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Meet Project Sonata, a Rule-Breaking 351-Foot Sailing Yacht That Cruises Like a Luxury Liner

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What do you call a superyacht concept that takes the progressive learnings from the world’s leading new builds and packs them together in one visionary design? You call it Project Sonata. With three DynaRig systems inspired by the legendary sailing yacht Black Pearl , an inverted bow to slice through waves and enough space on board to compete with a motoryacht, could the 351-foot hybrid sailing yacht have it all?

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Project Sonata is the work of emerging Swiss studio Valentin Design. Headed up by industrial designer Valentin Weigand, winner of Young Designer of the Year 2020, and naval architect Romain Acquaviva, the duo have their eyes set on a more sustainable, smarter, and buildable yacht.

“Our aim is to create a sailing superyacht that is more accessible to clients than the ones currently in the water,” Weigand told Robb Report . “Many clients are scared off by how complicated they perceive sailing yachts to be, requiring large numbers of crew and complicated rigs. We want to offer something that combines the joy of sailing with the ease and comfort of a motoryacht.”

The master stateroom, encased in a glass bubble, offers immediate access to the outdoors.  Courtesy Valentin Design

Sustainability is also key to the concept. Two diesel electric engines generate recuperative energy through the yacht’s propellers while sailing, supplying enough power for the hotel load and to charge its Lithium-Sulfur battery pack. The 4MW batteries, developed by Oxys Energy, are free of heavy metals, such as cobalt, and are considered safer than Li-ion batteries.

The pair have strengthened their proposition by drawing on the expertise of Derek Munro, director at Divergent Yachting, who was instrumental in the construction of Oceanco ’s groundbreaking build Black Pearl .

“Derek has first-hand experience on what can be optimized or simply didn’t work with Black Pearl ,” said Weigand, “and we’ve worked that into the design of Project Sonata to eliminate those points.”

The beamy exterior looks more like a motoryacht than a sailing vessel, with access to the outdoors and water.  Courtesy Valentin Design

What works includes a 16-foot retractable keel that saves 6.5-feet of draft when required. The considerable DynaRig is low in maintenance yet highly durable, meaning a smaller crew is required. And, like Black Pearl , the tips of the masts can be unmounted to give enough clearance to sail under the Bridge of the Americas, and access the Pacific Ocean through the Panama Canal.

“ Black Pearl’s masts underwent three years of engineering and are proven to be highly efficient,” said Weigand. “By using the same molds on Project Sonata, we save time and money. In the same vein, the seating arrangement aboard Black Pearl is not ideal for heeling. We’ve ensured all exterior decks have been designed with heeling in mind.”

That said, Project Sonata has also undergone computational fluid dynamics studies to ensure it performs when sailing without heeling too much. “Most sailing superyachts’ main functions are regattas, which means they are super-fast, super light and heel a lot,” Acquaviva told Robb Report . “This can be really scary for owners who are used to stability and comfort, so our design prioritizes the guest experience. Our inverted hull extends the waterline length and cuts through waves.”

Courtesy Valentin Design

At 2,992 gross tonnes, the interior volume is sizable, complemented by features that follow the current trend for a connection to the outdoors. “The only thing our design lacks is a large swimming pool, which requires too much space on a sailing yacht,” said Weigand. “We’ve mitigated that with multiple exterior platforms to access the sea itself.”

A large sun deck affords alfresco dining. On the interior, glass is king, creating a design without visual borders. The master stateroom, spread across two decks, is virtually encased in a glass bubble. The VIP cabin enjoys direct access to its own private beach club, making a novel charter proposition. A double height atrium in the formal dining area speaks of elaborate guest entertainment. This also supports the studio’s intention to make the forward areas formal, so as guests move aft the more causal the design becomes.

Project Sonata, presented to the world by Ocean Independence, is a bold proposal from a studio made up of keen sailors, but whose sailing yacht designs to date have been limited to the 50-foot range. But that hasn’t deterred the dynamic pair.

Sonata’s inverted bow is as distinctive as its masts.  Courtesy Valentin Design

“I’ve been sailing on boats since I was kid and worked in refit and construction for over 12 years,” said Acquaviva. “I understand what an owner wants from a sailing yacht, but equally what the crew need. When combined with visionary design and fully engineered naval architecture, we believe that’s a winning formula.”

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Meet Project Sonata, a Rule-Breaking 351-Foot Sailing Yacht That Cruises Like a Luxury Liner

What do you call a superyacht concept that takes the progressive learnings from the world’s leading new builds and packs them together in one visionary design? You call it Project Sonata. With three DynaRig systems inspired by the legendary sailing yacht Black Pearl , an inverted bow to slice through waves and enough space on board to compete with a motoryacht, could the 351-foot hybrid sailing yacht have it all?

Project Sonata is the work of emerging Swiss studio Valentin Design. Headed up by industrial designer Valentin Weigand, winner of Young Designer of the Year 2020, and naval architect Romain Acquaviva, the duo have their eyes set on a more sustainable, smarter, and buildable yacht.

