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Zuretti Interior Design

The 44.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a> has entered the market. Launched in 2013, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/checkmate/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Checkmate, for sale</a> is one of the most recent hulls in the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Vision 45 series and joins the market in excellent condition.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271379/image/large-d52dcc22cf9857b85a94d3a11d8f1647.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271379"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a> has benefitted from several significant refits over years, with her most recent taking place in 2021 and 2022. The motor yacht for sale boasts an exterior design by long-standing design collaborator <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>, with naval architecture from her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271388/image/large-12bda1ca32689204dc12313df4fffd13.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271388"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a> features a stylish interior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a> which is complemented by her recent upgrades. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features a blend of Cherry and Burr Madrona wood which offsets against her vivid and modern colour scheme.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271385/image/large-1418801720dc118e5b41a48f5390008b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271385">The main saloon of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a> is warm and inviting and benefits from plenty of natural light from her picture windows. The area also showcases a bespoke bar for guests to unwind after a busy day at sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/86262/image/large-bf4442bc3950540d19d92832677f05ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/86262"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/86273/image/large-9c10ae5b73e4ff2c8a2f4f2b222cc52e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/86273"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a> comfortably sleeps up to 12 guests across a five stateroom configuration, which includes a forward-facing master suite on the main deck. The master suite benefits from a king-size bed, ensuite bathroom, 180-degree views and a private owners terrace forward. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/86278/image/large-962f6aee9b610200270bd598d6ab389a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/86278"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/86252/image/large-b2a8f3dc695b779f0e01534dd2f46b61.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/86252">The remaining four guest staterooms are situated on the lower deck comprising two large VIPs, one double and one twin, alongside her accommodation for a crew of nine in five cabins. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271387/image/large-b166a57751388e8b1b5d2260331dd5a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271387">For a formal dining experience, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a> is able to accommodate up to 10 guests around a circular table with stunning panoramic views of the horizon on her upper deck sky lounge. Her sliding bevelled doors can also be opened for a more alfresco ambience.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271384/image/large-0fcf22ea4f2b738957ffc20a3171587c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271384"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271382/image/large-e795b446f4b8c65c74a1689a4c9c34ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271382">Key design features that make the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/benetti/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Benetti yacht for sale</a> stand out from her sister ships include her larger square port hulls that give better views and her extra day head on the sun deck. Among <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a>'s outdoor highlights are the spa pool aft and curved seating forward on the flybridge, and sun pads nestled in her bow on the main deck. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271381/image/large-72599bc964868e5d7578a5b198a61020.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271381"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/86274/image/large-9191e928ca09c596bba432405a648ca9.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/86274"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a> is equipped with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4203" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Williams Performance Tenders (Company)">Williams</a> D 365 Jet tender, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5777" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yamaha (Company)">Yamaha</a> Waverunner and a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5777" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yamaha (Company)">Yamaha</a> Jet Ski. Her spacious beach club area allows for easy storage and direct access to the water for guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271380/image/large-83f91e96adfebfa6513ef2fe2bed5f57.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271380">Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3692" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Checkmate44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2012">Checkmate</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines, which provide her with a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 13.5 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/86271/image/large-6f636f4caa162095fd5e5a4a9aa299ea.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/86271">

44m Benetti superyacht Checkmate for sale

The 44m Benetti Vision 45 superyacht Checkmate for sale and joins the market in excellent condition.

