by Paola Bertellii - ph. courtesy by BreedMedia
A yacht designed for the sea with dynamic, sinuous lines, it is the second launch in Benetti’s B.Now 50M series with Oasis Deck. The exteriors are by the British studio RWD, and the interiors are the result of a close collaboration between the owner and Benetti’s interior design department
ntense, clear and powerful”. That’s how the Alunya’s owner summed up his requirements to the Benetti team for his new yacht, the mood he wanted to experience on board created by the decor and furnishings. He also emphasised that Alunya should be somewhere he could enjoy in the company of his family, with spaces that encouraged conviviality and relaxation.
An expert owner, he set his sights on the B.Now 50M with Oasis Deck, a model whose exteriors were developed by the British studio RWD, with interiors by Benetti’s own Interior Design Department, working in close collaboration with him. Alunya is part of the B.Now family, which comprises 50, 60, 67 and 72-metre long superyachts with a specific structural layout. The interiors and decor, however, reflect the wishes of individual owners.
The external shell designed by RWD displays soft, dynamic lines inspired by car design, sweeping down from the vertical bow to the stern, giving the yacht its sleek, streamlined look. The extensive windows are perfectly integrated into the development of the decks.
The yacht emphasises the close relationship between interiors and exteriors that is an increasingly popular feature in contemporary models. This blurring of the line between inside and out has an almost visceral effect on board the Alunya, thanks to the Oasis Deck (B.Now 50 metres is offered in two versions, with or without the Oasis Deck).
This is the name given to the solution Benetti has developed as a redesign of the aft section of the yacht with a new, multifunctional area that is a natural extension of the saloon, which stretches from the main deck to the sea in a single uninterrupted space. As mentioned above, the key features of the layout are the relaxation and socialising areas. The heart of on-board life is the main deck – here the interior saloon, configured as two conversation areas and without a dining area, enjoys a symbiotic relationship with a beach area on three levels, with infinity pool surrounded by a relaxation area providing a mix of sun and shade. The fold-down sides open up a total area of 90 square metres.
The owner wanted the main dining area to be in the open air, on the aft upper deck terrace. When the sliding door is open this space enters into a dialogue with an intimate interior lounge. The forward section of this deck is a wonderful open-air space with C-shaped sofa and sunpad. More sunbathing and relaxation areas, plus dining area and American bar, can be found on the sun deck, sheltered in the centre by the hard top and windows filling the two sporty-looking support arches.
The interior design is characterised by a coherent palette of light colours, the style is contemporary and the shapes display an elegant simplicity. No frills but refined finishes - for example, frisé maple on the walls, ivory-colour leather with unusual natural ripple effect and contrasting details in Ziricote, a dark, rare, precious wood with striking black and gold veining. Calacatta di Vagli marble, with its unique shade of white, is used in the owner’s bathroom, with Breccia Oniciata and Onice Miele seen elsewhere.
The owner specified a layout with four guest cabins on the lower deck, while the owner’s suite with study and private terrace is on the main deck. The area for the crew of ten is on the forward lower deck – dedicated walkways are designed to ensure that crew and guests never cross paths.
With steel hull and aluminium superstructure, Alunya is a displacement yacht powered by a pair of 1,400 hp engines. It has a range of 4,500 miles at 10 knots and a top speed of 15 knots. Tender and toys are housed in a garage in the forward main deck, partly open and partly below deck, a solution that has enabled the yacht to come in at below 500 GT. www.benettiyachts.it
When the side wings at the stern are folded down the space extends to a total of 90 square metres. A series of relaxation areas are available for guests. Opening, the main deck saloon with two conversation areas. In the foreground, the two facing sofas designed by Benetti and the Claude coffee tables by Paolo Castelli
The interiors display a coherent palette of light colours. Photo, bottom, the upper deck lounge with custom-made sofa by Benetti, Alba table by Paolo Castelli and small Dione tables, also by Castelli. Above, on the main deck, the conversation area amidships with Sendai sofas, Doyle table by Minotti and chairs with fabric Elektra by Dedar.
Top, left, the dining area with large table by Benetti is outside on the upper deck terrace
Andrew Collett Team Principal, RWD
Despite being the sixth launch from the renowned B.Now 50 series, Alunya stands beautifully on her own as a very personal project for her experienced owner. The result is another outstanding B.Now with all the renowned attributes of the series but notable differences from her sisterships. Externally, Alunya merges two RWD and Benetti design concepts into one to create a fresh profile and a unique yachting experience. Her unquestionable B.Now lines – elongated and
elegant with a balance clearly influenced by automotive styling – flow seamlessly into an Oasis Deck at the stern. This is only the second time that this signature Benetti feature (another RWD design) has been integrated onto a B.Now model, and the effect is not only striking to look at, it also transforms the onboard experience. It’s an even stronger embodiment of the intention that has been at the heart of B.Now series since its inception: a real connection to the environment and the yachting experience.
