The One Yacht and Design #21

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ith this Carnelian issue 2020 The ONE Yacht & Design enters its sixth year.

It was March 2015 when we presented our first number, the Ruby Issue, at the Dubai Boat Show, and it was exciting to see how yards and designers immediately recognised our efforts to create an international project that’s innovative in terms of content, quality and distribution.

Over the months and years the project has followed all the stages of development we had planned, setting up the website at www. theoneyd.com, updated daily with news from the megayacht world and other areas, and sending out a fortnightly Newsletter that open up our rich database.

The presence of The ONE Yacht & Design was then increased on social media, especially Facebook and Instagram, gradually leading to more significant growth as we brought updates, news and targeted content to our readers’ portable devices.

The system behind The ONE Yacht & Design has been developed to reach an international readership target through the various media platforms available to us, enabling us to bring together high-level content, exciting form and increasingly incisive spread.

So I’d like to say a heartfelt thank you to all our readers and partners for the loyal support that’s help us sustain this growth.

Wishing everyone a prosperous 2020.

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contents

CARNELIAN ISSUE n° 21 - 2020

Cover 65m Life Saga - The Italian Sea Group

COLUMNS

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Editorial

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Against the Wind

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Five Questions to... Antonella Di Leo,

Co Founder Advanced Italian Yachts

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Design District: Giovanni Del Vecchio - Ceo Giorgetti

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Work in Progress

34 Exclusive Yacht Décor 128 Tender 124 Helicopter 132 Jewells 134 The Watch

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THE YACHTING WORLD 38 Cover Story: 65m The Italian Sea Group Life Saga 50 Fly: Game Changer 54 The Car: The Hyper Limousine 58 Creative Minds: Studio Vafiadis 64 Creative Minds: Luxury Projects 70

Megayacht: 80m Abeking and Rasmussen Excellence

82 Art on Board: Cutting Edge Light 86 Mise en Place: Dinner with Philippe Starck

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88 Megasailer: 112' Baltic Yachts Liara 98 Trend Setters: m2atelier

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104 Megayacht: 40m Cantiere delle Marche Audace 114 Technology: A Question of Balance 116 Chase Boat Ferretti 720: Riding the Crest of the Wave 122 Young Talents: Born from Art 128 Tender: Like the Wind 138 Real Estate: Head for the Hills 142 Crossover Zones: The Swan Galaxy of Stars

[ AGAINST THE WIND ]

WHEN AN INCIDENT TURNS INTO A TECHNICAL LESSON!

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

This issue I am taking my lead from the closing of

the investigation into the fire aboard M/Y Kanga, in which I was personally involved. I want to reflect with you all on the importance of fireproof compartmentation design and safety in general aboard.

M/Y Kanga was under the 500 GT threshold and so the stairwells legally didn’t need to be made fire-proof, but I specifically requested that this was done. This small modification, which cost-wise didn’t make a big difference to overall price, allowed three crew members to evacuate a lower deck uninjured even though they were right beside the fire.

As I walked down into the ruins of the still-smoking hull, I thought back to my request which I had actually made more because of experience than regulations, and reflected upon just how essential our work as designers and supervisors is. These experiences leave a deep mark both professionally and personally but also ensure you make huge strides forward in terms of the safety culture. Finding yourself directing a team of firefighters and technicians who need your input and technical knowledge to avoid damaging the

environment and injuring people, means you get firsthand experience of the problems that arise in an event like that and learn from them.

After saving people, pollution is the most complicated issue to tackle. When a fire is extensive and has taken hold in the superstructure, the bridge and the quarters, finding a way to empty the diesel tanks without polluting is complicated. Even having to empty the dozens of tonnes of salt water pumped aboard by the firefighters in an attempt to put out the first isn’t easy. Then when access to the bilges is gunged up with detritus and you can’t find a way to get to them in the smoke and dark, you start feeling discouraged. In such cases, the hull’s stability is compromised too by the excess water and if the boat has full diesel tanks, you just have to act quickly. But A-60 structural fire protection in a stairwell won’t add impossible amount to the cost of a vessel nor will structural metal tubing running from the bilges to the main deck so that they can be emptied easily in an emergency.

The report published by Transport Malta explains it all so that everyone can learn from this kind of incident.

Obviously I hope that designers heed these words because otherwise I will be shouting into the wind!

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[ FIVE QUESTIONS TO... ]

ANTONELLA DI LEO CO FOUNDER OF ADVANCED ITALIAN YACHTS

by Désirée Sormani

How do you think the luxury sailing market is doing now?

The luxury superyacht segment felt the effects of the world economic crisis (2009 -2015) to a lesser effect than the medium to small end of the market. The domestic market for sailing craft is still weak but luckily export growth is still in double figures. This is due in part to Made in Italy which is ensuring that Italy is still up amongst the leading producers of over-24m yachts. I don’t know if we will ever have a market as buoyant and booming as what we experienced pre the 2009 crisis. But I am definitely feeling positive and optimistic about the future. I see new markets opening up and developing, and new product concepts gaining traction.

Your yard has always focused on Made in Italy quality. Do you feel it is something that owners still want?

Absolutely yes. We are investing heavily in the quality of our product, being meticulous about every tiniest construction detail. We are very strictly a Made in Italy brand and I am very keen to stress that point. We have a highly experienced sector here in Italy: fantastic artisans who have been working in this sector for over 30 years, skills acknowledged and envied the world over. We have to preserve those skills. The quality of our products is genuinely unparalleled anywhere in the world. We focus heavily on design too, not just in terms of aesthetics but also functionality. Safety is another essential subject to us: high performance yachts that can tackle seas of any kinds and any type of situation. Boats that sail around the world.

The first 80’ Advanced Yacht debuted right in the middle of the recession. And two others followed in quick succession. What is the secret behind that success story and

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what new features have you added?

We managed to stand out from the crowd by offering products with a strong identity. We wanted to position ourselves as a Made in Italy yard with extremely high quality luxury products. Very high performance but easy to handle. The interiors are also beautifully designed and are almost surprisingly comfortable. You feel like you are in a real home. A feeling of space combined with lots of light are the two elements we focus on with our craft. And safety which I would like to emphasise again is fundamental for anyone sailing. Although a relatively new company, Advanced has proved itself reliable. Our owners are very happy and have sailed around the world. They have also competed in leading events such as the ARC and very challenging races like the Sydney-Hobart.

Because your yachts may be the first sailing yachts that really do feel like a home, would you consider commissioning a residential architect to do a new design?

Why not! We are definitely always open to new things and I think that contamination from other sectors is always a positive thing, even though you have to really evaluate it too. Sailing yachts are particularly sophisticated and difficult to redesign because of problems relating to weight and thus also to performance and the small spaces involved. But it would be a great challenge.

What new things are in the offing? New projects, new developments…

We have our fingers in a few pies… we have a new 66’ and an 80’ under construction. We are also working on a gorgeous 100’ project for a client. 2020 and 2021 will be very important years for Advanced. I hope I will be able to reveal all very soon!

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[ DESIGN DISTRICT ]

GIOVANNI DEL VECCHIO GIORGETTI CEO

by Marta Bernasconi

Giorgetti creates designer furnishings for a very high-end clientele. What are clients looking for these days?

Our typical client is a connoisseur who identifies with the brand’s core values of elegance, quality and uniqueness. They surround themselves with exclusive, artistic yet extremely functional items.

They demand meticulous attention to detail in everything, from the smaller-scale objects in the Atmosphere collection to large-scale spaces or even entire buildings, such as the prestigious Giorgetti Houston building with 32 residential units furnished entirely by Giorgetti. The collections reflect the brand’s eclectic soul: each piece is unique and timeless.

What is the Giorgetti idea of luxury?

Made in Italy products just defy standardisation logic and guarantee a high level of personalisation from the individual product to the entire project. The company has always excelled in the designer furniture world – not merely because of its tradition and the manual skills which we have held onto over the years, but also for the high quality of the materials it uses: wood, fabrics, leather and suede, metal, stone and glass. All of the aforementioned lay the foundations for luxury if you focus on product quality.

Some furniture demands extreme attention to detail and special techniques: is Italy still the leader in this sector?

Italy maintains a strategic position in this sector. Italian companies have proved they can mix imagination and design rigour to create objects that are not merely functional but also vehicles for a huge human and emotional meaning. Our approach to design is that we feel people prefer to surround themselves with objects that are beautiful – and also useful and unique.

What are the top new products in your collections?

Over the last four years, we have thought of Giorgetti as the perfect platform for working on projects. We even highlighted that in our new 2020 advertising campaign which has the tagline “Object to Project” taken from the title of a luxury publication we issued for our 120th anniversary.

Our philosophy is that we are not just interlocutors that flank a designer or a private individual in selecting objects for a space but that we contribute to designing the space itself.

Giorgetti and the yachting world: how important is working with the latter?

We are interested in any sector that gives us the opportunity to work on a structured design with a Giorgetti atmosphere. The nautical sector involves very specific design and material constraints that we can cope with. Some of our furniture has always been used by owners and yards anyway to give the finishing touch to living spaces aboard their yachts. Good examples are the recent MCY76 from Monte Carlo Yachts, Vanadis by CCN and Dragon from Columbus Yachts. We would like to imagine we could develop further in that direction but in line with what we are doing more generally in the residential world. In that sense, we are talking with the yards we know and respect best, not just about supplying pieces but also being able to present a more complete look within a yacht. Something that would go beyond invidiual pieces and create an entire space, an atmosphere.

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SL102Asymmetric: change your perspective.

Asymmetrical like nature, like the human body, this innovative model rethinks for the first time the well-established layout of a yacht, only keeping the side-corridor on the starboard side and eliminating the port side one. Looking like a wide body hull, thus much larger than a 31.10-meter yacht, SL102Asymmetric allows for more space, brightness and relax.

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[ WORK IN PROGRESS ]

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

ROSETTI SUPERYACHTS_ORCA

by Mary Hegarty and Désirée Sormani

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roject Orca is a unique new 65m explorer yacht from Rosetti Superyachts that also incorporates many supply vessel characteristics. This is hardly surprising as the yard is part of Rosetti Marino SpA, a leading high-tech working vessel builder. Most significantly, however, the new beauty’s organic combination of curved and straight lines mimics those of the orca or killer whale which roams the world’s oceans just as Orca herself will do. The 65m has a sturdily robust profile with wraparound glazing and a boldlydesigned superstructure complete with a dorsal fin-like radar mast. Orca even sports the same white side patch as her namesake at owner deck level. Stretching a beamy 12 metres across and with an estimated gross tonnage of up to 1300GT, Orca offers four decks plus a tank-top deck.

Owners, however, will have a choice of deck layouts. The standard version features an open aft section on the main deck for accommodating tenders, toys and a touch & go helipad. If this does not appeal, the zone can be fitted with an infinity pool overlooking the transom or a raised helipad with a pool and spa zone inside. A large garage aft on the lower deck will stow two large tenders or several jet skis and other toys. Guests are accommodated in two VIP suites and two staterooms forward the lower deck. The crew quarters are in the bow. The main deck features the large main saloon, dining room and another spacious VIP suite

forward with the galley and crew service areas to port.

The owner’s apartment on the bridge deck includes his and hers bathroom, walk-in closets, a study and gym, and overlooks a private terrace aft. The large sun deck boasts full dining facilities, bar and sunning areas. Project Orca will have a range of approximately 5,000 nm at her economical 11-knot speed. www.rosettisuperyachts.it

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NOBISKRUG_77 M BLACK SHARK

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he 77-metre M/Y Black Shark is currently on schedule to meet her 2021 delivery date. Her builder, Nobiskrug, the German shipyard, which is celebrating its 115th anniversary this year, came late to superyachts. However, its first project, the 92m Tatoosh in 2000, proved a huge success. This combined with its pledge to focus on building one superyacht at a time quickly earned Nobiskrug a reputation for quality and class. It is also renowned for innovating and pushing the boundaries of both naval architecture and design, thanks to an ability to build up to 426 metres. At last year’s keel-laying ceremony, Chief Executive Evgeniy Kochman of Imperial, the superyacht management firm representing the owner, declared M/Y Black Shark to be a major milestone for his company too, as she is the very first Imperial vessel designed with Winch Design and Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design. Black Shark’s name is reflected in her imposing dark livery and highly distinctive reverse bow which will ensure she cleaves the

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waves very much like a shark on the hunt. The head-turner’s powerful dynamic exteriors are the work of design legends Winch Design, while Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design has brought a sleek contemporary vibe to her expansive interiors which are spread over three decks. There is no stinting on amenities either as Black Shark will have two luxury tenders, a very generous on-deck whirlpool, and a large beach club and spa area. It is significant too that she is being built to comply with the new IMO Tier 3 regulations and Red Ensign Group Yacht Code Part A – no small feat in itself. Nobiskrug is so excited to be working with not one but two high profile design teams and the highly experienced Imperial on this absolutely bespoke project that they have decided to provide exclusive behind-the-scenes access throughout the normally highly-secretive build process. Now that says a lot about the confidence the German yard has in its latest project. www.nobiskrug.com

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CODECASA YACHTS_CODECASA 55

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he extremely elegant, modern Codecasa 55 C123 is

and particularly bright thanks to expansive windows on all

currently in-build at the Tuscan yard. Stretching

decks. The interior design will be created by the owner’s

55m in length and 10.2 in the beam, the full-custom four-

personal architect in collaboration with Codecasa’s style

decker has a high-resistance AH36 steel hull topped by an

office. The owner’s suite aside, the Codecasa 55 will have a

aluminium superstructure. Designed entirely by Codecasa’s

VIP stateroom and four guest cabins. There will also be six

own technical team, this is a displacement yacht with

two-berth crew cabins in addition to the captain’s.

