Every detail of design, engineering and construction of the Shipworks 144 has been an uncompromised and passionate quest for the perfect yacht. In the many disciplines that define the custom building of large yachts you will discover a quality and sophistication that clearly surpasses the standards of even Europe’s finest yards. In metal fabrication, ship’s systems, wood-crafting and finishing, those standards, long set, have finally and unequivocally been raised in Brisbane.

With the launch of Shipworks 144, the international design eye, as well, has been turned towards Australia. Unmistakable is the elegant tri-deck silhouette and sleek, flawless blue-black hull. Even to casual observation, it is clear Shipworks has achieved much in the creation of the 144. By all measure, she is the quintessential expression of the modern superyacht and the highest evolved form of the shipbuilder’s art.

A most private owner’s yacht. A unique, elevated private area located forward on the main deck, with hot tub and lounge area, can only be entered through the owner’s suite. Both inside the stateroom and out, extraordinary privacy and an unobstructed 270º panoramic view can be exclusively enjoyed.

The owner’s deck and stateroom is a very private haven, a retreat of deep luxury and exquisite appointments. The suite features a king bed with elaborately carved base. The ample drawer cabinets are of American walnut with inlaid marquetry of fine herringbone and a dado of inlaid gold leaf. Opposite the bed is a pop-up 42” flat screen plasma TV that is discreetly stored in a carved cabinet framed by round walnut columns. Electrically operated dual layered Roman blinds of metallic silk over striped silk, and the Silhouette block out blinds close out light and add an additional measure of privacy. The master bath is done in a striking book-matched marble featuring a hand-painted, Pompeiian fresco frieze dome above the oval hydro therapy spa bath. A gold leaf custom mirror, gold plated vanity sink, faucets and Besselink light fixtures complement the luxurious ensuite.

The VIP suite on the lower deck is more spacious than other guest suites and takes advantage of the full beam with a king size bed, comfortable loveseat and dressing table/desk I American walnut with antique Labrador marble tops. The walls are silk panelled. A 42” plasma TV/DVD and audio entertainment system complete this impressive VIP guest suite. The VIP ensuite in cashew marble has a spa/bath and shower with gold vanity sink and faucets.

Two guest suites are forward on the lower deck. One offers a luxurious queen size beds and the other two twin beds. Both have individual entertainment centres. Wardrobe walls are silk-paneled with Zebrano veneer and walnut, with quilted silk inlays that are also used on bed headboard and deckhead. A cabinet and bookcase of American walnut with antiqued mirror glass panelled doors, provide storage. Guest ensuites, with showers, are fashioned of cashew marble throughout.

An small upper deck guest suite sleeps two in side by side single beds, and has the same amenities and ensuite configuration as the lower deck guest quarters. This cabin is considerably smaller than the other cabins and is therefore best suited to small children, or a nanny.