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See inside 5 secret cabins on luxury yachts where crew members sleep and shower

• Luxury yachts have tiny, tucked-away cabins where crew members sleep.
• Insider went onboard five luxury yachts to see what these cabins were like.
• One crew cabin featured a bunk bed on top of a washing machine.

Sailing and motor yachts, especially those that go on charter, usually have crew to serve the owner or guests.

That means there needs to be space inside the yacht for crew to sleep, relax, wash, and store their belongings.

Insider visited five luxury yachts that feature tucked-away crew cabins. The Princess Y72, worth around $3 million, can accommodate eight people in four cabins. One is an optional crew cabin accessible from the lower deck.

There were two very narrow single beds in the cabin, as well as a private bathroom and storage space. The interior design was similar to the guest cabins.

The tiniest crew quarters I came across were on the Sunseeker 74 Predator yacht. There were three guest cabins on the main deck and a crew cabin on the lower deck.

Crew members access their cabin from the rear deck. The door is easy to miss.

Steep stairs lead down to the teeny crew cabin. The first bunk sits on top of the washing machine.

A second bunk sits under the first. There wasn't much space to move around.

It was pretty dark inside, with the only natural light coming from a small porthole.

Next to the stairs was a slim bathroom with toilet, basin, and shower.

The Princess F65, worth about $3 million, has many luxury features including a barbecue and wet bar, as well as four cabins.

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The optional crew cabin was accessible on the right-hand side of the lower deck, opposite the jet skis.

There were two single bunks, wardrobes, and an ensuite bathroom. It was slightly more spacious than the other cabins I saw, although the window was still very small.

The Oyster 595 sailing yacht, which costs nearly $3 million, has a champagne fridge and various gadgets.

It has four cabins, including one optional cabin for crew. This tiny cabin was located in the middle of the yacht next to the stairs up to the main deck.

The bed was very narrow and sat on top of storage cupboards. There was a small porthole next to the bed looking out onto the sea.

This $5 million sailing yacht, the Oyster 885, comes with a bathing platform and sunroof.

The crew cabin, next to the kitchen, was a long, narrow room with two single bunks. There was also storage space.

The captain's cabin was much more impressive, with its wide bed, roomy ensuite bathroom, and wall-mounted TV. Of all the crew quarters I saw, it was by far the most luxurious.

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Superyacht Etiquette - The Dos & Don'ts On Board

With yacht charter being the pinnacle of luxury travel, the etiquette on board is part of what makes the whole experience so special. From what to wear to how to treat the crew with respect, we help you prepare for the ultimate yachting vacation.

What is yacht etiquette? Simply put, it lays out the unspoken, accepted standards of behaviour on board and varies from yacht to yacht. Larger, more luxurious charter yachts are more likely to have a formal and sophisticated structure in place, while if you opt for a smaller yacht with fewer crew, they may be more involved in your day to day charter with a less formal relationship.

Before boarding your yacht, you’ll fill out a preference list on everything from your favourite Champagne to what you’d like to eat for breakfast – the more details you can give the better so your crew can get a head start on making sure they have everything on board.

Be sure to inform the captain of any special requests in advance – if you’re looking for a relaxing charter away from the hustle and bustle of city life, they would know to avoid Monaco. Equally, if you want to see and be seen, a charter to a remote island off Corsica might not be your thing. The captain and crew take time to research what guests enjoy, so the more information you can give them the better.

Dividing the rooms

Often there will be one principal player who is inking the charter contract and footing the brunt of the bill, or the charter party might consist of two families or a number of couples who intend to share costs equally. Typically the principal charterer would be given the master cabin but, in the case of mixed groups, many yachts have more than one sizeable suite to accommodate.

When choosing a yacht, look for one that has a few master-worthy VIP cabins and decide who will sleep where in advance to avoid any surprises later.

Respect your crew

Respecting the crew, including their privacy and time off, is at the core of yacht etiquette. Working and living on board a luxury yacht  is a challenging role, so to ensure the crew can deliver a seven star service, it’s essential to respect their rest time. The galley and crew quarters are also out of bounds for guests.

What to pack

If you’re planning on exploring the Arctic, it’s probably not worth packing a skimpy sundress, and likewise if you’re wintering in the Caribbean, leave your ski jacket at home. You’ll also need fewer shoes than on other types of holiday as a ‘no heels’ policy means you’ll mostly be barefoot on board, while ashore you’re likely to spend a lot of time with your toes in the sand. Luxury beach towels and toiletries are provided and the interior crew will take care of laundry and ironing.

Collaborate with your captain

It’s also important to heed your captain’s advice on itineraries and matters of safety – they are the experts after all. You might be desperate to go to that cluster of remote islands but, if there’s a storm coming and your captain won’t take you, you can be sure it’s for the best. The same may apply to the use of water toys if conditions or local regulations do not permit. 

Bring a nanny 

While many yacht crew are great with children and are happy to plan fun activities for them, it’s not really their job to be your children’s minder. Bringing your own nanny is like bringing a part of home – someone familiar and more qualified to take care of your child while you’re on board. If your children are happy then you will be too.

Take safety seriously 

Safety is the primary responsibility of the captain and crew, and they take it very seriously. They are legally required to ensure the safety of guests at all times, so make sure you listen to the safety briefing at the start of your charter which covers emergency protocol, life jackets and life rafts. Similarly, mind the rules – if your yacht doesn’t allow smoking, heed your captain’s advice before lighting up.

Respect other yachts around you

When you’re in a marina, it’s important to lower the volume in the early hours. Equally, when you’re out on your jet skis, it’s important to respect the privacy of other yachts at anchor. It might be tempting to get up close and see who’s on board, but others might not appreciate the attention.

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Built for Adventure: Everything You Need to Know About Today’s Explorer Yachts

What is an expedition or explorer yacht .

Most yachts are designed to cruise inland and coastal waterways but in reality, very few are built to voyage the world’s oceans. It is only these bluewater vessels, known as explorer or expedition yachts, that can take you on adventures to the most remote, spectacular, and pristine corners of the globe.

A few decades back, these long-range motoryachts were called “ trawlers ” after the commercial fishing trawlers they often resembled, topped by enclosed pilothouses that frequently featured reverse-slanted, “ North Sea ” windshields. But over the years, the trawler yacht category became crowded with “wannabe” boats that only looked like their rugged offshore counterparts. In reality, many of them were unable to venture very far from the coast.

Enter the true explorer yacht – a vessel that is purpose-built to be seaworthy and self-sufficient enough to serve as a luxury platform for oceangoing expeditions that are virtually without limits.

