Pool party at 86 metresISA Yachts relaunches the Amarcord range

Uske Berndt

 · 29.08.2026

86 metres: Nuvolari Lenard designed this second concept in the Amarcord series.
Photo: ISA Yachts
ISA Yachts presents the Amarcord 86, the second model in its Large Yacht Collection. The 86-metre yacht by Nuvolari Lenard feature several swimming pools, a helipad and direct access to the water via fold-out platforms.

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The 86-metre yacht takes a different approach to the 82-metre model. Each deck of the Amarcord 86 is designed for different times of day and activities. The design was created by Studio Nuvolari Lenard, who focused on generous glass surfaces, openings in the hull and a visual connection between the decks. The silhouette features a striking hull with softer, flowing superstructures.

Glass lift

At the stern of the ISA Yachts Amarcord 86, a permanently fitted bathing platform creates the first living area with direct access to the water. Two fold-out balconies further extend the space. When the large hatch to the beach club is open, guests will find a massage room and a gym with sea views.

A glazed corridor leads through the engine room and on into the wellness area. This design transforms the yacht’s technical heart – normally hidden from view – into an integral part of life on board. A circular staircase surrounds a glass lift and leads through all decks. Amidships, another fold-out hatch provides a second access point from the water.

ISA Yachts Amarcord 86 with a private owner’s deck

On the main deck, a panoramic pool with a glass floor runs the length of the cockpit. Alongside the saloon, this deck houses the guest accommodation, comprising five suites, including one VIP suite. The owners reside one deck higher; their realm on the upper deck measures over 100 square metres and is designed as a private residence on the water.

Towards the bow on the upper deck is a jacuzzi, flanked by two lounge areas. From there, one can watch the touch-and-go operations of medium-sized helicopters. The captain works and spends the night on the bridge deck, where he has his own suite. Aft, another dining area opens out onto a large outdoor lounge with a central fire pit.

From the pool to the barbecue area

At the front is another pool with sun loungers, whilst comfortable sofas mean you can enjoy the sun deck all day long. Snacks for hungry guests are served from the covered bar with its teppanyaki grill.

With this second project, the ISA Large Yacht Collection showcases a design platform for creative solutions – not a range of predefined models. The collection draws on Palumbo Superyachts’ experience in the large yacht segment. The shipyard is currently building ISA projects up to 100 metres and has gained a wealth of expertise in this area through the Columbus Classic “Dragon” (80m).

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Uske Berndt

Uske Berndt

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Uske was born just outside Volkswagen in 1970 and tested various small boats with sails through her boyfriend (now husband 😊) on a quarry pond. Her studies in Kiel took her to the Baltic Sea with boats of all kinds and eventually to a regatta from Hong Kong to Mauritius via the Academic Sailing Club. Her teacher training ended at the Burda School of Journalism in Munich instead of in the classroom and finally at Boote Exclusiv. After a long break and various stories about house building, she returned to Delius Klasing and has been filling the magazine with long stories about large ships ever since. A family-owned H-boat was quickly sold again as the mother realized that sailing with two small children was neither relaxing nor fun.

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