a very high standard of quality and technical spec. The

Twin Cats will unleash 17 knots in light displacement

exterior styling features spare, rather essential lines very

mode. Delivery is scheduled for this coming summer. www.codecasayachts.com

much in the yard’s own tradition. The interiors are large

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DLBA_45M HYBRID EXPLORER YACHT

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noise, and vessel maintenance costs at low speeds. The exhaust

of an ultra-efficient hybrid explorer that minimises

after-treatment is IMO Tier 4-compliant for go-anywhere

environmental impact from engines to interior. Ideal for

capability. No old growth hardwoods were used in the interior

exploration-hungry superyacht owners that want a vessel that

design. Instead, bamboo has cut yacht’s overall footprint to

pays more than lip service to green tech, the good-looking

the bone. Waste heat recovery from the generators provides

45m’s fast explorer hull is based on DLBA’s proprietary hull

hot water. Flat panel satellite antennas reduce weight on

form for both high speed 25-knot transits and efficient 16-

the mast to improve roll stability too. A central audio-visual

knot cruising, an unusual feat for a hybrid of this size. Diesel-

entertainment system and a VR entertainment room will keep

electric-hybrid propulsion slashes fuel consumption, emissions,

guests entertained. https://dlba-inc.com

Interior and exterior design for luxury yachts

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BAGLIETTO_40M ABACO

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baco, the new Baglietto penned by Santa Maria

to a 16-seater dining area. Further forward, the winter

Magnolfi, is a tribute by the yard and designer to one

garden with bar and living area has floor-to-ceiling sliding

of the Bahamas islands worst hit by Hurricane Dorian.

glass doors and so can be opened right up. Even the main

In fact, a percentage of the proceeds from the sale of the

saloon’s large side windows and aft area open up. The result

first example will be donated to the Abaco reconstruction

is a potential 150 sqm of al fresco space on a single deck.

project. The modern 40m is perfect for warm, shallow

The upper deck, sundeck, and bow area add 170 sqm more.

waters. Her main deck has over 120 sqm of al fresco space

The interior features teak, wicker, raffia and linen with

with the aft cockpit and the beach club complete with

tropical woods adding an exotic touch. A master suite and

infinity pool, creating in a single area in direct contact

four guest cabins comprise the accommodations.

with the sea. The conversation area behind it can convert

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SAME CULTURE, NEW HORIZONS

From the first Technema 65 in 1976 to the majestic 80m Chopi Chopi, the Zuccon International Project studio has always flanked yacht design with a history of innovation and success, resulting in the creation of more than a hundred different boat models. Today, this forty-year experience has been renewed, backing the new generation that shares the running of the studio and looks to the future while remaining rooted in the firm’s traditional and sound design culture.

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TEAM FOR DESIGN_ENRICO GOBBI_50M ALFA

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nveiled at the Monaco Yacht Show, 50m superyacht

the upper deck, the master suite, main deck saloon and

concept, Alfa, is penned by Enrico Gobbi, founder

guest cabins. They also further slenderise Alfa’s profile.

of Venice-based architecture practice Team for Design, for

Another feature of recent Team for Design yachts is the

Rossinavi. Alfa’s sporty good looks take their lead from

master suite opening onto a small balcony to port and a

Alfa Romeo’s luxury cars. The straight, rather severe bow

full-beam one to starboard for extra room and panoramic

and pronounced forward section of the hull reference the

vistas. Alfa features countless classic and sports car-

Italian marque’s signature front grille. Alfa has spacious,

inspired details. Her stern also opens to reveal a split-level

elegantly-appointed interiors despite her ultra-sleek lines.

space with a lounge area, a waterfall pool and a sundeck

Team for Design’s floor-to-ceiling windows have become a

that guests can dive from. www.teamfordesign.com

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Exclusive Lovely furnishings made with prestigious materials to adorn the home with originality and luxury, but also perfect on board

1. The removable top of these Ripple Drop

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tables by Fendi Casa is in ultra-clear tempered glass with geometric

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pattern of smoked glass circles. Available in versions backpainted in ultramarine, green, pomegranate and saffron

2. Ideal for a variety of settings, the marble-effect stoneware porcelain Joey coffee tables have brass detail. By Frigerio

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4. Carpet from the Beryl collection by Heritage Collection. In bamboo fibre it is 3. Updated version of the classic valet stand with upholstered seat,

available in rectangular, square and round versions

Joly by ColĂŠ Italian Design Label is also a chair. The metal frame is finished in powder gold or black

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7. Upholstered in pony hide, the Greyhound cushion from the Trussardi Casa collection is an embodiment of contemporary luxury, with the brand’s distinctive motif laseretched into its surface.

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6. Arketipo has chosen a rhomboidal shape for its Vanity Fair mirror with smoked glass. Several mirrors can be put together to create a striking composition

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5. Big Wave is a table by Fiam Italia with a base comprising transparent or coloured stripe elements in DV GlassÂŽ. The glass top is painted on the reverse in monochrome colours or finished in Ecomalta or in matt anthracite finish wood

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2. The Cage bookcase

by Henge has a metal or brass frame and wooden shelves in a variety of finishes. Available in two depths and various heights, it is also personalisable on design

1. The Geo upholstery collection by Saba is enhanced by a new product created by stylist Antonio Marras, who has used delicate coloured brush strokes to personalise the organic leather base

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3. Ten years old and still one of Bonlado’s iconic products, the Big Table is known for the contrast between the linear top and the dynamic play of the legs

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5. The Flatwash removable chromed brass shower head is designed for easy installation even on slightly curved, horizontal. or vertical surfaces. By Foresti & Suardi

4. Fabbian launches a limited edition of the AĂŠrostat lamp, which, in the table lamp version, features new finishes and unusual combinations of glass and the metal frame

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7. Diva is a modular stairway from the Fontanot group, designed to suit all interiors while maintaining a consistently high aesthetic quality

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6. Madie from the Materia line by Lago.

The containers in the collection are available in twenty-four materials and thirty-two gloss or matt colours. There is also a wide variety of details

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[ MEGAYACHT ]

by Désirée Sormani

An unconventional 65m clothed in imposingly masculine lines and crafted around the wishes of an owner with ambitious sailing plans. Designed and built by the Italian Sea Group, she brims with solutions that epitomise Admiral’s current philosophy, with a focus on efficiency, comfort and innovation 38

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he G-Force 65 Life Saga is a very unusual yacht

Another unusual touch is the unbroken exterior line forward on the

indeed and the result of the meeting of minds

lower deck created by a long strip of glass that wraps around the

between an unorthodox owner and The Italian Sea

windows in the crew area. This proved quite the technical challenge

Group, a yard with a fierce vocation for research and

as at that particular point the hull curves, which means the glass does

innovation. This alone set the scene set for a craft

too. But the design team deemed it essential to keeping the overall

that would break with current design convention in no uncertain

look of the lines clean and pure.

terms. The owner declared that he wanted something special for

As her owner is a sporty sea-lover, Life Saga’s GA was also designed

cruising the world, so special, in fact, that it would be looked upon

to cater to a variety of different activities from dusk until dawn which

as a work of art in its own right. Unsurprisingly, his key word for

meant different areas too. As a result, in reference to their purpose,

the exteriors was “exciting”.

the main deck has been renamed the “Sea Deck” and the upper deck

The Italian Sea Group put together a team of no less than 25

the “Après Soleil Deck”. From the aft to mid-section of the main

architects coordinated by the art director to interpret the owner’s

deck, there is a great impression of continuity between outdoor/

specifications and mould them around a pre-engineered platform.

indoor spaces, thanks to a very long sequence of locations, from

The result is that Life Saga’s exteriors cut a very powerful, masculine

sunbeds to lounge/bar/game room and even a panoramic lounge.

dash. Her hugely imposing lines have an almost sculpted look that

Full-height retractable sliding doors, foldable balconies and opening

exude an elegant authority.

windows yield a single hybrid environment that is both indoor and

At the aft end of the superstructure, a vertical motif is repeated on

outdoor. The same applies to the upper deck where the Après Soleil

all three decks, becoming one of her design signatures. Aesthetically,

concept is underscored by a fully glazed dining room rotunda that

the regular and dense repetition of vertical elements in contrasting

acts as a buffer between the sunset lounge area and cinema saloon.

colours is the perfect counterpoint to the strongly horizontal

The sense of indoor/outdoor separation is whittled away to nothing

nature of the lines. However, on a functional level, they also act as

by huge sliding curved glass walls that disappear entirely from view.

windbreaks at certain points. Amidships, the windows broaden out

The interiors have a slightly Asian contemporary look to reflect the

and lighten the design. They also succeed in both allowing light to

owner’s wish for a very relaxed home from home. Somewhere to

filter into the interior and creating shadows and suggestion. Very

cast work and business aside and just enjoy life. The owner chose

much like a large eye that Life Saga’s entire architectural composition

Mark Berryman Design to create this haven. Bespoke furniture,

centres around. A genuine pause in the superstructure. Completely

mostly manufactured by Belvedere in Italy, melds perfectly with

glazed and partly openable.

pieces from the likes of Minotti, Flexform, Giorgetti, Poltrona Frau and SE London. Leather is paired with natural oak, walnut and teak finishes for an easy-going vibe. Most of the woods are wire-brushed and sand-blasted to bring out their grains. The mix of ribbed and embossed fabrics are very textural and tactile too. Special finishes, such as the subtle crackle glaze in the guest corridor, add another layer of interest and texture too.

Japanese references recur throughout – we particularly like the use of oak and walnut horizontal and vertical battens. The circular motifs above the beds also pop up again and again both in the interior and out on deck as the circle represents safety. This is particularly clear in the master suite on the main deck where the bed has been moved from its original position to one almost on the centreline. The master suite is, without a shadow of a doubt, the most beautiful space aboard and incorporates that stunning window amidships. It feels like an apartment in a modern oceanfront residential tower as the expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing is pure architecture.

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Life Saga stretches 65m in length and 11m in the beam. Built from steel and aluminium, she can welcome 12 guests and 17 crew.

This shot, the yacht’s beautiful imposing lines. Facing page, the cockpit on what the owner refers to as the Après Soleil Deck

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These images highlight the interconnection between the spaces and the Asian-influenced dÊcor. The owner wanted a supremely relaxing environment. Circular motifs, vertical lines and a soft, subtle colour palette combine to strike the perfect mood (left the main saloon). The choice of leather, European oak and soft fabrics and their contrasts add another layer of perfection. this page, images of the owner’s suite and its wonderful sea views

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Yacht Design and Naval Architecture Gian Marco Campanino, art director at Italian Sea Group

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e start all our designs from scratch. Owners that come to The Italian Sea Group know that the yachts building here are full-custom designs and the product of huge research and creative tension aimed at turning the owner’s needs and emotions into reality. In this particular instance, we had an embryonic design completed with some specific requests from the owner. That was then implemented with the specifications we had shared with the owner from the outset: lots of natural light in the interiors, minimal fragmentation of the interiors, a feeling of flow in the walkways and the way the various areas interlinked.

Most important of all, however, was completely blurring the indoor-outdoor separation by using full-height glass walls that could slide completely out of sight, for the first time. This choice meant an exceptional sense of continuity

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between the various areas on the outside decks and the interior ones. The result was also complete freedom in choosing and configuring the spaces to suit his lifestyle.

The owner wanted lines that communicated a sense of power and class but which also reflected his way of dealing with life: with energy, firmness, and, always, kindness. In short, this is the yacht that belongs to someone who is both powerful and a gentleman.

As an architect, I tried to carry over certain architectural features (such as the extensive use of glass walls, for example) to the yachting world which is usually a bit conservative and repetitive. I also took a different tack for the arrangement of the interior spaces: I united rather than divided up the space, ensuring it communicated very clearly with the outside environment and, more importantly still,

with the sea and the beauty of all those spectacular views. The naval engineering aside, a yacht is pretty similar to a piece of design or a villa or – why not! – genuine architecture.

The square-shish, vaguely naval lines really aren’t what they seem at first glance. In actual fact, all the hard angles have been softened to nothing with meticulouslyexecuted curvatures and grooves. Where the design shows its muscles, it does so in a very classical, harmonious way, like Greek or Roman statue. In that sense, it is very much a “Made in Italy” design that embraces and reinterprets the very best of our artistic and cultural tradition.

The swim platform leads into the cosy gym/spa area (opposite) which even has an inside Jacuzzi. Impressively, the transom door and the port and starboard shell doors can all be opened up open up to reveal the ocean just centimetres from where guests are exercising or relaxing. Right, The square-shish, vaguely naval lines really aren’t what they seem at first glance.

In actual fact, all the hard angles have been softened to nothing with meticulously executed curvatures and grooves. Below, architect Gianmarco Campanino

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Above, the bar in the main saloon and, bottom, some close-ups. Leather coupled with natural oak, walnut and teak finishes helps create a chilledout ambience. Most of the wood has been wire-brushed and sand-blasted to highlight its grain. The interior designers have worked hard to gently stimulate the senses with wonderfully tactile finishes. Fabrics have ribbed and embossed textures to tempt the owner and guests to touch them

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Interior Design Mark Berryman, Director at Mark Berryman Design

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ur first meeting with the Owner was very relaxed. His first comment was that we should think of the interior as a cappuccino with soft, muted fabrics. It had to feel so welcoming that guests would feel relaxed enough to flop down on the sofa and put their feet up on the coffee table without a second thought. So the aim was to create a home from home. Somewhere the owner and guests could forget about business and just enjoy their surroundings. To do that, we used oak as a backdrop throughout the yacht, which is complimented by natural leathers and contrasting woods such as walnuts and teaks. We always like to use oak. European oak has great warmth and works very well with darker and lighter material colours to create contrast.

