Italian studio Nauta Design has unveiled a new 75.1-metre superyacht concept named Project Velor, designed to explore new possibilities in spatial planning and onboard experience.
The 1,700GT yacht design is notable for its streamlined four-deck structure that seeks to deliver the comfort and functionality of a five-deck layout, and was developed in collaboration with naval architect Francesco Rogantin of Studio Names.
Project Velor incorporates Nauta’s signature aesthetic, marked by clean horizontal lines and a balance of organic and geometric forms. The design is intended to prioritise functionality while offering a contemporary exterior profile. According to her designers, the project aims to deliver a “future-proof” yachting experience focused on flexibility, liveability and understated elegance.
At the heart of the design is a focus on openness and continuity between interior and exterior areas. The concept features expansive decks, transparent platforms and tiered architectural staircases, aiming to foster uninterrupted views and a connection to the sea. The aft deck includes overhanging slatted panels that create a layered, semi-shaded environment while extending usable deck space.
A key innovation on board is the placement of a single-tier engine room on the under-lower deck, which frees up volume elsewhere and allows for a more efficient internal layout. Circulation flows vertically and horizontally without interruption, with minimised barriers and carefully positioned stairwells.
The result is a range of distinct onboard spaces, from water-level lounging areas to social and wellness zones, each designed for a specific function. Accommodation is arranged to support guest comfort and privacy, with areas that transition from shared social zones to more intimate spaces.
Among the standout features is an open-air beach club, or “water patio”, located aft on the lower deck. Designed for versatility, this space features fold-out platforms and retractable glass doors that allow it to function as a year-round lounge. From here, guests can also access a spa and wellness area, which leads into the accommodation quarters.
Other notable outdoor areas include the forward upper deck – intended for use as either a private owner’s retreat or shared social space – and a multi-functional sundeck equipped for both relaxation and recreation. Features include a children’s nest, a pool and areas for sunbathing or stargazing.
Project Velor would be powered by a diesel-electric propulsion system comprising four generators (two at 1,000kW and two at 500kW). The yacht's beam measures 13 metres and the draft is 3.5 metres.
This follows the news that CRN's 70-metre superyacht, known only as Project Thunderball, is striding towards the final phases of construction – a five-deck vessel which comes from the drawing boards of Nauta Design and Vripack.
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