The 35.35-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/felicita/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Felicità for sale</a> has entered the market. Delivered in 2002 as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Classic 115 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felicita35.35m (115'12&quot;)Benetti SpA2002">Felicità</a> is one of just 27 models built between 2000 and 2006.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270996/image/large-8203765c1a2c16b5e559aeae67d84bb1.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270996"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felicita35.35m (115'12&quot;)Benetti SpA2002">Felicità</a> remains in great condition following an extensive refit in 2022. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> features a timeless exterior profile designed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>, with naval architecture from her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271004/image/large-9210533eb3761c27c8dcbf32a075b53f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271004">During her refit the owners of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felicita35.35m (115'12&quot;)Benetti SpA2002">Felicità</a> made significant enhancements and investments into both her mechanical and cosmetic appeal. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> boasts an all-new galley, appliances, new carpets and teak decks.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271011/image/large-3c1782e6ccbd47ef04941b57f4d2a8cf.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271011"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271012/image/large-73d20468e48a6e9cc4e5872a5dd8a41e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271012"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271015/image/large-a98ec82209fa058e1a545570d57b021f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271015"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felicita35.35m (115'12&quot;)Benetti SpA2002">Felicità</a> features a classical interior design by Francois Zuretti of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a> with cherry wood and marble detailing. Her cosy main saloon is adorned with large picture windows which provide plenty of natural light, as well as enhancing the space to create a relaxing oasis for guests to enjoy.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271014/image/large-3081d02ff04e7efdcd8a9f601a21bd9e.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271014">Forward of the main saloon is a dining area with seating for up to eight. Guests are able to enjoy a formal dining experience onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felicita35.35m (115'12&quot;)Benetti SpA2002">Felicità</a> at her glass top table, under the illumination of two crystal chandeliers. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271017/image/large-54a60ad4ac5385382ccea69c38c5a682.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271017"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/180676/image/large-e89947e00dfb5aa64f597d20671fe922.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/180676"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felicita35.35m (115'12&quot;)Benetti SpA2002"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271018/image/large-9f2f766e05ac74bbb6070ab67223ca30.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271018"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271019/image/large-094e5dd5368e1e0f1c994c7239bea1c9.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271019"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271021/image/large-c77389d4068f22c1134595e991d88ae2.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271021">Felicità</a> features accommodation for up to 10 guests in five staterooms consisting of a full-beam master suite on her main deck. The owner’s stateroom features a full-beam ensuite bathroom adorned with onyx features.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271002/image/large-50d93f6024f857826e5bd0afc7184922.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271002"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270998/image/large-78be232067f6da972912b9f2e1e240bb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270998"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271000/image/large-d7a6dc05cb4c96aae60ca1c0cab70d7d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271000"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/270999/image/large-9de127b06727b04b065b3a21c5877831.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/270999">Previously named Siete, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/benetti/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Benetti yacht for sale</a> has large exterior spaces on the main and upper deck to aft. Her sundeck offers the perfect opportunity to relax, with a large sunpad and a sumptuous Jacuzzi.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271006/image/large-4bb6f39f39c8226fce25e01a72e6bbfd.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271006"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felicita35.35m (115'12&quot;)Benetti SpA2002">Felicità</a> has been maintained in accordance with her <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1453" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="ABS (Company)">ABS</a> classification and is offered for sale with a US Duty paid status. In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3274" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Felicita35.35m (115'12&quot;)Benetti SpA2002">Felicità</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> engines which propel her to a top speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/271010/image/large-a5fd7625687b4c69893cd4f21afbacfa.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/271010">

35m Benetti yacht Felicità for sale

The 35m Benetti motor yacht Felicità for sale was delivered in 2002 as part of the Benetti Classic 115 series.

35m Benetti motor yacht Felicità for sale

The 36.9-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Namaste36.9m (121'1&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Namaste</a> sold in a deal with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/227" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moran Yacht & Ship (Company)">Moran Yacht &amp; Ship</a> representing the seller during negotiations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251987/image/large-21763a7904891c33112b8f93691c19c4.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251987"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Namaste36.9m (121'1&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Namaste</a> was delivered in 2013 from Italy as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Classic 121 series. The tri-deck motor yacht for sale, previously named Nomadess, features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>, whilst her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251977/image/large-251e7886e4149d2776108d29655b727c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251977"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251978/image/large-bb28698d1fb750da678b27da4a33b54a.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251978"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251973/image/large-b981073543bdcb469778d162bda687fd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251973"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Namaste36.9m (121'1&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Namaste</a> is adorned with Italian marble and custom American cherry wood which makes her interior timeless and broadly appealing. Her naval architecture was designed by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti SpA</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219534/image/large-5687bcdc246f34e3c4f7d0c404e3288c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219534"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251969/image/large-79a1f898bd6c252d87df07d499575168.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251969"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251971/image/large-1240d74576514877ee51c64a4e15a8d0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251971"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Namaste36.9m (121'1&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Namaste</a> can accommodate 10 guests across her five luxurious staterooms, each complete with an ensuite bathroom and classically styled in marble and neutral shades. The full-beam master suite features 11 generous windows which provide a 180-degree panoramic view that can be enjoyed from the expansive king-sized bed. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4626" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Namaste36.9m (121'1&quot;)Benetti SpA2013">Namaste</a> also accommodates a crew of seven.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251983/image/large-c4255101ba8c6ce57b969f597836344c.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251983"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251981/image/large-067e27f6e6f53f2edac1609d11289857.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251981"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219535/image/large-15c1b8714cf54aca002f0e8e3dbf1202.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219535">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> yacht is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> motors which provide her with a comfortable cruising speed of 14 knots and a top speed of 16 knots. At the time of her sale, she had a last known asking price of $8,799,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251986/image/large-cde5f36139ae0e17c8e943872953f1c0.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251986">

