The beach club could be the reason why many charter guests are opting for "Resilience" for the coming holiday season. 180 square metres of floor space, warm teak on the walls and underfoot, lots of blue and countless mirrored surfaces and openings - the surroundings are close enough to touch everywhere. "The sea almost seems to come in from outside, you can see it from every angle," summarises Jacopo Chiotti. Alongside Carlo Lionetti, the designer is jointly responsible for the interior of the 65-metre yacht. He is happy to point out the area that guests will perhaps remember even more than the spa itself: the way there.
The short distance between the guest accommodation on the lower deck and the on-board "beach" leads right through the engine room. Through the glass corridor, you can see the diesel packs working on both sides; you can virtually see into the heart of the yacht. "The room is illuminated day and night," Chiotti adds. Of course, "normal" paths also lead to sport and relaxation, such as an external staircase from the aft deck or an internal staircase next to the massage room, which is open to the sea. Those who lie here and enjoy a treatment can let go and relax simply because of the view.
"Resilience" shows everything ISA has to offer
With the Classic 65, ISA Yachts basically shows everything the brand has to offer in terms of technical expertise and design. The steel and aluminium lady with a good 1400 gross tonnes of interior volume and a beam of twelve metres was built in Ancona, Italy, in the Palumbo Superyachts workshops. The group only took over the then ailing ISA shipyard in 2016 and has been investing heavily in the brand ever since.
A solid perspective that ultimately convinced the owner of "Resilience", represented by the brokerage firm Edmiston, to have his dream yacht built right here. A project that presented the shipyard with various challenges in terms of its dimensions, especially as the experienced owner presented a long list of must-haves that would have justified a length of almost 100 metres. While the construction took place in-house, the Italians engaged the Venetian studio Team for Design for the design of both the exterior and interior.
Illuminated strips show the way and break up surfaces
The office headed by Enrico Gobbi has an impressive portfolio and has already designed the 70-metre "Polaris" for Rossinavi (issue 2/22) and the 76-metre "Arrow" project, which will be built by Turqoise Yachts by 2025. With "Resilience", Gobbi and his team endeavoured to do justice to the name of the line and created a classic that nevertheless has a modern look both inside and out and also reflects the motto "Life at sea" in numerous facets - starting with the dark blue painted hull plus superstructure in bright white. It is actually a simple and straightforward exterior that looks extremely cool and martial thanks to the black windows and the dark antenna mast.
The decks become shorter with increasing height and all drop at the same angle at the bow. This creates a straight line from the mast to the tip of the bow, giving the profile a dynamic and streamlined appearance. The thematic leitmotif continues inside via various works of art on the walls right up to the lounge on the flybridge deck, which shines throughout in the typical colour combination and whose design can be uncompromisingly described as "maritime".
LED strips structure the rooms
On the main deck, the furnishings and fittings initially remain more in line with what you would expect on a charter yacht anyway. Brown and cream tones dominate in the huge saloon, which is divided by a sliding door, and the ceilings shine against the wall panelling. The leather-covered seating is also discreet in its form. "A modern, contemporary style," comments Chiotti. "Light colours in contrast with the dark, shiny ebony. Very stylish". Details are important here, such as the many stainless steel elements or the honey onyx that covers the entire wall behind the large Minotti sofa and has been worked into the wooden floor in several places.
The gigantic, illuminated jellyfish sculpture stretches from the lower deck up to the top floor
"We also used the stone for the furniture," says Chiotti. When the yellowish marble is backlit, it creates a very warm ambience. The lighting concept throughout the yacht is a clever solution: LED strips can be found almost everywhere in the floors, ceilings or walls - they show the way, group together in decorative patterns and break up large areas. The play of light in the beach club above the glass bar, where steel and glass panels reflect the LED beams, is very attractive. At this point, the mirrored ceiling also forms the semi-transparent floor of the pool above, so that the light shines from above through the water down into the spa and conjures up truly magical patterns. This creates a pleasant atmosphere, especially at night.
Folding terraces open up the master suite on both sides
However, the pinnacle of light art can be found in the staircase that connects all floors. Here, a vertical, gigantic sculpture stretches from the lower deck up to the top level. It consists of countless glass jellyfish in brown, yellow and bronze mounted on steel tubes. "The owner wanted an illuminated sculpture that would make an impression, and we simply liked the maritime theme," Chiotti explains the background, "the colours pick up on the details of the interior." And that's not all: the colours change significantly. On the lower deck, they are still very bright, but lose more and more of their strength towards the top until they become colourless and transparent at the level of the observation deck, close to the daylight and sunlight. The glass bodies also contain lights that provide different levels of brightness. "This enhances the painterly effect," says Chiotti.
The artwork was created by Enrico Gobbi and realised by the Czech company Preciosa, based in the so-called Crystal Valley. The same designer-manufacturer combination is also responsible for the chandelier on the ceiling of the master suite. In this case, the piece of jewellery is rather simple: two circles of different sizes, each consisting of two chrome-plated steel rings. Between them sit countless sparkling glass crystals.
