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t was back in 2015 when we officially presented the first issue of The One Yacht & Design at the Dubai International Boat Show.

A new yacht magazine...the nth? Aren’t there enough already? This was the kind of initial comment we heard at the stands in the show, populated by yard reps, designers and sector professionals. But when we demonstrated the project in detail, we soon began to hear Not bad, though... it’s good-looking, rich and elegant. Definitely different from the others. And the glossy mag we presented in Dubai was just the first stage of the project – it was soon followed by the www.theoneyd.com portal, updated every day with news from the sector and a digital version of all the articles, downloadable and distributable via email. The brand was also developed on the Linkedin, Facebook and Instagram social media platforms. This was followed by the development of a newsletter system drawing on our database, which continues to grow month by month. The QR codes in the magazine also provide access to videos of the yachts featured in the print edition. We lived through the stormy times of the lockdown, which blocked us from developing and staging events dedicated to on-board design, events that now, on our 10th anniversary, we are getting set to present. All this has been made possible with the contribution of the expert collaborators we’ve shared the project with over the past ten years. I offer my heartfelt thanks for their support and professionalism. Happy 10th to The One Yacht & Design ! Enjoy your reading!

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PINK FLUO ISSUE n° 37 - 2024

Cover Sanlorenzo SX100

COLUMNS 9

Editorial

Five Questions to...

Matteo Magni, President of Sacs Tecnorib 16

Design District: Angelo Battista, Sales Director Sunbrella Italy

Against the Wind

Work in Progress

Green Horizons

Yacht Decor

Events

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Tender

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The Watch

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Jewels

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Real Estate

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THE YACHTING WORLD 50

Cover Story: Sanlorenzo SX100

Fly: The Problem of Being Number One

The Car: Elettro Shock

Creative Minds: Azimut Yachts

Creative Minds: Amer Yachts

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Pesa II

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Art on board: The Genius of Female Brushstrokes

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Megayacht: Next Group Maiora Exuma 35

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Trend Setter: Pulina Exclusive Interiors

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Megayacht: Ferretti Yachts Infynito 90

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Mise en Place: A Successful Contrast

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Megayacht: Conrad 44.5 metre Ace

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Trends: Remote but connected

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Chase Boat: Sculpted Beauty

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[ FIVE QUESTIONS TO... ]

MATTEO MAGNI PRESIDENT OF SACS TECNORIB by Paola Bertelli

As a go-to player in the sector, how do you see the 2024 market and the near future for the RIB and maxi-RIB market? Over time, with consistency and practical effort, we’ve given a big boost to the maxi-RIB sector. We’ve managed to create and maintain a high-end, distinctive positioning that has enabled us to carve out a high-profile role. The maxi-RIB sector still has a lot to say. There are two engines driving its growth – having a clear focus on controlling the geographical areas and key markets for this type of craft and looking towards the performance chase boat sector, which is a niche that’s producing some interesting results. That’s why we’re confident and ready to take on the new challenges presented by the market. When will the expansion of your production site in Roncello be complete? The expansion was a necessary part of the group’s development, enabling us to take another step forward, from construction to quality control. The 8,000 square metres of the new facility are dedicated to boats 45 feet long and over. The facility will be fully operational this spring. At Düsseldorf we saw the new PIRELLI X350 and X400 jet tenders. What are their strong points? These new tenders launch the gamma X line, which will complement the J Line. They have a revamped layout to enhance comfort, functionality and versatility, provided

by a series of features and accessories. A huge range of personalisation options, from the tubes to seating fabric, gives a touch of uniqueness and highlights the style. As well as standing out for their size – 3.5 metres for the X350 and 4 metres for the X400 – they are notable for the number of seats and ability to adapt to the garage on a large number of yachts. What will we be seeing from the collaboration with the German tuner Mansory? Creating synergies and initiating this type of collaboration is in our DNA. We’ve done a lot of limited editions with prestigious partners. We have several points of affinity with Mansory – an orientation towards the client and a desire to fulfil demands, even if they’re pretty extravagant, and an ambition to make unique, exclusive objects. The partnership will inspire a limited series of PIRELLI 42s that we’ll present at Dubai in late February 2024. What do you envisage as a sustainable approach for your sector and how are you moving in this direction? Sustainability is a central theme we’re devoting constant and growing attention to. It involves in-house process, supplies and manufactoring process, and the new site has been developed and built to the highest standards. It’s also a key theme in the development of existing products and new lines that we’re devoting a lot of thought to. It’s an asset and a heritage for the company, not just an obligation and an ethical commitment.

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[ DESIGN DISTRICT ] ANGELO BATTISTA SALES DIRECTOR SUNBRELLA ITALY by Veronica Lempi

For over fifty years Sunbrella has been offering high-performance furnishing and marine fabrics with distinctive looks, durability, comfort and outstanding technical performance. The new Sunbrella Marine 2024/2027 collection celebrates nature through its designs and production processes with a collection featuring almost 200 items.

What are the most important characteristics of Sunbrella Marine collection 2024/2027? With our new collection we sought to continue along the path taken by the brand several years ago, expressed through a closeness to nature – for us it’s a source of inspiration in fabric design, but this approach also involves production processes with a lower impact and technical performance that provides comfort and durability. Our designers draw inspiration from nature to create almost 200 items that celebrate its colours. The aim is to redefine the sensations of sailing. As a result the main themes are high technical performance, aesthetics, personalisation and sustainability. What are the trends influencing marine fabrics? Reliability and personalisation. Clients want long-lasting products that provide enduring comfort and can withstand the stress of outdoor conditions. Our fabrics respond to these requirements. Opportunities for personalisation are a great plus offered by Sunbrella – different ranges in our collection can be combined, enabling the use of a variety of textile elements on board a yacht to reflect stylistic needs. Our fabrics are designed to fulfil specific requirements and clad seating, cushions, biminis and sunshades, as well as providing the ideal solution protective covers. What area does Sunbrella devote most of its research to? Our experience in cutting-edge research and development enables us to create a constant stream of new solutions that combine technical performance and aesthetic quality. Take Horizon, our first synthetic leather range – as well as having a very elegant look it is resistant to mould, stains, bacteria, extreme temperatures and fading as well as offering outstanding shape retention. Knit Loop on the other hand is an incredibly soft, flexible knitted fabric whose 3D texture gives it impeccable fit and enables it to be adapted to all shapes, which means fewer seams and less stitching. Which innovation is Sunbrella most proud of? In 2023 we presented the Endless Stories collection, soon also to be available in the Marine collection. It’s based on the experience we’ve gained over the past ten years in the production of recycled fabrics. These fabrics contain 50% solution-dyed recycled fabric obtained directly from production plants. They are then mixed with virgin Sunbrella yarns to ensure quality. The result is a fabric with vintage charm, rich colour, soft feel and excellent presentation. In the context of fabrics for on-board protection, we’re very proud to have made Seamark available on the European market. Seamark is a must-have product for protection in extreme weather conditions. It provides total protection against heavy rain, sunlight and other natural hazards. These days durability is the hallmark of companies. How much does it count for you? Our fabrics are solution dyed, which means that the pigments penetrate the fibres when the acrylic is still in a liquid state. As a result our yarns boast colour with exceptional hold, resistance and durability. Solution-dyed fibres are dyed throughout, making them resistant to the passage of time, UV rays and fading even after prolonged exposure to sunlight, salt water and chlorine. They are not subject to rot, discolouration or ageing. As they do not have to be replaced as often as traditional fabrics our fabrics generate less waste. Producing Sunbrella fabrics demands less electrical energy, fewer chemicals and less water (up to five times less than with traditional dyeing processes). This is how we protect the future – by taking action now.

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[ AGAINST THE WIND ]

NUCLEAR POWER: FEAR AND AN OUTDATED LEGACY

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

or quite some time now I have been researching the cleanest, most efficient propulsion for our designs. I have spent the little free time I have seeking out alternatives to the old-fashioned, expensive mineral oil. I have moved from vegetable oils to gas and hydrogen, which I abandoned in 2017, to studying non-polluting natural resources like the sun, wind and wave power. But nothing has convinced me or helped slake the thirst for energy a yacht will have as part of its normal life. I was already frustrated by failure and nights spent reading and pretty much ready to fall back on the costly but ever-reliable Diesel when I read a very interesting article on batteries made using nuclear principles. I struggled to be positive about this subject as I have taken an anti-nuclear stance for many years. However, after some further investigation I have to admit my ignorance became clear. I attended a session on the subject at the Superyacht Forum in Amsterdam and I was very impressed.

Further research is beginning to emerge and I think I will remain fascinated in the coming years by the subject. The only downside is general ignorance about a complex and highly politicised area and the bureaucratic difficulties that will surely be encountered. There aren’t, for instance, any ports in the Mediterranean that can take “regular” nuclear-powered boats. Lürssen, the Bermuda flag and RINA presented some information on the subject and its future application in the yachting world, at the Amsterdam event. However, there were very few attendees but I did hear a lot of sceptical comments from people who hadn’t been there. So, I am now wondering whether our nautical sector is ready for this new technology or will we, as usual, sit back and wait for others to do the work, for it to become less controversial before investing resources and technical prowess in this incredible and little-known source of power?

Will these words simply hurled against the wind as always?

[ 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 by Mary Hegarty and Désirée Sormani

outique Italian yard Tankoa is building a new 56m custom superyacht for a genuinely creative American client. The amazingly skilled Alberto Mancini took his inspiration for the new Tankoa T560 Apache from his T760 Apache design. In fact, both he and the yard relished the chance to fit 76 metres of innovation into a more compact package whilst retaining similarly sleek, elegant proportions and volumes normally found on 1,000 GT-plus yachts. They pulled off this coup by cleverly maximizing the interior volumes, resulting in a charming beach-style retreat. Mancini also freed up the upper deck by shifting the main helm, allowing the 50 sqm master suite take pride of place forward. It also, by the way, offers a massive private terrace complete with 5.5m flying pool and an en plein air lounge area with a fire pit. Further aft, the upper saloon leads out to a large upper aft terrace with al fresco dining for 12. On the deck below that, communal guest areas are beach-chic casual with a comfortable aft saloon and a convertible forward dining area. The five guest suites, a full-beam VIP and four luxe two-berths, lie forward on the main deck – a genuine rarity in this size category. www.tankoa.it

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THE ITALIAN SEA GROUP_THREE NEW DESIGNS

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Italian

Sea

Group’s

Centro Stile revealed three

futuristic new designs. The first of these beauties is the uniquelooking Admiral Explorer 50m Adventure (below) which has a fully customisable aft deck area with a panoramic pool and folding wings for extra space in addition to cantilevered hull windows in its VIP forward and a glass-bottomed owner’s pool. The Tecnomar Cat 133 FT (center) glides in cleverly under 499 GT. Even better, it takes the visionary This is it design and runs with it to offer over 300 sqm of exterior space, an astonishing feature for a 40m, plus a 16m-wide swim platform thanks to wings and side doors. Lastly, the Tecnomar 155 FT project (top) is a continuation of the very successful TecnomarEVO line, clothed in captivatingly flowing

lines

again

with

innovative beach area that delivers fantastic indoor-outdoor liveability.

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BENETTI YACHTS_PROJECT ORO

[ WIP ]

he legendary Italian yard Benetti celebrated its 150th

Zannier’s focus, on the other hand, was on creating a spark

anniversary at the Monaco Yacht show by presenting

between contemporary surfaces and classic details, resulting

the interiors of the spectacular 85m Project Oro. The yacht’s

in a deft, jewel-like beauty. Fluidity of shape and a powerful

exteriors and layout bear the distinctive stamp of Giorgio

connection between indoors and outdoors overlap. Natural

Cassetta but the interiors Valentina Zannier’s first commission

materials abound too and a warm, subtle colour palette lends

for Benetti. Cassetta’s exterior styling delivers an inimitable

a sense of authenticity that mirrors a sophisticated take on

purity that also has a wonderful three-dimensionality and

ancestral shapes and motifs of great purity.

character, resulting in an imposing yet graceful stance.

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HYDRO TEC_48M SAGASU

[ WIP ]

he Japanese term Sagasu means to search for something

robust and the contemporary, with a sophisticated dynamic

desired and needed, mirroring the philosophy of

vibe. Flush hull windows create a suspended glass-wrapped

exploration and discovery at the heart of this lovely design.

central island, a stunning touch. Four layouts are on offer with

The 48m has everything it takes to be an explorer with all

an array of customisation options. The owner’s area includes

the functionalities and volumes of a larger craft wrapped in

a chaise long balcony and 70 sqm terrace as well as floor to

captivating, intriguing flowing lines. The yacht is the result of

ceiling windows. Privacy is a priority also with expansive deck

Hydro Tec’s collaboration with its new strategic APAC partner,

areas forward and aft as well as a beach club.

