This ultra-luxurious superyacht boasts a lower level deck with panoramic glass walls

Superyachts at their core are synonymous with supreme luxury and a lifestyle that is all about living life large. Mostly privately owned by the filthy rich, these high-end vessels are loaded with extravagant amenities, helipads, multiple decks, and lavish accommodations for the guests and crew.

While you expect all these luxuries and tons more in a superyacht, rarely does one come across a vessel that’s a notch superior to the rest. Meet The Arc, is a concept yacht designed keeping in mind the demanding comforts and keen eye for design of the wealthy individuals.

Designer: Ali Cam

The superyacht is highlighted by the organic contours that contrast with the sharp edges. It’s like a hypercar of the yacht world with regard to luxury and comfort. There are three levels on the vessel each serving its purpose for the occasion. The most eye-popping of them all is the lower deck that in part houses the individual rooms and the hue deck with transparent glass facades on both sides. This matte black section is the place to enjoy your evening meals and a drink.

The second level is an open deck area for engaging with the open seas and lounging in the warmth of the sun. The secondary sail of the vessel is pinned on the front to prevent any obstruction of the open views. The rear section has an enclosed lounging section if you like things to be muted down. Move to the top level of the superyacht and you are welcomed by the open swimming pool and relaxing area. The main sail of The Arc sits at a pivot point right in the middle of the lounging area which is a clever design inclusion for conversation starters.

The design theme of the superyacht is a flowing Sierra of black and titanium grey that brings a sense of luxury and speed into one. I love the lower level deck that gives open views of the seas while protecting one from the elements because the weather is not always bright and sunny!

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This luxurious superyacht is a classy spearhead treading the waters

Superyachts for the rich and famous are always larger than life, loaded with all the best that the world has to offer. Some stun with their futuristic technology while others impress with their opulence and panache. Finding one that has got the best of both worlds is what piques our interest.

The dynamism of Flame superyacht concept draped in luxury is destined for high sea adventure where there’s no destination, rather the journey is all the excitement. The shape of the 230-foot vessel aptly complements the naming convention honed by the sharp lines giving it the feel of an arrowhead treading through water. The major section of the yacht is covered with an array of solar panels arranged in the shape of a flame. They take up all the load of serving the power needs, so it can go completely off-grid for days at an end.

Designer: Centrostyle Design

The classy exterior is well complemented by the interior that boasts an expansive open-plan living area. The section spans across multiple levels of the vessel and is specifically designed to bring the exteriors inside. This is achieved with a huge array of windows running on each side so that guests can experience the magnificence of the seas. For those who like to spend time in the open air, the yacht comes with an aft deck fit for sunbathing, playing sports or evening parties. The Flame also comes with a central pool and on the opposing end, the foredeck has a helipad for quick arrivals and departures.

According to the Italian design studio, the superyacht is “perceived with the intention to give up to easy compromises between space and form.” No wonder the influence of David Cipriani, who’s an acclaimed yatch designer clearly reflects in this concept.

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Algae harvesting vessel scouts the waters autonomously for responsible aquafarming

As we head into the future, safeguarding the environment and all its resources will be vital for the health of the planet earth. Making optimum utilization of available natural resources will be paramount as we march into a mindful and conscious lifestyle. Some examples already making this future possible include aquaculture, off-shore wind farming, and conventional forms of harnessing gifts of nature without leaving behind a damaging carbon footprint.

On the same lines, Cerberus Algae cultivation concept by Bernhard Büttner of HTW Berlin is a good example of truly sustainable water management. There’s no denying that sustainable development is gaining momentum as people become aware of the undeniable benefits. This concept of optimizing and harvesting ecological resources autonomously is substantially weighing. On the roots, the concept is a great solution that’s part economical and part environmentally feasible.

Designer: Bernhard Buttner

The ultra-modern vessel is shaped like a catamaran to make the drifting on waters easy. As it glides on the water surface, the connected rig with the harvesting system extracts algae and filters the contents. The collection pods anchored to the seabed nearby then process the contents for the subsequent usage.

The concept presses for truly sustainable agriculture – or to be more precise – aquaculture! The various kinds of algae species floating on the surface of the water and underneath it are a great resource for food, medical technologies, biofuels, clothing industry, and 3D prototyping. Initially, the Cerberus is going to be a semi-autonomous system, but eventually, with its advanced AI, it’ll graduate to a fully autonomous idea. The concept has great potential for a sustainable working cycle as it provides the raw material for various eco-friendly industries sans any water pollution or depleting aquatic life.

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This hyper yacht is set to redefine transport with its unique joining feature, allowing you make one big vessel





Lazzarini Design Studio has become a name synonym with winning concept designs, and Itlay-based Pierpaolo Lazzarini has proved their mettle in the past. Now, yet another watercraft concept has got me excited for its prospect of solving real-world transportation woes.

