The superyacht ZEN has been designed to break with the usual wedding cake yacht designs, i.e. with high and numerous superstructures. Its streamlined design and three bridges break the codes of these tiered superstructures. This yacht is the result of a close collaboration between two long-standing partners in the yachting world, Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design and Feadship Royal Dutch Shipyards. Over the years, Henk de Vries and Sander Sinot have regularly participated in the evolution of yachting by pooling their experiences and collaborating on the development of yachts.
ZEN has unique characteristics for an 80 m superyacht, notably with an interior volume designed to be larger and a gross tonnage (GT) designed to be smaller. For example, customers wanted to limit the number of lounges to one preferred lounge on a specific bridge, where they would spend a large portion of their time. Thus, ZEN concentrates all proprietary spaces on only two decks.
Despite the more compact superstructures, the interior space is still just as important. Thus, it extends over the entire length of the upper and main decks. All lounges, interior spaces and exterior decks are positioned and sized to provide ultimate functionality and an optimal indoor/outdoor experience.
On the upper deck, there is a 13 m long salon with fully glazed walls that opens completely onto the outer deck. The latter is also occupied by a swimming pool 8 m long at the rear. The central part of the upper deck is occupied by an interior/exterior dining room with sliding doors on each side, which open onto extendable balconies to create additional space.
The main deck has a panoramic aft saloon with 360° glazing that allows natural light to flow in while the cantilevered surface provides privacy. This panoramic lounge which extends over almost the entire width of the yacht is doubled by a cinema area.
At the bow of the main deck, there is a full width space reserved for the owner's bedroom, the owner's lounge, the owner's office, as well as dressing rooms and a bathroom. On the sides, the high glass façades offer a panoramic view of the ocean from the bedroom, the living room and the office. With sophisticated materials, Sinot Yacht designers have managed to create a warm and intimate atmosphere to allow the owner to retire in privacy.
The VIP cabins have been designed as places with a refined and hospitable atmosphere to welcome family and close friends. A refuge for tranquility, retirement, comfort, rest and sleep. All VIP cabins are spacious with large windows or glass facades that offer both plenty of light and a view of the sea.
The wheelhouse has innovative equipment, including a dual steering system. The view is unobstructed thanks to the sloping glass fronts, while two additional seats allow the guests to enjoy all the manoeuvres carried out by the captain and his crew. On the foredeck there is plenty of space, as well as a jacuzzi and comfortable sofas.
The large bathing platform offers easy access to the water and extends the full width of the yacht. Here you can enjoy sunbathing, water sports or parties in the evening, while enjoying a breathtaking view of the sea. On the sides, the platform can extend and add an additional space of 20m2 to create a real beach deck. The space decorated with carved wood is equipped with LED lights that change colors and intensity according to the times of day or the desires of the owners.
The spa and gym, located on the main deck, also benefit from glass surfaces that open onto a balcony, to enjoy a little air.
