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The very quintessence of innovation, Azimut Grande Trideck features a new living area, never seen before on a yacht this size: the Sea View Terrace. As the latest addition to the traditional triple-decker, the Sea View Terrace is an aft raised “mezzanine” deck. Thanks to this layout innovation, Grande Trideck offers four terraces, completing a visual effect of cascading terraces from the Sundeck down to the sea.

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ear Readers,

We have finally made it to summer 2021 and cannot wait to put the difficult winter months behind us. Never before has the need to spend time with friends and family aboard been so vital to re-appropriating our time and space – safely. The market is all too well aware of this given the extremely positive influx of orders yards all over the world have been receiving for the last several months. It is also looking like the charter market will be entirely sold out for the summer as the success it enjoyed last year continues in 2021. We are beginning to travel again for pleasure – and for business too. At the time of writing, it seems the Cannes, Monaco and Genoa Shows may well be opening their doors this year - albeit within the limits imposed by the pandemic - so perhaps we will soon be stepping aboard to visit the latest yachts from the international yards. Quality of life aboard is evolving too as even on smaller craft, owners are demanding more convivial areas and exclusive furnishings and solutions that reflect the need to mindfully and consciously experience the sea. Here at THE ONE Yacht & Design we are more active than ever in introducing our readers and followers to all the latest news from the yachting sector thanks to our multi-platform international communications system. Embedded QR Codes are even allowing our readers to watch video clips relevant to our print features. So in short, we are ensuring our readers experience the emotions that are vital to helping them know what they want and how to make their choices when decision-time approaches. A hug to one and all and happy reading! Have a great summer!

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CRAB ISSUE n° 27 - 2021

COLUMNS 11 20

Editorial Five Questions to... Luigi Macchiola

Cover SX112 by Sanlorenzo Yachts

Assilea General Director

Design District: Maurizio Parravicini

Zambaiti Parati Contract Manager

Against the Wind

Work in Progress

Exclusive Outdoor Yacht Décor

164 Jewells 166 The Watch

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170 Harbour Life 174 Real Estate

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Cover Story: Sanlorenzo SX112

Fly: Business Jet at the Speed of Sound

The Car: The Dawn of a New Era

Creative Minds: Team for Design

Creative Minds: Evan K. Marshall

Megayacht: 40m Baglietto Club M

102 Art on Board: Art in Stars and Stripes 106 Mise en Place: Journey to Venice

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Megayacht: 50m Tankoa Olokun

122 Trend Setter: Luxury can be found in Simplicity 128 Bespoke: In Search of Perfection 132 Bespoke: Added Value 136 Megayacht: 68m Abeking Rassmussen Soaring 148 Must-Haves: Widening Horizons 154 Trends: In Flight on the Water 160 Chase Boat: Don’t call me Rib... I’m a Rebel!

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BLUE MIND AMER YACHTS, A BETTER WORLD.

blue mind noun [U] /blu:.’maind/ a calm state of mind caused by being close to water, for example when looking at the ocean or swimming or stay on board on Amer Yachts. #evolutionarybiology #neuroimaging #neurophysiology #bluemind #amygdala #prefrontalcortex Courtesy of Dr. Wallace J Nichols

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LUIGI MACCHIOLA ASSILEA GENERAL DIRECTOR by Fabio Petrone

The year 2020 will go down in history books as the low point in the pandemic, but for the yacht-building industry it marked the start of a very favourable period. Why is that? A number of reasons, based firstly on the nature of the Italian yacht-building industry, which is the best in the world, and socially, because yachts provide a degree of social distancing for families. It’s also true that the restrictions on movement caused by the Covid-19 measures have increased our desire for freedom, which is something that sailing can offer. Many new owners have turned to leasing as a way of purchasing their first yacht. What benefits does this offer? Up to 30th October 2020 they benefitted from old system of tax base calculation. And now, why should we opt for a yacht leasing arrangement with a bank or Italian finance company? Because we’re now able to offer Europe’s safest, most advantageous system, after fulfilling the EU Commission’s requirements for modifying tax base calculations. It’s been a tough task, promoted by Assilea together with Confindustria Nautica. I’d also

like to point out that our companies are subject to strict oversight from the Bank of Italy, which provides a further guarantee for clients.

Can Italian nautical leasing also be used by those not flying the Italian flag? Yes, sure. But after the changes in the Nautical Code required by the government, especially after pressure from Confindustria Nautica, as a pleasure sailing enthusiast I believe there are ever fewer reasons to change flags and more and more reasons to choose the Italian colours. That applies to non-Italians, too. In this sense it’s to be hoped that the Minister completes the implementation regulation for the Nautical Code as soon as possible. The figures for 2020 recently released by Assilea (600 million euro, +15.9% on 2019), show that leasing is now a vital element for growth in the nautical sector. What actions could make it even more effective? As soon as the Inland Revenue’s implementing measure, strongly supported by Assilea, comes into force, leasing companies will no longer have joint liability with the user in the tax authority’s eyes. It’s a revolutionary move for our sector.

Heading NORD, looking up at the ink-black sky, I caught sight of POLARIS, the NORTHERN STAR and other PLATINUM-coloured, far away galaxies. I was eagerly waiting to see the perpetual ICE for the first time in my life. A few hours later the RISING SUN appeared and I finally caught a glimpse of the first sharp-edged iceberg on the HORIZONS III. We approached closer, and there it stood – like a gigantic, glistening PODIUM. What a contrast: a few weeks ago, I was living the Italian BELLA VITA on CAPRI under the hot summer sun, and now, I was embracing the ELYSIAN-clear cold airs and facing a LIMITLESS white, which could not possibly be HERMITAGE to any living being. A couple of moments later, from my unique AVANTAGE, I spotted the ultimate sight, the ACE: a polar bear with her cubs. What a proud, mighty HUNTRESS she was. Who could not ENVY me for being here? This arctic wilderness was THE ONE place of my lifetime that I will never forget. Anything can happen onboard a LÜRSSEN:

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MAURIZIO PARRAVICINI ZAMBAITI PARATI CONTRACT MANAGER by Marta Bernasconi

How do you explain the renewed popularity of wallpaper? Wallpaper is being used more and more for private residences and hotel and commercial interiors. The reason for this comeback is wallpaper’s great decorative potential and powerful aesthetic impact, featuring imaginative patterns and textures as well as intriguing tactile sensations. It’s also true that they are easier to apply than in the past and are harder wearing and easier to maintain. How do you choose the colour palette patterns for a new collection? Every collection has its own style, based on one or more sources of inspiration, which can range from fabrics in the Venetian tradition, fashion or the natural world. These form the basis of highly creative work that involves choosing the colours that best reflect the concept and then developing the shapes and patterns displayed in the collection. What are your products’ most exclusive features? Zambati Parati products combine aesthetic and functional properties, using technology that respects humankind and the environment. The wallpaper conforms to European quality standards UNI EN 233:1999 and UNI EN 259-1:2001. They are free from phthalates, formaldehyde and antimony, and are A+ and FSC certified, meaning that the cellulose they contain is obtained from sustainably managed forests. Are you often asked to create personalised wallpaper? Of course. People are looking much more than they used to for originality in unique, unrepeatable interiors. Customisation lies at the heart of our approach. We fulfil the requirements of the most hard-to-please clients by providing an entirely tailor-made assistance and development service, from creation to production. Our clients describe their ideas and our team transforms them into products that are ready to be applied. ZAMBAITI PARATI Since 1973 Zambaiti Parati has provided an international benchmark for wallpaper production and distribution. Backed by its extensive experience and technical advances, in recent years Zambaiti has emphasised quality in its production. An ongoing dialogue with architects and interior designers and the development of digital printing now enable the company to offer a high-end personal product

Are latest generation wallpapers also suitable for extreme conditions? We use a quality support for all our decorative panels, produced by us and Bs2-d0 certified. This makes them ideal for situations like restaurants and hotel rooms, where materials must be certified and fire resistant. We also offer materials that resist humidity, enabling wallpaper to be applied in bathrooms and wellness areas, too.

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B L U E N E S S

Baglietto Blueness is an inner quality and an outer expression. It’s the light in the eyes of anyone who has had a dream and finally sees it come true. It’s the passion and pride of the people who have made it possible. It’s the infinity of colours of the sea and sky that give a sense of belonging and identity. Baglietto Blueness is a style. The 8B, the Baglietto way of life.

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BOOM TIME! by Andrea Pezzini, CEO & Co-Founder of Floating Life

s the global pandemic has passed its peak and we can finally see light at the end of the tunnel, the yacht industry is beginning to experience a significant boom – the charter business is enjoying levels of demand that are unprecedented in recent years, and sales of all types of new and used yachts of all lengths are reaching dizzying levels.

To give you a practical example, I hadn’t been asked to survey non-vintage wooden-hulled yachts for at least twenty years. In recent years I’ve carried out sales surveys for relatively new yachts, at most twenty years old and quite large. This year, though, I’ve already been contacted twice in only two months, May-June, to complete a survey on the state of preservation of two more or less vintage yachts to be used for normal pleasure sailing because they’re reasonably priced and the clients, one new to sailing, want a boat! The feeling of being at sea, free from the restrictions imposed to combat the pandemic and to be in a safer environment than many others, even luxury, have reawakened an atavistic desire to take to the waves. At the moment it’s well-nigh impossible to find yachts under construction with a short delivery time. The most famous yards have already sold the next two years of production, and are accepting orders with longer deadlines. The charter business is enjoying a stratospheric increase in demand and as borders gradually re-open and travel restrictions loosen up calendars are filling and the number of yachts available is falling, taking us back to those heady pre-crisis and pre-pandemic times. All this is great for a market that during the lockdown gave the impression – one that I openly did not share – of being in an irreversible decline. Now, though, I encourage my colleagues in the yachting industry not to take advantage of these favourable winds as they have done in the past by raising prices and squandering earnings on speculative enterprises (a common problem in our world) without setting aside some funds for when things return to normal, and it will be necessary to finance the work and not close because earnings are low, and you have to invest your own capital! Today I feel like shouting HOORAY FOR THE YACHTING INDUSTRY!

And I hope in my heart that as usual my words will not just be carried away on the wind.

Armchairs Twist design Castello Lagravinese Studio. Bookcase Macao, coffee tables Ninfea design Maurizio Manzoni

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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

THE ITALIAN SEA GROUP_72M GROUP _72M ADMIRAL

lthough still shrouded in secrecy, there is no doubt that the architectural and stylistic choices made for Giorgio Armani’s new yacht will set tongues wagging. The exterior is clothed in strong dynamic lines and we are confident the interiors will exude the elegance and refinement the iconic Italian designer is renowned for too. For his new 72m, Armani chose The Italian Sea Group, a yard renowned for its excellence that has made custom building its calling card. The result is an Admiral yacht bespoke-tailored around its owner who naturally will be actively involved in every stage of its creation. This meeting of minds should come as no surprise as the Tuscan yard is a global force, building and refitting motoryachts of up to 100m, but is particularly noted for its builds of prestige classically-styled, completely customisable 50-metre-plus superyachts. Located in Marina di Carrara, right in the heart of Italy’s legendary nautical district, the 100,000 sqm yard headed by Giovanni Costantino boasts facilities that are absolutely unique in the world: 2,000 metres of dockside and 200 metres of dry dock in addition to the Village, an owner and crew area with an elegant lounge/ bar, restaurant, gym and spa. Giorgio Armani takes delivery of this new beauty in 2024. https://theitalianseagroup.com

FALCON YACHTS_LEGACY

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uilding has begun of the first Falcon Yachts Legacy vessel, a 40m penned by Quartostile of Turin. Clothed in spare lines and a bronze livery coupled with bow-to-stern glazing, it exudes a distinctively dynamic, almost aggressive,

elegance. Like the rest of the line, it has superb visuals, excellent construction quality, comfort and efficiency. This refined head-turner was designed for a sporty owner wanting to spend quality time with friends and family. He also influenced its slender yet muscular bow and torpedo stern. The main deck is home to a large aft cockpit with a shaded bar and dining area followed by a bright airy indoor saloon with full height windows. Also on the main is the fullbeam master suite with central bed. Moving up top, there is an astonishingly large area aft complete with sun pad/sofa. The bridge is designed to allow both crew and guests enjoy helming, while the sky lounge has a big up-down screen. A foredeck lounge area is ideal for luxuriating in the views and sea air. On the lower deck, the VIP is full-beam and flanked by a double and a single guest plus crew quarters for five. www.falconyachts.com

BENETTI_OASIS DECK™

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he Oasis Deck™ from Benetti is a game-changing combination of five

key features. Debuted on last September’s hugely successful Oasis 40M Rebeca, it is now also being used on the new Oasis 34m, B.Now 50m and 66m. The Oasis Deck™ offers opening wings that extend deck space close to the water but safe from waves, a magnificent flush pool, also close to the sea in the social area, 270-degree views from the stern (saloon included), a careful mix of sun and shade for day-long enjoyment, and a design that turns the entire deck into a huge, convivial oasis. Ideal for superyacht owners with ambitions to spend long periods aboard in real contact with the sea, in other words. Adapting the Oasis Deck™ to the 34M was quite the design challenge, but moving up to the larger 50M canvas offered space to push the idea still further (think an Adventure Room on the lower deck with dive racks, kayaks, etc.). The new B.Now 66M Oasis flagship raises the bar still further, dedicating nearly 50% of the main deck to what Benetti dubs ‘the Oasis Life’. www.benettiyachts.it

FRANCESCO PASZKOWSKI DESIGN

“ Quando l’uomo ha mete da raggiungere non può invecchiare

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“ You won’t get old if you've goals to achieve ” - Enzo Ferrari -

Via Santa Maria a Marignolle, 69 - 50124 Firenze ITALIA - +39 055 229519 - info@paszkowskidesign.it - www.paszkowskidesign.it

ROSETTI SUPERYACHTS_55-METRE SUPPORT VESSEL

[ WIP ]

his very stylish but undoubtedly rugged 55-metre

Thanks to a hefty engine set-up of twin 2,600 hp engines, it

Support Vessel is the latest addition to the Rosetti

unleashes a very brisk 22-knot top speed and so will be able

Superyachts range. Like the 38m Explorer recently launched,

to nip ahead to destinations to ensure that toys and tenders

it was developed with HydroTec. This latest yacht brilliantly

are on the water, ready for guests when they arrive. That

links the yard’s commercial vessel background and the

said, a comfortable saloon, galley, master suite and three-

explorer yacht world by wrapping its long-range, all-weather

double guest cabins plus seven crew cabins make it a great

prowess in a very comfortable, refined package. It will make

stay-aboard option also when required. This being Rosetti

a superb shadow vessel too for extra superyacht crew as well

Superyachts, the interior décor and design can be crafted

as providing a vast 224 sqm open deck for a variety of toys,

around the owner’s personal requirements and also the

tenders, submarines, a helicopter and provisions containers.

primary purpose of the craft. www.rosettisuperyachts.it

NAUTA DESIGN_R/P-NAUTA 151’

[ WIP ]

peed, safety, strength and silence are the four core

Reichel/Pugh say that Velocity Prediction Program (VPP)

values underpinning the new R/P-Nauta 151’, a one-

performance analysis indicates a boat speed of near 13

off bluewater performance sloop with general concept by

knots in upwind sailing under mainsail and jib in 10 knots

Nauta Design currently building at the Royal Huisman

of breeze or nearly 18 when reaching at a wind angle of

shipyard. This extremely lightweight aluminium yacht

90° in a 15-knot breeze. Guests will enjoy a spacious

will be both competitive in superyacht regattas and very

dining area and lounge under the deckhouse, full-beam

comfortable.