Iseo Yachting. Sagasu’s exterior lines are a classic blend of the

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COLUMBUS YACHT_65M ATLANTIQUE

[ WIP ]

olumbus Yachts’ Atlantique range has a gorgeous new

Terrace offers an infinity pool on a deck that is neither the

65m flagship. Clothed in harmonious exterior lines with

main deck nor the aft swim platform. Forward on the main

a sinuous beauty to them and bridges so beautifully balanced

deck is the semi-duplex master suite with an office, walk-in

that they seem to float, this is milestone instant classic model

closet, main room, a bathroom and raised saloon. There are

from Enrico Lumini and the Hot Lab Team. Their aim was to

also four VIP staterooms on the lower deck and a fifth VIP

create the same clean elegance as a 50s sports car or sailboat.

cabin on the upper deck. Twin 1500 kW MTU V12s promise

Sublime lines yield polished, pared-back surfaces from stem

17.5 knots at full throttle or 14 at cruising speed or a range of

to stern and beautifully balanced voids and solids. The Pool

5,500 miles at 11. columbusyachts.it

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LANGAN DESIGN PARTNERS_PROJECT OUZEL

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urrently under construction at Rockport Marine

at the request of her highly expert owners. Project Ouzel

in New England, the home of fine American yacht

was designed entirely to the owner’s brief with a classic

building, Project Ouzel is clever 95-foot (29m) take on a

sheerline, low-slung deckhouse and ample overhangs paired

pilothouse cutter with Langan Design Partners-styled lines

with a performance-centred rig, Park Avenue boom, a 3.65m

that effortlessly blend classic with contemporary. Sporting a

modern keel and high aspect rudder. The layout is simple and

cold-moulded wood construction with a carbon mid-section,

functional with brightly painted upper panels complemented

this beauty pulls off the same feat in her Mark Whiteley

by sumptuous mahogany cabinetry.

interiors which have been penned for far-flung adventuring

She is to be delivered in 2025. mcmnewport.com

NUMARINE_30XP

[ WIP ]

he 30XP is Numarine’s first diesel-electric yacht, slotting

al fresco dining on both the aft and covered sun deck. The semi-

neatly between the 26XP and the 32XP. Five of this 20th

open beach club in the stern has generous headroom thanks to

anniversary model have already sold with the first due to splash

the deck above being raised, creating a fabulous lounging area

this year. The new beauty will have cosy yet pared-back Scandi

just three steps over main deck level. Three fold-down platforms

chic interiors designed, once again, by Can Yalman who also

boost the beach club deck space to 43 sqm too, while the side-

styled the raised pilothouse exterior. In addition to the standard

loading tender bay can take a tender of up to 6.25m. Up to 10

interiors, there will also be a second version from Istanbul-

guests can be accommodated in five staterooms.

based Ofist Design Studio. The adaptable layout includes ample

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[ GREEN HORIZONS ]

NEWS AND PROJECTS FOR A CLEANER, organisations are doing to build a better MORE SUSTAINABLE WORLD What international businesses and

carbon-neutral future

by Désirée Sormani

THE HYDROGEN ERA WILL START IN ITALY The world’s first hydrogen refuelling station is coming to Venice this summer. Thanks to NatPower H in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects

enice is to get the world’s first green hydrogen refuelling infrastructure for

pleasure craft by this summer. The project is backed by NatPower H, a NatPower group member, which aims to fit out 25 Italian marinas and ports with sustainable Zaha Hadid Architects-designed stations. The 100 million euro project should see 100 refuelling stations installed by the

end of the decade and the model exported

wil be design and build respecting the cultural heritage of each place. Utilizing cutting-edge

beyond the Med. “On the back of a

techniques in robotic material placement, the stations are fully recyclable

renewable project pipeline that already exceeds 23 GW, we decided to create

use of hydrogen as an energy carrier through

and Feadship), but to drive its adoption

NatPower H – the first global operator for

fuel cells and electric motors is proving to be

internationally, NatPower H has signed up as

the production, storage and distribution

one of the most promising options, offering

technical sponsor to Bluegame for the 2024

of green hydrogen – to build the world’s

excellent performance while respecting the

America’s Cup. In an innovative agreement,

first hydrogen refueling infrastructure

environment.”

hydrogen-powered chase boats will be

for recreational boating,” stated Fabrizio

NatPower H’s ambition is to create sustainable

delivered to both the New York Club American

Zago, Group CEO NatPower. “We believe

energy hubs in the leading Italian marinas

Magic (US) and the Orient Express (FR)

hydrogen to be one of the most efficient

and lay the groundwork for the development

teams. A show of force by NatPower H and key

solutions capable of driving the energy

and use of hydrogen-powered vessels. A

international boating figures such as Baglietto,

transition of the entire recreational boating

slew of international yards are already

demonstrating that hydrogen is a viable option

and yachting industry. Specifically, the

looking to hydrogen (Sanlorenzo, Baglietto

for the growing sustainable yachting market. 33

[ GREEN HORIZONS ] SUSTAINABILITY: THE WIDER BYWORD The first WiderCat 92 has splashed at the yard’s cutting-edge headquarters in Fano. Designed by Luca Dini Design in partnership with Wider’s Centro Stile, the WiderCat 92 offers seamless outdoorindoor integration plus pioneering tech and innovation with captivating results. Its innovative design sets it head and shoulders above its peers as does its fabulously edgy combination of hybrid technology and solar. It sports twin 500kW electric motors coupled with thrusters and two 349kW variable speed generators. However, 30 LiFePO4 (Lithium-Iron Phosphate) batteries managed by a state-of-the-art Battery Management System are pivotal as they facilitate smart charge balancing through continuous operating parameter monitoring. The generators operate at

minimum consumption, yielding ZEM

use. The production facilities at Wider’s

(Zero Emission Mode) cruising with a

high tech yard, nestled between Fano’s old

27-nautical-mile range at 6 knots in absolute

port and tourist marina, are already partly

silence or 14 hours of battery-only power

up and running. Building on the offices will

at anchor. But that’s far from the end of the

be completed by the end of next year – the

story: 150 m2 of solar panels make the 92

roof will be covered entirely with solar

energy self-sufficient at anchor, with excess

panels, another sign of Wider’s dedication

energy stored in the batteries for night-time

to corporate sustainability.

GREEN PLAUDITS FOR FERRETTI GROUP

he Ferretti Group’s green journey is

Group Superyachts Division, Weichai

impressive performance and range

producing its first plaudits. CRN’s

Power Science & Technology Division and

figures. The Ferretti Group hosted the

Sustainable Powered Yacht (SuP-Y)

Rina Services Spa, won the “Supply Chain

world premiere of the Riva El-Iso at

project, a joint effort between the Ferretti

Collaboration - Superyachts” category at the

the recent Düsseldorf Boot. This is the

prestigious 2023 Boat Builder Awards in

first Riva model aimed at the E-Luxury

November.

segment and sports a full-electric motor

This was a resounding acknowledgement

plus a high density lithium ion battery

of CRN’s commitment to pushing

pack. It is also the first full electric

the boundaries in terms of maritime

runabout of its size (just under nine

sustainability as well as in adopting

metres) to be certified by RINA.

sustainable energy sources on its yachts. In this particular instance, sustainable architecture will allow the installation of an innovative green methanol fuel cell system on CRN superyachts. Two architectures were developed for two CRN naval platforms, both using a green methanolfed PEM Fuel Cell as an alternative energy source, optimised, of course, to guarantee 34

BMW AND TYDE PRESENT THE ICON he Icon by BMW and TYDE is the new

kWh delivered by six batteries from the

Thanks to its innovative drive and foiling

frontier in sustainable mobility on the

BMW i3 to a 50nm-plus range (100 km)

technology, the ICON delivers virtually

water, brilliantly redefining the relationship

at 24 knots (45 km/h). The Icon also hits

silent, vibration-free cruising with no jolting

between an electrically powered

a maximum speed of 30 knots (55 km/h).

or wave impacts.

watercraft’s dimensions, top speed and range. This huge leap forward was made possible by adopting hydrofoils which have proved a game-changing innovation in racing yachts, slashing energy requirements by up to 80 percent compared to a conventional hull. In foiling, wings below the water level support the craft while the hull floats above the water surface, to deliver a much more comfortable ride and, crucially, faster speeds. Two 100 kW electric motors translate 240

GULF CRAFT EXPLORES HYDROGEN

ulf Craft has announced it is exploring hydrogen technology for its superyacht fleet. In partnership with H2-Enterprises it is working on a zero-emissions Majesty

yacht, which may be powered by an innovative LOHC (Liquid Organic, Hydrogen Carrier) energy system. H2-Enterprises has been developing this technology for the last 13 years and it is now at a point where it could power a superyacht. Gulf Craft Chairman, Mohammed Hussein Alshaali commented: “Exploring the technology and potential partnership with H2-Enterprises, who are a pioneering force in the Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Sector, allows us to lead in a new era of emissions-free luxury, where opulence and sustainability intertwine seamlessly”.

RINA JOINS NEW SEAINDEX INITIATIVE

lobally renowned European classification and certification authority RINA has become a corporate member of the Superyacht Eco Association (SEA Index), a

consumer-oriented non-profit organisation advocating for greater transparency and energy-efficiency in the superyacht industry. The pioneering SEA Index, launched in 2020 and cofounded by the Yacht Club de Monaco, provides yacht owners with impartial third party-verified tools to evaluate the environmental impact of superyachts. This collaboration with RINA marks a turning point in its work to ensure greater environmental responsibility in the sector. RINA and the Superyacht Eco Association are also teaming up to develop an addition and essential SEA Index tool segment that will focus on fuel consumption analysis of for yachts of over 500 gross tons (GT) and 25 metres. 35

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Trends and new products to keep a lookout for, enhancing what have become the most enjoyable moments of the day – those experienced in the open air by Veronica Lempi

urves, reflections and shading interweave in a play of the present and memories of distant places and moments inspiring authentic emotions. That’s what we

seek in the furnishings selected to give character to our nests. We want to personalise them more and more, to create a feeling of being protected and far removed from uncertainty, but flexible, because you can adapt them to different uses and purposes. The colour palette is defined by intense earthy tones or cold nuances accompanied by soft, inviting hues, creating a contemporary living experience that recalls exotic lands where we feel at ease. Great attention, of course, is paid to materials, which must be of high quality and suggest good sustainable practice. Working and decorations are welcomed, enhancing the “One Thousand and One Nights” effect.

Top, left Designed by Gupica for Visionnaire, the Lucente table lamp plays with reflections of light. Elegance in a “gem” format. . Left, Very Wood introduce the Sisters chairs, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni: a family of honest, extremely comfortable club chairs. Right, Due Più, Nanda Vigo for Acerbis Design. A chair with steel frame and leather recovered from food industry waste.

On left-hand page beside the title Signal X by Apparatus Design Studio, in matt silver and glass. It is reminiscent of a satellite emitting concentric light signals. Like clouds. Cloud by Atelier Franck Genser is Made in France: the hand-blown glass creates extreme lightness.

A re-edition of Romby, Porro, design by GamFratesi, seems to blossom. A change of

A convivial personality. The Lito Round table designed by Fabio Fantolino for Nube emphasises the diners’ comfort – a symbol of enjoyable social.

garments generating warmth and functionality.

Plays of relief. The pleats on the freestanding washbasin Plissè (design Paolo Ulian) for antoniolupi, creates a feeling of lightness.

Sartorial quality. The Ratio bed by Etro Home Interiors features

Available in Flumood resin.

welcoming upholstery and elegant decorative stitching.

THE ONE ’S CHOICE

The new products from VISIONNAIRE express a world of softness. The new Bomber sofa by Alessandro La Spada and the Shibari armchair designed by Studiopepe are examples of this (on show with “L’Impero dei Sensi” at the Wunderkammer Visionnaire). Bomber, with soft, tubular volumes, is an invitation to relaxation and recalls the fashion world with contemporary, sophisticated curved shapes. The Shibari chair designed by Studiopepe for Visionnaire has arms in stretch fabric or leather and recycled wool upholstery – a complement that celebrates the innumerable symbolic meanings - some sacred – related to the knot in history, including immortality, divination and faithfulness.

Everything that bears the CANTORI name is an artisanal product, a value that the company has embodied since 1967. It features a minimal elegance expressed through clean lines, rich details and high-quality details. Photo, an example of a dining space furnished with the Milton table characterised by a glass top and double steel leg, The four padded chairs from the ‘Oasi’ line are made recognisable by the motif at the base of the back featured throughout the range and also appears in the shaped doors of the sideboard in the background (also Oasi). The set is completed by the half-moon mirror Circe, the Luna hanging lamp and Karina chair.

YD 1.

Codes from nature. The hand-tufted Feather carpet by Kasthall is in pure wool and linen. The serrated fringe recalls plumage.

Carry me away. The Mini Green-A by Kartell, design by Ferruccio Laviani, reinvents the table lamp. It is portable and battery. Elegant, minimalist rituals. Aged brass and ceramic censer with porcelain dome by Apparatus Design Studio.

The Cristaline coffee tables by Fiam Italia, design by Marcel Wanders, are also available with inlaid top in an Oriental style.

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[ CROSSROADS ]

ESIGN IS THE OBJECTIVE by Désirée Sormani - ph. courtesy by Studio Coronel

he town of Pietrasanta, Tuscany, hosted an intense design weekend last autumn, with a series of exhibitions, encounters and events, including some sporting clashes. Architects, designers and furnishing companies came together in the artistic heart of Versilia, a magical region that is a benchmark for art and design and an increasingly important meeting place for encounters

between artists and sculptors from all over the world. This year in its second edition, the Design Week End in Versilia is a format created by Studio Coronel in collaboration with the local authorities of Pietrasanta under the patronage of ADI, the Association for Industrial Design, and the Order of Architects of Lucca. It brings together the best of the experiences of the Milan Design Week, and found first in Courmayeur, where the third edition of the event has just ended, then in Pietrasanta the perfect settings for a highly productive spread and exchange of ideas.

The long weekend in Pietrasanta featured a packed programme of events on the subject of design, architecture, sport and networking, with talks, exhibitions and even a regatta and volleyball match. All in all these events provided a showcase for the most important design studios and the best design brands, enabling them to share ideas and projects. The theme chosen for the occasion by Paola

Pietrasanta, in the artistic heart of the Versilia region, hosted a series of exhibitions and events during the second Design Weekend to showcase new ideas. Among the talks, a round table organised by The ONE Yacht and Design to generate synergies between the yacht and furnishing worlds

Photo above, some moments of the round table organised by The ONE Yacht & Design. From right Federico, Rossi, CEO of Rossinavi, Désirée Sormani,

The ONE Yacht & Design Managing Director, Vincenzo Poerio, CEO of Tankoa Yachts and Fabio Ermetto, CCO of Baglietto (also opposite page, ceter). Top, left, Valentina Gandini, CEO of Mylius. To side, Andrea Citterio, CEO of Penta/ Arredoluce/Castaldi. Opposite page Stefania Ferrari, Digital & Marketing manager of Driade & FontanaArte and Leonardo Allasia, global marketing and communications director for Poltrona Frau

Coronel, the event’s founder and art director, was “The Propagation of Ideas”. It was also an interesting starting point for the round table organized by The ONE Yacht and Design - the Pietrasanta event marked the consolidation of a fruitful collaboration creating synergies between the worlds of yacht building and design. “Planing ideas, displacement ideas – the physics of creativity”. This was the subject of a panel where the experiences of the furnishing world were interwoven with those of the Italian yacht-building industry. These two worlds have initiated an increasingly important dialogue in this energy-fuelled setting, sharing the pleasure of living in comfort and style. The round table saw the participation of Vincenzo Poerio, CEO of Tankoa Yachts, Federico Rossi, CEO of Rossi Navi, Valentina Gandini, CEO of Mylius Yacht and Fabio Ermetto, CCO of Baglietto. Their contributions provided fascinating insights for the large contingent of designers in the room, including Leonardo Allasia, global marketing & communication director of Poltrona Frau, Stefania Ferrari, Digital & Marketing Manager of Driade & FontanaArte and Andrea Citterio, CEO of Penta/Arredoluce/Castaldi. These guests presented experiences and corporate stories that have had a significant effect on the yacht and furnishing worlds.

[ CROSSROADS ]

“Yachts are chosen for their external lines and loved for their interior spaces, which increasingly resemble those of a terrestrial residence”, says Federico Rossi, “These days people are seeking ever more exciting experiences on board yachts”. “Interiors and exteriors used to be distinct, but now the aim now is to create large, continuous spaces”, says Vincenzo Poerio. “Yachts are increasingly ‘open’, creating a seamless space comprising interior and exterior, a typical feature of the way space is used in architecture. They are unique works created by design teams that involve a close collaboration between architects and engineers”. Mylius has worked for some time with the Parisotto Formento studio, which designs the interiors of its yachts, and Valentina Gandini described the importance of architecture, connections and materials. “In sail yachts it’s crucial to choose lightweight materials that provide performance. For us yachts are a sort of loft within a carbon fibre container. Fabio Ermetto spoke about “long seller” projects and products, saying “Baglietto has always created timeless, distinctive craft with a modern, not extreme design. We recently delivered a yacht that’s just the latest example of a model type that was first built 18 years ago and is still being produced”.