The natural light that floods in the large windows throughout the yacht is very important too.

During the day, it allows you to see all the interesting detailing. It has also been complemented with fantastic artificial fittings in the interior and the exterior spaces. The general lighting is created by recessed downlights, but careful positioning of table lamps creates warmth too.

Shadow also plays a very big part. It is just as important as a well-lit area and sets the mood. It is amazing to spend an afternoon on the boat and then to see the exterior spaces illuminated when the sun goes down. The light combines with natural teak deck and the exterior wooden elements we incorporated into the exterior spaces to create a sense of warmth there too.

One area that was a challenge was the main deck indoor/outdoor space of the aft saloon. It was to have the feeling of an interior saloon yet still allow the whole aft section of the yacht to be opened up to the elements. In fact, the crew had to be able to wash down this space.

Consequently, the materials and finishes needed to be hardwearing and the fabrics waterresistant yet still have the qualities of a fantastic interior fabric. The design here is carried through from the rest of the boat and the palette is contemporary with Asian undertones. It is similar to the rest of the interior but also functions perfectly as an indoor/outdoor environment and can cope with all the problems that will be thrown at it!

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Teak flooring and hard-wearing fabrics underscore its indoor/outdoor vocation and the owner’s desire to enjoy the sea without any constraints. The outside light creates magical reflections and makes the spaces feel even larger

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The Shipyard Giovanni Costantino, President at Italian Sea Group

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he Owner was looking for a boat that would meet his family’s needs. He’s a serial owner who’d had previous superyachts built in the Netherlands. He had clear ideas about his new yacht. He came to us at the recommendation of some friends of his who were already clients. This is his first Italian-built yacht.

I think he chose us because we were able to prove we were financially solid and were very capable on the design, organisational and quality fronts. We also proved we were able to produce quality on time.

M/Y Life Saga was a unique project for us. A good deal of the thanks for that is due to the special relationship we had with the owner’s and designer’s team throughout design and build process.

As is the case with all of our yachts, the project started from the owner’s requirements and then developed from that with the whole team involved.

It took a couple of months to pin down the exterior lines while the interior design more or less began as soon as the contract was signed and continued for the entire production process.

It was a calm yet dynamic build that was both fast and very high quality. We didn’t encounter any particular difficulties but the Berryman studio’s very sophisticated and unusual interior design was meticulously detailed.

I wouldn’t say that there were any challenging requests, apart from some unusual materials that we had to source from all over the world: Britain, Asia, the United States…..

Life Saga perfectly embodies Admiral’s current philosophy, with a close focus on efficiency, comfort and innovation.

We like to think she is a yacht with a soul created by the energy of the people that were so passionate about building her. This yacht is an exceptional result for the Italian Sea Group because we poured all our design and management capabilities, our focus on the production process, timing and every aspect of the detailing (in her engineering, engine room, steel, upholstery, furnishings), into her. She is a hugely important milestone for the company in terms of efficiency and quality too. But also one we have already surpassed because we are continually innovating and growing.

So, Life Saga is an important yacht for us, all told. But the next one will be even more so because we are working on new horizons and at an even higher level that we will keep upgrading.

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[ FLY ]

GAME CHANGER

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The first G700s will be available in early 2022. Gulfstream is aiming high with a long-range business jet offering a wide range of interiors and refined avionics – and to combat jet lag, a smart lighting system that simulates the circadian rhythm

by Sergio Barlocchetti ph. Courtesy by Gulfstream

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[ FLY ]

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o other aircraft company embodies the business

The cabin is the wider and longer super-midsize category,

aeroplane philosophy more than Gulfstream, a

with five living areas, a spacious galley, crew compartment,

company controlled by General Dynamics, which

conference and dining room and a bedroom with shower.

last October in Las Vegas presented its new flagship, the

Already holder of the record for window size, on this jet

G700. The company has sought to raise the bar even higher

Gulfstream has included twenty windows and has made

than before. “The G700”, said company president Mike

further improvements to the climatization system, providing

Burns, “Embodies the finest elements of our most cutting

the lowest cabin pressure and noise levels in the sector. One

edge products to create a new, technologically-advanced

other feature really stands out, though – to help prevent

aircraft that redefines the concepts of safety, speed, comfort

jet lag after the long flights a circadian lighting system has

and range. General Dynamics has invested a great deal in

been installed to recreate dawn and sunset and prepare

developing the Jetstream technologies and with a workforce

passengers for new time zones. The lighting panels comprise

of 18,000 spread across the world we are continuing our long

thousands of white and amber LEDs, reproducing natural

tradition”.

light. Interestingly, while other companies seek to develop

Its long range is the aircraft’s great selling point - 7,500

designs that help passengers forget they are on board an

nautical miles (13,890km) at Mach 0.85, or 6,400 nautical

aircraft, Gulfstream succeeds in creating lovely interiors

miles (11.853km) at a speed of Mach 0.90. Not bad for

that never seek to fool passengers into thinking they are

machine with a maximum take-off weight of 48.8 tonnes,

anywhere but on an aircraft, making the flight a unique,

over 22 of which may be accounted for by fuel.

unforgettable experience. Guests can remain fully in touch

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The wings with new-generation winglets and complex moving surfaces enable the plane to operate from relatively short runways.

The cabin (opening) can host up to 19 passengers or can be laid out in a series of zones including galley, bedroom (opposite page) and dining or meeting area

with their professional and social life all the while through

engines generate 18,250 pounds of thrust with a power-weight

latest-generation satellite connectivity.

ratio 12% better than all other engines in this power band.

The cabin is 191 cm high, 2.5 metres wide and more than 17

Remaining faithful to its traditions, Gulfstream has given its

metres long in a fuselage with a total length of over 33 metres.

G700 a wing with classic geometry and a span of 31.39 metres.

The aircraft’s maximum height is 8 metres. The demanding

The wings feature a new type of winglet and complex moving

laws of aerodynamics apply to all aircraft builders, and larger

surfaces, so despite its dimensions and weight the aircraft can

fuselage sections end up by adding weight to the aircraft and

operate from relatively short runways and reach high altitudes.

requiring greater power. But there’s no need to worry about the

Five aircraft are being used for trials, and when successfully

interior space, which if kitted out with the maximum number

completed certification will be granted by the end of 2021.

of seats can accommodate 19 passengers in comfort, while

The first models will be delivered to clients the following year.

the most restful configuration provides 10 normal-size beds.

The first of an initial series of ten examples will join the Qatar

In the cockpit, the pilots work with the Symmetry Flight Deck

Airways fleet for the Qatar Executive service. The official

system, entirely touch screen and equipped with Predictive

price will be around 75 million dollars, a cost that seems to

Landing Performance System functions that provide an

be a psychological barrier in the business jet market. It’s a few

unprecedently complete information for managing approach,

million more than its direct rival, the Bombardier Global 7500,

landing and take-off. Not to mention, of course, the synthetic

but if you’re looking for greater cabin comfort and speed the

vision provided by the Enhanced Flight & Synthetic Vision

higher cost will be absorbed during the G700’s operational life.

system on the dual head-up display. A pair of Royce Pearl 700

www.gulfstream.com

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[ The CAR ]

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[ The CAR ]

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or the last 100 years, it has always been the same story.

With Bentley right in the middle. Just when you think you have seen it all, when you are certain you know how

every possible permutation of luxury looks, feels, tastes and even smells, then a new four-door Grand Tourer bursts onto the car scene and proves you wrong.

This is a typically British phenomenon that is as frustrating as it is incredibly rewarding and exhilarating. In the British countryside where Bentley has had its headquarters for the last

Beneath that gleaming bonnet lies a twin-turbo W12 that unleashes 635 PS of power and 900 Nm of torque and is coupled with an 8-speed automatic dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel steering.

The result: a supercar with a red-line speed of over 330 km/h

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The impeccable elegance and proportions of its lines are absolutely Bentely as is the meticulously finished cabin. An exclusive sports limo and a worthy successor to the first Flying Spur of 1952

century, the sports limo concept is very much at home. It is

Only Bentley could imbue such a car with its own special,

deeply rooted in this part of the world and in the marque itself

nay unique, personality. An uncompromising compromise.

and has been passed down from generation since the dawn of

Elegantly proportioned with huge presence and character, the

motoring history. Since the days when constructors looked after

new Flying Spur redefines the whole concept of personalisation

the chassis and the engine but the great coachbuilders worked

and recalibrates the meaning of “bespoke�.

with the leading designers to tailor car bodies like bespoke suits

Although the running gear is set in stone, comprising a 6-litre

around the latter. The Flying Spur name was coined in 1952

twin-turbo W12 that delivers 635 PS of power and 900

by Mulliner’s Design Director, Arthur Talbot Johnstone, who

Nm of torque and is coupled with an automatic dual-clutch

borrowed it from the heraldic coat of arms of his family, the

transmission and all-wheel steering, this is no limitation at

Clan Johnstone of the Scottish Borders. It still looks absolutely

all. There is a positively sumptuous menu of optionals and, of

modern today almost 70 years later.

course, tailor-made is part of Bentley DNA at this stage.

The third generation of the iconic Flying Spur takes to the roads

Open-pore walnut trim, 3D-effect diamond-finish hides, a wi-

in the first months of this year. It is, of course, a four-door,

fi hotspot, infrared night vision camera and a Flying B that

but also luxurious, powerful and very much a Grand Tourer.

disappears into the imposing bonnet once the engine is switched

This might seem like a slightly odd combination because it

off: all are there for the asking and all are, naturally, state-of-

is so contradictory. It is also, however, definitely intriguing.

the-art. www.bentleymotors.com

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[ CREATIVE MINDS: STUDIO VAFIADIS ]

I DON’T

DESIGN BOATS -

I SCULPT THEM!

by Samuela Urbini

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Stefano Vafiadis is creative director of the Rome-based Studio Vafiadis. His designs all have a sublime formal and functional simplicity. He starts each one from scratch as a series of sketches which are then used to produce 3D computer models. Vafiadis works with, amongst others, CCN, Rossinavi and Golden Yachts

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[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

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tefano Vafiadis’s drawings as a little boy were full of boats. And also the cranes he saw when he visited shipyards to view the boats his famous yacht designer father, Giorgio, had penned. As far as he was concerned they were all just big toys. Those first glimpses of the

nautical world were indelibly imprinted on his impressionable young mind. He later pursued a study and career path that quickly and happily led to the position of creative director of Studio Vafiadis, which is headquartered in his native city of Rome. “I remember how happy those days I spent with my father drawing my first and very childish boats in the technical offices,” says the

Above, a sketch of the cleanly

architect fondly. “When I grew up, I graduated with a degree in architecture in 2012 but I always

sculpted forms of the 37m

felt it could give something extra to naval design because of its universality and transversality. Of

from CCN’s Dom series which

course, being born in Rome with its great architectural tradition, helped that decision along too”.

splashes this year. Opposite

Vafiadis’s love and passion for his work is clear from the words he uses to describe his creative

page, from top: the saloon

process: “I am always the harshest critic of my own projects. I like to give my all both in terms

aboard the DOM 37 feels

of style and spaces. I also like tailoring my boats around the client’s tastes and style. I am very

exactly like a lounge in a

much against the whole ‘cut and paste; style. Each and every one of my designs starts from scratch

modern villa. The exteriors of

and from lots of freehand sketches. I also like the 3D computer modelling process – it is like a

the DOM 133, a 40m currently

sculpture slowly emerging and finding its true identity. I reference other disciplines such as car

in build for delivery in 2021

design and architecture as well. I find inspiration in the great masters past and present as a way of getting to the future. I strive for progress but want to retain that formal and functional simplicity the great Steve Jobs taught us about in another area altogether”.

This approach has produced, amongst many others, the 133 CCN, a 40m yacht with hybrid propulsion with a gorgeous modern villa vibe thanks to contemporary styling and generous volumes. The project was called Dom, in fact, a name derived from the Latin Domus, meaning home, and will be delivered by the end of 2021. “It was a great evening: I found the motif for the boat, which has not changed, in quick time. It is a carefully sculpted boat with extensive work done on the surfaces. It is heavily influenced by car design – the air intakes and spoilers you see on automobiles. It was meant to look like a modern villa with very horizontal lines making

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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 indooroutdoor 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

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The Rossinavi 52m Florentia is clothed in pure classical lines yet also incorporates plenty of contemporary details. The 95’ (below) for Golden Yachts, on the other hand, is more modern in style without being overly extreme. Both are currently under construction

everything harmonious yet also severe. The same lines effortlessly break

a more classic, timeless look yet also brims with contemporary details.

up the volumes too”. This is clear not just in the interiors but also the

“She’s a craft I am very proud of because I am sure she will go down in

exteriors, with their large aft swimming pool and an open beach club

history for her classically romantic beauty and her purity. We also have

that slopes down the sea.

other yachts under construction, most notably a 95m for Golden Yachts

This particular yacht is the larger sibling of the 37m from the Dom

in Greece which has much more modern yet still beautifully balanced

series which is due to be delivered this year. Currently, Studio Vafiadis

lines. Her impressive length also gave us an opportunity to sculpt her

is also partnering Rossinavi on the in-build 52m Florentia which has

volumes in an extraordinary way,” concludes Vafiadis.

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[ CREATIVE MINDS: LUXURY PROJECTS ]

Laura Pomponi’s unique designs are the result of constant research and a meticulous selection process. The Benetti FB 273 and Amels 200, on which she is currently working, are prime examples

LIVING IN THE

MATERIAL WORLD

by Mark Worden

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The Amels 200. The 60m is due to be launched in 2021 and is the third vessel in the Limited Edition range.