The owner was a repeat client for whom

master forward, and three guest cabins. In addition to a

Nauta had already penned a 34m sailer and indeed the new

beach club, there is an aft guest cockpit while a carbon

46m retains the spirit of her predecessor, particularly in

hard top while the foredeck can also convert to a second

her unobtrusive deckhouse design whic blends seamlessly

cosy cockpit.

with an austere sheerline. Working on the architecture,

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FOR SOMEON E I T’S A SHA PE.

Custom Line 106'

F O R US I T ’ S A N A MA Z I N G S C UL P T URE .

Manolo Valdés - Mariposas, 2017 Courtesy of Contini Art Gallery

Cruising is an art with Custom Line. An accomplished exponent of timeless Italian excellence from its very inception, Custom Line is on a mission to create exquisite, unmistakeable designs that combine cutting-edge technology and ingenious functional solutions, to deliver an extraordinary experience for every owner. Because cruising is the art of going beyond. The art of being different.

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CAMPER & NICHOLSON_42.5M EXPLORER ICE CLASS

[ WIP ]

amper & Nicholsons, Karatas Yacht Design and Arkin

collaborative endeavour that will most definitely reinforce a

Pruva have just announced that a new-build 42.5m

whole new vision sustainability within the yachting industry,

Explorer Ice Class project, with a delivery date scheduled

according to Camper & Nicholsons which is delighted with

for 2022, has been upgraded to comply with the latest IMO

the move. The new beauty will provide her owner with an

gas emissions regulations, particularly NOx SOx Tier III.

impressively high spec, the aforementioned state-of-the-

This was achieved by equipping the craft with the newest

art environmentally-friendly engines and some serious

2021 MAN engines fitted with SCR exhausts. The extra

sustainable explorer kudos. In fact, the 42.5m will now be

cost involved will be footed by the Arkin Pruva to keep

able to access even the most remote and protected areas of

the total budget under a competitively priced 10 million.

the world’s oceans without impacting on their ecosystems.

Karatas Yacht Design redesigned the engine room to

This Explorer Ice Class will also be Rina Ice Class D certified.

accommodate the new set-up and extra equipment too. A

https://camperandnicholsons.com

OTAM_CUSTOM RANGE 115

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aving promised a combination of speed, style and grace wrapped up in a bespoke package in the

Otam Aluminium Custom Range, the Liguria yard is now following up the first unit, the award-winning Gipsy, with a very different 44-knot 115’ that will be one of the fastest alloy yachts on the water. The new beauty’s sporty exterior lines by BG Design Firm were inspired by the aeronautical and automotive worlds. An aggressive bow lends the yacht a taut dynamic poise, while a deep-vee hull developed by Umberto Tagliavini Marine Design offers superb seakeeping, smooth entry into waves and high speeds. The standard layout puts an airy open-plan saloon behind the wheelhouse on the main. There are two en suite guest cabins on the lower deck plus a large VIP and the full-beam master amidships. However, because no moulds are used in the aluminium construction, various layout options are available for the aft cockpit, generous flybridge and vast foredeck. Even the below deck arrangement can be modified by shifting bulkheads. The designers have also cleverly made the fly almost invisible from the side on this sports cruiser. www.otam.it

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NUVOLARI LENARD_100M VENTO

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he 100m “Vento” sailing superyacht concept, presented by Nuvolari Lenard at the recent Venice Boat Show

2021, is something of a manifesto, a practical demonstration to designers and owners that even the biggest yachts can be genuinely green. Building on decades of working with clients as diverse as Oceanco, Palmer Johnson, Perini Navi and CRN Ferretti, Nuvolari Lenard’s radical concept marries pure sailing and a gentler pace with the demands of contemporary superyacht owners. Vento’s unique personality shines through in her powerfully aggressive profile, sloping stern, reverse bow and long, light hull, all of which boost efficiency and performance under sail. Omer Wing-Sail will give her a unique Wing Sail that delivers more performance for less sail, reducing heeling force and thus the keel weight required for righting. The result: the all-important lighter displacement. A retractable keel and 64m carbon masts complete the package. The concept includes four VIP staterooms, one super VIP and a large master suite with terrace forward on the main. A huge amount of al fresco space is available on the fly, spa and beach club too.

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WALKAROUND

ENDURANCE

LEONARDO SARTI_VIRTUS 47M

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eonardo Santi’s Elegantiae concept superbly balances

sections to create a classy yet dynamic ambience. Santi

luxury and modern lines. The former Benetti Interior

chose two types of Calacatta marble also: Calacatta Oro

Architect and 2020 Design et Al. finalist is currently

to embellish and characterise, with elegant Cremo Delicato

working with Mengi Yay Yachts on tailoring the interior

for the main foyer. Marble even frames the sculptures in

of a Virtus 47m around the idea. Santi’s great signatures

the boiserie in the main saloon. Wood-framed wall panels,

are his artful lighting, knowledge of Italian marble and

all beautifully lit, also feature artworks, most notably the

passion for fine art. Richness is added to clean, simple lines

stunning “Il Promesso” sculpture by Matteo Pugliese in the

by luxe materials, resulting in an extremely modern yet

foyer. Lastly, Elegantiae’s neutral color palette means that

elegant look. In this yacht, he uses light as an architecture

future customisation will be exceptionally easy.

element – long LED strip lights alternate with shorter

www.leonardosantidesign.com

by Marta Bernasconi

1. 1. The upholstery displays the decorative potential of

A search for ever greater comfort is reflected by distinctive design, and expressive freedom leads to unusual combinations of materials and colours. The world of outdoor furnishings has never had so much to offer designers of outdoor spaces, with products that also provide perfect on-board solutions

the new outdoor fabrics collection, drawing inspiration from sources ranging from art and design to fashion and architecture. In the foreground, the Archimede pattern evokes the geometric shapes of Paco Rabanne’s “unwearable dresses”. By Rubelli

2. A distinctive feature of the Calypso

chairs is the padded upholstery, zipped to simplify removal and cleaning. Stainless steel frame, teak base. By Royal Botania

3. Traveler Outdoor is an armchair with hod designed for relaxation. It features a slender aluminium tube structure with woven 4.

coloured cords. Available in several colour combinations. By Roche Bobois 4. A fascination with multi-ethnic life has inspired the Guna collection, which includes the charpoy, the traditional Indian bed reinterpreted with woven nautical cord on a wooden frame, treated for outdoor use. By Gervasoni

5. 5. From the Rotin collection, the pickled teak frame with curved corners recalls the Asiatic style of outdoor furnishings in bamboo. Nautical ropes and technical padding with draining system create the various elements – sofa, lounge chair, coffee table and pouf. By Ethimo 6. 6. Hard-wearing, easy-to-maintain and versatile. The fabrics in the Enjoyable Outdoors collection, available in a range of textures and colours, are ideal for furnishing

open-air spaces with style and practicality. By Dedar 7. The chairs in the Dala collection feature an innovative, distinctive style of woven material. The line is now joined by five new colour schemes, a club chair and a series of soft cushions. By Dedon

8. 8. A single or double lounger for the outdoor relaxation area with recycled foam padding, water-repellent lining and upholstery in special outdoor fabric. Wave daybed is available in two colour combinations. By Myyour

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The Hiro chair and lounger are made up of large cushions covered in linen or hemp supported by a sassafras wood frame with adjustable back with to two heights, for reading or relaxation. By Paola Lenti

1. The Objet Nomade collection is enriched by the new lanterns with blown glass internal light and interwoven leather strapwork in delicate shades. For outdoor and indoor use, available in two sizes. By Louis Vuitton 2. The Husk chair with high back that also acts as a windbreak is part of the bright, vigorous M’Afrique collection, made in Dakar, Senegal. By Moroso

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3. Ziggy is a series of poufs and low tables with an original barrel or hourglass shape, 4. The appeal of the chair and the entire Piper line lies in the use of a

made with iron rods and woven paste-dyed polyester cables. These small elements can lend distinctive character to outdoor areas. By Saba

structural element, varnished aluminium tubing, and its combination with materials like teak and interwoven straps that enhance the design. By Roda 4.

The set on the megayacht Sherpa XL by Arcadia Yacht is an exceptional outdoor space that showcases the Cloud sofa, armchair and pouf in solid Iroko and Bongo low tables with matt lacquer finish. By Meridiani

A NEW OUTDOOR With the presentation of its new Riviera collection, Talenti reasserts its liking for linear, contemporary design that also introduces an intriguing element of innovation in the world of outdoor furnishings. The unusual combinations of materials like ceramic, leather and aluminium translate into a new elegance and create new tactile experiences, such as that offered by the contact with grès porcelain chair arms. The design bears the signature of French architect Jean-Philippe Nuel, a famous name in the world of luxury interiors and tailor-made projects for the residential, cruise and contract sectors. Riviera is designed to provide a series of comfort options, comprising a two-seater sofa with removable upholstery, a deep armchair, wheeled day beds, pouffes, loungers and low tables.

RELAXATION AS A PHILOSOPHY... And as therapy, because Varaschin outdoor life is a way of looking after yourself. This philosophy underpins all this brand’s collections. For several years now Varaschin has built up its presence in the yacht-building sector. The common element in the different collections is woven sections in an enduring synthetic that also performs well in challenging conditions like the marine environment. It is made using manual techniques and methods that are constantly updated. One particularly striking weave is displayed in the Emma line, designed by Monica Armani and offering all the elements that enable users to enjoy relaxation in its fullest sense – chairs, armchairs, daybeds, low tables, loungers and sunshades. The latest arrival is Emma Cross, shaped like a flower corolla (photo, right) that is an irresistible invitation to relax and socialise.

TIMELESS BEAUTY Soaring by A&R

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THE BEAUTY OF NATURE The Visionnaire outdoor collection is a response to an ever-growing need – to re-establish a relationship between humankind and nature, a link that is vital for mental and physical wellbeing. The brand’s new strategy also highlights the emotional aspect of the interaction between object and user by adopting materials that can communicate the essence of living according to the dictates of nature. This vision is embodied in a series of elements, where the wicker supports interwoven leather fixed by steel clips bearing the Visionnaire logo (below, the daybed). The Stankar line, designed by La Conca, takes up the traditional weave and revamps it in a distinctive style, with rope attached to curved framework (photo, top). With the Aminta chair (left) by Giuseppe Viganò, Visionnaire has sought to create a bridge between inside and out. The indoor version has a removable padded cover attached to the back, a loose cushion that makes it suitable for outdoor settings.

[ MEGAYACHT ]

Design and technology combine to create new on-board living scenarios, as the yacht opens up to the sea all around. Sanlorenzo’s 34-metre model, an original synthesis of motoryacht and explorer, boasts sophisticated, contemporary interiors by Piero Lissoni enclosed in simple, flowing lines shaped by Bernardo Zuccon by Paola Bertelli - ph. Thomas Pagani

ethinking spaces, suggesting new styles of on-board life, enabling the sea’s presence to pervade the interiors. The SX112 has high ambitions, interpreted through the impact of clean, contemporary stylistic features and technological research. The Sanlorenzo yard, Piero Lissoni (who handled the interior design) and Bernardo Zuccon (responsible for the exterior) took on the challenge, laying the foundations for the yacht’s general design only after finding and perfecting the basic technical solution that opened the way to a rethinking of the aft spaces – in other words, making the engine room more compact and shifting it to beneath the exterior platform to transform the space normally reserved for machinery into a gym linked to the helm station and midships owner’s cabin on the lower deck. As a result the gym sits lower than the outdoor platform but has an expansive connection with the sea through a window between the aft bulwarks, and the sides that open out onto the sea widen the spaces, transforming the entire beach club into a 90-squaremetre island with no barriers. Another key space is the main deck, where the interiors and cockpit are entirely dedicated to socialising with a series of lounges, dining area and relaxation and conversation area that unfold seamlessly from stern to bow. The only vertical element – although it does not interrupt the flow of interiors – is the spiral staircase encapsulated in a transparent oval structure. As a result the lobby has disappeared, the galley is shifted to the lower deck and the helm station is on the flybridge. Floor-to-ceiling windows on the four sides of the salon, mirrored surfaces and light, mainly transparent exterior balustrades allow the sea and natural light to play a leading role in the interiors, too. Glass is also a crucial element on the sun deck, which is given great versatility by a system of electronically-operated windows that make it possible to close the space completely and air-condition the interior rather than leaving it open to the sometimes tender mercies of the sea breezes. The simple, refined interior design by Piero Lissoni combines a careful selection of design brands with found objects and speciallymade pieces like the Porro green marble dining table in the salon. Restrained, relaxing tones are interrupted by sharp bursts of colour like the pair of blue Utrecht chairs by Cassina. The decision to concentrate on freestanding elements, a choice Lissoni introduced into the yachting world with the SX88, creates great freedom and flexibility for the domestic spaces. Attention to detail and skilful selection of materials is evident throughout the interiors, with a sophisticated pairing of pure Japanese style and Italian elegance. Tatamis, the typical rectangular mats used in Japanese homes, now complement the geometric spatial flow on the SX112, covering floors and bedheads in the cabins and ceilings, the interior ceilings and the wood walls on the main deck and in the night area, where they are complemented by bronzed mirrored walls that amplify the sensation of space. The bathrooms are clad in luxurious veined marble, while teak dominates the exteriors. The SX112 is an exclusive residence enfolded by the harmonious shapes of its structures, inspired, as Bernado Zuccon explains, by nature and organic architecture. This equilibrium of forms and volumes creates a new way of expressing a concept that lies somewhere between the classic flybridge motoryacht and the explorer yacht. www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

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The spiral staircase (above and right) becomes an architectural element. In the open-space lounge it is enclosed in a transparent structure that accentuates its presence. Opposite, above, the flybridge lounge connects smoothly with the exteriors. Below, the horizontal and vertical elements of the volumetric box become part of the furnishings together with the L3 armchairs by Le Corbusier, the marble table by Porro and the vintage chairs

Exterior Design Bernardo Zuccon, Zuccon International Project

hen approaching a project that forms part of an existing line, I think the best thing to do is to encourage the owner’s desire to grow within the range, to provide motivation, offer justification based on type, function, aesthetics and content without limiting him or her simply to an offer of greater dimensions and slightly larger spaces. The extra space and breathing room provided by

the larger size of the SX112 enabled us to increase on-board functionality. It was possible, for example, to create a filter zone on the lower deck between the owner’s suite and beach area, a sort of closed, sheltered veranda that nevertheless has an intimate connection with the sea. It’s a significant element of added value. These days, yachts are sealed environments when under way, but once at anchor they open up and transform themselves. Technology has helped us create a dual personality for these boats. On the SX112, two platforms extend the beach area in a single movement and create physical openings through which air can flow, so this fusion with the sea becomes a visceral experience. I like to describe this yacht as an example of organic architecture. The wonderfully sinuous lines recall the shapes of large marine mammals. To me it’s like a huge sperm whale. One of the most important sources of inspiration for organic architecture is an evocation of nature, and it’s hard to find straight lines in nature. The SX112’s profile excludes any element that could create rigidity, it’s a constant flow of stylistic information, it’s never still, it’s a fluid process that moves in sinuous curves. The accentuated curves and melodic shapes reflect an approach that draws on countless references to nature. When designing the exteriors we developed a concept of synthesis. The tendency in yacht design is often to overdo things, to be over the top, providing an overload of information. We’ve done the opposite by synthesising the extreme, creating the necessary elements and no more.

