist. There are eight shaped flowers in the Capsule Collection of 33 unique pieces, a homage to the floral, geometric and animalier pieces that embody Ken Scott’s artistic research
Left: Bungalow Bar Stool (design by Jamie Durie) is one of the new pieces in the outdoor collection by Riva 1920. Hand-polished teak and strings of interwoven fabric provide maximum strength
Right: Interwoven polypropylene cords and merlot red aluminium frame for Petalo (design by Vincent Van Duysen), the new Molteni Outdoor - Timeout Collection chair. Photo, Frederik Vercruysse
Babou Lounge is a modular outdoor system by Paolo Castelli that combines minimalism and exuberance. The pouf’s tubular steel frame is upholstered in outdoor leather and the seat has a multilayered marine ply structure. The design is inspired by the works of Dalì
Left: the Squame cushion from the new 2024 collection by Missoni Home, creative director Alberto Caliri. The fabric is a brand-new outdoor velvet, a viscose fabric with relief pattern simulating a chevron motif
Right: Lucerna is the new lamp designed by Luca Nichetto for Ethimo that will adorn terraces and gardens, creating evocative light in outdoor settings
The new ‘Iceberg’ capsule collection by Venini embodies the full range of the brand’s expertise in handling colour. The Venini world is one of beauty, respect for tradition and Made in Italy creativity and flair. Every season the brand adds something new to its offer, like Iceberg, inspired by the purity of the winter landscape and the ethereal elegance of ice crystals. The iconic Fazzoletto, Deco, Monofiore Balloton, Opalino and Veronese vases and the signature Ritagli, Acco, Idalion and Sidone vases take on a cerulean colour and white tones
The Club Outdoor (design Piero Lissoni, 2007) is the new Living Divani sofa with a sharply defined base and enfolding padding. The unmistakeable geometric rigour is given a new upholstery for the outdoors
Filigree Floor Lamp by Moooi (design by Rick Tegelaar, 2016) is a floor lamp with elegant structure that reflects light in an elegant network of playful, hypnotic shadows
GEA is the new natural fabric collection created by a collaboration between Zuccon International Project and Dedar. Evoking the ancient Greek Earth goddess, regarded as the origin of life, it reflects a primitive imagery
Vanity Fair XC Imagine Edition. The iconic armchair by Poltrona Frau in a limited edition of fifty pieces, individually numbered and decorated with an original “sun and moon” design by Fornasetti, printed on Pelle Frau® Impact Less
Alf DaFrè presents the Gubia sideboard in wood, designed by Gordon Guillaumier), combining a contemporary spirit with a feeling for artisanal tradition. The tactile working of the wood gives continuity and texture to the surfaces
Strato is a series of multi-use baskets designed by Paolo Zani and made using an innovative ‘w-proof’ polypropylene technical cord and lined with net. Hand-made, they are practical and stackable. The square base becomes circular at the top. Photo, Simone Sapia
Lema presents Poltrona Lounge Omega. Designed by Federica Biasi, it displays a timeless elegance. Inspired by timeless stylistic elements of the 1950s, the printed body is lightly padded and upholstered in real and synthetic leather. Metal frame
Beolab 8 by Bang & Olufsen is an adaptable speaker that can be a single element or part of a surround-sound home system. On the wall, floor, ceiling or table they give out high-definition sounds
Suno by Potocco, design by Johan Lindstén, is a reinterpretation of the sun lounger concept – not just a functional element, the large wheels become the dominant aesthetic cue. The back is adjustable and the slats are in solid Iroko wood
The Cabriolette by Martinelli Luce is a functional, adjustable table lamp with playful lines. Designed by Studio Natural, it can direct light where desired, like the folding hood of a convertible car
The Clifton chair by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors combines the aesthetic appeal of timeless animalier with refined details. It is upholstered in natural colour Jacquard Josephine velvet
The modular Nice sofa by Pier Luigi Frighetto from Pianca has attractive soft, delicate profiles and generous, embracing volumes. It offers outstanding compositional freedom and the opportunity to create dynamic, contemporary configurations
A collaboration between Yaaz and angelettiruzza design has inspired a modular furniture set for outdoor living. The two-seater Ov8 sofa has an aluminium frame and is in a Cement Grey colour
In collaboration with Claudio Lazzarini and Carl Pickering, Marta Sala Éditions presents Martino, a table with essential lines that leave the
The new outdoor 2024 designs by Gervasoni are the result of a skilful selection of natural and technical materials, worked by expert artisans and innovative technology. Photo: Mediterraneo Collection, design by Francesco Meda. Every piece features a Teak structure in a contrast between the robust solidity of wood and the generous padding of the seats. The most attractive element is the curved, rounded teak that generates a sensation of softness. Francesco Meda’s signature emerges in every detail and the fusion of traditionality and aesthetics
Between Two Worlds
by Désirée Sormani
Face to face with Luisa Bocchietto, ambassador for the nautical industry in the world of design furnishings, to discuss the affinities between the two sectors and how they are becoming increasingly close
Luisa Bocchietto can’t be introduced in just a few words. An architect and designer, she has also held many important posts in the organisational world, promoting Italian design throughout the world as, for example, President of the Order of Architects of Biella, National President of the ADI (Association of Industrial Design), Vice-President of PoliDesign, part of the Italian government’s Design Council and President of the WDO World Design Organisation (2017-2019) in Montreal, Canada. Often serving on international juries at design events around the world, for some time she has also been involved in yacht design. As well as being the driving force behind the Design Innovation Award, a prize set up by Confindustria Nautica and I Saloni Nautici, she has forged close links with the Salone del Mobile. Milano (Milan Furniture Fair). A new, productive collaboration between the two organisations has been announced for the 2024 event.
Ms Bocchietto, how did this collaboration come about?
It’s the result of ideas shared with organisers of the Genoa International Boat Show. I’ve always been passionate about yachts and the sea. I’ve
taken part in yacht racing events and I often go sailing with friends, family, on sail and motor yachts. Yachts are part of my world, together with architecture and design. Since my university days I’ve always tried to visit both shows, and I’ve seen them evolve like two parallel worlds. When I became president of the ADI (from 2008 to 2014) I thought it would be interesting to involve the yacht sector and also include yachts in the ADI Index so they could also take part in the ADI Compasso d’Oro prize, (Italian design award founded in 1954 – ed). So along with a trade magazine that no longer exists ADI organised a prize that went on for a number of years. We then promoted, together with the Genoa Boat Show, a prize for the accessories sector, which involved great innovation, Italian flair and expertise and lots of research.
You even managed to introduce the yacht industry into the prestigious President of the Republic Prizes…
Yes. Still in the guise of ADI, I got together with designer Giovanna Talocci, who was with me on the executive council, and based in Rome, with the aim of being able to propose candidates from the design world.
Architect and designer Luisa Bocchietto graduated from the University of Milan and also qualified at the IED, the European Institute of Design in Milan has a studio in Biella. This photo shows the prize-giving at the 4th Design Innovation Award - Palazzo della Borsa Genoa 2023 and left, Marco Valle and Laura Sandrone of Azimut | Benetti collecting the DIA (design by Luisa Bocchietto) for the Magellano 60
We were given the opportunity to present three nominations and we included the yacht industry in the first edition. In 2011 the Sanlorenzo SL 106 won the National President Napolitano Prize for Innovation for the interiors by Dordoni Architetti. And then, how did your collaboration with the Genoa International Boat Show come about?
Following years of collaboration for the accessories prize, in 2020, in the middle of the pandemic, the Genoa Boat Show celebrated its 60th anniversary. And as a result of my experience in design, prizes and juries they asked me to provide some ideas to highlight this landmark and give a boost to the only fair remaining open to visitors. I suggested creating an international, independent prize with a jury made up of various experts: the Design Innovation Award was to recognise the beautiful and wellmade on show at the event, not only for yachts but also for accessories and innovation with an emphasis on sustainability. Confindustria Nautica placed a lot of trust in me – for which I’ll always be grateful – asking me to create a project I had a lot of belief in from the very beginning, and that I think also helped bring together the yacht and design industries.
Luisa Bocchietto has been involved with urban renewal, building redevelopment and urban planning initiatives. In the design field she has worked as art director for furniture producers and as visiting professor at universities and design schools. She has written on the subject of architecture and design and organised conferences in Italy and elsewhere. Her designs and products have featured in many magazines in the sector. Top, left, “Ilumina - Arnioni in piazza” - Comune di Volterra (2020), prize winner at the ADI Design Index 2021
Do you think that the world of designer furnishing, whose products now appear on yachts of various sizes, has helped change the nautical industry?
Yacht interiors have experienced nothing less than a revolution. This is also down to collaborations with many designers from the world of architecture, who have exerted an influence that I think has been beneficial to both sectors. The Italian yards have orders to meet and this means that success also involves exporting the idea of Made in Italy in a field – design – where Italy plays a significant role, so I think that a relationship with the yacht-building industry also benefits furniture, lighting, finishings and materials companies.
Going back to the Salone del Mobile.Milano. What will highlight this relationship?
Last year we invited Maria Porro, president of Salone del Mobile.Milano, to take the helm of the DIA in Genoa to begin the process of forging close links. This year on the first day of the Salone, during a conference involving the yards and designers, we made an effort to introduce more information about the yacht-building world. Everyone seemed to know
Photo credit: Guido Mencari
about it, but it’s worth providing a more in-depth view of what’s on board. We realised that the Salone and the Boat Show have a similar history - they both began in the 1960s and have followed similar paths. My satisfaction lies in helping them establish these closer connections.
Has Italian design also had a strong influence on owners’ tastes?
The fact that Italian design now features on board promotes Italian quality and style. It means promoting a way of life, one shaped by Italian Design, by our ability to create a high-quality interpretation of the contemporary lifestyle. However, there’s a lot of talk nowadays about artificial intelligence…
Do you think AI can help natural intelligence do better?
Artificial intelligence can fish out everything swimming around in the vast pool of human intelligence that is the Internet, where every one of us downloads thoughts, words and opinions. I think that in all sectors, not just this one, AI can be a useful pre-analysis, because what you normally do in a project is examine everything that’s been done so far, in a specific context, and then identify that extra element that will enable you to take a step forward. Interrogating this artificial world could help you gain
Top, left, the “Design Alabastro 22” project for which Bocchietto won the Gold Award at the GDA Australia (2023). left, restoration and conservation at Porta di Carisio (Vercelli). Above, restoration and conservation of S. Lorenzo di Ponderano Church (in progress), province of Biella, Italy
useful information. The risk, though, is finding inaccurate information. I hope that human intelligence will provide the element of coordination, of adhesion – creativity, in fact.
What must design possess in order to be creative?
Until very recently quality design was based on the idea that “form follows function” and the harmonious relationship between the two concepts, even more important on yachts because the sea forms part of the picture. Now, though, sustainability also plays a crucial role in the challenges we are faced with. I’m thinking about environmental challenges, cities, the many sectors where design doesn’t yet play a role, sectors that are crucial for our future, our survival on this planet. Design is starting to involve more intangible sectors that are also linked to managing services, the process underpinning the life of a city, reducing waste. The world of design is huge, offering almost endless professional opportunities for those who work in our field. It takes a wide-ranging approach that ensures we don’t become bogged down in a vision that’s too specific. These are extremely useful connections that also involve yachts and furniture, creating very interesting intellectual challenges.