The concept christened SeaJet is a hyper-fast transportation yacht that’s encapsulated in a sense of style and luxury – affluent travelers will take a keen interest in. This watercraft would be stored in a superyacht and is designed to haul around 50 passengers from one location to the other for short travels. Much like the Xenos hyper yacht and the Jet Capsule, this one being 23 meters in length is bigger than the Jet Capsule and smaller than Xenos- suggesting a fleet of hyper watercraft in the making for a profound travel experience on the seas.

Lazzarini Design says the vessel is inspired by aircraft design but the implementation for propulsion comes from train applications. That’s because multiple SeaJet units will be able to connect like a train via the Swivel Neutral Assisted Kinetic Enforcing (S.N.A.K.E.) system for synchronous movement. The solar panels on top of the transparent roof will offer more light on the inside for passengers. Moving on, the SeaJet propels forward with the power of twin 1200 hp engines, and according to Pierpaolo will come in a V-hull boat configuration or a more powerful hydrofoil setup having a jet engine. The top speed of 69 knots for the hydrofoil version will not affect the ride comfort as it will stay stable even in rough waters.

The interior of the hyper-vessel will be more flamboyant than an aircraft and adapt a train coach-like setup. Comfortable seating and airy interiors will dominate the travel experience onboard the SeaJet. Much like a bullet train traveling at break-neck speeds to transport passengers to their destination!

Designer: Lazzarini Design

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This self-driving electric car sets new landmark for automotive design by cleaning up air pollution!

Eco-friendly cars have many different faces: hybrid, electric, diesel, and biodiesel. Coming from the same studio that brought the Vessel to New York City’s Hudson Yards, Heatherwick Studio has conceptualized an autonomous electric car that goes further than reducing fossil fuel pollutants. Airo, Heatherwick Studio’s new concept electric car runs on electric power and actively cleans up the air when driven.

Airo comes complete with a state-of-the-art HEPA filtering system that removes fine particles from the air it drives through, edging the electric car’s green initiative even further. HEPA filters, or high-efficiency particulate air filters, are mechanical air filters that remove fine air particles measuring 0.3-microns in diameter. Airo’s HEPA filter is located in the vehicle’s undercarriage, where pollution from the air passes through and filters out, leaving the air around Airo that much cleaner.

In addition to its embedded air-filtering system, Airo’s interior has a versatile configuration that can be altered to form multi-functional spaces specifically designed for today’s progression toward a mobile lifestyle. Inside, Airo’s seats are fully rotational to form social spaces centered around the car’s four-leaf table that unfolds to create a lounge-like booth and folds away when driving. A collapsible screen can also morph the inside of the car into a pod for gaming after long drives. Settling into the night, Airo’s seats fully recline to form a cozy double bed, and the electric car’s transparent, glazed roof turns opaque when you’re ready for lights-out.

Slated for production in 2023, Airo is designed for IM Motors and runs as a fully electric vehicle equipped with autonomous and self-driving modes. Whenever you’d like to turn Airo’s interior into a dining booth or lounge area, the driving is taken care of through smart technology. Constructed from weathered steel, Heatherwick Studio designed a charging station for IM Motors that will become an integral piece of city infrastructure for the future of electric vehicles.

Designer: Heatherwick Studio

Airo’s smiling exterior combines a minimal grille with a sinuous design.

The electric car dons its roof and facades with a jet-black finish, while its wheels feature a radial scheme that echoes its front and rear.

With self-automated driving capabilities, Airo’s interior can be transformed into a social hub thanks to its fully rotational front seats.

When the driving day is done, Airo’s inside can morph into a spacious double bed that enhances any mobile lifestyle.

Planned as city infrastructure, Heatherwick Studio created charging stations that mimic the structure of foxtail agave plants and streetlamps.

World’s most sustainable luxury catamaran, the Sunreef 80 Eco is destined to set sail this summer!

Designed primarily with the idea of facilitating responsible sailing backed by clean, renewable energy, the Sunreef 80 Eco yacht has just received the go-ahead to be a real sail for the affluent. When it’s out there for grabs, this will be the most sustainable luxury catamaran ever, which would, of course, inculcate the wonderful combination of ultra-modern green technology and supreme comfort of superyacht living.

The all-electric vessel is designed and will now be produced in-house by Sunreef Yachts to be a custom catamaran that navigates long distances in total silence. According to the builders, the Sunreef 80 Eco will have no range limitations since it will be powered by renewable energy, produced on the go, both above and below the waterline. It is an 80-foot long eco-cruiser that’s likely to feature Sunreef Yachts’ proprietary solar skin comprising the world’s lightest solar cells. This photovoltaic system will span a total surface of 150m², covering the hull sides, bimini, superstructure, and carbon mast of the Sunreef 80 Eco. This entire solar unit will generate up to 34kWp energy, which will be stored in ultralight lithium batteries on board.

For wind-free propulsion, the Sunreef 80 Eco will run on either of the twin 180kW electric engines offering it an energy-efficient performance. The advanced hydro generation system onboard will allow the catamaran to recover energy from the propeller rotation while under sail generating over 15kWh at about 7 knots. This energy will be used to power both the propulsion and appliances of the Sunreef 80 Eco.

