A global perspective on yacht design, featured in the industry’s most prestigious international media. This selection of editorial coverage and digital features reflects a consistent commitment to innovation, excellence, and the evolution of luxury yachting.
HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco presenting the SEA Index® 3-star Environmental Award certificate for the 59m Explorer "AKULA"
The 43m Explorer Akula, designed by Gian Paolo Nari, has been officially awarded the SEA Index® 3-star certificate for its verified environmental performance. Presented at The Yacht Club de Monaco by HSH Prince Albert II during the Monaco Capital of Advanced Yachting event, this recognition highlights the sustainable design standards and CO2 reduction targets integrated into the project’s naval architecture.
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Lux Et Al: The Monaco Pre-Award Issue - Interview
An exclusive full-page interview featured in the special “Monaco Pre-Award” edition of Luxe et Al (June 2025). Published to coincide with the International Yacht & Aviation Awards held at the Hôtel de Paris in Monte Carlo, this prestigious feature explores Gian Paolo Nari’s design philosophy and his professional journey. Invited as a leading voice in the industry, Nari discusses the evolution of superyacht aesthetics and the creative vision behind his latest studio works.
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"Akula" Barche Magazine - N°5 May 2025
Featured in the May 2025 issue (No. 5), Barche Magazine dedicated an insightful segment to the Akula 55m. More than just a project showcase, the piece includes an exclusive commentary by Gian Paolo Nari, who explains the architectural vision and the functional logic behind this world explorer. This editorial highlights Nari’s signature approach to blending extreme seaworthiness with high-end Italian design.
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"Akula" Boat International - January 2025
“TOUGH LOVE” – An in-depth editorial feature by Boat International (January 2025) dedicated to Akula. This extensive analysis explores the “no-nonsense” spirit of the 55-metre Rossinavi world explorer, highlighting the synergy between its rugged naval architecture and the sophisticated luxury of its interiors. The article celebrates Akula as a masterclass in explorer yacht design, where raw power meets uncompromising elegance.
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Guest Lecturer - The Principality of Monaco (IUM)
In May 2025, Gian Paolo Nari was invited as a Guest Lecturer for the “Master in Innovation and Sustainability Management” at the International University of Monaco. The lecture explored the visionary intersection between Yacht Design and Space Architecture, analyzing historical parallels, environmental challenges, and the evolution of habitability. By sharing his expertise with the next generation of luxury managers in the heart of the Principality, Nari highlighted how sustainability and storytelling are shaping the future of both maritime and aerospace design.
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43m Aegean Yachts
"Phobos & Deimos" (concept: 2024)
Gian Paolo Nari at Tigullio Design District 2023
Gian Paolo Nari was invited to contribute to the Tigullio Design District’s international platform, sharing his vision on nautical architecture through a dedicated video feature. During the 2023 edition, he also served as a member of the International Jury, evaluating innovative projects and sustainable maritime solutions from emerging global talents.
Video Feature at TDD
Video Feature at YouTube – Gian Paolo Nari
LUXLife Marine Tourism Awards 2022
Best Luxury Yacht Design Studio – Italy
Gian Paolo Nari was named Best Luxury Yacht Design Studio (Italy) in the 2022 Marine Tourism Awards hosted by LUXLife Magazine. This annual awards programme recognizes excellence and innovation within the global marine and tourism industries, highlighting studios that stand out for their contribution to luxury design and Italian craftsmanship.
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55m Rossinavi "Maverick" (concept: 2016)
75m Explorer "Wayfarer" (concept: 2011)
Yacht Design - N° 5 - 2008
“BACK TO THE FUTURE” – This was the visionary title chosen by SuperyachtDesign in 2011 to present the NP55 Wanderer. A project so advanced it anticipated the global explorer trend by more than a decade. Being featured in the Q5 edition alongside the world’s design elite, the Wanderer remains a definitive study in naval integrity and vintage-military aesthetics—a vision of the future that has now become the industry standard.
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55m Explorer "Wanderer" (concept: 2005 - 2009)
The One Yacht & Design - N° 24 December 2020
Featured in the December 2020 issue of The One Yacht & Design (Issue n. 24), the 45.2m Lovesong concept was presented as a masterclass in “compressed” luxury. The project was highlighted for its ability to integrate high-end features—including a pool, helipad, and dual tender garages—within a refined 500GT displacement hull. The One
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Yacht Design - N° 5 - 2008
First introduced in May 2008 in the “New Projects” section of Yacht Design magazine, this innovative 40m explorer concept served as the blueprint for the 43m twin projects, Phobos and Deimos, created in 2024. A vision that anticipated the current explorer trend by over fifteen years, now evolving into a new generation of vessels.
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35m Navetta "Unusual" (concept: 2009)
Charter World 1 – 35m UNUSUAL
Charter World 2 – 35m NAVETTA