Photo credit: Damiano Andreotti
CUSTOM LINE NAVETTA 38
Extraordinary combinations of elegance and liveability, harmony with the marine environment, and seamless continuity between interiors and exteriors, are the key features of this new Navetta by Custom Line. A masterpiece of design with exterior styling by Filippo Salvetti and interior design by ACPV ARCHITECTS Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel
by Bryony McCabe
With exterior styling by architect Filippo
Salvetti and interior design by ACPV
ARCHITECTS Antonio Citterio Patricia
Viel, the new Custom Line Navetta 38 is a masterpiece of design both inside and out. The interiors have been curated to encompass comfort and conviviality in connection with the exterior spaces and the sea beyond. As a result, the interior layout has been designed to be as flexible as possible, enhancing the experience offered by the interior spaces. Another strong focus was on natural light, with extensive full-height windows creating powerful continuity between the internal and external environments. ACPV ARCHITECTS Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel have revisited the stylistic features of maritime tradition – from the concept to the colour palette – through a contemporary lens. The result is an interior characterised by refined detailing and the use of fine materials with natural textures, including various types of leather, linen and parchment for the finishings, upholstery and coverings. The furnishings are custom designed by Custom Line’s expert personnel from natural leather and wood using sophisticated handcrafting techniques.
Owners of this precious model have the opportunity to customise the yacht’s interiors with decor solutions based on two different moods. The more contemporary ‘cold mood’ plays with the cool hues of sky and navy blue, while the more classic and timeless ‘warm mood’ features a warmer and cosier palette. The first Custom Line Navetta 38 will have a more neutral mood that
further emphasises the yacht’s the bond with nature through natural, muted and neutral colours such as beige and ivory. “Custom Line Navetta 38 is characterised by extensive glazing and mirrored surfaces that create a close relationship between interior and exterior, taking control of the natural light, the water and the surrounding nature and making them her own,” explains architect Patricia Viel. “Meticulous attention to detail in the customisation of the furnishings, the materiality of the surfaces and the definition of the spaces, as well as the use of a natural palette of delicate sand and ivory tones, helps create a smooth and fluid balance with the ambience, evoking a refined elegance and timeless comfort for both owner and guests.”
Custom Line Atelier also played a strategic role in the design process, working in close contact with the client to understand and interpret the style desired and transform the yacht into a faithful portrait of the owner. The atelier’s strategic consulting on interior design contributes to the development of timeless superyachts, with a special focus on customisation, ingenious materials and functional solutions, and an unmistakably refined style that reflects the customer’s personality and lifestyle at sea. In the case of the Custom Line Navetta 38, the atelier’s team played a key role in translating the design into reality, linking the vision and information provided by the designers with the needs of the suppliers and contractors. The most innovative approach here was avoiding the significant use of wood, marble and leather and instead embracing natural materials such as paper, oak and stone, which represent the latest trends in the industry and are ideal for creating a relaxed, cosy mood. www.customline-yacht.com
The first Custom Line Navetta 38 will have a neutral mood that further emphasises the bond with nature through natural, muted and neutral colours. The furnishings are custom designed from natural leather and wood using handcrafting techniques
The extended sun deck is an extraordinary space in which to socialise and relax, complete with a spectacular sea-view Jacuzzi aft with sun cushions, a sun lounge area forward and an open-air dining area under the shelter of a painted hard top
questions to Stefano de Vivo CCO of Ferretti Group
WhatisonthehorizonforCustomLine?
We have the development of the product range, with particular attention to the custom segment. The shipyard aims to expand its world of services, including activities such as refitting and crew management. This reflects the brand’s commitment to not only offering high-quality vessels, but customised solutions and premium services to meet the market’s growing needs. Arethereotherareasofinnovationthatthebrandisfocusingon?
Custom Line’s bold transition from GRP to metalwork represents a leap in quality for the brand, positioning it in the production of timeless high-end yachts in composite material and aluminum ranging from 30-50m in length. The brand looks to the future with ambition, developing the planing and displacement lines with bold and cutting-edge projects, such as the new Custom Line 50 – designed entirely in aluminum and with a displacement under 500gt.
HowisCustomLinetacklingtheenvironmentalchallenge?
Custom Line is committed to offering both a luxury and environmentally responsible sailing experience for futureminded owners. The Custom Line 50, for example, offers 10-15% savings in consumption compared to equivalent steel boats. At shipyard level, our Ancona facility has a trigeneration plant producing electric, heating and cooling power. The new Custom Line Navetta 38 also features a SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system, reducing NOx emissions by 70%.
WhatisCustomLine’scurrentglobaltrajectory?
Europe remains a historical pillar, and the brand has gained ground in the Middle East thanks to the extraordinary comfort of our yachts. In America, the planing line has been appreciated for its performance and reduced draft for shallow water cruising. Recently, the Far East has seen Custom Line emerge as one of the market leaders thanks to the quality of our yachts and the reputation of the Ferretti Group.
Whathavebeenthepivotalmomentsoverthelastyear?
Custom Line’s strength is remaining faithful to its original vocation by focusing on interior customisation, providing winning combinations of cutting-edge technologies, ingenious functional solutions and a refined and unmistakable ‘Made in Italy’ design. Each creation of the brand is unique and aims to reflect the personality and taste of the owners.
MANGUSTA ETERNITY
The third superyacht in Oceano 50 range is truly a work of art. Designed by Overmarine Group and Alberto Mancini with engineering by Ausonio, she is the expression of a clear vision from her owners and every aspect of this vessel reflects meticulous attention to detail and innovative thinking
by Jane Catchpole
Boasting a blend of cutting-edge technology and awe inspiring design, one of Eternity’s most noteworthy features has to be the seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces, facilitated by floor-to-ceiling windows and state-of-the-art opening systems. Taking into consideration the owner’s desire to maximise the already impressive interior volumes, large side windows allow an abundance of natural light to flood the main and upper saloons, while the clever use of concealed strip LEDs creates a subtle ambiance without overpowering the space.
The stunning interior design concept revolves heavily around the contrast between shapes, textures, and colours. Classic materials like ebony, used in conjunction with white wood, are then juxtaposed with futuristic shapes to create a visually captivating and luxurious environment. This contrast is evident in the owner’s capacious stateroom, located on the main deck, where a striking circular bed made of ebony takes centre stage and is mirrored by the geometric patterns seen in the ceiling design and lighting elements. Another impressive feature of the stateroom is a fully automated balcony, providing the ultimate private retreat for the owner. On the lower deck, five guest cabins, including a full-beam VIP suite, echo the warm, soft colour palettes found in the stateroom. Throughout the yacht, this carefully curated blend of colours, materials, and finishes creates a sense of cohesion and sophistication.
From the custom table with Ocean Storm marble top in the dining area and the gold-stain Calacatta marble used in the bathrooms to the sumptuous Minotti sofas creating the feel of a cinema on the upper deck, every detail exudes luxury and style. Unique Cardoso stone pieces, engraved to the owner’s imaginative concept are surely one of the most striking features, highlighting the marriage of classic and contemporary design seen in every area.
Stepping outside, custom-made sofas and deck furniture can be found in similar shades and shapes to the interior, resulting in a harmonious continuity. The beach area is a marvel of design, with aft and side doors opening out to create three connected terraces, providing wonderful ease of access to the sea as well as shower and day head for optimum convenience. A luxurious Turkish bath featuring a large window offers indulgent relaxation with an exclusive view of the ocean.
Technological innovation is also a key feature of the Mangusta Oceano 50. From the special counterflow swimming system in the pool to the retractable television on the sundeck, every aspect of the yacht is designed to enhance the owner’s experience.
The Mangusta Oceano 50 is not just a yacht; it is a work of art. From its sleek exterior to its lavish interior, every detail of Eternity has been thoughtfully crafted to provide a definitive luxury experience from the moment you step on board.
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Custom sofas made by the shipyard maximise the impressive exterior entertaining space, whilst in the main saloon, floor to ceiling windows allow natural light to flood in
In the owner’s stateroom (above), a contrast of geometric shapes, colours and textures play in perfect harmony. Throughout the yacht, this carefully curated blend of colours, materials, and finishes creates a sense of cohesion and sophistication
questions to Maurizio Balducci CCO of Overmarine Group
WhatwastheinspirationbehindtheOceanorange?
We created the Mangusta Oceano range thinking of yachts that had great on board liveability, considerable autonomy and maximum comfort, all combined with a beautiful line. A sort of dream villa by the sea, designed to blend completely with the surrounding environment, almost becoming part of it. Howhasthemodelevolved?
The first model of the line was the award-winning Mangusta Oceano 43, in which the Group entered the world of long-range metal vessels. Six units of Oceano 43 were delivered in approximately five years. This model has evolved into the new Mangusta Oceano 44. The Mangusta Oceano is the long-range three deck displacement line, to which belong the Mangusta Oceano 39, 44, 46 and 50 metres.
Her layout offers a variety of possibilities, including the option to add a sixth cabin. On MY Eternity, the Owner wanted a secluded full-beam VIP cabin, but the use of this bonus space is really up to the individual. Optimal use is also made of the foredeck. Underway, it has settee seating and sunbeds, but when the tender is launched and the decking is folded back, the empty tender bay can be filled with water to create a huge pool (6.5m long and 1.8m deep), with counterflow swimming system. This forward garage location has allowed the stern to be filled with a huge beach club, which can be opened on three sides, and lit through four glass skylights connected to the main deck above it. Howmanyunitshavebeensoldsofar?
The Mangusta Oceano 50 was launched to the market in 2019 and the first unit touched the water in 2021. The total units sold of the Mangusta Oceano 50 so far is six - approximately one unit delivered per year. The next available unit is hull number seven with delivery scheduled in Summer 2027. WhatkindofpersonownsanOceano50likeEternity?
The Owner of a boat like Eternity is a someone who really enjoys life at sea and who will fall in love with the incomparable onboard volumes. They will also have an appreciation for the uninterrupted connection between interior and exterior spaces, thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that open up completely.
Where Softness meets the Sea
by Micaela Zucconi - ph. by Ilaria Corticelli
Islands, sand, crystal clear waters and the beauty of marine life, their pristine shades woven into the decorative motifs on fine yarns. All for the luxury, comfort and functionality of the finest interiors. Introducing the new Ocean Collection by Luxury Carpet Studio, dedicated to the sea
Even when walking barefoot while blindfolded, few would fail to recognise the sensual caress of a carpet or rug created by Luxury Carpet Studio. Unique textures, capable of infusing a truly memorable sensory experience, accentuated by natural shades and decorative patterns. The latest Ocean collection, designed by Elisabetta Santoro, is conceived as a journey to explore a world beneath the waves, inspired by images of sea creatures, of the ocean, of sand, rendered in their complementary colours (blue, red-violet-pink, in various tones). From the striped patterns of shells to the iridescence shades of pearls and the sun reflecting off the sea, every detail has been given a style and an aesthetic to create a feeling of true immersion. The Ocean Collection
is tailored to fit seamlessly among the interiors of luxury yachts. An example is the new Atollo model, inspired by a bird’s eye view of an island capturing how it gradually merges with the sea and its depths, similar to the lines of a topographical map. Refined three-dimensional effects are achieved through embossing, a complex process that requires exceptional skill and a generous dose of artistic sensitivity, as the carpet is literally carved into being. The Light Jellyfish design is instead inspired by its graceful, drifting counterpart. Two versions are available: a darker option with a blue bottom that evokes the ocean and a lighter option in which the animal is reproduced on a shining background, providing a more decorative, more graphic rendering. The chosen material is natural bamboo yarn. More than
questions to Vincenzo Solenne CEO
of Luxury
Carpet Studio
What is next for Luxury Carpet Studio?