The Design Weekend brings together the best of the Milan Design Week experiences. It involves the most important design studios and brands. For

These images show the

them, Pietrasanta and

Sant’Agostino complex in

Courmayeur for the winter edition provide ideal settings for a productive

exhibition held in the Pietrasanta. The church, the halls and the open-air spaces were the event’s beating heart. In the cloisters, a collective

sharing of ideas and

exhibition entitled “Ideas

creating synergies

several design studios

Afloat” with the work of invited to the event. Left and top, a detail of the artistic Dixpari lamps. Opposite page, the Carlo Ratti studio team, winners of the first sailingCAD: the trophy, a “Memphis”-style reinterpretation of the famous America’s Cup, was specially made by Venini from a sketch by Paola Coronel

[ CROSSROADS ]

Above and to side, the “Brilliant Ideas” exhibition by Giulio Cappellini, architect and Compasso d’Oro career award, held in the magnificent setting of the church of Sant’Agostino with products that are cult examples of Italian and international design. Right, the Invisible City exhibition by Veronica Gaido

The theme of the durability of a product is closely linked to sustainability, also of great interest to the furnishing industry. Green, long seller products were also discussed by Leonardo Allasia of Poltrona Frau, a company founded more than a hundred years ago that has created various design icons that are still in production and that has strong liaison with the yachting industry. Stefania Ferrari, Digital & Marketing Manager of Driade & FontanaArte, brought the experience of one of Italy’s most eclectic brands and Andrea Citterio, CEO of Penta/Arredoluce/Castaldi concluded with his point of view linked to the economy, analysing the entire lifecycle of a successful idea. All these contributions held the audience’s attention and resulted in the formation of new relationships. The third edition of the winter event in Courmayeur is just over (from 1st to 4th February 2024), “And who knows?”, says Paola Coronel, the driving spirit of the event, “Next year we may see a third stage in a location that for now remains top secret”.

[ COVER STORY ]

Fluid spaces, refined exteriors and interiors, contemporary style for the new 30.53 metre by Sanlorenzo. The exteriors are by Zuccon International Project with interiors by Lissoni & Partners by Paola Bertelli - ph. by Guillaume Plisson (exterior) and Federico Cedrone (interior)

roportions, connections, spaces, lifestyles – with the SX100,

Bow high over the sea,

Sanlorenzo rethinks these concepts and surprises with a 30.53 metre

dynamic, masculine

yacht featuring three interior saloons and a master cabin on the

superstructure with

forward main deck. These are fluid spaces that are interconnected

reverse windscreens for

horizontally and vertically, designed to respond to various

this 30.53 metre build by

requirements of owners and guests at various times of day. Made by Sanlorenzo in

Sanlorenzo. Opening, the

collaboration with Zuccon International Project, which handled the exterior design,

main deck saloon with

the first example has custom interiors designed by Lissoni & Partners (Piero Lissoni

full-height windows. The

is also Sanlorenzo’s art director).

sofa is by Knoll, to the

The high bow, muscular superstructure and reverse windscreens help create an

side the Lounge Chair

impression of powerful dynamism, enhanced by a hull profile that drops towards the

stern, the site of the two arches that are the distinctive features of the SX line. Inside

and Ray Eames in the

the yacht is a selection of refined elements with a pronounced contemporary look and

1950s and now made

surfaces in wood, mirrors, glass and metal appear throughout the yacht’s three decks.

by Vitra. Right, the stairs

The striking element in the three interior saloons is their integration with the exterior

leading to the upper deck,

lounges – the beach area, the main deck cockpit, the sunbathing and relaxation area

concealed by sliding

also on the main deck and aft terrace on the upper deck. The heart of the project is

wood panels

the day area on the aft lower deck. Sanlorenzo has created a sea-level saloon, unusual on a yacht of this size. The space, enclosed to the sides by long windows, is to all intents and purposes an interior, so no watertight door separates it from the rest of the spaces, with the huge advantage that once the sliding window aft has been opened and the side terraces are open to the sea it is only a few centimetres from the water and can be enjoyed in symbiosis with the beach area. An interior staircase in the form of a metal band that is a pure architectural element links it to the main deck, creating a single magnificent day area on two levels. A second interior staircase, concealed by sliding panels that also hide storage areas, links the main and upper decks. In the main deck saloon the two sofas backing on to the windows leave the central area free. This integrates with the large cockpit, where a large oval sofa with centre backrest faces aft and towards the sea (the glass balustrade creates the infinity effect) and towards the saloon. The upper deck hosts the sleek, open helm station, and the saloon/dining has been designed to be experienced in an “in or out” configuration. When the hard top and aft doors have been opened and the long side windows lowered, the confines between exterior and interior become less distinct and the saloon and terrace become more similar to a sun deck than an upper deck, an impression enhanced by the similar teak finishes in the two spaces. The lower deck hosts the kitchen and sleeping area with three guest cabins with direct access to the lounge and beach area aft. The owner’s cabin is on the forward main deck. The long window forward and the side windows allow light to flood the interior and be reflected by the metal-trimmed glass bulkheads of the walk-in wardrobe and bathroom. A door provides direct access to the sun lounge forward. The five crew move around on separate walkways from the guests. As we are now used to seeing from Sanlorenzo, the SX100 is a highly customisable yacht in its layouts and interior décor. Lissoni has proposed a configuration that emphasises the spaces and eliminates any overlap in roles, with a kitchen on the lower deck and master cabin on the main deck. All possible options, though, remain in the owner’s hands. www.sanlorenzoyacht.com

The sculptural spiral staircase in metal, the heart of the interior design concept. It connects main deck and lower deck saloons (opposite page, bottom). Light colours are used in the communal spaces, while in the owner’s cabin (opposite page, top) the choice is a darker, more embracing wood

Exterior Design Bernardo Zuccon, Zuccon International Projects

X100 was inspired by the belief that the yachts of today can be thought of as versatile platforms offering large spaces. From a stylistic point of view, the SX100 has a strong design identity created by drawing on and rethinking all the languages that the SX have developed in recent years, all of which reflect a tight family feeling. Within the SX range, this model brings the ability to optimise on-board content. In a market where demand takes many forms, being diversified and multicultural, a project offering an open stern that is actually a blank sheet where the owner can interpret the space in terms of his or her requirements

and behaviour, provides a significant opportunity. With the SX100 we decided to further enhance the aft lower deck space by dedicating it to the day area that all guests can enjoy. It was developed along the lines of functional integration and offset decks. This is another step foward in reflecting the living concept that has influenced all our design work over recent years. We returned to the concept already tried out on the Alloy 44 of diversifying the spaces with different headrooms – in this case the day area is laid out on two connected levels, creating a new dual function for the two lounges. The aft beach club offers access to a lounge with large window,

Bernardo Zuccon with his sister Martina are at the helm of Zuccon International Projects. Left and below, the unmistakeable aft area of the yacht with the two arches that are the signature feature of Sanlorenzo’s SX range. The spacious beach area is connected to the main deck cockpit by an external staircase with only six steps

linked in turn to the three guest cabins by a corridor and to the main deck upper saloon by a staircase. Freed from the helm station, now on the upper deck, the bow section of the main deck is now a private space for the owner. All in all, the SX100 offers its owner great freedom, a requirement the market is increasingly emphasising, presenting itself as a versatile product that we hope will prove to be commercially successful.

Interior Design Piero Lissoni, Art Director Sanlorenzo

©Veronica Gaido

he SX100 is another architectural project, an addition to the SX family – it has similar characteristics to its bigger brothers but uses a different language. The proportions have changed, we’ve included some surprises. In contrast to other projects, on this yacht the connections aren’t provided by a continuous staircase, but two staircases with different aesthetics – one, linking the lower deck to the main deck, is in pleated steel. It is more sculptural and becomes the core of the entire design, while the other is very naval, with slender cantilevered steps. It is concealed by a sliding wooden partition that links the main to the fly deck. It’s invisible – if you don’t go looking for it, it’s not there. It appears if you open the screens, and then the spaces reconnect as if in an architectural duplex. As usual, we’ve paid attention to every little detail. Nothing is left to chance. The distinctive feature of the lower deck lounge is that though it is enclosed and integrates with the exterior spaces of the beach club, it makes it larger. At the same time it’s an intimate, private lounge on a lower level than the beach platform. The stairs also connect it directly to the main deck and cabin corridor. It’s a sort of interchange, in fact. I like everything about this yacht. There’s a wonderful interaction between the spaces, the transparencies you find everywhere on the yacht that link interior and exterior. And I love going up and down the stairs!

Left, the lower deck beach lounge with an intriguing play of reflections on the mirrored walls. On this level there are three guest cabins. Opposite page, one of the VIP cabins and its bathroom. The floor follows the shape of the hull shape, and seems to rise up the walls. Instead of shadecreating curtains Lissoni has used panels that slide over the windows to screen out the light

The interior lounge on the upper deck is an extremely versatile space – when the side windows have been lowered, the hard top roof has been opened and the aft hatch integrates seamlessly into the terrace. An effect enhanced by the use of teak in the interior and exterior alike

The Shipyard Tommaso Vincenzi, President of Business Unit Yacht Sanlorenzo

Essential design for the command console on the upper deck. The SX100 is equipped with four 800 hp Volvo IPS engines and has a cruising speed of 20 knots and top speed of 23 knots. At 10 knots it has a range of 1,600 miles

ithin the SX range the SX100 provides a wellbalanced solution, fitting smoothly between the SX88 and SX112. In particular, it offers the opportunity to locate the owner’s cabin on the main deck, optimising vertical connections, capitalising the experience of many SX88 owners who, have contributed their experience in a dialogue with the yard to develop successful functional, aesthetic solutions. Based on this the product has all the right characteristics for modern owners who also love comfort and living in close contact with the sea. SX100 owners tend to be young but they are also lovers of the sea and expert yacht users. The unique layout of the SX100 makes it possible to experience the spaces to the full in the company of the guests. The dialogue between shared spaces and areas intended or the private use of owners is accentuated, making this model perfect for sharing with friends and family. The choice to integrate the lower deck lounge saloon is inspired by the need and desire for a comfortable, versatile environment in close contact with the sea. The concept restates the concept already applied on the SX112, influenced by one of the main features of the existing model SX110 – a spacious day area comprising a covered lounge saloon and attractive transparencies blends on the outside with the extensive, well-equipped beach area and with two spacious side terraces that open out onto the sea. The layout of the SX100 provides constant communication between interiors and exteriors, offering owners unprecedented customisation opportunities. The lines and complex design reflect the project’s emphasis on structural and technical spaces. Precise structural calculations enabled the yard to adopt construction details combined with the unique, minimal design of the SX range. The semi-planing hull enables the yacht to reach a speed of 23 knots with ease, maintaining high performance in pure displacement.

[ FLY ]

THE PROBLEM OF BEING NUMBER ONE by Sergio Barlocchetti - ph. courtesy by Bombardier

Return of a Bombardier’s best-selling Challenger 350, one of the most popular super-medium business jets, with more high-performance engines and an entirely new cabin design – more modern seats, 20% larger windows and latest-generation connectivity

he Bombardier Challenger 350 can’t be described as a new

boasts more modern seats, 20% larger windows and latest-generation

aircraft, as it was introduced in 2016. However, it’s still

connectivity. In this way Bombardier has revamped a super-classic

relatively recent and it has characteristics that make it one

model, beating its French competitors on price and its American

of the most appreciated planes in its category, super-medium business

rivals for cabin size. It seems simple when described like this, but

jets, a class the Canadian company successfully interpreted with its

bringing a project conceived many years into the digital world has

predecessor, the Challenger 300, which has sold 300 examples. And

involved a huge design effort, with a complete re-jig of the supply

as in the meantime its competitors, from Dassault to Cessna Citation

chain and maintenance procedures. The Honeywell HTF-7000

and Gulfstream, organised themselves better, the requirement arose

engines, each generating 6,850 pounds of thrust, help make the

for an updated version of the twin jet coming in at a price below 30

Challenger 350 suitable for runways less than 5,000 feet in length

million dollars. So how has Bombardier given its best-seller a new

and provide a climb speed of up to 4,500 feet a minute, consuming

lease on life? The engines, certainly, offer improved climb rates, new

less than 180 gallons of fuel an hour at high-speed cruise, reaching

tanks providing increased range, avionics to lighten the workload

around 370 knots or Mach 0.82. The aircraft climbs to 43,000 feet

for the flight crew – the aircraft now features a Rockwell Collins Pro

in around 22 minutes, or less if lightly laden. Translated into logistics,

Line 21 Advanced suite with synthetic vision, a dual inertial reference

with eight passengers on board, each assumed to weigh 225 pounds,

system, MultiScan weather radar capable of detecting turbulence,

a crew of two and full fuel tanks the aircraft can cover up to 3,200

XM satellite weather tracking – and of course, the cabin, which now

nautical miles, almost 6,500 km – in other words, it can hop from one

[ FLY ]

The cabin has an impressive volume of 860 cubic feet, and measures 28.8 feet from the cockpit partition to the aft bulkhead. It hosts a lounge, bathroom and a walk-in baggage compartment. The Honeywell HTF-7000 engines generate 6,850 pounds of thrust each, helping to make the Challenger 350 suitable for runways less than 5,000 feet long. The aircraft’s climb rate is 4,500 feet per minute

continent to another. The cabin has a volume of 860 cubic feet and

cabin panels, creating a uniform, embracing sound that would not

is 28.8 feet in length from the cockpit partition to the aft bulkhead.

be out of place in a commercial cinema. Finally, operating costs – a

This space houses a 16.5-foot lounge, a bathroom and stowage space

rental company that knows how to make the most of it won’t blink at

for baggage. The cabin is 6.1 feet high and 7.2 feet wide. There is an

the cost of around 600-630,000 calculable dollars, but we’re talking

excellent internet connection via satellite and a superb sound system,

about Europe. In the USA and the rest of the world even better results

derived from the system on the 300 model and designed by Lufthansa

can probably be obtained. It’s also possible to spend more, knowing

Technik on the basis of its “Nice” model. Instead of the traditional

the aircraft will always be available.

loudspeakers there is a series of 22 transducers installed behind the

bombardier.com

[ The CAR ]

ELECTRO SHOCK Launched in late 2019 the Taycan gave a literal jolt of electricity to the Porsche brand, introduced in the form of the brand’s first-ever full-electric sports car almost a century after the company’s foundation. No regrets, no hardship, no emissions

by Diego Tamone ph. courtesy by Porsche Italia

Four doors, sports saloon with an unmistakeable Porsche identity – but most of all emission-free because it’s all-electric. Taycan is another revolutionary product from the German company

[ The CAR ]

orsche recorded robust growth in the 2023 fiscal year and

paid off. As happened in 1988 with the first all-wheel drive model,

posted a slight gain in deliveries. Their calculators showed

in 2003 and the first SUV and in 2008 with the first diesel. These

that out of 320.221 vehicles delivered across the world –

milestones in the company’s history saw Porsche flout tradition and

around 3% more than in 2022 – 40.629 carried the name Taycan

conventions with models that soon become established successes.

on their rear.