“ The whole idea of an expedition yacht is how the owner intends to use his or her boat. We are working on the first Cheoy Lee 107 Explorer project now. It’s a boat capable of going practically anywhere in the world ,” said Jon Overing of Overing Yacht Design , the naval architect who collaborated with Cheoy Lee Yachts on its new Explorer Series .

“ The whole idea of an expedition yacht is how the owner intends to use his or her boat. We are working on the first Cheoy Lee 107 Explorer project now. It’s a boat capable of going practically anywhere in the world ”

What gives an expedition yacht “go-anywhere” capability?

It’s not just one single aspect of the vessel’s design, construction, or outfitting. With the world’s best explorer yachts, it’s the entire package.

“ I think any viable explorer yacht has be based on a full-displacement hull. That type of hull makes a better sea boat than a semi-displacement or planing hull … Full displacement hulls also inherently have more volume, and you need more volume to fit the mission profile for an expedition yacht. ”

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What to look for in explorer yacht design and construction, full-displacement hull.

Sufficient speed

Historically, full-displacement vessels tended to be slow through the water, making up in seaworthiness what they lacked in speed. “ The image in everyone’s mind was a 10-knot boat, but it doesn’t have to be that way ,” Overing said. Today’s full-displacement hull designs, notably our fast-displacement hullform that Overing has developed for the Cheoy Lee Explorer Series .  Overing’s fast-displacement hull combines superior seakeeping, optimum range and efficiency at 9 to 10 knots with the capability of running over 14 knots if needed to avoid a storm or make up time in a tight itinerary. With a speed/length ratio of 1.6 – 1.7, the Overing fast-displacement hulls are capable of well exceeding theoretical hull speed allowing higher speeds if the owner chooses the higher horsepower options.

Bulbous bow

Seaworthiness

Practical profile.

Take the Cheoy Lee Explorer Series , for example. These multi-deck yachts sport graceful superstructures that are skillfully wrought in aluminum by Cheoy Lee Shipyard artisans . They feature spacious on-deck gathering areas, including flybridge, bridge and lower aft deck lounges, designed for sunbathing, dining and entertaining. They even boast aft beach clubs that are ideal for launching myriad watersports adventures.

“The exterior styling of an explorer yacht doesn’t have to look like a tugboat. It can be modern, classic, traditional – however you want,”

At the same time, however, expedition yacht design should address the long, rough passages the yacht will frequently face. Typically, these yachts have high bulwarks, full pilothouses and Portuguese bridges designed to protect the yacht from seas breaking on deck. The new Cheoy Lee Explorer 132 , which features an aft-pilothouse design is an excellent example of form following function while still displaying an eye-catching profile.

High-tech construction.

Classification.

“ It’s another system of checks and balances you are bringing into the project. I view it as an insurance policy for the owner ,” Overing said, adding, “ If you are building a good boat to begin with, there’s not a lot of cost difference in building it to class. ” Cheoy Lee Explorer Yachts are available built to Lloyd’s ✠ 100A1 SSC Yacht Mono G6 classification.

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Commercial-grade equipment.

Maximized storage..

Well-laid-out crew areas.

Bespoke owner/guest accommodations.

Satellite communications.

Tenders & toys., have it your way:, building a new explorer yacht.

There are pre-owned expedition yachts on the market today that come in all makes, models, sizes, vintages, and levels of bluewater capability. An owner who elects to purchase a brokerage boat is best advised to develop a mission profile for his or her desired vessel in advance and then choose the boat that ticks off the most boxes on that list. How far do you want to go? How many guests do you want to bring with you? It’s important to determine all your desires and needs before you start shopping for a yacht.

“ It’s always a compromise with a pre-owned explorer yacht. It’s someone else’s design for another owner ,” said Panu Virtanen, vice president – sales, Cheoy Lee Shipyard North America. He added, “ Who built it and how was it built? Does it have maintenance issues? It’s important to find out. ”

Use a surveyor with a proven track record to determine whether there are any hidden problems with the pre-owned yacht. And if you decide to go ahead with the purchase, many brokers recommend keeping a budget in reserve to refit the vessel. You may need to update the electronics and stabilizers, and you probably will want to change at least some of the furnishings and the soft goods. The yacht also may need its classification certificate renewed. “ That can be an expensive process ,” Virtanen cautioned.

Building a new explorer yacht with a reputable shipyard, on the other hand, will ensure you get the vessel that fulfills your individual dreams for global exploration. “ You can get exactly what you want ,” he said.

The shipyard can help you to put together a team dedicated to designing the best expedition boat for your mission profile, including members of the shipyard’s management, design and engineering teams, the yacht’s naval architect and interior designer, along with your captain, yacht broker, and yacht management company, if you so desire. This “ dream team ” will be dedicated to creating an explorer yacht that is unique to you.

“There is no ‘perfect boat’, but when you build one, you can come extremely close to getting the explorer yacht that is perfect for you”

Do you want a main-deck master suite with panoramic views so you can see spectacular scenery you when you wake up each morning? Do you want to be able to cook breakfast for your family yourself in an eat-in galley on a sunny Sunday morning? Would you like to be able to soak in a Jacuzzi on the flybridge, watch a film on the foredeck, or fish from the aft deck? Or do you fancy a beach club where you can lounge virtually at eye level with the sea, hop onto a Jet Ski whenever the mood strikes you, and enjoy a cocktail while your yacht’s underwater lights attract an “ aquarium ” full of exotic fish? “ There is no ‘perfect boat ’, but when you build one, you can come extremely close to getting the explorer yacht that is perfect for you ,” Virtanen said.

Who builds the best explorer yachts?

If you plan to build a new explorer yacht, it’s important to consider working with a shipyard that has a commercial shipbuilding pedigree in addition to a proven reputation for launching high-quality luxury yachts. Longevity, integrity, and family are key factors behind a successful shipyard. Few shipyards around the globe can boast more than 150 years of experience under continuous operation by the same family, like Cheoy Lee.

“ Cheoy Lee Shipyard has 150 years of experience in building commercial vessels that operate 24/7 in demanding conditions. That is the philosophy of the commercial side of the company, and it carries over to all the explorer yachts that we build as well. ”

It’s also important to research other expedition yachts the shipyard has launched in the past. Have they won awards and voyaged 200,000 nautical miles through most of the world’s oceans in a decade, like the 146’7” Cheoy Lee expedition yacht Dorothea III ?

