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The visually striking modern lines, which also contain references to the Baglietto yard’s classic stylistic features, reflect the extensive work done by Francesco Paszkowski Design on the new 48-metre model. A careful choice of select, original materials for the interiors create unusually elegant spaces
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ndiamo, the 48-metre yacht from Baglietto’s T-Line sails at
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the dining space with its table for twelve. The custom-made furniture,
a relatively leisurely pace - but not too much so, as its top
together with some Italian design pieces and the fittings all reflect the
speed of 17 knots could never be described as sluggish. The
owner’s classic/sophisticated tastes, which are embodied throughout the
latest offering from the “seagull” brand was presented and
yacht in the use of a few high-quality materials, limited colour palette,
awarded accolades at the recent Cannes Yachting Festival, showcasing
geometrical motifs and painstaking attention to detail and finishes. The
once again many of Baglietto’s typical stylistic features, but in a new,
overall décor is sober and restful, typified by an alternating series of light
more contemporary version. This steel megayacht with an aluminium
and dark shades and matt and light surfaces. The dark oak flooring,
superstructure can be regarded as a development of the successful
for example, is reflected in the glossy ebony of the walls, while the
46-metre model, with a slew of new features – the most obvious are
panels and light carpets brighten the interiors, embellished with onyx –
the “upside-down” windshield on the forward upper deck, providing
sometimes backlit – providing an inimitable touch of class. The presence
improved visibility over the entire deck and along the bow gunwales,
of leather, steel and glass spiral stairs in the foyer is not simply a means of
the spacious, scenic sundeck and beach club with loungers, bar and
linking the three decks, it is an attractive architectural element in itself.
shower in the stern area. Designer Francesco Paszkowski, who also
The same applies to the large full-beam owner’s suite in the forward
handled the interiors alongside architect Margherita Casprini, has
area comprising a study, chairs, cloakroom and twin bathrooms, both
worked miracles with the extra two metres of length, extending the
with mosaics, walk-through shower, steam bath and heated onyx floors.
available spaces with breathtaking skill and aplomb. The result is
The captain’s cabin is on the upper deck, next to the bridge, which
340 square metres of habitable space, not counting the exteriors. The
boasts a hypertechnical Telemar console and an integrated navigation
shapes are sleek and powerful, with rounded lines that create a feeling
system derived from the world of avionics. There’s also a cinema room
of movement and modernity while giving the yacht a timeless elegance.
amidships with custom-made sofas arranged in a semicircle and two
The owner requested generous communal areas, reflecting a theme of
deployable sea terraces where guests can relax and enjoy the ocean
social interaction and conviviality, so the yacht can be enjoyed to the
view. The sundeck outclasses all rivals in this size range – 140 square
full with family and friends. To meet these specifications, the architect
metres of sheer relaxation with a dining area sheltered by a rigid top
has designed an innovative layout with six cabins (five guest cabins on
and equipped with BBQ and bar, large forward solarium, and even an
the lower deck and the owner’s suite on the forward main deck). The
infinity pool with cascade! The rounded lines towards the base of the
crew mess has been relocated to adjoin the galley on the main deck. In
deck structure and the glass gunwales provide a magnificent 360 degree
the main saloon, separated from the exterior cockpit by a sliding glass
view. So now let’s go – or as the Italians say, “Andiamo!”.
door, a unit with revolving hideaway TV divides the living area from
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Andiamo’s exteriors feature soft, rounded shapes that are also streamlined and powerful. The crowning touch is the 140 square metre sundeck with an unusual swimming pool and waterfall. Opening photo, in the main saloon, a refined use of light and dark, matt and gloss colours
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A dialogue between interiors and exteriors is generated by the coherence of the furnishing style. A variety of materials is used – outside teak and steel dominate, while inside we find glossy ebony for the furniture, dark matt oak for the floors and ceiling and glossy white panels on the walls. The airy crew mess and galley are flooded with light from the windows looking onto the walkways
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One of the main design objectives was to maximise contact with the sea. Large windows, opening balconies and transparent balustrades open up the view. The curved structure of the decks has enabled the interior spaces to be extended
Exterior Design Francesco Paszkowski Design
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he first of Baglietto’s new 48-metre displacement line, Andiamo’s development was underpinned by two key themes – to be an expression of the contemporary generation of displacement yachts and to retain some of the traditional style elements that have made the brand famous and instantly recognisable throughout the world. Being familiar with the Baglietto story means we have been able to start from a privileged position in this research initiative, and the synergy we established with the yard was a great support for us in creating a modern 48-metre craft below 500 tonnes. As always, teamwork was a crucial element. Retelling a story from an illustrious past and integrating it with new stylistic elements was the more challenging and sometimes intriguing part of this project which, like all our work, had the objective of creating a product that would inspire emotion. We concentrated on several fundamental points – the shapes, superstructure, surfaces and the exterior
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spaces, with special emphasis on the flybridge, stern and the idea of contact with the sea. We modified the curves of the deck structure to increase the yacht’s interior volumes with a wide-body configuration on the main deck to benefit the owner’s accommodation. In the superstructure we’ve shifted the helm station, which has been rotated and inclined towards the bows. The rollbar has also been redesigned. The high point of the exterior spaces in all senses of the term is the flybridge, which has been extended forward, making it longer. The central section of the superstructure is rounded, sloping fore and aft, making it almost invisible from the flybridge. Combined with the transparency along the entire outer perimeter this means there is no interruption to the view in all directions, and it enhances visual contact with the sea and the surrounding environment to become a panoramic terrace. The large space available has enabled the creation of a number of areas – sunloungers aft of the unusual swimming pool, a dining area in the central section with bar counter and gaming table, and a conversation area with large sofa forward. On the aft upper deck we’ve ensured design coherence by applying the same layout here as we used on the flybridge – the clear perimeter creates a sweeping view. The upper deck is also notable for its two side terraces on the same level as the living area. Shaded areas have been created in the open-air spaces by using easily movable canopies. We’ve changed the stern transom, which now opens downwards to create the beach deck.