Innovative materials, such as cocciopesto and vetrite gem glass, plus a selection of freestanding furnishings lend the interiors an exclusive ambience. Below, the main deck saloon has a natural colour palette and is modern yet very welcoming in style

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[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

“L

P” stands for both “Laura Pomponi” and her interior design company, “Luxury Projects” (which is based in the Italian seaside city of Ancona, with offices around the world). But, given that she has been running “LP” for over a dozen years, since branching out on her own,

perhaps it’s time to remember the letters’ original meaning: “Long Playing”.

The studio’s latest projects are the Italian Benetti FB273, which is due to splash this summer, and the Dutch Amels 200, which is set to launch next year. They are different in that the Benetti is a custom-made project for “a Middle Eastern client who loves art and technology” and the Amels 200 is the third in the Limited Editions range, but “LP” says that both are “modern contemporary projects” that enabled the studio’s design team to “express our creativity.” They involved a lot of work on the lighting, and this meant “prototyping” some lights. The projects also required the LP team to “produce yachts that functioned properly in terms of temperature, while hiding the sources and outlets of the devices.” The air-conditioning grilles, for example, are “invisible”.

The Benetti, whose exterior was designed by the yard’s inhouse team, is a 70-metre, but “has everything you would normally find in a 100-metre.” LP already knew the client, having done some residential work for him, but his “attention to detail on this project was such that I had to work pretty hard to gain his trust”. There are four decks: lower, main, sun and upper, which is

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The lounge area with home theatre on the upper deck of the 70m Benetti FB 273 and, above lefts, the conversation area on the beach club: both are exceptionally refined, modern spaces with a subtle interplay of beige, taupe, grey and white in their colour schemes. Above, sketches of the guest cabins aboard the Amels 200

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Laura Pomponi, centre, and her team in the Luxury Projects studio in Ancona (there are offices around the world)

entirely given over to the owner’s “amazing” quarters. They include a

concentrated on innovative materials in order to set the boat apart from

large lounge area aft and this has a home theatre. Moving forward, there’s

others. By the use of loose furniture as much as possible and less or no

a private office, featuring a glass wall to create “the feeling of space”, a

fixed furniture, the interior became relatively easy adaptable to the taste

gym and massage cabin, and his-her bathroom. The open cabin is at the

of the “Final Client”, as one of the main requests in the Shipyards brief

front of the deck, and has windows all around.

was “the possibility of during build customization for the end user”.

The owner’s guests, on the other hand, will sleep on the lower deck,

Happily, the Dutch “were open to the idea of experimentation.” Of

where there are six cabins. This is the location of the beach club. The

particular interest is “the innovative yet ancient cocciopesto”, which is

guests will also get to hang out with their hosts on the main and sun

also known by its Latin name, opus signinum. It’s a building material

decks. The former features a large “conventional” reception area, a big

that is “30 per cent less heavy than marble”. The Romans used it for

salon, and a separate formal dining area that can seat 14. There’s also a

aquaducts, and, in the case of the Amels, it was applied to the showers

lounge area on the sun deck, as well as a jacuzzi. The decks are united by

in the guests’ bathrooms. Other materials include “vetrite” glass, an

“huge circular staircase.” Throughout this impressive vessel, the recurring

original liquid metal finish and “beautiful wood” for the floors. The

colours are beige, taupe, grey and white , all of which are tasteful and

general idea was to use “earthy colours” and to create a feeling that

gentle on the eye. As for the materials, “we used a lot of bronze, as well

was “neither too bare nor too rich. If an interior is too modern, it’s too

as custom-made veneer by Alpi.”

bare.” The combination of the materials created a warm interior, the light

As for the 60-metre Amels, even though Laura Pomponi and her

design and special dome features with indirect light, create a richness

colleagues have done many refits in Northern Europe, this was their first

and in a way the ability to change the “mood” of the interior by the turn

new build in The Netherlands. The exterior design was by Tim Heywood

of a switch. In conclusion, LP says that “Playing with materials from

and the LP team obviously had less of a role in the compartmentation,

the ancient past and near future and influences from different cultures

but they were still able to add features and finishes to the existing lay-

worked especially well. The Yard accepted these concepts and, as a

out in order enhance guest comfort and crew service in. They also

result, a fantastic interior was created.”

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[ MEGAYACHT ]

by Paola Bertelli - ph. Guillaume Plisson (exterior) and Winch Media (interior)

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Radical, futuristic lines, enormous expanses of seamless glazing, new spaces to discover, impressive finishes and detailing: the 80m from Abeking and Rasmussen and Winch Design is an astonishingly out-of-the-ordinary yacht

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he atrium on Excellence’s main deck is quite

the black-and-white concentric circles on the saloon ceiling hark

an imposing sight with an enormous glass wall

back to classic car tyres. In the guest cabins, the ventilation harking

facing outward and turning the space into a heavenly

are crafted to resemble bonnet grilles and a whole host of design

light and reflection-filled delight. Triple height and

elements inspired by iconic Bugatti, Ferrari Daytona abound in the

overlooked by the owner and upper decks, it is hard

bathrooms. The floors are sumptuous too – we were particularly

to believe that such spectacular foyer has ever been seen on a yacht

taken with the craftsmanship of the marble inlay and carpeting.

before. It is truly spectacular. The use of glass is an extraordinary

All of the finishes are utterly sublime. The walls in the study area,

masterpiece of both design and engineering just for a start: that wall

for instance, feature silver leather pressed with tobacco leaves with

is made up of six five-metre high, 60-80 mm thick panels weighing

a mix of birdseye maple wood, cappuccino marble and tan leather

1.3 tonnes and supported by industrial-chic perforated steels

tiles for the flooring.

beams. Amazingly, the panels also follow the slightly curvature

There are two welcoming areas aboard: one on the main deck and

(approximately 6°) of the superstructure.

the other on the beach club. Six guest staterooms (of approximately

As you stand before the 80m five-decker built by Abeking &

25 sqm each) are located on the main deck in addition to the saloon

Rasmussen of Germany to Winch Design’s interior and exterior

and the dining area. All are similar in overall style but have many

specifications, you will, however, be stunned by more than just

unique textural and colour details that make them unique too.

her atrium. Winch’s exterior lines are radical stuff with a sharp,

Further forward on the main deck is a completely soundproofed

aggressive “American Eagle” reverse bow and series of flying saucer-

nine-seater home cinema and also a gym with spa overlooking the

shaped pods fore and aft of each deck. Vast mirrored glass surfaces

sea.

seem to go on forever while steel spiral staircases effortlessly hug the

The master suite, which extends over a huge 130 sqm, is on a

rounded forms of the pods. A chiselled silhouette for a yacht with

dedicated deck. It has huge sea-facing windows and, like the rest

powerful personality all of its own. A yacht that is genuinely new

of the interiors, the colour palette is a mix of coffees and creams.

and, just as her owner asked, aiming to become “the winner of all

The finishes take exclusivity to a new level, however: the panelling

winners and something which would divide opinion”.

is Macassar ebony while silver filaments has been woven to look

In the interior, Winch Design has designed every inch of the

like a metallic carbon-fibre, and the wool carpeting with crocodile

layout right down to the tiniest detail. Endless materials appear

skin motif is a custom-design by Oliver Treutlein.

and disappear as you explore: a dazzling mix of glasses, mirrors,

Excellence’s exterior is dominated by the colour white flanked by

marbles (over 30 different types with a particular emphasis on

steel detailing and teak finishes. There are two Jacuzzis on the sun

glorious golden onyx), timbers (23 different types of wood), fabrics,

and bridge deck, while the main has a pool with a glass bottom that

leathers and metals. There are also plenty of references aboard to

allows soft, gentle light to filter down to the beach club beneath.

Floridian East Coast Deco and the car world as the owner made

Also on the main, the aft bar has been sunken into the deck to avoid

his fortune in car dealerships. In the main saloon, the big deep

ruining guests’ view of the sea.

sofas have metal side supports that reference 1960s car grilles and

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Top, the master suite with stunning floor-toceiling windows in front of the bed and, right, the sauna on the main deck. Opposite, top, an artwork inspired by cartoon character and, below, the dining area.

The table top is trimmed in anegre, shagreen and Carrara marble

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The guest sleeping quarters are on the main deck. There are six staterooms in all, each one personalised with different colour schemes and materials. The floors are beautifully crafted with marble inlay and sumptuous carpeting. The home cinema and gym/spa are further forward

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Exterior Design James Russell, Associate at Winch Design

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Excellence’s bow cleaves the waves like a razor. She has a range of 4,500 nm at 13 knots and a steel hull topped by an aluminium superstructure. Opposite, references to the car world abound in the lounge on the bridge deck from leather armchairs to the sofas with side grilles even a classic car tyre-inspired circular motif on the ceiling

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xcellence’s experienced owner has had five yachts with which to perfect his ideal dream yacht. After falling in love with the preliminary model, he trusted Winch Design to help him step out of his comfort zone to develop something groundbreaking and industry-defining.

Excellence is a striking combination of boundarypushing technical design and daring innovation: she is a rocket ship ready for take-off.

The main design brief was to be iconic: a sporty, modern and comfortable yacht which would become a classic. She has an unmistakable silhouette which will remain head-turning for years to come.

The radical exterior design created by Winch Design, with the clean minimalistic lines, inclined superstructure and the open and spacious interior with the expansive reflective glass panels, are key elements to this original design. These elements initially created challenges for Abeking & Rasmussen but ultimately led to several innovations which had never been used onboard before. Her unusual and challenging interior lines mean that each door onboard Excellence is a custom design with a completely new opening and closing mechanism.

Excellence is unique, iconic, futuristic and extraordinary.

Interior Design - Ignacio Oliva-Velez Senior Partner, Yachts and Project Manager

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xcellence was a very exciting project to be involved and tested the team to their creative limits. The owner wanted a completely new introduction to the superyacht market. He is an experienced yacht owner and knew that he wanted to create something completely unprecedented. Winch Design is very comfortable thinking outside of the box and never wants to design something that has been done before.

Excellence’s interior takes cues from Floridian East Coast Deco as well as from the details found in his impressive automotive collection.

Excellence wasn’t designed for charter but is the ideal yacht for charter. The main deck is perfectly designed for charter, with each of the six guest cabins right in the middle of everything they could ever need, giving the owner complete privacy on the bridge deck should he wish. Also situated here is a subtly designed hospitality cabinet allowing guests to help themselves to drinks and amenities without needing to bother the crew.

There is extensive use of glass throughout Excellence’s interiors and each guest cabin features a huge window, allowing maximum natural light into her rooms and ensures that guests feel close to the water and the surrounding nature. The extensive

use of natural light means that her soft interiors remain fresh and bright, and that the colours and textures chosen by the client are showcased to their very best. Her interiors are cocooned by the view surrounding her, and her interior colour scheme was kept calm and neutral in order to better highlight the incredible views. There are so many rare and exciting finishes onboard.

A few examples include Nero Marquina, grey onyx, Paonazzo, Calcatta and Magic Brown marble. The dining table is trimmed in anegre, shagreen and Carrara marble. There is also Macassar ebony in the lounge and each cabin features a signature timber behind each bed, including amboyna burl, straight gain walnut and avodire curl. The core wood used throughout is white rippled sycamore, and additionally wenge is used in most rooms; all the timber is high gloss. Limestone and golden onyx are also favoured throughout. The carpet on the corridor of the main deck mimics the grain of the bleached white sycamore in a yet another level of textural detail. Excellence’s finish is highly textured and patterned. The owner loves layered patterns and the closer you look the more you will find carefully layered and matched textures, patterns and materials in every single space.

Every surface onboard has been optimised.

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Shipyard Till von Krause, Sales Director Yacht Abeking & Rasmussen

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uring the 2015 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, A&R presented a design study developed with Winch Design, not knowing that this would become the successor to the last Excellence V! Excellence’s owner and his friends visited us at our booth. They were all taken with the sleek design and vast amount of glass. In summer 2016 our client´s directions were clear: “I want an iconic yacht, with lots of glass, 80m, open spaces, good for communication. A boat where people feel happy and comfortable”. The first sketches and plans were developed and the build contract for his 4th Abeking & Rasmussen Yacht was quietly signed during the 2016 Monaco Boat Show.

Excellence is an icon for sure. With the exterior design, Winch Design sketched up an artistic vessel. Prior to construction, our naval architects optimised the hull and went through extensive tank testing in calm water and waves. These time-consuming but very successful test results have already been proven in the real world.

Excellence’s styling is second to none with extended engineering in the background and unbelievable views from inside out. The yacht stands out with her glass superstructure which is not just a matter of careful engineering, but required great team work between all the trades and at all levels, from start to finish. The sheer variety of her special features and design elements makes Excellence a yacht well outside the norm. Abeking & Rasmussen successfully delivered on all the challenges and actually turned them into proper engineering solutions, fulfilling all technical requirements and requested conditions. We took the lines created by Winch Design and turned the owner’s ideas into reality, proving that there are no limits.

Andrew Winch and his team definitely proved their utter professionalism by synchronising the owner´s very individual requirements for a bright and happy albeit traditional interior with a cutting-edge exterior design. The highly experienced Robert Bennett acted as the owner´s representative together with well trusted and long term Excellence captain Ray Shore who has already safely steered the yacht right across the Atlantic.

Last but not least, the in house engineering team and craftsmen here at Abeking & Rasmussen did a fantastic job, successfully merging all the various disciplines involved into a single piece of state of the art craftsmanship. The owner’s first reaction when seeing the finished yacht was: “You exceeded my expectations!” Reflecting back on the short 34 months, from contract signing to delivery, Abeking & Rasmussen and the entire team are very proud to have built this masterpiece.

Excellence took four years to complete from preliminary sketches to delivery. Her owner is a repeat client and she is his fourth yacht to be built by Abeking & Rasmussen.