“If you plan to voyage far, you need to be able to rely on your yacht in any conditions anywhere in the world. That experience is what you look for in a shipyard when you are building a true expedition yacht.”

“ Cheoy Lee Shipyard has 150 years of experience in building commercial vessels that operate 24/7 in demanding conditions. That is the philosophy of the commercial side of the company, and it carries over to all the explorer yachts that we build as well ,” Virtanen said. “ If you plan to voyage far, you need to be able to rely on your yacht in any conditions anywhere in the world. That experience is what you look for in a shipyard when you are building a true expedition yacht .”

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Moonen 110 Mustique

34m / 279GT Status: Available now Price € 17,000,000*

The debut of the world’s finest 34m yacht.

Build number YN202 is the first Moonen 110 Mustique (34m/279GT). The Moonen 110 Mustique is an exciting and contemporary long-range steel yacht with a subtle nod to our Moonen heritage. Enquire now about the Mustique YN202 for sale and immediate delivery at €17 million* including full warranty until September 1, 2025

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Superior craftsmanship wrapped in timeless beauty.

We select only the finest materials and best performing components, all integrated with unrivalled Dutch engineering and attention to detail. Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, the Moonen 110 Mustique recaptures the impeccable quality and ocean-going capability of past generations of Moonen yachts.

Bridge Deck

Main Deck Aft

Fore Deck lounge

Swim Platform

Bridge Deck scheltered seating

Designed for the future with a nod to the past.

We created the Moonen 110 Mustique together with designer René van der Velden. The design is a fresh evolution following our Moonen 84 and Moonen 97 deliveries, which are still highly sought-after years after production ceased.

Moonen 110 Mustique YN202

Take a 360-degree interactive tour.

Step on board the first Moonen 110 with a comprehensive 360-degree interactive walk-through on all three decks. Imagine life on board, enjoying every space with all your senses at sea. (View with a fast internet connection for best quality).

High volume means more space to enjoy.

You’ll notice immediately the Mustique’s grand proportions and interior volume typical of a much larger ship. The generous outdoor deck spaces include an impressive top deck of 72m 2 (775ft 2 ).

Travel quietly, comfortably and safely.

The Mustique’s steel hull offers the highest safety at sea as well as a strong and stable feeling in the water. The extremely low noise and vibrations levels result from outstanding engineering and attention to detail.

Head to the marina in your fast 7.5m tender.

When you arrive, enjoy unlimited fun with your family and friends with your big tender, sailboats or other toys. Fill up the spacious Lazarette with your favourite water sports toys and inflatables.

Original interiors by Studio Indigo

For the Mustique YN202, we partnered with London-based interior architects Studio Indigo. The studio’s designers drew on the vintage 1980 layouts of Moonen yachts to create a modern concept with a subtle nod to Moonen’s heritage.

“The layout is open and spacious

with clean fluid lines that guide you around the yacht, highlighted by curved organic forms that envelop and cosset, creating a relaxing and comforting interior.”

— Mike Fisher, co-founder and creative director Studio Indigo

Owner Stateroom

Owner En-suite

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Wake up to the most spectacular views

The modern forward-facing Owner Stateroom has 180-degree panoramic views. Walk through to the Main Salon where floor-to-ceiling glass captures natural light and ocean vistas.

The top performing yacht designed for a top performing crew

For those with a love of cuisine, the Mustique’s spacious Galley is highly functional and aesthetically pleasing. The Bridge Deck’s enclosed Wheelhouse is a beautifully finished space to survey your surroundings with 360-degree views. The crew area is designed for high functioning professionals for days at sea. Below the crew quarters and in the Lazarette, the yacht has more than enough space for equipment, tender and toy fuel, supplies and waste management.

Highlights. Excellence in every detail.

• Full beam Owner Stateroom with 180-degree panoramic views over the bow
• Exceptionally quiet and still – the Owner Stateroom at anchor with generator running has a noise level of just 39dB(A)
• Sleek profile with surprising volume at 279 Gross Tonnage and a high ceiling point of 2.15m (7ft)
• Displacement hull speed of 13.4 knots with economical operation – as low as 57l/hr (15 US gallons per hour) underway @ 9 knots with generator running
• Long-range transatlantic capability (3900 nautical miles @ 9 knots) with safe and stable steel hull
• 2m (6ft 6in) max draft ideal for cruising shallow waters and accessing anchorages such as the Bahamas
• Choose a large tender up to 7.5m (24ft) with max weight: 1500kg (3307lbs)
• Superior Dutch design fully built in the Netherlands and backed by our unique 2-year warranty

Deck layouts. Explore the General Arrangement.

Use the menu below to switch between the deck plan views. On each deck, the markers reveal more about the features on board.

Specifications. Brought to life by precision 3D engineering.

Primary specifications.

Length overall	34.04m (111ft, 8in)
Beam max.	7.50m (24ft, 7in)
Gross Tonnage	279GT
Maximum speed	13.4 knots
Range	3900 nautical miles @ 9 knots
Number of Guests	10 guests (1 Owner Stateroom, 2 VIP Staterooms & 2 Guest Cabins)
Number of Crew	5 crew (1 Captain’s Cabin and 2 Crew Cabins)

Main Dimensions

Length overall	34.04m (111ft, 8in)
Beam overall	7.50m (24ft, 7in)
Draft max.	2.00m (6ft 7in)
Gross Tonnage	279GT
Maximum speed	13.4 knots
Cruising speed	12 knots

Guests	10 guests (1 Owner Stateroom, 2 VIP Staterooms & 2 Guest Cabins)
Crew	5 crew (1 Captain’s Cabin and 3 Crew Cabins)

CONSTRUCTION

Hull	Steel
Superstructure	Aluminium

Diesel Engine	2 x Caterpillar C18 ACERT
Power rating	E-rating, each 447 bkW

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Economical speed @ 9 knots	57l/hr (15 US gallons per hour)
Cruising speed @ 12 knots	160l/hr (42.4 US gallons per hour)
Maximum speed @ 13.4 knots	232l/hr (61.3 US gallons per hour)

SOUND LEVELS

Main Salon	55db(A) / 37db(A)
Owner Stateroom	49db(A) / 39db(A)
Wheelhouse	49db(A) / 39db(A)
Guest VIP Staterooms	55db(A) / 39db(A)
Guest Cabins forward	48db(A) / 32db(A)
Crew Cabins	48db(A) / 37db(A)

Exterior design	René van der Velden Yacht Design
Naval architect	Diana Yacht Design
Interior design	Studio Indigo Ltd.