So light they almost seem to disappear: when opened the structural elements of the stern bulwarks (above) transform the area into an island on the water (below). Opposite, a high bow and flowing, sinuous lines dropping towards the stern give the yacht a sleek, streamlined profile

On the lower deck tatamis on the floor and ceiling in the cabins (top, owner’s cabin, and opposite page the VIP cabin) and in the versatile lounge accessed by a staircase that can be transformed into another guest cabin. Beautifully-veined marble in the bathrooms (above)

Interior Design Piero Lissoni, Art Director Sanlorenzo

t’s been an extraordinary adventure. The project started with the classic canons of the architectural model, with an initial emphasis on structural and mechanical elements. As an architect I didn’t see things simply from an aesthetic viewpoint, I wanted to develop the structural elements alongside the yard’s engineers and the the yacht’s designers. It was an extremely interesting starting point that we’ll use again on later projects. The SX112 is another experimental model, like all new models we work on with Sanlorenzo. In this case we adopted an even more architectural approach – it’s a seagoing building. We’ve interlinked the spaces exactly as they would be in a building by using highly technical openings that create a dialogue between interior and exterior. We have, in fact, created a floating villa. The vertical link is a crucial onboard element. I took it for granted that there would be some very precise horizontal spaces. Connections on a yacht are almost always for services, or they become incredibly decorative. Again, as an architect I sought to introduce a surprising element – the stairs. In other words, two factors became important on the yacht – open spaces and the staircase. I think the SX112 has a wonderful B side, totally transparent, very sensual. Especially when she’s riding at anchor on a lovely sea or in a place that enables you to deploy the terraces, the yacht becomes almost non-existent, with those wings that open up and create a direct contact with the sea.

Geometric rigour in the composition of the cockpit lounge. The warm tones of teak on the floors and ceilings embrace the modular Extrasoft sofa by Living Divani outdoor

The Shipyard Luca Santella

An aerial photo emphasises the exterior lounges fore and aft. The SX112 is made of fibreglass and is powered by four Volvo IPS engines for a top speed of 23 knots

he SX112 is the latest arrival in the SX line, which began in 2017 with the SX88. We’ve described this line as a “Crossover”, as it combines a number of scenarios. It has the outdoor spaces of an open yacht, the comfort and convenience of a flybridge model and the speed of a navette. Of course, the SX112 is a larger yacht, its design is based on the 88 but it includes some significant innovations, developing around an unusual stern area. I worked a great deal on the sections, and as I had the space and height to develop them, I thought of a new type of contact with the sea with the beach area becoming almost a mezzanine. To create this space we shifted the engine room to beneath the beach area and developed a new walkway where we’ve located all the on-board systems and control room. It was a delicate, extremely complex technical challenge. The SX112 allows you to enjoy a total experience of the sea, enabling and encouraging all the activities that form part of on-board life. The contact with sea is deeply enhanced by the use of glass. Glass is playing an increasingly important role in yacht design, and there’s great pressure to develop structures that are adapted to it. Piero Lissoni, for example, has sought to intensify the interaction between the beach area and lounge with an all-glass structure aft. The rounded corners and large opening area posed some tough challenges for moulds and structures in an area of the yacht that will be very well-used. The SX112 is highly customisable, but that’s down to an approach that’s part of the Sanlorenzo culture: all their yachts are, no matter what size. It’s one of the yard’s strengths – Sanlorenzo constantly aims to provide innovative solutions, like the lower deck lounge on the SX112 accessed by the wonderful staircase, the fulcrum of the entire yacht. The owner is left free to decide how to use this unconventional space.

[ FLY ]

BUSINESS JET AT THE SPEED OF SOUND by Sergio Barlocchetti - ph. courtesy by Dassault

The French company’s new flagship is the Falcon 10X. It will fly halfway round the world powered by a Rolls-Royce engine burning entirely sustainable fuel. The cabin is the largest and quietest in aviation history

[ FLY ]

models. An entirely new modularity provides the opportunity to create a number of layouts. As Trappier explains, “The 10X is large enough to accommodate four cabin zones of equal length but owners can configure their cabin to create a truly customized interior, including for example, an expanded dining-conference area, a dedicated entertainment area with a large-screen monitor, a private stateroom with a queen-size bed or an enlarged master suite with a private stand-up shower.” The 10X will boast a cabin section larger than that of any regional passenger aircraft, with a headroom of 2.03 m (6.8 ft) and a width of 2.77 m (9.1 ft), almost 20 cm (8 inches) wider and 2 inches (5 cm) taller than its nearest rivals, the Bombardier Global 7500 and the Gulfstream G700. The new materials used will make the interior environment unusually quiet, with noise levels about on a par with those of an electric car. The Falcon 10X will have a totally new fuselage with almost 50% larger windows compared to the current flagship of the Falcon line, the 8X. There are 38 windows, helping create the brightest cabin ever designed in the business aviation sector. The wing that enables such a high cruising speed will be made of caron fibre composites for maximum strength and reduced aerodynamic drag. The engine chosen for this model is the Rolls Royce Pearl 10X, also currently in the development stage, providing 18,000 lbs of

thrust. The technological heart of the Pearl 10X is the Advance2 system, the most efficient available in the business jet sector, with f there’s one aircraft builder that likes to stand out, it’s

an improvement of over 5 per cent.

Dassault. Only a few days after the inaugural flight of its first

This provides operators with unprecedented airport access,

Falcon 6X the French company is presenting the next flagship

enabling the aircraft to take off and land on short runways and

of its fleet, the Falcon 10X. It’s claimed to be the world’s most

fly to extremely long-range destinations at the speed of sound.

technological executive aircraft, and the only one in its class with

The engine is under development at the Rolls-Royce Center of

a range of 7,500 miles, enabling it to fly non-stop from New York

Excellence in Dahlewitz, Germany, and is currently undergoing

to Shanghai, Los Angeles to Sydney or Hong Kong to New York

a series of tests involving 3D printed components. It will be able

at a speed of Mach 0.925 (theoretically, over 1,140 kph). We’ll

to operate with 100% sustainable aviation fuel. The flight deck of

have to wait until it is built and then certified in 2025, but it’s

the Falcon 10X features a digital platform that is directly derived

already possible to pre-order, and around ten clients have already

from the military systems on board the Rafale fighter, optimised

decided to invest in this new gem. During the presentation

to reduce crew workload. There is, of course, a single-button

Dassault CEO Eric Trappier said, “The Falcon 10X will offer

recovery mode that if activated will restore the aircraft to a safe

an unrivalled passenger experience over both short and long-

trajectory. The avionics will include the FalconEye augmented

duration flights, along with breakthrough safety features from

synthetic vision system, HUD screen and flight characteristics

Dassault’s frontline fighter technology. We have optimized every

that enable the 10X to be flown in conditions of zero visibility.

aspect of the aircraft with the passenger in mind and established

Now we come to the moment to reveal the price of this wonder

a new level of capability for ultra-long-range aircraft.”

– at least 75 million dollars plus the cost of any options the client

The performance may be impressive, but so are the cabin

may choose – and the list of these on offer, it goes without saying,

specifications – it will be the tallest and most comfortable in the

is unlimited.

sector of business airplanes that are not derived from commercial

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The innovative design of the new Falcon 10X’s cabin, with larger windows than on the previous model. Below, the interiors projected for the new flagship of the Dassault fleet, with a large bed and spacious galley. Opposite, An early image of the Falcon 10X in flight. Note the large number of windows in the fuselage side

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[ The CAR ]

THE DAWN OF

A NEW ERA Maserati’s first next-gen model, the new MC20 hails the Trident marque’s official return to the super sports car segment. And also to the world of racing by Diego Tamone

A rear-engined supercar, the MC20 sports a petrol twin-turbo V6 designed at the Maserati Engine Lab in Modena. Dubbed the “Nettuno” (Neptune), the 3-litre unleashes a massive 630 bhp and 730 Nm of torque between 3,000 and 5,500 rpm

[ The CAR ]

wards have always been a great way to fuel growth and innovation and consequently the desire to dazzle that underpins every challenge, human, sporting or business. But they are also, at the end of the day, the most tangible way of endorsing the brilliance of a design or project. Regardless of their type, awards and prizes act as sentinels

of sorts. A signal that good work has been done as well as providing public and critical acclaim that will also usually mean a competitive edge on the market. If they fail to materialise, however, they signal a dearth of power and acceleration, opening the way for the competition to whizz by. Awards are a familiar thread running right through Maserati’s history, so much so that it recently found itself hurriedly redesigning its own already generous but bulging trophy cabinet after over a century of success on road and track. Said cabinet suddenly became far too small after the unveiling of a car that very clearly maps out the marque’s future direction: we’re talking, of course, about the new MC20 super sports car. This high performance car was not designed, however, to compete in the hypercar segment. Rather to flawlessly encapsulate Maserati’s traditional core values, by melding benchmark performance with design instantly recognisable as belonging to a marque unanimously considered the very pinnacle of the Italian automotive flair and style. Oh and did we also mention it boasts what - at first glance at least - seems like impossibly sumptuous occupant space and comfort? Hardly surprising therefore that the MC20 has drawn universal acclaim, quickly snapping up a slew of prestigious titles: China Performance Car of The Year 2021, British GQ’s Super Sports Car of The Year, Most Beautiful Supercar of the Year 2021 at the Festival Automobile International in Paris, and Best of the Best at the 2021 Red Dot Awards. However, this is just the start of the story. The MC20 is also the first car in history to not simply win awards for its beautiful lines and performance but also for the quality and standard of its launch, which was voted Best Event of 2020 at the Best Event Awards World. This is possibly its most important plaudit because it is not confined to the car sector alone but open to events of all kinds all over the world. So, last September, in Modena, Italy, the wraps were whipped off a car that ushers in a whole new era for the Trident marque. The beautifully honed brainchild of Klaus Busse, Head of Maserati Design, and the Maserati Style Centre in Turin, it was developed by the futuristic Innovation Lab, and built on the assembly lines at the historic Modena factory. In other words, it is a 100% Italian achievement. Just as it should be. www.maserati.com

The MC20’s flowing lines are the product of over 2,000 hours of aerodynamic research in the Dallara Wind Tunnel and over a thousand CFD simulations. Facing page, the cabin is pared back but not overly so

[ The CAR ]

There are no purely aesthetic frills or fripperies. Everything aboard the MC20 is functionally driven. Including its glorious butterfly doors

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In this photo, architect and yacht designer Enrico Gobbi, founder of the Team for Design studio. It has been designing elegant yachts since 2005, often in collaboration with Rossinavi – like the EIV (opposite page), its latest 50-metre yacht, whose exterior lines recall the shape of a coupé car

THE HARMONY OF PROPORTIONS by Samuela Urbini

[ CREATIVE MINDS: TEAM FOR DESIGN ]

Sporty lines, yachts with a balanced profile, artisanal production and attention to every detail are the priorities for Enrico Gobbi’s Team for Design studio. In the projects presented here the team drew inspiration from the automobile world

nyone who is born and brought up in Venice is bound to be influenced by the city’s vast heritage of art, beauty and maritime history. Enrico Gobbi is no exception. He graduated

in architecture at the University of Venice with a thesis on a yacht, an early indication of his love for matters marine. This passion led him to specialise in yacht design in the USA and then return to Italy for a

five-year stint at the Novolari Lenard studio. In 2005 he decided to go it alone and founded Team for Design in Mestre, a city on the edge of the Venetian lagoon. His studio-workshop designs interiors and exteriors for yachts with a generally more elegant, sporty style. Nine people now work at the studio – more than ten would mean losing the artisanality and creative connections the architect values so highly. “To me, design is all about harmonious proportions”, says Gobbi. “This begins in the initial creative stages, when I imagine the yacht seen from a distance and I see the first four main lines. I sketch the idea in pencil without thinking about it too much. I don’t picture the details yet, just the main proportions – the hull design, the superstructure, how

[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

Above, the main salon on board 50-metre EIV, with a contemporary, minimalist style and detailed lighting design to accentuate art works and interiors. A blown glass male head inspired by Modigliani (above) by an artist from Murano in the EIV’s lounge stands in the lounge opposite a female head, a tribute to the two owners

streamlined it is, whether it’s positioned towards the bow

interiors are in a modern or contemporary style but entirely

or stern. Once you’ve imagined those four lines, the project

customised and enhanced by skilful lighting design that

has already reached an equilibrium. If it doesn’t work you

shuns the classic spotlights in favour of backlit surfaces or

can add a ton of details but the yacht will never have the

surfaces lit by indirect light from apertures, panels and wells.

harmony we’re talking about”.

One distinctive element of Gobbi’s designs is long,

This harmony is evident in the exterior lines of EIV and

uninterrupted windows. There are actually two – a larger

Utopia IV, two yachts by Team for Design for the Viareggio-

upper one and a slimmer one lower down in the walkways.

based yard Rossinavi. The two yachts are part of the Vector

“The lower window is extremely important for us because

line, not a fully-fledged range, but designed from 50 to 70

it’s not just an external decoration, it’s designed so that when

metres, with Utopia IV as the first at 63 metres and EIV the

you’re sitting on the sofas or the bed and you’re looking out,

latest at 50 metres.

it’s in exactly in the right position to provide a view of the

“They are seagoing coupés and, like large sports cars, they

sea. It’s a strategic opening for us that maintains the yacht’s

have a large bow/trunk forward and a superstructure shifted

sporty look without penalising the view. On the 50-metre

rearwards. There are further references to the world of car

you can open it in the dining area to create a spectacular

design in details like the air scoops and grilles, which are

gallery over the sea, but once it’s closed the black strip of

requirements in high-performance yachts, too”. The elegant

window is a distinctive element”.

