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CREATIVE DIRECTION
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COVER: GIORGIO ARMANI
by STEFANO GUINDANI
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TOP 20
CUSTOM LIFE LIST
From one-off creations and next-level
personalisation to visionary creators
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CUSTOM
ADVANTAGE
Enhance your yachting lifestyle
with a support vessel
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THE GREAT
COLLECTABLES
Ledmore & Co share the
greatest collector cars
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TOP 10 YACHTS
Presenting the yachts designed
for custom lifestyle
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SEA TO SKI
Our edit of the finest
European ski chalets
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SALES DIRECTORY
Highlights from the
Ocean Independence sales fleet
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WELCOME
Looking to the past, present and future, we uncover the incredible stories behind
one-off commissions, share the bespoke services allowing consumers to become creators
and hear from the luxury leaders revitalising the true spirit of luxury through ground-
breaking levels of ultra-personalisation.
Our special thanks to the legendary Giorgio Armani for leading this edition with
an exclusive interview covering his eponymous label’s evolution from fashion house to
lifestyle brand. From home décor and hospitality to yacht design, the elegant world of
Armani knows no bounds.
Custom lifestyle is part of our DNA here at Ocean Independence. We take pride in
matching you with your perfect yacht for sale, crafting one-of-a-kind charter experiences
and guiding a new yacht from concept to completion. From specialist yacht operations
to charter management and the resale of your yacht, our shoreside support is a powerful
engine room delivering custom solutions.
PETER HÜRZELER & NICHOLAS DEAN
Managing Partners, Ocean Independence
Is PERSONALISATION priceless? In this, our tenth edition, PURSUIT takes
a look at the brands, services and creators answering the growing demand for one-off
creations which is being seen across all facets of yachting lifestyle
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At Ocean Independence, we understand that the GREATEST
LUXURIES in life are PERSONAL. In this edition of PURSUIT,
we celebrate the RARE world of CUSTOM LIFESTYLE and speak
with VISIONARY creator, GIORGIO ARMANI
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TOP TWENTY
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GIORGIO ARMANI
The CELEBRATED Italian designer REDEFINED luxury through
fashion. As his empire evolves into LIFESTYLE, Giorgio Armani tells
PURSUIT how his elegant aesthetic holds LIMITLESS POTENTIAL
here are few names as synonymous with refined elegance and craftsmanship
as that of Giorgio Armani. Since founding his eponymous fashion label in
1975, Mr Armani – as he is always reverently addressed – has created an
empire which now spans haute couture, ready-to-wear, beauty, homeware, interior
design, hotels and restaurants, floristry and even chocolates. There is no lifestyle
element, it seems, which cannot infinitely benefit from the Armani touch.
“It all stems from the drive to create a world which reflects my taste,” says
Armani. “It’s a natural progression, or at least it was for me. First you dress the
body then you dress the space inhabited by the body. Having furnished the space I
also personalise it, exploring all the possibilities of
an Armani label lifestyle.”
This year, the homeware arm of the Armani
empire – Armani/Casa – celebrates its 21st birthday,
but its story really began back in 1982 when Armani
designed a lamp for his company’s Milan offices.
Now known as the ‘Logo Lamp’, it became the
Armani/Casa logo and still forms an integral part of
each collection. “I’m very fond of this piece; with its
pure geometric shape, natural materials and colours,
it symbolically encapsulates all the fundamental
elements of my design philosophy,” he says.
Just as Armani reinvented the way clothes were
made – deconstructing centuries-old methods of
tailoring to create a fluid, modern and rarefied
silhouette – so too has Armani/Casa influenced the
way we live. While the brand’s early designs were
strongly linear, it has evolved into something softer.
“Over the years, however, I’ve discovered a
certain softness, a taste for the artisan nature of
material and, if you like, a toned-down, luxury
frivolity which I now find are the key features of the collection,” says Armani. “Yet
what truly emerges is the taste for the basic line which enhances the material. In this
sense it is identical to my approach to clothes, in which it’s always the material which
speaks, via the pared-down design.”
Armani established the Armani/Casa Interior Design Studio in 2004, realising
his vision for elegant living. Recent projects include the Armani/Casa Moscow
Residences, a complex of 26 luxury properties close to the State Tretyakov Gallery,
and he is also redesigning his historic building on Madison Avenue, New York,
which will house not only the new Giorgio Armani boutique but also Residences by
Armani/Casa.
Armani’s expansion into hospitality with the launches of the Armani Hotels in
Dubai in 2010 and in Milan in 2011 saw his vision distilled into service and setting.
How did he ensure that the Armani aesthetic was imbued in every element? “In the
only way I can – fanatically checking all the smallest details, making sure that
everything, from the furniture to the service, reflects my idea and my vision. I’m
pleased with the result because what the hotels are offering is a luxury yet extremely
discreet service, not at all ostentatious, made to measure for each person.”
Recently,
Armani
has
also
been
designing
interiors for yachts. “Designing yacht interiors
represents the coming together of two great passions
– on the one hand the sea and on the other the home
as a space to be dressed,” says Armani. “A yacht is
none other than a moving home on the water, a fusion
of adventure and freedom. I very much like the
technical limitations of this specific area of design,
they stimulate creativity rather than inhibit it.”
The key to Armani’s staggering success as a
creative polymath is undoubtedly his unique ability
to articulate his very specific style in myriad ways
and to continuously evolve: “The decision not to
evolve is fatal in my opinion,” he says. “I would say
that mine is a deeply humanist vision, and my work
glorifies the person in that everything, from
furniture to clothes, is designed to show them off
and not to disguise them.”