The sculptural forms of her hull were subjected to extensive tank testing in calm water and waves before the build

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[ ART ON BOARD ]

CUTTING EDGE LIGHT Seventy works on show at the Castello Visconteo in Novara mark the rediscovery of Divisionism, the forerunner of modern Italian painting and a movement that laid the foundations for the Futurist avant garde

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Opening: Emilio Longoni, Bambino con cavallino e trombetta, 1893-1896, oil on canvas fixed to card; to side, Angelo Morbelli, Meditazione, 1913, oil on canvas; below, Emilio Longoni, Ragazzina col gatto, 1893-1896, oil on board. This page: top, Gaetano Previati, La migrazione in val padana, 1916, 1917, oil on canvas, Enel Roma. Above, Angelo Morbelli, Neve, 1909, oil on canvas. Right, Giovanni Segantini, Dopo il temporale, 1883-1885

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n 1891 a group of young artists, Giovanni Segantini, Giuseppe

Visconteo in Novara until 5 April 2020, and also includes many works

Pellizza da Volpedo, Angelo Morbelli, Emilio Longoni and Gaetano

that are usually not available for public viewing as they belong to private

Previati exhibited a series of their works carried out using the new

collections. In 2016 Rovereto’s Museo d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea

“pittura divisa” technique at the First Brera Triennale in Milan. There

(Mart) also dedicated a show to the movement, which played an

were only six canvases, displayed in different rooms, out of a total

important role in Italy’s artistic renewal in the late 1800s and early 1900s.

of 600 works by 225 artists, but this was the official introduction of

The featured artists, active above all in Lombardy and Piedmont (but

Divisionism, a movement that broke with academic tradition.

also in Tuscany and Genoa), were the children of a period of artistic

The exhibition entitled “Divisionismo. La rivoluzione della luce”

experimentation. In France, for example, the Pointillism – thousands of

(Divisionism. A revolution in light) highlights what curator Annie-Paule

dots of pure colour placed side by side – of post-Impressionists George

Quinsac describes as the first Italian avant garde. It is on at the Castello

Seurat and Paul Signac deconstructed light by drawing inspiration

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from contemporary research into optics. Italian Divisionism, however, although also influenced by this research, grew out of the environment of the Milanese Scapigliatura (The “dishevelled ones”) and the lessons of the Macchiaioli painters (“macchie” means patches or spots) Giovanni Fattori and Cesare Tallone. Unlike their French counterparts, the Italian Divisionists applied long and short strokes to the canvas, irregular filaments that lay side by side or overlapped, replacing the technique of impasto painting. “I almost immediately realised that you could

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not create light or air by mixing colours on the palette. I found a way

themes (Pellizza da Volpedo). Brothers Alberto and Vittore Grubecy

to arrange them with honesty and purity, placing them side by side

De Dragon promoted the movement abroad, building a network of

on the canvas”, wrote Giovanni Segantini. He used this technique to

connections with their art gallery in Milan, even after they had split

create “more light, air and truth”, interpreted through different content

following a difference of opinion. Alberto took care of the gallery while

and meaning from those underlying French Pointillism. The Italian

Vittore continued his work as art critic and painter. Among these artists

artists’ work displays a deep sense of nature (Segantini), suggestions of

it was Segantini above all who found an outlet for his work outside

Symbolism and a spiritual touch (Previati) and the appearance of social

Italy through his contacts with the artists of the Viennese Secession, a

Above, Emilio Longoni, L’oratore dello sciopero, 18901891, oil on canvas. Right, from top: Giuseppe Pellizza, La processione, 1893-1895, oil on canvas, National Museum of Science and Technology, Milan. Giovanni Segantini, Savognino sotto la neve, 1890, oil on canvas. Giovanni Sottocornola, Fuori Porta, 1891, oil on canvas.

Left-hand page: top, Gaetano Previati, Maternità, 1890, 1891, oil on canvas. Below, left, Vittore Grubicy, Quando gli uccelletti vanno a dormire, 1891, 1903, oil on canvas, Pinacoteca di Tortona. Below, right, Giuseppe Pellizza, Le ciliegie, c.1888-1889, Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Alessandria.

group of which he was an early member. His works had been exhibited

of Divisionism were a basis for Futurist painting. Umberto Boccioni,

in Vienna before, and had met with great acclaim. After a memorable

Carlo Carrà, Luigi Russolo, Gino Severini and Giacomo Balla (who

posthumous exhibition, in 1901 the Austrian government dedicated a

had studied with Pellizza da Volpedo in Turin) formed the nucleus of

monograph to him, written by Franz Servaes and translated into Italian

Futurist painters that coalesced around Tommaso Marinetti in 1910, and

in 2015. The Divisionist period ended with the passing of its final

they were the heirs to the techniques and ideas of Divisionism, although

representatives a century ago, in 1919 and 1920. Segantini had passed

these were subsequently rejected, especially by Boccioni, in the search to

away in 1899 at the age of forty-one, and Pellizza da Volpedo committed

represent the speed and movement of modern life. However, the work of

suicide at the age of thirty-nine in 1907. The dynamic brushstrokes

the Divisionists shaped the origins of modern Italian painting.

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Dinner with Philippe Starck For the relaunch of a range of iconic tableware and glassware the illustrious Degrenne brand has made use of a daring, visionary creative talent. The result is a new, elegant and versatile collection that brings a new appeal to preparing, presenting and conserving dishes

by Marta Bernasconi

The colours chosen for the l’Econome set recall the vegetable world – turnip, radish, ginger yellow, swede grey and artichoke green.

The table-top becomes a carousel of colours to complement food in exciting new ways

t all began in 2017 when the maison Degrenne decided to revamp its L’Econome table service, starting with the cutlery. This is the most iconic line produced by the famous company, which began operations in 1947 and was a pioneer in the use of stainless steel to create modern, affordable cutlery now regarded as a symbol of the French Art of Living. The task of updating such a symbolic product was entrusted to Philippe Starck, a designer whose quirky, unpredictable genius always has one aim – to create objects that will enhance quality of life for the greatest number of people. Always faithful to this vision of “democratic design”, the restyling mission then widened to take in cutlery items. The result is L’Econome by Starck, a new table service that provides the perfect complement to modern lifestyles. The sets of stackable plates and bowls with lid are modular and can be taken directly from the fridge to oven, oven to table and then back to the fridge. The idea of modularity and versatility saves space, time and energy in preparing and cooking everyday meals, setting tables and conserving food. This practicality is accompanied by a careful choice of materials and colours, giving L’Econome great aesthetic appeal. The lines are sober, the porcelain plays on a mix of enamelled and satin-effect surfaces and the palette of pastel colours is delicate yet light-hearted. The concept of practicality that underpins this line, which can revolutionise the dynamics of the table setting, was inspired by a central figure in Philippe Starck’s childhood. The designer relates that his grandmother was an exceptional cook who had a very unusual way of revealing her dishes – from the sideboard she would take lovely salad bowls covered with a plate “to keep away bees and inquisitive people”, and at table she would create a surprise effect by lifting the plate to release wonderful aromas and reveal a riot of colours. After the meal the plate would once again be placed over the dish and the dish would be returned to its place in the sideboard. The great creative talent has transformed a memory into a modern, practical and refined table setting – also perfect for on-board dining. www.degrenne.fr

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Pure, simple lines wrap this elegant yet practical yacht designed for cruising but also well able to acquit herself in racing. For Baltic and Malcolm McKeon, she posed an intriguing engineering challenge which Adam Lay’s interior design clothes to perfection

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fter she cast off from the Monaco Yacht Show, Liara

reflects the natural environment of the owner’s home islands,

set a course for the Caribbean on the first long leg of

the Channel Islands, which are located between England and

a voyage that will take her to New Zealand in time

France. Liara’s interior is intentionally ‘weathered’ to look and

to watch the 2021 America’s Cup. That schedule

feel natural, comfortable and relaxing – like the Channel Islands

very much reflects the 112 footer’s own DNA –

themselves”.

she is a long-distance cruising yacht at heart but also ready and

Light colours and lots of oak provide the leitmotif aboard. The

able to fend off the competition between the marks. Liara was

oak appears in many guises and finishes designed, as Lay stresses,

splashed by Baltic Yachts in May 2019 during a record 10-day

to give create a relaxed atmosphere that feels like nature is part of

period that saw no less than three big launches: the first was

the interior. Good examples are the dining and coffee table tops

the 67’ Lurgina followed by the 112’ Liara and lastly, the 142’

which mimic ripples in calm water and also the hanging locker

Canova. A triumphant end to three years of incredibly hard work

doors inspired by the look of water or tree bark. The textures of

for the Jakobstad yard in Finland.

some of the fabrics used continue this aesthetic, while carefully

Liara is a strikingly graceful boat, an effect very deliberately

positioned lighting picks out and highlights the elements. The

achieved through a spare, pared-back exterior design: clean lines

work of painter Valerie Travers, from Guernsey in the Channel

and strong geometries offset by the soft forms of the superstructure

Islands, adds an artistic flourish too.

which has been kept as low and streamlined as possible.

The choice of a telescopic keel was pivotal to the interior

Liara’s exteriors and hull are the work of the Malcolm McKeon

arrangement as unlike a lifting keel, it does not encroach into the

Yacht Design studio.

accommodation. This meant that every last square metre available

One of the key features of her styling is the wide, curved glass

could be used for the split-level saloon in which the dining and

companionway doors separating the cockpit and saloon. These

lounge area is separated from the relaxation and media area by

not only create an interior-exterior dialogue, something rarely

a few steps.

seen on a sailing yacht, but are also a strong design element in

The sleeping quarters has a nicely harmonious style too. The

their own right. Protected by an original hard top, the cockpit

master suite is forward with the VIP stateroom just behind it and,

leads into the dramatic full width deck saloon, providing the first

amidships, aft of the saloon, two further en-suite twin cabins. The

glimpse of the superb Adam Lay Studio-styled accommodation.

fabrics and headrests on the beds, however, are different colours

The saloon is a fine example of a space flooded with natural light

which adds a personal touch to each space.

thanks to the enormous amount of glazing incorporated as part

Lastly, a large lithium ion battery bank ups guest comfort levels

of Malcolm McKeon’s exterior styling.

aboard as Liara can operate in ‘silent’ mode for up to eight hours

“The design brief for Liara,” explains Adam Lay, “was to create a

with all her hotel services running.

practical, functional sailing yacht interior with an open feel that

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The cockpit is home to two separate areas: dining and conversation. The wide curved glass companionway doors not only maintain a connection with the deck saloon but provide the helmsman with a sightline right forward.

Opposite, an aerial photo highlights just how clean and uncluttered the synthetic teak deck is

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Oak is the main wood used aboard. The interiors are intentionally weathered to look and feel more natural, comfortable and relaxing. Above, the master suite forward.

Right, one of the three guest staterooms.

Opposite, the bright, airy saloon and below, the galley with crew mess. The crew quarters have their own separate access aft

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Weight-saving was pivotal to the success of the project: Liara is built from carbon composite with foam and Nomex cores and, as a result, weighs a mere 88 tonnes. Even the furnishings are made from wood-veneered composite. Right, the view from the saloon is truly extraordinary

Exterior Designer and Naval Architecture Malcolm McKeon - Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design

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have known the owner very well for a long time and around 20 years ago, I designed his 50’ Eagle, an IMS racing yacht.

When I opened my own studio, he asked me to design his new cruising yacht. He wanted something fast and built from carbonfibre that he could sail all over the world in with his wife and family. But then as we developed the project, he began to change his mind a bit and decided he also wanted to do some racing.

Cruising remained the main priority, of course, but… from that point on, we focused on weight. We had to really restrict it as much as possible but without compromising on onboard comfort in anyway, particularly when it came to vibration and noise which can be quite significant on racing craft.

To maximise performance, we designed various hull forms and appendages which we then evaluated with CFD (computerised fluid dynamics) simulations.

The main challenge with Liara came from the choice of having a telescopic keel and retractable propulsion system. This involved a lot of very complex engineering being done on the hull: the two large holes in the bottom – for the keel and the retractable propeller – meant the hull had to be reinforced with a carbon-fibre frame.

The owner wanted a low, streamlined superstructure.

The wide, curved glass companionway doors ensure that you won’t be heard when you are in the saloon and are isolated from whatever is happening out on deck. This glass companionway also provides the helmsman with a sightline right forward.

Aesthetically, the design of the carbon-fibre hard top bimini, which can be removed for racing, is the result of a subtle balance between the height of the bimini and superstructure in order to ensure the boat looks harmonious both with and without the former. Liara is a fast cruiser that will eat up many, many miles. Her owner has already sailed her from Finland to the Mediterranean. After the Monaco Yacht Show, he cast off for Palma and is now in Antigua.

They will also be starting racing soon…..

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Interior Designer Adam Lay, principal of Adam Lay Studio

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he owner gave us a very clear design brief and he trusted us to create a beautiful, practical interior for him and his family. We worked closely with him and his wife to agree the interior design using hand-drawn pencil artist’s impressions accompanied by mood boards showing hardware, finishes and soft furnishings. Good communication with the owner, his captain, the project manager and the shipyard was key throughout. Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design gave us an absolute gift in terms of the structure and space planning for the saloon which, in terms of its feeling of openness, is incomparable with any vessel of Liara’s size. I would argue this area of the yacht boasts a game-changing design – albeit a challenge for the shipyard to accommodate the necessary ducting and pipework from the midship section to the aft cockpit area. The result is a very open feel to the saloon and a remarkable connection to the cockpit, making both spaces flow together.