The 63-metre exterior lines of the Utopia show its sleek, sporty character, with long bow and superstructure located aft to create the effect of a seagoing coupé. The dynamic architecture and uninterrupted windows are typical Enrico Gobbi design features

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Left, the artwork by Enrico Benetta created for the Utopia IV, with letters and numbers in Bodoni font, in aluminium rather than steel as a result of the strict weight limitations imposed by a fast vessel. Below, the lounge and owner’s cabin on the same yacht, with restrained colours and minimalist style. The light, mostly indirect, often enters through apertures and panelling

The personality of the interiors is completed by works of art, some by the studio itself and others by Italian artists. They are offered during the initial stage of interior customisation to enable the creation of an architectural element that can act as a suitable setting for each work, like with the spiral structure on the 63-metre, its numbers and letters representing the DNA of the owner’s family with important numbers and dates.

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[ CREATIVE MINDS: EVAN K. MARSHALL ]

I’VE ALWAYS FOCUSED ON UNIQUE DESIGN SOLUTIONS TAILORED TO OUR CLIENT’S REQUIREMENTS. MY BELIEF IS THAT “THE BEAUTY IS IN THE DETAILS” by Mary Hegarty

London-based American architect and designer, Evan K. Marshall has penned dazzling megayachts of the likes of the 74m Cocoa Bean and The World is Not Enough, but his most ambitious project yet is the 162-metre Luxus boutique cruise ship

[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

on’t call it a boat, Evan. It’s a ship. It’s got boats on it!” Evan

more easily towards solutions that even the highest standard cruise

K Marshall laughs down the phone from his London office as

ship couldn’t offer – and that was one of the main criteria. It allowed

he begins to describe his most ambitious project yet.

us to create more intimate spaces similar to those on a larger charter

Renowned for award-winning custom exterior and interior designs

yacht but taking it a step further”. The studio’s ongoing work at the

for megayachts of the likes of Cocoa Bean, Opus II, Skyfall and The

other end of the size scale, including the Divergence 45D for Ocean

World is not Enough as well as a widely-applauded revamp of the

Alexander and the intriguing Electric Whale 40’, also acted as an

Ocean Alexander range, Marshall took a huge leap of faith – and

anchor to its philosophy.

dimensions – when he accepted the Paul Gauguin Line’s invitation

The first question was how small a cruise vessel needed to be to

to pen its new cruise ship.

provide guests the feeling of being on a private yacht. The second

But what the exclusive South Seas-based line had in mind was a clear

was how to achieve the size and volume to deliver many of the

a departure from the norm in the increasingly super-sized cruise

unique public spaces and amenities of a conventional cruise vessel.

world. It wanted a boutique ship with all of the intimacy and quality

The dilemma was that on most cruise ships, the public areas – dining

of a mega/gigayacht yet the variety, amenities and guest stimulation

rooms, bars, etc. – are clustered together on a single deck, resulting

of a much larger vessel. In other words, a cruise ship that didn’t feel

in an impersonal mall-like ambience, a million miles from the

like a cruise ship - and barely looked like one either.

gigayacht vibe specified by the Paul Gauguin Line. “We eventually

The result is the 10-deck 162-metre Luxus boutique on which long

found the sweet spot,” says Marshall. “We created an atrium that

bands of hull windows give the first hint of that gigayacht aesthetic.

was a central feature of the design while at the same time sizing the

“It was a tremendously fun, challenging project,” a clearly enthused

vessel so that it was intimate but still had enough restaurants that

Marshall continues. “I’ve always focused on creating unique design

no one would have to prebook”.

solutions tailored to our client’s requirements, so my office is open

While passenger and crew flows are carefully planned on megayachts,

to different styles of design”. The London-based American architect

a 162-metre designed to welcome some 260 guests raised the bar

and designer, who began his dazzling career with Sparkman &

significantly. As did the whole raft of commercial fire and safety

Stephen and Andrew Winch, relished the opportunity to stretch

regulations. Once again, however, that stunning confection of glass,

his skills into entirely new waters. “We felt that, as yacht designers,

steel and light, the atrium, was the pivot, providing the dramatic

we could bring a unique perspective - we would be able to gravitate

space that acts as a tie-in for guests and for the onboard aesthetic:

The 78m Slipstream is clothed in clean lines that are raked in certain areas to lower her proportions and bring occupants closer to the sea. Her beach area is a circular indoor-outdoor affair, thanks to open-out platforms. A large six-metre pool on the swim platform is another new addition. Below left, the interior of the beach area with the Nemo Lounge and its underwater views, right

Facing page, with its dark bands of hull glazing, a beach club and near plumb bow, the 162m Luxus is more modern gigayacht than cruise liner. Above, the glorious swimming pool area creates a sense of both theatre and intimacy. Right and bottom, a glimpse of a duplex suite – spacious, sumptuously detailed and private with sweeping sea views

[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

The dramatic atrium is the pivot of life aboard the 162m Luxus, allowing guests to move freely to and from their suites and staterooms, restaurants, theatre, pool area, bars, etc. Its breath-taking design is a triumph, opulent and airy yet intimate with none of the impersonality of a “conventional” cruise vessel. Below, left, the Electric Whale 40’ and, right, the Divergence 45D, showcase the ever-inventive Marshall’s skill on a more compact scale

“It is the entry point, the common point of arrival from the staterooms.

the real eye-catchers are the Duplex Suites, which have an almost loft-

Going to other communal spaces aboard, guests always interact with

life feel – no great surprise, however, as Marshall introduced the first

that atrium,” Marshall told us. “We realised that if we stacked all the

tri-level master suite on Opus II. The luxurious interior styling is on a

public spaces at the aft end of the ship, we could have them leading

par with his most opulent megayacht work too. “My belief is that ‘The

off the atrium and create a sense of movement rather than a feeling of

beauty is in the details,’ he says of the painstaking design process. And

being boxed in”.

his takeaways from the Luxus experience? “One of the biggest lessons

The 162-metre’s restaurants are clustered aft too to provide expansive

was the importance of maintaining spatial intimacy no matter the scale

outdoor terrace areas seating, creating the connection with the sea and

of a project whether it’s with regards to interior or exterior spaces. That

outdoor world that has become a modern megayacht signature. The

appreciation will be something we can translate to ‘smaller’ yachts with

spectacular swimming pool area does this too. Even the “standard”

the same goal of creating enjoyable spaces for our owners and guests”.

staterooms aboard are designed to excel the finest 5-star hotel. However,

We can’t wait to see the results!

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The very first yacht in Baglietto history to sport a plumb bow, this 40m revolutionised the classic RPH boat concept. Custom-designed for a visionary owner, she hails a paradigm shift introducing boundary-shattering aesthetics that brilliantly balance the conventional and the remarkable. The result is a peerless experience by Désirée Sormani - ph. Petrignani (interior) - Scovavento (exterior)

lub M is an oasis of peace and tranquillity. A vessel ready to cast off on a very different kind of adventure. Her destination: next gen. A place but also a non-place. A voyage within a voyage. This fully custom 40m aluminium semi-displacement beauty has turned the page and opened a whole new chapter in Baglietto history. Club M’s exterior lines and naval architecture come from the ever-brilliant pen of Horacio Bozzo while the equally creative Achille Salvagni quite literally crafted her interiors. A design team par excellence selected by her owner, a cultured, expert yachtsman who knew exactly what he wanted. By good luck, he is also something of a visionary. He wanted his new yacht to brim with genuinely unique and innovative stylistic content and tech. He also had several must-haves on his to-do list: this yacht would have to be useable and enjoyable anywhere, anytime, and have large al fresco spaces as well as bright, airy and versatile interiors. Her exterior lines were to be clean, sporty and elegant at once. Consequently, yard and designers found themselves confronted with several new and really quite unique challenges. To overcome them, they called in top artisans and craftspeople who cleverly mixed traditional techniques with advanced technologies. The result is a paradigm shift that completely breaks with Baglietto convention and styling. Starting with her stunning plumb bow, a major departure in itself for the Liguria yard, and, of course, her upper deck, one huge al fresco space with two walkways running its full length. Everything aboard Club M feels magically harmonious: neither the exteriors, interiors, stylistic choices nor solutions are standalone achievements – each one is interlinked. Absolute focus has been lavished on every tiniest detail – including, for instance, the portholes. These were designed specifically to maximise the amount of natural light in the interior and create magnificent interplays and contrasts. Importantly, they also underscore the connection between inside and outside: guests never lose sight of the panoramic views of the outside world aboard Club M. Moving inside, Achille Salvagni has quite literally sculpted the interiors. Though perhaps, carved is a better term. The result is the perfect mix of classicism and contemporaneity. He has clearly poured all of his expertise and broad-ranging culture into the project: historic references, architectural hints from the past – everything from the Baroque to the 1920s and 30s and even modern times - abound. References to film too. Salvagni essentially distilled his wealth of experience in the residential sector to produce marine interpretation of the various spaces. “Because,” as he stresses, “a house is a house and a boat is a boat”. Every square inch has been designed. An interplay of contrasts reigns supreme as if Salvagni were seeking to surprise and dazzle the owner with truly unique and inimitable solutions. Walls and ceilings are trimmed in light leather that is buttery soft to the touch and crafted into organic forms – sensual roundness and soft lines alternate and interact with those contrasts to create tension: pale brushed oak melds and provides a harmonious contrast to darker eucalyptus accents while the natural oak floors alternate unexpectedly with hand-knotted silk carpets. The volumes are so clean and clear-cut, they feel hewn by wind or sea. Even the interior light sources evoke the tentacles of marine organisms. Everything aboard feels fluid as if designed to create sense of unbroken softness and versatility of space that will envelop guests in comfort of the most sublime kind. Speaking of guests, there are three staterooms dedicated to their use on the lower deck while a fourth has been kitted out as a gym but can be converted to an extra suite if required. The master suite is full-beam with its own office, balcony and a wonderfully cocoon-like bedroom area: “I wanted to create a sense of protection in the place designated for rest,” says the architect. “Just as four poster beds were once used to rid occupants of the anxiety induced by high-ceilinged rooms that made them feel tiny, lowering the ceiling in the centre and raising it at the edges changes the perspective and makes the space seem larger. Which is more or less what Borromini did in the gallery at Palazzo Spada in Roma to create a dynamic, taut impact”. Ah yes, Club M is most definitely a voyage within a voyage. www.baglietto.com

Club M is the first yacht in Baglietto history to sport a plumb bow and revolutionises the classic RPH concept. Fully custom, her owners wanted to turn even purely technical items into design features, including the requisite protection for the anchor chain which is now a distinctive design detail. Opening, the saloon aboard Club M where circularity is a clear theme. The vibe is cocoon-like, exuding a sense of intimate, cosy conviviality. The central island created by sofas does not impinge on the natural light flooding in through deckto-ceiling windows. An aluminium displacement beauty, Club M can reach 18 knots

Above, the dining area. Contrasts reign supreme throughout – forms and materials designed to surprise and dazzle the owner with natural light doing its bit too. Below, the full-beam master suite has its own office and a balcony that slides out from the hull while the area above the window

opens up to help air circulate when the balcony is closed. Centre, the master bathroom has an Art Deco aesthetic albeit with contemporary twists. The master bed (below) is tucked into a niche to offer the owner a protected space. Above, an intimate corner: every single piece of furniture was designed to make this a unique space

The upper deck is wonderfully innovative as it was designed to maximise al fresco space: it is an open plan area connected from stem to stern by two large walkways, creating a single, very useable space. Aft, a sunning area with a hydromassage tub which is also custom. The bar picks up on the lunar theme (facing page, bottom). The handrails around the upper deck are designed to be minimal and stylish so as they don’t obstruct views

Exterior Design Horacio Bozzo

his design really did start with a clean sheet. We began by working out how much space the owner and his family needed and how it would be used as well as the mood it should have. Then we thought about the general concept and the configuration of the interior areas to guarantee owners, guests and crew functionality. Lastly, we moved on to the clean, sleekly sporty profile with many different styling cues that also have a function: the plumb stem is an example of a necessary protection for the anchor chain that also became a distinctive

design detail. Another thing that makes this yacht unusual is the way the exterior space is used: we connected both aft and forward upper deck areas with an inviting one-metre-wide corridor at each side, something we normally would have on a 60-plus metre, doubling the original space and giving the feeling of a much larger yacht. One challenge was to bring natural light inside all over the yacht, an essential aspect of the owner’s brief. So, we combined deck-to-ceiling glass panels and low bulwarks, while thick cap rails in teak helped keep the exterior lines linear. In the owner’s cabin, the light was drawn inside the yacht through openable balconies, but in the bathroom it was achieved by combining generous hull windows and a central big skylight. The hull portlights are another unusual design feature: their perimeter is shaped to maximize the amount of natural light coming into the cabins and also the view angle from inside to the exterior. The owner wanted a large exterior dining and lounge area, where he and his guests could hang out regardless of the weather conditions. We turned the challenge of obtaining a large exterior area into an innovation by developing the aft upper deck as a convertible area open to the breeze and views but also protected. We fulfilled both of these requirements by integrating electric drop-down windows mounted throughout the sides, rotating roof louvres and skylights. The roof louvres produce a controllable source of airflow to allow fresh air in and let warm air out as well as providing protection from bad weather or extremely hot midday sun. Club M really is a detailorientated, distinctive pocket superyacht.

Interior Design Achille Salvagni

he owner is a real adventurer whose life has been filled with challenges and great achievements. That to me was a fantastic basis to start from. As well as the yacht’s name: Club and the initial M. The club was the best way for him to escape the world and move to another planet, to a very relaxed dimension connected with nature but in a very unusual way. The idea was to be bring together two types of language: interstellar travel and that of the East, meaning a sophisticated type of minimalism with very few materials and meticulous attention to detail. There are plenty of references of different kinds: the films of Stanley Kubrick, the interiors of the Sputniks and the space shuttles, mixed with velvety woods that look like they’ve been weathered and polished by the wind and which

create coral fronds as natural elements, which come inside the boat, grow and modify its most mechanical part, making it anthropomorphic. Round, circular forms that recall craters and planets which are revealed but then refer back to flowing surfaces. There are no sharp angles aboard this boat – just like in a spacecraft – not even in the intersections between the walls and ceilings: we used quarter-spheres, a complex shape to achieve particularly if the materials involved are leather and wood because the natural grains have to match. The theme of softness also runs through all of my boats. Because a yacht is a very large living being. A space that plays host to people but also an organism in its own right. The absence of sharp angles makes people feel like they are inside a big moving body, a dolphin or a whale’s body. However, it is a gamble to treat boats as if you were in a loft in Zurich, London or NY. But you might be able to glean something from residential. It gives you the opportunity to experiment with

aggregating things. In all my projects, I create a neutral shell and something that brings a touch of uniqueness to the space: a piece of art or a designer object, a change to a horizontal surface. There is always something that breaks that perfect balance. I don’t like moving around inside rigid, unbending symmetries. Everything aboard is designed specifically for that space: from the lights to the sides of the bed which are cast in bronze, the bedside tables, handles, seating. Even the furnishings in the bathroom which reference the 1920s. The nobility of the space comes from the space itself. I like the idea of listening to and then disorienting the owner, surprising him. I am omnivorous: I read constantly and hop from art to fashion to culture. I adore history. Aboard Club M, we used Egyptian linens and textural surfaces. I used parchment and brass: I like creating fractures between design and materials. Rough and smooth, dark and light, softness and stiffness… together they create a harmonious system – just as happened aboard Club M.