The word ‘luxury’ is an easy word to attribute
to Armani – both the brand and the man – and yet
it is a term in danger of losing its potency, he says.
“There is much talk about luxury, possibly too much, at times even losing sight of
its true meaning.
“For me, luxury is a personal concept and difficult to generalise; whatever makes
you feel good is a luxury to me and is not necessarily something expensive. It can be
a piece of furniture with maximum careful crafting and, likewise, having time
available to spend with the ones you love. As a man, and businessperson, I think
that the utmost in luxury is represented by freedom and independence. We’re
realising this now more than ever.”
AS A MAN, AND
BUSINESSPERSON, I THINK
THAT THE UTMOST IN LUXURY
IS REPRESENTED BY FREEDOM
AND INDEPENDENCE
I M AG E S A B OV E
G ior g io A r m a n i's c l i f f s ide v i l l a i n A nt i g u a a nd 6 5 -met r e mot or y a cht Ma i n
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ROUSSEAU
WRITING DESK
Enrich your work area with this understated yet
extremely deluxe piece. The elegant lines and
precious materials of the Rousseau desk bring a
sense of formal lightness to any space in the home,
from an office to a bedroom. Handcrafted in Italy
using natural timber, leather and brass, functional
details display a decorative beauty at the same
time. A separate leather desk pad with embossed
logo is also available for commission, increasing
your comfort while working at the desk.
ROWAN
TABLE ACCESSORIES
Crafted from a food-safe marble effect resin, the
azure blue Rowan table accessories will enhance
any summer table. Embracing nature in his choice
of colour and in referencing stone veining, through
this collection Armani reconnects with the great
outdoors. Featuring a bento box whose pieces are
kept together by a tumbled leather strap with metal
buckle; a jar and glasses suitable to be used on
terraces and around the swimming pool, and a
spaghetti dozer and rolling pin - all pieces feature
a carved GA logo.
ROYAL
LIMITED EDITION BAR CABINET
Armani/Casa’s collection of iconic bar cabinets welcomes a distinguished new member to the family with the introduction of
Royal. Clad in a special weaving of paper and cotton reminiscent of a Japanese tatami and the textured fabrics typical in Giorgio
Armani’s aesthetic, inside back-lit panels of gold-toned methacrylate are reminiscent of marble veins and mother of pearl. Limited
to 88 pieces, the pleasing cylindrical shape of this handcrafted cabinet blends Oriental influences and fashion inspirations into a
design which allows for seamless ease of use.
PUMP
FITNESS COLLECTION
Why settle for unsightly gym equipment when you can elevate
your home gym with a collection of tasteful design objects?
Bring Armani’s eye for detail and distinction to your home
workout with the brand’s sleek collection of fitness equipment.
Echoing the refinement and style of Armani’s leather bags or
tailored suits, the Pump collection is constructed in sleek black
leather and comprises a set of 1kg dumbbells, a size adjustable
skipping rope, and a 190cm yoga mat constructed from anti-slip
rubber fabric and leatherette.
From a morning WORKOUT to an evening APERITIF,
there is no part of YOUR DAY which can’t be ELEVATED by
the LIMITED-EDITION world of ARMANI/CASA
ARMANI LIFESTYLE
LOGO LAMP
ICONIC PRODUCT
The iconic design that started the Armani/Casa
story, Giorgio Armani designed the Logo Lamp in
1982 for the company’s Milanese offices. So fond is
Mr Armani of the lamp’s pure geometric shape that
it came to be used as the Armani/Casa logo, and it
still makes up an integral part of the brand’s
collections. To celebrate the 35th anniversary of
this piece, the 2017 collection introduced a
reimagined limited edition of only 200 signed
pieces with a methcrylate lampshade for a softly
diffused light. A design classic.
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f you want to tackle the most challenging terrains when on land, make sure
your garage is stocked with a fleet of customised Polaris RZR XP 1000 High
Lifters. For more than 50 years, Polaris has designed and built ground-breaking
vehicles which have transformed the powersports industry, and the RZR XP
1000 takes the already impressive capabilities of the High Lifter further still.
This 110-horsepower sport machine has a naturally-aspirated engine designed for
extreme mud performance, powering it through the deepest of ruts.
High-mounted air intakes ensure clean air reaches the engine, clutches run cool
and all vent lines are integrated into the cab frame to keep them free of debris.
Fifteen inches of ground clearance, arched front A-arms, rear radius rods and stiffer
shock springs maintain ride height even when the RZR is overburdened with mud.
With options for two or four seats, the RZR can be fully customised. Choose
between roofs crafted from aluminium or tough polycarbonate, and select the tyre
and wheel set most suited to your destination. A fully tempered glass windshield,
tough yet lightweight lower aluminium half doors as well as canvas upper doors
can offer full protection. A variety of front and rear Polaris bumpers protect the
vehicle and add style, while sophisticated camera and audio kits will elevate your
model further still.
lectric surfboards have become a fixture of the modern toy box and with every
passing year the technology that drives them creates sleeker, faster, and more
intuitive models. The RÄVIK 3, the latest iteration from pioneering Swedish
electric water sports brand Awake, raises the bar even higher.
Building on the phenomenal success of Awake’s first two models – the RÄVIK
ONE and the RÄVIK S – the RÄVIK 3 is the perfect combination of both race
and leisure. With a 53 km/h (33 mph) top speed, this zero-emission board has the
performance to satisfy even the most experienced surfers, while its exceptional
weight distribution will support beginners. A choice of three skill levels and throttle
sensitivity settings mean the user can adapt the board as their confidence grows.