In addition to the glorious energy-efficient forte, this luxury catamaran will be highly customizable, offering infinite décor possibilities using ethically-sourced and sustainable furnishing and finishing materials. Intended for the long-over-sea eco-friendly adventures, the Sunreef 80 Eco is likely to debut in the first half of 2021. The pricing and other details are not yet revealed, but we are guessing this pairing of the most innovative photovoltaic system, hydro generation, and luxury will bear a drool-worthy, futuristic fruit!

Designer: Sunreef Yachts

This luxury catamaran’s smart fuel efficient design makes it lighter in weight as it picks up speed!

This catamaran gives you the thrill of riding the oceans at adrenaline-inducing speeds while being ultra-efficient. Yes, this vessel designed by Advanced Aerodynamics Vessels based out of La Rochelle is crafted to do that, thanks to the wing-like shape, representing a sweeping change from the countless yacht designs you’ve must have seen thus far. It’s not too big nor too small – just perfect to park in the bay area without taking up much space. The catamaran dubbed A2V is 35-foot long, as its cross deck center section generates the right amount of lift for maximum fuel efficiency. The catamaran is powered by twin 350-hp Yanmar turbo-diesels mated to surface drive propellers that reduce draft.

Only two such catamarans have been built so far by Advanced Aerodynamics Vessels. The latest one joins the fleet at Monaco’s Ports, the government agency operating the principality’s busy harbors. The vessel will go into commission beginning spring 2021, as it ferries superyacht owners from Cala del Forte, just eight miles from Ventimiglia, Italy. Carrying a hefty price tag of $1.2 million, this catamaran is created with utmost attention to detail as CEO Lionel Huetz takes pride in its unique form that literally turns it into a flying machine as the air “goes through the tunnel between the hulls,” creating a lift. The design of A2V was perfected in a wind tunnel and tested in seas with towering waves of 8-foot and 35 mph winds, which speaks a lot about the brand’s design principles.

A2V will haul 12 passengers in the most luxurious comfort between the harbors in around 15 minutes, taking up a lot less fuel (at cruising speeds of 57 mph) than other such catamarans, and at a much faster pace of around 70 mph. Passengers seated inside are surrounded by comfy leather seats with large windows in the front that give a panoramic view of the waters. Advanced Aerodynamics Vessels further wants to improve the future A2V versions’ design, making it even more potent with reduced weight and, of course, lavish for the demanding clients!

Designer: Advanced Aerodynamic Vessels

 

This smartphone controlled superyacht is the Tesla of oceans

We are slowly but steadily heading towards a future where autonomous commuting will be mainstream, and honestly, as someone who does not drive (yes, believe it) I cannot wait for that day to come sooner. Virtually everything from cars, heavy-duty vehicles, EVTOL’s and public transport are being tested for commercially feasible self-driving features. So why not have a luxurious vessel on the water that takes you to your dream destination just with your smartphone? Naval designer Max Zhivov thinks that a yacht designed to be completely autonomous – controlled smartly with your phone sailing on the serene waters to the best adventures life can offer.

The designer has created the blueprint of the 85-foot superyacht dubbed Drakkar S inspired by the ye olde Viking longships, which’s perfect for newbie sailors who would rather prefer the autonomous luxury of a vessel. To make the self-propelling possible, Drakkar S is infused with advanced autopilot and artificial intelligence system for smart navigation – detecting any underwater obstacles or even estimating the ideal distance for mooring. Even more so, it can be controlled with a smartphone app – that just sets the tone for a future Apple yacht in Silver or even the Space Grey colours. Max envisions it to be a charter service too, as the user would request the vessel at the desired location and after authentication with the compatible app, just setting the destination will set it on an autonomous sail. Drakkar S will be emission-free and noiseless thanks to the advanced electric motor being fed by the energy stored via the 80-square-meter of solar panel array on the roof. Indeed the ideal way to explore the hidden corners of this beautiful planet without harming the environment in any way.

On the inside, the yacht will leave nothing to be desired as it has a big beach club aft, a spacious dining salon, two master suites, two guest cabins, and a sumptuous kitchen. A perfect home away from home for up to eight guests. To make things a bit more comfortable and luxurious, the roof on top of the dining salon opens up like a cabriolet for the guests to enjoy the warmth of the sun or the mesmerizing night sky. It has to be said that this smartphone-controlled yacht is the one to have for a 21st century Viking, sailing the oceans to destination unknown.

Designer: Max Zhivov

Functional Art (That Smells Good Too!)

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Taiwanese luxury brand LAJOS describes their latest product as being a sleek and sultry oil diffuser that’s designed to be a sense-stimulating tabletop adornment is made of natural volcanic stone and hand-polished stainless steel. Beautifully put, isn’t it?! (I know I’m sold.) Called Vessel, it takes inspiration from the distinctive forms of ancient Chinese vases, combining decor with practicality as well as natural and man-made materials to create a stunning piece functional art that taps both the visual and olfactory senses.

Designer: LAJOS

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