Every last detail has been meticulously penned and crafted for this project. What looks like pure simplicity is actually the result of extremely complex architectural design. From door handles to the tiniest detail on the stairs, the closets and furnishings trimmed in parchment, the individual lights and accessories – all are the result of a single philosophy and the great craftsmanship of Italy’ finest artisans

The Shipyard Fabio Ermetto, Baglietto CCO

There is a large sunning area forward in addition the aft one: this is a comfortable open plan lounge area. Aft is a very appealing beach area. Club M is a superyacht that can tackle all kinds of cruising – her high performance hull even has a shallow draft, making her ideal for sailing around the Bahamas

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he platform used for Club M is completely new and designed around the owner’s specific requirements. It was a challenging hull, the first with a plumb bow ever to be built by Baglietto and it revolutionises the classic RPH boat concept. The preliminary design process took six months and it was built in two years. The owner had very definite ideas: he’d already picked his designers. He was looking for a yard that could guarantee a very high quality yacht but was also flexible enough to produce a craft that was stylistically and technologically unique and innovative. Baglietto is synonymous with quality and I believe it was our expertise as a bespoke atelier that convinced the client to choose us for this particular experience. The owner wanted a hull with large open spaces that could be enjoyed in any kind of weather conditions. That resulted in a complete revision of the RPH concept: the upper deck was totally redesigned as an open plan space from one end to the other: 28 metres of footage (which is a lot on a 40m board). It was a huge challenge to create a unique, original outdoor/indoor space that would still allow us to keep the lines clean and sleek yet also boosted the practicality and enjoyment of life aboard. Another big challenge was the complexity of ensuring people could move around freely in a boat of relatively compact size, again while keeping the lines clean, but without losing any efficiency or practicality. The balcony in the master suite, for instance, with its double opening upward and downward, and the garage hatch with its travel lift or hideaway hydraulic stairs to connect the upper and main decks forward. Furthermore, the interiors created by Salvagni for the yacht make it genuinely special as it exudes a peerlessly balanced, refined and elegant luxury. The soft, sinuous lines penned by the architect only appear linear but actually point towards great architectural complexity as well as creating warm, harmonious ambiences in which even the tiniest detail counts. All in all, Club M was a completely new project that stimulated and expanded our construction expertise. She is now most definitely an excellent calling card. Club M is a compact technological, stylish and elegant gem.

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ART IN STARS AND STRIPES

From Pop Art to the most recent research on social and political themes, the works in Florence from the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis depict 40 years of American art, from dream to disillusion by Micaela Zucconi

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“A

merican Art 1961-2001”, an exhibition at the Palazzo Strozzi, Florence, curated

Above, Cindy Sherman, Untitled #92,

by Vincenzo De Bellis and Arturo Galansino, covers a forty-year period from

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John F Kennedy’s election to the presidency of the USA and the outbreak of

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the Vietnam War in the same year to the fateful day of September 11 and the terrorist attack

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on the Twin Towers. The story is told through over 80 paintings, photographs, video art

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pieces, sculptures and installations by 55 artists. The pieces are on loan from the Walker Art

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Center, Minneapolis, where Vincenzo De Bellis is curator and associate director of programs

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and visual arts. “The museum is an extremely high-profile, cutting-edge institution with a

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uniquely rich, diverse collection of over 12,000 pieces including works from famous names and less well-known artists who one day will be hailed as the new Warhol, Rauschenberg or Lichtenstein. This choice is reflected in the exhibition, in which we seek to tell the story of the art of this period and the story of a darker America through more recent figures who have handled themes like social justice, civil rights, gender equality, feminism and cross-fertilisation among art genres”, says De Bellis. The exhibition unfolds through the works of Andy Warhol, Mark Rothko, Claes Oldenburg and Cindy Sherman and Kara Walker. “The exhibition is chronological and thematic, from the Pop Art of the 1960s to Minimalism, Conceptual Art and the Pictures Generation of the 1970s, from dream to disillusion to more recent works from the 1980s, 90s and noughties, with due space for female artists. The final room is dedicated to the Afro-american Kara Walker (no connection to the Walker of the museum’s name), with a wide selection of video pieces and drawings inspired by racism, history and social satire”. The exhibition, open until 29 August, is also an opportunity to enjoy a comprehensive, unusual view of American art. It’s an experience that will create greater awareness for the next Post War and Contemporary Art sales at the big auction houses Christie’s and Sotheby’s, events that always attract a great deal of interest and exceptional results, proof of the evergreen vitality of American art.

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Minneapolis, Walker Art Center. To side, Kerry James Marshall, Blind Ambition, 1990, acrylic, collage on canvas, Minneapolis, Walker Art Center. Bottom, left, Matthew Barney, Cremaster 2: The Drones’ Exposition, 1999. Minneapolis, Walker Art Center. Collection Walker Art Center and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, T.B. Right, Andy Warhol (Andrew Warhola Jr.; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 1928-New York 1987), Sixteen Jackies, 1964, acrylic, enamel on canvas,

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[ MISE EN PLACE / L’OBJET ]

Different gold patterns are superimposed on bright single-colour background. The presence of gold is a common feature in the various collections, the element that defines their precious, exclusive nature

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Journey to Venice Textile designer Mariano Fortuny’s creations bring new life to the atmosphere and splendours of the lagoon city’s noble palaces by Marta Bernasconi

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n the one hand there’s L’Objet, a US tableware and home decor brand that combines luxury and functionality, creating collections with a modern aesthetic that embodies the values of older manufacturing traditions, and on the other we have Fortuny, the company that now transforms the creative genius that has shaped the heritage left by Mariano Fortuny, a cultured textile designer and stylist, into a line of lamps, clothing, accessories and furnishing objects. This intersection of two worlds has given rise to a tableware line by skilful artisans who have drawn on jealously conserved techniques. Interpreting a table that is synonymous with exclusivity, the L’Objet flatware collection comprises a series of articles in terracotta and metal. Their common trait lies in their decorative style – a brightly-coloured base acts as a background for sophisticated interwoven motifs inn 24K gold, applied in a series of manual passes. L’Objet also uses jewellery techniques in manufacturing its products, like some made-to-measure plaster moulds that are so elaborate that only fifteen pieces can be made from them. All this means that the brand is the perfect interpreter for Fortuny’s creations. Even Marcel Proust fell under their spell – in his work “A la recherche du temps perdu” he described a woman’s gown by the designer with a series of references to the most fascinating decorative characters of Venice. L’Objet presents an intensely evocative table collection that provides a contemporary reading of the style of a Venetian artist closely linked to the atmosphere and settings of a city that is itself a wonderful work of art.

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A set of four terracotta canape plates and cereal bowls from the L’Objet collection. As well offering a number of decorative combinations, this extensive range includes many tableware items

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Bold and sophisticated, Tankoa’s third 50m is clothed in strikingly powerful, dynamic lines penned by Francesco Paszkowski Design and emphasised by an unusual two-tone livery of black for the hull and metallic grey for the superstructure. The sublimely minimalist interiors bear the stamp of Casa Dio USA by Olimpia De Casa - ph. courtesy of Tankoa

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lokun, the latest 50m from Tankoa Yachts, brims with edgy character. The black of her hull and metallic grey of her superstructure perfectly encapsulate her soul: this aluminium tri-deck from the pen of Francesco Paszkowski, who crafted her exterior lines and interior layout, confirms the success of this bold, dynamic design and the efficiency of the Italian yard’s technical platform. Olokun is the third example of the series begun with Vertige and quickly followed by the sale of her hybrid sistership, Bintador. Like all the yachts splashed by the boutique yard, which focuses on building a small number of flawless craft, lavishing both time and attention on its products and clients who always play an active part in the process. Olokun is a very unusual yacht, as to be expected given that the yard specialises in superior personalisation. In fact, she really epitomises the state of the art in terms of her customisation whilst still boasting effortless functionality. “Olokun represents the pinnacle of yachting achievement. Design has to be a balance between aesthetic and function: of course we have to be sure that the result meets the client’s requirements but also that it is safe and can be used for at least the next 20 years,” confirms Tankoa’s CEO Vicenzo Poerio, emphasising the importance of the reliability of a craft and the rational integration of its plant, electronics and efficient use of the available space. The penalty for failing on any of those points is an immediate loss of credibility on the market. These days demand is increasingly specific. In this particular case, for instance, the yard had to send more than 10 different samples of black wood gloss (one of the dominant colours together with grey and oak in the interiors too) to the Casa Dio interior design studio in Miami, which knows the owner’s tastes inside out. So much so in fact that the interior designer personally chose the materials used aboard, resulting in a clever and beautifully balanced interplay centred around brushed oak in three different colours: natural oak, Tokyo Black and Bitter Grey. The three colours are alternated on a large scale for the vertical trims and ceilings, a motif that runs harmoniously through all the decks. It also appears in the bathrooms where it is paired with the toughness and elegance of Compac high tech quartz (used for the Calacatta and black marquina marble trims) and also in the cabins where it creates a delicious mix with jute and wool carpeting by Loro Piana. All of the furnishings – footrests, occasional and console tables, and sofas - were designed and supplied by the studio itself, which lavished extraoardinary attention on the finishes: from the gradient of colour to the gloss/matt contrast. The decision, made at the owner’s request, to create a large lounge area on the main deck is unusual too as this involved the dining area being moved to the upper deck. The other space that sets Olokun apart from her sisters in the series is her garage, an extension of the beach club designed and kitted out as a luxury area. The owner chose not to have a tender at all but instead a 15m chase boat painted in the same black as Olokun. However, if necessary, this extension of the beach club can be converted back into a garage as the telescoping crane for tender launch and retrieval has been left in situ. The remaining spaces, however, are traditionally laid out with the master suite stretching the full beam of the forward section of the main deck and four double staterooms (two VIPs and two standard guests) on the lower deck. www.tankoa.it

A close-up of the fly deck with its nicely shaded bar. The furnished exterior areas, which are on every deck, have a contemporary vibe that chimes beautifully with the minimal styling and colour palette of the interiors. Black, grey and oak were the colours selected by American studio Casa Dio, which crafted the interior design in collaboration with the yard’s own Style Centre. The owner’s personal designer designed and supplied of the limited edition furniture aboard. Opening pages: the rigorous, clean, contemporary exterior design of Olokun

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A forward view of the salon on the main deck: a truly immense, refined lounge area dedicated to relaxation and conversation. The owner chose to have the dining area to the upper deck with one table indoors and another in the aft al fresco area (below, left).

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All of the fabrics used aboard Olokun are by Loro Piana. Centre and right, two exclusive outdoor “corners” dedicated to sunning and relaxing: the stern platform with its chaises longues and sun umbrellas and the panoramic pool on the fly

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Powered by a traditional diesel set-up, Olokun has a top speed of 17.5 knots and cruising one of 14. The third example in the aluminium series designed by Francesco Paszkowski and the fifth design in the Tankoa fleet, Olokun was sold in March 2020 with the assistance of Fernando Nicholson of Camper & Nicholsons and delivered to her owner at the end of 2020. The foredeck “lounge” is a charmingly intimate outpost that can even be enjoyed in berth

Exterior Design Francesco Paszkowski Design

he exterior lines and layout were crafted to deliver a rigorous stylistic coherency with a clean, contemporary look: the plumb bow which helps create more interior volume, al fresco communal areas on every deck and indoor spaces that communicate very intimately with the exterior, thanks to large windows and lower bulwarks on the sides which free up the visual. Compared to previous Tankoas, we turbocharged the dimensions in all the al fresco areas, starting with the aft cockpit, one of my favourite spots, where guests sitting on the sofa in the shade enjoy unparalleled views, and going all the way to every sunning and conversation area aboard. Another signature, already introduced in various sizes and numbers on Vertige and Bintador, is the side balconies for the master suite forward, which enjoys an incredible amount of daylight, in part because of its upward-opening windows. Furthermore, the main deck is entirely devoted to day use as the dining area has been moved to the upper deck. There

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are also several elements more obviously traceable to the Tankoa family feeling: from the powerful stern to the dynamism of the lines, the compact look of the superstructure on the water, the balance of the window geometries and the vertical lines of the window posts and overhangs on the aft decks. The overall vision has had a clear impact on the yacht’s character, with the yard making a fundamental contribution through the support it provided at every stage of the process and the level of accuracy it displayed in even the smallest detail. The solutions that best reflect our studio’s vision are definitely stylistic coherency, a must for every design project, contemporary styling, the power and dynamism of the lines, which is pretty obvious even at anchor, the uninterrupted dialogue between exterior and interiors, and the brightness of the latter.

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Interior Design Dio Rodriguez CEO of Casa Dio

he owner absolutely wanted a hammam, lounge and relaxation area as close as possible to the ocean. Which led to the challenge of working within the 50 metres to create a bigger beach club. In order to make the owner’s requirements a reality, we transformed the beach club space to create the hammam. We also converted the tender garage, turning it into a lounge where the owners would find an additional area for relaxation. This also meant we were able to exceed the owner’s expectations. Another of the owner’s must-haves was to make the main salon as large as possible, which is why we decided to modify the architectural framework, and to move the dining room to the upper deck. As we already knew from our experience, boat interiors are often quite small and we always suggest to owners that we create environments that are as open as possible so they can enjoy the views and the interiors at the same time. We wanted a sense of coherency between interiors and exterior. So we innovated through our unexpected choice of exterior black paint along with the unusual minimal,

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Above, the 10-seater dining area on the upper deck. There is also a second table in the al fresco aft area on the same deck. Below, a guest bathroom and (left) one of the two VIP staterooms – there are also two further double staterooms for guests. The yacht is customised down to very small details including the size of the ceiling panels which had to measure exactly 2 x 1 metres, and in very precise level of gloss of some of the black wood sections

contemporary use of interior finishes and furniture. Very large 164m black hulls are not at all common! When it came to Olokun’s aesthetic, we were really inspired by minimal Japanese ambiances. The use of neutral colours throughout for the cabinetry and furnishings created striking contrasts and a timeless quality. We focused on making the entire interior of the boat convey a sense of residential life by reflecting the exterior and transforming the interior into a complete nautical experience. Olokun is a project in which Casa Dio focused on developing both interiors and furniture design specifically for the owners, using woods as colours and modern furniture. All the furniture was designed and made in our atelier by craftsmen who have dedicated their lives to custom furniture.