37m Benetti motor yacht Namaste sold

The 37m Benetti Classic 121 motor yacht Namaste sold with a last known asking price of $8,799,000.

37m Benetti Classic 121 motor yacht Namaste sold

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Entering the market is the 44.2-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1178" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Idyllwild44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2005">Idyllwild</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/idyllwild/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht Idyllwild, for sale</a>, was delivered in 2005 and completing her 15-year class survey in 2020, she has been maintained to the highest standards.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267259/image/large-b670f403daf986113bceb01e5799ae1d.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267259">Built in Italy as part of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Vision 45 series, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1178" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Idyllwild44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2005">Idyllwild</a> features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>, with naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/motor/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">motor yacht for sale</a> is characterised by a contemporary interior design by renowned ateliers, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267269/image/large-015462865439c491d648fe96d82fcc65.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267269"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267266/image/large-095bd545d9af4f6e900b4cbeab3efb9f.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267266"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267265/image/large-ccb41fb9cea2736739e4346452942c79.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267265">The tri-deck <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a> features a large and welcoming open-plan main saloon, with large picture windows that illuminate her modern interior design. Her main dining room is situated on the upper deck and includes a circular table enclosed by retractable glass panels, allowing the space to be opened or closed off from the elements.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267273/image/large-b918ab743b230896bf4926cda08952a5.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267273"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267274/image/large-ddf0139da8571a16320262f0ffb73a3b.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267274"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267264/image/large-c32beedfaf0aa0e38dd4b8c59a246012.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267264"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1178" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Idyllwild44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2005">Idyllwild</a> is able to sleep up to 10 guests across five spacious staterooms, with her master suite taking centre stage on the main deck. The full-beam suite has sweeping 180-degree panoramic windows with a his-and-hers ensuite bathroom and direct access to a private deck space forward.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267275/image/large-44dae2a0f73a8fd1e57f3d470160931c.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267275"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267280/image/large-206f2f4d8dd348b69ec8b62ef9096689.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267280"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267277/image/large-61998130abf917ec1ad7e513e3e07d44.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267277">The remaining guest staterooms onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1178" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Idyllwild44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2005">Idyllwild</a> consist of two doubles and two twins. Each room includes an ensuite bathroom and is finished with Italian marble. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/benetti/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Benetti yacht for sale</a> also has accommodation for a crew of nine. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267261/image/large-fd2253d0d1bfb64cf3d89b997a104cdb.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267261">The exterior areas of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1178" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Idyllwild44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2005">Idyllwild</a> have been designed with entertainment and relaxation in mind. Her aft deck area includes a C-shaped sofa and freestanding exterior furniture, while her upper deck hosts a second saloon lounge with L-shaped sofas and a bar counter.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267262/image/large-44d2f0e66ce0ff4cdf630b5ceaba8ede.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267262"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267263/image/large-ef3dd270ca87e355fe83cc45f61e8489.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267263">The sun deck of Idyllwild plays host to an alfresco dining area with custom canopy shade, as well as a Jacuzzi, bar counter and cushioned sun pads. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1178" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Idyllwild44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2005">Idyllwild</a> also carries a 6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2473" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Novurania (Company)">Novurania</a> tender in her aft garage and her expansive bathing platform provides direct access to the water.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/267260/image/large-5fdad7bbc13605edc222e95ad7fd3e73.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/267260">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1178" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Idyllwild44.2m (145'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2005">Idyllwild</a> is powered by twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1408" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Caterpillar Inc (Company)">Caterpillar</a> diesel engines that provide her with a top speed of 15 knots and a cruising speed of 12 knots.

Benetti’s 44m superyacht Idyllwild for sale

Benetti’s 44m superyacht Idyllwild for sale was delivered in 2005 and has been maintained to the highest standards.