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The ultimate expression of the Pershing thrill. The Pershing 140 is not only Pershing’s first all-aluminum superyacht. It is also the first yacht with a raised helm station directly connected to the sun deck. It is the first to set the area dedicated to the owner on the main deck and is also the first to have a beach area that can open fully on three sides.

The profile of the Pershing 140 displays the sleek lines that symbolize the brand's sporting, competitive spirit, enhanced by such iconic details as the two side wings integrated into the superstructure at the beginning of the walkways. The distinctly contemporary shape of the bow enhances the model's aerodynamics, guaranteed by the mooring cover with an automatic up/down mechanism that maintains the streamlined design.

Pershing 140 comes with four MTU 16 V 2000 M96L 2600 HP engines. The hydro-jet propulsion assures excellent performance levels, both at cruising and maximum speed. Consistent with the Pershing DNA, the domotics and electronic systems are all state-of-the-art and coniugate performance with well-being and relaxation. Three Seakeeper 35s guarantee absolute comfort even while at anchor.

The three large decks and spacious outdoor areas make living on board the Pershing 140 extremely comfortable. The revolutionary stern area architecture is designed to enhance onboard entertainment and is exhalted by the large beach club right at the water’s edge. To offer a personalised and unique thrill, all on-board decorations are tailored to reflect the owner’s style.

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Aquarius: Modern classic masterpiece makes for a surprisingly sensible superyacht

• August 27, 2020

Named for the sign of astrological quality, this stunning 186ft world-cruising ketch is the result of serious sailors challenging the best of the best to produce something elegant, fast and seaworthy. Rupert Holmes reports

A demanding brief for Aquarius from experienced sailors has produced a masterpiece from some of the most experienced and talented brains in the superyacht world. Within five months of handover she had already clocked up 11,000 miles.

It’s often tempting to sum up new yachts with a short phrase describing their key characteristics. The brief for Aquarius included that she should be, ‘an elegant, muscular sailing yacht with a classic profile for family enjoyment’. But that barely scratches the surface of the main requirements for this giant ketch.

The owners also wanted a yacht that would combine good seakeeping characteristics with performance, reliability and quality. Essential features included relative simplicity, robustness of systems and a contemporary interpretation of elegant, classic lines, with a clean and uncomplicated appearance.

Aquarius ’s graceful lines and timeless shape belie a rugged world cruiser configured to be self-sufficient for extended periods when voyaging well beyond the popular Med and Caribbean circuits. In addition, the yacht is welcoming for family and friends, while providing sufficient performance to compete in superyacht regattas .

Designed to perform

“The owner loves sailing, so top performance was important,” says Dykstra’s Erik Wassen, who led the design team. “Not to the level of a racing yacht, but having the feeling of sailing well and being responsive like a smaller yacht.” A further stipulation was that the boat should not be experimental. The result is a sensible superyacht interpretation of a performance yacht.

With a whopping 50ft of bow and stern overhangs, there’s far less internal volume than might be expected for a yacht of this length. Also maximum beam is less than one-sixth of the overall length. Even so, any temptation to spoil the lines by raising the black-painted freeboard to provide more space for systems was successfully resisted.

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Considerable work and talent was therefore needed to fit all the requirements into the slender hull. The design team repeatedly honed the arrangements until everything would fit, including adequate space for crew accommodation and servicing of systems.

A fixed 4.8m draught keel fits with the theme of simplicity, while also freeing up the internal space that a lifting or telescopic keel would otherwise occupy. Wassen says: “If it was for optimum performance, you go to seven, eight, nine, ten metres.” The problem is that quickly stops being practical, so his aim was to: “try to get her in the same sort of harbours as the J Class yachts – you can still enter St Barth’s Bucket , for instance.”

Computational Flow Dynamics (CFD) work informed the final hull shape. “In our first hull design we noticed the centre of effort shifted when going from close-hauled to a beam reach to running,” says Wassen. “By optimising the hull shape in the CFD we could minimise that effect, giving much more equal rudder pressure on different points of sail.”

A sense of scale as the seemingly tiny figures prepare the mizzen staysail

The response and feel of a smaller boat was achieved “through having an ample sail plan – the boat has lots of sail – and giving her lots of stability,” he adds.  “We kept her as light as possible, which is always difficult because of the weight of the systems and of the ballast needed to provide stability.”

Aquarius ’s skipper James Turner has been very impressed with the handling so far: “With the correct sail plan Aquarius is a delight on the helm, responsive with weight to the wheel,” he reports. “Contrary to what her length and volume might suggest, she feels lively yet forgiving, almost playful on the wheel.”

A clean and uncluttered deck layout was a key priority, but was rendered more difficult by the lack of bulwarks. The profiles of both deckhouses were kept as low as possible, while individual sails are sheeted to similar points, which concentrates deck gear in discrete locations.

Despite her significant sail area, push-button controls mean Aquarius can be sailed by three

Clustering several different items into a single feature also helped to achieve this goal. For example, the boxes for vents and skylights ahead of the main deckhouse also form the backrests for the cushions when this area is used for sun lounging. In addition they house discrete B&G units that provide headsail and spinnaker trimmers with the key data needed for racing.

Project manager Godfrey Cray was keen to use halyard locks to reduce the number of winches around the mast base – the final arrangement has just two winches here instead of the usual four. Attention to detail extends to the cowl vents that have a protection ring of black composite below the polished stainless steel caps so that there is no chance of lines snagging.

The large mizzen was a feature from the inception of the project and provides a powerful configuration for fast reaching and downwind sailing with the mizzen staysail set. A further advantage of this sail plan is that no compromises were needed to keep air draught below the Panamax limit.

Optimised hull shape and big sail area means Aquarius has the response and feel of a smaller yacht

Doyle Sails New Zealand was involved in the project from an early stage, which gave time to tweak the sail plan and for aerodynamic and finite element analysis work to optimise the deck layout and improve overall load predictions. Aquarius is a fast enough boat for the apparent wind to often be forward of the beam.

A 1,580m2 running asymmetric spinnaker is included in the inventory and is clearly important when racing. However, optimisation of the reaching sails was also a priority to enable Aquarius to realise her enormous potential. In addition to the main and mizzen a 460m2 mizzen staysail and 770m2 Code 0 boost the sail area to an impressive 2,200m2 when reaching.

Rondal performance furling booms are a key means of simplifying sail handling , without compromising performance. They allow control of the foot tension of the sail, while providing a very practical means of reefing and stowing the sails.