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The Shipyard Giuseppe Mazza, Tankoa Yachts Sales and Marketing Manager

elivered at the end of 2020, construction on the yacht began on spec. When we sold her in March 2020, she was 50-60% built. The owner’s representative, his right-hand man, is also the interior designer and essentially had carte blanche. The first must-have was the black livery for the hull and the metallic grey for the superstructure: a serious challenge for us because the yacht was at an advanced stage in her construction. So we had to prepare sheets of metal especially to check which type of paint worked best and then to see whether there were newer or technologically superior formulations on the market to those previously used. That was how we came to opt for new generation high performance Awl Grip (Awl Craft, blackjet LSA) which, because of its composition, guaranteed that the black would overheat by a good 10 or so degrees. We also painted the owner’s 15m in the same colour so that it could be used as a chase boat to Olokun. The yacht wasn’t built specifically for charter but it was designed so that, if it were sold one day, it could easily slot into the charter circuit. The private office connecting to the suite was only requested by the owner after the cabling had already been done as per the original design, so it could be turned into a sixth cabin with bathroom by closing off the communicating door and adapting the furnishings. Another unusual feature is the garage, which because it wouldn’t have to be used for a traditional tender, was kitted out as a “noble” area: an extension in luxe wood of the beach club that can be used as a lounge, spa or gym. Once again, it could still be used as a garage by removing the ceiling and flooring to allow the use of a telescopic crane, which is hidden right now, and launch a future tender.

Despite the fact that the supply chain ground to a halt for two months because of the Covid pandemic (the sale was closed just before it took hold in Europe), the yard still managed to deliver Olokun before the end of 2020 in line with Tankoa’s policy of always providing set-in-stone delivery dates

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LUXURY CAN BE FOUND

IN SIMPLICITY by Désirée Sormani - ph. courtesy by Kelly Hoppen BE

Dedicated to customising interiors around her clients’ individual lifestyles, Kelly Hoppen tailors every project meticulously down to the tiniest detail. Her work combines practicality and elegance in a seamless melding of East and West. Even – including in her yachts

She has designed homes, yachts and jets for private clients as well as commercial projects across the globe, including hotels, restaurants and offices. Above, de Gournay collection, a sample of the wonderful fabrics designed by Kelly Hoppen

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Kelly Hoppen, who is originally from Cape Town, South Africa, works from the studio she founded in London. She has designed for the celebrity likes of David and Victoria Beckham, and Martin Shaw, who was one of her early clients. Kelly Hoppen is one of the top designers in the UK

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ith thousands of prestige projects delivered over the last four decades, Kelly Hoppen’s skilful and constant evolving of her signature East Meets West

style - a subtle fusion of clean lines and neutral tones balanced out with opulent warmth - has made her one of the most sought-after designers of her generation. It has also garnered her a string of prestigious awards and accolades in the process, not least an MBE for services to interior design in 2009. Design has been Hoppen’s all-consuming passion since she was just 16. “My philosophy has always been grounded in a delicately balanced merging of East Meets West,” she says of her 43-years as a creative force. “I love the timeless marriage of the sleek and simple yet luxurious lines and shapes of the West, with the texture, depth and richness of the East, to create a truly modern look”. Hoppen’s eclectic portfolio spans everything from exclusive commercial properties to private homes, turnkey properties, superyachts, private jets and even 5* hotels. “For me inspiration should be broad: music is my main inspiration, but anything that I see inspires me from a belt buckle to the stitching on a shoe. Travel has provided me with fresh inspiration on each trip

Hoppen’s love of the East was sparked when she happened

too. However, it is all grounded in my fundamental East Meets

upon an antique Chinese trunk in the Portobello Market.

West philosophy. I am also a firm believer that luxury can be

“I felt in love with the serenity and ordered design of the

found in simplicity and must be timeless”. With that in mind,

East, and was inspired to combine this with the luxury and

Hoppen typically favours a neutral colour palette enhanced

opulence of the West to curate a truly modern and timeless

with layers, texture and light. “Textures sit at the heart of my

style.” She tailors this approach to each individual client or

designs and I love playing and mixing different types of fabrics,”

project: “Peoples’ lives have become increasingly busy and

she says. “I work with linens, leathers, silks and velvets both

they need things in their homes to be convenient and their

exclusively and together. I also love juxtaposing textures: carpet

spaces to work well for their lifestyle. It is also important for

and concrete, lacquers and metals for an eclectic feel and look”.

many of our clients to find the best ways to be sustainable

Kelly Hoppen, multi-awardwinning designer and TV personality, shares her essential style solutions to transform homes. She has written several books and is a familiar face on TV. These pages feature some of her home interior designs: top, a home in Chengdu and opposite, one in Hangtan, also in China

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with materials and ensure some spaces have versatile and

suites and villas are a home-from-home in a ground-breaking

multiple functions. I’m the conductor and use my design

way, combining luxury with home comforts to ensure that

passion and expertise to create the best interiors for them”. No

guests are totally relaxed”.

surprise therefore that Hoppen found herself dipping a toe in

That same ethic is reflected aboard Hoppen’s work for

maritime design. “I was approached to design Celebrity Edge

Pearls Yachts. The first Pearl 95, splashed in 2019, was a

and was excited at the challenge of changing the face of the

collaboration with Bill Dixon (who did the exterior design)

cruise industry. I loved the scale,” she smiles. The design for

while the recently launched Pearl 62 is an homage to the

Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Apex, the second in the Celebrity

traditional colour palette once found aboard luxury yachts. “I

Edge series, is now also complete. “Every space we’ve designed

approach everything in design the same way: no matter what it

reflects impeccable style and luxury with a modern finish. The

is, it’s about creating luxury”. Sounds like a mission to us!

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Hoppen’s elegantly minimalist East Meets West style works brilliantly aboard. A case in point is the Celebrity Cruises ship, top. Left, the saloon aboard the Pearl 95 and, below, the cabin and saloon aboard the recently launched Pearl 65. Hoppen’s exquisite interior centres around luxury materials such as marble, teak, ceramic and linen

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IN SEARCH OF PERFECTION Creating luxury bed linen using sartorial methods for over 20 years, pleasing even the world’s most demanding clientele. The secret? Obsessive precision and driving passion by Marta Bernasconi - ph. courtesy by Michela Nicoli

reating select products for a demanding clientele seeking beauty and exclusivity is in the Tuscan brand’s DNA. Based in Pistoia, it is a benchmark for companies producing high-end textiles for yachts, residences and hotels. The founder and driving spirit behind the company is Michela Nicoli, who boasts a heritage of experience that is unusual in this

sector. “As a young woman, I was asked to join Pratesi, an illustrious company that was market leader in the manufacture of refined bed linen, creating a range of wonderful products. I was export manager for many years, and this experience enabled me to develop a profound knowledge of the highest levels of the bed linen world”. When, more than 20 years ago, she decided to launch her brand, Michela Nicoli knew exactly what she wanted. “I had learnt a lot about clients’ tastes and requirements. I wanted to create and run a niche company where everything is Made in Italy, a little gem that enables me to exert total control over the entire production process, because you can only achieve perfection by monitoring every stage yourself, from yarn to

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Michela Nicoli’s client portfolio includes owners of large luxury yachts and the most important yards. Above: decoration items on board the 107 m Benetti IJE. Right: complete supply for the 72 m Tankoa SOLO Yacht, and decorative cushions

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[ BESPOKE ] ironing. The tight delivery deadlines can also be managed in comfort if you can oversee every stage from up close. We hand over the various artisanal production stages to trusted collaborators we have a daily relationship with. All this generates good results – although the requirements we’re faced with can sometimes be tough, we’ve never had any negative comeback”. The brand’s commitment to bespoke production has existed from the very beginning. Over the course of 23 years the company has been involved with over 220 yachts, creating unique pieces for each one. “Companies usually work from collections, and generally stick to them. For every new project we, on the other hand, put together an offer including a prototype, a finished product. This enables clients to see what the final product will look like, how it fits in to the space created by the interior designer and the owner’s requirements. It’s an expensive method, but it works, our clients are always highly satisfied”. Although firmly convinced

Bed, bath, table and outdoor linen on board the 64 m Sanlorenzo Attila (above). Left and bottom: decorations and upholstery pieces for the cinema on board the Benetti IJE. Over the course of 23 years the company has been involved with over 220 yachts, creating unique pieces for each one

of the matchless quality offered by some materials, like the lovely percale that is cool in summer and warm in winter, Michela Nicoli loves new products, and she is the first to test them. “Every week I try out a new product on my bed. At the moment, for example, I’ve started to use some wonderfully soft, pleasant linens, and an eco-sustainable wood fibre. We’re also taking a look at hemp. I think it’s important for me to use and experience things, and when a client asks for a different type of product I try it out personally”. Inquisitive and open to new sources of inspiration, Michela Nicoli feeds her imagination through travel, visiting the world’s most beautiful hotels, which provide examples of all that’s best in style and welcome. She also visits art exhibitions and Florence itself to nurture the brand’s creativity. As well as producing luxury bed linen, her brand also includes an interior decoration division. www.michelanicoli.com

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MICHELA NICOLI

FOUNDER AND OWNER What are the distinctive features of the Michela Nicoli style? “International” is a bit of a buzz word at the moment, but I don’t think that or “bespoke” or “custom-made” really cover it fully. Personalising our products and making them fit our clients’ tastes or the project requirements specified by the interior designer, clothing spaces in our soft creations is part of our character. Stylistically, we believe in the power of the understated elegance of simplicity.

Which articles can be seen as timeless classics? Tone-on-tone embroidery with restrained colours like pure white, ivory and beige, combined with refined fabrics with ever higher thread counts, which are a feature of high-quality bed linen, remain evergreens. In the yacht world, softer, increasingly high-performance towelling tops the list of demands. How do you manage to create an exclusive product made especially for a client? Mainly by listening to the interior designer or the client. We try to establish an immediate empathy that enables us to transform what is still an idea into a reality that our experience can turn into a finished product. We’re always looking for innovation – in hotels, while we’re travelling, from our suppliers. Wherever we are we seek out “signs” that will become our alphabet, enabling us to compose unique, competitive projects.

How has the brand evolved in recent years? Over the last 10 years we’ve started to expand our offer by supplying decorative elements, cushions, plaids, rugs, indoor and outdoor furnishings and all the complements need for the final fitting-out in the spaces on a yacht or in a residence or hotel.

What are you working on at the moment? We’re involved in wonderful, complex bed linen and decoration projects, with our selection of objects. Taken together they form an all-round interior project. As well as new commissions we continue to work with yards and owners from all over the world, many of whom come back to us even after a period of years, renewing their loyalty by purchasing furniture and accessories fittings for new yachts or their homes.

Below, from left: Kelly set with applied border on sateen cotton and embroidered pillowcases in percale. Based in Pistoia, the company produces high-end textiles for yachts, residences and hotels

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ADDED VALUE Aesthetic development and maximum well-being. With these aims, an award-winning Italian brand has established itself in the field of designing and building exclusive swimming pools by Marta Bernasconi - ph. Courtesy by Edilfare Piscine

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Some of Edilfare Piscine’s creations. The company is sector leader in Italy. Its designs aim to create water lounges that can

enuine architecture, one that can enhance a home and become a natural extension of it, dedicated to pleasure and relaxation. Fabio Signorelli, founder and owner of the Bergamo-based

company Edilfare Piscine, has always had clear ideas on how to design and

accentuate the architecture and

build swimming pools. His passion for this design element dates from his

landscape they are set in. Water is

childhood. “I’ve always felt a special affinity for water, and even as a child I

interpreted as a dynamic element

was attracted by swimming pools. When, by chance, I visited a building site,

which creates natural scenes that

I realised this would be my career. I began on a small scale, in my garage

enhance the feeling of well-being

and with the help of a few workers. I founded this company in 1997. In the beginning I built two or three pools a year. Assisted by word of mouth and a website, in 25 years we had become a leading company in Italy”. Edilfare Piscine builds swimming pools and wellness structures (saunas, Turkish baths and small spas) in homes and hotels. It is one of the few Italian companies whose structure as allows it to follow a project through every stage, from consultancy to design, building, renovation and post-sales maintenance. The Signorelli company stands out in several ways. After being named Italy’s Best Pool Specialist for five years in a row, Edilfare Piscine is promoting the strategic figure of the pool consultant, a qualified expert with a thorough knowledge of all aspects of design and construction. “This technician can customise client requests while respecting the demands of function, hygiene, lighting, cover and heating. The site manager clients place their trust in often has no specific knowledge of the subject, and that’s why the pool consultant

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is so important”. Further exclusivity is provided by Laura Novali, a

Essential shapes and lines are part of the Edilfare

communications expert in the nautical world and an enthusiast of

Piscine style, as is the idea of making the pool

Oriental and holistic techniques that aim to promote natural well-

shape emerge from its setting, giving it a strong

being. In recent years her support has helped the brand to position

identity. Preference is given to natural materials

itself even higher in the market. It was her idea to introduce a Feng

whose appeal will not be diminished by the

Shui consultancy service in collaboration with a leading Italian

passage of time.

company. She explains why by saying: “In Feng Shui a swimming pool brings wealth and prosperity, and its orientation can influence people’s lives. Clients expect us to provide a service that aims for maximum well-being, so we want to offer this aspect, too”. Edilfare Piscine has come a long way in 25 years and now it feels ready to take another great step – it is already looking across the Ocean, towards the American market.

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FABIO SIGNORELLI,

EDILFARE PISCINE FOUNDER & OWNER How would you describe your swimming pools on a design level? We like linear, timeless shapes. Our pools are living, catalysing elements where water can flow, spill and create natural scenes. The interior is enhanced by relaxation areas and seating that mean our pools are also places that promote well-being. Our consultancy and design service also examines the best way to integrate the pool into the natural setting. What are the benefits in terms of construction? As well as reinforced concrete and steel we select simple materials with a minimalist aesthetic like wood and stone, which are not subject to passing trends and retain a sense of newness. Then there’s PMMA, which we use to make transparent panels for extremely attractive glass-effect walls. What’s your approach to environmental sustainability? We offer the most natural possible water treatment methods, alternatives to chlorine, for example, with ozone generators that render the water clear and pure. We then began to use a new material for the interior cladding of our pools, a cementised plaster with natural pigments so we can obtain a whole range of colours and cover any surface. Are there any factors that make you exclusive? We’ve won the prize for Best Italian Pool Specialist for the past five years in a row. What makes us special is the pool consultant, a highly-specialised person who can handle all the legal aspects involved in building a pool. We also design every project exclusively, not on the basis of standard models – we take account of the specific details of every build. Is Edilfare Piscine also involved in the nautical scene? One of our objectives is to build swimming pools on board superyachts. We are, in fact, already starting, we’ve just received confirmation for creating a mini-pool on a new yacht.

