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At more than 88 metres, and with a slightly clipper bow and distinctive curved hull, Nirvana is one of the biggest yachts built to date by Oceanco

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A familys active lifestyle at sea was the driving force behind the inspired design of this oceangoing retreat
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He DIctIonaRY DeFInItIonS oF nIRVana aRe: 1  . (In Buddhism) a transcendent state in which there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self, and the subject is released from the effects of karma and the cycle of death and rebirth. It represents the final goal of Buddhism. 2. A state of perfect happiness; an ideal or idyllic place.

Built under the code name Y707, Nirvana just edges out Seven Seas as the largest Oceanco to date constructed under the builder's new generation of Y-coded yachts. Revealed to the nautical press in June 2011 as an unpainted steel hull and shiny aluminium superstructure, within 12 months she blossomed into a yacht that lives up to her name and is destined to provide a state of perfect happiness and an idyllic place for her owner and guests. Only the second custom yacht for her owners, she was styled inside and out by Sam Sorgiovanni to support an active lifestyle. Her magestic hull sports a distinctive slightly

flared bow and swooping curve that begins aft of amidships. She is bound to be recognisable in any port due, in part, to Sorgiovannis signature brightwork on the transom and the strip of faux mahogany that outlines the cap rail and visually extends the length of the yacht. Sorgiovanni employed a similar effect on the last Oceanco he designed in 2008, the 75.5-metre Anastasia. This nostalgic gesture provides a contrast to the modernity and whimsy that dominates the interior design of the boat. Unique, individual and stylistically different are all words that come to mind when describing my objectives in the creation of the design, says Sorgiovanni. Anastasia had a beach house

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The glass lift, which connects all six decks, is entwined by a stainless steel sculpture (opposite) that evokes an effervescent whirlpool. Formal dining (left) is on the main deck in a dedicated section of the saloon next to a vivarium. One of the occupants is at top

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The design accents in the main saloon, with its conversational seating arrangements, include a Brazilian fossil, bamboodesign wall panels and a cloud-inspired sculpture. Oceanco's ne craftsmanship is evident throughout

theme but the inspiration for Nirvanas design moves from the sandy shore into a tropical island rainforest. Steering clear of creating a Disneyesque kitsch environment, the yachts interior appointments are refined with a sophisticated contemporary feel, albeit with a twist because there are Balinese and Indonesian design accents and other surprises. Nearly 200 materials were used to create a jungle ambience. There are 10 different wood veneers, such as eucalyptus, teak, oak and palm wood in various finishes. The bamboo flooring used throughout is finely detailed to resemble ripples of sand, yet the sensation underfoot is smooth as silk. Black motherof-pearl, white onyx and limestone are blended with a host of natural materials and fabrics. The colour palette for the furnishings logically tends toward earth tones, and everywhere there is a splash of green in shades that vary from Coke bottle to chartreuse. These green accents appear in upholstered chairs,

leafy-design carpets, silk throw pillows and various objets dart. Nirvana has six decks, all connected by the main stairwell and an extraordinary six-person glass lift that is entwined in a striking stainless steel woven art piece resembling a bubbling whirlpool. This captivating sculptural feature is a focal point on all levels. Sliding glass doors from the aft main deck lead into the convivial main saloon, which is replete with textural artistic elements such as backlit bamboo-design wall panels, a layered wire Balinese sculpture, an imposing Brazilian fossil and a metal sculpture inspired by cumulous clouds. Also on the main deck are the dining area and a cosy separate sitting room, which converts into a massage room. To preserve openness and flow, the rooms are only partially separated, but instead of the 700-gallon aquarium that splits the dining and lounge areas on Anastasia, these areas are divided by two vivariums alive with water dragons, bearded lizards, turtles, a
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With windscreens for protection, outdoor dining can be enjoyed on the aft owners deck in all seasons. The table can be expanded to seat 18 and a buffet bar keeps all types of dishes either hot or cold

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(usually green) chameleon and exotic frogs. On yachts of this size it is almost expected that the guest cabins will be on the main deck. This is not only convenient for guests but also allows the suites to have large windows. Nirvana can accommodate up to 12 guests in a full-beam VIP suite forward (its lounge can be converted into a twin cabin with its own en suite) and four other cabins with queen-sized beds. All have en suites equipped with rain showers and bathtubs. Bucking the iPad trend, each cabin has a Crestron panel that includes a crew call button, gives guests access to the Internet, allows them to follow the yachts itinerary by GPS, operate the blinds, adjust the lights and select films. The main aft deck features an immense oval-shaped 7.5-metre pool with a depth of 1.4 metres. It's the largest pool aboard any Oceanco and the first the yard made in fibreglass. It's depthadjustable and can be filled with either fresh or sea water. One deck above is the owners exclusive domain. Here, Sorgiovanni chose an asymmetrical layout for the
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Designer Sam Sorgiovanni used a host of natural materials and fabrics to create the ambiance of a tropical island rainforest
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Ceilings in the guest suites (opposite) are made from woven Indonesian rattan and bordered by lacquered nickel, while all walls and furniture are made from sandblasted oak veneer and each bedside table is covered with barramundi leather. A huge indoor gym (above) and a games area (left) are among the yachts amenities

