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ICON Yacht MAIDELLE among finalists for ShowBoats Design Awards 2013

March 14, 2013

ICON Yachts is thrilled to announce that one of its yachts has been once again shortlisted to participate in the eagerly awaited ShowBoats Design Awards and this time in no less than three categories. Luxury yacht Maidelle has been nominated as a finalist for the interior, exterior as well as layout at the ShowBoats Design Awards 2013.

Luxury motor yacht Maidelle by ICON Yachts

Luxury motor yacht Maidelle by ICON Yachts

Motor yacht Maidelle is currently cruising the Mediterranean Sea. After hand-over just of the snow blizzard ridden coast of Norway in January, she headed straight South to prepare for her charter season. During her build ICON Yachts worked close together with exterior designer Redman Whiteley Dixon and interior designer Cristiano Gatto.

The delicate exterior art of using unadulterated surfaces to sculpt a defined and fresh looking exterior has been used to great effect. During the detailed development of superyacht Maidelle, important characteristic elements of this particular arrangement emerged. This owner’s mantra has consistently been “a simple, young boat with perfect quality.” – Justin Redman, Redman Whitely Dixon

Superyacht Maidelle - Exterior

Superyacht Maidelle - Exterior

“The fundamental interventions in the layout reflect the owner’s needs to create wide entertainment areas, both formal and informal, to share with his guests, but it also reflects his need to allow himself roomy spaces for his privacy.”- Cristiano Gatto

The shortlisted designs will now be put forward for a second round of judging by a fully independent judging panel of yacht owners, senior yacht crew and acclaimed naval architects, designers and stylists from within as well as outside the marine industry, who will decide the winners of the coveted golden Neptune trophies.

Luxury yacht Maidelle - Interior

Luxury yacht Maidelle - Interior

If luxury yacht Maidelle will be one of the winning yachts, the winners will be announced during a glittering gala evening at the Monaco Opera House on June 21.

Below are galleries for the luxurious charter yachts with design by Redman Whiteley Dixon and Cristiano Gatto.

Redman Whiteley Dixon Charter Yacht Images

Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - Her Profile4
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - ...
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - Aft Sundeck with Sunbeds
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - ...
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - Her Profile
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - ...
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - Outside Dining For 12 With Sunshade
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - ...
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - Helicopter Shot1
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - ...
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - Forward Bow Sunpads And Viewing Area
Andreas L Motor Yacht (ex Amnesia) - ...
More: Redman Whiteley Dixon Image Gallery

Cristiano Gatto Charter Yacht Images

MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Profile2
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Profile2
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Flybridge
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Flybridge
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Jacuzzi
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Jacuzzi
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Fly Dining
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Fly Dining
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Dining
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Dining
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Entertainment
MIDNIGHT SUN MILOU Entertainment
More: Cristiano Gatto Image Gallery

Nominations for ShowBoats Design Awards 2013 to close on February 15

February 13, 2013

The nominations for this year’s ShowBoats Design Awards will close on February 15. This prestigious event will honor the creative teams behind the most innovative and inspiring yachts, delivered in 2012.

The Golden Neptune Trophies for the Showboats Design Awards Winners

The Golden Neptune Trophies for the Showboats Design Awards Winners

Many superyacht owners and the world’s leading yacht designers and builders have already submitted entries for this year’s Awards, which will be presented during a gala evening at the Monaco Opera House.

Following the close of entries on February 15, Boat International Media’s senior editors will meet to screen the nominees, trimming the list to a smaller number of outstanding finalists. These finalist designs will be put forward for a second round of judging by a wholly independent panel of yacht owners, senior yacht crew and acclaimed naval architects, designers and stylists from within as well as outside the marine industry to decide the winners of the golden Neptune trophies. Finalists will be announced on March 5, 2013.

Any person may nominate a yacht, with the limitation that this person must be able to provide the requested information to support their nomination. To qualify, all yachts must be of over 30 meters in length and have been completed and delivered to their owners between January 1, 2012 and December 31, 2012.

The full list of categories and entry requirements can be found on the ShowBoats Design Awards website.

An international audience of yacht owners and industry professionals will come together to witness the presentation of the 2013 Awards at the Monaco Opera House on June 21. Following the prize giving ceremony, guests are invited to the Yacht Club de Monaco for an evening of fine food, music and entertainment.

