From the redesigned bulwarks that open up views and light, to the deliberate absence of pools or glitzy finishes, Kasper 7 is a rejection of yacht design clichés. BOAT explores her countless clever touches...
The interior of the 67-metre Benetti has been shaped with a deep sensitivity to how people move, live and feel on board – hallmarks of ergonomic thinking. Scooping up two trophies at the 2025 BOAT Design & Innovation Awards (for "Best Interior Design – Motor Yachts, 500GT and above", and "Best Naval Architecture – Displacement Motor Yachts"), the standout build proves that small, considered changes can make a big impact.
Created in close collaboration with Giorgio M. Cassetta and owners Karim and Nisrine Karagulla – the latter a trained interior architect and founder of Askdeco – Kasper 7 is a design-forward yacht where clever thinking, calm interiors and personal touches reign. BOAT stepped on board for the March 2025 cover boat.
Read the report here1. Round portholes with a retro twist
The first thing that sets Kasper 7 apart visually is her signature pair of oversized round portholes – each nearly 1.9 metres in diameter. Replacing a more conventional mix of vertical and horizontal windows, these sculptural openings add a vintage nautical edge and give the yacht a recognisable profile. Inspired by traditional ship design, they also bring a sense of playfulness and balance to the yacht’s otherwise angular lines.
2. Artful dining in a pink-toned salon
Instead of using the forward main deck for a traditional owner’s suite, Kasper 7 features a bold and cheerful dining room. The centrepiece? A bright pink resin table by artist Wonmin Park, surrounded by 14 white and yellow chairs. Anchoring the design are large portholes, playful wall cut-outs inspired by artist André Butzer and a statement bar by Lebanese designers Sayar & Garibeh.
The dining room is brought to life by soft interior finishes, including a pink-tinted white veneer from Tabu and light limed oak flooring from Listone Giordano. Ceilings mimic the effect of dappled light through summer house shutters, reinforcing a warm, lived-in mood.
3. Sorbet stripes and playful palettes
Kasper 7’s joyful use of colour reflects the owner’s passion for curating moments of surprise. Custom-printed awnings in citrus-yellow and white stripes, inspired by classic Mediterranean parasols and windbreaks, add a nostalgic resort feel to the decks. The playful palette continues inside, with details like yellow-and-white striped glasses on the table and that unexpected translucent pink dining table by artist Wonmin Park. The whimsical mood is consistent but never overpowering, anchored by soft pastels that call to mind lemon sorbet and sherbet pinks.
4. Light that mimics the passage of time
Kasper 7’s interior lighting was inspired by a single memory: the way sunlight filters through louvres on a summer’s day in Italy. The owner wanted to recreate that feeling of warmth and mystery on board. "It’s mysterious. It suggests there is life there," she says. You can read more about her vision in BOAT's full yacht report on Kasper 7.
5. A whimsical welcome in the main saloon
Step inside and you’re greeted by an arresting, sculptural cabinet made from green cypress tree trunks – a bespoke piece by French artists Carlès & Demarquet. It serves as a shelf-bar hybrid and instantly sets the tone. Kasper 7 is not about flashy finishes but about art, function and nature combined.
6. Tactile design, from handrails to hidden treats
Nisrine’s approach goes beyond visual appeal. She designed with all the senses in mind – from the undulating handrail by artist Tamara Barrage, which offers a soft, touchable experience, to a cabinet filled with chocolates and sweet treats, designed to open and close like a fan. "Design should [involve] the feeling of touch, smells, everything," she said. "You feel like you are on vacation."
7. Clever layouts and lifestyle-led thinking
Throughout the yacht, spaces are shaped by function and feeling rather than formula. The owner’s suite shares the upper deck with a cosy cinema lounge – the only spot with a television. Mirrored surfaces and tech-heavy distractions are kept to a minimum. "When you design, you have to have consistency, and not be afraid when it’s simple," Nisrine said. "What is important is the scenery and not the design by itself."
With its gentle palette, art-led interiors and thoughtful solutions for life on board, Kasper 7 offers a quiet revolution in design – proof that subtle, human-centric choices can leave the biggest impression.
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