In little less than five years the Taycan has parlayed its design and

An amazing figure that describes the phenomenon of a model

nature into three configurations – saloon, cross turismo and sport

that is now one of the brand’s cornerstones, along with the 911,

turismo, widening its range of use and enhancing its emotional

718, Cayenne, Macan and Panamera. A success story that seemed

content in terms of performance.

unlikely, given the nature of the car in question – entirely electric,

So the Taycan gained the Turbo label, and the even the description

unlike any Porsche before it. For purists and diehards especially a

Turbo S, a configuration that enabled it to set, and still retain, the

long-standing taboo was broken in September 2019 when a Porsche

record for a series-built electric car on the legendary Nordschleife

designed for the future left the gates of the factory in Zuffenhausen,

of the Nürburgring, the definitive test-bed for anything on four

Germany.

wheels. It’s a record the car still holds. For purity, history and

It was a car without the internal combustion engine and distinctive

essence, though, the high point remains the Turbo, a name that

sound that since post-war years has been an unmistakeable feature

appeared on a Porsche in 1975 and from then on changed history

of the brand’s products. It was calculated risk, of course, and it

with iconic models that quickly became collector’s items, especially

Opposite page, the sports saloon version of the Taycan, the third variant in the series that also includes the sport turismo and cross turismo models. From top, clockwise: the front view emphasises the lines developed to minimise aerodynamic drag. The interiors are designed around the needs of driver and passengers. The rear light cluster with “coast to coast” LEDs. The sculpted front lights are integrated into bodywork to form a unit with the Air Curtains, the air intakes that direct airflow beneath the front wheel arches

[ The CAR ] in the sports saloon version, the one that most closely reflects the German brand’s aesthetic philosophy with clean, pure lines, wide and flat at the front, sloping at the back, a perfect way of minimising drag, further emphasised by the pronounced wheel arches and sculpted details along the sides. Elaborate yet essential inside and out, designed around the driver and passengers. Distilled power and elegance, comfort and performance, the Taycan Turbo provides head-spinning performance despite a laboratory-generated artificial sound created to add a touch of spice to the driving pleasure and cover the rather harsh combination of the whistle of the engine and wind and tyre noise. A top speed of 260 km/h, up to 680 hp, 850 Nm of torque and 0-100 in just 3.2 seconds. With zero environmental impact.

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Top, a detail of the instrumentation of the Porsche Taycan dominated by digital displays. Above, the full electric Porsche on the road. The turbo version can generate up to 680 hp with zero environmental impact

LAND AND SEA, THE ONE Y&D WAS THERE Two intense days organized by Porsche Italy in synergy with Nautor Swan, strengthening the automotive brand’s link with the world of watersports. This exclusive event also highlighted the numerous points of contact between cars and yachts by Désirée Sormani - ph. courtesy by Porsche Italia

Some press tours are so intense and exclusive they are simply unforgettable. The ONE Yacht & Design recently had the honour of being invited to The Racing Experience | Nautor Swan x Porsche, a two-day event packed with exciting moments. Promoted by Porsche Italy, it was organised in collaboration with Nautor Swan, a Finnish luxury sail yacht brand, to highlight its links with the world of water sport. This exclusive event encouraged us to think about the points of contact between cars, yachts, land and sea - in other words, prestige, performance, design and respect for the environment. It was held at the 5-star Andana resort, and our experience began here in Castiglione della Pescaia, 20 km from Grosseto in the Tenuta La Badiola in Tuscany’s Maremma district 500 hectares studded with olive groves and vineyards, all surrounded by gentle hills in a rural landscape that also enjoys the beneficial influence of Its closeness to the sea. The estate also hosts La Trattoria, chef Enrico Bertolini’s elegant gourmet osteria. Here in the evening we were given the opportunity to enjoy his creative interpretations of the region’s culinary tradition. We immediately set off for a test drive from Andana. On board first the Taycan Cross Turismo and then the

Above, the journalists invited to the event organised by Porsche Italy, who could assist the “Swan One Design Nations League 2023” race from a Swan 78. Previous page, Désirée Sormani, managing director of The ONE Yacht

& Design at the wheel of the Taycan and enjoying the experience among the Tuscan hills

turbo version, The One was able to experience the high performance generated by both vehicles in a variety of modes on the evocative roads of the Maremma. We soon discovered the wonderful versatility offered by these models. The allelectric Taycan Cross Turismo is ideal for everyday travel, but it’s also the perfect solution for long journeys and off-road adventures, with its adaptive height-adjustable pneumatic suspension and gravel mode for the most demanding road surfaces. It was hard to relinquish the wheel after an entire day’s road testing, including a stop at the Azienda Agricola Roccapesta to enjoy some local agricultural produce. In a dialogue between land and sea, the experience continued the following day with a trip on board the elegant Swan 78, a cruiser racer whose design incorporates the modern requirements of owners who seek to sail in safety amid the most elegant comfort but also want the kind of performance that enables them to take part in some high-power races. Its kind owner made her available for the tour journalists as an extraordinary viewing platform, providing a close-up view of a thrilling race. This year Porsche Italy has for the first time lent its support to ClubSwan Racing, Nautor Swan’s sports division, for the Italian stages of the prestigious “Swan One Design Nations League 2023” race. The last Italian leg at Marina Scarlino was an opportunity to connect with nature in harmony with the spirit and values of the two brands, sharing their elegance, quality, performance innovation and reliability.

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[ CREATIVE MINDS: AZIMUT YACHTS ]

THE FUTURE IS NOW Backed by twenty years’ commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its yachts through the creation of lighter craft with more hydrodynamic and innovative propulsion, Azimut takes another important step along this green route with the launch of the new hybrid Seadeck series, the most efficient yet built, with the aim of becoming the Tesla of the sea by Samuela Urbini

The Azimut Yachts headquaters are in Avigliana, in Turin province. The brand is part of the Azimut|Benetti Group, which has reaffirmed its status as the world’s top producer of yachts above 24 metres in length. This photo, the Livorno yard

[ CREATIVE MINDS ]

These pictures show the new hybrid Seadeck series, with 40% of its surfaces in carbon fibre, the most efficient planing hull ever built and innovative on-board systems to reduce energy consumption. To side and opposite, from top: the original aft space called the “Fun Island”, designed by Alberto Mancini. Entirely open, it provides a more direct contact with the sea. Center, the yacht in profile and below, the interior saloon linked to the Fun Island

here’s no magic formula behind becoming the world’s largest

requires a 40% reduction in emissions by 2030, a target that Azimut

producer of yachts over 24 metres for more than twenty years. There

has already reached, complementing the three elements with the first

is passion and determination. The company’s strength and solidity

agreement for the use of alternative fuels signed with ENI Sustainable

has been built up gradually since 1969, the year Paolo Vitelli founded

Mobility, and HVO biodiesel derived from renewable raw materials like

Azimut, a brand that is now at the peak of the world’s yacht-building

vegetable waste or oils generated from cultivated products that do not take

industry and sets the direction to be followed for the future of the sector

land away from plants grown for food. Tests in the lab and at sea made using

– especially protecting the environment. In the words of Giovanna Vitelli,

our yachts have shown a reduction in emissions greater than 80% compared

Azimut|Benetti group president since 2023, “Because sustainability is

to Diesel-powered yachts ”. Last September Azimut also began promoting

no longer a choice, it’s a necessity. The yacht industry runs the risk of

the Carbon Emission Index for yachts below 24 metres in collaboration

promising prototype technology, solutions that could appear more than

with Sea Index and Lloyd’s Register, creating an objective, verified index

fifteen years from now, without working to make a difference right now, but

to compare consumption and emissions.

now is the time we are making the difference for the future”. Low emission

Azimut’s green progress culminates in 2024 with the launch of Seadeck,

yachts make up over half the Azimut fleet, reducing CO2 emissions by

the first hybrid series and the most efficient ever produced by Azimut. “A

up to 30%. The result is based on three elements, the result of decades of

distillation of all our knowledge”, says Vitelli. It aims to be the Tesla of

research – lighter yachts built using carbon fibre, more hydrodynamic hull

the sea, a sustainable model that’s also visually appealing. For this reason

shapes, some patented, and innovative propulsion. “We’re concentrating on

Alberto Mancini was called in to create the exterior design. Manicini is

pod propulsion systems”, says Vitelli. “They are currently the most efficient

already familiar to the brand, based in Avigliana. “He’s a great sculptor of

propulsion systems, a technology that enables us to achieve significant

surfaces and with Seadeck he’s gone beyond the typical dynamic lines we

reductions in emissions. The International Marine Association (IMO)

know him for. He also interpreted the Fun Island, the yacht’s characteristic

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aft platform, in a very original way. It’s a space where guests can enjoy the yacht’s surroundings and interact with the other people on board”. The interiors reflect the wisdom of choosing collaborations with people outside the sector, in this case with the illustrious architects Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez, pioneers of sustainable architecture and eco-resorts who “have brought on board the concept of well-being in an almost Zen way, with an aesthetic that simplifies and streamlines to give great harmony and balance to the whole. We’ll have a carpet made from recycled fishing nets, lovely looking and with a very pleasant feel. The exterior teak flooring has been replaced by cork, lightening the yacht and harvested without cutting down trees”. Thun calls this a “conscious” project that we’ll see on Seadeck 6 (17.5 metres in length), followed by 7 (21.7 m) in September 2024 and Seadeck 9 (25.6 metres) in 2025. 80

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DESIGNS THAT ARE WELL THOUGHT OUT TRANSCEND FASHION AND BECOME STYLISTIC CREATIONS THAT ARE TIMELESS AND ADAPT WELL TO THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT by Samuela Urbini, ph. courtesy by Permare

riginally concentrating on assistance services for pleasure yachts, last year the

Above, the three generations of the

Permare yard, which owns the family brand, celebrated its 50th anniversary. In

Amerio family at the helm of Amer Yachts:

the 1990s it founded the Amer yachts brand in order to create its own niche yachts

from left, Barbara, Fernando, Rodolfo

where the skilled workforce to be found in Liguria and Tuscany was a key factor, alongside

and Noemie Amerio. The yard, based in

a fierce innovative drive and above all a deep respect for the sea. These are the guiding

Sanremo, not far from French Riviera , has

principle for the founder Fernando Amerio and his children Barbara and Rodolfo, who

innovation in its DNA and is designing its

now stand with Fernando at the helm of the family business together with a member of

first aluminium models. Several sketches

the third generation, Noemie Amerio.

of this can be seen below

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Over 100 bespoke yachts have been built so far, with a marine composite

Above, a rendering of the exterior of the 44-metre

line comprising models from 95 to 120 feet in length and a platform of

aluminium-hulled yacht designed for Amer by

metal designs from 40 to 75 metres long. The concept and design of these

Antonio Luxardo, developed in two versions, the

yachts has developed over time. Group CEO Barbara Amerio says, “The

AL44 R, with classic bow (photo above and opposite

composite line has undergone a process of ‘devitrification’, a word we

page), and the AL44 RV with a more modern

came up with to describe a gradual reduction in the composite, replacing

vertical bow (opposite page, below). Featuring large

it with more readily recyclable material. That means large openings,

windows, they have a spacious full-beam saloon

more windows and especially with a metal structure, eventually leading

of around 97 square metres and include a number

to hybridisation and replacing the entire superstructure with aluminium.

of systems enabling fuel savings and clean energy

This process began in 2019 with the first F100s and is an integral part

production

of our design”. The latest development for the Sanremo-based yard is the Amer Aluminium line, currently in the design stage, with an aluminium hull designed for “clients who respect the environment and nature and share choices about long-lasting materials that can be recovered at end-of-life”,

has a vertical bow, hence the “V” in its name. The vertical bow is a more

says Barbara Amerio. The first yachts with exteriors designed by Antonio

modern stylistic solution that also provides greater internal space. The

Luxardo and engineered by Optima Design – Luxardo and his associate

larger models, the AL 50 RV and AL 50 RVF, both have a vertical bow

Michele Zignego – are a 44-metre and 50-metre model, both available

but the RVF also has a flybridge. “The starting point for designing the

in two versions. The smaller yachts, the AL 44 R and AL 44 RV, differ

exterior lines was the yachts already built by Permare”, says Luxardo.

mainly in their bow shape – the R model has a classic bow while the RV

“The yard’s recognisability must go beyond the designer’s ego. We’ve

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Above, the exterior of the AL50 RV, 50 metres long with a vertical bow. Below and opposite page, the AL50 RVF, the version with a fly bridge. Below, left, the design of the helm station with reverse windscreen and side windows that follow the coach house and shelter the sunpad area

kept the large windows but made the lines more dynamic”.

These yachts are powered by the latest IPS Volvo 40 engines, never

Seen from the side the yacht is much sleeker, with two decks plus a third

before installed on such a large craft. “2025 will be the year we reveal

designed to generate the smallest possible visual impact.

the first metal yacht to the public, and we’ll receive the first feedback”,

On this yacht, says Luxardo, “My idea was to leave the side window

says Barbara Amerio. “We want to become a niche yard specialising

and create the reverse helm windscreen. This has a number of benefits

in adopting and optimising of cutting-engine propulsion systems,

– greater visibility under way, less direct sunlight so less interior heat,

maintaining or records with IPS units, investing in innovation and

and free space for the sunpad area behind.

solutions with reduced environmental impact”.