Brand new technology such as an optimised electronic speed controller, a second
generation wireless hand controller, a completely re-made brushless motor and a
cutting edge impeller bring the new model right up to date.
The RÄVIK 3 can also be customised to suit your lifestyle. Choose between the
XR battery for 50% extra riding time or the standard battery. Awake's custom-
made board bag comes complete with inserts, a charger bag and a set of detachable
wheels for easy transportation, while an Awake RÄVIK wall mount will safely store
or stylishly display your board.
Put the pulling POWER into your toy collection - on LAND and SEA -
with these high performance CUSTOMISABLE MODELS tipped to be
NEXT summer's hottest accessories
HYPER TOYS
SIDE-BY-SIDE ATV
POLARIS RZR XP 1000
ELECTRIC SURFBOARD
AWAKE RÄVIK 3
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WINE OF THE TSARS
s is usually the case with the very rarest and finest creations,
Cristal came into being as the result of the combined ambition
of a commissioning patron and the tenacity of a maker. In
1876, Tsar Alexander II approached his favourite champagne house,
Champagne Louis Roederer, to create a new and exceptional cuvée.
A longstanding lover of fine champagne, Tsar Alexander II wanted a
wine for his personal consumption which would represent the absolute
zenith of quality.
Unlike other champagne houses who bought the majority of
their grapes from a multitude of small growers, Louis Roederer had
purchased their own vineyards in the 1830s, giving them complete
control over every element of the process. The Maison knew exactly
which plots consistently provided the best quality grapes, and could
isolate these parcels to make what was to become the original prestige
cuvée exclusively for the Tsar and his court.
The result was a stunningly pure, concentrated and elegant
champagne, named ‘Cristal’ as the Tsar requested they be bottled
in crystal decanters. It remained the exclusive champagne of the
Tsars until the Romanov dynasty met its end in 1918 and was not
commercialised by the Roederer family until 1945. To this day,
Cristal is made entirely from estate grown fruit and remains a
champagne of very small production. Each of the 45 plots of the
Cristal Estate are on highly chalky soils located in seven grand
cru villages, and over the past two decades the Maison has been
converting their estate to organic and biodynamic viticulture. A
noticeable outcome of this far more sustainable form of farming is
that the natural freshness of the wines is enhanced.
The 2012 release was the first year that Cristal was made from
100% biodynamically farmed grapes, and it was met with great critical
acclaim - as was the subsequent 2013 vintage. Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon,
Cellar Master at Champagne Louis Roederer, believes the best time to
drink Cristal is at 20 years old. This inspired the Vinothèque project,
allowing Cristal to be bought and drunk, rather than bought and aged.
A tiny production of the Vinothèque 2000, the fourth iteration of the
Vinothèque project, has just been released. Lécaillon advises: “Let the
wine breathe, that is the key for Cristal, let the wine open in the glass.”
The eagerly anticipated release of the 2014 vintage in early 2022 will
tell the next chapter in the Cristal story.
A truly legendary champagne, CRISTAL is the House of
Louis Roederer’s most famous wine and with good reason.
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CUVÉE SECRÈTE
GUERLAIN
There are few fragrance bottles in the world more iconic than the Guerlain Bee Bottle, and its latest iteration raises the bar once more.
Guerlain has partnered with Swiss artist and couturier Kévin Germanier, who specialises in ‘sustainable glamour’, to create an exceptional
edition of just 11 unique pieces. La Cuvée Secrète’s bottle is adorned with upcycled Swarovski crystals, meticulously applied by hand using
Germanier’s revolutionary embroidery technique. The result is a resplendent gown of shimmering colour, topped with silk thread fastened
with a golden seal and the Bee Bottle’s signature ‘barbiche’, encasing the magnificent Eau de Cologne within.
HAUTE PERFUMERIE
HENRY JACQUES
Since the House was founded in 1975, Henry Jacques’s exquisite
creations have been sought out by discerning connoisseurs.
Now the House’s CEO Anne-Lise Cremona and architect and
designer Christophe Tollemer have come together to bring the
ancient form of solid perfume to the modern enthusiast. This
new formulation incorporates all 50 of the signature Henry
Jacques Classiques, as well as the tremendously rare
Exceptions and the Sur-Mesure, for the pinnacle of olfactory
luxury. The solid perfumes are encased in the precious ‘Clic-
Clac’, a cult object crafted from avant-garde materials such as
titanium or carbon, with jewelled versions coming soon, and a
patented opening mechanism.
AZZI GLASSER
The award-winning British perfume designer Azzi Glasser is
more magician than perfumier. Her bespoke fragrances aren't
just created for the world's top fashion houses, royalty and
beauty brands, but for Hollywood actors looking to step into
character. Helena Bonham Carter, Jude Law and Johnny Depp
are just some of the names in Glasser’s unrivalled portfolio.
Her unique approach to creating a bespoke perfume is to
capture her Client’s character, personality and style and then
create a personalised fragrance using hand-picked rare
ingredients from around the world. The end result is a truly
unique signature fragrance which is ‘loved by others and
utterly loyal to the wearer’, says Glasser.