44m Benetti superyacht Idyllwild for sale

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s 145-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luminance145.0m (475'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Luminance</a> has been spotted on route to her sea trials in the river Weser, Germany, close to the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> shipyard. Details about the new superyacht have been kept tightly under wraps, but these images have unveiled more about her exterior design.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/266422/image/large-f5322bedb20788229c01153e99ff4498.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/266422"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luminance145.0m (475'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Luminance</a> features exterior design by long-standing <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> collaborator <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino International</a>, with naval architecture from the boards of her builder, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen Yachts</a>. She is characterised by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a>’s signature elongated bow and boasts two helipads, one at her bow and the latter situated on her top deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/266420/image/large-171ef3f3740dc3fe54b547ab5721e998.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/266420"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luminance145.0m (475'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Luminance</a> offers four decks of entertainment and relaxation, with her upper deck railings decorated with a swirl motif, similar to an ocean wave. The same pattern is replicated across her decks and displayed on the bottom of her swimming pool situated at her stern. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luminance145.0m (475'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Luminance</a> features walk around decks on all levels, with private foredeck terraces on three of the decks.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/56901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: 145m secretive Lürssen superyacht Luminance launched (2023-02-09 09:45:00 +0100)">Video: 145m secretive Lürssen superyacht Luminance launched</a>Other amenities onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luminance145.0m (475'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Luminance</a> include a Jacuzzi on her top deck with a second located forward. Her interior was penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>, and will be illuminated with plenty of natural light, thanks to her expansive windows that span each deck.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/266423/image/large-76f69dc8aea1fe84ad3443106d049055.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/266423"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8262" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luminance145.0m (475'9&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Luminance</a> was launched in February 2023 from the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> Rendsburg facility, and is the eighth largest yacht built by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> and the 15th largest in the world.Read:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/57426" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="90m secretive Lürssen superyacht Project 1601 delivered and named Norn (2023-04-20 10:00:00 +0200)">90m secretive Lürssen superyacht Project 1601 delivered and named Norn<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/266421/image/large-c0c9a42297d87d628670a44f942d17f1.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/266421"></a><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lürssen</a> also recently delivered the 90-metre superyacht Project 1601, which was renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7871" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Norn89.99m (295'3&quot;)Lürssen Yachts2023">Norn</a>. The Germany-based shipyard currently has over 10 projects in-build including the 136.8-metre superyacht Alibaba, the 122-metre superyacht Jag and the 114.2-metre superyacht Cosmos.

145m superyacht Luminance on sea trials

Lürssen’s 145-metre superyacht Luminance has been spotted on route to sea trials in the River Weser in Germany.

145m Lürssen superyacht Luminance on sea trials in Germany 

The 31.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/513" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo59.3m (194'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2009">Andiamo</a> sold in a deal with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/939" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Luxury Yacht Group LLC (Company)">Luxury Yacht Group LLC</a> representing the buyer with Bruce Schattenburg and Scott Lacroix of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/833" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison Yachting (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> standing in for the seller. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248131/image/large-66ec215afafdd8ce989fc5128db16d99.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248131">Previously named Escapade, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/513" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo59.3m (194'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2009">Andiamo</a> was delivered in 2012 as part of the Azimut 105 series and features exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a>, with naval architecture from her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/358" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azimut Yachts (Company)">Azimut Yachts</a>. The 190 GT yacht is characterised by a modern and contemporary interior design, penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/39991/image/large-c2469cc590eaa1d3b994ae5dbdf2ba02.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39991"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/513" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo59.3m (194'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2009"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/39990/image/large-63f9de0bfea406f81f435d8ce9984814.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39990"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/39992/image/large-d5fab4f06303a25ad51218a281b067a8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39992">Andiamo</a> can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests across five staterooms, including a spacious VIP suite on her main deck, two twins, a double and a full-beam master suite on her lower deck. She can also carry a crew of five across three cabins.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/39996/image/large-d678d6d1b8baabcad767f1a030f52f7c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39996"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/39994/image/large-4b50467154ca718b864bf4b6d61f2059.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/39994">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/513" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Andiamo59.3m (194'7&quot;)Benetti SpA2009">Andiamo</a> is equipped with twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines that propel her to a top speed of 24 knots, with a comfortable cruising speed of 12.5 knots. At the time of her sale, Andiamo had a last known asking price of $4,650,000.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/248130/image/large-a9980b872852c9fd10457c0684b02de3.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/248130">

Azimut’s 31m yacht Andiamo sold

The 31m Azimut motor yacht Andiamo sold with a last known asking price of $4,650,000.