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PESA II

The Next Yacht Group’s new Maiora Exuma 35 breaks down boundaries between the yacht and its natural surroundings, creating an unconventional yacht tailored to cater for its owner’s love of the outdoors by Bryony Mc Cabe - ph. courtesy by Next Group

s an ultimate form of luxury, a superyacht should

deck, reflecting the desire of the owner to helm the yacht on occasion,

be highly customised to its owner’s desired lifestyle

surrounded by family and friends.

on board. The Maiora Exuma line proves that even

The proactive involvement of the owner at all stages of project

a 35-metre yacht can be customised down to the

development enabled Next Yacht Group’s Centro Stile to perfect every

smallest detail to deliver bespoke cruising and lifestyle

single detail on the interiors. From the seats, duly proportioned and

experiences. For the owner of the second Maiora Exuma 35 unit, Pesa

sized to the owner’s physical features, and a functional arrangement

II, a love of the outdoors was a key factor during the customisation

of the light points, to space optimisation to properly balance the need

process and is, therefore, reflected in every detail on board.

for storage areas and the wish for aesthetic beauty. The requirement

To connect those on board with the natural environment, glass is used

to create very complex shapes initiated the team to search for new

extensively throughout Pesa II. Floor-to-ceiling glazing is a main feature

construction solutions and, sometimes, to hark back to traditional

of the saloon and there are expansive windows in the master suite and

woodworking techniques.

guest cabins. Fully opening doors in the saloons boundlessly connect

The core concept on board Pesa II was to create perfect harmony

the interior and exterior spaces. The 47 sqm saloon on the upper deck,

between the natural environment, the yacht and its furnishings – a

for example, can be easily converted into an open 130sqm area by

goal that was achieved through generous outdoor areas in direct

opening the door, sliding the moon-roof and lowering the side glazed

contact with the sea, extraordinary liveability and the use of natural

surfaces.

materials like wood and recycled components. All areas have been

To enable an active outdoor lifestyle, the space dedicated to storing

designed to be ‘guest-oriented’ in every respect, letting in plenty of

water toys is beyond words for a 35m yacht. A generous tender up to

natural light and eliminating any barriers between the yacht and

6.5m can be stored in the side garage, while a second garage situated aft

the surrounding landscape. In this respect, this yacht is the ultimate

fits a smaller tender and countless toys, including Seabobs, inflatables,

expression of organic design principles, where aesthetics, technology,

scuba diving cylinders, SUP boards and Fliteboards. The owner and

and functionality perfectly harmonise with the lifestyle and daily

guests can enjoy the water endlessly.

routines of her guests.

The extraordinary level of customisation is also reflected by the

Pesa II accommodates up to 11 guests across five cabins, consisting of

owner’s decision to have the pilothouse forward on the main deck,

the full-beam master stateroom located forward on the main deck and

directly connected to the captain’s quarters and therefore providing

three VIP cabins and one master on the lower deck.

exclusive access to it. Another pilot station can be found on the upper

www.maiora.it

This page, Pesa II’s straight bow is devised to cut through the waves even more efficiently. Opposite page, the pilot house is positioned forward on the main deck directly connected to the captain’s personal quarters. Opening page, the main saloon features floor-to-ceiling glazed surfaces of asymmetric shapes, a bespoke round carpet and a bespoke sofa by Moroso

Above, the custom day head sink is made from travertine marble. Right, brushed and painted oak is used throughout the interiors with walnut in the ceiling.Opposite top, the closed upper deck can be easily converted into an open area by opening a door, sliding the ‘moonroof’ open, and lowering the side glazed surfaces. Opposite below, the table in the main saloon is by Poltrona Frau and sits below a round mirror TV

Exterior Design Next Group’s Centro Stile

he aim behind the exterior design of Maiora Exuma 35 was to create neat external lines that could embrace the immense internal spaces and volumes, giving soft but sleek and sporty shapes. The external lines are harmonious and deliberately inspired by nature. The idea was to recall the concept of the islands and the fact that they are embraced by the surrounding sea. The exterior design is a combination of an SUV and a sports car: the lines are surrounding beautiful spaces and define so smoothly the perimeter of each space dedicated to the owner and guests on board. The aft area is a unique continuum between the aft main deck, with its own al-fresco dining, and the aft beach area. Owners and guests want to spend the majority of the time between inside and outside with no boundaries. The convertible flybridge is a little gem. You can enjoy it with air conditioning on days when the weather conditions are hot or unpleasant, or even when you are looking for more privacy. Or it can become a traditional flybridge thanks to the amazing aft infinity door, which disappears completely, and the two side windows that go up and down, as well as the large sunroof that slides away. This model was designed, together with her owners, with a precise purpose and a well-defined philosophy: the concept of organic shapes, warm materials and the combination of highly tactile and contrasting elements. It is a truly unique product and we were extremely happy to receive so many expressions of appreciation from customers, professionals and other shipyards.

Right, the bow provides another expansive outdoor area, with all exterior furniture by Paola Lenti. Below and opposite: the external lines inspired by nature and embrace the immense internal spaces and volumes. All exterior spaces are designed to flow harmoniously into the interior

Top left, huge windows decorate the full-beam master stateroom. Top right, the master stateroom features a his and hers ensuite bathroom. Above, one of the VIP cabins can act as a second master cabin. Opposite, the interiors are characterised by a warm palette and the rounded, organically geometric shapes of custom furniture

Interior Design Owners’comment

ather than give a structured initial brief for the interior design of Pesa II, it was mainly about sharing my tastes and making available to Next Yacht Group’s Centro Stile the experience I have gained over the years. This is how the design concept for this yacht came to life. Thanks to several meetings involving myself, my staff and the shipyard’s architects, we were able to develop a fully-custom project that, just like a bespoke garment, epitomised – in perfect shapes, proportions, colour shades and volumes – all the insights and inspirations I have come across in my career. Villas, hotels, restaurants, and previous interior design projects I was directly in charge of provided the ideal substrate for the Pesa II project. Pesa II is characterised by an exquisite formal consistency that unravels throughout the interior and exterior areas thanks to the skilful use of a warm palette and the rounded, organically geometric shapes of custom furniture.

The Shipyard Giacomo Benelli, Head of Sales

he Maiora Exuma line is Next Yacht Group’s response to the market’s demand for living at sea in glamour and exclusiveness. Pure elegance, impressive volumes, innovative high-tech solutions, unmatched interior brightness and storage capacity for tender and water toys; all combined with a sporty DNA and the thrill of speeding at 35 knots in maximum safety and comfort. The Exuma 35 is designed for owners who wish to combine their love for the sea and outdoor lifestyle with their own distinctive style, which is why she can be customised down to the tiniest detail. With her straight bow devised to cut

The Maiora 35 Exuma fully meets the needs of an owner who loves an outdoor lifestyle. She combines sporty performances with the pleasure of living at sea in extremely versatile spaces, designed to make the most of onboard life and featuring bespoke solutions

through the waves efficiently and a completely open stern, the yacht combines stunning sporty performances with the pleasure of living at sea in extremely versatile spaces. Impressive performances are ensured by the innovative hull design and a propulsion system with three water jets powered by three MTU 2000HP engines. Water-jet propulsion – which Next Yacht Group have been installing on their crafts for thirty years – offers a number of advantages. Not only higher speeds rarely found on yachts of this size, but also a wider range of cruising modes, always ensuring efficiency and reduced emissions and consumption. The system also

enables excellent manoeuvrability and very limited draft of four feet, offering the exclusive pleasure of exploring the Mediterranean and Caribbean without any constraints and peacefully immersed in nature. Comfort was certainly another focus during the design, which resulted in the use of the most advanced soundproofing technologies and the installation of an automated trim control system by Humphree and two gyro stabilizers to reduce rolling in all possible sea conditions. This unit will also ensure a silent night’s sleep thanks to lithium battery package.

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THE GENIUS OF FEMALE BRUSHSTROKES Rediscovering Berthe Morisot, the Impressionist painter who combined innovation with 18th-century elegance by Micaela Zucconi

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Left, Berthe Morisot, “Au Bal”, 1875, oil on canvas. Paris, musée Marmottan Monet, ©musée Marmottan Monet. Above, B.M., “Repos (jeune fille endormie)”, 1892, oil on canvas. Coll. particulière, ©Thierry Jacob. Below, B.M., “Jeune Femme arrosant un arbuste”, 1876, oil on canvas. Richmond, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Coll. of Monsieur et Madame Paul Mellon, ©Katherina Wetzel/ Virginia Mus. of Fine Arts. Opening, B.M., “Jeune Femme au divan”, 1885, oil on canvas,

ver the past ten years in-depth research has finally been carried

London, Tate Gallery, ©London, Tate

out on the subject of Berthe Morisot (1841-1895), whose status as the leading female Impressionist painter is now emphasised

by a series of exhibitions. One of these is a show at London’s Dulwich Picture Gallery, previously hosted at the Musée d’Orsay and then, in 2010, at the Fondation Beyeler in the context of an exhibition dedicated to female artists who have had a great influence on modern painting. The Musée Marmottan Monet in Paris welcomed it in 2021 as part of an exhibition dedicated to her daughter Julie Manet, held until 31st March 2024. The exhibition entitled Berthe Morisot et l’art du XVIIIe siècle. Watteau, Boucher, Fragonard, Perronneau is an in-depth investigation of the painter’s life and work, highlighting an aesthetic theme inspired by famous 18th-century painters but expressed through the sensibilities of her time. This seems to be linked to the friendship between her family (her father, Tiburce Morisot, was a civil servant who played an important role in the creation of the Limoges museums) and the Reseniers, an artistic dynasty descended from Jean-Henri Riesener, a great 18th-century cabinet maker. Berthe was a friend of Rosalie, daughter of the artist Léon Resenier, who influenced Berthe and directed her especially towards Antoine Watteau and François Boucher. Morisot was also influenced by other artists of the same period like Jean-Honoré Fragonard (once said to be her great grandfather, although this claim has since been discredited), Maurice Quentin Delatour and Jean-Baptiste Perronneau. Immersed in an intensely artistic environment, Berthe became a friend of the painter Édouart Manet and married his brother Eugene. This was the world in 101

[ ART ON BOARD ] Rosalie Riesener (1843-1913), ‘’Fêtes italiennes’’, oil on paper ( after 1846), from François Boucher (1703-1770). Saint-Germain-deLivet, Chateau-musée. © Pȏle Museal de la Communauté d’Agglomération Lisieux Normandie/Christian Baraja SLB. Below, left, Berthe Morisot, after François Boucher (1703-1770), “Vénus va demander des armes à Vulcain”, 1884, oil on canvas. Coll. particulière, ©Christian Baraja SLB. Right, Antoine Watteau (1684-1721), “Les Plaisirs du bal”, c. 1715-1717, oil on canvas, London, Dulwich Picture Gallery, ©Dulwich Picture Gallery

which she developed as an artist. One curious fact is that at the Resenier

exhibition – one of these is the fan that belonged to Berthe and appeared

home she was painted by painter and sculptor Adèle d’Affry, known as

in the painting. Other important works on display are Jeune femme

“Marcello”, the duchess Castiglione-Colonna (the painting is included in

arrosant un arbuste and Femme en gris debout, as well as drawings by

the show). Curated by Marianne Mathieu and Dominique d’Arnoult with

Watteau and Fragonard, whose work La Leçon de musique is also present.

Claire Gooden, the exhibition brings together for the first time 65 works

The section dedicated to Morisot’s “triumphant impressionism” includes

from a number of important institutions including the Louvre, Wallace

Femme à sa toilette, Jeune femme au divan, Le jardin à Bougival and also

Collection, Tate and several private collections. The curating team had

Vénus va demander ses armes à Vulcain, copied with an Impressionist

also drawn on largely untapped resources – articles and correspondence

eye from the work by François Boucher, now held in the Louvre, which

by the artist and her husband. One of the masterpieces on display is Au bal

the artist displayed in her home. In the words of the poet Mallarmé when

(1875), one of Berthe Morisot’s most emblematic works. It is considered to

writing about Berthe Morisot’s paintings, her work reveals “a touch of

be an illustration of a typically French art de vivre, a legacy of the Age of

the 18th century exalted by the present”. Her works have come under the

Enlightenment, which exerted a deep influence on the haute bourgeoisie

hammer 920 times, and according to Artprice, Morisot is 366th in the

that the painter was a part of. A series of objects is also included in the

world rankings of the artists sold most frequently at auction.

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Top, Berthe Morisot (1841-1895), “Femme à sa toilette”, c. 1875-1880, oil on canvas. Chicago, The Art Institute of Chicago, Stickney fund. © Chicago, The Art Institute, courtesy The Art Institute. Bottom, left, Marcello (Adèle d’Affry, duchess of Castiglione-Colonna, 1836-1879), 1875. Oil on canvas, Fribourg, Musée d’Art et d’Histoire (MAHF), ©Primula Bosshard. Berthe Morisot, “Le Jardin à Bougival”, 1884, oil on canvas. Paris, Musée Marmottan Monet. © musée Marmottan Monet

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RIGOUR AND FLEXIBILITY The chameleon-like approach of the Tuscan architectural studio, founded by Alessandro Pulina, changes according to client needs – a fundamental value when your business is based on custom-made products. It becomes even more successful when combined with the ability to optimise spaces, inspired by a yacht-building training by Veronica Lempi - ph. courtesy by Pulina Exclusive Interiors

achts and megayachts have always been important

him into an all-round interior designer. He now works on

elements in the life of Alessandro Pulina, founder

yachts, residences, retail premises and everything custom

of Pulina Exclusive Interiors. Pulina graduated in

made. With two operational and strategic bases, one in Pisa

architecture in Florence and specialised in industrial design

with a staff of fifteen and one in China with 5 people, he

for yacht design, and since a young age has worked with well-

works every day to respond to wishes and anticipate trends.

known names in the industry. The most illustrious of these

At the Monaco Yacht Show 2023 he presented the Align with

is Guido Spadolini, with whom he developed an open yacht,

Sustainability project, “A collection of eco-sustainable material

the first project of his career. This was the spark that ignited

for which we’re gathering tools and raw materials.

Pulina’s great passion for the sea, a training that transformed

As designers we’re responsible for coming up with solutions

The studio is researching concrete solutions for a more sustainable lifestyle. At the Monaco Yacht Show 2023 it presented the Align with Sustainability project, sourcing eco-sustainable materials that can help rethink yacht and home interior design projects with an emphasis on green awareness, from yarn made using waste from oranges to bio-materials obtained from hemp

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Above, a villa in progress in Hong Kong. Below, two interiors of the project completed in China for the Penthouse

that will endure. It’s a long process, but we can already try out hybrid,

Shenyang Yanlord Yuan 59. Light from outside interweaves

transitional solutions. Biomaterials are already being used in carpets,

with the settings of the interior spaces in a context that

curtains and upholstery fabrics”.

enables the owner to enjoy a multi-directional view.

