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The Art of Sailing CRN Latona 50m
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A 50-metre yacht that is the result of the powerful synergy between the Zuccon International Project studio and the CRN yard, reflecting the vision and passion of the owners’ families. Their strong personality is clearly embodied throughout, from the choice of hull livery to the smallest interior details. Not forgetting a decorative concept based on the Liberty style by Désirée Sormani - ph. by courtesy of CRN
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t had to be uniqueand, above all, make a dream come
environment, and it also allows the tender to berth within the hull.
true. And that’s what happened - Latona, the magnificent
It forms part of a spectacular beach club with solarium, fitness
50-metre build from the CRN yard and presented in all
area and hammam.
her splendour at the Monaco Yacht Show 2018, is the
The interiors are also unique, and not just because of the Liberty
result of the excellent understanding between the creative team
style chosen to create the mood of the décor. The layout is striking,
(the Ancona-based Ferretti Group and Zuccon International
with guests welcomed directly by the large dining room that
Project) and a client who has played an active role in the project.
immediately communicates the importance the owner places on
The result is a distinctive yacht with classic, timeless lines, that has
social interaction and eating as a family at the round table in a
made her owner a happy man. “Even now he still hugs me when
style that recalls Central Europe in the 1920s and which is found
we meet”, says Giovanni Zuccon, the architect responsible for the
throughout the yacht. A dark brown emboidrery in the floor
exterior and interior lines. This uniqueness begins with the hull
chosen by the owner plays the role of a unifying thread, leading
livery, in a daring colour specified by the owner: a rare shade of
guests through the various interiors. It is repeated on the marble
turquoise that changes according to the nature of the sea and sea
carpets, the curved dark oak handrails of the spiral staircase
floor where the yacht is sailing.
linking the decks and even on the stairs, with a harmonious
Latona is 50 metres long and has four large decks and a lower deck.
alternation of carpet and wood. The same sinuous lines shape the
She draws inspiration from the famous Superconero of the 1960s
furnishings and handmade decorative elements, like the lacquered
and features classic, timeless lines. She also has an exciting, sporty
doors with bas-reliefs and the custom-made Murano glass and metal lamps with motifs inspired by flowers and leaves in perfect Liberty style. The elegance of the interiors is further enhanced by the silver bleached oak woodwork. Every detail is a unique piece created by the yard’s skilled artisans. Even the lift (by IcmBertazzoni) is a specially made work of art. The fabrics embellishing the interiors were chosen by the owner, and the floral motifs of the wood, which are repeated in the ceiling spotlights in the owner’s suite, were created by master carpenters. The owner’s cabin is dominated by an imposing bed but the focal point of the room is a special Liberty chair chosen by the owner. It can be placed on the terrace over the sea – on waking he simply presses a button before diving into the water for a morning swim. As a cigar lover, he also requested a second balcony with glass screen separating it from the cabin, to be used as a smoking
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side with sleek, tapered bow, large spaces and lots of exterior areas
area. The cute children’s cabin looks more like a scene stolen
that integrate smoothly with the surrounding seascape, from the
from an old book of kids’ stories, while the upper deck lounge
huge Mediterranean-style sundeck to the relaxation area at the
is a magical place with a huge sofa shaped like an ancient lyre, a
bow, the external living area, the terraces perched above the sea
design that also appears on the soft carpet. Perhaps inevitably in
and the exclusive lower deck tender bay, a fantastic area of a type
a space like this, there is also a grand piano whose lovely melodies
already featured on the J’Ade – it’s actually a sheltered seawater
drift across the water.