Nothing is more PERSONAL than scent. Discover a perfume as unique
as you are with BESPOKE FRAGRANCES created by the world’s greatest
perfumers and highly limited edition WORKS OF ART
BESPOKE
COACHBUILDERS
MONZA SP1 & SP2
FERRARI
Inspired by the legendary Ferrari racing barchettas
of the past, the limited-edition Monza SP1 and SP2
are the first models in the marque’s special ‘Icona’
series, and in 2019 the SP1 took the prestigious
Red Dot Award: Best of the Best.
LA VOITURE NOIRE
BUGAT TI
An ode to Jean Bugatti’s iconic all-black Type 57SC
Atlantic line from 1934, the one-off Bugatti La
Voiture Noire became the most expensive vehicle in
motoring history when it was unveiled in Geneva
the summer of 2020.
VICTOR
ASTON MARTIN
The wildest Aston Martin commission, the one-off
Victor is the most powerful manual supercar in the
marque’s history. Combining elements of the One-77
and Vulcan with Valkyrie components, this full-carbon
creation is a pioneering blend of technical wonders.
Discover the ULTIMATE
ONE-OFF creations from three of
the great AUTOMOTIVE brands
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CHRONOMÈTRE À RÉSONANCE
F.P. JOURNE
François-Paul Journe is one of the most acclaimed players in the field of haute
horology. A graduate of the Paris watchmaking school, Journe restored clocks and
pocket watches by Breguet and completed commissions from Asprey and Cartier as a
talented young watchmaker. In 1999, he presented his own collection of wristwatches
signed ‘F.P. Journe Invenit et Fecit’ – a Latin phrase meaning ‘invented and made’. His
designs have strong design DNA, none more so than the Chronomètre à Résonance. It
is the only wristwatch in the world to utilise the natural phenomenon of resonance,
where one movement helps regulate the other.
TYPE 5 DIVE WATCH
RESSENCE
Founded by the Belgian industrial designer Benoît Mintiens in 2010, Ressence’s
motto is “built on the expertise of yesterday, crafted with today’s technology”, and
their watches are truly designed for tomorrow. Each model features an instantly
recognisable clear and revolutionary design in which the watch’s sub-dials continually
orbit one another. Regarded as the most legible dive watch ever, the Ressence TYPE
5 is the world’s first watch which can be viewed at any angle under water, thanks to
its edge-to-edge display and 142 components immersed in 37.5 ml of oil within its
domed dial. The choice of the true connoisseur.
LEGACY MACHINE
MB&F
After decades conforming to the rules of corporate watchmaking, Swiss businessman Maximilian Büsser founded what he describes as “a rebellion called MB&F” – Maximilian
Büsser & Friends - in 2005. MB&F assembles collectives of independent watchmakers to develop radical watches – Horological or Legacy Machines. MB&F’s design philosophy
reinterprets traditional, high-quality craftsmanship as three-dimensional kinetic sculptures. Central to the brand’s creative process is a belief that “a creative adult is a child who
survived”. First launched in 2014, the Legacy Machine 101 series embodies and accentuates the essentials of the wristwatch. Its pioneering three dimensional ‘flying’ balance
wheel has become the design signature of the Legacy Machine collection.
MEET THE MAKERS
Publisher of The Watch Annual, member of the GPHG Academy and MR PORTER
Style council, JUSTIN HAST explores the rarefied world of INDEPENDENT
WATCHMAKING – the pinnacle of HAUTE HOROLOGY
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ing Louis XV was a man of simple needs; he
simply wanted the best. So, when Baccarat was
founded in 1764 by his Royal Decree, it was
understood that the glassmaker in the town of Baccarat
in the Lorraine region of
Eastern France would come to
represent exacting standards,
exceptional
quality
and
exquisite craftsmanship.
When the great Charles X
commissioned an extensive
glass
dinner
service
for
the
Tuileries
Palace
in
1823,
Baccarat’s
legend
was
established.
Thus
began a long line of French
monarchs,
emperors
and
heads of state commissioning
glassware from Baccarat. In
the mid-19th Century, both
King Louis-Philippe I and
the Emperor Napoleon III
became important patrons of
the marque, while Baccarat’s award-winning showings
at the Great Exhibitions of the 19th Century earned it
admirers and patrons from across the globe, including
Ottoman Turkey, Portugal, Japan, and India.
Sultan Abdulmejid I commissioned Baccarat to
create several crystal chandeliers for his Dolmabahçe
Palace, including one which hangs above the so-called
‘Crystal Staircase’. In the late 19th Century, Tsar
Nicholas II placed so many orders with Baccarat
that the marque opened a
new workshop dedicated to
fulfilling them.
In
the
20th
century,
Baccarat
glassware
with
monograms
and
personal
insignias was commissioned
by
Aristotle
and
Jackie
Onassis,
and
by
Prince
Rainier III for his wedding to
Grace Kelly.
Today, many of Baccarat’s
exquisite
designs
reside
in
the world’s most prestigious
private homes, superyachts,
hotels
and
private
jets.
Baccarat’s
legendary
levels
of craftsmanship and service
have expanded into its first
ever hotel in New York. Its maisons in Paris, Moscow
and Seoul; boutiques and bars in Miami and Tokyo;
and restaurants in Moscow and Paris have brought
the Baccarat story into a new era, where exceptional
craftsmanship meets limitless imagination.