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Interior Design Margherita Casprini with Francesco Paszkowski Design
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he aim was to create warm, welcoming interiors where the owner can spend his holidays and leisure time with family and friends. The selection of just a few materials throughout and a limited colour palette was a well-defined choice intended to emphasise quality and create an atmosphere of sober elegance. With this as a starting point we focused on combining materials and furnishings, some custom-made and others Made in Italy design pieces (Flexform and Maxalto for the chairs, Oluce and Lumis for the lighting). The layout was designed to fulfil the owner’s requirements, something that’s clear from the number of guest cabins, five with two VIP cabins, all on the lower deck. This led us to put the service area with crew mess, laundry and larder, usually on the lower deck, on the main deck near the galley creating a dedicated “block” that’s well separated from the day area and owner’s apartment. To open out the galley a little the access door is in frosted glass and the windows look out onto the port walkway, allowing light to flow in from the outside. The interior design shows a stylistic coherence,
playing on the contrast of dark and light and the use of matt and gloss surfaces. Parts of the furniture and panelling are in glossy ebony, the floors are dark matt oak and onyx, and the ceilings and panelling are a glossy white. This combination has created a very bright interior. The stylistic coherence also includes the bathrooms, with onyx in a variety of colours (crystal white in the owner’s bathroom and Calcatta marble in the VIP and guest bathrooms). The bathrooms are further embellished with an onyx mosaic for the washbasin panels. We’ve also used smooth or woven leather for the upholstery and leather for the cabin blinds. One of the most striking style elements is the architectural aspect of the staircase with steel riser, leather steps and steel edge, connecting all the decks, and the champagne onyx partitions around the dining area. Lighting is provided by built-in LED spots and strips. In line with the contemporary spirit expressed by the interiors, teak is the dominant material for the exterior furnishings, with steel details like the table edges on the flybridge, while the chairs and sofas are in white and light grey.
Left, the main deck owner’s suite has a soft, sophisticated atmosphere. The light colours of the carpeting, walls and Flexform chairs are broken by glossy ebony geometric inlays, highlighted by LED spots and strips in the ceiling. Opposite: only a few materials have been used, but all are of exceptionally high quality, matched by obsessive attention to detail. The result is a sober, restful decor with a limited colour palette. As well as serving a functional purpose, the stair area of the foyer is one of the most visually striking elements, with a steel riser and leather steps with steel edges
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The Shipyard Michele Gavino, CEO
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ndiamo has had an excellent debut, everyone liked the exterior spaces and sundeck, which is unrivalled in this category, the attention to detail and the quality. Once again we’ve launched a yacht with unique sailing characteristics. Its distinctive trait is the design of the exteriors lines, which have evolved while retaining a link with the displacement craft of the past, thanks to the work carried out by Paszkowski. The layout has also been extremely well-received, winning an award at Cannes. The volumes and spaces for owner and guests have been handled in a new, highly efficient way. Andiamo is the perfect yacht for an owner seeking large volumes and open-air spaces, somewhere to enjoy close contact with the sea, flooded with natural light. As for new elements in its construction, we’ve totally revamped the stern, which has been lengthened by two metres and now hosts a beach club and spacious transverse garage. The two upper deck side terraces are also new. Quality and sailing quality have been improved compared to the original 46-metre model. Optimising the keel, for example, has enabled us to nudge 17.4 knots in trial, exceeding the maximum speed target of 16 knots, while at 12 knots the yacht has a range of 4,500 nautical miles with extremely high levels of comfort. For enhanced safety we’ve mounted a new Telemar integrated bridge with touch technology. We at Baglietto have now developed a design and construction philosophy that allows us to reach the highest standards. In terms of sustainability we’ve got together with Nautica Italiana and SYBAss to open up an extremely important development path that will bring results as early as this year. At the moment serious talks are underway for Andiamo’s sister ship (#10228), which will be ready for delivery in 2018. Generally speaking, Baglietto can build and fit out six superyachts at the same time, launching an average of two yachts every year with the objective of reaching a maximum of four. As for the 48M, we can deliver it two years after the contract has been signed.
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