31m Azimut motor yacht Andiamo sold

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/263035/image/large-f3d123e61f37f25c518339d94b6b9255.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/263035">Spotted here last summer, anchored on the French Riviera is the 62-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/176" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Walk62.0m (203'5&quot;)Oceanco2005">Sea Walk</a>. Delivered by the Dutch shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a> in 2005, she was launched under her maiden name, Lady Christina. In 2014 the yacht underwent a refit that took place at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> in Barcelona. The project involved extending the main aft deck and adding a new Jacuzzi to the sundeck. The original naval architecture and exterior design were completed by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>, with the architecture, engineering, production and styling of her 2014 refit provided by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/37" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azure Yacht Design & Naval Architecture (Company)">Azure Yacht Design &amp; Naval Architecture</a>. Her interior is the work of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>. Onboard, the 1,166 GT superyacht can accommodate as many as 12 guests across six staterooms. Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/176" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Walk62.0m (203'5&quot;)Oceanco2005">Sea Walk</a> can reach a top speed of 15 knots and has a 4,500 nautical mile range while cruising at 12.5 knots. She is currently listed for sale with an asking price of €34,750,000.

Superyacht Sea Walk in the South of France

The 62m superyacht Sea Walk, built by Oceanco, is seen here anchored in the South of France.

Francois Zuretti is one of the elder statesmen of yacht design. In a rare interview opportunity, SuperYacht Times was invited to visit his home and studio in the south of France.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/251947/image/large-a36ab6a395be1d60a171671d61215df0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/251947">Modest, unassuming and a little shy, Francois Zuretti may be one the most prolific and distinguished names in the world of superyacht design, but he likes to keep a low profile. In fact, our recent video profile of the French interior designer was the first of its kind, period. Not that he is in need of the publicity, having worked with all the top shipyards on some of the largest superyachts afloat.Zuretti began his design career in the mid-‘70s with&nbsp;Triad Condas, a Paris-based company specialising in the interior design of Middle Eastern palaces, which led to him working for the King of Morocco. He set up his own studio in 1987, first in Geneva before moving to Nice to be closer to his yachting clients on the French Riviera. Interestingly, he chose not to relocate to Monaco, not least because he wanted his company to retain its distinctly French identity.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/207091/image/large-d9a7f07880c0f54ee7b05372ceeb1db7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/207091"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/13573/image/large-0c51f21446e9cbaee949065f50e04469.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/13573">Zuretti’s first yacht interior was for Eco (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/901" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeus74.5m (244'5&quot;)Blohm & Voss GmbH1991">Zeus</a>), the iconic 75-metre motor yacht designed by Martin Francis and delivered by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/3" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Blohm & Voss GmbH (Company)">Blohm + Voss</a> in 1991. While Eco was in build, he was also working on 46-metre Shamwari (now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/532" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mistress46.0m (150'11&quot;)Benetti SpA1991">Mistress</a>), the first project in a string of collaborations with the Italian builder that culminated in 65-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/607" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ambrosia65.0m (213'3&quot;)Benetti SpA2006">Ambrosia</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>’s first diesel-electric superyacht in 2006.&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/607" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Ambrosia65.0m (213'3&quot;)Benetti SpA2006">Ambrosia</a>’s sumptuous Art Deco interior for a client in Hong Kong may be lavish by today’s standards, but at the time it was considered the height of luxury for its rare and expensive materials and exquisite craftsmanship. Zuretti’s personal tastes could not be more different and are best reflected in his own home, which he designed himself. Decidedly modernist and rational, the stunning building is set into the hills between Cap-d'Ail and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174091/image/large-ad1b7760b6be3a55da0ed04ceb3dfb13.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174091">“Tastes have changed over the past 20 years, but the market has changed more,” says Zuretti from a sitting room with stunning views of the coast through floor-to-ceiling windows. “New clients have brought new developments. Before my clients had a stronger relationship with the sea, the boats were smaller and people were closer to the water. Life aboard a 45-metre yacht is centred around the sea, but on a 150-metre superyacht you need other activities like spas and cinemas. We’re working on a project at the moment that has a full-size tennis court, for example. I’m not sure it’s all good for the yachting business, but it has certainly helped to develop new materials and concepts.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/223388/image/large-074e023730e2605abe0ba60d1240f0b7.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/223388">Zuretti started out with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> but quickly moved on to work with the leading north European shipyards, including <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/23" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lürssen Yachts (Company)">Lurssen</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/29" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Feadship (Company)">Feadship</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/64" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Oceanco (Company)">Oceanco</a>. Sadly, most of these yachts are strictly private and the designer is unable to discuss them, but his studio has been involved in multiple projects over 100 metres. