The Art of Design Issue 29 2017 | Page 128

128 ENDEAVOUR II 50M super yacht Endeavour II is a fully customised vessel, characterised by a linear layout, minimalist details and lightweight materials, all of which bring to mind urban living and luxury residential interiors rather than traditional yacht design.    Taking inspiration from the owners’ affinity for East Asian culture and philosophies, the interiors of Endeavour induce a sense of serenity and sophistication.  Inspired by Japanese bamboo gardens, circular oak columns of varying sizes panel the walls and form doorways. Lacquered blood red accents punch through the neutral palette.   NOTES TO EDITORS  Technical Design and Construction Features of AURORA Length over all: 49 m  Breadth, max @ fender: 8.90 m Mean scantling draft from B.L.: 1.85 m Main engines at 2,100 RPM: 2x Diesel MTU 12V4000 M93L 2x 2,580 kW (3,460 BHP) Max speed: 21 knots  Cruising speed, at abt. ½ load condition: 17 knots  Range (at approximately 12 knots): ~3,800 Nm  Gross Tonnage: < 500 GT  Naval Architecture: Arrabito Naval Architects  Exterior Design: Fulvio De Simoni Interior Design: Achille Salvagni