38 YACHTS & YACHTING
HEESEN YACHTS REVEALS FIRST DESIGN UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP: 72-METRE PROJECT ANANDA
The yacht’ s exterior maintains Heesen’ s recognisable profile, interpreted through softer, more fluid lines. This is paired with a carefully considered general arrangement across five decks, allowing for a natural sense of flow between indoor and outdoor spaces.
At the heart of the design is a flexible Owner’ s Deck, available in two distinct configurations. Owners can choose between a forward-facing private deck or a layout that opens towards the aft, creating a more social, openplan environment. Both options have been conceived as adaptable living spaces, allowing for fully customised interiors tailored to individual routines and preferences.
Accommodation has been designed with versatility in mind. Alongside the primary suite on the Owner’ s Deck, a second full-beam master suite on the Bridge Deck offers comparable space and comfort, removing traditional hierarchies and making it ideal for multigenerational travel or charter.
Heesen Yachts has revealed Project Ananda, a 72-metre Smart Custom superyacht developed in collaboration with Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design. Scheduled for delivery in 2030, the project reflects a new direction for the shipyard, combining its engineering expertise with an increased focus on lifestyle, wellbeing and personalisation at sea.
As the first new design revealed under owner Laurens Last, who acquired the Dutch shipyard last year, Project Ananda reflects the evolving priorities of today’ s yacht owners, where privacy, flexibility and wellness shape the onboard experience. Its name, derived from the Sanskrit word for“ inner joy”, informs the overall concept, with each space intended to support both relaxation and social living.
Arrival on board has been designed as a seamless and private experience. Amidships, a shell door opens onto a dedicated docking platform, leading directly to a central glass elevator. This discreet access point means guests can move through the yacht without passing through social areas, reinforcing a sense of exclusivity from the moment of embarkation.
Project Ananda places a strong emphasis on indoor-outdoor living.
THE ART OF LUXURY ISSUE 77 2026