AUDIO CONCIERGE
FRENCH
FANCIES
The legendary HOUSE OF BACCARAT distills over
250 YEARS of expertise into its beautiful CRYSTAL
COLLECTIONS and has been commissioned by
EMPERORS and MOVIE STARS alike. Discover the
making of a CONTEMPORARY ICON
TSAR NICHOLAS II
PLACED SO MANY ORDERS
WITH BACCARAT THAT THE
MARQUE OPENED A NEW
WORKSHOP DEDICATED TO
FULFILLING THEM
Brands pushing the boundaries of
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY to create unique
audio experiences
HE 1
SENNHEISER
Crafted with Carrara marble, precious metals and
over 70 years of expertise, the Sennheiser HE 1 – the
successor to their ground-breaking Orpheus model
– is the pinnacle of headphone sound reproduction.
Each HE 1 is commissioned specifically for the
customer and is crafted over 42 days.
SAINT LAURENT
BANG & OLUFSEN
Bang & Olufsen and Saint Laurent’s collaboration
continues with new additions to the very limited
edition all-black collection. The Beosound Edge,
Beoplay E8 (3rd gen) and Mirror Black Charging Pad,
alongside Beoplay A1 and Beoplay A9 are only
available at Saint Laurent Rive Droite in Paris and
Saint Laurent Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles.
TSAR VERRE BACCARAT
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When it comes to achieving the BEST LIFESTYLE on board, why
compromise? NICHOLAS DEAN, Managing Partner at Ocean Independence,
explains how commissioning a SUPPORT VESSEL can seamlessly
ENHANCE your yachting experience
hen a superyacht is the ultimate realisation of ambition, the only
limitation should be one’s imagination. But with the advent of bigger and
better tenders and toys, even the largest superyachts are constrained by
what they can carry without compromising on lifestyle. The solution? The specially
commissioned support yacht.
“The support vessel solves a huge number of problems, no matter the size of your
yacht,” says Nicholas Dean, Managing Partner
at Ocean Independence. “You could have a
100-metre yacht and still find that you don’t
have the room on board to accommodate the
tender you want. If you have a support vessel,
that problem is instantly solved.”
Typically 50 – 70 metres and with 15 – 18
knots capability, support vessels can fulfil
any function a client wants for their lifestyle.
“It’s all about customising your lifestyle with
your yachting,” says Dean. “We can enhance
your experience ten-fold as there is so much
available.” From adding more tenders and
toys or facilities such as gyms, saunas and
medical centres, to additional crew and staff
accommodation, the support vessel is designed to offer the best possible lifestyle
solutions with no requirement for compromise on the mothership.
There are other benefits where a support vessel adds to the ease and enjoyment of
your cruise. Hosting a beach party? The support vessel can travel ahead to set it up
before your arrival and stay after your departure to clear up, saving you time. Looking
to invite more than the standard number of 12 guests? Extra accommodation can be
included in the design to ensure you can host more guests with ease.
While support vessels have been in use for a number of years, the trend has picked
up pace recently. “In the late 2000s there were one or two pioneers who decided
they wanted a bigger selection of toys and lifestyle accessories,” says Dean. “Every
activity generates a huge amount of kit on the
yacht. This is the number one advantage that
comes with having a support vessel, and is a big
driver for clients choosing to commission one.”
Complex inflatable water parks can be
kept on board a support yacht, ensuring easy
access without the need for customs clearance.
A flotilla of jet skis, submersibles, wakeboards,
eFoils, seabobs, trimarans, water bikes and
windsurfs, as well as land toys including High
Lifters, eBikes, mountain bikes and off-road
electric skateboards no longer need to take up
valuable space on the yacht.
A support vessel also allows for far larger
tenders. The rising popularity of watersports
such as wakeboarding and foiling calls for a specialist ski boat with a height that
precludes it from fitting in a tender garage. Store it on the deck of the support vessel
and there is no need to compromise.
For sailing yachts, a support vessel provides comfortable accommodation during
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EXCELLENT QUALITY ONSHORE
MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES
WILL ENSURE THE TWO YACHTS WORK
SEAMLESSLY TOGETHER
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large regattas and can carry all the toys which the yacht cannot. Sailing yacht owners
can race their sailing yacht during the day and stay on their larger and better equipped
support yacht at night. It’s all about finding the best solution for their lifestyle.
With typical ranges from 5,000 to 8,000 miles, a support vessel also increases
your ability to access the globe. Purpose-built medical centres mean that even
in the most remote environments you can receive expert medical care. Specialist
doctors can be flown out to accompany owners for the duration of their excursion
for added peace of mind.
Owners and their families and friends often like to challenge themselves while
cruising. “For extreme divers, we can install a dedicated decompression chamber
on board the support vessel,” says Dean. “For clients wishing to explore Canada's
wildest heli skiing, we can include the design of a bespoke helicopter hangar inside the
support vessel to protect the helicopter from the elements.”
According to Dean, the ideal scenario is when the mothership and the support
vessel are commissioned and designed as a single concept. “You want them to be
absolutely complementary in terms of their design; you don’t want to just double up,”
he says. “Excellent quality onshore management and support services will ensure the
two yachts work seamlessly together.”
Another benefit provided by Ocean Independence is the opportunity to charter
a support yacht to other large vessels when it is not in use. This commercial aspect
could be a real advantage to the Owner and cover a percentage of the running costs.
“The question isn’t what can a support vessel do, it’s what do you want it to do?”
says Dean. “What do you want to achieve, where do you want to go and what lifestyle
are you looking for? At Ocean Independence, we can provide everything you want
and more – the sky is the limit.”
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For the discerning car collector, there are truly LEGENDARY MARQUES to acquire.
