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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Stark Design (Company)">Nick Stark Design</a> has unveiled its latest superyacht concept, the 81-metre catamaran superyacht Project M. The catamaran layout was chosen for is massive internal spaces, allowing for maximum use of a 22-metre beam and large foredeck that is home to a helipad. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229084/image/large-fa2cc0aa01ab24328e099101ba36255d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229084"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229088/image/large-5152da24a0bccea520195af49df99107.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229088">Stark commented, "The huge internal spaces afforded by a catamaran allow for unparalleled flexibility for the owner to craft their dream yacht," said designer Nick Stark. "The 2,690 GT design mixed with the efficient catamaran platform gives you essentially a high-performance private island."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229073/image/large-c4be4df59103ef1eaa5facdb88823d64.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229073"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229071/image/large-0ef2e95be0bb036bc7613653bb285a47.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229071">The design team has penned a futuristic superyacht with an expansive use of glass and dramatic lines that create an eye-catching and unique superyacht. Top features include an owner's deck with large exterior space which is home to a pool and purpose built lighting and DJ system.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229074/image/large-4213f0bfc254b2845653fea75b39b3e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229074">The top deck of the yacht is entirely dedicated to the owner, with multiple lounges, a Jacuzzi and private dining space on the forward deck, accessed through the stateroom. His and her's bathrooms are situated to the port side, with freestanding baths in both.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229070/image/large-9b9c6f1f668c6835dfe218db94f6c336.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229070">Internally the decks are accessed by a large sweeping staircase that is backed by a two story glass wall. The upper deck is also home to the wheelhouse and the captain's offices. An intimate lounge is to port, past the grand piano and theatre room to the sunken lounge and dining area. Retract the aft doors to connect not only with the world around, but also below through the glazing incorporated into the deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229087/image/large-33768358810d1c518d7ec5b78335a48b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229087">"The extensive glazing makes this a yacht of light," explained Stark. "The key to this design was to bring the outside in, to respect and admire the beauty of the world while simultaneously providing sanctuary from the elements and also symbolically from life's ceaseless complications. "<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229079/image/large-05672e6d8d6a3ee7e949f6b43b3427f9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229079">Notably crew amenity is also a high priority; "Crew wellbeing is crucial. We need to ensure that they are in the best space to give the owners and guests an ideal experience while on board, but more importantly to be able to make the best technical and management decisions when under pressure." To this end, whole sections of the port main deck are given over to the crew lounge, gym, and dining rooms with areas in which to gather and areas for withdrawing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229069/image/large-f22de3708ab0320664a2d6db945d1b2a.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229069">Project M boasts three tender compartments, with one between the hulls aft that also serves as a movable beach club deck. This tender floor can be lowered for the launching of tenders but may also be rotated to create the ideal launch pad for diving.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229080/image/large-ab8702e7c3250ffc55c7997c43a758c0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229080"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229083/image/large-e9a64bf87bef00f854c927498591670c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229083">The optimised efficiency of the catamaran hull configuration allows for palatial interior spaces, but importantly also allows for efficient high-speed cruising and repositioning. "It is important that the design is not only beautiful, but performant–comfort, lifecycle cost and environmental impact are all as central to the success of this design as the striking first impression."

Nick Stark 81m concept Project M

Nick Stark has unveiled his latest design, the 81m yacht concept Project M.

Nick Stark Design unveils 81m catamaran concept Project M

Australian design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Stark Design (Company)">Nick Stark Design</a> (NSD) has just released its latest concept, the 64-metre superyacht Project Grace. This release comes only shortly after the unveiling of the 94-metre Project Crystal.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202525/image/large-c0d6d962ff48a075c36a9d3bfead4e6b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202525">Project Grace is characterised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Stark Design (Company)">NSD</a>’s signature style, with flowing lines and glazed surfaces to enhance her appearance. Nick Stark, the yacht’s naval architect and designer, commented, “It’s easy to forget that owners experience the yacht from the inside out – a stunning silhouette is a thing of beauty, but for most of your time on board you will be looking out, not in. Attention to glazing detail is crucial.”<ul><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53171" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Project Crystal: 94m superyacht concept with three pools and a helipad unveiled (2021-06-15 14:00:00 +0200)">Project Crystal: 94m superyacht concept with three pools and a helipad unveiled</a></li></ul><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202524/image/large-15130ec3b88569c127de3e69dcc1096d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202524"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202526/image/large-38b2178855dc6584dd037e4466f6be0c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202526"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202527/image/large-c72371caf21f70281039bd891a062dc9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202527">Project Grace’s accommodation spans three decks, including a spacious, full-beam VIP suite on the main deck forward, and an owners suite with panoramic views from the upper deck.<ul><li><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52967" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Meet the eco-friendly, 98m superyacht concept Project Wave (2021-05-18 12:15:00 +0200)">Meet the eco-friendly, 98m superyacht concept Project Wave</a></li></ul> <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202523/image/large-53bc75bb6c6fb6b92a5284d3aef3cf79.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202523">Connection to the surrounding environment is central to the design of Project Grace, with the use of floor-to-ceiling glass in her main saloon. She will feature a wellness area with a swimming pool which flows seamlessly into her beach club on her lower deck, adjacent to her tender garage. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202528/image/large-e769b00f1cda9dfdcc6418d7ba295161.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202528">From here, guests can access the dedicated party deck, which is perfect for socialising. A custom sound system, integrated lighting system, and a DJ booth ensures a party feeling throughout the yacht. In contrast, the sun deck offers privacy where guests can find sun loungers, a bar, and a Jacuzzi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202529/image/large-2fbb4754a07485a71ceb42212ba63d47.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202529"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202530/image/large-6a5055bfded41ecf513bea5e35d326e7.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202530"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/202531/image/large-ce36ec81f623d423ab3321511fccf7e6.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/202531">Project Grace has optimised hull lines for more efficient performance and is fitted with lithium batteries and controllable pitch propulsion to ensure fast speeds as well as minimal running costs.