The presence of water is also emphasised by transparent walls in the enclosing structure. Right, Fabio Signorelli, owner of Edilfare Piscine, with Laura Novali, head of marketing and communication

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Spaces evoking nature embrace guests on board this refined 68-metre yacht by Abeking & Rasmussen. The Focus Yacht Design studio is responsible for exterior and interior design, handing everything down to the smallest detail by Paola Bertelli - ph. courtesy of Abeking & Rasmussen

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uilding a custom yacht requires a lot of patience, as the process takes several years to complete. But for me this wasn’t just a waiting period, I enjoyed following the creation of something spectacular as much as the anticipation of seeing the final result.” With these words MY Soaring’s owner took delivery of his yacht at the end of a fascinating 3.5-year process shaped by a constant research effort whose purpose was to create a unique superyacht. Soaring inspires a series of heady impressions. The yacht is designed by the Focus Yacht Design (FYD) studio, which developed the exteriors and interiors, while the Abeking and Rasmussen yard gave concrete form to this 68-metre craft – in other words, an entirely “made in Germany” collaboration. Built as a family yacht, although it’s available for charter, and not as an object to show off, it has contemporary lines with a strong personality and distinct identity, based firmly on tradition. The grey hull livery, white superstructure, sharply-defined windows that blend perfectly into overall concept and the vivid orange strip at water level are combined in a perfect equilibrium. A modern style reigns in the interiors, pure, functional and with a traditional layout. A limited number of materials have been chosen for the surfaces, creating relaxing, welcoming but never banal spaces – every room, lounge and bathroom reflects a distinct, original theme that draws inspiration from nature – elements, symbols and details evoke the worlds of animals and plants, as well as stars and the cosmos. Apart from a few pieces, the furnishings are by Rodiek, another German company that specialises in yacht interiors. Installations, sculptures and art objects provide interest and surprise. The spacious main deck salon, with a sumptuous round table seating twelve at its centre, provides access to the lounge, where the conversation and dining areas are separated by a screen with built-in TV. The screen is framed by small bronze plates that create an endless series of reflections. To the side are two large backlit panels with representations of two constellations. Incorporated into the panels are pieces of meteorite that are over 4.6 million years old. The guest accommodation area further forward is reached through a very original lobby – at the foot of the stairs stands a bronze sculpture by Claus Hartmann depicting two hippos wallowing in the water. The cabins are based on a variety of inspirational sources - Nautilus, Ginkgo, Turtle, Bamboo and Water Lily, themes that are also seen in the bedheads, FYD artwork that Taiping transformed into stunning tapestries, in the engravings in the Travertine or the glass of the showers in the bathrooms and the carpet decorations. The upper deck, whose layout is less traditional than on the rest of the yacht, is the owner’s domain, accessed by backlit stairs that seem to float in the air, and connect the four decks of the yacht. The 82-square metre suite extends towards the private aft deck and is dominated by a bedhead depicting eagles in flight – hence the yacht’s name. In the bows are a spectacular library/cinema with three white Flexform sofas and in the only unglazed wall an extraordinary bookcase with onyx wall and dimmable backlights. The outdoor bridge deck experience is enhanced by a 3-meter Jacuzzi aft, partially surrounded by a generous sunpad. Passing through the interior control station, guests reach a classic Portuguese deck, a sheltered walkway forward where they can enjoy the sea view. The area that springs the biggest surprises is probably the beach club on the lower deck. The swim platform dialogues with a sophisticated interior lounge with custom-made petrol blue sofas and a light-filled sculpture reaching the ceiling. This is flanked by gymnastic and yoga equipment, and the entire array is embraced by woodwork in light eucalyptus with silver strings. The gym area, with ballet barre and bar counter, provides access to the massage area and hammam, decorated with a geometric-pattern stone mosaic. All in all, 74 square metres of blissful waterlevel relaxation. www.abeking.com

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Soaring is a 68.20 metre, four-deck steel and aluminium yacht. It has a range of 4,200 miles a speed of 13 knots. Opening, the dining area of the main deck salon features an original chandelier, custom-made to a design based on the owner’s thumb print

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Windows form three sides of the upper deck library-media room (above), while the fourth is taken up by a bookcase with a backlit onyx wall. At the foot of main deck staircase (below, left) a sculpture by Claus Hartmann depicts two hippos wallowing in the water.

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The main deck lounge (above) covers 80 square metres. The conversation area is separated from the dining area by a screen clad in small bronze plates with built-in TV. On the lower deck, the beach club with gym-lounge (below, right), hammam and massage room (below, centre)

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Exterior Design Thomas Mühe, Managing Director Focus Yacht Design

he owner’s brief specified a clearly recognisable yacht with a distinct identity. The only special requirements were length and interior volumes. At the same time, a traditional use of the yacht was anticipated. That framework meant we couldn’t opt for extreme proportions or create elegance through sleek lines. The yacht was clearly a voluminous ship with an individual owner’s deck at a length where a forwardfacing accommodation deck is not a common feature. Soaring was also not planned as a show-off piece, but as a family yacht. As with works of art, good design is generated by a storyline, tensions and disruptions that are woven into a harmonious whole. To break up the traditional way of arranging a yacht in different layers, we revived an idea I worked on during the late 1990s - treating the ship as a sculpture rather than a building, with a sweeping line. Following the example of stylistic techniques used on much smaller runabouts, we connected main deck, bow and swim platform in one generous arc. The main problem was maintaining this sweeping line without compromising the views from inside the yacht. We tried out hundreds of different lines to find the best balance between design intent

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and usability. The second way of streamlining the yacht’s appearance was to avoid individual windows and treat window spaces as surfaces with their own suspense and harmony. This can best be seen in the bow windows on the main deck, which create the impression of a single surface. Together with the colour scheme (including the striking orange boot top line) the profile features four different surfaces that interact with each other, as they would in a painting, creating suspense and harmony. The classic proportions and the volume, though, are traditional features of a family yacht. This approach convinced the owner to opt for a fine balance of elegance and functionality, which continued in the interiors.

Traditional lines for the hull and superstructure with accentuated bow streamlining. The main deck window bands are an original touch. Page to side, the image emphasises the spacious aft exterior areas. The sun deck hosts a hydromassage pool (below) with a diameter of three metres

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Interior Design Thomas Mühe, Focus Yacht Design

s yacht designers we avoid starting a new project with a certain style, specific materials, colours, shapes or features. An interior reflects the personality of the people it’s made for, and just like people, interiors are more interesting if they have a story to tell. So when we designed Soaring our goal was not to put together a selection of attractive details, but to create a coherent and harmonious whole that was to be striking and imposing, but most of all a reflection and representation of the owner’s lifestyle and requirements. It is most probably this very personal approach that pleasantly surprised the owner and won him over from the very beginning. In this case we had the opportunity to get to know the owner personally, which enabled us to develop a tailormade interior focusing on subjects of interest to the him. There were almost no design changes, but always clear ideas and visions of what Soaring was to be, growing out of a very close collaboration. This gave rise to numerous unique, unconventional solutions like the back-lit onyx wall in the library and the main salon paneling with backlit artwork, showing our planetary system at moments of special importance to the client. Guests can enjoy the impressive artwork even if they don’t know exactly what the installation is about. All these elements and symbols either refer to the very small or the very large, but all evoke the natural world. They are depicted in an abstract way as pieces of art, but at the same time they act as integral parts of the interior. All the artworks were developed by Focus Yacht Design. It is features like these, the successful fusion of classical and contemporary yacht design, that give Soaring its appealing charisma. One of the many examples of this is in the deliberately restrained but expressive design language, like the contrast of very light and very dark veneers. The different spaces were carefully laid out to avoid creating a needlessly complex maze of cabin and accommodation decks. All the guest cabins are on the main deck, the owner’s deck is private and the aft lower deck is reserved for wellness, sport and swimming. The yacht was primarily designed as a family yacht but also serves charter purposes well.

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The interior styling is modern, pure and functional. A limited number of materials and colours has been chosen for the surfaces, creating relaxing, welcoming spaces. The guest cabins on the main deck draw inspiration from a variety of themes Nautilus, Ginkgo, Turtle, Bamboo and Water Lily. Top, left, a detail of one of the two backlit panels showing star systems that are of personal significance to the owner

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The Shipyard / Jörg Kleymann, Abeking & Rasmussen Senior Project Manager

In the large main deck cockpit, a round table for 12 guests. In order to provide the owner and his guests with privacy at lunch or dinner, especially in busy marinas, a sideboard with a retractable frosted glass panel placed between the sofa and the dining table creates a visual barrier when desired

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oaring is a superbly built and strikingly good-looking 68 m motor yacht. Her owner was a constant presence during the design and construction stages, and Soaring was handed over in April 2020. He chose the interior and exterior designer after a contest where Thomas Mühe, managing director of the German Focus Yacht Design studio, dazzled him with a lively presentation of his yacht-to-be. One of the most important prerequisites for a high-quality design which is both visually inspiring and practical is a relationship of trust between the owner and his build team. Here, the role of the designer is crucial from the outset. The owner was attracted by the idea of German quality and our organisational methods, as well as a modern interior and elegant exterior design. While the exterior layout of Soaring generally displays elegant lines, she also incorporates optimal functionality with a modern appearance. It should be noted that, in contrast to our latest new builds, Soaring has a traditional “vintage” bow, but this enables the creation of covered working areas on the foredeck and enough space for the forward tender bay. This A&R build was a real team effort. Our engineers here at Abeking & Rasmussen carried out this amazing project in collaboration with Andrew Tree from Superyacht Technical Services, who acted as the owner´s technical representative. I believe that our solid boat-building techniques combined with the finest traditional workmanship and high-quality equipment are the keys to Soaring´s outstanding quality. In combination with cutting-edge eco-friendly solutions, notably the implementation of the IMO Tier III regulations, the entire build team has made it possible for the owner to enjoy maximum comfort and worry-free sailing for decades to come. With MY Soaring, Abeking & Rasmussen´s multi-faceted fleet is being joined by a classic gentleman‘s yacht. We want to say thanks to the owner, the designer, the building team and also the captain and his crew for their exceptional collaboration, especially during a challenging delivery process at the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic in spring 2020. Despite the circumstances, we delivered MY Soaring on time and the owner is now able to use his yacht as scheduled in the contract. And this yacht lacks absolutely nothing in terms of comfort and quality.

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WIDENING HORIZONS The new Endurance 60 by Pardo Yachts has a very decisive look. A combination of flybridge and trawler, it offers a surprising level of comfort and practicality. The drop-down cockpit sides create a terrace over the sea. Efficiency and sustainability also contribute to the mix by Paola Bertelli - ph. courtesy by Pardo Yachts

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The geometric lines, reverse bow, light, compact superstructure and aggressive negative windshield define the personality of the new Endurance 60. It is 18 metres long, 5 metres wide and can reach a top speed of 25 knots

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he market for yachts over 60 feet in length is a lively, exciting

the interior and exterior spaces.

world. This length is proving to be an attractive, versatile

In the lounge, the decision to locate the galley and bar well back

option that offers guests and owners great freedom and an

means they can be used at the same time from the cockpit and

intimate contact with the sea.

the interior conversation area – raised by a few steps, this faces

The new offer from Pardo Yachts is a daring, highly intriguing yacht

the exterior.

that oozes personality – the Endurance 60, created to reflect the

On the lower deck is the sleeping area with full beam owner’s suite

“trawler” philosophy, reinterpreted through the brand’s unique,

amidships, plus two guest cabins further forward.

iconic style.

For the interior design, in the words of Nauta’s Massimo Gino

The yard itself created the exterior look and interior layout of this

“We created a fresh, bright style that combines white lacquer with

new yacht, launched in March, while Davide Leone is responsible for

a contemporary interpretation of blonde teak, the classic choice

the naval architecture, and Nauta Design handled the interior design.

for all interiors”.

Displaying great skill in limiting the overall height of this flybridge

The yacht is also very interesting from a technological point of

motoryacht, the designers then deployed decisive, original lines to

view, with a special emphasis on efficiency and environmental

create a wonderful series of balanced shapes. The yacht’s natural

sustainability. “The maximum beam of over five metres has enabled

dynamism is displayed by the reverse bow and negative windshield.

us to make full use of the yacht’s width, providing large interior

The heart of the design is the open-air area aft. The drop-down sides

volumes and optimum performance when the craft is planing at

extend the cockpit and the areas around the deckhouse, creating a

high speed”, says Davide Leone, head of naval architecture for the

stunning 41-square-metre terrace over the water. This is also the

project. Gigi Servidati, head of new model development at Pardo

location of the dining area and sundeck. There is a second exterior

Yachts, says: “We made an in-depth study of the hull lines using

lounge forward, while the flybridge can be equipped according to

CFD analyses, exploiting the know-how we’ve developed over our

the owner’s wishes.