“Typically, these systems are getting more and more reliable,” says Wassen. “There are hardly any boats that are not specifying them, except for some that go all the way to more racy slab reefing systems to reduce weight aloft.”

Square-top sails were shunned because of the difficulties of handling the top batten. However, the large roach main and mizzen still require running backstays, which are handled by captive winches. “They take more space and are heavier,” says Wassen, “but the captive winches mean you always have the opportunity to ease the runners under load if you have to make an unexpected tack or gybe.”

The twin wheels are positioned far enough outboard to give good sight lines to the bow and the rig. Key sail controls are also located at each helm station to facilitate easy handling. A drawback to this, though, is that you can’t always see the function you’re adjusting.  “It’s something we don’t often do,” says Wassen, “and making it look inconspicuous and classic is difficult.”

The solution was a more modern style console with a lot of controls that are fully concealed by hinged teak covers when not in use. This enables the boat to be sailed with only three people on deck.

Key challenges

While the brief for Aquarius deliberately avoided pushing hard against the boundaries of engineering and materials technology, there were still many challenges to overcome before the owners’ vision and dream could be realised.

In particular, a huge effort was needed to fit the accommodation and systems into the low-volume hull. This involved an iterative process between four parties – naval architect, interior designer, the engineers at Royal Huisman, and the owners – to ensure systems and adequate crew quarters could be accommodated, while leaving enough space for the owner and guest accommodation to meet the brief.

There is plenty of relaxation space split across Aquarius’s three cockpits

Interior designer Mark Whiteley initially presented two concepts – one for a relatively dark panelled interior, the other with mahogany furniture and trim balanced by white wall spaces. After the two had been mocked up at full scale for a section of the boat, the owners chose the lighter option. Whiteley subsequently described his challenge as creating, “a light and contemporary classic feel, rather than a more sombre and historically referenced one”.

While this early decision informed the big picture, he says the finer details needed careful judgement to give the boat its unique feel. The final coat of white paint on the wall panels, for instance, was brushed by hand to provide additional character and interest. He says: “This added to the relaxed informality and chic, understated quality you might associate with a house in the Hamptons.”

The main cockpit is the primary social hub of the boat, so considerable effort was put into refining it. This extended to the folding arrangements for the tables and to the design of the additional fold-away seats that face the main U-shape seating areas.

Mahogany joinery is balanced by white trim

The owner wanted a single floor level in the deckhouse, without a higher level for the seating areas, while retaining a view through the windows when sitting down. The lower edge of the windows therefore needed to be brought down as far as possible, which in turn provides a lot of natural light. The skylights also help to flood the interior with natural light.

Two versions of the magnificent owner’s suite were mocked up full-size to ensure every aspect was optimised to the maximum extent possible. There’s ample natural light from the large oval fan light around the mizzen mast, plus four port lights.

The bed is positioned to give a view towards the stairs to the private aft deckhouse, which opens onto its own cockpit. Attention to detail extends to secure stowage for water carafes and personal items.

Natural light floods into the owner’s suite from large fanlights around masts

Guest accommodation includes two double suites, plus a further flexible cabin that’s primarily configured as a twin. Two extra berths can be provided here to accommodate a larger number of children, via a Pullman on the inboard side and a recessed bed that drops down from the deckhead on the outboard side. A great deal of effort was expended to ensure there is no evidence of these extra beds when the cabin is in its normal mode.

There’s also a fully equipped gym, plus a lower saloon, with a huge cinema screen and top end concealed sound system. Quarters for up to 10 crew are provided in five cabins forward. This area has its own access from the foredeck, while guest areas can also be reached from the galley.

What does Whitely like most about the accommodation? “The relaxed feel and the balance between the classic and the contemporary, it really works. I also like the owner’s suite a lot: it’s a fantastic living space.”

The owner’s suite includes private aft deckhouse

Aquarius is the latest addition to a very distinguished lineage of modern classics produced in the past decade by a collaboration between Dykstra and Royal Huisman, including Kamixitha , Meteor and Pumula .

It’s a stunningly successful partnership that, with Aquarius , has produced another beautiful new superyacht that combines the ultimate in elegance with superlative comfort, style and performance.

Specification

LOA: 56.18m (184ft 4in) LWL: 41.17m (135ft 1in) Beam: 9.51m (31ft 2in) Draught: 4.80m (15ft 9in) Displacement: 264 tonnes Mainsail: 520m2 (5,597ft2) Mizzen: 440m2 (4,736ft2) Blade: 430m2 (4,628ft2) Air draught: 58.50m (192ft 11in) Spars: Rondal carbon with Rondal/Carbo-Link continuous standing rigging

First published in the July 2019 issue of Supersail World.

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Downsizing: Superyacht owners on the joys of small boats

Speed, simplicity and go-anywhere ability. Superyacht owners who also own smaller boats tell David Edwards why sometimes size isn’t everything...

“This is a one-of-a-kind boat, it’s spectacular,” says one excited owner who is about to take delivery of a new yacht. “It did the trick,” says another of the boat he’s just traded in, “but it was nothing like as sophisticated as this new one. This is just a whole new generation of boat.” A third expectant sailor is equally enthusiastic about his new vessel. “It’s very cool,” he says animatedly, “and it has everything I need. Everything.”

They are talking about different boats, but the one thing the boats have in common? They are all considerably smaller than superyachts. In fact two of them are just 16 and 14 metres long.

All three owners are hugely experienced sailors who have or have had bigger boats in their fleets. One has a 47 metre Heesen ; another had a 40 metre Sanlorenzo Alloy; a third sails a 38.8 metre Claasen . But they are as one in extolling the virtues of their new smaller boats. So what’s the appeal?

Bob Book , owner of the Heesen Book Ends , has run a Viking 62 sportfisher for a few years and is taking delivery of a new “one-of-a-kind” Viking 82 CMY. At 25.4 metres, it’s hardly a small boat but, like the others, he has clearly felt the need for a diminutive companion to his larger yacht. “A bunch of guys with very big yachts are buying Vikings,” he says.

Pat Healey, CEO of the New Jersey based boat builder, backs that up. “Today, 20 per cent of our customers each year are buying their Viking as either their second or third boat, their first boat being 45 metres plus. A lot of them are like Bob, they’re yachtsmen all their life. They ran their own boat for years and then graduated to the big motor yacht, the megayacht field, and of course that came with captain and crew. But they still enjoy operating and want to be involved in the running of their boat and without question that’s what we’re seeing today.”