New 64m superyacht designProject Grace

Nick Stark Design has released a new design concept, the 64m Project Grace which features a beach club and a party deck.

Project Grace: New 64m superyacht design with a party deck and beach club

Australian design studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Stark Design (Company)">Nick Stark Design</a> has just released their latest concept, the 94-metre superyacht Project Crystal. The release of the concept comes shortly after the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52967" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Meet the eco-friendly, 98m superyacht concept Project Wave (2021-05-18 12:15:00 +0200)">unveiling of the 98-metre superyacht Project Wave</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198517/image/large-98ad6bb322d89e6a4a8ffb571f2f7d30.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198517">Project Crystal, has been named after her defining design feature, the crystal-like lattice encompassing her superstructure. Nick Stark, stylist and naval architect of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Stark Design (Company)">Nick Stark Design</a>, comments, “We wanted to create an aesthetic that is celebratory. The lines flow up and across, both lifting our gaze and also guiding it to what is around us: the people, the community and the environment".<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198529/image/large-28a9a39448a9ca2d2253463cee4e5ed3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198529">Her sleek hull design has been implemented to optimise her hydrodynamics. In place of traditional satellite domes, she features an antenna system, which integrates with her exterior lines.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198525/image/large-3fbff628d49ea7d15975d6d7b560f062.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198525">Central to the design of Project Crystal were environmental considerations. She features controllable pitch propellers, an optimised hull, hybrid propulsion systems and glazing arrangements, which minimise solar gain.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198528/image/large-1bc08baedf169ec4afbda4cc605291ae.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198528">The 2,500 GT superyacht features a helipad on her foredeck as well as three separate pools on board, consisting of a private Jacuzzi on the owner’s deck, a spa pool with a glazed floor on the sun deck and a pool on the aft deck. The glazed floor of the sun deck’s pool provides an atrium-like effect to the owner’s quarters, located underneath.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198524/image/large-a67b8f1c9f9c18c9a9a61f4dc22f6b96.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198524">Nick Stark comments, "The feeling of sanctuary is central to the design—we have aimed to create a safe, relaxing space that is beautiful to approach and beautiful to experience on board."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/198523/image/large-3c27cb5107eab00605fa806bfddc2806.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/198523">

Nick Stark unveils 94m superyacht Project Crystal

Australian designer Nick Stark has unveiled his latest concept, the 94m superyacht Project Crystal with three pools and a helipad.

Project Crystal: 94m superyacht concept with three pools and a helipad unveiled

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6335" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nick Stark Design (Company)">Nick Stark Design</a> has just released the details of his latest design concept the 98-metre superyacht, Project Wave. The announcement of his latest design follows in the footsteps of the designer’s series of support vessels, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52349" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hybrid series of new-generation 70m+ support yachts released by Nick Stark (2021-01-29 16:30:00 +0100)">the Constellation Series</a>, and a&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/52417" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Meet the new 53m high-power party yacht designed with three pools (2021-02-16 11:00:00 +0100)">53-metre, high performance hybrid yacht</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195842/image/large-19a4bc3e6dcc6b98ae77e727d914baa4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195842">The superyacht’s exterior is characterised by the flowing lines of her superstructure. The Australian designer commented, "One of the challenges of large-volume yacht design is to not simply create a monolith. The superstructure is comprised of a collection of individual spaces, with volumes that both depart from and reinforce the overall lines of the vessel. The design thus provides intimate spaces amongst the enormous size of the yacht.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195848/image/large-be9712290122109c21aff6e86ef882a1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195848"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195856/image/large-3b3838a1f749850ef457e19b24f57ce0.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195856">The owner and guest accommodation areas have been designed to prioritise the superyacht’s natural surroundings. The owner’s accommodation, situated in a private, designated owner’s deck is complete with full-beam doors, which create an uninterrupted connection between the interior and exterior. Each of her decks can be accessed via a glazed elevator at her port.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195849/image/large-798c75a74d760067080f630ddbad89be.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195849">In addition to the high-volume superyacht’s interior, Project Wave sports plenty of deck space. Situated to the aft is the superyacht’s wellness centre, which is complete with a glass-bottomed pool. Another notable feature is her garden, situated amidships, which can be used as both an entertainment and relaxation area.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195852/image/large-bc0500aca429c2549efa13af9bd5a086.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195852"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195847/image/large-23838d94c0235c784c8f48b17e322bce.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195847">Guests can arrive aboard Project Wave via helicopter, which can land at her folding helideck, situated to her bow. She is complete with a wide range of tenders and toys in her garage, located to the aft.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195845/image/large-f2dbf54c720a443f7ae0a31b715cf894.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195845">The superyacht can be outfitted with a hybrid propulsion system, which contributes to a reduced environmental footprint. While cruising at low-speeds, the hybrid system allows for a silent ride, increasing comfort aboard. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/195850/image/large-49eea1d15bf8ae70f3c14fddfa6bcd99.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/195850">

Nick Stark Design’s 98m concept superyacht Project Wave

Australian designer Nick Stark Design has just released the details of his latest design concept, the eco-friendly, 98m superyacht Project Wave.