50 years in the yacht-building business”. Endurance 60 is a design

The yacht’s 5-metre beam is exploited to the full to create

that stands out for the yacht’s ability to sail well in displacement at

wonderfully comfortable, practical interiors. The main deck lounge

10/12 knots and plane comfortably at 25 knots. Low consumption,

sets up an uninterrupted visual dialogue with the sea, which fills

controlled speeds and safe, silent sailing to enable night-time travel

the horizon for anyone enjoying the view from the inside, and the

– all these features mean the E60 is a project where environmental

large sliding glass door aft creates an invisible boundary between

sustainability becomes a value to preserve”. www.pardoyachts.com

The interior design by Nauta Design plays on a contrast between white lacquer and blonde teak to create a fresh, bright appeal. The lounge (above) is an open space with a raised, scenic conversation area. The owner’s cabin (below) makes use of the entire hull width available amidships

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An aerial view (above) emphasises the many open-air spaces, with lounge, sunpads and relaxation area. The flybridge is designed to be equipped according to the owner’s requirements. The Endurance 60’s interior layout includes the owner’s suite, two guest cabins (below, right) and three bathrooms

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IN FLIGHT ON THE WATER From the America’s Cup to surfing – much more than a passing fad, hulls that soar above the water seem to be the future of sailing. It’s a technology that makes sail yachts more efficient and cuts the amount of fuel required by motor-powered craft, lessening their environmental impact

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The foils on Luna Rossa and Emirates Team New Zealand in the most recent America’s Cup have focused attention on this technology, the new frontier of sail

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ngineer Enrico Forlanini, inventor of the hydrofoil, would probably be pleased to see how the concept he came up with in the early 20th century has developed. The generation of hydrofoil craft currently making its appearance exploits his idea of lifting the hull out of the water when under way by using underwater appendages of a special

size and shape. The extent of their effect depends on the speed of the craft – the faster it goes, the more the boat lifts out of the water, drastically reducing its wetted surface. The idea of the yacht as hydrofoil, reducing drag and therefore improving performance and consumption, is already well-developed in the yacht-racing industry, where high-profile America’s Cup contestants have given the technology global visibility. Foiler Moth, Flying Phantom, RS600, C-Class and Nacra 17 (an Olympic class introduced at the Rio games in 2016) are just some of the designs enjoying increasing popularity in international yachting circles, not to mention the hordes of prototypes that small builders, technical institutes and design studios are making, with a single aim – to offer, fast, entertaining and acrobatic foil sailing with physically challenging boards for athletes with lightning-fast reactions who aren’t afraid of hurtling down the waves at breakneck speed or boats that excite the new cohort of enthusiasts, the young, with the adrenalin-charged excitement, thrills and fun they can provide. In a nutshell, the foil concept is now being borrowed for use on production sail and motor yachts. The most recent types to experience this transformation are service tenders and water toys – these exert a great attraction for owners as flying on the water is an exciting experience for all on board. The first generation of widely-available “flying” sail yachts was intended for fans of single type racing, and Beneteau’s Figaro 3, the first single-hull with foil on sale to the general public, was followed by racers like the Persico 69F and Club Swan 36. Meanwhile, the foil motoryacht market is offering craft targeting a more varied clientele and reflecting a greater emphasis on sustainability. Take, for example, Foiler, the Flying Yacht, by Enata Marine, and Candela Seven

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This page, top Foiler, the Flying Yacht by Enata Marine. Above, the Swedish runabout Candela Seven and left, Seabubbles, the “flying” taxi. Opposite page, the Hyper Yacht HSY38, what could well be the first superyacht to be equipped with foil technology. These are a few examples of foil technology in the motoryacht sector

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Foil technology is becoming increasingly popular on single-type yachts. Photo, top, the Beneteau Figaro 3 and right, the Persico 69F. Below, foils

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are now to be seen on surfboards

– the hydrodynamic efficiency of these yachts, generated by sophisticated software for managing the underwater appendages, enables them to sail entirely out of the water at impressive cruising speeds even when driven by relatively low-power engines. This means that such craft are ideally suited for the installation of electric or hybrid motors that can now combine good performance with sufficient range for everyday use. One larger example is a concept that could be the first foil superyacht, the Hyper Yacht HSY38. In collaboration with architect Daniele Natoli, Leopoldo Rodriquez, great nephew of the founder of the Rodriquez yard, which wrote the book as far as commercial hydrofoils are concerned, has presented an interesting 38-metre open flush deck with new generation, even more efficient foils – at a cruising speed of 40 knots, it has a range of 700 nautical miles.

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[ CHASE BOAT ]

DON’T CALL ME RIB... I’M A REBEL! With its Rebel line the SACS yard has reinvented the maxi-RIB concept that combines the advantages of an inflatable craft with the comfort of a large motor yacht. With a striking, versatile design suitable for all types of sailing, we welcome the 55-foot flagship of the fleet by Fabio Petrone

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The Rebel line by Sacs includes the new 55’ (in this photo) the 40’ and the 47’ model. The walkaround deck

ebel 55 is the new flagship of SACS, a yard with a rich tradition in marine construction. It began life in 1989 as a producer of inflatable craft, working in a sector where Italian companies are the world leaders, dominating

the international export trade to a total of 58.2 million dollars, or 12.3% of the

design renders these boats

international market.

extremely versatile – the entire

Over the past decade SACS has promoted Made in Italy quality and style throughout

deck can be used

the world, reinventing the Maxi RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) concept. With its Strider range the yard has positioned itself as world leader in the sector inflatable craft from 10 to 20 metres long. However, with the introduction of the Rebel line, SACS has become no longer simply an acclaimed RIB manufacturer – the company has extended its horizons to take in the construction of fully-fledged motor yachts that combine the advantages offered by inflatables with the comfort of traditional craft. The Rebel line, comprising a 55’, 40’ and 47’ model, enables the SACS yard to offer a range of yachts featuring covered foam rather than the traditional inflatable rubber tubulars. The walkaround deck design renders these boats extremely versatile – the entire deck can be used, and the cabins have good headroom and volume. These specifications mean that Rebel motor yachts can be used as chase boats for owners of large pleasure yachts or as a main yacht offering great comfort and exclusivity, eminently suitable for mini-cruises. The Rebels are sporty craft, open yachts to all intents and purposes, although they do have a generous hard top to protect the cockpit and midships areas of the exterior deck. There is plenty of space available below deck, too, fitted out according to the highest standards of Italian manufacture – in other words, an emphasis on beautiful, well-made objects. There are two motorisation options for the Rebel 55, both providing impressive performance. The twin 725 HP Volvo Penta IPS 950 of the inboard version can power the yacht to a muscular top speed of 37 knots, while the outboard model in its most extreme form with four 600 HP Mercury Verado putting out 2,400 HP is ideal for speed freaks, providing a white-knuckle top speed of 50 knots.

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[ CHASE BOAT ]

The cabins have good headroom and volume. There is plenty of space available below deck, fitted out according to the highest standards of Italian manufacture – in other words, an emphasis on beautiful, well-made objects

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5 QUESTIONS TO...

MATTEO MAGNI

SACS PRESIDENT AND OWNER Once again you’ve entrusted the development of a new SACS model to Christian Grande. What added value do you think he has given to the Rebel 55 in terms of yacht design? Christian has worked with us for ten years, and he omplements our brand’s DNA to perfection. He transforms into design the insights that enable us to predict and create new markets segments. It’s clear to see in the Strider and the Rebel lines. The synergetic combination of our expertise in design, function and performance have led to the creation of niche models that will set trends. The Rebel 55 is just the latest example. From a technical point of view, what are the model’s strengths? Despite its expansive size, the Rebel 55 retains the features of all SACS models, in that it’s nibble in its handling thanks to a V-hull.Owners don’t have to worry about rough seas, as the foam technology that protects all the structures when moored and comprehensive, cutting-edge instrumentation that makes managing the yacht’s parameters and functions an easy task. Why do owners choose SACS: is it down to performance, functional spaces, luxury fittings or construction quality? SACS craft now offer a synthesis of all the finest know-how in construction quality, design, performance and endurance. These features mean that our products deliver a unique and timeless user experience while delivering high value for the yacht owner. How do you see the SACS range ten years from now? Will it include even larger models, craft that are more environmentally-aware or designs that are more open to the sea? The Rebel range has broadened our horizons and setting limits would be contrary to our passion for market leading ingenuity. We’ll be sure not to lose our distinctive characteristics and invest even more time and resources in strategic and technical innovation. Finally, a question about the market – how are you closing nautical year 2021 and what are your expectations for SACS in 2022? The nautical market is experiencing rapid growth. International demand for our products has outpaced supply for several years now. For the near future we’ll seek to address rising demand through strategic growth while always bearing in mind the need to maintain high quality standards.

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[ JEWELS ]

NOW THE DEEP-SEA WORLD IS ALL AROUND US by Beatrice Galbiati

The sea is an increasingly popular topic of conversation, as we discuss who’s taking on the challenges it presents, plunging into it, sailing it – or wearing it. It often appears in these pages as an inspiration for the jewels we choose to display, because it evokes an almost endless series of responses. Here, five brilliant, eclectic jewels speak of its depths, its flora and fauna. These precious objects are to be worn with a mix of irony and confidence, even better if they accompany simple, minimal outfits, with nothing to detract from their sparkling appeal. But most of all, if people can now wear sandals for a walk in the snow, who’s to say that a lobster cannot be worn at any time of the year, especially in the city?

Japanese coral for seahorses, crabs, octopuses, fish and sea turtles on the white gold necklace with sapphires and brilliants in the Collezione Nesea by DE SIMONE

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1.The crab brooch by VHERNIER is in white gold, diamonds, rock crystal and chrysoprase 2. A rose gold and diamond lobster takes centre stage on the Lobster Animalier necklace by ROBERTO COIN 3. The sea bed is enclosed in the hemispherical sapphire glass dome of the Fish and Crab rose gold and precious stone ring by DREAMBOULE 4. The Animal World haute joaillerie collection by CHOPARD includes these rose gold Shrimp Earrings with black and white diamonds and sapphires

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[ The WATCH ]

TURNING

POINT

The Reverso, the famous Art Deco icon by Jaeger-LeCoultre, celebrates its 90th anniversary in style with a limited edition tribute by Diego Tamone

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[ The WATCH ]

hough it’s been flipped and turned many times, it’s never changed. Perhaps it’s because this unusual, deeply individual shape introduced in the early 1930s immediately won a place in the

The Reverso Tribute

horology hall of fame. As a result it also prevented any other company

Nonantième shows

from copying this distinctive, unexpected system that still lies at the

off its twofold nature

heart of its unmistakable shape and personality. The watch case was

with a traditional

originally designed to slide and then tip open – this enabled it to turn

display on the front

its back, so to speak, protecting the crystal and dial from the shocks

(top, left) and semi-

and bumps the watch would be subjected to during a polo match. This

jumping hours and

feature became a unique characteristic, subsequently developed over the

minutes on the disc

years by Jaeger-LeCoultre with new, increasingly sophisticated builds

on the obverse (to

that introduced the Reverso – a name that is as evocative as ever – to the

side).

world of complications. This emphasis on mechanical experimentation, balanced by a rigorous aesthetic continuity, is reaffirmed this year with the Reverso Tribute Nonantième, a special edition of 190 exclusive examples with a 49.4 x 29.9 mm rose gold case and a newly designed, manually-wound in-house movement with a 42-hour power reserve. The watch showcases two hour indications, a classic presentation on the front and a circular aperture on the obverse, where the wonderfully elegant design evokes the digital displays that were so fashionable in the 1930s on the brand’s wrist watches. www.jaeger-lecoultre.com

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[ HARBOUR LIFE ]

ADRIATIC ESCAPE by Roxanne Hughes

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The idyllic marina village of Portonovi is the latest luxury spot for those seeking waterfront living. A visionary destination conceived by Azmont Investments, home to restaurants, wellness facilities, a beach club, boutique shops and galleries, a stylish cocktail lounge and a 238-berth marina

amenities, including a gym and fitness studio, beauty salon, pharmacy, kindergarten, bank, supermarket and boutiques

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[ HARBOUR LIFE ]

Whether you arrive by tender, helicopter or fly-in to Dubrovnik International Airport, which is just 45 minutes’ away, the stylish marina awaits you. The marina village of Portonovi has created an entirely new community, one which shares a passion for waterfront living, a luxury lifestyle and holistic wellness

urrounding the 238-berth D-Marin marina, which can welcome

variety of cuisines. Ahmet Erentok, Chairman of Azmont Investments

yachts up to 120m in length, Portonovi is one of Europe’s newest

comments: “Portonovi is a unique destination which blends the best

superyacht hotspots and represents one of the largest ever investments in

of our Montenegrin and Mediterranean culture, lifestyle and heritage.

Montenegro. A visionary destination conceived by Azmont Investments,

Whether you are a family, savvy investors or professional wanting to

the village is home to restaurants, wellness facilities, a beach club,

explore the best of the Balkans, we’ve built contemporary homes to

boutique shops and galleries and a stylish cocktail lounge. The village

suit your lifestyle. With our world-class amenities and the arrival of the

itself comprises 218 individual residences, 50 of which are offered as

One&Only resort next year, Portonovi and this idyllic country will be on

holiday rentals, and 10 prestigious private homes created by One&Only

the international map. The Marina Residences offer you the chance to

Resorts. It’s the first venture for One&Only in Europe and these grand

enjoy life on the new Riviera.” With Montenegro set to complete its EU

dwellings of three and four bedrooms occupy the most desirable

membership, investment in the region has blossomed. Developments like

seafront positions, benefitting from their own jetties, swimming pools

Portonovi are drawing high net worth individuals from other locations

and exclusive beach access. One&Only have also opened a resort on

across the Mediterranean, with many attracted by the country’s low

site, which boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant and a Chenot Espace

rates for corporate, estate and property taxes. Portonovi’s position on the

Wellness Centre. Guests to Portonovi can utilise a 24-hour concierge

Adriatic Riviera, gateway to the Mediterranean, sees it perfectly placed

service, enjoy in-residence dining and consult with the resort’s expert

as an inviting stop-off for yachts wishing to explore the Mediterranean

lifestyle team. Enjoying 1.8km of coastline, the Portonovi village is

and the Dalmatian Islands. The marina sits at the entrance to Boka

adorned is manicured gardens, artistic bronze water features and

Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is nestled at the foot of the

peaceful promenades. The lively Central Square forms the centre of

mountains, mirrored in the calm waters of the Adriatic Sea.

marina life and offers an array of cafés, gelaterias and bars serving a

www.portonovi.com

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[ REAL ESTATE ]

The Skyhomes enjoy an unrivalled view of Sydney Harbour. These penthouse properties are arguably the most prestigious address in Australia

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SUSPENDED CRYSTALS Quickly establishing itself as the number one address in Sydney, if not all of Australia, the One Sydney Harbour Residences have attracted the attention of buyers and investors from around the globe by Roxanne Hughes

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[ REAL ESTATE ]

Properties in the Luxury collection are presented with a gold or platinum interior colour palette. The gold scheme features smooth Australian timber, stone floors and bronze panelling, with the platinum scheme favouring cool greys and silver-metallic accents

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ffering a range of residences, from one-bedroom

homes across 68 storeys. The second tower follows impressive

apartments to dual-level ‘Skyhomes’, One Sydney

record-breaking sales for properties in the 250-metre-tall

Harbour is a three-tower development taking shape

‘Residences One’, with the penthouse having sold for over $140

in Sydney’s newest waterfront precinct and Australia’s first carbon

million – making it the most expensive piece of Australian real

neutral district, Barangaroo South.

estate.

Orchestrated by global real estate and investment group, Lendlease,

Standout homes in Residences Two include those with north

the development is a powerful design collaboration between

facing views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House,

Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano and leading interior

which are priced from $12 million, and those with views to the

designers, Daniel Goldberg of State of Craft, and Chris Darling

west over Darling Harbour and towards the Blue Mountains.

of Darling & Associates. Upon completion in 2024, the towers

The residences are offered with a choice of three interior

will be one of the most prominent points on the Sydney skyline

schemes: Luxury, Signature and Harbour. Daniel Goldberg has

and have been described as a once-in-a-generation opportunity.

been responsible for some of the world’s most iconic private

Piano’s vision for the three towers sees their architectural forms

properties, including The Shard Residences in London, and his

resemble the shape of crystals, suspended between the water

team have thoughtfully crafted timeless and tasteful interiors that

and the sky, reflecting the sun and the city lights. “Every place

capture both the essence of Sydney and the harbour-side location.

has a story to tell. In this case it’s about making something that

One Sydney Harbour will offer residents an array of lifestyle

tells the essence of this city. The sense of transparency, sense

amenities, including a residents’ lounge, a gym and yoga suite,

of light, that’s why we immediately started to think about these

steam room and sauna, spa treatment rooms, internal and external

buildings as being like crystals,” says Renzo Piano.

pools, and a private dining room serviced by a commercial kitchen.

The 235-metre-tall ‘Residences Two’ tower will comprise 322

www.onesydneyharbour.com

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