This year’s Awards evening once again takes place during The Rendezvous in Monaco, a four-day event for superyacht owners, and we anticipate that many of the finalist yachts will be participating in the full program of yachting activities and glamorous social occasions.

HOW TO ATTEND THE GALA EVENING
Tables and individual tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online.

Table of 10 – €4,000 plus VAT
1 ticket – €450 plus VAT

Priority will be given to superyacht owners and the designers of the finalist yachts.

For further information on the ShowBoats Design Awards, it is advised to visit the website or contact:

Holly Lunn | Events Manager
Tel: +44 (0) 208 545 9336
Email: holly.lunn@boatinternationalmedia.com

Nigel Campbell | Chairman of the Jury
Tel: +44 (0) 7890 583 416
Email: nc@nigelcampbell.com

Additional images of the 50 m superyacht conversion project by Matthew Wilkinson and Kyle Foster

February 05, 2013

Developed by two young and talented designers Matthew Wilkinson and Kyle Foster, the highly innovative 50-metre superyacht project represents a unique conversion of a Chinese research vessel into a modern luxury motorboat. Finalists for the ‘Young Designer of the Year Award‘ at the acclaimed ShowBoats Design Awards 2012, Wilkinson and Foster have created a flowing yet edgy 50-metre yacht design with plenty of special features and details, including a unique ducktail.

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Superyacht Conversion Project

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Motor Yacht Conversion Project

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Project

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Project

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Luxury Yacht Conversion Project - Dining

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Luxury Yacht Conversion Project - Dining

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Design - Dining

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Design - Dining

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Project - Salon

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Project - Salon

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Superyacht Conversion Design - Salon

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Superyacht Conversion Design - Salon

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Design - Master Cabin

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Design - Master Cabin

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Luxury Yacht Conversion Project - Master Cabin

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Luxury Yacht Conversion Project - Master Cabin

Highly innovative 50 m yacht conversion project by Matthew Wilkinson and Kyle Foster

January 30, 2013

Two talented designers, Matthew Wilkinson and Kyle Foster, finalists of the “Young Designer of the Year Award” at the prominent ShowBoats Design Awards 2012, have converted a Chinese research vessel into a modern superyacht. Keeping original features in terms of both styling as well as manufacture, the 50 m Wilkinson and Forster yacht conversion project represents an elegant and realistic design.

50 m yacht conversion project by Matthew Wilkinson and Kyle Forster

50 m yacht conversion project by Matthew Wilkinson and Kyle Foster

Using their combined experience with both naval and automotive design, Wilkinson and Foster have created a flowing yet edgy design with many interesting features and details. Exterior features include a unique ducktail and aft beach design, an extensive forward pool and bathing area, and a multipurpose flybridge with a bar and hot-tub. The 50m Wilkinson and Foster yacht also features several exterior dining areas.

In addition, the exterior features several seating areas, flowing decking, and glass floors and railings. The materials and colors used also convey a powerful modern aesthetics.

The main feature retained from the donor vessel is the funnel, which has been redesigned to be more modern and to feature prominently within the 50 m Wilkinson and Foster superyacht’s interior.

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Project - Salon

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Project - Salon

Saloon
The aft-facing open plan saloon is a sophisticated living space which boasts a chic bar cut directly from the exterior funnel and also features a lowered seating area. Dual height creates a feeling of two rooms and provides an intimate atmosphere for entertaining. A glass ceiling, which is also an exterior feature, optimizes the flow of light throughout the yacht and creates an even greater feeling of endless space.

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Design - Dining

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Design - Dining

Dining Room
More than half the perimeter of the stylish dining area is open to the adjacent deck. This brings the feeling of outdoor dining inside while providing all the luxuries of indoor entertaining. Floor-to-ceiling sliding windows mean this area can be enclosed completely during inclement weather. Here the 50 m Wilkinson and Foster luxury yacht’s funnel is used to create a large contemporary dining table and the combination of luxurious materials and colors creates a unique focal point.

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Design - Master Cabin

50 m Wilkinson and Foster Yacht Conversion Design - Master Cabin

Master Cabin
In keeping with the stylish design, the master cabin boasts large windows and fold-down beach platforms for optimal views. Gentle copper features and eye-catching woodwork blend with the functionality of the room and the stunning bed becomes a focal point. A walk-in wardrobe and roomy dressing area provide additional space and luxury.