PETER BURTON of exclusive automotive member’s club LEDMORE & CO shares three
of the greatest – and MOST DESIRABLE – collector’s cars of the past hundred years
ver a century of coachbuilt car making has created some
extraordinary
artistic
endeavours
which
challenge
the
limitations of both technology and innovation. The romance
and potency of these cars not only realises the dreams of the original
commissioning patron, but generations of future collectors.
The legendary American motor racing enthusiast Willie K
Vanderbilt threw down the gauntlet for pioneering car design in
1907. He commissioned 11 examples of perhaps the world's first ever
supercar from Renault Frères for himself and ten friends. Despite
still having spoked wooden wheels, the Renault 35/45 Vanderbilt
Racer was capable of 70mph+, unheard of in 1907. Their design was
based upon Renault's all-conquering Grand Prix car, albeit scaled
down to make them far more refined and approachable for the
private individual – a racing car that a gentleman could crank.
For a veteran pre-World War I car, its design is breathtakingly
elegant. Enormously expensive, the 11 cars cost USD 150,000 in
1907, which equates to c. USD 1m per car today. Five of the original
11 examples survive today in museums and under private ownership,
with the most recent sale being by Bonhams in 2020 where chassis
number 8938 fetched USD 3.3m.
When Enzo Ferrari decided in 1953 to allow just five examples of
the 375 MM to be built and sold only to patrons of his choosing, he
created an automotive legend. The five cars were to become the
'Speciales', perhaps the most famous of which was chassis 0456AM,
commissioned by film director Roberto Rossellini as a wedding
present for his wife, Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman. It featured
the phenomenal 4.5 litre 330bhp Colombo V12 engine, a one-off
custom
body
by
Pininfarina
featuring
avant-garde
pop-up
headlamps and large cut outs behind the front wings, inspired by the
legendary Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa. The gold paint too was a unique
colour, aptly named ‘Grigio Ingrid.’ Earning itself the moniker
‘Dono d'amore’ – Gift of Love – today its whereabouts remain
unknown, but it is believed to still be owned by former Microsoft
President Jon Shirley, who last exhibited the car at the 2014 Pebble
Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Described by the broadcaster and author James May as "a love
letter to the 911", the Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer combines
the classic aesthetic of the 964 generation of 911 with performance
to match even the most powerful contemporary model. First
commissioned in 2010, the Singer 911 is the antithesis of a production
line vehicle; these are pieces of Porsche-flavoured automotive art.
Each example is entirely unique, commissioned in line with their
Owner’s wishes and costs anywhere between USD 475,000 and USD 2m.
Succeeding in remaining true to the air-cooled powertrain
architecture which is so important to many Porsche collectors, the
Singer 911 is the ultimate collector’s 911.
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19 0 7 Renault 35/45 Vanderbilt Racer; 2010 Porsche Singer 911; 1954 Ferrari 357 MM Ingrid Bergman Coupé
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From distinguished SAILING YACHTS to thrilling NEW BUILDS, these superyachts all have one
thing in common: they were designed to offer the ULTIMATE CUSTOM LIFESTYLE
TOP 10 YACHTS
Due for completion in 2025, this extraordinary new construction project seamlessly blends the exhilaration of a sailing yacht with
the luxury and comfort of a motor yacht, giving you full flexibility for your lifestyle. Designed by Geneva-based Valentin Design
in collaboration with renowned German shipyard Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven, Sonata was conceived with one goal in mind: to
create a "buildable, eco-friendly superyacht of tomorrow" which incorporates naval architecture in the design process from the
outset. With a beach club, gym and deck Jacuzzi, the design of this 107m yacht prioritises the experience of her guests, for which
there is room to accommodate 12 guests in six magnificent staterooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows plus a luxurious and sustainable
interior connects to the outdoors in this revolutionary design.
SONATA
NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE
Built in 2017 by Italian shipyard Rossinavi, Endeavour 2 combines
lustrous beauty with sheer power. Fuelled by twin Rolls-Royce
Marine engines, this award-winning 50m tri-deck explorer
superyacht has a top speed of 16 knots and was designed for long
range cruising, perfect for more adventurous charters. Fully
customised and with sleek interior styling by Salvagni Architetti,
Endeavour 2 can accommodate ten guests in five exquisite
staterooms. The capacious full-beam Owner’s suite with private
deck is located on the main deck and is flooded with natural light
thanks to the yacht’s extensive use of glass. On the lower deck,
Endeavour 2’s VIP suite with private salon is convertible into two
double staterooms, offering plenty of flexibility. When not cruising,
family and friends will be kept entertained by Endeavour 2’s
incredible selection of toys, including jet skis, wakeboards and
Seabobs, while two tenders, including a 7m/23' limousine tender,
will transport you to land in style.
ENDEAVOUR 2
FOR CHARTER
ASOLARE
FOR CHARTER
Designed by the world renowned Bruce King Yacht Design and
built in 2003 by America’s oldest boatbuilder Hodgdon Yachts,
47m Asolare (ex Scheherazade) is a true masterpiece. She was,
at the time of her launch, the largest cold-molded sailing yacht
ever built, and no detail was overlooked in her creation. As well
as deploying cutting edge technology, Hodgdon's skilled
carvers painstakingly produced unique sculptures as well as
hundreds of individually hand-carved sea motif decorations for
Asolare’s elegant interior, designed by the revered Winch
Design. Her hull and frames were crafted from a 600-year-old
Douglas Fir and a 300-year-old Western Red Cedar tree, while
her functions are fully up to date, controlled using touch screens
and joy sticks. With accommodation for up to six guests in a
master suite and two twin staterooms, and an incredible array of
water toys and accessories, Asolare would make for an
exceptional family charter in the Mediterranean.
