Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design planned the living areas around the central staircase, ensuring impeccable flow between each space. The layout is logical and passageways are wider than usual for a yacht of this size to ensure ease of movement for the owner and guests. ASIA has a wealth of amenities, dotted around the vessel ensuring that each space has a distinctive character and purpose. The key highlights include a large gym on the bridge deck with 270-degree views, a massage parlour, hospital room and sauna in the beach club and a beauty salon on the owner’s deck.
“The spread of function throughout ASIA was a key requirement set by this owner,” explains Paul Costerus, Lead Designer at Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design. “They wanted to ensure each area was enjoyed and used at different times of the day and for different purposes. The deck spaces are also nice, open and very free. We liberated more aft deck space by building the exterior staircases into the superstructure.”
Natural light played a leading role in ASIA’s design and she’s punctuated by large glass windows that provide exceptional panoramic vistas from the social and living areas onboard. ASIA has two exceptional lounges. The main deck saloon has an understated elegance, with neutral soft furnishings, deep Ziricote veneers and vibrant pops of colour from the intricate glass wall hangings and custom fabrics. A bar, C-shaped settee and 12-person dining table complete the space.
ASIA has a cheerful and playful design. The palette is a crescendo of vibrant and pastel colours, from striking pinks and majestic emeralds to soft turquoise and warm oranges. Detailing is just as diverse with subtle embossed gold leaf and marble inlays to huge cascading glass chandeliers. All light fixtures have been cleverly concealed and integrated throughout.
Accommodation is for 12 guests across six ensuite staterooms, comprising four doubles on the lower deck, which are directly connected to the beach club, and two supreme owner’s suites: one on the main deck and the other on the owner’s deck. An additional cabin for staff is also located on the main deck.
The main deck owner’s suite is very generous in size and has a private lounge and walkaround ensuite with a rainfall shower and bathtub. Finished with light woods, subtle gold detailing, textured carpets and marble, the suite has a light and elegant ambience.
There is an entire deck dedicated to the principal owner’s suite and features a personal sky lounge, his-and-her ensuites, an office and private decks both forward and aft. The bedroom is forward with a king-size centreline bed and astounding panoramic views. There is also direct access from the suite to the foredeck, complete with a Jacuzzi and casual dining and lounge area.
The crew quarters are generous and finished to a high standard. ASIA can host up to 18 crew and almost all cabins are fitted with extra-wide beds. With the technical area concentrated forward and broad companionways, the crew can navigate around the vessel easily and without disturbance.
Built for comfort and efficient cruising
“The leading request on the owner’s brief was comfort, not speed,” explains Bart de Haan, Operations Director & Naval Architect at Diana Yacht Design. “We opted for a round bilge displacement hull, paying great attention to stability and operational performance in all weather conditions. As a result, ASIA has an impressive range and is very fuel-efficient.”