Oak is the main finish we chose for Liara. We used a balance of grey stained and limed oak, and a light bleached oak that mimics the colours of local rocks and driftwood. This neutral backdrop is intended to futureproof the vessel in the event of resale, allowing any potential new owner to dress the interior to their own taste. We also designed the coffee tables and dining table in the saloon. The bases and tops were built by Baltic Yachts, but then the tops were sent to the UK to a special finishes company, Parkway Interiors Specialist Finishing, not far from my studio in Hampshire, UK. They worked closely with us to create the rippled water effect you see on the table tops.

In terms of artificial lighting design, we used accent lighting to

lift the outboard structure in the saloon and we carefully positioned downlights to highlight features like the rippled oak on the hanging locker doors. It is also important to balance ‘effect’ lighting with ‘practical’ lighting for reading in bed and face lighting in the bathrooms, for example.

My favourite area aboard? Definitely the saloon. There is so much natural light, a great connection with the cockpit and the ocean, and it feels like you’re onboard a yacht that is much bigger than 112’.

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Shipyard Henry Hawkins, Executive Vice President

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or Baltic, Liara is another further leap forward in building hightech innovative lightweight composite performance cruisers. We began building Liara with the main targets of this project firmly in our minds: a world cruising, safe, reliable, comfortable performance sailing yacht. A project that from the pre-engineering to final boat phases took three years to complete. Liara was full of technical challenges. For instance, the bimini was a structural challenge: we had to maintain its integrity but, at the same time, keep the weight to a minimum to allow ease of removal. The bimini was created to provide protection from the elements and to create a feeling of “safety� whilst above deck.

The seating area beneath is fully covered by the bimini and there are soft windows to be used on the sides for closing the area off from wind, rain and sun. There is a sliding panel in the roof to provide a sunbathing area during the day or view of the stars at night in the aft portion of the cockpit. The bimini is removable for racing.

The high voltage electrical system and the 350 bar hydraulic system were major challenges from a technological point of view, while the bridle system for the jib controlled by 3 cylinders is highly innovative. The yacht was to be used both as a cruiser and for racing so this meant we had to evaluate every detail in the matter of weight: hose clamps for ducting, electrical cable trays made from carbon.

We also used Nomex in the aft ship bulkheads for weight-saving and titanium deck equipment, etc. The RPS (retractable propulsion system) will boost performance. I would describe Liara as elegant, safe yet adventurous. My favourite place aboard? Behind the wheel, of course! The opportunities!

I would describe Liara as elegant, safe yet adventurous.

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Stretching 34 metres in length and 7.9 in the beam, Liara has an imposing 750 sqm sail plan. Her telescopic keel means her draught can be cut from 6.5m to just 3.91. Liara’s stern design (opposite, bottom) is particularly sophisticated as the synthetic teak used on the deck melds into the original curve of the transom

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INSPIRATION

IS ALL AROUND US!

by DĂŠsirĂŠe Sormani- ph. Courtesy by m2atelier

Marijana Radovic and Marco Bonelli tell us how they bring the world right into their designs in everything from retail to residential architecture. Mixing it up and creating crossovers is their rule of thumb, especially to and from the yacht design world

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pict. Giovanni Malgarini

pict. Giovanni Malgarini Marijana Radovic and Marco Bonelli founded studio m2atelier in Milan but also have an office in New York. Aside from working with Philippe Starck, Marco worked with Gaetano Pesce and Michael Gabellini of Gabellini Sheppard Associates; he did also a Master’s in Advanced Architecture and Design at Columbia University. Facing page, an armchair, chair and table from Giada by Giorgetti Collection

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hen we think of something, be it a chair, the interior

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where you have make different elements work together”.

of store, a home or a boat, we breathe life into our

m2atelier (m2 as in metres squared and also the double M made up

client’s desires. And we keep his or her style in mind

by Marijana and Marco) was founded in 2013 when the duo merged

as we do so, sometimes starting from a tiny detail. Then the design

their individual studios. And their private lives. Something that seems

takes shape and you make it a little more your own, putting your

to happen quite a lot in this particular profession. “We architects are

soul into it: so your personal input make the creative act different”.

obsessive about design... it is an all-consuming profession. There is no

Marijana Radovic and Marco Bonelli, founders of the international

such thing as a Nine to Five job,” stresses Marijana. “Being a couple

m2atelier studio, find it hard to define their style. “Design is the result

is a double-edged sword,” admits Marco, “but we have the same

of a whole lot of things because inspiration is all around us,” explains

vision”. This is very obvious from their very harmonious working

Marijana who studied architecture in her native Belgrade before

relationship with their 25 collaborators, all designers and architects of

taking a Master’s Degree in Yacht Design at Milan Politecnico.

different nationalities and with different specialisations. The result is

“We are constantly being bombarded with information, images and

a bespoke approach to each new project that pushes boundaries and

emotions: everything is a source of inspiration even an ‘ordinary’

creates intriguing variations on themes. It has also turned the studio

conversation with friends about the food in a restaurant can spark

into an international Made in Italy ambassador.

creative thought patterns about how that particular dish could be

Most of the m2atelier’s work is in luxury residential, fashion retail

served differently and more innovatively, for instance,” adds Marco,

and nautical design. Marijana’s experience is invaluable in the latter

who is Genoese by birth but essentially a citizen of the world. After

regard as she worked at the Lazzarini Pickering in Rome in the early

taking a degree in architecture with Stefano Boeri, lived in Paris

noughties, just after the launch of two high-profile boats: the leading-

where he worked in the design department of a leading domestic

edge 118 Wallypower and the 52m Benetti Sai Ram, the first yacht

electrical appliance company alongside Philippe Starck. “We like

with a bathroom with transparent walls and set centre stage in the

mixing and borrowing to reinterpret and create new and interesting

master stateroom. It was during that time that Marijana realised just

things,” he continues. “Design is a very complex world: there is

how closely related the residential and nautical spheres are: “I have

sensitivity, preparedness, politics, technical aspects….it is an area

always adored sailing yachts and the sound of the sea.

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This rendering, the Black Cat 30 and page opposite, Black Cat 50. m2atelier created the interiors for the entire range which was designed

by Malcom McKeon. All of the interiors have a great feeling of flow, meticulous attention to detail and beautifully optimised spaces

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Above, the interior of a home in Paraggi, in Liguria. Left, a close-up of the Hospitality Area of the Sheraton Hotel in Mestre, near Venice. Below, the studio m2atelier in Milan. Marijana Radovic, partner of the studio, also worked extensively on yacht interiors in the past, first with Lazzarini Pickering, and later in Geneva with Spiro Latsis. She also spent time in Athens supervising some big builds

I have also always been intrigued by the idea of reorganising small spaces… then in the course of my journey as a designer, I got to larger boats but even there the space optimisation rule holds true. I love open plan spaces which have everything there but you can’t see it.

Clean, simple spaces. This is the result of the work I did first on a smaller scale and then applied to a larger one.

Situations we also apply in the residential world thanks to a multidisciplinary approach fuelled by a constant search for space and proportions. Stylistically, attention to detail is one of our signatures”. When asked their favourite material, the duo glance at each other and then reply simultaneously: “We don’t have one… we obviously really like structural glass but we are interested in cross-contamination: pairing a very expensive material with a more ordinary one just as happens in the fashion world. It is interesting to see a piece of luxury clothing worn with an accessory that isn’t expensive but lends it distinction!”. The studio is like a creative kaleidoscope in which myriad facets seems to work in perfect harmony. But does the couple have any secret dreams they would like to accomplish? “We are happy with the things we have done and are doing. But we are constantly striving to raise the bar. But we can only do that thanks to our clients. What we really would really like is to keep meeting people who believe in us, who inspire us and who stimulate us to always go one step further “.

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This 42m belongs to a very creative and proactive owner who tailored her to be his perfect explorer vessel. Or rather is still tailoring her because, after her maiden season at sea, he has asked for some major upgrades to this Floating Life design built

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arrying the many standout characteristics of an

suggested a 42m from the K-Series and Merloni was sold. He then

explorer vessel designed to confidently negotiate

chose the world’s leading builder of 100’ to 140’ CdM Cantiere dell

sea and weather conditions of all types with the on-

Marche to do the construction. What emerged from that process was

demand luxury of an ultra-sophisticated superyacht

a genuinely ground-breaking vessel. Audace, as her name suggests,

is no easy task. Particularly if the craft in question

has vigorously muscular explorer lines while her gunmetal grey livery

happens to be relatively compact. This is why M/Y Audace is such a

gives her a naval vessel sobriety. Two big fire-engine red cranes (one

milestone and source of pride for the Italian yacht building industry.

capable of hoisting 8,890 kg) add a working vessel aesthetic too and,

She is not just yet another superyacht dressed up as an explorer but

in further twist, the presence of a Land Rover Defender, a BMW GS

a genuine luxury vessel designed, like the rest of the K-Series, by a

1200 motorbike, tenders and other toys on deck call to mind a chase

seasoned sailor, Andrea Pezzini, with naval architecture developed

boat. Add to all this an impressive fuel reserve of 62,000 litres and

by Mauro Sculli. She came into being in a mere two years thanks to a

Caterpillar C32 Acert engines and you get a powerful expedition

concerted team effort. Audace’s owner and former Indesit chairman,

vessel with a range of around 5,400 nm at 10 knots. But it doesn’t take

Andrea Merloni is a single fifty-something with no children who

long to realise that the “tank of the sea” and the luxury superyacht are,

wanted a round-the-worlder with plenty of character yet versatile

in this case at least, one and the same. Andrea Merloni took a very

enough to ensure he could have fun aboard with his friends yet have

hands-on approach at every stage of the design and build process. He

his own space too. Pezzini, who owns Floating Life, a well-established

was particularly meticulous when it came to the interiors on which he

yacht design, chartering, sales and management services company,

worked with architect Alessandra Negrato, marking off the whole of the top deck for his own private use. In fact, guests can only venture up there from the upper deck by invitation. In fact, a door, intercom and stairs help avoid uninvited visitors. The 100 sqm master suite itself includes a panoramic saloon with office, a bathroom and galley as well as an outside deck area with a Jacuzzi. The upper deck beneath is home to the ergonomic wheelhouse island with integrated Boning/ Furuno bridge, the captain’s cabin, a media room with wide screen TV, and al fresco living area with 14-seater table. Down on the main deck, the enormous and exceptionally striking 170 sqm cockpit is used to stow the tender on passages. However, when free, it converts to a living area and even a discotheque at times. Moving into the interiors, we find a pantry and two double VIP staterooms. Two symmetrical stairs lead down to the lower deck which has a stern platform that can double as a swim ladder or a passarelle. There is also multipurpose space that can be used as a second disco as it is soundproofed with professional audio-visual systems, a DJ station and 98” Samsung TV. Amidships are two further guest cabins with fold-out balconies and the gigantic Marrone restaurant-style professional kitchen where two chefs can cook for up to 250 guests. The bottom deck is probably where the explorer vessel vocation of this Large Commercial Yacht Code-classified yacht is most obvious. The under-lower deck has good headroom to allow every inch to be inspected safely and comfortably.

The technical, engine and equipment rooms are all down here. Audace even has large dry and cold storage areas, the latter being particularly huge. For next season, Merloni has planned several upgrades to the master suite, the bathrooms, the saloon on the upper deck (which will include indoor dining) and the stern (a 1.5m extension) as well as furnishings and layout. Two lifts will be installed too and the private stairs between upper and owner decks will be removed. www.cantieredellemarche.it

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The hull’s gun metal grey livery and imposingly muscular lines give Audace a distinctive naval vessel look. She began life as a tri-deck but her owner decided to add a top deck. Opening page, the 170 sqm cockpit covers the whole aft section of the main deck and includes a dining area, various conversation clusters and a sun pad

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The interiors have a casual sober elegance.

Above and right, one of the two guest staterooms on the lower with fold-out balconies and, also on the lower deck, the soundproofed space (left) with audiovisual and DJ systems, and a 98’ large-screen TV. Top left, the lounge on the upper deck

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Exterior Design Andrea Pezzini, Floating Life CEO

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et’s start at the very beginning: I know Andrea Merloni well because Floating Life has been managing his yachts for years. So when he decided to build himself a new yacht, we met up and began sketching out a design with Mauro Sculli, who later did the naval architecture. Andrea Merloni is extremely particular and also a great font of ideas so he really pushes people around him to achieve things they never thought were possible. His vision was for a seaworthy, self-sufficient round-the-worlder and that chimed perfectly with the K-Series which I had designed. All we had to do was tailor it around his requirements. But that wasn’t as simple as it sounds because the yacht had to combine technical requisites with owner’s requirements - he absolutely did not want to compromise on privacy, comfort or social spaces. He also wasn’t going to give up his favourite water toys!

Audace was designed like a ship and, thanks to my long experience in building and testing yachts, I was able to add in some extras that I felt were essential: the possibility of compartmentalising every section of the hull so that it can be inspected and, if required, worked on without impinging on navigation, roomy technical areas with good headroom, vertical windows in the wheelhouse for better visibility, an island console... Audace started off as a tri-deck but as the work went on, Merloni decided to add the owner’s deck and insisted that the interiors and exterior were designed to meet his requirements.

However, he does spend a lot of time aboard: this year, he joined her in April and didn’t leave until October and he is always surrounded by friends. This is essentially his home and he wants to be absolutely comfortable. Audace is a one-off yacht and I am particularly proud of her because she is, to all intents and purposes, a ship. She is certified to sail anywhere in the world and if required, she could be easily

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converted to an Ice Class to sail iceberg-strewn waters (but Merloni hates the cold). I’d also like to emphasise that we significantly reduced the amount of filling on the hull to a minimum threshold of 4.8 millimetres. That means that when, in the far distant future, Audace has to be broken up, disposing of the materials that she is built from will have less of an impact on the environment. Working with Andrea Merloni is very stimulating because he is an owner who doesn’t like things to stand still for long, particularly aboard. Audace is a work in progress in that regard. After the summer, for instance, he decided to make some fairly major upgrades: the installation of two lifts, some modifications to the interiors and also to extend the stern by 1.5m. In terms of the K-Series’ future, I have another 40m that is at the advanced stage of its design and a fractional-ownership 43m that I will personally be managing.

