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Mulder Design 76m

What is it?

As the name would suggest, a 76 metre motor yacht concept from Dutch studio Mulder Design.

Why we love it

Balancing modern technology, timeless style, speed and comfort was the crux of the matter when developing this particular concept. “This is a yacht for people who want the best in terms of quality and lifestyle,” explains designer Bas Mulder. To this end, the concept includes accommodation for up to 12 people and a Jacuzzi on the superyacht sundeck. But it is the main deck that is the undoubted star of the show, with its surprisingly spacious aft-deck pool and on-board cinema room.

Planet 300

What is it?

Frank Neubelt’s 100 metre design with a massive swimming pool positioned, unusually, as the centrepiece of the foredeck.

Why we love it

There are some enviable al fresco spaces on board, including a beach club with sunbathing spaces and a spa pool. But that superyacht swimming pool has an interesting attribute: it can be craned off and replaced with a containerised system to house substantial toys, such as submarines, sailing boats and hovercrafts that may come in useful for entertaining between long passages (Planet 300 is envisioned with a 10,000 nautical mile range at 14 knots).

Noble Path

What is it?

Innovative materials, cutting-edge technology and futuristic design combine in this 80 metre addition to Philippe Briand’s Vitruvius Yachts collection of explorers.

Why we love it

Briand’s striking design would be built from Krion — a mineral-resin composite that is hardwearing, antibacterial and easy to repair. Science aside, Noble Path balances a radical, futuristic form that appears to lean backwards with classical elements such as latticework in the superstructure, which draws on the Arabic architectural tradition of mashrabiya. More than 1,900GT of interior space allows guests to spread out over five decks, but the best view is reserved for the owner — looking out over the foredeck.

Tuhura

What is it?

An elegant superyacht design inspired by an ancient Polynesian canoe, this 115 metre is the latest brainwave from the team that brought us Jubilee – namely Igor Lobanov and Oceanco — while Achille Salvagni conceived the interiors.

Why we love it

Lobanov is renowned for his out-there exteriors and he certainly hasn’t held back here, with a dramatically curved bow and transom, as well as trick windows consisting of tiny dots that allow views out, but stop prying eyes from seeing in. Salvagni’s achingly cool interior adds another layer of intrigue — who else would have thought to fit teak stalagmites in the upper saloon?

ISA GT50

What is it?

Born of the recently forged partnership between ISA Yachts and Team For Design Enrico Gobbi, this design is a glimpse at the next generation of the yard’s successful GT collection.

Why we love it

Every inch as sporty as the cars that share those famous initials, the GT50 is described as a “coupé of the sea” — a title reflected in its gently curved foredeck and sweeping superstructure arch. But the star of the show is undoubtedly the glass-sided spa pool, situated just above the beach club and guaranteed to catch the eye of anyone stepping on board.

Rosetti Superyachts 48m EXP

What is it?

The Italian commercial yard’s determined push into the superyacht sector continues with this new sub-500GT globetrotter.

Why we love it

The exterior balances dynamic lines, penned by Tommaso Spadolini, with a reassuring sense of ruggedness, backed up by a transatlantic range at ten knots. Inside, contrasting light and dark elements in both the woodwork and the soft furnishings form the basis of a chic decorative palette. This theme starts in the saloon and is carried through to all five of the guest cabins.

ER175

What is it?

The next step in the Gotham Project by ER Yacht Design, for Dutch builder Icon and broker Bristow-Holmes, is the ER175 — a conceptual design for a 53 metre yacht with a total interior volume of less than 500GT.

Why we love it

Its confident, aggressive looks are attention-grabbing but it’s the aluminum yacht’s potential capabilities that really appeal — a possible top speed of 20 to 25 knots but also transatlantic range. Under Ivan Erdevicki’s signature winged mast are three full decks plus a flybridge, all aptly concealed within the ER175’s futuristic styling. Optional features include a pool and helipad.

Burger 105

What is it?

A Luiz de Basto explorer yacht concept for the Burger Boat Company, the 105 Explorer is based on the recently delivered 31 metre Northland, also by de Basto.

Why we love it

The vertical bow and geometric lines give this yacht the tough looks of a go-anywhere explorer and allow for up to five cabins, including a main-deck master suite. The bathing platform expands with foldable sides, creating a great staging area for tenders and toys or even a meal by the water’s edge. At just 32 metres overall, this explorer packs a lot into a manageable size.

Naucrates 130

What is it?

A reboot of Cantieri Navali Chioggia’s tough natured Naucrates 88, this original 39 metre explorer design is by Green Yachts Studio.

Why we love it

Appearing to lean forward thanks to its reverse windshield, and designed with a high bow, this explorer looks ready to go anywhere. The main deck uses the full ten metre beam, which means there are many options for the interior layout, and abundant recessed glass ensures natural light throughout. The concept melds entertainment and utilitarian spaces seamlessly with, for instance, the possibility of covering the pool to create a helipad.

Affinity

What is it?

A project from the design team behind 101 metre I Dynasty, this slender 85 metre tri-deck, an evolution of an earlier concept by The A Group, based in Monaco, was developed in collaboration with SuperYachtsMonaco.

Why we love it

One of the design’s aims is to provide ample comfort for 12 guests while keeping the gross tonnage below what is usual in this size range. This translates into an elegant yacht, with an unbroken sheerline and abundant glass, which focuses on wellness with a great spa.

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