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150-square-metre master suite to generate more privacy and easier circulation on the starboard side. A large skylight set into the oak overhead allows natural light to flood the bedroom, and the his-and-hers facilities in white Iranian onyx include a large shower and bathtub with dressing rooms decorated in black onyx and zebrano wood. A private sitting room and a separate office complete the suite, while a vast exterior terrace forward has a whirlpool tub and several sunbathing options. Aft and amidship of the suite is a saloon-cum-cinema and a games area with stunning sea views through full-height windows and folding balconies. Finally, the exterior aft deck is the primary alfresco dining area. The table expands to seat 18 guests, and a built-in buffet bar can accommodate multiple hot and cold dishes. Windscreens and doors make this a multi-season space. Moving up a level, an Edelman leather ceiling bordered by lacquered nickel brings a luxurious feel to the compact but functional wheelhouse, with its louro preto veneer furniture and walls. An automatic heating and rinsing system prevents the windows from freezing in winter, and an integrated bridge system by SAM electronics directs content on seven interchangeable screens. Aft of the bridge, guests can work out in the 85-square-metre gym with its inset treadmill. The adjacent traditional sauna has a floor made from a special resin finished in a stone motif and a shower clad in Chinese black mother-of-pearl. At the top of the yacht, the sun deck aft is also a touchand-go helicopter pad that includes 14 inset lights and two foldable wings for extra safety space for the aircraft. Opposite is a whirlpool with generous sunbathing cushions all around. The deck is about 12 metres above the waterline so the outlook

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Guests can experience swimming in place against the variable jet stream that is a feature of the huge pool on the main aft deck (seen in the aerial shot above). Inside, the decks principal areas are separated by two vivariums (left) containing water dragons, lizards and other exotic creatures

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is breathtaking a near 360-degree view is possible from foredeck to aft. Other features of the yacht support the water sports passions of the family. An enlarged sea terrace door opens on to the tender garage and storage, where four hydraulic cranes manage a pair of 11-metre Vikal tenders, an 8.5-metre ski boat, six jet-skis and four WaveRunners. Another tender sits below the fully enclosed foredeck. A water sports room holds diving equipment and a drying cabinet for wetsuits, and there is immediate access to the sea via the lower lobby, where a hull door opens flat on to the water to create a small beach club platform at which jet-skiers can dock. When sport is finished for the day, relaxing entertainment can be found in the lower deck cinema, which is equipped for showing 3D films and has a bar and popcorn machine. The tiered sofas are upholstered in suede and easy to sink into, and while there is the effect of portholes on the walls, no natural light interferes with the show. A vast library of 3,600 movies is available through the Kaleidescape system. Nirvana is not only ideal for her owner and guests, she is also a first-rate charter vessel, with all her interior and exterior spaces designed for carefree luxury. She is a big yacht, too, capable of crossing oceans. The twin 4000 series MTU main engines can push her along at a maximum 20 knots, while at a cruise of 14 knots her range is well over 5,000 nautical miles. The yachts active and sport-loving family know the ambience that suits their lifestyle. In Sam Sorgiovanni they found a designer who interpreted their passion with great style, while Oceanco turned it into reality. This is definitely an idyllic, lifeenhancing, life-affirming yacht.
LOA: 88.5m (290' 4") Beam (max): 14.2m (46' 6") Draught (loaded): 4m (13' 1") Displacement: 2,320 tonnes Gross tonnage: 2,786 Engines: 2 x 4,830hp/3,600kW MTU 20V 4000 M73L @ 2,050rpm Speed (max /cruise): 20/14 knots Fuel capacity: 280,000 litres (73,968 US gals) Range at 14 knots: 5,000nm Thrusters: Jastram BU50F (bow), Veth VL 200 (stern) Stabilisers: Rolls Royce Aquarius 100 Generators: 1 x MTU/DDC Series 2000, 1 x Volvo Penta D9 MG (emergency) Water capacity: 172,000 litres (45,437 US gals) Owner and guests: 12 Crew: 26 Construction: steel hull, aluminium superstructure Classification: Lloyds @100 A1, SSC Yacht (P), Mono G6, @LMC, UMS, SCM. MCA LY2 Owners project manager: Exclusive Yacht Management Naval architecture: Oceanco, Azure Exterior styling: Sam Sorgiovanni Designs Interior design: Sam Sorgiovanni Designs Builder/year: Oceanco/2012

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