We hope to open new locations in the UK and in New York.
What are your expectations in terms of business development over the next few years?
Our goal is to become a driving force in the superyacht industry on a global scale within the next five years. Our designs and unique style have always been at the heart of the relationship we foster with our customers. This sets us apart and allows us to gain an increasingly significant market share, particularly when it comes to the hospitality sector. Our goal is to achieve a European share of approximately 20 per cent in all sectors.
Do you think there is room for implementing cutting-edge techniques in the production process?
We have chosen to make room for talent and craftsmanship, striving to promote the value of a hand-made production in its purest meaning. All our products are entirely handmade and therefore just as customisable. We will continue to pursue innovation in everything we do, from the choice of materials to our designs. How do you envision the future of interior design on megayachts?
There are two trends that currently stand out. The first is a more decorative trend, with a greater emphasis on detail, on design. This is something of a new trend for the industry. In the past, there were few who dared to push the boundaries, preferring the safety of neutral tones and little reliance on workmanship.
The second is more oriented towards onboard lifestyle. There is a growing focus on designing an interior environment increasingly integrated with the outdoors via new communicating spaces. The interior spaces on board are mostly designed without any separation with the outside areas. This is a new way of conceiving how to allocate spaces throughout a yacht, a tendency that first took off during the pandemic, for the obvious reason of people wanting more space, yet the trend seems to have caught on and continues to play a heavy role even in today’s naval architecture.
In which luxury sectors are you active?
We work in the yachting, retail, hospitality and residential sectors.
In these pages, the Light Jellyfish, inspired by the drifting form of the model’s namesake. Both belong to the new Ocean Collection by Luxury Carpet.
Opening pages, the Atollo, inspired by a bird’s eye view of an island, featuring a topographical map effect
200 colours were selected, forming a broad range of tones that make the carpets that more precious. Luxury Carpet Studio offers bespoke solutions tailored to the aesthetic and functional demands of each individual project, where technical excellence meets the design, style and versatility of continuous innovation.
The company works in close collaboration with yacht designers in order to transform a customers’ vision into a tangible reality born from their wide range of high-end materials including wool, natural silk, viscose, bamboo and cotton. Every collection raises the bar even higher in terms of stylistic choices and technical skill, ever exploring new territory and seeking out new challenges. www.luxurycarpet.it
It all comes Down to DNA
Genetics never change, rather they are handed down over time, a fact that has defined three generations of Cantù-based furniture manufacturer Galbiati Fratelli, in which a family tradition of attention to detail, originality and craftsmanship have continued to inspire tailor-made products
by Monica Zani - ph. courtesy by Galbiati Fratelli
It was a driving passion for metalwork that first brought Galbiati Fratelli into being, a manufacturer of luxury custom-made furniture. Working away in the company’s first headquarters - their grandmother’s basement - Alessandro and Alberto Galbiati eventually upgraded in 1962 to their first actual workshop, from which they produced coffee tables, mirrors, consoles, chairs and armchairs, all classic pieces, followed by brass and wrought iron beds, added to their burgeoning repertoire during the ’70s and ‘80s. Today, the family business offers both classic and contemporary items, made with the experience of three generations, combined with state-of-the-art technology. But there is more to their furniture that goes beyond its quality. Galbiati Fratelli’s creations represent an alignment of essential elements, each of which contributes fundamentally to ensuring their pieces always stand out: original designs, high craftsmanship and attention to detail, all of which is channelled into their successful production process. In fact, the company prides itself on just how accurately they can meet customer demand with the unmatched quality of unique pieces tailored to design and demand.
Every product is born from the tip of a pencil, its genetic code written into lines and proportions impressed upon what starts as nothing more than a blank sheet of paper, followed by a design phase, dedicated to each of the product’s parts, and a machine phase. Here, the raw brass, collected in the form of tubes, bars or cast metal, is shaped to be worked, polished, possibly gilded or silver-plated, and finally coated in a transparent oven-baked varnish to protect the item throughout its long lifetime.
One of the company’s most recent projects, the Alpemare Outdoor Collection, is the outcome of a close partnership with Alpemare (Forte dei Marmi, Tuscany), a product line characterised by essential, elegant lines, designed to enrich any outdoor space, whether a garden or an urban terrace. Its manufacturing makes use of marine-grade stainless steel, wrought iron and curated metals combined with outdoor fabrics. The quality of materials used meets the company’s hallmark workmanship to realise outdoor furniture capable of defying the elements, with the aspiration to last an eternity written into its DNA. www.galbiatifratelli.it
Pictured here, the Leaf armchair, designed by Matto Citterio, featuring a leaf-shaped backrest; the armchair’s frame is made using stainless steel and brass with a galvanised black nickel finish; the cushions are upholstered with fabrics by Rubelli. Opposite page: the Clara Swing chair, designed by Matto Citterio, from the Alpemare Collection by Galbiati, set on the shore of the Alpemare Beach Club, featuring a stainless-steel frame and variously patterned cushions
questions to Alessandra Galbiati Marketing
Manager
Galbiati Fratelli is founded on craftsmanship and handmade production: what is the secret to surviving in an increasingly technological world? We stake everything on the quality of our craftsmanship. Every piece we produce is carefully crafted from a unique custom design, tailored to the customer’s specific needs. This forges an equally unique bond with our customers. Another aspect that sets us apart from mass production is the durability of our furniture: in a world dominated by fast fashion, our products stand out for their longer life expectancy. We do, however, recognise the value of technological progress. By integrating innovation into our process, we can still optimise production without compromising the quality of tailored craftsmanship.
As luxury and yachting tend to go hand in hand, and Galbiati Fratelli has experience in both, do you find yachting to be an interesting world to explore up close? Absolutely. The yachting sector is a fascinating opportunity because it offers us the chance to create custom-made components and accessories for luxury yachts. In a sector like yachting, keen attention to detail, quality of materials and original designs are essential and all fundamental values at the heart of our craftsmanship-centric approach.
Your latest outdoor collection deviates somewhat from the company’s more recognisable style. What is it that makes this new collection stand out? The outdoor ‘Alpemare Collection by Galbiati’ represents an exciting development. The collection stems from our collaboration with Bagno Alpemare, an iconic bathing establishment in Forte dei Marmi, restored to its former glory by the Bocelli family. This collection is designed to transport Galbiati Fratelli’s distinctive style into outdoor spaces, combining our hallmark commitment to quality craftsmanship with a more flexible, contemporary feel.
What materials are used in this collection? Quality is our priority: we use AISI 316 stainless steel, wrought iron and carefully selected metals, along with first-class fabrics, all materials that are suitable for the outdoors, capable of withstanding the elements and that can last an eternity, without compromising the style and elegance that define our brand.
This year you will be taking part once again in the Salone del Mobile.Milano. How important are trade fairs to Galbiati Fratelli? Trade fairs are essential, especially such a prestigious event as the Salone del Mobile.Milano, which will always be marked on our calendar. The Milan show gives us the unique opportunity to connect with international customers and business partners and receive direct feedback about our products, allowing us to improve and adapt our business strategy.
Above,the Ortica balustrade, designed by Studio Architettura 8&A. Above, to the left: a coffee table and armchairs from Collection 70, designed by Matteo Stucchi and made using bronze powder-coated steel; the seat, back and armrests are coated in white fur. Left,the Porta Nuova balustrade, designed by Studio Architettura 8&A. Below, the Eva armchair from the Alpemare Collection by Galbiati, designed by Ivo Redaelli Studio
Design and More
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For over 25 years Edilfare Piscine has been designing architectural swimming pools that provide added value for well-being and lifestyle on land and on yachts
Maximum precision in terms of space is a crucial element in yacht design, especially in the context of swimming pools.
Over the years this has been the focus of Edilfare Piscine’s quest for excellence, enabling it to develop expertise in designing bespoke pools that are both beautiful and hyper-functional.
This means design and much more besides, as CEO Fabio Signorelli prefers not to limit himself to design, although it’s a critical part of the development process – he also handles technical aspects of the creation and construction. This approach enables the Edilfare Piscine team to provide clients with all-round support, from the moment they decide to have a pool right up to the maintenance stage. This assistance also involves restoration or redevelopment if it’s necessary to bring an existing facility up-to-date – exactly what you’d expect from a team of pool experts.
Edilfare Piscine specialises in on-board and land-based
Veronica Lempi - ph. courtesy by Edilfare Piscine
Julien Hubert - TWW Yachts
Above, Infinity pool with “touch” effect PVC membrane coating. The pool features technology that creates a motion similar to that of the sea, making it possible to swim against the current Opposite, top, the onboard pool created for MyGrey.
design, and its projects enhance prestigious residences in Italy and the South of France from the Côte d’Azur to Sardinia, Puglia and Versilia, fulfilling the wishes of a demanding, contemporary clientele concerned with aesthetics as well as efficient functioning, clean water and the products used – plus, of course, a desire to maximise the pool experience.
Architects can make use the Edilfare Piscine team’s consultancy services, adapting the aesthetic to match the overall mood of the project or placing themselves entirely in the hands of the expert pool consultant, who will focus on the specific features of every build.
“In order to enhance the quality of the Edilfare Piscine service even more we recently decided to take on new professionals”, says Fabio Signorelli, the company CEO. “They are specialists in the development of 3D renders, enabling clients to visualise the final result in day and night settings”.
Edilfare Piscine provides a design service that encompasses not only the outdoor setting and surrounding landscape but also takes into account how the pool is used. Every project is different, designed and
constructed to reflect the specific desires and requirements of the clients, their home and their lifestyle. As well supplying technical and aesthetic design, Edilfare Piscine also offers consultancy services on how to manage energy flows with the aim of maximising clients’ well-being during their pool experience through the methods of construction used. This means ensuring the pool enjoys optimal orientation and inclination. Water means abundance, and according to the dictates of Feng Shui it can be informed and instructed, becoming a means of generating wellbeing.