Right, Andrea Pezzini and Audace’s owner Andrea Merloni. Below, one of the guest staterooms.

Opposite, top: the aerial photo, reveals a large area on the foredeck for an off-roader, a motorbike and a jet ski, while the tender is stowed in the cockpit when Audace is underway. Two cranes with a total hoisting capacity of around 11,100 kg do the heavy lifting

Interior Design Andrea Pezzini, Project Manager

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y job as project manager is to be the intermediary between the owner and interior designer, which was Alessandra Negrato of Studio Sculli in this instance. Andrea Merloni was involved in every stage of the process. He provided a very detailed brief on what his “floating home” should be like: chic but not over-the-top, plenty of social areas both inside and out on deck, but also capable of guaranteeing him complete privacy. She had to be completely self-sufficient in terms of water, fuel and provisions, etc. too. The fly deck, for example, has been replaced by Andrea’s own private owner’s suite. This is the most spectacular area of the boat with panoramic views and complete privacy. The remainder of the spaces are extremely eclectic and versatile: they can be converted to living areas, dancing areas, sunning areas, TV or media rooms… Andrea also loves good food and wine so he wanted separate temperature-controlled red and white wine cellars, and a professional galley that two chefs could comfortably work together in. After his first season with Audace, as often happens, new requirements emerged. So he decided to make some major upgrades to both the décor and, partly also, to the layout. The first thing he wanted was two lifts: the first capable of taking a restaurant-style food trolley from the galley all the way to the upper deck. The second will go from the upper deck to his own private suite.

This meant losing the private stairs and revising the layout by moving bathrooms. The colour scheme of his saloon was also redesigned and now features darker wenge-type tones. It has been completely refurnished too. All of the sole in the owner’s

suite is being redesigned to be openable and to be fully heated.

The floors in the guest bathrooms are being changed to Corian as it is easier and more hygienic than wood. The saloon on the upper deck will be getting an extendable table too so that guests can eat inside also. Another major change is to the windows which Merloni now wants completely transparent and doubleglazed, which is not a simple thing to do on a yacht….There are no empty spaces aboard Audace because the owner loves filling up and giving a function to even the smallest areas. There is a lot to do but by next summer, Audace will be ready for another long cruising season!

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Shipyard Vasco Buonpensiere, CdM Sales & Marketing Director

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uilding a yacht of this size, meeting the owner’s requests and still managing to stay under the 500 GT threshold was far from simple. Audace took around 200,000 man hours to complete and that meant 30-70 people working on her every day for almost two years. CdM’s experience in the explorer sector means we can deliver on even the most unusual requests, including, in this instance, having an stowage area for an off-roader, a motorbike and a couple of water toys, on the foredeck. To ensure everything would fit in, our technical office designed a removable carbon mezzanine-style platform that allows the toys to be stowed on different levels. A 2,200kg crane does the heavy lifting. The big tender on the aft deck, however, is hoisted by an even bigger crane with a 8,890kg capacity. Audace really is a ground-breaking yacht: the size of the cockpit on the main deck is well outside the norm, for example, as is the layout which doesn’t have a classic saloon but very large spaces both interior and exterior, designed and kitted out as a discotheque. What can I say about the top deck which

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is the owner’s private deck and completely off-limits to guests?

We build yachts of undisputed quality and we also offer an incredibly high standard of personalisation for explorers from semi-custom series, such as the Darwin Class, the Nauta Airs and, more recently, the MGs and Flexplorers. I don’t want to blow my own trumpet but right now we have no real rivals on the scene. The quality of CdM’s yachts is well on a par with the finest Northern European builders. Because we were familiar with the market, we didn’t come in to try pick up the crumbs left by the bigger groups. We pinpointed a specific type of craft, the explorer vessel, and within a few years, we brought it into the spotlight by focusing on build quality and design. The very great majority of our clients is made up of expert owners, great sea lovers, what are often referred to as “mature owners”. We’ll be launching three craft this year: a 40m custom designed by Tommaso Spadolini, the MG129 which is the first explorer in the MG series designed by Francesco Paszkowski, and the first Flexplorer penned by Sergio Cutolo/Hydro Tec.

The large wheelhouse has vertical windows for improved visibility and an island console.

Top, the CdM’s team: from left, Vasco Buonpensiere with Ennio Cecchini (CEO) and Bruno Piantini General Director. Opposite, Audace underway

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[ TECHNOLOGY ]

A QUESTION OF BALANCE

Because they eliminate roll and make life aboard so much more pleasant, stabilisers have become something of a must even for smaller craft. Now Quick has developed the MC² range to steady everything from tenders to superyachts

by Fabio Petrone

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henever technology pushes a boundary and changes the

of a mass (flywheel) rotating at high speed, they induce

state-of-the-art of an object or system, it creates new

longitudinal precession in it, which creates transverse

standards that we quickly become used to, particularly if they

gyroscopic torque. This is then used to counteract the rolling

improve our quality of life. Once you have tried out certain

motion of the boat. It is all a bit technical but happily, most

things that make life easier, you simply never look back.

of us can just lie back and enjoy the near-miraculous effects:

This is a time when boats are changing rapidly thanks to

once gyroscopic stabilisers are activated, they will almost

digitalisation which is driving us in the direction of Yachting

completely stop the boat’s natural roll.

4.0. In recent years, stabilisation systems have radically

Just how far technology has evolved in this specific area

improved onboard comfort. Aside from the fin systems used

is underscored by the MC² Quick Gyro stabiliser range

more commonly on large and very large pleasure yachts,

developed by Quick Spa, which uses a rotation system for the

regular motoryachts tend to use gyroscopic systems. So how

rotating mass or fly wheel on a horizontal axis. Aside from

do these work? Technically, by angling the axis of rotation

reducing potential mechanical stresses, this also reduces

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One of the Quick stabiliser signatures is the flywheel which rotates on a horizontal axis and cools through natural heat dissipation. The MC² stabilisers are controlled from a remote soft-touch panel with graphic display that can also interface with a craft’s existing navigation electronics. They are also controlled from QNN – Quick Nautical

friction and thus heat generation. Any heat that is generated

systems too as they are realising that fishing is a whole other

can be dissipated naturally without any need for cooling

experience aboard a boat that sits quietly on the water. The

systems which would involve tubing, intakes and water pumps.

same applies to owners who want to spend time aboard with

This means that the Quick system is exceptionally efficient

friends and either chill out or party.

as well as very reliable, extremely compact, and easier on

Simple to install, engineered to be genuinely plug & play, the

power. The MC² Quick Gyro range of stabilisers is also ideal

MC² Quick Gyro stabilisers range starts off at the entry level

for lighter craft, such as day cruisers or limousine tenders,

X2 model for craft from 20’ upwards and goes all the way

regardless of their hull shape, construction material or type.

up to the X56 for boats of up to 250 tonnes. The X2 and

They are proving particularly successful for fly motoryachts.

X3 are 12V DC-powered units with dedicated battery packs

Because of the height of their centre of gravity, this kind of

which means there is no need for a generator. Also the X5,

craft is more inclined to rolling. Sport fisherman users are

X7 and X13 (which are normally AC) are available in 12V DC

also really catching on to the upside of the MC² Quick Gyro

versions. www.quickitaly.com

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[ CHASE BOAT ]

RIDING THE CREST OF THE WAVE A unique experience: luxury, well-being and comfort abound aboard the Ferretti 720, a sporty, dynamic-looking yacht with superbly designed quality furnishings and details

by Roberto Franzoni

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Stretching 22.3m in length and 5.6 in the beam, the Ferretti 720 is the product of a joint effort between Filippo Salvetti, who penned the exteriors, and the Ferretti Group which supplied the interiors and the engineering.

The exterior areas are wonderfully versatile: the forward sun pad converts to a sofa and with a hideaway coffee table creates the perfect dining area (page opposite). There is even a fold-down transom bench

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he result of a collaborative effort between the Ferretti

In the saloon on the main deck (above), the dining area

Group’s Product Strategy Committee and the Engineering

is slightly raised to guarantee visual continuity with the

Division, the 720 is the second Ferretti yacht with exteriors

sea. The full-width glass doors connected the saloon

by architect Filippo Salvetti and the aforementioned Group,

and cockpit (top right). The sleeping quarters are on the

while its interiors are the work of the in-house architects.

This 22.3m has warm, welcoming, versatile spaces both interior

lower deck with the 20 sqm master stateroom amidships (bottom right) taking up the full beam

and exterior. The bow area is very roomy and furnished as a lounge. The 30 sqm flybridge is made from carbon-fibre to reduce weight high up and lower the yacht’s centre of gravity.

It has a hard top - a choice of three versions is available: with a fixed glass window, integrated bimini or or adjustable louvers.

Salvetti has further visually lightened it by opening it up and making it as airy as the wings of a bi-plane.

comfort and well-being that is the signature of Ferretti’s entire

Large parallelepiped hull windows taper towards the bow

fleet. The large open plan area at deck level connects the

and mirror the yacht’s rake. This lightens the mass of the

living area with the dining area. The living area has two

freeboards and creates a black and white colour contrast that

large face-to-face sofas and gigantic windows that flood it

lends a real dynamic zing to the flanks.

with light and provide a genuine sense of contact with the

At first glance the 720 might look fairly straightforward but

sea in addition to great views. The dining area is up a step to

looks can be very deceptive… the stern for example, hides

provide visual continuity with the outside world. The sleeping

a bench set into the opening transom, while the hydraulic

quarters are below decks. The full-beam 20 sqm master suite is

swim platform, which is large enough to stow a 3.95m tender,

amidships with two guest two-berths further forward sharing

slides down to reveal sets of steps on both sides. An unusual,

a bathroom that also doubles as a day toilet. There is also a

convenient and spectacular touch.

classic VIP forward with its own bathroom complete with

The interiors too provide their own take on the concept of

separate shower. The master suite picks up on the textural and

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colour interplays seen on the main deck. Generally speaking, the style is a mix of different textures including the ribbing on the walls, the lines on the ceiling, the grid motif on the head rests and the angled lined motif in the saloon. All work very well and harmoniously together, however.

Owners have a choice of two decors. The features light and neutral elements, while the second has a darker colour palette.

One distinctive element is the saloon sideboard which in the lighter version is available in walnut with an angled grain motif but the dark version is polished ebony. The walls on both the main and lower decks are trimmed in an innovative nanotech material called Fenix which has been given a ribbed finish.

Fenix reflects very little light and so has an extremely opaque, matt finish. It is pleasantly tactile and very hard-wearing. The ribbed finish creates light and shade interplays as guests move into the saloon and all the way to the stairs to the cabins.

Meticulous attention was lavished on getting the lighting just right too. A combination of inset LEDs in the ceilings creates a soft, gentle ambience and this is offset with independent adjustable vertical spots for highlighting specific areas. The system allows the owner to choose the brightness and lighting effects on the main deck and all the areas on the lower one too.

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Giovanni Malgarini

The aerial image below shows the Ferretti 720 underway: it is powered by a couple of 1,200 hp Man V12s which unleash a top speed of 32 knots and a cruising one of 28.

Opposite, the cockpit (top) with outside stairs leading to the 31 sqm fly (below) which has a louvered hard top

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[ YOUNG TALENTS ]

BORN

FROM ART For Lorenzo Maria Taccagni, design should lie at the basis of every creative project, because the artistic expression between hand and mind must always come first. This is how the Madame Fu concept was born, where glass and metal are shaped in exactly the same way as a sculpture

by DĂŠsirĂŠe Sormani

Pictured here, one of the hand-drawn concepts from the portfolio of Lorenzo Taccagni (photo, top). The Milanese designer, born in 1992, graduated from the Fine Arts Academy of Brera and has Masters in Yacht Design from the Milan Polytechnic. Opposite page, the 52-metre megayacht Madame Fu, created for a hypothetical Japanese artist. It features a sculptural glass and metal superstructure

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or me a yacht shouldn’t just reflect the owner’s requirements, it

with spacious social areas aft, including a large beach area, and forward

should also be an expression of his or her personality, and this

with a swimming pool, solarium and conversation area. The owner’s

is the philosophy underpinning this project, made for a hypothetical

cabin features large side windows and a wide window forward, so the

Japanese sculptor who uses steel and glass in her works, placed in

interior is full of light. Lorenzo Maria Taccagni’s creative process always

opposition but creating a fusion that’s bursting with energy”. This is

begins with a sheet of paper. After leaving the art-based high school he

how Lorenzo Maria Taccagni presents his Madame Fu concept, so this

graduated from the Fine Arts Academy of Brera and gained a Masters

52-metre yacht’s main element is the central structure largely made of

in yacht design from the Milan Polytechnic in 2016. He also completed

glass, worked as if carved by the hand of the artist herself. It enables

an internship at the Galeazzi and Minotti naval architecture and design

light to flood the interiors, where the upper and main deck lounges

studio in Rome. “Design must lie at the basis of every creative project,

are linked by a visually coherent balcony. Aft of this central element is

whether it’s a yacht or an object, because the artistic expression between

welded, chromed aluminium structure forming a mesh (also a recurring

hand and mind must always come first. Imagination is a crucial element

theme in the owner’s work) that acts as a canopy for the main and upper

in all aspects of life and the search for new ideas is a constant that is

decks. The entire yacht is designed to be enjoyed mainly in the open air

present at every moment”.