Book loves fishing in a smaller yacht, but the big boat owner in him expects superyacht standards on board – and his new boat delivers. “It is so well finished and thought out,” he says. “It’s got five staterooms, plus the crew quarters in the back. It’s got a beautiful open galley and an enclosed bridge.”

It seems the smaller boats are growing up, at least in terms of the comfort, the fittings and the technology that is packed in on board. And speed. “On this boat, I can go 30 knots and you’re closer to the water, so you get that whole sensation that first got you hooked on boating," says Book. "You get that invigorating excitement when you’re cutting through the water and you really feel it. That’s what keeps me hooked.”

Crew, or lack of them, is also a factor all the owners highlight. “What are the advantages of a smaller boat versus the big boat?” says Book. “Top of my list: less crew drama. It’s easier, more simple and more fun.”

Thomas Haffa admits that for him, at 66, the appeal of the smaller yacht is partly “an age thing”. Haffa has a 13.4 metre Rivarama Super that will take him and his wife on day trips around Sardinia this summer. “Coming to our age, we found out that we loved to be on the boat without crew. Me and my wife are happy spending time together on the small boat. We have our privacy, we have our freedom. I don’t need to argue with anybody. I argue only with me.”

He’s owned the 27 metre Wally Tiketitoo and a 35 metre Benetti as well as the 40 metre Sanlorenzo 4H (now 4A ) – and to an extent he has “been there and done that” with bigger boats. “Once you have done Saint-Tropez and Porto Cervo and all these places 150 times, you know them,” he says. On a smaller boat, you’re out of the scene, under the radar and free to explore new places in a different way.

But it’s his new “riverboat” that he’s particularly excited about. He had a 15 metre Linssen Grand Sturdy 500 on which he and his wife travelled from Amsterdam to Istanbul by river and then back via Montenegro, starting four years ago. That boat has been traded in and a new Grand Sturdy 500 AC Variotop – all 16.5 metres of it – is on its way. “We crossed the Black Sea on the last one in 40 knots of wind, no problem. The boat is fantastic. My sons think it’s not very nice but I think it’s beautiful.”

Haffa’s new Linssen sums up the real appeal of the new generation of smaller boats. In terms of spec, finish and technology, they are light years ahead of the smaller boats that Haffa and his contemporaries knew in their earlier sailing years.

“My Linssen is a pocket-sized superyacht. I have everything I have on the superyacht on this boat. Everything. But I don’t need an engineer. I don’t need a stewardess. I don’t need a captain. And I don’t need a deckhand. My deckhand is my wife.

“You have a bow-thruster, you have a stern-thruster, you have two engines, I have all electronic equipment, everything. And my wife sometimes becomes seasick. On my riverboat, she never becomes seasick. Even on the sea, because the boat is steel, it’s so heavy. This little boat is 33 tonnes, so it is deep in the water and you have the stabilisers. Fantastic!”

The owner of the 38.8 metre Claasen Atalante is also pleased with the tech on his smaller boat. His 14.6 metre Eastbay 44SX, by Grand Banks, has three cabins, a small platform aft with a hydraulic lift for an aluminium RIB and he had an additional gyro stabiliser fitted. It also comes with the Zipwake trim-control system. “I’ve been very impressed with that,” says the owner. “The nice thing about it is it’s computer-controlled so when you’re running at speed the gyro doesn’t work as effectively but this thing controls pitch and roll automatically as you’re going along.”

He refers to how “non-stressful” the Eastbay is to operate and own. “You’ve always got a space in a marina. You can tuck it into small spaces... it doesn’t take a lot of swinging room. You can pull it out of the water and dry-store it in a hurricane-proof building, which is important in Florida and the Bahamas.”

It can also do 26 knots. And that’s another serious advantage smaller boats have over their bigger brethren. “You can outrun the weather,” says the Eastbay owner. He lives for six months of the year in the Bahamas and uses the boat there – and the lower draught is a major benefit in the shallow waters. “You don’t have to worry about the depth because it only draws 3.3 feet [one metre] so you can get around very easily.”

Bobby Genovese has a similar set-up: he owns the 46.9 metre Feadship BG but lives on Paradise Island in the Bahamas. “[ BG ] draws 10, almost 11 feet [three metres],” he says, “so all of a sudden where I can go is completely limited.” That partly explains why he is another small boat fan and his pride and joy, a Lazzara 75 LSX that he had extended to 23.7 metres, “draws four and a half feet [1.4 metres] of water. You can go everywhere: Florida Keys, the Exumas…”

So for the experienced yacht owner, smaller boats offer not so much the opportunity to go back in time to the sort of craft they began in – but a key to unlock their future. They are practical tools to explore the paradise destinations in which they can now afford to live, and they offer superyacht standards and spec, just in smaller packages.

Healey says that at Viking a lot of work has gone into this progress. “We spend $15 million a year on R&D and we have a 45-person design and engineering group,” he says. “The steering systems that we’ve developed, the weight savings that we’ve developed. These boats are 25 metre motor yachts with a 32 knot top end and a 25-26 knot cruise. We’re not talking about displacement boats. We’re talking about performance motor yachts.”

Genovese loves his Feadship. “It’s a six-star, floating resort with every toy imaginable,” he says. “But the more I think about it the more I like the smaller ones.” He owns a 22.5 metre Sunseeker Predator and “absolutely loves and adores” the Lazzara he’s had for nine years. “It’s probably, for me anyway, the best designed boat in that size. I looked at all of them. The galley, it’s all open from the floor to the ceiling, so you get all of the light. It gives you the feeling that you are in this giant kitchen, which is always the gathering place. It just gives the boat such a big feel.”

And for Haffa, his smaller boats bring him just as much joy as anything bigger he has ever owned. “There’s no difference,” he says. “The excitement when you pick up the 40 metre boat or a Wally, which is really exciting, or my river boat; it’s the same.”

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Spitfire is lightweight in construction but punchy in terms of performance and range, according to Bannenberg & Rowell. The studio didn’t share any details regarding the propulsion system but says the “super-nimble” yacht can cruise “electrically and silently,” can hit 22 knots, and cover up to 3,500 nautical miles.

Spitfire is designed to run like a workhorse but offers all the requisite mod cons. Bannenberg & Rowell has stuck with the old naming conventions in a nod to the newcomer’s military roots. The layout includes buddy quarters (guest cabins) and a wardroom (salon) with an opening roof, as well as a scramble station (helm) and a fun store (gym). The owner doesn’t just get a lavish suite, but also a private, forward area with a Jacuzzi. Other highlights of the yacht include an outdoor cinema, a grill, and a beach club with fold-out terraces.