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> is a more recent client and Zuretti devised the interior of its 78-metre custom project <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Energy77.8m (255'3&quot;)Amels2022">Energy</a> with exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a>that left the shipyard last July. The studio describes the project as “the perfect combination of good production processes and bespoke design.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/174094/image/large-41a16e4a10044301f253ba0c6f1e6eff.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/174094">Watch:&nbsp;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/55899" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Video: At the studio with Francois Zuretti of Zuretti Interior Design (2022-09-12 14:00:00 +0200)">Video: At the studio with Francois Zuretti of Zuretti Interior Design</a>Zuretti is still the creative heart of the company that bears his name, but the daily operations are overseen by his general manager, Sebastien Gey, who is responsible for a 50-strong multinational staff that occupies an entire floor of a stately building in the Belle Epoque style close to the seafront in Nice. A civil architect and designer, but also a naval architect and passionate sailor, it is Sebastien’s job to manage a team that has up to a dozen superyacht and residential projects on the go at any one time.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261469/image/large-f07ee8303e98a7c24f4cbff8ad5e5c31.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261469">“To offer the best quality you need the best team,” says Sebastien. “We have very talented designers, architects and project managers. We create all our own renderings in-house, and we have the best people for that as well. Managing all these people and bringing them together to realise projects for our clients is challenging, but a talent we need to have as a company is to find the right people and build a good team.”The residential and yacht design teams worked in separate offices, but a few years ago it was decided to bring them together to encourage the exchange of skills and ideas (Zuretti explains, only half-jokingly, that the move also avoided petty in-house rivalries as the yacht designers were prone to think of themselves as a cut above their residential design colleagues). Since the beginning, however, the company has remained true to its name and avoided the temptation to expand into designing yacht exteriors. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261468/image/large-0a0c6af22bd2981b49240226df114d60.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261468">“The temptation is always there, of course,” says Sebastien, “but we are most successful when we work with the best exterior designers. We try to be the best for the interiors, so the combination means we can create the best project for our clients.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261467/image/large-9cc7a2078af026e6b7d4c7378fbbf676.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261467">A custom interior is the result of an owner’s personal taste and the designer’s creative vision, but whatever a client’s preferred style, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>aims to bring to each project what Sebastien calls ‘veracity’, or a thorough understanding of the chosen style.“We’ve worked on very classic and very contemporary, even minimalist, interior designs,” he says. “In each case, you have to approach the project firstly with passion, but also with knowledge. So we thoroughly study a particular style to capture its reality. Of course, it may have to be adapted to suit the spaces and dimensions, but we’re always looking for veracity – this is very important.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261465/image/large-92fbebb785ce71627038cd6797c9d0b3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261465">One of Zuretti’s sons, Matthieu, works in the company as procurement director &amp; quality manager. His job was made especially difficult when Covid precautions made it more difficult to meet in person with suppliers, and the challenges continue post-pandemic at a time when supply chains are so unpredictable.“Two thirds of our meetings need to be face-to-face, because you have to see the materials and see how something works.,” he explains. “Pictures or videos can never give you the same feeling you get by opening the door of a cabinet, when you can feel if it works smoothly or there is something rattling inside. You need to be on site to control the quality.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261466/image/large-92717969b1d93f562038b141e8b30e38.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261466">After more than 30 years in the business and now aged 70, Zuretti is looking to take a step back and prepare Matthieu and Sebastien to take over the running of the business – by no means a straightforward task for someone addicted to design that finds it hard to delegate. A new office in Dubai has been tasked with developing the Middle Eastern market and the firm is growing its superyacht clientele in the Americas. Having designed so many custom furniture pieces over the years, the studio is also pondering its own branded line of high-end furniture. &nbsp;“I have so many stamps in my passport from around the world, but each of those represent a day or two spent with a client,” he says. “I was always too busy to explore the countries I’ve been to, so now I’d like to enjoy life a little more. I think I still have a lot to offer my team, but I have to learn to leave them alone to create the Zuretti of tomorrow. I’m already surprised sometimes at what a great job they do without me!”This article was originally published in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-times-issue-43-newspaper-launched" target="_blank">Issue 43 of SuperYacht Times newspaper</a>.&nbsp;To read more stories like this one and to never again miss another issue of the SuperYacht Times newspaper,&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" target="_blank">subscribe here</a>.