Pulina Exclusive Interiors was founded in 2014 after working for ten

Credits: Pulina Exlusive Interiors and Zheng Yan

years with Azimut Benetti as head of style at the Viareggio yard. For Pulina, working with Azimut Benetti was an all-round experience, instilling him with both professional and personal values. “I learnt about the importance of working in a team, how essential it is to dialogue with everyone involved in the process to handle unexpected glitches and find the best solutions”. Starting at the sea and arriving on land, Pulina has taken the opposite path to most starchitects. “The sea is my passion, it entertains me, challenges me, stimulates me. It wasn’t difficult for me to move from maritime business to land-based projects. Designing for yachts teaches you to optimise spaces and select the right dimensions. Essential on board, less so in a house – it can take, for example, second place to style. It’s an approach that has enabled me to see things differently, sometimes reshaping existing residential projects”. Pulina Exclusive Interiors’ design philosophy is based not only on operational and strategic theories but also real personal values the founder shares every day with his team – flexibility, fluidity, responsibility, sharing ideas, diversification and the ability to communicate. But above all, rapidity is fundamental for Pulina, a crucial value for quality work. “I always remind my team that our approach is based on flexibility, which enables us to work fast and meet our clients’ requirements. We always keep the dialogue tight – it must be fast, flowing and satisfying. We have to know how to listen. We are lucky that we have to investigate manifold cultures and we do it in the Italian style, we don’t give up and we put ourselves forward as problem solvers. When we have to interpret a client’s needs – not

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Above and below, two interior design projects for the Shenyang Yanlord apartments in China – urban elegance that exploits minimal, sophisticated colour palettes. To side, some of the squad of thirteen people who work with Alessandro Pulina, forming an international, multicultural team. This is crucial for the architect, who sees the fusion of cultures as a value that’s useful in the creation of custommade solutions that most closely reflect the client’s wishes. The studio’s third office, complementing those in Pisa and Shanghai, will be opened by the end of 2024

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always a simple task – we do so with determination, seeking the best solution. It’s something that’s appreciated abroad, a hallmark of Made in Italy expertise and flair. Confirming that personalisation is the is the guiding principle of contemporary design, Pulina explains that the aesthetic of luxury is now inherent in the skilful use of materials and reinterpreting spaces, no longer reflecting a traditional layout, on board or in a home, but aspiring to unexpected solutions with new common areas devoted to quality time. To conclude, something new – a new branch in a new continent is to open by years’ end.

Above and middle, two interiors designed for 62m RIO by CRN. The relaxation area in particular reflects one of the most sought-after trends of the moment, in the home and on board – a space dedicated to psycho-physical well-being, personal or for the family, a place to relax and listen to good music, read, spend quality time with others or alone, also taking advantage of augmented reality. Below, living area designed for Silver Yachts

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The first model in the Ferretti Yachts INFYNITO range is grounded in a respect for the natural environment while offering an unprecedent onboard experience, extensive customisation and an innovative layout by Bryony McCabe - ph. by Alberto Cocchi

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acht owners are intrinsically connected by a shared

at anchor in zero emission and zero noise mode. This achieves an 80

love of the ocean, which naturally translates into a

per cent saving on fuel and a corresponding reduction in CO2 emissions

collective desire to protect the environment. This is

during typical usage.

also a philosophy that Ferretti Yachts keeps at the

The lithium battery pack is placed in the engine room in two watertight

core of its product development, and the Group’s

steel containers fitted with temperature monitoring sensors to guarantee

new INFYNITO 90 is designed to facilitate an enjoyable life at sea in

safety on board. There was also a special focus on the use of green

a sustainable way. The 26.97m model brings to market the Ferretti

materials on board, such as natural and bamboo fabrics, regenerated

Sustainable Enhanced Architecture (FSEA) technology – a comprehensive

leather and recyclable materials, ecological water-based paints and

package of environmentally friendly cruising solutions.

lamellar teak with FSC 5 certification used throughout the exteriors.

One of the most significant solutions on board is an integrated system

The INFYNITO 90 is also defined by extensive customisation, layout

that stores solar energy collected by photovoltaic panels installed on the

innovations and visual continuity. The exterior design by architect Filippo

yacht’s superstructure in an energy bank made up of lithium batteries.

Salvetti and interior design by IdeaeItalia work in perfect harmony,

This system enables owners and guests to enjoy eight hours of autonomy

resulting in indoor and outdoor settings that blend into one another in

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This page, the INFYNITO 90 features a unique and innovative layout for a yacht in this category, with a key highlight the groundbreaking All-Season Terrace in the bow. Previous page, the generous, open-plan interiors create an uninterrupted view that sweeps from the stern of the yacht to the bow. Opening pages, the main saloon with Minotti Patio sofa and Aston Cord armchair

a ground-breaking continuum, creating generous, customisable spaces

The natural environment continues to seep in elsewhere on board,

based on numerous layout combinations that owners can choose from.

intermingling the indoor-outdoor experience. The expansive windows

A distinctive revolution of the INFYNITO 90 is the All-Season Terrace in

running the length of the main deck lounge are striking in their design

the bow, with the first unit fitted out with a Jacuzzi surrounded by sofas.

and extend the view infinitely, as well as allowing natural light to flood in.

Sheltered by an extension to the superstructure that provides protection

This INFYNITO 90 is also the first Ferretti model to feature a sky lounge

in all weather conditions and total privacy, the All-Season Terrace is

surrounded by windows, with direct access onto the upper deck cockpit.

configured as a place of meditative relaxation, where owners and guests

In the first unit, the full-beam master cabin is midship on the lower deck,

can enjoy an intimate and private experience in the open air and in total

where IdeaeItalia maintains a cosy, warm and relaxed atmosphere typical

comfort and tranquillity, despite being outdoors. For Filippo Salvetti,

of Ferretti Yachts. The INFYNITO 90’s lower deck can offer up to four

special care was required to balance proportions and details of this novel

double cabins sleeping a total of eight guests, or 10 if the main deck is

space. The result is a harmonious integration into the superstructure – so

configured with the master cabin in the bow. The INFYNITO range is

much so that the terrace has the potential to become an icon of yachting

evidently part of the Ferretti Yachts family, even if born out of a free spirit

innovation in this size category.

unshackled by family ties. www.ferretti-yachts.com

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Above, the INFYNITO 90 is the first model in the Ferretti Yachts range to feature a skylounge completely surrounded by windows and with direct access onto the upper deck cockpit (Talenti Cruise Alu table and Argo sunbed, Roda Orson chairs). Below, forward of the skylounge is the helm station that is closed off from the convivial zone in the midship section. Opposite, the guest accommodation is designed to be cosy, warm and relaxed

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Exterior Design Filippo Salvetti

ur focus in developing the INFYNITO 90 was to offer guests an unprecedented yachting experience. Our design strategy focused on the people who will be living on board, putting human experience at the centre of the creative process. We asked ourselves what could still surprise and satisfy the increasingly sophisticated expectations of owners who want to live on board in more versatile and comfortable ways. This approach led us to explore innovative forms and functions,

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inventing new spaces and ways to enjoy the yacht. Our vision in creating the exterior design was guided by a desire to capture the adventurous and dynamic essence of the boat. INFYNITO 90’s exterior aesthetic is one of clean, modern lines and a design that brings together elements of elegance and sportiness. The flowing curves create a sensation of harmony and equilibrium. As this is a product with impressive spaces, we had to find the right equation of volumes and forms. The two fashion plates midships represent a turning point in our design journey and showcase an innovative and provocative concept, one capable of redefining the traditional paradigms in naval design. The decision to put them in this position is a bold idea that aesthetically joins the two exterior decks while also highlighting two fundamental characteristics: the revolutionary forward terrace and the spacious stern deck. This also creates a sense of verticality, counterpointing the sinuous and horizontal forms of the decks. Our approach to design in this range tends towards modernity without embracing minimalism. We’re looking for an elegance that’s provocative without being banal. The presence of the two fashion plates is a statement of intent: to create a yacht that’s not only aesthetically striking but tells a story and arouses curiosity.

This page, the All-Season Terrace – one of the most innovative features of the design – is fitted out on the first unit with a Jacuzzi surrounded by sofas. Opposite, the exterior design by Filippo Salvetti has clean and modern lines and brings together elements of elegance and sportiness

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Interior Design Alessio Battistini and Davide Bernardini, IdeaeItalia

he INFYNITO 90 presented us with a new challenge because the requirements for internal-external interconnection were practically doubled. The forward terrace creates a new dynamic in terms of both passenger flow and how the bow area is used, and we realised we’d have to model a different space – one that could interact equally well with both bow and stern sections. Hence a new layout that doesn’t create physical or visual confines anywhere on the main deck. The project’s central theme is a pondered use of materials, without layering too many finishes, and enriching with discreet cabinetry detailing. The choice of materials reflects the mission to achieve a sustainability that’s substantial and perceived. The fabrics, wood and finishing materials are eco-compatible, recycled and recyclable, and they’ve been chosen with a view to weight saving. There’s an ever-greater focus on energy efficiency too. A special design effort was made to optimise the air conditioning and lighting systems. This yacht’s uncluttered linear design, the soft feel of the ceilings, the vertical dynamic of the brushstrokes and the freestanding furniture are all stylistic features of the range as a whole. Nothing jars with the rational, solid and practical spirit that is intrinsic in all Ferretti Yachts boats. The influence from home furnishing design is quite clear. The key ideas are understatement, clean lines, softness and an equilibrium of forms and materials, without ever lapsing into minimalism, and featuring ergonomics and spatial distribution that are both informal and versatile. The upholstery and coverings are characterised by soft radial patterns that transmit positivity and softness, while the reflections in the mirror walls produce the project’s signature sense of spatial ‘infinity’, even in the most unlikely spaces.

IdeaeItalia created interiors on board with the key ideas being understatement, clean lines, softness and an equilibrium of forms and materials, without ever lapsing into minimalism, as well as featuring ergonomics and spatial distribution that are both informal and versatile. The upholstery and coverings are characterised by soft radial patterns that transmit positivity and softness

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The Shipyard Stefano de Vivo, Chief Commercial Officer at Ferretti Group

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urther than you can Sea’ is the concept underpinning INFYNITO 90 and it perfectly expresses the defining characteristics of this new project: a focus on the environment, extensive customisation, unprecedented layout innovations and visual continuity between interiors and exteriors. With the INFYNITO 90, Ferretti Yachts has embraced the owner’s perspective in order to imagine and create a new and superior yachting experience. We imagine owners with a profound love of the sea and nature, which they want to enjoy to the fullest while feeling at home on board, in total comfort and without sacrificing privacy. They want to be able to enjoy the sea year-round in any conditions, not only during the summer season when the weather is fine. Thanks to the All-Season Terrace they can. As such, the INFYNITO range is conceived to enable owners to enjoy onboard life as if the yacht were an extension of their home, a place in which to breathe light and where the dialogue between interior and exterior produces a sensation of total satisfaction. With the INFYNITO 90, we have achieved an important goal: we’ve managed to integrate materials and elements into the design of a boat that are innovative in terms of sustainability but also maintain the ‘Just Like Home’ characteristics typical of Ferretti Yachts, offering the market a truly different proposition. Ferretti Yachts’ INFYNITO 90 is a one-of-a-kind yacht designed to offer the experience of life at sea in a sustainable way and with personalisation at every level. With INFYNITO 90 – the first model in the INFYNITO range – we wanted to chart a new course, first and foremost for Ferretti Yachts the brand, but also for yachting in general.

For Ferretti Yachts, the characteristics that underpin the INFYNITO 90 include a focus on the environment, extensive customisation, unprecedented layout innovations, and visual continuity between interiors and exteriors. The bridge features a Simrad Command integrated dashboard

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A successful Contrast The lightness sought by yacht designers and the weight of marble, so great as to make it a rare choice for on board surfaces. These seemingly incompatible elements are reconciled by Antolini’s innovative tableware capsule

by Marta Bernasconi, ph. courtesy by Antolini

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he contrast between the sleek lightness of modern yachts and the solid immobility of marble isn’t the only striking feature of the brand’s products. A dialogue of

Antolini’s table collection is

opposites is also expressed by the relationship

based on a combination of Irish

between the elements water and air, typical of the

Green marble and rose gold

marine environment, and the Earth, the source

metal. Every piece is unique,

of the stone that forms the basis of Antolini’s

with its own expressive matrix

creations. Founded in 1956, the Verona-based company, which specialises in natural stone products, is now the world leader in offering select collections of stone pieces, using raw material from the world’s most important extraction sites. Antolini takes natural stone and then shapes and enhances it so it becomes unique means of expression with fascinating colours, the type of product now in demand for high-end interior design. Their great expressive power has also attracted the attention of the fashion and art worlds, encouraging the brand to try its hand in unusual areas, creating a series of sometimes surprising applications. A collaboration between Antolini and interior designer Alessandro La Spada has resulted in a first tableware capsule collection in Irish Green marble, part of the Exclusive Collection that has led the company to

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become the go-to brand for prestigious natural stone. The unexpected material chosen by Antolini for the collection is usually destined for tops and furnishings, but here this primordial material in seductive light and dark shades of green with white veining is used to convey a sense of taste and conviviality. The translucent colour is highlighted even further by rose gold plated elements. The tableware capsule is intended to create a precious, exclusive dining experience, with table settings, place markers, serving trays, wine coolers and stands complemented by floor-standing wine coolers, bread stick holders, caviar set and butter dishes. The collection is designed to emphasise dining pleasure by appealing to the emotions and aesthetic sense. The result is a mise en place rendered exclusive by its materials, attention to detail and innovative design concept.

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Antolini’s deep knowledge of stone materials and the artisanal skill of its workforce combine with the creative flair of Alessandro La Spada to create a table collection that also offers an exciting tactile and visual experience

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A careful study of volumes, perspectives and openings has made it possible to create this 44.50 metre yacht with exceptional real and perceived spaces. The interiors offer an informal, sophisticated style that combine functionality and contemporary design

by Paola Bertelli ph. exterior: Tom Van Oossanen ph. interior: Tom Van Oossanen and Lorenzo Pennati

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CE is a yacht that surprises on many levels,

As in the lounge, the furniture in the owner’s suite – bed, sofa

but the most striking features are her real and

and nightstands – seems to float above the floor, highlighting

perceived spaces. We at The ONE Yacht &

the search for continuity and broadened perspectives found

Design stepped on board during the Monaco Yacht Show where ACE was presented for the first time, just after visiting a 50-metre yacht of a similar type. Despite the yacht’s 44.5 metre length and displacement of 497 GT we felt as if we were on a much larger superyacht: we were immediately impressed by the light, tranquil and extremely liveable interior volumes, achieved through details and solutions that reflect the great efforts made by the entire team. ACE is the first in the Conrad C144S line by Conrad Shipyard, a boutique yard that builds high-end sail and motor yachts based on the work of an outstanding international team work that includes Britain’s Reymond Langton studio for the external lines, Diana Yacht Design in Holland for the hull, the Milanbased m2atelier studio for the interiors, styling and layout of the exterior areas and Nicolai Yacht Consulting & Project Management as consultants and owner’s representative. In line with the owner’s specific requirements, ACE is a contemporary yacht with a sober, elegant, informal style inside and powerful, dynamic lines outside, creating a yacht that is sure to exert a timeless, enduring appeal. ACE is laid out over three decks. The main deck hosts the saloon with spacious conversation area but without a dining area, welcoming guests in a relaxing atmosphere with full-height windows that enhance the marine experience. Mirrored ceiling and wall panels open up the space, the light fabric and ceiling colours contrast with the dark details of the floor slats and metal. Guests will move smoothly throughout the interiors of the ACE, with a wide corridor linking the saloon and master cabin.

throughout the yacht, helped by the retracting, full-height sliding doors that provide seamless continuity between the spaces (as Marijana Radovic of m2atelier says, this kind of sliding door is intended to remain open, to connect rather than divide) and the careful effort lavished on alignments, proportions and openings. The staircase also enjoy plenty of space, with floating soft leather steps and wooden walls. This distinctive structure stands in the corridors and leads to the upper deck, where guests cross an asymmetrical lounge with a large L-shaped sofa and a bookcase unit that conceals the TV behind a leather panel with raised striped to enter the exterior dining area and lower deck that hosts the four guest cabins and four crew cabins. The captain’s quarters are on the upper deck. The heart of the sun deck is the pool area integrated into the structure, surrounded by a lively play of footboards and steps. At night this deck transforms into an open-air cinema. The purity and elegance of the design is also reflected by meticulously achieved details like the air-conditioning grilles camouflaged by light decorations in veneer-clad aluminium strips, invisible darkening curtains and the use of only a few, carefully-worked materials like oak, teak, marble, leather, fabrics and metal. The builders and designers have also succeeded in locating a separate control room in ACE’s engine room, a feature usually found only on much larger yachts. This technical detail emphasises the intense care paid to every aspect of this design.