On the Oasis Deck, two hydraulic winged terraces to port and starboard extend the width of the stern deck, creating a 90-square-metre beach club. Here, guests can enjoy 270-degree views from large sunpads, a glass-walled infinity pool and carefully planned social areas.
Alunya’s overall exterior profile is true to RWD’s very first vision for the B.Now 50. Lines gently slope down to the water, drawing the eye down while accentuating her length, visually reducing her height and making the yacht appear lower on the water and more connected to it. Alunya‘s layout has a natural flow that enables seamless indoor-outdoor living. Each deck feels open and uncluttered, with seating areas positioned to allow enjoy the best aspects of the water, making the ever-changing vistas an immersive experience.
In this striking aerial image, the Alunya displays all her exterior convivial areas. For this four-deck yacht the British studio RWD has drawn sleek, dynamic lines, influenced by the world of automotive design. Thanks to an innovative and highly efficient hull – designed in partnership with P.L.A.N.A. Design – Pierluigi Ausonio and the Azimut|Benetti Group Research and Development Department Alunya has a range of 4,500 nautical miles at 10 knots and a top speed of 15 knots
Interior Design / Mariarosa Remedi,
Style Manager Benetti
The Alunya’s interiors are based on an aesthetic where harmony and order play a dominant role, promoting the idea of a profound connection between beauty and function. The project is developed around one crucial principle – a desire to give the owner and guests an experience of shared experience based on a mutual passion for sailing. Redundant details and superfluous elements thar detract from the usability of the on-board spaces are removed to enhance the functionality of the interior spaces, an aspect also reflected in the exterior lines. The architectural space is intended to be efficient and ergonomic, with the clarity of the design drawing the attention to essential elements and leaving observers with a stronger, more memorable impression. Alunya’s design is a perfect embodiment of her owner’s philosophy, where simplicity becomes a form of elegance and acquires greater aesthetic impact than that provided by a complex, decorated design. This philosophy has been reflected in full, but without impacting on the precision lavished on every detail and the search for exclusive materials that is typical of all Benetti builds.
The close interaction between owner and yard is also evident in the choice of materials and furnishings. Benetti representatives and the owner came together to visit the marble production districts of Tuscany to select the best stone for the project. They also went to the finest design showrooms in Milan and Brianza, a famous Italian design district, to choose some furnishing complements.
The yacht is rendered even more exclusive by a number of iconic loose furniture pieces by important designers. The intense care lavished on the design and obsessive attention to detail make Alunya a unique jewel with a powerful emotional impact.
The four guest cabins are on the lower deck, while the owner’s suite is on the main deck. Bottom, the VIP cabin with en-suite bathroom. The bedhead is leather, and Murano glass and brass Gioielli lights by Giopato & Coombes adorn the walls. Top, the owner’s suite with study corner. Frisé maple table to a design by Benetti, Dudet Armchair by Cassina
The Shipyard Sebastiano Vida, Head of Product Benetti
Designing this B.Now 50M has been very rewarding and somewhat challenging for us because the owner, who is very experienced, wished to work closely with the shipyard to customise his yacht according to his own style and taste. Conviviality is at the heart of the design of Alunya thanks to an indoor-outdoor layout with the main salon on the main deck directly overlooking the Oasis Deck and offering unlimited views of the seascape.
Alunya is the second steel model in the B.Now 50M family to introduce the Oasis Deck solution, which has redefined the traditional stern swim platform by incorporating hydraulic terraces that open out both port and starboard and extend along the entire length of the deck, creating an impressive beach club of over 90 square metres. Combining safe cruising with a unique on-board experience has always been the mission pursued by Benetti. Doing so with reduced construction times became a practical challenge in 2018, when the Shipyard launched the B.Now family of megayachts with steel hulls. This line is the result of a collaboration between Benetti and British firm RWD, which designed the sleek, sporty exteriors. Our advanced construction techniques have ensured a reduction in construction time of about 30%.
The interiors, designed by the Benetti Style Department, are customized to meet the owner’s requests and are a testament to the high level of craftsmanship and quality of our yachts. In this case, we carried out careful research on materials, which resulted in the selection of fine woods like Ziricote and precious marbles.
The upper deck helm station. Alunya is a displacement yacht with steel hull and aluminium superstructure. Sailing at 10 knots it has a range of 4,500 miles