Interview with Francois Zuretti

In a rare interview opportunity, SYT was invited to visit his home and studio in the south of France.

At the studio with Francois Zuretti of Zuretti Interior Design

The 34.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht Accama sold, with Bekirhan Eğriboz of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4989" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Skylight Yachting (Company)">Skylight Yachting</a> introducing the buyer and Benjamin Parratte of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/6452" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="IB Yachting (Company)">IB Yachting</a> representing the seller. Following her sale, Accama was renamed <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Accama34.95m (114'8&quot;)Benetti SpA2000">Friendship</a>. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261278/image/large-6ecc0dd1fedc5917880bf97e3aec645d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261278"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Accama34.95m (114'8&quot;)Benetti SpA2000">Friendship</a> was delivered in 2000 as part of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti’s</a> Classic 115’ series, featuring an exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a> and an interior by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zurretti Interior Design</a>. She was last refitted in 2014 and is scheduled for more work later this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261276/image/large-48844bde9b88795caa02998953c27b7c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261276"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250159/image/large-ff525a377d7a008f39ef3724731e49e8.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250159"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250163/image/large-61d118ff76bbdabb703f72b70c1971a4.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250163"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250162/image/large-30291a28ba6428e5a50a85c06e6d45fa.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250162">With 247 GT of interior volume and four staterooms comprising an owner’s suite, a VIP and two twins, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Accama34.95m (114'8&quot;)Benetti SpA2000">Friendship</a> can accommodate up to eight guests. She can also host six crew. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250158/image/large-7ad8929ca986c8786c8f7544b4bf0589.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250158"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/250153/image/large-d3d582d4d933e9f3cb36443d98ce9274.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/250153">Twin <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> engines deliver a cruising speed of 11 knots with a range of 3,800 nautical miles, and a top speed of 16 knots. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261273/image/large-b0be4453e08c634854b3cf1b600eaa0c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261273"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Accama34.95m (114'8&quot;)Benetti SpA2000">Friendship</a> was asking €3,490,000 at the time of her sale. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261274/image/large-756a298596065fb33db730d61ccc3f43.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261274">

Benetti yacht Accama sold and renamed Friendshi

The 35m Benetti motor yacht Accama sold with a last known asking price of €3,490,000.

35m Benetti yacht Accama sold and renamed Friendship 

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/261269/image/large-4ba650bc97d33abc51c1c81ce6510d87.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/261269">Currently docked in Victoria, the capital and largest city of the Republic of Seychelles, is the 70-metre conversion superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Redemption70.0m (229'8&quot;)Neue Jadewerft GmbH1969">Redemption</a>. Previously named Felix, she was originally built by German shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/604" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Neue Jadewerft GmbH (Company)">Neue Jadewerft</a> in 1969 but was converted in 2007 into a luxury superyacht by the Taiwanese shipping company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/605" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Jade Yachts (Company)">Jade Yachts</a>, under the supervision of Van Lent at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/97" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MB92 Barcelona (Company)">MB92</a> in Spain. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Redemption70.0m (229'8&quot;)Neue Jadewerft GmbH1969">Redemption</a>'s naval architecture was designed by Dutch studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a>, and her conversion exterior lines were penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/56" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Reymond Langton Design Ltd. (Company)">Reymond Langton</a> while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a> was responsible for her interior. Onboard, the 1,622 GT superyacht can accommodate as many as 14 guests in seven staterooms. Performance-wise, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/756" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Redemption70.0m (229'8&quot;)Neue Jadewerft GmbH1969">Redemption</a> can reach a maximum speed of 14 knots and reach a transatlantic range of 8,400 nautical miles while cruising at 12 knots. Take a closer look <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Article/53032" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The 70m conversion superyacht Felix has been sold (2021-05-27 09:15:00 +0200)">onboard here</a>.

