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BACK TO THE FUTURE

The streamlined, cleanly-designed 100’ Corsaro is a reimagining of an iconic 1980s Riva flagship with modern styling elements. A whole new fly philosophy ideal for owners seeking just the right sporty edge to their elegance. A very cool mix indeed

by Désirée Sormani

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hen it premiered in 2017, the Corsaro won instant international acclaim and success as far afield as the East. A celebration of

the eponymous flying bridge and Riva flagship of the 1980, this yacht is, however, much more than a reissue of an old and pretty legendary favourite. It is actually more of a link between the iconic Riva boats that have become the elegant symbol par excellence of the Made in Italy ethic, and the megayacht market the Bergamo Feretti Group brand is now beginning to explore. Unsurprisingly therefore everything aboard has been designed not just with functionality and sumptuous comfort in mind but also to exude the same sense of powerful beauty and exclusivity as a megayacht.

Both the 100’ Corsaro’s interiors and exterior styling are the work of Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta’s Officina Italiana Design studio which has partnered Riva’s Product Strategic Committee and Engineering Department for over two decades. The Corsaro is strikingly clean of line and clothed in resolute yet organic forms.

“The Corsaro was conceived for owners that want be out in their boat but also like style and elegance. The kind of people that see beauty in exquisitely precise detailing,” says Officina Italiana Design’s chief designer Mauro Micheli. “With respect to the model it replaces in the 98-100’ segment, superb design and style were the priorities whilst also keeping in mind the need for much more onboard space.” Some of the stylistic choices aboard were borrowed from the yard’s recent and widely-applauded models, not least the 76’ Perseo, the 88’ Florida and the 88’ Domino. Examples include the dark dome, a sleek Shark Grey livery alternated with Bright Black accents, the use of materials such as carbon-fibre for many details. “This creates a kind of aesthetic continuity with Riva’s newer models as well as adding successful styling cues,” explains the designer.

The Corsaro’s talents don’t stop there, however. This is a yacht designed to really allow owner and guest to live the sea in all its many aspects.

Al fresco areas abound, from the large aft cockpit where guests are welcomed aboard by the sight of freestanding Paola Lenti furnishings to the swim platform created when the stern hatch opens out, the immense flybridge and private chill-out area forward. “The Corsaro has made a big impact internationally because of its standard of comfort which translates into more space and al fresco areas. Forward of the sun pad, for instance, there’s quite a spacious yet very private area that has won a lot of fans. It is a perfect pulpit to savour the spectacle of the sea from,” adds Officina Italiana Design CEO Sergio Beretta.

The Corsaro’s chic yet refined interiors are enhanced too by the presence of the leading Italian designer brands, creating a genuine dialogue

The 100’ Corsaro has a Shark Grey hull and superstructure livery. That metallic grey is complemented by a Bright Black superstructure accents. A real modern classic addition to the Riva fleet. Opposite, a generous side walkway

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Left, the large, welcoming fly is sheltered by a hard top and has a dining table surrounded by Dedon Seax chairs. The panoramic cockpit features freestanding Paola Lenti furnishings. Above, the saloon with Minotti sofa and Brooklyn armchairs by Poltrona Frau. In the foreground, an Avcerbis International table and Poltrona Frau’s Fitzgerald chairs. Below, the master stateroom with Hermès.

Page opposite, bottom, the master shower. The foredeck is the perfect pulpit from which to admire the changing moods of the sea

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The VIP stateroom aft with Ivano Redaelli bed coverlet and throw. Left, the storage-rich mirrored lobby off which the four guest staterooms open

with the exterior spaces. Walnut is used throughout and is the real star of the show thanks to a positively magical pairing with stainless steel edging, white lacquer inserts and matt Seal Brown finishes. The ceilings, walls and certain furnishing elements have also been trimmed in brown leather. The saloon is ravishing with light pouring in through expansive windows that meld seamlessly into the design of the superstructure and hull. A big Andersen sofa by Minotti is accessorised with Dulce Hermès cushions which in turn reference the Poltrona Frau Fitzgerald chairs. The wide-body master suite is both spacious and divinely comfortable, dominating the entire bow area of the main deck.

The décor materials used in the saloon are picked up here too.

Furnishings include a gorgeous red leather Hermès chair for the vanity table nicely complemented by the Dulce cashmere cushions, also by Hermès. The coverlet and throw on the bed are by Ivano Redaelli. There are also four guest staterooms on the lower deck: two VIPs aft, and a port double and starboard twin forward. www.riva-yacht.com

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