Finally, for Edilfare Piscine enhancing the transparency of the water architecture also means being aware of the health of the individual and the planet –the company selects high-quality products with everdecreasing use of chemicals and combines elegant shapes with a search for sensory, hygienic materials. The company has recently introduced a new service, installing natural-effect ‘touch’ PVC membranes in its pools. www.edilfare.it
Below, Fabio Signorelli, CEO and founder of Edilfare Piscine
Luxury Details
Bertazzoni Lift Marine and ICM Lift Marine are benchmarks in the creation of design elevators with unique technology that feature on board the most prestigious superyachts, made in Italy and elsewhere
by Samuela Urbini - ph. courtesy by Bertazzoni/ICM Lift Marine
Bertazzoni Lift Marine and ICM Lift Marine are two important Italian commercial enterprises, both centres of excellence in their respective fields, and the companies pool their expertise to offer an even higher-quality product. Both are backed by experience in production (ICM) and installation (Bertazzoni) of elevators for land-based architecture. In the early 2000s Benetti commissioned Ezio Bertazzoni to produce elevators for some of its 60-metre megayachts and Bertazzoni immediately turned to ICM, given their experience in supplying custom elevators. From that moment on they began specialising in the design, construction and installation of elevators and dumb
Opposite page, Massimo Bezzi, CEO of ICM Lift Marine, and Gianluca Bertazzoni, CEO of Bertazzoni Lift Marine, who together produce and instal luxury elevators. Round or square, discreet or spectacular, there are no limits to the creativity dedicated to these products, as can be seen in the examples on these pages. Top right, the elevator on the 75-metre Admiral Kenshō of the Italian Sea Group; it is in bronze and with glass panels with an interior fabric layer
waiters for technologically advanced, aesthetically sophisticated yachts. Their portfolio of clients includes Benetti, Sanlorenzo and the Ferretti Group, with its CRN, Custom Line and Riva brands. Rossinavi, Codecasa, Baglietto, ISA Palumbo and more recently
The Italian Sea Group also joined this prestigious line-up. Not forgetting, of course, yards in the UAE and Turkey. “In late 2021 we installed elevator and dumb waiter systems on the world’s largest composite yacht”, says Massimo Bezzi, CEO of ICM Lift Marine, “A 175-foot Majestic that was a significant design challenge for us. And now we have a project for another 160-foot model”.
The success of the team lies in their readiness to say ‘Yes’ to unusual requirements, always managing to find a way to engineer and manufacture them. Take, for example, a concealed elevator to the sun deck, or the dumb waiter popping up out of the sun deck table, designed for an owner wanting to take coffee on the terrace and now installed on at least two or three yachts a year. “We’re doing something
even more unusual for a new project for a Viareggio yard”, says Gianluca Bertazzoni, CEO of Bertazzoni Lift Marine. “It’s an 80-metre yacht for an owner who’s also bought a tender, a more agile 30-metre craft. He wants to instal an elevator that can facilitate access to the aft beach platform for a member of the family, but it mustn’t be seen. This led to a number of safety, reliability and design challenges. But now it’s in the definitive manufacture stage”. As the number of systems mounted on yachts sailing on the world’s seas was increasing, ten years ago the two companies set up Vertec Marine, handling assistance, scheduled maintenance and repairs in a maximum of 72 hours, using spares kept available in case of breakdowns, operating from two service points, one in Italy covering the entire Mediterranean and one at Fort Lauderdale covering the US, with facilities also provided by partners in Los Angeles, Dubai and Singapore. The result is comprehensive client care backed by a reliable operator. www.icmliftmarine.com www.bertazzoniascensori.com
Be Future-Proof
by Paola Bertelli
Volvo Penta’s IPS Professional Platform shakes up the superyacht world.
The Swedish company has taken on the sustainable propulsion challenge by designing a platform that can use various combinations of energy sources. Its flexibility makes it possible to adapt yachts to future energy demands
Once again Volvo Penta sets the pace. Its new IPS Professional Platform means the company is prepared to address the issue of decarbonisation in the superyacht sector and take on a leading role. The new platform made its official debut at the Düsseldorf Boat Show last January. For the occasion Volvo Penta organised an event together with the Sanlorenzo yard where talk centred on the IPS Professional Platform and possible medium and long-term scenarios for propulsion systems. It’s a future that offers some exciting prospects, involving not only electrical power but also many alternative fuels like HVO, methanol and hydrogen. This bewildering array of potential alternatives makes the new IPS Professional Platform a very strong contender, as it is a technically advanced platform designed to be flexible, capable of working with various energy sources and combining them on board every yacht.
With its IPS Professional Platform, Volvo Penta is ready for any scenario.
“The IPS Professional Platform”, says Nicola Pomi, global yacht and superyacht director Volvo Penta, “Is the result of a process that began with the launch of the IPS almost 20 years ago. All the advantages of this now tried and tested technology, like greater manoeuvrability and on-board
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space, high propulsion efficiency and reduced emissions and noise, are also offered by this new platform, which has been significantly improved and now opens the way to sustainable propulsion in the superyachts of the future”. The first craft to take to the water equipped with the IPS Professional Platform will be the new Sanlorenzo SX 120 in 2025. The first version of the platform will mount traditional IC engines – it should be emphasised that Volvo’s diesel engines are already HVO compliant. The next platform, set to appear in 2026, will support hybrid technologies and the others will gradually be introduced until total electrification is achieved.
“We estimate that around 2030-2035 we’ll be seeing a well-defined trend involving the new yacht propulsion systems beginning to take shape”, says Pomi. “Until now, though, owners ordering a new yacht must make an important decision about which system to use. They also have to take resale value into account. The IPS Professional is the most technologically cutting-edge system on the superyacht market and the versatility provided by propulsion sources provides maximum flexibility. The IPS Professional Platform is our future-proof response!” www.volvopenta.com
The IPS Profession Platform linked to two IC engines (left) and in a hybrid version (below).
The first installations will be introduced in 2025 on the Sanlorenzo SX120 models (top). Opposite, Nicola Pomi, global yacht and superyacht director Volvo Penta
A 40-metre yacht with sleek, dynamic lines and large spaces and volumes, a challenge successfully met by Riva shipyard and Officina Italiana Design, which handled the interior and exterior design, creating a yacht in contemporary style featuring unique open air areas
by Paola Bertelli
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escribing a 40-metre yacht in one word seems impossible, but the Riva 130’ Bellissima can be summed up in this way – balance. A balance of shapes, style and spaces. It is the flagship of Riva’s planing flybridge line, and, it comes from the pen of Mauro Micheli of Officina Italiana Design, as has been the practice for thirty years now, in collaboration with the yard.
It’s a striking, elegant presence on the water with its shark grey livery, three distinctive lines defining its profile and personality, unusual dark bands with windows running from bow to stern, receding windshield, moderately angled bow and streamlined hard top. All these give a dynamic appearance to a yacht that skilfully manages its large volumes while retaining sleek, slender lines.
It is a three-deck design, the first planing flybridge model in the range to be laid out in this way. Aesthetic rigour and performance go hand in hand.
The length of 40 metres and beam of almost 8 metres has made available spacious, fluid interior and exterior spaces – the main deck, for example, features a striking aft area. It develops over three levels for a total of 60 square metres, all interconnected, and dedicated to the beach area (with a lower platform on the sea compared to other Riva models and a second on an intermediate level with cockpit) and the cockpit itself, which dialogues with the generous saloon surrounded by windows that project it towards the exterior environment.
The clean, harmonious stylistic philosophy that underpins the exteriors by Officina Italiana Design also appears inside the yacht, and bright, contemporary spaces display a very coherent style created by a handful of finishes throughout - including rosewood, statuary marble, steel, leather, mirrors and lacquered panels – and a colour palette based on a pleasing
contrast of dark and light with plays of reflections helping to expand the spaces.
The main deck saloon is a rarefied, sophisticated space, with two deep white sofas defining the conversation area and introducing the dining area. A two-metre high staircase in the background draws the attention here. The light marble steps lit from below seem to float in the air. The staircase is highlighted in the main interior, separated from it by a glass screen. Pieces selected from collections by Poliform, Cassina and Fiam skilfully complement bespoke furniture pieces, providing a rather domestic atmosphere in a space intended for sailing and the exterior furnishings are by Roda. All creators of skilfully-made, high-quality products – just like Riva.
The owner’s suite forward covers the yacht’s entire width. Large rectangular windows frame the seascape and allow light to fill the cabin, laid out with a lobby/study, dressing and sleeping area with sofa and armchair. An entire wall covered in leather squares serves as a headboard. Situated forward are two heads with walk-though shower in the centre.
The guest area with four VIP cabins and crew quarters with three cabins and a mess are on the lower deck, with the former amidships and the latter in the bows with separate walkways.
Sheltered and covered, the large outdoor dining area on the upper deck communicates with the interior skylounge, a more intimate space than the main deck saloon, with sofas facing the large wall TV. The huge outdoor lounge forward features sofas, tables, sunpad and hydromassage pool. Finally, the sun deck, another convivial open-air setting designed for relaxation, where the lounge covered by the hard top is followed to aft by a terrace with sunpad. www.riva-yacht.com
Imposing and elegant, the Riva 130’ Bellissima is 40 metres long and has an 8-metre beam. It is laid out over three decks and comes in at under 300 GT. To side, the flybridge lounge with freestanding pieces by Roda. Opening, the main deck saloon with Modrian sofas by Poliform and the coffee table, with structure in glossy rosewood, top in glass and glossy rosewood and sides in sole leather is a custom-made piece by Riva
The cockpit (right) with bar; side table by Roda. The interiors feature an extreme stylistic uniformity. The main finishes are light rosewood, statuary marble, steel, leathers, mirrors and varnished panels. Top, the upper deck saloon. with Mondrian sofas by Poliform with thin armrests and upholstered in Poliform fabric kushiro Ice color. Opposite page, top, the main deck dining area with Dodge table by Cassina and chairs. Bottom, the scenic stairs to the sleeping area on the lower deck
Exterior Design
Mauro Micheli, Officina Italiana Design
We did not receive a real brief from Riva but rather some guidelines. We were asked to design a boat bigger than the 110’ Dolcevita and with an extra third deck. In practice Bellissima is like a bigger sister, but with a style all of its own. As is our standard practice, we proposed our design to the shipyard, trying to work on volumes and spaces by creating a formal balance of lines, working hard on details for a design that is always elegant and unique.
Bellissima has sporty lines. This is the result of the perfect balance that we always strive for. The yacht has a very important feature: while maintaining generous volumes in every environment, the lines are sleek and slender. It was a challenge for us to keep the important volumes without making it heavy. Bellissima is instantly recognizable, certain aesthetic features help make this boat unique: first and foremost, the slight reverse-angle of the windshield. Then there’s the design of its hull windows, which run like an upwards black pencil stroke deftly drawn along its silvery flank. These cues were introduced on the Riva 48’ Dolceriva: they are perfect also for yachts with bigger dimensions.
Distinctive characteristics aside, Bellissima is definitely a Riva, with the windows emphasizing the profile, the full and empty spaces, the shark colours and the classic stylistic features and distinctive signs that are part of the Riva family feeling, such as the use of steel, leather and mahogany. It is a very pleasant boat overall. We are very happy with the result and how our quest for the perfect balance of lines has been achieved in this model. I think the market also appreciates it - even before it was presented at the fairs, I think the yard had signed sales contracts for seven examples.
is the first planing flybridge in the range laid out over three decks. The emphasis is on the social outdoor areas like the forward lounge with hydromassage pool (below) and the beach club’s two sea terraces aft (opposite page, bottom)
Mauro Micheli (left) and Sergio Beretta (right), the founder of Officina Italiana Design, centre Andrea Catucci, exterior designer. The Riva 130’ Bellissima
Interior Design
Mauro Micheli, Officina Italiana Design
As with the exterior, we didn’t receive a particular brief for the interior. We usually make two or three proposals to the shipyard and together we choose the style of boat n.1. Then the owners decorate her according to their personal taste. Bellissima stands out for its wide, fluid spaces, for its elegant lines and the balance of forms that characterizes all Riva yachts. It was created to meet universal tastes, not just for a specific market. The division of the areas is well marked while creating a constant connection between the inside and outside, just like a home.