swimming pool inside the yacht for family bathing in a protected
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There are many outdoor areas on board, from the vast Mediterranean-style sun deck to the relaxation area at the bow, the exterior living areas and the terraces over the sea. Left, the Latona’s streamlined prow. Depsite this, she has classic lines. Opening, the upper deck salon with a giant lyre-shaped sofa like the motif on the soft carpet. A magical place to stop and enjoy the music of the grand piano
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Liberty is the style chosen to create the mood in the interiors, and is dominant throughout. To the left, the kids’ cabin resembles a scene stolen from an old storybook. Below, the dining area that welcomes guests on board communicates the importance the owner places on social interaction and being together as a family around the table. The forniture, the decor and cabinetry are the result of the craftsmanship of the yard’s suppliers. Opposite page: above, the owner’s cabin. Below, the beach club hammam
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The Mediterranean-style sundeck is a spectacular terrace over the sea with bar, solarium, Jacuzzi and inflatable slide. Here the family can gather for informal meals and enjoy relaxing and being together. The cushions reprise the unusual hull colour
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Exterior Design and Internal Layout Zuccon International Project
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here are several strong points in the design of the Latona – first of all, the proportions, the dimensional relationship that exists between the heights of the hull surfaces and the superstructure, and between filled and empty spaces. Then there are the essential geometric lines that are a crucial element of the yacht’s aesthetic appeal. The project was inspired by the legendary 1960s yacht, the Superconero. At the owner’s request, Latona was designed to be a home from homeand, with a GT of less than 500 tonnes, she offers a perfect balance between large volumes and exceptional comfort and practicality more typical of a 60 to 70-metre yacht, blending with the extensive personalisation of the interiors. The design is based on the assumption that it will be used by two owners’ families, and that the open-air areas will be enjoyed most of all, in extremely convivial spaces. This is also reflected by the fact that there is only one salon, on the upper deck. Not just a place to sit in, but also a setting to relax and listen to the music. Latona represents many things for us – the chance to get to know exceptional owners, on a personal level, too. They were precise and meticulous, and very determined in their choices, as we realised immediately from their choice of hull livery. It was a great opportunity for the yard, as it enabled us to show a sort of maturity in the way we managed the design and build of a unique yacht. There just aren’t any other yachts with this type of layout and interiors, because the owners of this one are unique, too.
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Above, the tender bay, a magnificent area already featured on the J’Ade. It enables the creation within it of a sheltered indoor swimming pool for family bathing in safety waters. It also allows the tender to enter the yacht (right). Opposite page, a relaxation area sheltered by an awning provides a wonderful view. Top, left, Giovanni Zuccon, the architect responsible for the exterior and interior design
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Interior Design Zuccon International Project
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he ideas for the interiors were very clear. The owners were present, and asked for their favourite style, Liberty, so we had to go and bury our noses in interior design textbooks to refresh our memories. For the free-standing furniture we turned to Medea, Italy’s leading manufacturer of Liberty furniture. Involving them in the project, I realised how hard it is to make this kind of object, and how long it takes. We had to assign one person to handle this project exclusively for two years. Over a hundred renderings and drawings were produced, produced and submitted to the owner for approval, all presented in three dimensions. CRN made a valuable contribution with its experience, and it monitored the build in coordination with Zago, the company which made the interior furnishings. The team work was incredible – everyone carried out their task with consummate professionalism.