Luxury motor yacht ReSeadence 50 concept by Benjamin Julian Toth

September 30, 2012

‘The Young Designer of the Year Award’ winner at the prestigious 2012 ShowBoats Design Awards, talented Benjamin Julian Toth has received the coveted golden Neptune award for his motor yacht ReSeadence 50 concept. ReSeadence 50 superyacht represents an amazing conversion of a former 50-metre survey vessel into a vessel of ‘cutting edge design’.

Luxury motor yacht ReSeadence 50 concept by Benjamin Julian Toth

Luxury motor yacht ReSeadence 50 concept by Benjamin Julian Toth

According to the owner´s request to restyle the exterior of his vessel above main deck level and develop a new, general arrangement, ReSeadence 50 yacht transforms the research vessel character to a luxurious and elegant explorer. The unconventional exterior appearance communicates the fusion of a classic and contemporary design language, and enables a reinterpretation of the former utility areas. Marginal changes on the original hull are supported by the characteristic colour split up, in order to give the original main body a new look.

ReSeadence 50 superyacht - side view

ReSeadence 50 superyacht - side view

Nevertheless, the cut out section of the former hull was kept, restyled, and turned into a formal key element, which can be optically traced throughout the entire ReSeadence 50 superyacht. The white upper part is inspired by modern architecture and expresses the option of long time residence and a loftlike interior concept. Apart from the multifunctional utility deck, which is one of the main features, the bowsection offers a beachclub which can be fully closed or opened up, providing fully equipped areas for activities of all kind. Former fishtanks provide a generous space for a tender and toy garage as well as additional storage compartments.

Luxury yacht ReSeadence 50 concept - view from above

Luxury yacht ReSeadence 50 concept - view from above

The characteristic windowlines show the core of the interior concept of luxury yacht ReSeadence 50. While the front section of the main deck appears rather protective and enclosed, the rear opens up and offers panoramic views through its floor-to-ceiling windows. These can additionally be opened up, enabling an inside/outside saloon towards the spacious aft deck.

Superyacht ReSeadence concept - rear view

Superyacht ReSeadence concept - rear view

Apart from the saloon and dining area, as well as two bars, this deck offers four fully equipped guest rooms. The versatile front deck enables a generous “beach-club” relaxation area near to water level. The bow unit holds a convertible outdoor bar, an elevated spa pool, a selection of outdoor furniture as well as dining and barbecue facilities.

50m motor yacht ReSeadence 50 - Exterior

50m motor yacht ReSeadence 50 - Exterior

ReSeadence 50 superyacht - Interior

ReSeadence 50 superyacht - Interior

The master suite aboard superyacht ReSeadence 50 profits from its panoramic windows and offers a light-flooded loft, with an open bathroom allowing maximum views right out of the jacuzzi. Sliding glass doors open up to a shaded balcony, creating an inside/outdside atmosphere towards the aft. The master’s sun deck incorporates a hot-tub and seatings, as well as a bar unit and generous deckspace for sunbathing mattresses.

Alloy Yachts to attend the MYS 2012 with luxury yacht VERTIGO on display

August 31, 2012

The overall winner of this year’s ShowBoats Design Awards, the 67-metre sailing yacht Vertigo will be exhibited at the next Monaco Yacht Show. Boasting modern hull lines and almost vertical bow, Vertigo superyacht was launched by the NZ builder Alloy Yachts in 2010. She is designed by renowned Philippe Briand.

Luxury sailing yacht Vertigo by Alloy Yachts

Luxury sailing yacht Vertigo by Alloy Yachts

Beautiful and comfortable accommodation aboard Alloy superyacht Vertigo is provided to up to 10 guests in 5 lovely cabins. There is a spacious Owner’s stateroom and four guest rooms, all situated on the lower deck. Vertigo carries an attentive crew of 11.

Twin Caterpillar C32 DI-TT diesel engines can propel the 67m megayacht Vertigo to the top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.

Below is a selection of the luxurious charter yachts by Alloy Yachts.