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BLACKCAT 50
NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE
There are catamarans and then there is BlackCat 50. Due for
completion in 2024, this 50m supercat yacht is set to become the
largest single-structure carbon yacht in the world and will be
capable of making speeds of 30 knots, all in exceptional style.
The result of decades of top-flight sailing experience, the
yacht was conceived by multihull expert and BlackCat founder
Mitch Booth, the winner of two Olympic medals and numerous
world titles. Yacht designer Malcolm McKeon and M2 Atelier have
been appointed for the interiors, with North Technology Group
assisting with the sail plan, rigging and sails themselves, while
Baltic Yachts have been selected for the construction.
The result will be a flawless high performance catamaran,
with 320sqm of interior space, glass-wrapped overheads,
accommodation for up to 10 guests and 12 crew and an array of
layout options to suit your lifestyle.
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For the client who doesn’t simply desire a yacht but wishes to create their ideal project, the OTAM
Custom Range 115 is a truly unique proposition. Following on from the award-winning Gipsy, this is
the second launch from the distinguished Italian shipyard’s Aluminium Custom Range.
With sleek and bold exterior lines inspired by the aeronautical and automotive worlds designed
by BG Design Firm, this bespoke new-build 30m yacht is due for completion in 2023 and is entirely
customisable both externally and internally. Choose between a three-engine configuration with
MTU 2600-hp engines and a KaMeWa waterjet central booster for a top speed of 44 knots and a
cruising speed of a zippy 32 knots, or twin MTU engines for a top speed of 35 knots and a cruising
speed of 28 knots.
Eight guests can be accommodated in four staterooms including a full-beam Owner’s suite, and
the layout can still be adapted for specific requirements. Extensive glazing provides panoramic sea
views from the open-plan salon and dining area, and the Owner could choose to include a gym, spa
or generous pantry for the best possible on board dining experience. The choice is yours.
Launched in 2020 and brand new to the charter market, LEL is an entirely bespoke superyacht, built
to exacting standards by Italian shipyard Rossinavi. Boasting the largest beach club ever seen on a
50m yacht, LEL was designed by Florence-based studio Luca Dini for pure pleasure.
Capable of speeds of up to 23 knots, LEL’s sporty design belies her luxurious internal spaces.
Huge windows and vast open decks seamlessly link the yacht with the breath taking scenery beyond,
and everything in the elegant and contemporary interiors is custom made – right down to the light
switches. Other highlights include a crystal veranda leading out to spacious external deck areas, an
array of cutting-edge tenders and toys and deck swimming pool.
An ideal charter yacht, LEL can accommodate up to 12 guests in six magnificent en suite
staterooms. The full-beam Owner’s cabin on the main deck has a private balcony – perfect for
enjoying a quiet cup of coffee in the morning or an aperitif before dinner. Meanwhile, nine crew will
attend to every detail of your cruise.
There are superyachts and there are those which go beyond the
wildest imaginings of possibility. Century X will be one such
yacht. Due for delivery in 2024, she was penned in partnership
with exterior designer Christopher Seymour and design
consultant Carl Esch, with technical support from the renowned
Fincantieri Yachts. This 110m megayacht’s sleek lines and classic
silhouette will delight purists, but it is her interior which truly sets
her apart. With nearly 3000sqm of space – a staggering
1400sqm of which is dedicated solely to the Owner and their
guests – Century X is more luxury resort than yacht. With opulent
interiors by the acclaimed Berlin-based designer Theodoros
Fotiadis, she offers seven beautifully appointed staterooms for
14 guests who can spread out across four vast decks, all served
by an elevator (as well as 27 crew).
Century X offers a choice of no less than four freshwater
pools to dip in, and the oversized beach club featuring beautiful
waterfalls is a real standout feature. A state-of-the-art gym with
a sauna and massage centre, cinema lounge with an adjoining
bar, helipad and an enclosed aft tender store filled with tenders
and toys will provide endless entertainment possibilities. This is
a yacht created for a luxury lifestyle.
CENTURY X
NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE
OTAM CUSTOM RANGE 115
NEW CONSTRUCTION FOR SALE
LEL
FOR CHARTER
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Few yachts live up to their name quite like Phoenix will.
Originally built in 1968 by Dutch shipyard E.J. Smit & Zoon as a
commercial vessel, Phoenix will, like her namesake, rise from
the ashes as a bespoke explorer superyacht. Having spent the
first 30 years of her life laying cables in the North Sea, Phoenix’s
second coming reimagined her as the dated yacht Sir Arthur J.
She has now been stripped back to her bare hull at the ICT
shipyard in Turkey, ready for her next Owner to realise her
potential. The newly-rendered exterior and interior by
renowned Omega Architects sees Phoenix become a 58m
explorer with an 11,000-nautical mile range and the option to
fully customise the entire yacht design.
The new renderings propose that the Owner’s stateroom
gains a 2500sqm main deck, private terrace and a luxurious en
suite. Five further staterooms on the lower deck, designed with
contrasting elements of soft leather, brass, marble and European
oak, offer accommodation for 10 further guests. A cinema,
beach club, pool, space for three tenders and the option to add
a helipad will make Phoenix the perfect yacht for the adventurous
Owner. As a proven vessel, Phoenix is the perfect solution for
the time-challenged Owner seeking a customisable yacht.