The main materials we used on board are steel, polished wood and leather. As on board all Rivas, this maintains a strong link with tradition and with the Riva style. We also added touches of exclusivity to avoid monotony without chasing after fashions. The Riva style stands out among them all.
A strong design feature is the staircase that connects the bridges but at the same time creates a unique visual perception. It was a challenge that led to excellent results. The glass that separates it from the dining area but at the same time allows it to be seen and admired contributes a special lightness to the whole. It is constructed in such a way that it does not interfere with the availability of space, as it has not impinged on the cabin layout. It becomes an architectural element in itself, enhancing its function as a link between the decks.
My personal favourite spaces on board? The saloon. It is fresh, bright and elegant. The staircase certainly contributes to this feeling. It provides freshness and character at the same time. The light passing through the steps contributes to the sense of airy brightness. It’s an element that doesn’t enclose you - on the contrary it breaks through the space, contributing to the balance of the lines.
The outdoor dining area (left) on the upper deck is equipped with a Gloster Carver table, with teak top, and varnished steel Harp chairs by Roda. Opposite page, top and bottom lef, the owner’s cabin (in the foreground Stanford armchair by Poliform) is on the main deck; four VIP cabins are on the lower deck. Top, the master bathroom with stattuarietto marble; Tabouret LC9 pouf is by Cassina
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Stefano de Vivo, Chief Commercial Officer of Ferretti Group
Superlative, spacious, innovative and, of course, extremely beautiful – that’s how I’d sum up the Riva 130’ Bellissima. We wanted a flybridge model that was larger than the 110’ Dolcevita, which had generous volumes and sleek lines, with the unmistakeable Riva style but also some unique details. I think we hit the bull’s-eye. Its great strength is undoubtedly its indoor and outdoor spaces.
They’re extensive, designed to provide the maximum in terms of comfort and privacy and give guests the feeling of being in constant contact with the sea.
Keeping the Riva 130’ Bellissima under 300 GT was a real challenge, especially as the yacht has three true decks and is entirely wide-body. We used innovative materials in its build, providing the necessary structural rigidity while keeping weight down. We dedicated more space to living areas, reducing the immersed surface. By using carbon fibre in the first and second order of the superstructure we were able to maintain the yacht’s stability and provide maximum comfort.
The heart of the design has to be the grand marble staircase in the main saloon, linking the three decks. It’s impossible not to be entranced by it – it has a precise architectural function but it’s also a genuine work of art.
The spectacular aft area shows the future of the beach club concept – it has a powerful impact and is extremely functional. Lowered and open to the sea, it comprises a large beach club and generous cockpit. There is a sea-level platform at the stern, preceding the sunpad area. The gangway also serves as an adjustable swim ladder. We can regard the Riva 130’ Bellissima as an exceptional success, and eight have been sold so far. It’s met a favourable response in all markets, including the United States.
The helm station on the upper deck. The yacht is powered by a pair of 2,638 mhp MTUs. It has a top speed of 22.5 knots and 20 knot cruising speed
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STATE OF THE ART
It took shape in RollsRoyce’s Coachbuild department at the express request of a committed petrolhedonist. Product in an exclusive run of just one example, the Amethyst is one of only four vehicles in the Droptail project. A roadster in a nautical design version, the ultimate expression of the bespoke concept
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Diego Tamone - ph. courtesy by Rolls-Royce
A series of design studies for the Amethyst Droptail project, a luxurious two-seat roadster by Rolls-Royce with removable hard top (top). The details and interior lines take many cues from nautical design
Can a car be created in exactly the same way as a work of art? With the same passion, the same genius, the same sensitivity as a gifted, devoted artist? And can it arouse in observers a kind of Stendhal syndrome, inspired by a mechanical object? Such reflections, both romantic and philosophical, provide an idea of the current thinking at Rolls-Royce, an automobile manufacturer long regarded as the best of the best while always being in search of something different, something unique, never seen before despite an offer of almost unlimited opportunities for personalisation.
For some years the responses to this demand have taken shape in the Coachbuild department, an artisanal ideas workshop that plays the same role for the prestigious British automotive factory as an atelier does for an haute couture house – in other words, it’s a place where inspiration is drawn from a dialogue between mind, hands and materials, but where there’s also room for a touch of healthy madness. There’s only one rule, to reset what has been done before, or has been done by others, to go beyond. It was here that the idea of a sort of controlled creative
Below, the front of the car with the classic Pantheon grille, for the first time with a curved upper section. Opposite page, from top. this view highlights the unusual aft section of the Droptail, similar to an aft deck. The attention to detail lavished on the interiors, with the extensive use of wood
workshop was born, a place where it’s possible to recreate the methods used in the first half of the 20th Century. At this time Rolls-Royce would deliver their chassis to illustrious coachbuilders, which then made bodies and interiors that often reflected the client’s express demands. This artisanal workshop approach led to the creation of the Sweptail project in 2017, the Boat Tail programme in 2021 and now the Droptail initiative, the third chapter in a hedonistic journey through Rolls-Royce’s history. This dates back to the early decades of the 20th Century, a period
The Rolls-Royce Amethyst Droptail is an elegant expression of timeless design. It takes its colour from a wild desert flower, the Globe Amaranth, which is also used in the interiors alongside an open-pore Coromandel wood. The same material is used at the rear for the largest wood surface the marque has ever created
when a new generation of clients in America ushered in an entirely new concept of car ownership – two-seater roadsters to be enjoyed for the sheer pleasure of the driving experience. This luxurious vehicle captures the spirit of the Silver Ghost “Sluggard” of 1912, the Silver Ghost Piccadilly of 1925, the Phantom Brewster New York Roadster of 1930 but transport it into the future. It’s also clear that the style owes a great deal to the nautical world - take, for example, the rear section with its “aft deck”, designed to evoke the sail yachts of the 1930s. This may be the most striking example, but it’s not the only one - the removable hard top with electrochromic glass creates a shape reminiscent of highly streamlined craft, while the car’s interior design seems to be the result of the skilful work of an expert shipwright exploring the frontiers of his craft. The wood blends with the aluminium and carbon fibre, taking on fluid forms that at the rear of the vehicle evoke the shape of a jib sail filling out in the wind. The car is powered by a six-litre V12 engine – but for once, this is the least important detail! rolls-roycemotorcars.com
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A SUPERSONIC APARTMENT
Created to cross half the world without stopping, the Bombardier Global 8000 proved to be very fast during flight tests - an exclusive aircraft for a chosen few
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Sergio Barlocchetti - ph. courtesy by Bombardier
Let me make this clear, the day I can pilot this plane will also be the day I’ll be satisfied with my career as flight test engineer and pilot. I daren’t dream of more. During a test flight in 2021 the Bombardier Global 8000 business jet reached a speed of Mach 1.01 (671.2 Kts), at least according to the pilot of the NASA F-18 that was acting as chase plane. In other words, the G8000 flew at over the speed of sound and did so again when testing flight performance using sustainable fuel (SAF). These kinds of speed aren’t obligatory, it’s possible to cruise respectably and with an eye to reducing fuel consumption at Mach 0.92 or even Mach 0.85, which at the typical long-distance flight altitude where the temperature is several tens of degrees below zero, are still above 1.041 km/h. Much faster than the aircraft’s rivals. But that’s not why it’s called the Global 8000 – its name reflects the 8,000-mile range it’s capable of, enabling it to cross the world in a single flight, taking off, example, in Dubai and landing in Houston or leaving the UK and arriving in Australia. It can also use shorter 1,800-metre runways and climb above turbulence to flight level 510, or in other words, altitudes of 15.5 km. Its certified maximum load is 19 seats, but it performs best with a maximum of eight people on board. Its jaw-dropping interiors with huge windows mean that this aircraft is practically a flying apartment with four living spaces. The standard-size kitchen is equipped with a convection and microwave oven and a sizeable fridge. In other words, if you’re lucky
enough to be among the privileged few flying on board the Global 8000 you can employ your favourite chef and give him or her free rein to display their culinary skills. If you have work to do during the flight, the Club Suite and Conference Suite mean you do it in a stress-free environment – the usable interior space measures 16.59 metres in length, 2.44 metres wide and above all 1.88 metres tall, so it’s possible to walk around upright and high heels will present no problems. Passengers will breathe well on board this aircraft – at maximum altitude the cabin air pressure is just over 1,100 metres, and the climatising unit renews the volume of interior air in only 90 seconds. Those who suffer from jet lag have two choices – sleep in the double bed or use the Dynamic Daylight lighting system that helps synchronise the circadian rhythm with the landing time. Development of the 8000 was driven by the demand for longer range expressed by the around 150 owners of the Global 7500, the previous model. Not all of them will move automatically from the older aircraft to the 8000, but for a hire company having a such an outstanding model in its fleet means being able to offer unique travel experiences even over long distances, when excellent WiFi connectivity and comfortable seats aren’t enough to make the length of the flight tolerable. The price is 78 million dollars at launch, but with full specs this can easily exceed 80 million, but that won’t be a problem for those who choose it. https://businessaircraft.bombardier.com
The Bombardier Global 8000 business jet is practically an apartment with four spaces, a double bed and standard-size kitchen equipped with convection and microwave oven plus a fridge. Large windows allow light to flood the interiors. Those who suffer from jet lag can make use of the Dynamic Daylight lighting system that helps synchronise the circadian rhythm with the landing time
THE GENIUS OF GIO PONTI
Discovering the beauty and innovation of the inventor of Made in Italy through his iconic ceramics, a blend of art and design
by Micaela Zucconi
Villa Planchard plate designed by architect and designer Gio Ponti (Milan, 1891- Milan, 1979), Società Ceramica Richard-Ginori, 1957. Richard-Ginori museum at the Doccia factory in Sesto Fiorentino
Some covers of Domus and Stile magazines, edited by Gio Ponti and founded by him in 1928 and 1941 respectively (and reanimated from 1948 to 1979). They provided the architect with a means of promoting his concept of modernity
“Learn the things made with the hands. Nothing that was not first in the hands”, said Gio Ponti (1891-1979). The quotation brings to mind his iconic hands with flowers, almost a symbol of the thought processes of the architect, sculptor and designer. Ponti is regarded as one of the most important exponents of Italian style through his design work and his influence as editor of magazines like Domus and Stile, the network of relationships with artists, industrialists and artisans and his participation in exhibitions and shows in Italy and abroad promoting Made in Italy manufacture and design. In Faenza, the MIC (Museo Internazionale delle Ceramiche) dedicated to this eclectic genius has dedicated a retrospective of his career (until 13 October). “Gio Ponti. Ceramics 1922-1967. Over 200 works by the inventor of Made in Italy” depicts the maestro’s output in fourteen sections, with over 200 pieces including objects in ceramic and glass as well as furniture and drawings covering a period between 1922 and 1978, relating to his vision of a new, modern way of living. It’s not possible to talk about Gio Ponti without mentioning a crucial period in his career spent at the Richard Ginori factory, where he went to work immediately after graduating. Between 1921 and 1922 he was already beginning to put his ideas into practice, exploring classic Etruscan and Roman tradition and artistically-inspired artisanality, adapting them to modern tastes and the then-popular dictates of Art Deco. Ponti followed every aspect in the lifetime of his products, from conception to promotion and sales, opening the way for the development of Italian design. During his ten years as artistic director he designed around 200 models and 350 decorations.