Alloy Yachts Charter Yacht Images

Sailing yacht DRUMBEAT
Sailing yacht DRUMBEAT
DRUMBEAT Salon
DRUMBEAT Salon
DRUMBEAT Dining
DRUMBEAT Dining
DRUMBEAT Aft Deck
DRUMBEAT Aft Deck
DRUMBEAT Master
DRUMBEAT Master
DRUMBEAT Master Office
DRUMBEAT Master Office
More: Alloy Yachts Image Gallery

Axis Group Yacht Design awarded Golden Neptune for the 70m luxury yacht NUMPTIA (now renamed to yacht HIGH POWER II)

July 02, 2012

Horacio Bozzo, from the Italian Design and Engineering Company ‘Axis Group Yacht Design‘ is happy to announce the 70m luxury motor yacht NUMPTIA (now motor yacht HIGH POWER) has won the prestigious Naval Architecture Award in the Motor Yachts category during the 2012 ShowBoats Design Awards taken place on the 22nd June at the Grand Casino in Montecarlo.

Superyacht NUMTIA with naval architecture by Axis Group Yacht Design - winner of the Naval Architecture Award at ShowBoats Design Awards

Superyacht NUMTIA with naval architecture by Axis Group Yacht Design - winner of the Naval Architecture Award at ShowBoats Design Awards

This important event focuses on the essential design feature of the superyacht design and recognizes both innovation and creativity design skills of world top designers. The gold Neptune is the symbol of this prestigious recognition.

This is the second high profile award that Axis achieves in 2012 following the Best Yacht Designer of the Year in Asia back in May.

The stunning 70m Rossinavi superyacht HIGH POWER II (ex Numptia)

The stunning 70m Rossinavi superyacht HIGH POWER II (ex Numptia)

Motor Yacht NUMPTIA

… now renamed to motor yacht HIGH POWER II is a 70m vessel constructed by Rossinavi accommodating 12 guests in 6 spacious and luxurious cabins and features stunning curvaceous lines with dark navy blue hull and white superstructure. Large windows and glass sliding doors create an excellent indoor/outdoor flow and ensure spectacular views.

Pendennis’ catamaran Hemisphere wins two ‘Golden Neptunes’ at the 2012 ShowBoats Design Awards

June 28, 2012

The recently constructed luxury yacht Hemisphere and sailing yacht Akalam were named finalists in the prestigious ShowBoats Design Awards, with luxury catamaran Hemisphere announced as the joint winner of the highly regarded ‘Golden Neptune’ award in both the Sailing Yacht Interior Design as well as Interior Layout categories. The glamorous ceremony has taken place in Monaco on the 22nd June in the famous Monaco Opera House.

Hemisphere catamaran - Owner Suite - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Hemisphere catamaran - Owner Suite - Image courtesy of Pendennis

As the largest sailing catamaran in the world at 44.2m (145’) Hemisphere is renowned for her impressive interior space. The twin pontoons provide a beam of 16m allowing for a vast main salon area usually associated with much larger yachts. The naval architects, Van Peteghem Lauriot Prévost, and the interior designers, Michael Leach Design, coordinated the use of the interior layout over two levels to create a sense of luxurious social spaces balanced with guest privacy and crew accessibility, with a further television room and five guest cabins as well as the galley and crew quarters all linked to this central area. As Marc Van Peteghem explains “By splitting the hulls into multiple levels VPLP were able to provide two spectacular forward guest rooms, while still preserving the 360° views from the saloon.”

Luxury yacht Hemisphere - TV Lounge - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Luxury yacht Hemisphere - TV Lounge - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Having chartered yachts for many years the Owners of Hemisphere started the project with a very clear brief: to create a family friendly interior style, using practical and easily maintained yet luxurious surfaces and textures. During the project the Owner’s wife was involved with all details; “She knew what she liked instantly” says Mick Leach. Attention to detail is second to none, with a consistent organic theme reflected in the great variety of finishes: a total of 18 leathers have been used and 15 types of stone, doors are lined with wrinkled dark leather, waves of pebbles line the showers, distressed walnut storage units provide a smooth contrast to crocodile finishes.

Sailing catamaran Hemisphere - Forward Guest Cabin - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Sailing catamaran Hemisphere - Forward Guest Cabin - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Mick Leach commented on the awards “Hemisphere was an exciting project to be involved in. The result is an amazingly tactile and unique interior. There is an incredible level of detail throughout and MLD are delighted that our vision and the high level of craftsmanship from Pendennis, Based Upon and Metrica has been rewarded with the Interior Design accolade from the ShowBoats judges.”