70m superyacht Redemption in the Seychelles

The 70m superyacht Redemption, built by Neue Jadewerft GmbH, is seen here docked in the Seychelles.

Yachts at Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023

With the Palm Beach International Boat Show quickly approaching, SYT takes a look at some of the yachts attending this year’s event.

The largest yachts attending Palm Beach International Boat Show 2023

<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/260613/image/large-9bae10628403688a840e7c40b4c1dabc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/260613">Spotted last Friday docked in front of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/18" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Amels (Company)">Amels</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1821" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Damen Yachting (Company)">Damen Yachting</a> yard in Vlissingen, the Netherlands, is the 68-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triple Seven68.0m (223'1&quot;)Nobiskrug2006">Triple Seven</a> and the 72-metre<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/47" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Marine (Company)">&nbsp;Delta Marine</a> superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4814" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Albatross72.2m (236'11&quot;)Delta Marine2016">Albatross</a>. Delivered by the German shipyard in 2006, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Triple Seven68.0m (223'1&quot;)Nobiskrug2006">Triple Seven</a> features both an interior and exterior design from the drawing boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/27" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Newcruise (Company)">Newcruise</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/5" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Nobiskrug (Company)">Nobiskrug</a> was responsible for her naval architecture. Onboard, she can host 12 guests within her six staterooms, cared for by a crew of 17.Behind her is the 72-metre superyacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4814" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Albatross72.2m (236'11&quot;)Delta Marine2016">Albatross</a>. Built by the Seattle-based shipyard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/47" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Delta Marine (Company)">Delta Marine</a> and delivered to her owner in 2016, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4814" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Albatross72.2m (236'11&quot;)Delta Marine2016">Albatross</a> features an elegant exterior design by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/82" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Espen Øino International (Company)">Espen Øino</a> and a luxurious interior penned by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a>. Her naval architecture comes from the drawing boards of her builder. With an interior volume of 2,066 GT, she can accommodate as many as 12 guests in six staterooms, two on the owner’s deck and four on the main deck. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4814" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Albatross72.2m (236'11&quot;)Delta Marine2016">Albatross</a> is a true explorer, with a touch-and-go helipad, an impressive range of 7,400 nautical miles and the capability to carry five tenders of up to 8.5-metres in length.

Superyachts Triple Seven and Albatross in Vlissingen

The 68m superyacht Triple Seven and the 72m superyacht Albatross are seen here docked in Vlissingen.

The 36.6-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1170" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mamma Mia36.58m (120'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2007">Mamma Mia</a> sold in a deal with Jason Walton of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1252" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Denison (Company)">Denison Yachting</a> introducing the buyer and Jim McConville of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1102" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Allied Marine (Company)">Allied Marine</a> standing in for the seller.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/209318/image/large-c0f9c356c0060acde1966f428f57b475.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/209318"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1170" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mamma Mia36.58m (120'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2007">Mamma Mia</a> was delivered in 2007 from Italy as part of the popular <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a> Classic 37 series. She features naval architecture by her builder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/212" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Benetti SpA (Company)">Benetti</a>, while <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/254" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Stefano Righini Design (Company)">Stefano Righini Design</a> were responsible for her exterior design. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/259935/image/large-c9ac68fcce9ce52aa1200e1226823220.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/259935"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1170" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mamma Mia36.58m (120'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2007">Mamma Mia</a> accommodates as many as 12 guests in five staterooms across 299 GT and three decks. Her interior design comes from the boards of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/67" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zuretti Interior Design (Company)">Zuretti Interior Design</a> which used neutral tones contrasted against dark mahogany wood and marble finishes.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/31561/image/large-0999f523dcb68f40de710d74e70e9eb7.JPG" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/31561">In terms of performance, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1170" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mamma Mia36.58m (120'0&quot;)Benetti SpA2007">Mamma Mia</a> sports two <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1409" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="MTU (Company)">MTU</a> 12V 2000 M91 diesel engines which propel her to a top speed of 16 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots. She had a last known asking price of $6,299,000.&nbsp;

Benetti’s 37m motor yacht Mamma Mia sold

Benetti’s 37m motor yacht Mamma Mia sold with a last known asking price of $6,299,000. 