It was through this high-quality series production that, in the words of the Ginori museum website, “He developed his initial thinking about the industry, decorative art and domestic furnishings, not just ceramics”. In 1933 he left the factory – although he remained in contact with it –and began his professional ascent in the world of the arts, design and architecture. His versatile creative talent ranged from ceramics - also for other companies in the industry like Pozzi and Gabbianelli) – to wallpaper with Delmonte, glass with Venini, ocean liners, skyscrapers like the Pirelli building in Milan and furniture and complements designed for the largest furnishing companies, including Cassina and Fontana Arte. His ceramic vases are sculptural pieces that are still highly sought-after, as
Above, from left, Gio Ponti, Bolo Labirintesco cup, Società Ceramica Richard-Ginori, 1926-40, Museo Internazionale di Ceramica in Faenza. Gio Ponti and Italo Griselli, La Terra Promessa sculpture, Doccia, Soc. Ceramica RichardGinori, 1927-30, MIC. To side, Gio Ponti, Alato cup, Soc. Ceramica Richard-Ginori, 1927, Museo Ginori, Sesto Fiorentino. Gio Ponti, two examples of Mano Fiorita, Soc. Ceramica Richard-Ginori, 1935, Museo Ginori
the prices they fetch at auction clearly show. His vision has influenced his successors, a list that includes Alessandro Mendini, Ettore Sottsass and contemporary talent like POL Polloniato, Diego Cibelli, Bertozzi&Casoni and Andrea Salvatori.
Curated by Stefania Cretella, the exhibition forms part of the programme mounted by the museum to highlight the people and manufacturers who are responsible for the success of Made in Italy ceramics. A crucial role has been played by the partnership of the Fondazione Museo Archivio Richard Ginori of the Doccia factory in Sesto Fiorentino and Gio Ponti Archives, which also collaborated in the film “Amare Gio Ponti”, directed by Francesca Molteni and produced by Muse Factory of Projects.
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Left, Gio Ponti and Libero Andreotti, Cista Conversazione Classica, Società Ceramica RichardGinori, 1924, Fondazione Archivio Richard Ginori at the Doccia factory
Left, Gio Ponti and Libero Andreotti, Angelo, Soc. Ceramica Richard-Ginori, 1926, Museo Ginori, Sesto Fiorentino. To side, Gio Ponti and Geminiano Cibau, Il Poeta, 1926-1930, Museo Internazionale delle Ceramiche, Faenza. Centre, left, Gio Ponti, Vaso Agata, c. 1925, Rosignano Marittimo (LI) Raffaello Pernici. To side, Gio Ponti, Vaso Prospettica, Soc. Ceramica Richard-Ginori, 1925, Museo Ginori. Gio Ponti and Tomaso Buzzi, elaborate table centrepiece for Italian embassies, 41 elementi, 1925-27, Soc. Ceramica Richard-Ginori, Fondazione Museo Archivio Richard Ginori at the Doccia factory
Food, Fashion, Nature
The pieces in a new line, the result of a collaboration between Vajillas de Ultramar and Josep Font, transform the table into a forum for a new aesthetic and social experience
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Marta Bernasconi, ph. courtesy by Vajillas de Ultramar
he La Vajilla tableware collection, presented in Italy for the first time during the Milan Design Week, provides a breath of fresh air, rewriting the rules of ceramic tableware and creating truly unique table settings.
The project is the result of the encounter between the Vajillas de Ultramar tableware manufacturer of Madrid and stylist Josep Font. The artisanal company was founded by Maria José Diez and Natalia López, who for ten years have been producing fine ceramic pieces made and painted entirely by hand in two Spanish ateliers. Their prestigious catalogue features table objects as well as terracotta vases and lamps with refined design and colours ranging from pure white to a palette of soft tones, including precious gold. Vajillas de Ultramar is joined in this creative adventure by Josep Font, creator of the quirky features displayed in the table line, which the fashion designer has infused with lightness and movement.
“I wanted to give this tableware collection a highly personal
The design makes it possible for a rigid material to simulate the lightness and flowing movement of fabric. The collaboration between Josep Font and Vajillas de Ultramar opens up new possibilities for ceramics and takes artisanal tableware to new heights
interpretation based on a study of volumes, organic construction and ornament, concepts that have been a constant presence in my life”. The artisanal aspect of the work and intense attention to detail ensure that every piece is unique.
The collection numbers 24 pieces divided into six sets, comprising dinner and bread plates, dessert dishes and bowls. The common theme and brand hallmark is the pure white colour, which becomes the ideal background for the material inclusions that make it possible. www.vajillasdeultramar.com
The complex production of the pieces in the collection interprets a poetic, dream-like vision of the table setting where nature plays a dominant role, with a tangible presence established by placing green elements in the specially-created loops
FLEXIBILITY, A TIMELESS VALUE
Extraordinary architecture designed to give humankind the best possible lifestyle. The philosophy underpinning the work of Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas comprises three fundamental values – versatility, constant evolution and experimentation with all that is as yet unknown
by Veronica Lempi - ph. courtesy by Studio Fuksas
Adialogue with architects Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas centres on a single set of values, a fixed point determining the key element in a particular approach to design, research, innovation and thinking – flexibility, a value that never ages. It’s a concept that will have an increasing influence on how we experience our homes. This philosophy is the hallmark of all products by Fuksas – for over fifty years the studio has emphasised evolution, creating extraordinary architecture designed to provide human beings with a better life. “In the end, our real client is humankind”, says Massimiliano Fuksas. “We
design with a constant desire to help people live better”. This is clearly demonstrated by one of the studio’s most recent commissions, ‘The Line’, a linear smart city in Saudi Arabia. Nine international companies are involved in the project, with Fuksas the only Italian representative. The studio is working on an unusual interpretation of space, a solution for a human community that has almost exhausted the availability of conventional surfaces on which to walk, sleep, live, and for which it is now necessary to invent new dimensions. ‘The Line’ focusses on at least three concepts that can help us acquire in-
The manta-ray structure of the Shenzen airport was developed to allow sunlight to enter from different angles, limiting the impact of the tropical temperatures. The honeycomb pattern is repeated in a number of situations
A couple in life and career, the architects Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas are at the helm of a studio with 170 professionals and offices in Rome, Paris and Shenzen. It has completed over 600 projects
depth appreciation of the Fuksas studio’s design philosophy – flexibility, evolution and passion for the unknown.
In fact, architects Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas consider designing unprecedented dimensions to be an exciting stimulus. “The demand for mere personalisation has diminished. Clients no longer want conventional structures, they want us to create architecture that is shaped using sartorial techniques”. It’s a very contemporary theme that is also an antidote to AI, despite the fact that the studio has always been committed to technological innovation. A brake has been applied in terms of AI, says M. Fuksas: “It will never replace artistic creation or intellectual property, simply because AI processes are based on something pre-existing, while we as human beings are always tempted by the unexplored. That’s true when designing spaces, too”.
The technological innovation described by Fuksas involves projects based on algorithms developed by the studio. As well ‘The Line’, another example is the Bao’an International Airport in Shenzen, for which the architects have used 80 proprietary algorithms to
Above, two exterior views of the Armani/Ginza Tower, the building designed for the fashion brand in Tokyo, which plays on variations of light. To side, the grand staircase designed for Armani 5th Avenue NYC, which provides an extraordinary experience of the space. Below, the walkway between the pavilions of the new Fiera Milano-Rho, designed as a city centre
Right and below, the work in progress on the extension and redevelopment project for Fontvieille, Monaco. Below, Ferrari’s Headquarters & Research Centre in Maranello. Seeking to bring nature into the building, the architects have worked with electricity, water and bamboo
design a 500,000 square metre wing laid out over three levels and enfolded in a double interior and exterior honeycomb skin. Fuksas is driven by the need for constant evolution. The architecture itself must express the idea of change, as exemplified by the Armani/ Ginza Tower designed for Giorgio Armani in Tokyo, a building shaped by the designer’s imagination, a challenge the architects accepted and overcame through the use of light. The all-glass tower is entirely illuminated with bamboo and leaves that change colour and intensity depending on the season and the time of day. As the daylight fades they don elegant evening attire and blend into the bustle of the city’s life. Or take the project completed for the new Fiera Milano-Rho complex, where a 30-metre-high central ‘sail’ extends like a wave with six-branch columns supporting sweeping cantilevered surfaces. Nature plays an active role in the project – trees and water are
woven into the walkway leading to the pavilions, giving visitors the impression they are in a city centre rather than an exhibition centre. It is a priceless example of improvements in everyday life, the studio’s constant objective in all its designs. Evolution and change. The concept of flexibility led the architects Doriana and Massimiliano Fuksas to accept a new, unprecedented commission, the soon-to-be-launched megayacht ‘Sea Flower’, created in partnership with Luca Dini for The Italian Sea Group. Yachtbuilding is a new area that gives the Fuksas studio an opportunity for limitless experimentation. “For Sea Flower we worked on enhancing the flexibility factor. We wanted to try to model the nautical archetypes. The way of living varies on the basis of who is experiencing the home. The same applies to yachts. That was our starting point – varying the elements to develop new lines”.
Left, a sketch of The Line – NEOM, the linear city designed on different levels through the use of technology. Opposite page, La Nuvola for the new EUR Convention Centre and Hotel in Rome, 55,000 square metres in a new public space. Below, a rendering of the superyacht Sea Flower, designed with a changeable profiles and sections that expand, touch the water and then withdraw, like a flower
Credits: Fuksas+Luca Dini.
Credits: Studio Fuksas.
WIDENING HORIZONS
Above and right, top: the Atenae coffee tables designed by Maurizio Manzoni can now be enjoyed outside, too. They are presented in their new outdoor version at the Milan Design Week
Backed by extensive know-how and a style that draws on almost 50 years of experience, Cantori continues to renew its furnishing concept. Now it has a new focus, emphasising exterior spaces
by Marta Bernasconi - ph. courtesy by Cantori
In the furnishing sector the name Cantori means Made in Italy in the best sense of the term. This is partly down to the work of Federica Cantori –together with her brother Marco, the company’s general manager, she has transformed the Marche-based brand founded by her father Sante into an international concern, setting her distinctive hallmark on the interiors sector, a market that demands a high degree of personalisation. As the brand’s marketing manager it is her task to shine a spotlight on Cantori’s distinctive features. “Our collections interpret the most significant changes in our way of experiencing spaces. For some years now we’ve seen a trend in living in homes, yachts, hospitality facilities, where every area is experienced and interiors and exteriors blend into one another. We’re seeking wellbeing in the spaces we live in most and furnishings plays a fundamental role in the contemporary lifestyle”. The brand’s offer comprises furniture and accessories for all the spaces of a home, and from the outset Cantori has placed a special emphasis on using and working metal. Over time the brand has skilfully complemented this with a range of other materials, especially wood, glass and marble. Every piece is made using raw materials from Italy and a local workforce, and it is this artisanal spirit that makes Cantori a name to be reckoned with in the world of bespoke production. The company has gradually structured itself in response to this challenging type of design specification. “We emphasise production versatility and in-house consultancy services. The network of specialised local artisans we work with enables us to handle every material with great expertise and
The iconic Twist collection by the Castello Lagravinese Studio is based on twisted leather bands cladding the metal structure. This year the armchair and sofa are joined by the Twist chair version
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create a product that meets the demands of a demanding clientele, including the requirements involved in certification”. This is important for a brand whose collections frequently appear on board yachts and ships and which counts some of Italy’s largest yards among its clients. Finally, what new arrivals will Cantori be presenting this year at the Milan Furniture Show? “Our new products reflect what I said before regarding the extension of indoor spaces to include verandas, terraces and gardens, creating a single uninterrupted space. As a result we will be presenting Cantori’s outdoor collection: our iconic, most popular products will be made with outdoor steel, finishes, upholstery and covers”. This new collection has a special relevance for the nautical world, where the borders between interior and exterior are often only virtual. www.cantori.it
This page: Federica Cantori, marketing manager for the brand. Armchairs and sofas from the Twist collection.
