Heesen has laid the keel of its latest 55m Steel model, ‘Project Apollo’, which hints at a new direction for the popular line.
Both the muscular exterior lines and the layout of the model have been revisited as construction starts on the seventh hull of the fast displacement superyacht. Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, who have been behind the exterior design of all five hulls of the 55m (180ft) Steel model currently on the water, explains more:
“As much as we love our original design with the vertical windows, we felt it was time to make an evolutionary step,” he said. “We opted for a larger expanse of floor-to-ceiling glass, without mullions, in the main saloon and sky lounge. Then we took the opportunity to give a slightly more aggressive look to the profile, by using continuous sheets of tinted glass. The horizontal lines stretch the optical length and balance the air draft. The result is beautiful: we retained the family look and feel, but gave it an elegant touch.”
Inside the new layout now includes a French balcony for the owner’s apartment and a bar around the whirlpool spa on the sundeck. Other changes see a longer sun deck, the central atrium on the main deck has been modernized to include a wider main staircase and an additional companionway from the wheelhouse deck to the sun deck has been added to help with crew access. Exterior furnishings have also been upgraded.
“Our 55-metre Steel is a unique and very competitive design,” commented Friso Visser, Heesen CCO. “We believe in this proven design platform and have worked with Omega and Luca Dini on creating a yacht that meets the refined tastes of clients who appreciate Dutch quality with a shortened delivery time.”
As much as we love our original design with the vertical windows, we felt it was time to make an evolutionary step.
Omega Architects
The 760GT superyacht will offer accommodation for 12 guests across six cabins and is expected to be ready for delivery in late 2023.
The new-look model will continue to offer the qualities that have made it a popular choice for anyone looking to buy a luxury yacht, namely large internal spaces, excellent fuel efficiency thanks to its Fast Displacement Hull Form and comfort and stability due to its steel hull. To find out more you can view all Heesen 55m Steel yachts for sale.
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