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ACE has trans-oceanic range and can sail 5,100 miles at 10 knots. Top speed is 13.8 knots. At the stern, the platform over the sea (left) with beach club. Openings, windows and mirrors play a crucial role in the main deck saloon, welcoming the marine environment into the yacht and extending the perceived spaces. The sofas are by Minotti, the coffee tables by Flexform

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Neutral tone-on-tone colours and dark slats are a recurring theme in ACE’s interiors and exteriors. This page, the bright main deck owner’s suite. Its bathroom (to side, top right), including the monolithic washbasins, is entirely panelled in Lasa marble. The stairs feature soft leather steps (to side, top and left) and link the interiors of three decks. On the sun deck, the bar counter with relaxation area and hydromassage pool to the side (to side, bottom)

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Exterior Design Jon Bevan - Exterior Designer Reymond Langton Design

ACE is characterized by a bold silhouette that displays a powerful, dynamic stance on the water. Seen closer to, the yacht’s carefully developed sweeping lines and fine details emerge clearly. On the superstructure the “rolling wave”, the distinctive signature of the Reymond Langton studio

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his project was the result of a successful collaboration between Conrad Shipyard and Reymond Langton. After the much-praised launch of the 40m Viatoris in 2018, Mikolaj offered us the chance to work with them once again on a larger 44m - Project Ace. As the previous exterior design for Conrad was so well received we were asked to adopt a similar and familiar approach to the styling – however, we were also free to evolve the design. With the plumb bow, Ace already gave us stronger lines and a more modern appearance. Together with the snow white & gloss black colour scheme, she’s timeless. The contrasting snow white hull & superstructure on the gloss black of the deckhouses and hull window band, which discreetly conceal the large window apertures, give the vessel a distinctive graphic profile, while the X detail midship harnesses a sense of power, purpose and direction. The design studio’s signature undercut “rolling wave” on the superstructure reflects the sky above and the water below, simultaneously casting captivating shadows on the decks as the sun moves across the sky. It is a dynamic, feminine, sharp yacht with a bold, striking silhouette. Proportionally pleasing to the eye at from every angle, carefully considered sweeping lines and fine sculpted details emerge as you approach the yacht. We always aim to have a harmonious connection between the interior & exterior. We worked closely with m2atelier, incorporating, for example, their request for bigger windows in places to complement the stunning interior. The transitions between interior & exterior spaces work very well. My favorite place on board? The Sun deck with its very generous layout, as it feels like you’re on board a much larger yacht.

Interior Design Marijana Radovic and Marco Bonelli, founders m2atelier

he client had asked us to build a modern, functional and attractive yacht. We worked on interpreting the essence of contemporary life in the context of a yacht’s spaces, defying the conventions and rigid standards usually associated with nautical design. We decided to minimise, shift or rethink all the installations and solutions that in some way compromised the relaxed, functional and contemporary environment we were striving to create. This reworking didn’t simply take the form of eliminating these functions – it was a more subtle revision where everything that was anachronistic or not strictly necessary was subjected to a critical analysis. The yacht’s original layout was more standard. We worked on the openings, alignments, the perspectives, spatial continuity and proportions to enhance the overall perception of space. The feeling as you enter is that of being on a larger vessel. There are three key concepts in this project – fluidity, essentiality and continuity.

The solutions developed for ACE exemplify our yacht design philosophy – great informal flexibility, crisp elegance, clean shapes, openness to the outside with perspectives that bring the sea closer rather than shutting it out. Occupants can experience the yacht in absolute freedom, in a unique, utterly personal way. Our favourite areas on the yacht are the sundeck and master cabin. The sun deck is an extremely comfortable space, split into specific areas for every need without comprising the panoramic view. We chose to empty it as far as possible of fixed furnishings and to make it modular so it can be used in a free, relaxed way. The master cabin features distinctive stylistic solutions like the generous windows, furniture that seems to float above the floor and the marble-clad bathroom. This cabin embodies a balance between comfort and lightness, with suspended elements and a sensation of reduced gravity.

m2atelier designed, co-ordinated and aligned the exterior and interiors, working on harmonisation and details. The intriguing

ph. Giovanni Malgarini

three-dimensional wood elements in the ceiling give proportion and warmth to the areas below

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The Shipyard Mikołaj Król - CEO at Conrad Shipyard

The designed-to-measure hydromassage pool, lined with a recycled micro-mosaic and integrated into the yacht’s structure through a system of steps and foot boards

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he ConradC144s ACE is not only the largest yacht in Conrad’s history, it’s also the largest private superyacht ever built in Poland. For us, she represents evolution, another milestone in our history. She’s also the first yacht to go into series production, even though ACE was initially intended to be a one-off, which means she is unique enough to attract more buyers. Hull number two is set for launch in March 2024, hull number three is planned for spring 2024 and hull number four is already for sale. ACE was designed for a client who had chartered larger superyachts and knew exactly what he wanted. The yacht has a timeless style and a silhouette that looks perfect now but will also look great in 15 years. The external design was created by the Reymond-Langton studio, which had previously designed the Viatoris unit for us. That’s where the ACE project’s history began. We received an extensive brief from the client, including layout. The Reymond-Langton office proposed the external design and the owner liked it. We made some adjustments, such as enlarging the windows and lowering the bulwarks. The client chose m2atelier himself, and we’re very satisfied with the results. What I love about this yacht is the feeling of peace, relaxation, and balance. The main challenges we faced for ACE, first and foremost, was the pandemic. We signed the contract in January 2020 with a year’s development and design work before that. And one thing we hadn’t done before was the floor to ceiling windows in the salon. Theoretically, it’s nothing innovative, but we’re talking about a 45-meter yacht, not a megayacht. However, we did it, and the effect is stunning. The yacht’s greatest strength is that it comes in under the 500 GT limit but still feels light. The design is adapted to fit within these constraints. Everything is done very solidly, with stability and without compromise. 133

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REMOTE BUT CONNECTED We’re living in connected times. We can explore the world while staying in touch with our work, and dealing with our professional responsibilities while enhancing our lifestyle is now a real possibility. And yacht design has adapted to this, creating intimate spaces that are increasingly well thought out by Désirée Sormani

ot so long ago, the opportunity to work without actually being present at our place of business was an ambition reserved for a privileged few. Some yachts are used as a business venue,

a platform for meetings and establishing work contacts or finalising contracts and hosting prestigious clients and business partners, a practice that is typical of Asian owners, especially Chinese. Of course, it goes without saying that the yacht must be accessible by helicopter, so a helipad is a vital feature on board yachts used for these purposes. Now, though, this practice has spread. While the pandemic has shown

Centre, the 80-metre Columbus Classic M/Y Dragon: the owner requested a deck almost entirely dedicated to business, complete with large desk, video-conferencing screens in the ceiling, bar, round table and lounge. Above, the office on the 58-metre Royal Huisman sail yacht Ngoni with fitness area, interior design by Rick Baker

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how important it was to remain isolated it also highlighted the need to keep on working remotely, away from the normal location. The

Above, right, the office on the 50-metre Riva Race by Officina Italiana

period of social distancing showed that it’s possible to work even when

Design is a multi-functional space with connected relaxation area

at sea – and it also provides the wonderful benefit of breath-taking

featuring TV and lounge, part of the owner’s suite. Above left, the

views. All this is made possible by technical breakthroughs - satellite

office corner in the master cabin of the 55-metre Al Waab by Alia

antennae and GPS systems provide high-speed internet connections

Yacht, designed by Vripack. Below, the multi-functional space on the

and technological advances like touchscreens and video-conferencing

37-metre Benetti B.Yond Goga with interior design by Benetti architect

systems enable professionals and businesspeople to remain active and

Mauro Izzo and furniture by Italian brand Giorgetti

productive always and even in remote corners of the world, allowing

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Above, the Codecasa 43 MY. Boji’s office is included in the main stateroom with a stunning view over the sea, designed by Codecasa’s in-house technical staff. Right, the VIP cabin with work station on the 62-metre CRN Rio. Interiors by Pulina Exclusive Interior. Below, the 56-metre Turquoise explorer M/Y Blue II. The design of the interiors was a collaboration between Hoek Design, London-based Vickers Studio and Amsterdam-based Dols and Company Interiors

them to tap into services that would not be out of place in an office in the heart of New York or Hong Kong. “The demand for on-board offices that enable owners to reconcile their work commitments with leisure activities during cruises has grown with the development of communications networks, which now make connection possible even at sea”, says Virginia De Carlo, marketing & communication manager at Palumbo Superyacht. “This increasing demand has led to a number of design solutions. In some cases it involves dedicated workstations in the owner’s cabin. In other situations owners prefer a proper space for business meetings – on the Columbus 80 metre Classic M/Y Dragon, for example, the owner specified a deck almost entirely dedicated to business, complete with large desk, video-conferencing screens in the ceiling, a bar, round table and lounge area. The owner of the ISA Classic 65 metre also wanted a bathroom and fixed balcony”. This concept of professional spaces on a yacht highlights the importance owners give to the ability to manage their work activities while at sea, emphasising the way superyacht design must reflect contemporary requirements of work and pleasure. No self-respecting floating villa is without a perfectly-organised, dedicated space where owners can isolate themselves from family and friends an establish a virtual presence in professional activities across the world. Designers and yards have recognised this demand and now create flexible, multi-functional spaces designed to be elegant and functional, providing a comfortable, stimulating workspace made using luxurious materials. “The functionality of a well-organised office and dedicated, welcoming interiors that maintain the on-board atmosphere – that’s our work creating on-board offices is aiming for. We want owners to be able to continue looking after their business even when they’re on holiday”, says architect Francesco Paszkowski. “In 136

Left, the owner’s suite on the Sanlorenzo SL90A, the first yacht designed entirely by Bernardo Zuccon; it boasts an area that can be used as a vanity unit or office. Above, flexible spaces are the focus of attention on the main deck of the Lürssen Ahpo. It is also a functional working environment where business and pleasure can co-exist without interference. Top, the evocative owner’s private living area aboard the 75m The Italian Sea Group Kenshō, designed entirely by architect Jouin Manku

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[ ON-BOARD OFFICES ] Left, the office on board the SWS 105 Tanhiwa, an intimate corner dedicated to relaxation and work. Below, a design desk stands out in the owner’s cabin of the ISA Classic 65 metre, which has also a fixed balcony. Opposite, the office on board Severin’s, a 55-metre yacht by Baglietto. This comfortable, separate, dedicated space features shapes and colours that fit in with the yacht’s overall style

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practice this means a space against a bulkhead, small, perhaps, but peaceful, with a sea view and equipped with drawers and spaces where mobile phones, computers, tablets and documents can be stored out of sight once work is over, creating a relaxed atmosphere while remaining within easy reach. One successful example is the office on board Severin’s, a 55-metre yacht by Baglietto. It has a dual access, one from the lobby that leads into owner’s apartment and the other from the sleeping area through a curved sliding door. It’s a comfortable, separate, dedicated space with shapes and colours that fit in with the yacht’s overall style”. Another feature of an inspiring, stimulating work space is large, panoramic windows that provide a breath-taking view of the sea. “Many owners ask for a private space they can retreat to when necessary. A view of the sea is a must”, says Mauro Micheli, Chief Designer and co-founder with Sergio Beretta of Officina Italiana Design, “On yachts up to 30 metres in length these zones form part of the owner’s cabin, which always includes an office or beauty corner. On larger yachts, 50 metres long, say, it’s easier to ask for a fully-fledged office inside the cabin entrance, like on the Riva 50 Metri Race. They are often multifunctional areas where everyone can create his or her own private space. They can also be transformed into an extra cabin”. These areas may include relaxation zones, meeting rooms, gyms, spa and even a swimming pool, features that enable owners to relax and recharge their batteries during work breaks, creating a balance between work and pleasure. Everyone’s dream!

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SCULPTED BEAUTY Brunello Acampora’s Victory Design has a new boat on the water: Bolide 80. Billed as a “hyper muscle yacht”, this sculptural carbon-fibre speedboat is elegant, masculine and reads like a fast-moving bachelor pad, proving that seduction and innovation can coexist in style by Clare Mahon

olide is the Italian word for muscle car, but Bolide 80 goes

and predictable thinking, the degree of innovation was too significant.

beyond powerful performance. Billed as the first hyper muscle

We chose instead to take a risk and create something unique, giving

yacht and built at Victory Marine’s Hangar 4 shipyard outside

Bolide a style that opens a new path for yacht design,” says Damian Ufor

Pisa, Bolide 80 is the first yacht of a nine from 60 to 170 feet, plus

Colman, Director of Victory Design’s Style Centre. The streamlined,

one limited series in full carbon-fibre. “These yachts are designed

sporty silhouette has shapes that reduce aerodynamic resistance while

for collectors who love the thrill of innovation and speed, and who

protecting from wind and sun during navigation.

want to enjoy it in total safety with reduced environmental impact,”

Hyper muscle is also under the hood: 6,000 hp for a top speed of

says Brunello Acampora, Victory Design’s founder (1989). Hyper

over 70 knots and a cruising speed of 50 knots. “The boat exceeded

muscle abounds in Bolide’s masculine looks: eighty feet of sinuous

all project targets both in terms of top speed and at cruising speeds,”

beauty sculpted from black carbon -fibre, a tribute to the best Italian

commented Massimo Bruni, Victory Design’s Technical Manager.

automotive design.

