The concept envisages a limited series of ten boats and is the result of a joint vision by owner Scott Blum and Dutch yacht designer Bernd Weel. For Dutch Design, the steel and aluminium construction is the first yacht in this size class with a focus on wellness.
Outer lines without superfluous details
Her minimalist interior radiates calm and elegance. High-quality wood, marble, textiles in earthy colours and other natural materials create a relaxed and timeless atmosphere on board.
The exterior lines of the Dutch Design show very clear surfaces - for a contemporary aesthetic without superfluous details. The silhouette of the "Sea Rover" defines a line that stretches from the vertical bow through a midship arch to the stern. This shape allows for floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the interior with natural light.
The vision of Dutch Design
The idea for the Amsterdam-based design studio came from founder Scott Blum. The experienced yacht owner was looking for a more holistic experience at sea. As he couldn't find a boat that met his desire for a healthy, balanced lifestyle, he simply created his own. Together with designer Bernd Weel, with whom he had already built his previous yacht, a four-year creative journey began. A Explorer by Bernd Weel.
Scott Blum: "There is a demand for a new lifestyle at sea. Sea Rover is for the owner who likes to wake up in the morning and jump in the water, work out, go diving and use all the toys. It's about combining travelling with well-being."
Weel adds: "There was no time pressure when developing the Sea Rover. We reviewed and improved the details several times during the design process. We focussed on what was valuable and necessary on board to create a design that is super clean, classic and Dutch and will stand the test of time."
Wellness and sport
The spa and gym are located on the bridge deck of the Dutch Design yacht, and not hidden away on the lower deck as is often the case. This way, owners and guests can enjoy workouts with 360-degree sea views and then plunge into hot or cold pools, take a sauna or have a massage.
A sports field invites you to play pickleball and basketball, outdoor workouts, paddle tennis or volleyball. Large toys, a tender and even a car can be parked in this area. The beach club with a 270-degree view expands thanks to folding platforms, and guests can swim or launch their favourite water sports equipment from the pool base.
Fine dining and social interaction
Good food is at the centre of life on board, and so the dining and guest areas merge into one another. The galley and dining area are positioned next to each other on the main deck to encourage interaction between the chef, crew and guests. Owners can admire their surroundings through large glass panels while enjoying their favourite meals.
The galley is equipped with Miele appliances and a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and the nearby pantry is easily accessible for crew and guests.
Master suite with Japanese bathtub
The owner's suite is located at the front of the main deck and has one of the largest wardrobes on the market as well as a Japanese onsen bathtub and steam bath. The remaining guests on board the "Sea Rover" are spread over four other cabins.
The crew of nine lives in four double cabins and a separate captain's cabin behind the main bridge. At Blum's request, each room is equipped to the same high standards as the guest cabins, with identical surfaces, materials and door thicknesses.
Dutch Design sends guests through the engine room
Many technical areas are integrated into the on-board experience instead of being hidden from guests like on traditional yachts. The engine room, illuminated with LED lights, has a glazed passageway that guests can use as a passageway from their cabins to the beach club.
Uske Berndt
Editor News & Panorama