Spitfire is one of Bannenberg & Rowell’s smaller and more understated creations. The studio previously penned a 367-foot superyacht with two cinemas, two jacuzzis, a large wellness center, a 33-foot pool, a DJ station, and a jazz bar, for example. That may have resulted in a shorter production time. Bannenberg & Rowell says the vessel is due to be delivered in 2026.

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May 18 2015

88’ DOMINO SUPER: the Coupé Evolution

It is Super, and not just because it is extraordinary, but also because this suffix, in Riva yachts names, marks the evolution of the of the Riva range. The 88’ Domino Super - the heir of one of the best sellers in the brand’s sporty line - will make its debut with a World premiere in mid-May in Monte Carlo, while waiting to be presented to the international public next September, during the 2015 edition of the “Cannes Yachting Festival”. "The 88’ Domino Super has an equally ambitious and fascinating task" - explains Ferretti Group’s Chief Commercial Officer, Stefano de Vivo. “The new coupé is much more than simply a restyling. It is the result of a painstaking design process aimed at further improving a very successful model, which can boast a sales record of approximately twenty hulls produced and sold all over the World. The outcome of this process can now be admired on the 88’ Domino Super, as well as the 88’ Florida, which we will be proud to present on the same occasion. These two new models will brighten the Summer season and will be in the spotlight - together with the third new Riva, the 76' coupé - at the next ‘Cannes Yachting Festival, where they will be presented to the public". The 88’ Domino Super is bound to set new standards in the yachting sector in terms of style, comfort and performance. Boasting an overall length of 26.70 meters (87.7’) and a beam of 6.30 meters (20.8’) it is the result of the cooperation between Officina Italiana Design - the design firm led by Mauro Micheli and Sergio Beretta that pencils the entire Riva range - and Ferretti Group’s Engineering Department. This yacht immediately strikes the eye for its slender, streamlined profile, which is further highlighted by the colour of the hull, a dark grey that has been named ‘London Grey’. The same innovative colour shade can also be found in some deck details and harmoniously contrasts the light grey (‘Moon Grey) of the superstructure. Other important design solutions bear witness to the great value of this evolution: - the new sundeck highlights the yacht’s sporty character, while offering guests additional comfort; - the outdoor pilot station has been moved to the central part of the boat and has a very limited size, thereby making room for a large sofa at the bow; - the large continuous hull glazing, featuring a very aggressive design, extends across the yacht, almost like an arrow, from the central part of the boat to the extreme bow; the stainless steel plate bearing the Riva logo, just in the middle of the glazing, is the 'seal’ on this masterpiece; - the fully-restyled aft area completes the yacht’s dynamic features; its outstanding technical equipment and solutions perfectly harmonize with the craft’s sporty look and offer additional comfort to all guests, making technical operations extremely easy. “Dynamism and brightness, to let speed take the guests' breath away and nature soothe their senses with its beauty. This is what I have in mind when I describe the 88' Domino Super" - stated designer Mauro Micheli. “And this first impression is joined by great satisfaction for all the solutions that we, from Officina Italiana Design, and the Riva and Ferretti Group engineers and designers have managed to refine further on an already largely appreciated model. I am referring to the elegant hull shade and the sophisticated light and dark colour contrasts in both the exterior and interior décor, as well as to the interiors, flooded with natural light. All these solutions stir deep emotions in me and I can't wait to see them ‘live’ in the sea, the yacht's natural habitat". AFT AREA AND COCKPIT Extensive changes increasing the guests' comfort and making the crew's work much easier can immediately be noticed in the aft area. The transom, which can be lowered completely into the water, offers a convenient platform to dive into the sea and get back onboard, besides making tender launching and hauling operations much easier, also thanks to the inclined base of the garage. The engine room too has been reorganised, installing some of the main appliances in the most easily accessible areas. These solutions too stem from the constant cooperation between Riva, the captains, and the crews that over the years have managed the various 86' Domino yachts produced by the shipyard, and who have played an active part in their constant improvement, leading to this new 88-footer. The cockpit can be reached from the transom via a few steps located on the sides. It is a real outdoor lounge, furnished with a comfortable C-shaped sofa/chaise longue, beyond which another sofa stands in front of the dining table. Some outdoor foldable chairs, stored in the table base, can seat up to 6 people. The cockpit is completed by a low cabinet with a sink, on the port side, near the access to the crew quarters, while to starboard, under the stairs leading to the sundeck, another unit contains the icemaker and a storage compartment where, upon request, an additional pilot station can be installed, allowing to manage mooring operations from this area. MAIN DECK Beyond the glass door, access is gained to the main deck interiors, featuring - from stern to bow - a living room, a dining room, and the pilot station. The salon is an open space enjoying a magnificent view over the sea - a glaring example of Riva’s unmistakable style. A harmonious blend of wood, leather, and polished stainless steel, further highlighted by the LED lighting system, characterizes the onboard décor, both on the main deck and below deck. Extremely sophisticated solutions can be admired inside: striped rosewood - a dark wood with reddish grains - combines with 'Ice White' or dark leather to create impressive contrasts, resulting in a classical, refined elegance that is further enhanced by the natural light shining through the continuous glazing along the sides and the front windshield. The living room is furnished with two sofas to portside faced by a third one on the right-hand side, all by Knoll and in ‘White Artic Sea’ leather, combined with decorative cushions by Hermes and Dedar. A steel and dark-leather coffee table completes the furnishing. Walking further, the dining area is located on the left: the large glass and leather table features a section that can slide towards the center, thereby allowing up to 8 people to enjoy a pleasant meal sitting on the 'Donald' leather chairs by Poltrona Frau. Starboard, two low cabinets can be used to store all tableware and glassware. The forward area has been modified from the previous model: moving the pilot station to the starboard side has allowed to install a storage compartment at medium height, separating the two stairways leading to the galley, on the left, and below deck, in the center, respectively. This has also made it possible to install a new windshield, supported by a central stanchion, while right of the pilot station there is now an electric window similar to those found on motor vehicles. The two-seat pilot station itself is concealed by a ceiling-high wall on which the TV screen has been mounted. The TV can be electrically oriented towards the dining area. The rearrangement of the bow area has also led to a partial restyling of the galley: located on the mezzanine floor, it can also be accessed directly from the portside outdoor walkway; it has no ceiling panels and thus makes the most of the incredible amount of light ensured by both the hull glazing and the windshield. LOWER DECK A first flight of stairs allows reaching the lobby, which leads forward to the three guest cabins, while to starboard, towards the stern, a door opens up onto a second series of steps taking to the full-beam master stateroom, located amidships. This very airy cabin, which benefits from plenty of natural light thanks to the two hull windows and the portholes, is furnished with a low cabinet and a desk/vanity set to starboard. The furniture includes other freestanding units that can be chosen by the Owner. The double bed, on the left-hand side, is in front of the wall-mounted TV screen. Behind the cabin, across an access room, are the Owner’s bathroom and the large walk-in wardrobe, which is completed by two additional wardrobe modules, one in the access room and the other one forward, beside the stairs. The Owner’s bathroom, characterized by innovative design and décor solutions, features two Capannoli washbasins, fitted with Ritmonio taps, standing in front of the toilet. The shower can be found to portside; it is separated from the rest of the bathroom by a glass door and has shiny black walls and a white Corian floor. The three guest cabins - all with ensuite head and separate shower - are very bright thanks to the new hull glazing. The two standard guest cabins are one to the right and one to the left of the lobby - the former has single beds, while the latter is furnished with a sliding double bed. The VIP cabin is located at the extreme bow, and features a double wardrobe. On this 88’ Domino Super the crew quarters, located behind the master stateroom and having direct access to the engine room, include two cabins with bunk beds; an 'in-column' washing machine and, upon request, tumble dryer; the galley area, opposite the dinette; and the head. SUNDECK AND FORWARD AREA The 88’ Domino Super’s sporty DNA is expressed to the fullest by the new sundeck. A large C-shaped dinette, forward, can be found in front of the outdoor pilot and control station, whose new position, in the central part of the boat, ensures the best possible yacht management. Large relaxation areas can be found aft, featuring a spacious central sun pad. More space is available on the deckhouse, at the bow, where guests can enjoy the utmost privacy sitting at the dining table in the dinette facing forward or relaxing on the large central sun pad. ENGINES AND PERFORMANCE The new Riva coupé yacht can boast performance values at the top of its class. In the standard version, the yacht is equipped with two MTU 16V 2000 M93, 2435 Mhp engines, allowing it to reach a maximum speed of 38 knots and a cruising speed of 34 knots. As an option, two MTU 16V 2000 M94, 2638 Mhp engines can be installed instead, pushing the yacht up to 40 knots and ensuring a cruising speed of 35 knots (preliminary data). In order to offer the utmost comfort even when the yacht is at anchor, two Seakeeper stabilisers can be installed, upon request, aft of the engine. Moreover, to make mooring operations even easier, a second propeller can be installed aft, in addition to the forward one.