“Tests confirmed manoeuvrability and total control of the boat, thanks

“It was impossible to approach this project with traditional, moderate

to the innovative rudder system and an active steering system supplied

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by Xenta.” The three MAN Diesel engines driving Bolide were supplied by Ranieri & Tonissi, Victory’s Technology Partner, while her carbonfibre build material was produced by Microtex with custom structural cores by Diab. Bolide is about more than looks alone. Her multi-stepped hull has low frictional resistance and glides on an emulsion of water and air during navigation. During sea trials Bolide 80’s fuel consumption was about a third less than it would have been aboard a yacht of comparable length with environmental impact lowered thanks to research on the efficiency of the hull, transmission and all components. Helming Bolide 80 is a thrill thanks to independent rudders that work in tandem. Bolide keeps her ideal trim angle thanks to a patented T-Drive

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Bolide’s interiors are a collaboration between architect Stefano Faggioni and Victory’s Style Centre. The layout sees rationally distributed interior spaces furnished with a refined, modern and distinctly masculine simplicity, with contrasts between matte black, natural teak and cognac-coloured leather elements

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propulsion system with composite flaps by Flexitab & TS that sees

materials and craftsmanship,” says Faggioni.

three surface propellers working with special racing cylinders to set

An elegant galley with contrasts between matte black, natural teak

the ideal trim angle automatically.

and cognac-coloured lacquered elements is to port with the carbon

Bolide’s interiors are a collaboration between architect Stefano

hull is left “as is” on the bulwark. Just off the galley there’s an en suite

Faggioni and Victory’s Style Center. The layout sees rationally

captain’s cabin and a bar with a wine cellar. A saloon that can be an

distributed interior spaces furnished with a refined, modern and

en suite guest cabin has bulkheads covered in ivory leather which

distinctly masculine simplicity. “Bolide is an expression of the

contrasts with the matte black hull sides and ceilings and a bathroom

present at the highest level of design, technology and elegance. She is

with Port Saint-Laurent marble tops and tobacco-coloured cabinetry.

distinguished, spontaneous and never ostentatious, with top quality

The main saloon has symmetrically placed C-shaped sofas that can

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Bolide runs at over 70 knots. This project demonstrates how Victory excels in design, engineering and prototyping: performance, comfort, innovation, luxury and safety are all included in one boat

be used for lounging or dining. Transverse bulkheads enclosing the

navigation. Ivory leather runs the length of the cabin around a centrally

galley aft and the owner’s area forward create dynamism and optimise

placed bed that appears to be suspended over a base with drawers. The

available space while dominant colours are matte black and tobacco

en suite features tobacco-coloured cabinetry under Port Saint-Laurent

for a look that speaks of strength and elegance.

marble tops with veining that references the interior’s colour scheme.

Silky pearl grey carpeting and ceilings covered in ivory leather soften

A black carbon-fibre toilet and bidet and faucets by Officina Nicolazzi

the effect of exposed structural elements in black lacquered carbon,

are in keeping with the rest of the interior.

creating a confident and luxurious look.

Innovative, seductive, fast-moving yet respectful of the environment:

The owner’s cabin is fore, with spaces that include a dressing area

Bolide 80 will turn heads wherever she goes and leave them all crying

with furnishings styled after steamer trunks to recall the golden age of

out for more. https://victory.it

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50 KNOTS AND MORE! The PIRELLI 30 is a 10-metre RIB that combines impeccable design – clean lines and intense harmony – with breath-taking performance provided by two outboards with maximum installable power of 600 hp by Paola Bertelli - ph. Courtesy by Sacs Tecnorib

he Pirelli logo with its unmistakeable stretched-out letter P tells the

streamlined look enhanced by harmonious lines. The layout of the

story of a company founded over 150 years ago in the early days of

walkaround deck reflects the precise specifications of owners seeking

the rubber industry. The brand is now a hallmark of creative innovation

boats that can be used as a maxi-RIB operating as a shadow boat or

and glamour. It entered the yachting world in the 1960s, producing, of

day cruiser with exciting performance. It has a top speed of 54 knots.

course, rubber dinghies. The PIRELLI RIBs (rigid inflatable boats) of

Sacs Tecnorib has equipped the PIRELLI 30 with outboard motors

today, produced by Sacs Tecnorib, licensee of trademarks PIRELLI and

only, although its larger stablemates also offer an inboard option. This

P. for Speedboats, offer a combination of sportiness, comfort and design

decision emphasises the sporty approach underpinning the model’s

in two ranges - Tender and Walkarounds.

development. The most powerful version mounts two 300 hp Mercury

The PIRELLI 30 is the smallest of the Walkarounds. Designed, like its

units, while 2x250 hp option is also available.

big brothers the PIRELLI 50, 42 and 35, by legendary studio Mannerfelt

The slim tubes, the absence of anchor point at the bow, the light T-top

Design Team, is a high-performance, aggressive craft with a clean,

and the sleek angled receding windscreen shape the boat’s outline.

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Maxi RIB, shadow boat or day cruiser, the PIRELLI 30 appeals to a wide clientele. The hull design is by Mannerfelt Design Studio, a legendary name in the competition craft world

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The aft deck features a galley unit, two facing seats and retractable

With a length of 9.80 metres and a 3.30

central table, making it possible to transform the dining area into a

metre beam, PIRELLI 30 is powered by two

large sunpad. Sacs Tecnorib offers two solutions for the bow area - the

outboard motors. The most powerful version

first fully reflects the walkaround philosophy with two side units for

mounts two 300 hp Mercury engines.

free passage in the centre, making it possible to “close the circle” by

An other configurations offered is

enabling passengers to walk freely around the perimeter of the boat,

with 2x250 hp engines

while the second, intended for sun lovers, makes full use of the available beam to feature a spacious sunpad. On both versions the central unit with helm station conceals a storage space with washbasin and head. Access to the sea at the stern is facilitated by two wide side deck sections projecting back over the water and integrating smoothly into the cockpit. The Pirelli “trademark” can be found on the tubes and above the anchor locker forward in the form of non-skid surfaces with the Pirelli tyre tread pattern.

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Time

Capsule by Diego Tamone

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A contemporary shape with an aesthetic drawn from centuries ago, hosting a movement that dates back to the late 19th century. The Armoriale is a unique example created by Parmigiani Fleurier to celebrate a special moment

ime as a constant becoming, but also a measurable phenomenon, a succession of states organised along the straight line of our memory of the past, the

passage of the present and an expectation of the future. These ideas have been argued about by physicists, historians and philosophers, finding a more concrete expression from the 16th century thanks to a portable mechanical object designed

Above, the engraved and Grand

to display it in an artificial way. A wearable timepiece that found its true role from

Feu enamelled back of the

the 17th century onwards in the form of the pocket watch. The classic turnip pocket

Armoriale by Parmigiani Fleurier.

watch, a generic, even reductive term used for ordinary timepieces and admirable

The design recalls the triangular

pieces of mechanical artisanality. Small “timeless time machines” that can still

rose floor of the Sala dei Giganti

fascinate us with their beauty and historical content. In late 2023 all this encouraged

of Palazzo Te in Mantova.

Parmigiani Fleurier to celebrate the birthday of its founder and honorary president

Opposite page, its movement

Michel Parmigiani by perfecting the Armoriale, a pocket watch with 58.2 mm white

and the dial decorated with a

gold case made is a single example, a unique synthesis of the Master’s technical

Florentine-style pattern

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Above, clockwise: two stages of the burin engraving on the case back. The complex manual creation of the white gold chain. The final result – the decoration is in Grand Feu enamel. Bottom, left, a preliminary sketch of the Armoriale pocket watch

expression, with a tangible yet also symbolic value. The company has created a movement with chronograph complication and minute repetitions dating back to 1890 made by the Geneva-based Golay Leresche & Fils but restored recently by Michel Parmigiani and modified by him to add a perpetual calendar function. It’s an ideal bridge across the centuries, decorated in the same way as when it was used in 18th century Geneva by cabinotiers, the expert artisans in métiers d’art working in their studios, light-filled workplaces on the top floors of their buildings. It is aesthetically and creatively enhanced by the artisanal talent of a master enameller, an engraver and a chain maker.

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LE VOYAGE RECOMMENCÉ A TRIBUTE TO TRADITION, A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE

This page, the Panthère Givrée necklace - white gold, aquamarines, lapis lazuli, onyx, emerald, diamonds. Next page: opposite, left, the Sama Necklace - white gold, sapphire, diamonds; right, the Miraggio necklace - white gold, sapphires, emeralds, onyx, diamonds

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[ JEWELS ] An unwavering passion for the world and diverse cultures, a marvellous journey that explores and surpasses new boundaries of preciousness in the latest high jewellery collection by Maison Cartier

by Gianfilippo Versari - ph. courtesy by Cartier

narrative of elegance, history, and modernity that transcends time.

telling a unique story, expressing the individuality of the wearer. Launched in

A journey that began in far-off 1847 and continued in 1899 with

mid-2023 and including more than 90 never-before-seen pieces, the result of

the opening of Louis Cartier’s first boutique at 13 rue de la Paix.

Cartier’s High Jewellery Creative Director Jacqueline Karachi’s aesthetic talents,

A legendary 170 years-plus history for a maison synonymous with luxury and

this inspiring journey was later complemented by a second chapter at the end

innovation, craftsmanship, and inventive design. Today, with the latest high

of the year, consisting of five extraordinary pieces inspired by foreign cultures

jewellery collection, that journey begins again.

and the natural world.

Echoes of a bygone era resonate in every meticulously crafted piece, paying

Travelling with Cartier is symbolic, referencing the history of the Maison,

homage to the archival treasures of the Maison, with nods to the iconic likes of

which is now part of the Richemont Group with over 2,000 boutiques on five

the amethyst and turquoise necklace made for the Duchess of Windsor in 1947.

continents brimming with exclusive creations and pieces inspired by its own

The collection, a majestic symphony of historical reverence and contemporary

vast artistic and archival heritage.

brilliance, is a testament to the Parisian brand’s unwavering commitment

One of the dominant motifs is the spirit of exploration and curiosity about

to artistic evolution. Its very name - “Le Voyage Recommencé” - effortlessly

distant lands, cultures, and traditions, a driving force that has always led to

encapsulates the essence of a reinvigorated journey, with each individual piece

wonderful journeys translated into equally wonderful high jewellery creations,

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[ JEWELS ] an inheritance of a lineage more contemporary than ever. But this is also an inward-looking journey, a form of catharsis through © Cartier / Iris Velghe

which the Maison challenges and confronts its foundations with a new, unexpected perspective, in which savoir-faire and creative registers are revisited through a different vision. Precious pieces with geometric shapes and the Maison’s great signature, the Panther, are tinged with colour, thanks to magnificent and unique stones, shining with intrinsic light. Geometric shapes, clean lines, and a perfect balance of volumes. Rigorous jewels, sometimes angular, yet exuding the elegant harmony that only great creatives and experienced goldsmiths can magic into being. One of the dominant themes is the allure of different cultures as seen in © Cartier

the Dohara necklace inspired by the Mughal jewels of India, which took six master craftspeople a year to create. On one side, it sparkles with diamonds, white gold, and sculpted rock crystal, while the other is an

explosion of lacquered elements in red, green, and blue, an homage to This page: top,

Cartier’s famous colour palettes. Inspiration comes not just from heritage

Ondule ring

but also from extraordinary stones. On the one hand, the importance of

- white gold,

light, the purity of lines, the balance of shapes and volumes, the interplay

fancy grey-

of proportions that creates a sense that each piece is in complete harmony

violet diamond,

with the collection. A powerful vision that presides over the birth of light

diamonds;

structures, as seen in the Sama necklace, inspired by whirling dervishes,

below, the

and developed using CAD technology, making it perfect in its three-

Claustra

dimensionality: a glorious wave composition around a 19.27-carat Ceylon

necklace -

sapphire. Then, on the other hand, we have geometry and contrast, both

platinum, onyx,

hallmarks of the brand’s style, developed around symmetry or asymmetry

diamonds.

and the power of opposites. A case in point being, of course, the Claustra

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necklace, in which the interplay of contrasts is achieved through a

top, the Dohara

combination of perforations with white diamonds and black onyx,

reversible

completed by a 4.02-carat briolette-cut diamond. Animal themes are, as

necklace -

always, dear to Cartier, with the reinterpretation of symbols like the famous

white gold,

panther, both in terms of the scene-stealing Panthère Givrée necklace,

rock crystal,

in which realistic details of the head meld with the abstract aspect of the

coloured

pixelated coat, spotted with onyx, and the Hypnotic Panthère necklace, in

lacquer,

which the great cat’s head is sculpted using the ancient glyptic technique,

diamonds;

an engraving art dating back to ancient Egypt. Another example is the

below, the

Bailong brooch, which draws inspiration from the dragon, a creature

Bailong brooch

present in various Asian mythologies; a symbol of protection and power

- white gold,

that dominates a 30.11-carat octagonal tourmaline and clutches a yellow

tourmaline,

diamond in its claws. Finally, still on the animal theme: the “Peacock,”

yellow

in its captivating chromatic shades of blue and green, takes centre stage

diamonds

in Miraggio, a necklace with a hypnotic effect, a masterpiece of sapphire and emerald setting. “This collection is a great opportunity to delve into the essential themes of the Cartier style. To explore them in greater depth, take a fresh look at them, nurtured by the spirit of the time. Approaching them with a contemporary eye to go further,” declared Jacqueline Karachi, Cartier’s High Jewellery Creative Director, who led this powerfully creative voyage. “A journey back to the heart of Cartier creation, an uninterrupted story being told over time”.

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The use of stone, glass, and feature pools beautifully merges the physical aspects of the property with the natural surroundings

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The residences are set in lush tropical gardens. Many are frontline to the ocean and all enjoy incredible views

rafted by the acclaimed architect Rafael Amuchastegui and his

historical charm, featuring stunning coral and white stone exteriors

team in Miami, these 12 bespoke residences redefine island living

enhanced by rich wood tones that embody the essence of the Blue

with a seamless blend of glass and stone, capturing panoramic views of

Mountains’ early roots.

the sky, shoreline, and sea.

Designed for breathtaking oceanfront living, these residences boast three

A collaboration between renowned developers Stan Hartling of Hartling

to seven bedrooms, open floor plans, and expansive spaces both inside

Group and original developer Mark Franz, The Villas at Blue Mountain

and out that exude laid back elegance and charm. Ranging from 5,000

offer a unique serviced community of 12 private homes. Each residence,

to 10,358sq.ft, each home naturally features high-end finishes with an

a testament to the team’s expertise showcased in award-winning resorts

optimal use of glass and stone, oversized decks, private pools, and optional

such as The Palms and The Shore Club, combines modern luxury with

lifestyle amenities such as fire pits, elevators, and additional guest suites.

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The Villas at Blue Mountain offer a unique serviced community of 12 private homes. Each with an, open-plan layout and a luxurious alfresco lifestyle

Set on approximately 0.5 acres of land, each residence includes access

afield you will find Chalk Sound National Park and Northwest Point

to a shared beachfront terraced grotto and relaxation area with elevated

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