Opposite page, the Milton table designed by Luca Roccadadria, presented this year in an outdoor version
MASTER CHEF GALLEY
Super-accessorised, lovely to look at and bristling with technology, boasting functional solutions that also encourage socialisation. The realm of fine food and adventurous cookery has become an important space that’s attracting increasing attention from designers and yards, with sustainability playing an important role
by Désirée Sormani
courtesy by Abimis
Innovation, greater integration with the world of domestic appliances and optimisation. Intense personalisation of the spaces and an emphasis on sustainability provide a focus for the 2024 edition of Eurocucina during the Milan Design week. In today’s homes the kitchen is a setting for social interaction, a more open, convivial space that looks good but also boasts cutting-edge technology, often including domotics systems, with devices and appliances that are increasingly user-friendly. The situation on board yachts isn’t so different these days – the galley has recently taken on increasing importance, and designers and yards are paying much more attention to it. The amount of space available is a determining factor but whether we’re talking about a 20-metre craft or a megayacht the kitchen is an attractive, functional environment, and the owners’ personal chefs are often called in to consult on their needs and preferences – freedom of movement, easy passage for efficient service, modern, fire-retardant materials plus, of course, a full range of accessories and appliances.
Top, the galley on Acala, a 43-metre explorer from Cantiere delle Marche. Located on the lower deck, a dumb waiter connects it to all decks, including the sun deck. Right, an entirely open model with sea view on the 29.5-metre CLX96 by CL Yachts. Bottom, a large, professional example on the Baglietto T52. Left, a custom Abimis kitchen on the Tankoa Suerte
“The amount of space available is important”, says Alberto Pezzini, the young chef on a 45-metre yacht who has also worked in Michelin-starred restaurants, “so that’s why I prefer working in kitchens with an island, possibly made of steel, which is easy to clean. On a yacht you have to be versatile and capable of catering for demanding, diverse and international palates”. Above all, the galley should be almost constantly in action. “It’s the second beating heart on a yacht. It’s active at every hour of the day and the chef must always be able to satisfy the demands of owner and guests”, says CRN Project Architect Gabriele Piacenti. “Our galleys reflect CRN’s obsessive attention to detail, using materials like 316 stainless steel and construction techniques that make the environment more hygienic, with devices derived from the health industry”. On the explorer yachts by CdM the galley must always be running smoothly, even under way. “Our owners are practical, expert individuals who are used to undertaking long voyages. They don’t want extravagant extras just because they’re fashionable, they’re seeking functionality and high-quality materials”, says Vasco Buonpensiere, CEO of CdM. The trend now, though, is for kitchens with a strong aesthetic impact, described by Sergio Buttiglieri, style director at Sanlorenzo as having
Top, bright and super-accessorised, with an area for growing basil and other herbs on the 62 m CRN RIO. Left, the Tankoa Bintador and its kitchen, identical to the one in the owner’s wife’s home. Below, the kitchen with central work area on the Maiora Exuma 35 Pesa II by Next Group
“Everything perfectly integrated, combining efficiency with performance and reflecting the on-board design and décor philosophy. It’s a crucial space, and the kitchen is installed on board by specialist technicians working to the highest possible quality standards. They have the ability to make it unique, made-to-measure according to the owner’s requirements. Transposing the luxury of residential furnishing into on-board life is the theme linking all our products”. The kitchens, of course, have been made suitable for maritime life. Anti-roll systems make it possible for them to be used while under way.
“Some owners have asked for professional equipment like the appliances by Zanussi or Viking, so the space can be favourably compared to a restaurant kitchen”, says Buttiglieri.
But the kitchens are also aesthetically pleasing, places to host and display the chef’s culinary arts and presentation. Many owners are passionate cooks and insist on preparing meals on their yacht, too, like the wife of the owner of the Tankoa 50m Bintador, who wanted an on-board kitchen identical to one she uses at home. As for materials, “In general we’re seeing a preference for solutions that emphasise functionality, but there’s also more and more awareness of sustainability issues, with the use of recyclable materials,
Top, the Ernestomeda kitchen on the Ferretti Yachts Infynito 90 is open. It connects spatially and aesthetically with the living area. Right, the incredible optimization on the the Arcadia Yachts 23,9 m Sherpa XL. Below, the Mangusta 44 Oceano and its kitchen with its extensive sea view and series of work areas
water-based eco-varnishes and latest-generation domestic appliances, like on the Infynito 90”, says Vanessa Mantuano of Ferretti Yachts’ Interior Design & Decor department. “Until a few years ago marble was a must in the kitchen, but nowadays owners are tending to choose ceramics or marble-effect materials, easier to maintain over the years they’re in use on the yacht. These days materials are both attractive and functional. Neutral colours dominate, though”. How does the chef make his or her ideas heard in the design phase? “In exactly the same way the skipper does when we’re creating a customised helm station”, says Enrico Lumini, Partner and Head of Design at HotLab, part of The Viken Group. “We see all kinds of requirements – they can vary from storage capacity, like having 1,000 refrigerated bottles on board at the same time, or to have any possible type of professional oven using any possible electric current. But most times the oddest requests concern storage space, especially refrigerated storage space: and we’re talking restaurant size”. As they do in homes, the models cover a full range of possibilities, in line or with islands, featuring Corian, slate, wood or stainless-steel work tops. Careful attention is paid to the layout of the work areas for cooking, preparation, plating up, clearing and cold storage, as well as the dry pantry. The result is stellar lunches and dinners.
Top, an all-steel example for the SX88 by Sanlorenzo. Left, the kitchen on the Wesport 38 would be equally at home in an apartment. Chef-standard kitchens can also be found on sail yachts: below, a super-accessorised example on the Wally100 Tango
Linear, with central island, corner, for exteriors and even portable. The stunning products presented by Eurocucina during the Salone del Mobile.Milano are well in line with current trends – perfect on board, too
by Veronica Lempi
1. With the DNA of a professional kitchen, Ego by Abimis is in satinised steel, structured in two main freestanding blocks. 2. K-Garden by Ernestomeda, designed by Giuseppe Bavuso, adapts itself to informal outdoor settings. 3. CUCINAnD’O, conceived by Chef Davide Oldani with Attila Veress, is part of the ARAN Cucine catalogue. 4. Lain Antis by Euromobil has a structure in TSS with Opus Calce finish. The top is in gres laminam with Terra di Matera inside and integrated sink.
5. Frame Kitchens Outdoor by Fantin is available in 2 or 3 units and 13 finishes. It can be matched with the Barazza steel tops. Design by Salvatore Indriolo.
6. Tikal is a modular exterior kitchen by Talenti. The magnesit structure is finished with special outdoor varnishes. 7. The versatile Cube system, designed by Luca Nichetto for Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens, adapts to different environments. 8. Phil is the smart outdoor kitchen by Ethimo and Gordon Guillaumier.
A COSY MICRO-MEGAYACHT
The Ax8 by Astondoa is a family cruiser boasting all the attributes that make social life at sea an unforgettable experience. It breaks into the market segment of the largest Flybridge yachts, offering unprecedented standards of spaciousness, comfort and elegance. A new line of 24-metre yachts with exclusive, tailor-made interiors
by Désirée Sormani - ph courtesy by Astondoa
With a length overall (LOA) of 24.46 m and a beam of 6.22 metres the Ax8 has a contemporary style and provides comfort with uncluttered, bright, functional and modern spaces. The Ax8 is powered by Volvo Penta IPS 1350 engines providing stable, comfortable sailing
Above, the aft cockpit is in direct contact with the beach platform and interior saloon. The helm station has been shifted to the upper deck to make room on the main deck for a large living space (opposite page, above) with many social areas and a dining area with magnificent sea view in place of the usual pilot house. A staircase with glass screening is lovely to look at and keeps children safe as they descend (below)
Some yachts enjoy immediate success because they embody all the values of the past while taking in current developments and anticipating future trends, expressing the concept of the beautiful and well made. The new Ax8 flybridge yacht by Astondoa reflects all this, reflecting 100 years and four generations of the Astondoa family. Tradition, quality and cutting-edge innovation form part of the DNA of the company, which specialises in the construction of exclusive, tailor-made boats. Ax8 is the result of a magical collaboration between the yard’s designers, the creators of the exterior lines, and Italian designer Cristiano Gatto, who developed the GA and interior style. “With the shipyard we put in a great team effort to create a modern and contemporary interior design typical of full custom boats, with tailor-made details and finishes of the highest quality. I believe this is something totally new in the market for this type of vessel”, says the designer.
The ONE Yacht & Design stepped onboard during the world preview last autumn: we were immediately struck by the yacht’s luminosity, width and rational GA. With a length overall (LOA) of 24.46 m and a beam of 6.22 metres Ax8 reflects the evolution of the Astondoa style, which, while
preserving the brand’s essential lines and contemporary look enhances comfort with uncluttered, bright, functional and modern spaces. Indeed, at the centre of the project are the family cruise and social life at sea.
“For this first example we started from the concept of three decks with the helm station on the third deck, leaving the main deck free and making room for a large main saloon with a forward dining area and a number of social areas, plus a corner with a smaller table for kids’ meals. The upper deck is the location for the helm station and living area with a spacious outdoor terrace. The sleeping area on the lower deck can be configured according to the owner’s choice. VIP cabins, aft and full beam, and the generously sized guest cabin forward, with one or two more spacious cabins complete the rest area (depending on the owner’s preferences).
The notable feature is that the Ax8 is a series build but its interiors and layout are personalised to the max through a collaboration with the owner. The large saloon has extensive front and side windows that flood this advanced design space with light. The natural and artificial light combine to emphasise the precision of the detail. “We carried out some in-depth research into indirect lighting, which provides contemporary touches and
makes the spaces fresh and summery”, says Cristiano Gratto. The palette chosen basically comprises three contrasting colours. However, they seem to multiply through the use of materials like lacquers, leathers, diamond-worked leather, steel, teak and oak (also with a jute effect, worked and brushed to become non-slip) , lacquered panels with a three-dimensional effect and lots of glass, like the staircase linking the interior decks. It appears light and highly aesthetic but is also extremely functional, eliminating any potential danger to small children. There’s a refinement of details that’s hard to find on other yachts of this size. As Gatto says, “The precise details and the materials we’ve selected have enabled us to create a micro-megayacht, which was part of the basic philosophy of the project”.