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[ HELICOPTER ]

PUNCHES ABOVE ITS WEIGHT Powerful and more spacious than its competitors, the AW119Kx is a single-engine helicopter by Leonardo, a flying tender for medium to large yachts, with an impressive range of up to 990 kilometres

by Sergio Barlocchetti - ph. Courtesy by Leonardo

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The AW119Kx reaches a top speed of 265 kmh. Interior materials and layout can be personalised, here in the Club configuration with two facing rows of three seats. The helicopter features the Garmin G1000H avionics suite

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he AW119 Koala, introduced in 2000 and now in

ideal conditions - low weight, standard temperature and

the Kx version with Garmin G1000H avionics, is

optimum altitude – its range is 990 km, which means it

the Italian manufacturer’s single-engine design,

can take off from a mooring in Sardinia and land at all of

the latest model to be derived from the original A109. But

southern Europe’s main airports and the private helipads in

describing it as “small” would be an over-simplification. The

Tuscany, returning without having to refuel. Performance

undercarriage comprises robust skids and passengers sit on

with a power output of 1000 hp and unloaded weight

seats in rows of three, making full use of interior space and

of 1,430 kg is outstanding, and the AW119Kx can reach

offering almost a third more space than new and old rivals

landing points at a height of almost 6,000 metres, with on-

like the Eurocopter AS350, Bell 407 and MD600.

board oxygen for the occupants. The interiors are available

The Koala adapts well to the flying tender role, provided an

in a number of configurations and materials, typically with

open helipad with a space of at least 13 metres is available,

two rows of three seats in the club configuration, with the

enough room for the 13-metre fuselage and the 92.2 square

rows facing one another. The price reflects the performance,

metre footprint of the main rotor. It can also be used on

but while when new this aircraft comes in at more than 3

medium-size vessels if its maximum take-off weight is less

million dollars (or even almost 4 million when equipped

than 2,720 kg, so even when loaded it does not force yacht

with special systems) a used 2009 model with many flight

designers to resort to excessive measures to strengthen the

hours still ahead of it can be had for under 2 million. Of

deck structures. The engine is the now ubiquitous Pratt &

course, the new owner will probably want to update the on-

Whitney Canada PT6B-37A generating 747 KW of power,

board avionics or redo the interiors and livery, but the cost

around 1,000hp. Its lines are designed for speed, and in

will be amply offset by the Koala’s ability to retain its value.

fact this helicopter can reach just over 265 kmh, and under

www.leonardocompany.com

[ TENDER ]

LIKE THE WIND A high performance super tender and much more besides: the Pardo 38 is the product of sophisticated design development and is living proof that Made in Italy still has what it takes

by Fabio Petrone

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ardo Yachts, a brand belonging to the sailing specialist Cantiere del Pardo, chose to give the Pardo 38 its world premiere at the 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival.

This is the entry level model in a new range of motor superyacht yacht tenders that will also span the Pardo 43 and Pardo 50. All have a very clear luxury support vessel vibe but because they bring a little extra to the party in terms of styling as well as a

high standard, ultra-comfortable spec with cosy below deck spaces, they have quickly become objects of desire outside the mega and gigayacht owner brigade. These super tenders are proving equally popular with people who own regular beach houses and also others still who use them as fast commuters to nip quickly from one distant beach or cove to the next.

Like the rest of the range, the Pardo 38 comes from the drawing boards of Zuccheri Yacht Design which worked closely with Cantiere del Pardo’s own in-house design office. The 12m has a walkaround deck with a central steering position to ensure that all the deck, forward and aft, is available to guests (it is teak-trimmed as standard too). This is underscored by the adoption of a single-level deck plan with no steps which makes getting around even easier.

Although the Pardo 38 is very much a Mediterranean craft and excellent for swimming and sunbathing, it also offers protection in the form of a carbon-fibre T-Top with a light alloy structure. This was a technical choice to keep the hull’s centre of gravity low and thus limit roll. But it also provides shade which can be extended using an electric bimini that opens aftward.

Below deck, the standard layout includes a cabin with double berth and a bathroom.

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A very modern sporty open, the Pardo 38 has a gorgeously aggressive reverse bow, an instantly-recognisable side profile thanks to its high freeboards, and an airy carbon T-top

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[ TENDER ] Two further single berths aft can be ordered as optionals, creating an authentic aft guest cabin. The galley, on the other hand, reflects the arrangement aboard the Pardo 43 and 50, and is thus al fresco and integrated into the dining area on the aft deck. The dining area itself comprises two face-to-face benches and a fold-down table.

There is also a second al fresco chill-out area with a large sun pad on the foredeck. These features aside, however, owners have enormous scope to personalise everything from the woods and fabrics used both inside and out.

The Pardo 38 (which was recently named Powerboat of the Year at the Boot DĂźsseldorf) is enjoying great success too because of its many superb technical and functional features which are styling cues in the own right and ensure it reflects current tastes to perfection. The first of these is the instantly-recognisable reverse bow with its integrated hideaway anchor system, a piece of kit normally only seen on larger craft and which beautifully underscores its pure clean forms. Another is the freeboards, which are quite high to provide superior protection. Then, of course, we have the aforementioned hard top and its structure which, together with an angled frameless wraparound windshield, offers very efficient protection to both skipper and his or her companion.

Last but not least is the personalisation that Pardo Yacht guarantees all of its owners. The 38 can be ordered with either inboard-outboard or outboard propulsion with up to a maximum of 900 hp (3x 300 hp). Which translates into a very impressive

The open plan interiors include a large double berth area and

top speed of 50 knots!

bathroom. Two further single berths can be ordered under the

www.pardoyachts.com

cockpit to create a real second cabin too

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HONEY TOUCHES

It is their colours that give fire and heat to jewels and semi-precious stones like cornelian, smoky quartz and chalcedony – and those who wear them

by Beatrice Galbiati

The Rosa dei Venti rose jewel necklace with spessartite garnet, red spinel, multicoloured precious stones and diamonds by Giampiero Bodino can be transformed into a brooch

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1. Satinised yellow gold and emeralds for this ring with cabochon opal, Buccellati 2. Four yellow sapphire petals and one in diamond for these earrings from the Pisa Diamanti collection, Pisa Gioiellera 3. A necklace from Spallanzani with morganite drops and rose gold chain with diamonds 4. GoldFish is a Brooch/pendant in white diamonds, black sapphires and hand-engraved carnelian on white gold, by Luca Palmiero 5. The cabochon crystal hemisphere of the Dreamboule ring contains a world in miniature with central hanging diamond 6. Sabbadini’s timeless, iconic bee motif appears here in a speckled version in honey-coloured enamel, white gold and diamonds 7. Hand jewel in pink gold, diamonds and spessartite garnets, Dior

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Wings

of

Change

Forged from ethical steel that underscores a commitment to safeguarding the environment and species threatened with extinction like the eagles that inspired its name, the Chopard Alpine Eagle is sustainable luxury at its finest

by Diego Tamone

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orm is like a good suit that adds tone to substance. Substance, for its part, is the material that gives form its clout. Form and

substance complete each other. All good design is about balance and the right balance between form and substance is a guarantee of longevity. This is particularly true of the haute horlogerie world where every single timepiece is designed quite literally to survive for ever. In the watch industry, design and precision mechanics are the tangible expression of the rather abstract concepts of form and substance.

Never has this been more true than since the arrival of Chopard’s glorious Alpine Eagle, a model

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The Alpine Eagle has a COSC-certified automatic mechanical movement. Its grey brass dial is inspired by the iris of an eagle

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The gently tapered Alpine Eagle bracelet comprises a single ingot-shaped link topped by a raised central cap. Crafted from Lucent Steel A223, it contains 70 per cent recycled steel.

Sketch left, the crown with engraved windrose

that is revolutionary in its way because it has rather daringly lengthened the list of variables involved. It not only flanks razor-sharp styling with a sportily elegant approach and sophisticated COSC-certified manufacture self-winding movements. The materials used to make the Alpine Eagle are quite extraordinary too: Lucent Steel A223 and Fairmined gold. The former is an innovative alloy that is uniquely durable and harder than any other steels as well as extremely reflective. It also contains 70 per cent recycled steel. Fairmined gold, on the other hand, is traceable and certified as both environmentally and socially ethical. Form and substance combine in this new icon of sustainable luxury. www.chopard.com

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HEAD FOR THE HILLS Sitting atop the Sunset Strip in the West Hollywood Hills is 9272 Robin Drive, an entrepreneur’s utopia designed to blend the demands of modern family life with the luxury and prominence befitting the next generation of millionaires

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escribed as a masterpiece for the next generation of millionaires, this highly desirable property will undoubtedly

find itself on the wish list of many an aspirational entrepreneur or movie star.

Robin Drive’s close proximity to the iconic Sunset Strip and elevated position affords properties here some of the finest views in the world. An exquisite marvel of modern engineering and design, 9272 is a residence set over 16,000 square feet that positively screams success, exclusivity and status.

Modernist and dynamic, 9272 Robin Drive is

This hilltop oasis is entered through imposing

a sumptuous property that melds design and

gates, beyond which lies parking for a fleet of 10

architecture at their finest. Nestling amid lush

cars. You’ll need to cross the floating footbridge

greenery, it covers a massive 16,000 square feet

to make your way through the grand two-storey entranceway, where floor-to-ceiling glass walls retract and vanish to reveal uninterrupted panoramic views across downtown Los Angeles and the Pacific Ocean beyond.

As to be expected, the interior design is executed to the highest levels and careful consideration has been given to the creation of multiple social and intimate relaxing spaces, despite the design’s open plan nature.

9272 Robin Drive boasts an indulgent array of lifestyle amenities, from a cinema room, cigar room and wine cellar to an expansive wellness studio complete with fully equipped gym and golf simulator.

In the sumptuous master suite a wonderfully indulgent marble bath tub takes pride of place and again, while full height windows can be retracted to create a free-flowing dynamic between the interior and exterior spaces.

The focal point of the garden has to be the circular fire pit, which is encased by a curvaceous infinity pool. Benefitting from those same views out over the city to the sparkling ocean, this versatile spot is ideal for business blue-sky-thinking, a contemplative review of a movie script or cosy evenings under the stars with family and friends.

For anyone dreaming of Hollywood glamour and LA living, 9272 Robin Drive is the ultimate embodiment of tinsel town and is there for the taking. www.hiltonhyland.com 139

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The circular fire pit encased by the infinity pool looks out on to the LA skyline and the ocean beyond.

Floor-to-ceiling walls of glass retract and vanish, blurring the boundaries between interior and exterior to create a spectacular dialogue between nature and architecture

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THE SWAN GALAXY OF STARS The Nations Trophy is a real must-attend event for Swan one-design owners. And an opportunity to admire the different generations of Swan one-designs. Although this is the yard’s signature gentleman racing at its best, the competitors still compete win and fly the flag for their country

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Opening page, the ClubSwan 42 Class under the start gun.

Above, two ClubSwan 50s cross swords.

The modern forms of the hull designed by Juan Kuojoumdjian with reverse bow and sheer and retractable bowsprit have been pushed to further extremes in the brandnew ClubSwan 36 (page opposite) which sports a transverse sliding C-foil

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reated in 2017 to celebrate Nautor’s Swan’s superb one-designs

efficiently concentrate its weight. Also in there are low freeboards, a

through gentlemanly competition between nations, the Nations

wedge-shaped coachroof, a retractable boom, an open stern and

Trophy has already become a “must” date for owners’ diaries as the

twin carbon-fibre wheels. These now-historic Nautors were flanked at

presence of 41 beautiful Swans at the 2019 edition in Palma de Majorca

Palma by the Gen. 2.0 one designs, both designed by Juan Kuojoumdjian.

confirmed in no uncertain terms. Aside from the sporting aspect and the

The ClubSwan 50 splashed in 2016 to celebrate the yard’s 50th anniversary

glamour that characterises all Nautor events, not least the famous Rolex

and marked a turning point with full sections forward and a beamy

Swan Cup, the Nations Trophy also provides an opportunity to admire

transom, reduced freeboards, a reverse bow and sheer, a full carbon

the OD classes that have set the pace in the sailing world for almost 20

blade keel and twin rudders for maximum control at high speeds, in

years. Equally intriguingly, it provides a snapshot of their stylistic and

addition to a completely open cockpit. Aside from the hull, the boom

technological evolution over that time. Parading elegantly on the water

and fixed bowsprit are in full pre-preg carbon. The square top main sail

were the Swan 45s, the ClubSwan 42s and 50s in addition to the newly-

and large assymetrics mean she surfs along in all conditions but will also

minted 36: four generations of history-making one-designs that are also

quickly convert to an easy-going luxury weekend sailer complete with

testimony to the development of the legendary Finnish yard owned by

Poltrona Frau interiors. Even more extreme is the brand-new ClubSwan

Leonardo Ferragamo. Our story starts in 2001, the year German Frers

36, the yard’s first yacht to to sport C-foils. It melds the performance

penned the still incredibly modern-looking lines of the Swan 45 with

and effortlessness of a dinghy in buoy racing with the sea-keeping of an

a lot of wetted surface area aft, an obviously IMS-derived L-keel, low

offshore keel boat. A flush deck, chamfered bow and a hard-chined aft

freeboards and coachroof, and a fractional rig (15/16) with a powerful

sections to facilitate extended surfing with the gennaker (the bowsprit

mainsail and no bowsprit. Next came the ClubSwan 42 (ex NYYC 42) in

is long and retractable) are the standout features of the small boat with

2006, a fast yacht that married luxury and performance to a rare extent.

a big heart (11m) which has already captured the hearts of both owners

Also designed by Frers, the 13m features modern lines and a T-keel which

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