YACHTS & YACHTING
MAZU 82 A HIGH TECH-YET-STYLISH CREATION
IS EQUAL PARTS SUPERYACHT AND CRUISER
Built of a lightweight carbon composite , the Mazu 82 combines a clean profile , expansive decks and large hull windows with the outstanding performance , efficiency and handling .
The celebrated Turkish designer Tanju Özelgin created the interior layout and design of the Mazu 82 . Working closely with the shipyard , Özelgin optimised the generous volume and large hull windows , combining subtle textures , muted colours , and both direct and indirect light to create a vibe of understated elegance .
The end result is an interior design that perfectly complements the edgy exterior styling of the Mazu 82 , designed in-house by the shipyard ’ s founder , Halit Yukay : “ The interior and the exterior should never be defined as two different aspects but should be seen as a whole as one is the extension of the other ,” refers Yukay . “ Both should create a coherent unity and reflect the main mood and feelings the designer intended .”
The exterior profile of the 82-footer is characterised by the flush main deck with no steps and the angular lines of the all-glass deckhouse . Wherever possible the shipyard has used one-piece glass panes , which meant increasing their thickness in accordance with class requirements .
Hence the tempered and laminated windshield is over 22mm thick and with a PVB interlayer is literally bulletproof . The glass is also extra clear to eliminate distortion and reflections . Three openable ‘ portholes ’ at the front of the superstructure provide natural ventilation while under way . With its sliding aluminium roof , custommade by OPAC in Italy , the main deck has an airy , loft-like feel .
On special request of the owner , Mazu modified the aft deck design to include terraced steps leading down to the swim platform . These steps function as built-in furniture so guests can sit down ( they are wide enough to even lie down ) and still converse with other guests .
68 The Art of Luxury Issue 45 2020