PHOENIX
TRANSFORMATION FOR SALE
Sailing yachts don’t come with a finer pedigree than
34m
performance
sloop
SPIIP.
Designed
by
legendary
naval
architect
Germán
Frers
and
delivered in 2000 by the revered Dutch shipyard
Royal Huisman, SPIIP is fresh from a EUR 1.2 million
refit in 2021 – including a five-year rig service – and is
ready for the next chapter in her story.
SPIIP has proven herself time and again on the
superyacht regatta scene, winning both the Antigua
Superyacht Challenge and the St Barth’s Bucket in
2017. Delivered as Unfurled, SPIIP also won the Best
Sailing Yacht in the 23-36m category at the
International Superyacht Society Awards 2001.
Maintained by her current and past owners with
the utmost care, over the years SPIIP has been fitted
with new teak decks, LED lighting and a Sonos audio
system, had an engine and generator rebuild, and
full repaint of her hull, superstructure, mast and
boom, among many other services and upgrades.
With a top speed of 11 knots and accommodation
for six guests and four crew, SPIIP provides for both
performance and pleasure. Interiors by Winch
Design in collaboration with Oliver Sterling crafted
from beautiful blonde woods are naturally lit by
large picture windows, and the family-friendly guest
cockpit and expansive foredeck make SPIIP a yacht
for cruising in style.
Launched in 2020, this striking 68m superyacht from renowned German shipyard Abeking &
Rasmussen is an elegant new addition to the Ocean Independence sales and charter fleet.
With exceptional interior styling by Bremen-based Focus Yacht Design, Soaring can welcome 12
guests in six opulent staterooms, each finished with custom made artworks. The master suite,
located on the aft upper deck, has sliding doors onto the private Owner's aft deck, while on the deck
forward you’ll find a library with a sensational view. Accommodation for 17 crew will ensure a relaxed
luxury yachting experience.
Soaring’s toy box is hard to beat, with a flotilla of three beautiful tenders and toys including
Seadoos, Seabobs, wakeboards and electric mountain bikes plus scooters for onshore adventuring.
The well-equipped gym is best followed by a relax in the steam room and spa, or a glass of champagne
in the deck Jacuzzi. By night, Soaring’s underwater lighting system provides a mesmerising spectacle.
SPIIP
FOR SALE
SOARING
FOR SALE & CHARTER
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here may be a while to wait before you can get back on the
water, but ski season is upon us. While Europe boasts some of
the best ski resorts in the world, the challenge is finding a
chalet which will exceed expectations, combining easy access
to incredible skiing with unparalleled accommodation.
The Owner of Chalet Sapphire in Morzine set out with that very
goal when they determined to build the ultimate luxury ski chalet.
After a five-year search for the perfect location, they discovered a plot
a short flat walk into the village, 500m
from the nearest ski lift and with breath-
taking views. Spread across 720sqm,
Chalet
Sapphire
sleeps
12
in
six
exquisitely appointed en suite bedrooms.
The exceptional Bamford Spa is a
destination in its own right. Wellness
treats include an indoor pool with
massage jets, an eight-person hot tub,
outdoor barrel sauna, Hammam, ice
chamber,
treatment
room
and
hydrotherapy shower, as well as an air-
conditioned gym.
After an exhilarating day on the
slopes, a Michelin-trained chef will prepare six-course Japanese-
inspired tasting menus, afternoon tea and gourmet evening meals,
and the fully-staffed bar with pool table, wine cellar and cinema
room ensure there’s plenty of entertainment as night falls.
Further south in Courchevel 1850, you’ll find Chalet Edelweiss:
undisputedly the largest ski chalet in Europe at 3,200sqm set over
seven decadent floors. Located in the exclusive Residence de Bellecôte
area, its ski-in/ski-out status on the side of the blue Bellecôte piste,
easy access to the Trois Vallées network and three-minute walk to
town make Chalet Edelweiss hard to beat. With eight beautiful
bedroom suites – one of which occupies the entire top floor – a huge
ski room, 14m pool, Jacuzzi and Hammam, massage rooms, fully-
equipped gym, cinema room and its own private nightclub, big
enough for 100 people, Edelweiss plays the ultimate host. Admire
British owner Chris Levett’s priceless collection of art, including
pieces by Pablo Picasso and Damien Hirst, mixed in with the
handsome alpine-inspired interiors. Twelve live-in staff, including
two
dedicated
butlers
and
an
experienced team of British, French
and Italian chefs will cater to your
every whim.
Meanwhile, in Switzerland, Chalet
Chouqui is truly the jewel in Verbier’s
crown. At over 950sqm, comprising
two interconnecting chalets, Chouqui
sleeps up to 16 adults and four children
– a property of this scale in Verbier is a
rare
find
indeed.
The
chalet’s
unrivalled location offers uninterrupted
views of the Mont Blanc massif, best
enjoyed, drink in hand, from the large
south-facing terrace with its sunken hot tub, vast fire pit and
alfresco dining area.
Inside, refined interiors by acclaimed London interior designer Gytha
Nuttal and state-of-the-art John Cullen lighting set the tone. Enjoy a
swim in the 15m indoor pool (one of the largest in Verbier) followed by a
Hammam. A games room, cinema room, bar and two sitting rooms with
open fireplaces ensure there’s plenty to keep your guests entertained,
while a dedicated team of ten members of staff and a 24-hour chauffeur
service will make your stay at Chalet Chouqui truly effortless.
CHALET CHOUQUI
IS TRULY THE JEWEL IN
VERBIER’S CROWN
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