Luxury catamaran Hemisphere - Starboard VIP Ensuite - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Luxury catamaran Hemisphere - Starboard VIP Ensuite - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Hemisphere yacht - Interior Finishing Detail - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Hemisphere yacht - Interior Finishing Detail - Image courtesy of Pendennis

Pendennis was proud to be a sponsor of the ShowBoats Design Awards and now looking forward to a busy period over the next couple of weeks as they welcome 13 yachts, over 500 industry guests (including MLD), and 350 crew to the Pendennis Cup which takes place from the 2nd-7th July in Falmouth.

Sanlorenzo SL94 yacht winner of the Environmental Protection Award at the 2012 ShowBoats Design Awards

June 26, 2012

The prestigious Italian shipyard, Sanlorenzo, is proud to announce that its Sanlorenzo SL94 yacht has been awarded the golden Neptune at the 2012 ShowBoats Design Awards, held on Friday, June 22nd in Montecarlo. Motor Yacht Sanlorenzo SL94 has received the Environmental Protection Award 2012.

SL 94 Environmental Portection Award 2012 - M.Viti-M.Perotti-P.Moretti-A.Mottino

SL 94 Environmental Portection Award 2012 - M.Viti-M.Perotti-P.Moretti-A.Mottino

I the elegant venue of the Monaco Opera House, in front of an international audience of superyacht owners, designers and industry leaders coming from al lover the world, a wholly independent jury comprised of yacht owners, senior yacht crew and acclaimed designers and stylists awarded the Sanlorenzo Technical Department’s work developing environmentally aware systems for the SL94 motor yacht that exceed the requirements of RINA’s Green Classification.

Sanlorenzo SL94 yacht

Sanlorenzo SL94 yacht

The jury were impressed by the use of electronic probes to monitor and prevent oil spillage, and electric actuators to prevent hydraulic oil leakage from the steering systems. Sewage treatment on board is carried out by an IMO-approved Hamann Super-Mini plant, while fuel usage and tank levels for the MTU 16V2000M84 main engines and the pair of ONAN 40kw gensets are continually monitored from the wheelhouse.

Three other key points that the judges noted are that the air-conditioning plant is optimised with an 180,000BTU chiller; that low consumption lamps are used throughout; and that the chosen anti-fouling paint is the Intersleek 970, classified as TBT-free by Lloyd’s Register. With regard to the wider construction of the yacht, the fibreglass hull is moulded using low-emission vacuum infusion techniques.

55m Galileo G superyacht from the Picchiotti Vitruvius series winner at the ShowBoats Design Awards 2012

June 25, 2012

The exceptional luxury yacht Galileo G by Picchiotti from the Vitruvius ® series has been awared the golden Neptune in the Exterior Design and Styling category of Displacement Motor Yachts from 30 to 59.99m at the prestigious ShowBoats Design Awards 2012, held at the exclusive Monaco Opera House on Friday, June 22nd.

ICE Class luxury superyacht Galileo G - a Picchiotti Vitruvius ® Series yacht

ICE Class luxury superyacht Galileo G - a Picchiotti Vitruvius ® Series yacht - Image courtesy of the Perini Navi Group

The award, the same award that was won by the first Picchiotti motor yacht from the Vitruvius® series, the 50 m Exuma superyacht, has arrived just months after the same yacht was awarded the “Best of the Best Custom Megayachts” prize from the prestigious American magazine Robb Report that each year finds and highlights the best products produced worldwide for Luxury Lifestyle.

Perini Navi’s Galileo G yacht was selected by Robb Report’s editors as “Best of the Best Custom Megayachts” in the just-released signature June issue. This 24th annual “Best of the Best” culminates an entire year’s search for the luxury world’s most exceptional new products and services.

Superyacht Galileo G by Perini Navi Group from the Picchiotti Vitruvius series

Superyacht Galileo G by Perini Navi Group from the Picchiotti Vitruvius series - Image courtesy of the Perini Navi Group

Motor Yacht Galileo G 55m Ice Class from the Vitruvius® series is the second of three motor yachts sold today by the Perini Navi Group and constructed in collaboration with Vitruvius Ltd and Philippe Briand. Built for efficiency and for navigating in total autonomy, Galileo G has been designed and constructed following the guidelines for Ice Class (ABS Ice Class IB) classification. The yacht can navigate the Northwest Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific through the Canadian Arctic Archipelago.

The third yacht in this Picchiotti brand from the Vitruvius® series – the 73m Vitruvius Superyacht hull C.2189 is currently under construction at the Picchiotti shipyard in La Spezia, Italy. It is scheduled to be delivered in 2013.

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