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The choice of Liberty presented some problems – it could have led to a heavy look in the limited spaces available on board a yacht. So we decided to update and streamline them a little. The risk was that the result could be overbearing and invasive. Liberty furniture is generally dark, so we lightened everything else around it, which is not something you would have found in the 1920s. We played with variations in shades - as you move from one interior to another you don’t have the sensation that lots of colours have been used, but every space has its own character, its own design, with colours that are very close but still different. We did a lot of research in order to obtain a harmonious look. We even went to the owners’ birthplaces to see how Liberty was interpreted there, to understand that country’s take on Liberty. The owners’ wives made some inspired fabric choices
Project Architecture Costanza Pazzi
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he decision to develop the Liberty style in every detail led to a unique experience that gave us great satisfaction and fulfilled the wishes of the owners’ families who knew exactly what they wanted. Our research into the style of the 1920s Mitteleuropean style, its recurring themes and motifs and the artworks and architecture created in that period, from monuments to the Paris metro stations, were an important source of inspiration. The fully-custom furniture created by our master artisans is complemented by pieces from specialist suppliers that we specially customised for Latona. One example of artisanal expertise is the spiral staircase linking the decks – every detail is the result of intensive study, from the curved dark oak handrail to the sophisticated dark brown embroidery on the steps. We carried out an in-depth investigation into the fluidity and behaviour of liquids to give the decor a refined sense of suppleness that pervades the entire yacht. The perfect symmetry of the ceiling in the owner’s suite was a unique design and production stimulus. Curved on four sides, the ceiling comprises regular panels in lacquered frames. Where they intersect, we placed spotlights that are further embellished by a ferrule with a five-petal floral decoration to emphasise the sense of continuity and balance. The lighting design played a crucial role in giving warmth to the interiors and emphasising the Liberty details that make this yacht unique. Many areas of the yacht gave us great satisfaction, from the music room, a perfect reflection of Liberty style, to the multi-purpose tender bay. Personally, I’m particularly fond of the kids’ cabin – this Liberty space has been created for their toys and games, and they love it.
The doors and woodwork are works of art, hand made by skilful artisans. Opposite page, the owner’s smoking balcony and the spectacular staircase with dark brown motif on the steps and handrail, repeated in many interiors
that helped brighten the yacht and create a serene mood while giving each cabin its own chromatic character. For me, Latona is a spatial system where the individual natures of the different elements have been fused into a linguistic and emotional continuum. It’s a series of different spaces with a shared respect for the Liberty style, but each has its own distinct personality, and each one strikes up a dialogue with the visitor. A great deal of love has gone into the yacht’s creation. Latona is proof that a good design and build is inspired by the closest possible relationship between those who visualise it and those who will experience it.
Above, Costanza Pazzi, the architect at the CRN yard who handled fitting out and supervised the teams throughout construction of the Latona with the Zuccon International Project studio
Latona is a dream come true for an owner who wanted a unique yacht. The yacht uniqueness can immediately be seen in the hull livery, a rare shade of turquoise that shifts according to the sea conditions and seabed below. Latona is the result of an excellent understanding between the creative team - the Ancona-based Ferretti Group yard and Zuccon International Project, and a client who took an active role in the design stages
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The Shipyard Stefano De Vivo CRN Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Board Member
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atona was conceived as a private yacht, an oasis of peace for the owner and his family, a place for them to spend their free time together in an comfortable, realxing atmosphere. The yard and its workforce took three years to complete this 50-metre yacht. With a 9.20 metre beam, she offers surprisingly large interior and exterior spaces – this enabled us to install design solutions usually only found on vessels over 60 metres long. There are many innovations on board, especially the spectacular areas over the sea like the balconies that can also be enjoyed while under way and the opening terraces that can be used when moored. The lower deck aft area is unique, creating a generous open-air living area integrated with the beach club, providing over 80 square metres of indoor and outdoor space for socializing in the solarium, the fitness area and the Turkish bath with custom mosaic. There is also an indoor saltwater swimming pool, decorated with a blue and turquoise mosaic. This area transforms into a floodable garage for the tender, but when empty it’s the perfect place for kids to swim, for aquagym sessions or as a base for diving, snorkelling or Seabob trips. The floodable garage, a pioneering solution developed by our yard, appeared for the first time on the 60-metre J’Ade, where a technical area was converted into an open-air living area. On board the Latona, this area was designed and developed in an entirely new, personal way. The Latona marks a new step forward in the history of made-to-measure yachts. In order to make the owner’s dreams come true we called on all the technical skills and expertise offered by the yard’s artisans. The result is an extraordinary yacht created in the Mitteleuropean Liberty style of the 1920s. The smile on the owner’s face was the proof of our success. Immediately after delivery he set off with his family on a long Mediterranean cruise which lasted until just before the Monaco Boat Show.
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