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Luxury Revamp: Elevating Superyacht Crew Quarters with Stylish Refits

• Post author By eclipse
• Post date November 27, 2023

A superyacht represents the pinnacle of opulence and extravagance, with its sweeping decks, sumptuous interiors, and meticulous attention to interior and exterior upholstery; it beckons those privileged enough to step aboard into a world of unmatched luxury. Despite the grandeur of the guest areas commanding attention and appreciation, the unsung heroes of the superyacht experience are undoubtedly the crew members. They are the invisible hands that orchestrate the seamless operation of the vessel, ensuring every voyage is executed with the utmost precision and care.

The Importance of Crew Quarters

Amidst this world of extravagance, the crew quarters often remain hidden from view, overshadowed by the importance of the guest areas. These private sanctuaries hold significance for the crew. They are the spaces where yacht crew members can relax, rest, and recharge, ensuring they are always at their best for the yacht and its guests.

Recognizing the importance of these quarters, superyacht owners and captains are increasingly turning their attention to enhancing the comfort and functionality of these spaces through upholstery refits. This essential refurbishment breathes new life into the crew quarters, transforming them into havens of relaxation and rejuvenation.

Crew Comfort

Crew members, the linchpins of any successful superyacht operation, find their spirits lifted when their living quarters are both comfortable and aesthetically pleasing. The crew’s well-being and job satisfaction are intrinsically linked to the state of their surroundings, whether it’s the plush interiors where they relax or the exterior spaces where they might unwind after a demanding shift. Well-designed spaces are the difference between, weariness and motivation, for the crew. We understand that for the crew, this area is ‘home’.

We take pride in crafting yacht crew upholstery and cushions that not only offer unrivaled comfort but also embody a commitment to quality. Our discreetly placed date labels on these items serve as a subtle reminder of their lifespan, ensuring that yacht owners and captains can make timely decisions to put money into fresh, luxurious replacements as they age, maintaining the vessel’s opulence and appeal.

Upholstery refits are not just a luxury but a practical choice that encompasses both interior and exterior spaces. High-quality upholstery materials, specifically chosen to withstand the wear and tear of life at sea, can endure for years. However, even the most durable materials can begin to show signs of use over time. This is where refits come to the rescue, effectively extending the lifespan of the soft furnishings in both interior and exterior areas. 

A Strategic Investment

Refitting superyacht crew quarters’ upholstery is not just an optional luxury but a strategic investment in crew onboarding, comfort, operational efficiency, and the overall appeal of the vessel. By focusing on enhancing crew comfort, extending the lifespan of soft furnishings, and ensuring a clean and healthy living environment, owners and captains can maintain a superyacht that continues to impress on the high seas while keeping the crew content and motivated. In the world of superyachts, it is the crew that makes the magic happen, and it is their well-being that deserves the utmost attention and care, most especially in terms of their personal spaces.

We understand the importance of efficiency without disruption of their living quarters plus accuracy and precision when it comes to refitting yacht soft furnishings. That’s why we have the ability to digitize the crew quarters into a 3D digital model, allowing the manufacture of your new upholstery without disturbance to normal crew operations. Our experienced team uses high-tech equipment and software to capture all the details of the space, the layout and dimensions. With this 3D model, we can accurately design patterns for the refit process, ensuring that every detail is taken care of. Our clients can have peace of mind knowing that their crew quarters will be transformed into luxurious and comfortable spaces, all thanks to our innovative and advanced digitizing efforts. Ready to elevate your superyacht crew quarters with stylish upholstery refits? Contact Eclipse Yacht Furnishings today to discuss your next project. Our team of experts will work with you to create the perfect solution to meet your yacht’s unique needs and ensure your crew’s comfort and satisfaction.

We strive to provide efficient and timely service, and once your new coverings are manufactured, we are proud to offer reupholstery services for crew quarters that can be completed in just one day if underlying foams are in good condition. If foam replacement is necessary due to wear, an additional day may be required.

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