Incidentally, the appearance of the almost twelve metre wide master suite is based on the salon design: dark wood, stainless steel, light-coloured ceilings. The only difference is that the furniture veneer here is made of brown rosewood and the cushions are made of black onyx. The folding terraces on both sides are the main attraction of the large room.
The crew were allowed to help design their rooms
This brings nature closer again, while at the same time creating private, secluded open-air spaces with the best views. The owner's office is located one floor higher on the upper deck or bridge deck. This puts it in the immediate vicinity of the command centre and opposite the VIP suite, which is the sixth guest accommodation on the list. The owner's study not only has its own terrace, but also a bathroom and a sofa bed, bringing the number of suites to seven. On the forward upper deck, in addition to the bridge, there is also a cabin for the captain and a separate radio room, which makes steering the yacht extremely comfortable for everyone involved. The crew were able to play an active role in designing this area during the planning phase, as well as the galley and the lounges on the lower deck.
Salon number two is also in cream and dark brown, but "a little more casual style", says Chiotti. What attracts guests here in the evening can be listed quickly: XL screen, wine cabinet plus bar and finally the showpiece in the centre of the room: an Edelweiss grand piano with feet and lid made of transparent glass. The aft cockpit is shaded, sheltered from the wind and is dominated by the dining area. The Vaar chairs made of stainless steel and mahogany are grouped around a table for twelve people. The stern terrace is complemented by sun loungers and sofas.
Six decks is a lot for 65 metres - but ideal for twelve guests seeking maximum privacy
In the evening, this area is transformed into an outdoor cinema as an oversized screen folds down from the ceiling of the hardtop. Things are a little quieter up on the sun deck terrace, where people like to gather around the fire basket as darkness falls and enjoy steaks from the BBQ grill. According to the shipyard, this fifth deck is the most versatile on the yacht. Sliding glass doors - sometimes flat, sometimes semi-circular - open or close off the individual areas from each other, making the skylounge either an airy lounge or a closed, fully air-conditioned refuge in bad weather or when it gets too hot. Sliding door number one now leads from the terrace into the lounge, number two further into the large lobby, where the spectacular glass sculpture ends, and number three to the bow terrace. A mosaic-clad jacuzzi, sun loungers and shower await guests there.
5500 nautical miles range suitable for long legs
Space is also a precious commodity on board large yachts, which is why the owner of the "Resilience" decided to add an additional deck - despite the huge deck areas. The sixth floor, known as the Observation Deck, offers sun loungers, two armchairs and a coffee table, but above all one thing: a magnificent view. "We wanted to create as many outdoor areas as possible," says Chiotti, explaining the unusual layout concept for this length of yacht: "Maximum privacy and as much living space as possible on different levels." Guests on board don't just want to relax and enjoy the view, they also want to let off steam and have fun on the water. In addition to jet skis, seabobs and kayaks, there are also two Castoldi jet tenders (eight and six metres), which are stored in the garage at the front of the main deck.
The vehicle fleet reaches the outside via a side hatch on the port side, while gantry cranes take care of hoisting. "Resilience" also goes on long voyages in a more traditional manner, with the two MTU engines each delivering 1500 kilowatts. This allows the Signora to plough through the waves at a maximum of 17.5 knots, cruise through the diverse Mediterranean island world at 14 knots and, thanks to 115,000 litres in the tanks and a speed of 11 knots, achieve a range of 5,500 nautical miles. The Caribbean is not currently on the charter itinerary, but the demand for new yachts in warm winter destinations is sure to convince the owner.
Resilience" costs €650,000 per week in the high season, excluding APA and crew tip. The brand new Enrico Gobbi design is travelling in the eastern and western Mediterranean; charter trips in the Caribbean are not currently planned.
Technical data ISA Classic 65 "Resilience"
- Length over everything: 65,50 m
- Length (waterline): 55,00 m
- Width: 12,00 m
- Depth: 3,30 m
- Displacement (half full): 1050 t
- Gross tonnage: 1420 GT
- Material: Steel/aluminium
- Motors:2 x MTU 12V 4000 M63
- Engine power:2 x 1500 kW
- Speed (max.):17.50 kn
- Speed (travelling): 14 kn
- Range @ 11 kn: 5500 nm
- Generators: 3 x 200 kW/1 x 100 kW
- Fuel: 115 000 l
- Water: 34 000 l
- Tender: 2 x Castoldi Jet Tender
- Guests/crew: 12/16
- Construction: Palumbo Superyachts
- Exterior: Enrico Gobbi/Team for Design
- Interior design: Enrico Gobbi/Team for Design
- Class: ABS A1 Commercial LY3
- Shipyard: ISA Yachts, 2022
- Broker: Edmiston
- Charter rate: from 600 000 Euro/week