On the exterior the side walkways provide a linear, comfortable and safe route between the cockpit and the beach club. The Ax8 offers two spacious sundecks , one on the main deck and the second on the flybridge for socializing, contemplating the sea from different heights and enjoying the cruise in the way we did, enjoying the yacht’s exceptional stability throughout its speed range and in rough seas. astondoa.com
The interior stairway linking the main deck to the sleeping accommodation is a striking exercise in design. Above, the upper deck lounge at the same level as the pilot house, with exterior veranda. Left, the owner’s cabin and below, the owner’s bathroom would not be out of place on a megayacht
LIKE A MOVIE STAR
Bolide runs at over 70 knots. This project demonstrates how Victory excels in design, engineering and prototyping: performance, comfort, innovation, luxury and safety are all included in one boat
Astondoa presents a movie premiere of its new jewel, the Ax8, with a speech and an exciting short film that highlights the comfort and practicality of on-board life and opens the doors of a yard founded more than 100 years ago
by Désirée Sormani
TheOneYacht&Design was invited to an international preview of the Ax8 at Santa Pola, a few kilometres from Alicante, Spain, the home of the Astondoa yard. This technically-advanced production, screened in cinemas, was created specially for this first model in the line. The event was presented by Ione Astondoa, the yard’s first female manager, the fourth generation of the Astondoa family and daughter of Jesus, the yard’s CEO. Guests enjoyed sea tests, as well as a visit to the production site and style centre, which includes a workshop where clients are offered an extensive choice of materials and finishes to personalise their yacht. It is necessary to go back in time to understand how much care and attention is lavished on every craft, to 1916, when the brothers, Jesús and José Astondoa Martínez, started building rowboats and traditional trainera craft in a small carpenter’s workshop in Portugalete, Spain. After the Spanish Civil War, Jesús Astondoa focused on building fishing and recreational boats. Astondoa’s well-made wooden boats and highquality finishes helped the shipyard gain national recognition. In the early 1980s, Astondoa stepped away from its traditional wood production methods and began building boats in fibreglass-reinforced polyester resin. Advances in production techniques combined with stylish design strengthened Astondoa’s position as a leading European shipyard. Now its fleet includes 40 ft open boats, yachts over 120 ft long made of fibreglass-reinforced polyester resin and megayachts up to 45m long with steel hulls and aluminium superstructure.
Above, from left, Ione Astondoa, first female manager in the history of the yard since its foundation. The party held for guests at the yacht premiere. Below, Ione with designer Cristiano Gatto. who has been linked with the yard for decades and handled the interior styling of the Ax8. A view of the yard
A passion for cars and watches has led a wealthy client to commission an exclusive timepiece from Vacheron Constantin’s Les Cabinotiers department. Its purpose is to nestle in the dashboard of a Rolls-Royce Amethyst Droptail – created, of course, to measure
by Diego Tamone -ph. courtesy by Vacheron Costantin
Only one before, dated 1928, then nothing else. During almost a century of modern history there was no other hint concealed in Vacheron Constantin’s archives regarding the existence of a timepiece, not made to wear on the wrist or carried in the pocket, but to adorn the console of a luxury car. It may seem strange given the tendency of many watch brands to collaborate with automobile and aircraft companies. Then, recently, came a request from a special client on the hot line from a person important enough to have a direct link to the Geneva house. The aim was to create a one-of-a-kind watch to instal on board a Rolls-Royce, itself commissioned as a special project to be handled by Rolls-Royce Coachbuild, a bespoke atelier that is part of the British factory. For Vacheron Constantin the job was enough for the brand to activate its Cabinotier division, reserved for special projects. Since 2006
These pages, the Les Cabinotiers Armillary Tourbillon by Vacheron Constantin inside and out of the dedicated mount on the console. The 43.8 mm steel case is fixed to a white gold base decorated with a pronounced guilloche sunburst pattern
Above, two moments in the watch’s design process and a double view of the hand-wound movement, in and out its case.
Below, the selection of the mauve colour used for the galvanic NAC coating of the plate and the vehicle’s leather seats
– the year it was launched, with the task of reviving the spirit of the unique creations produced in the 18th century in Geneva by artisan watchmakers in cabinotiers, light-filled apartments on the top floor of residential blocks – it has created some extraordinary individual pieces on commission. One of these is the Les Cabinotiers Armillary Tourbillon, a dashboard watch made especially for the Rolls-Royce Amethyst Droptail, with secure installation and smooth extraction system. Its case is reminiscent of pocket watches, this time equipped with a cutting-edge mechanism, an in-house hand-wound movement whose regulating organ is mounted in a double rotating cage. The hours and minutes display, like classic automobile instruments, are arranged along a 180° arc with retrograde progression. vacheron-constantin.com
SHINE IN BEAUTY
From the birth of the planet to the dawn of life, the second chapter of the Louis Vuitton Deep Time high jewelry collection takes us on an extraordinary romantic journey through the millennia
by Gianfilippo Versari - ph. courtesy by Louis Vuitton
Acaptivating odyssey, an imaginative voyage that commences with the planet’s birth and the emergence of early life forms, is curated by Francesca Amfitheatrof, Artistic Director of Watches and Jewelry for the esteemed Parisian Maison Louis Vuitton, marking her fifth venture into the realm of high jewelry, a testament to her remarkable creative prowess.
Featuring 50 new creations, augmenting the 95 from Chapter I unveiled in mid-2023, this chapter unfolds along 10 fresh themes, meticulously crafted with some of the most precious gems. The voyage embarks from the dawn of time, an epoch when our world consisted of two supercontinents, Gondwana and Laurasia. The latter, symbolized by a fusion of radiant and distinct yellow diamonds, takes center stage alongside a masterful blend of platinum, yellow gold, and rose gold, notably showcased in a seven-row masterpiece necklace adorned with the Maison’s signature V motif, requiring 2,465 hours of meticulous craftsmanship.
A leap into history transports us to the seismic upheavals that shook our planet millions of years ago, evoking apocalyptic atmospheres that reshaped its visage, serving as inspiration for Drift. From here, the emergence of new life, leading to the proliferation of cells containing DNA’s double helix, inspires the sinuous Myriad jewels, before progressing to Symbiosis, inspired by the earliest ecosystems that flourished on our
Opposite page: The Seeds, double-strand necklace with gray pearls, white pearls and nearly 1,200 diamonds. This page: left, white gold and diamond ‘Myriad’ necklace based on the double helix structure of DNA. Right, Flower, in white gold and white diamonds, a tribute to the Louis Vuitton Monogram
planet, namely fungi and mycelia. The evolutionary saga of the planet continues with the Fossils jewels, described by Amfitheatrof as “time and place treasures,” offering an extraordinary means of charting the geological metamorphoses of our world. Progressing along the evolutionary continuum they metamorphose into Plants, which in this Chapter II, assume a more literal representation of luxuriant flora and fauna, exemplified by a convertible necklace adorned with leaves crafted from over 400 custom-cut emeralds and diamonds, showcasing Louis
Vuitton’s unparalleled expertise in jewelry creation. The journey of Deep Time collection continues with Skin, one of the new themes, celebrating Umba sapphire, whose pink and orange hues harmonize with rose gold in a contemporary jewelry collection. Bones pay homage to humanity’s architectural prowess with opulent choker-style necklaces featuring intricate arrangements of diamonds, including an LV Monogram Star-cut diamond and a captivating 16.92-carat Australian opal.
Seeds, symbolizing the treasures of birth, introduce magnificent pearls into Deep Time, including a double-strand necklace pairing luminous gray Tahitian pearls with a white gold band adorned with nearly 1,200 diamonds. Beyond necklaces, bracelets and earrings also embrace the theme, intertwining Tahitian pearls with a plethora of diamonds in striking patterns.
The journey culminates with the Flower theme, the final chapter of Deep Time, a dazzling homage to the Louis Vuitton Monogram.
“At Louis Vuitton, we remain as ever adventurers, journeying to extraordinary, unforeseen realms,” remarks Amfitheatrof. Chapter II serves as the epilogue of Deep Time, this vast and extraordinary odyssey through time and space, a narrative of exceptional gemstones that propel us deep into the past, while Louis Vuitton’s robust and distinctive design codes propel us forward, toward the future. https://en.louisvuitton.com
This page: Plants ring inspired by flora and fauna. Opposite page clockwise: The sevenrow Laurasia necklace; The Drift necklace with large yellow diamond and white diamonds; Bones choker-style necklace homage to the architecture of humanity; Fossils single-strand necklace and matching bracelet
LUXURY MEETS LEGACY
In the heart of Downtown Dubai, a new icon of luxury living is emerging - the Baccarat Hotel and Residences
by Roxanne Hughes
Residents will enjoy
views across the Dubai skyline and an impressive vista of the Burj Khalifa
For over 250 years, the Baccarat brand has been synonymous with elegance and refinement, captivating discerning individuals worldwide. Now, this legacy extends to the Middle East, offering a rare opportunity to own a part of this illustrious brand.
Set to open in 2026, the Baccarat Hotel and Residences are being managed by renowned Dubai developer H&H Development, alongside awardwinning architects Studio Libeskind and interior design studio 1508 London. The exclusive mixed-use development promises to set a new standard of elevated living in Dubai. Originating from New York, this will be the first Baccarat development in
the UAE. The ground-breaking ceremony, led by investment firm, Shamal Holding, marked the start of construction for this highly anticipated project. Two crystal-inspired towers will grace Dubai’s skyline, offering a mix of hotel suites and bespoke residences.
The apartments, ranging from two to five beds, feature exquisite natural materials, including fine marble and stunning crystals. Full height windows provide breathtaking views of the Dubai skyline, while residents will enjoy access to the hotel’s enviable amenities, including bars, restaurants, swimming pool, gymnasium, spa, and wellness centre alongside a plethora of concierge services.
The cutting-edge architectural design of the Baccarat building will look right at home amongst Dubai’s skyline. The interior scheme proposed offers supreme luxury as standard, with the trademark Baccarat splash of red
The interior spaces exude warmth and sophistication, contrasting with the bold geometric exterior, and offering some of the best views in the Middle East. The development will blend the brand’s heritage of craftsmanship with the energy of Dubai, delivering refined elegance and iconic design. Abdulla Binhabtoor, Chief Portfolio Management Officer at Shamal Holding, expressed excitement about the project, stating, “Baccarat Hotel and Residences Dubai introduces a glimmering new masterpiece with an otherworldly lifestyle experience for those who choose to see life in a new light.”
The collaboration between Shamal Holding, H&H Development, and
their world-class partners underscores a commitment to excellence and innovation. Miltos Bosinis, Chief Executive Officer of H&H Development, emphasised their dedication to crafting spaces that epitomise cuttingedge design and sophisticated luxury.
Founded by King Louis XV, legendary French crystal company Baccarat has long been associated with royalty and regal luxury. With Baccarat Hotel and Residences Dubai, this legacy continues to flourish, offering residents an unparalleled living experience in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
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