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“Our aim is to create a sailing superyacht that is more accessible to clients than the ones currently in the water,” Weigand told Robb Report . “Many clients are scared off by how complicated they perceive sailing yachts to be, requiring large numbers of crew and complicated rigs. We want to offer something that combines the joy of sailing with the ease and comfort of a motoryacht.”

Courtesy Valentin Design

Sustainability is also key to the concept. Two diesel electric engines generate recuperative energy through the yacht’s propellers while sailing, supplying enough power for the hotel load and to charge its Lithium-Sulfur battery pack. The 4MW batteries, developed by Oxys Energy, are free of heavy metals, such as cobalt, and are considered safer than Li-ion batteries.

The pair have strengthened their proposition by drawing on the expertise of Derek Munro, director at Divergent Yachting, who was instrumental in the construction of Oceanco ’s groundbreaking build Black Pearl .

“Derek has first-hand experience on what can be optimized or simply didn’t work with Black Pearl ,” said Weigand, “and we’ve worked that into the design of Project Sonata to eliminate those points.”

What works includes a 16-foot retractable keel that saves 6.5-feet of draft when required. The considerable DynaRig is low in maintenance yet highly durable, meaning a smaller crew is required. And, like Black Pearl , the tips of the masts can be unmounted to give enough clearance to sail under the Bridge of the Americas, and access the Pacific Ocean through the Panama Canal.

“ Black Pearl’s masts underwent three years of engineering and are proven to be highly efficient,” said Weigand. “By using the same molds on Project Sonata, we save time and money. In the same vein, the seating arrangement aboard Black Pearl is not ideal for heeling. We’ve ensured all exterior decks have been designed with heeling in mind.”

That said, Project Sonata has also undergone computational fluid dynamics studies to ensure it performs when sailing without heeling too much. “Most sailing superyachts’ main functions are regattas, which means they are super-fast, super light and heel a lot,” Acquaviva told Robb Report . “This can be really scary for owners who are used to stability and comfort, so our design prioritizes the guest experience. Our inverted hull extends the waterline length and cuts through waves.”

At 2,992 gross tonnes, the interior volume is sizable, complemented by features that follow the current trend for a connection to the outdoors. “The only thing our design lacks is a large swimming pool, which requires too much space on a sailing yacht,” said Weigand. “We’ve mitigated that with multiple exterior platforms to access the sea itself.”

A large sun deck affords alfresco dining. On the interior, glass is king, creating a design without visual borders. The master stateroom, spread across two decks, is virtually encased in a glass bubble. The VIP cabin enjoys direct access to its own private beach club, making a novel charter proposition. A double height atrium in the formal dining area speaks of elaborate guest entertainment. This also supports the studio’s intention to make the forward areas formal, so as guests move aft the more causal the design becomes.

Project Sonata, presented to the world by Ocean Independence, is a bold proposal from a studio made up of keen sailors, but whose sailing yacht designs to date have been limited to the 50-foot range. But that hasn’t deterred the dynamic pair.

“I’ve been sailing on boats since I was kid and worked in refit and construction for over 12 years,” said Acquaviva. “I understand what an owner wants from a sailing yacht, but equally what the crew need. When combined with visionary design and fully engineered naval architecture, we believe that’s a winning formula.”

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107m Project Sonata joins the Ocean Independence sales fleet

Ocean Independence has unveiled a new DynaRig sailing yacht concept named Project Sonata. Designed by Geneva-based Valentin Design, this groundbreaking concept combines the versatility and thrill of a sailing yacht with the space and comfort found in a motor yacht.

The designer had one objective: to create a buildable, eco-friendly superyacht of tomorrow utilising the know-how of a renowned German shipyard and other experts in their fields. A more sustainable, smarter yacht design that seamlessly includes naval architecture into the design process right from the start. Strong, confident lines merge with sleek surface transitions.

Built from a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, Project Sonata will be powered by twin 1100kW electric engines for a top speed of 17 knots and cruising speed of 15 knots. She can be scheduled for delivery in 2025. 

The design prioritises the experience of guests. She can provide a luxury accommodation for up to 12 guests across six spacious staterooms, plus a number of additional attributes that will place this yacht in a class of its own.

Elsewhere, the yacht features battery packs capable of powering the hotel service for 12 hours without the need for generators and a retractable keel for a reduced draft. Further energy can be recovered through the propellers while sailing.

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Ocean Independence reveals 107.35 metre yacht

Yacht brokerage company Ocean Independence has revealed a 107.35 metre DynaRig sailing yacht concept named Project Sonata.

Advertised with a build time of 38 months, Project Sonata was designed by Valentin Design, which was briefed to “create a buildable, eco-friendly superyacht of tomorrow” in collaboration with German shipyard Lloyd Werft Bremerhaven.

Built from a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, Project Sonata will be powered by twin 1100kW electric engines for a top speed of 17 knots and cruising speed of 15 knots.

For the full story, see: https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/news/project-sonata-concept

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The 351-Foot Luxury Liner That’ll Blow Your Mind – Make Way For Project Sonata!

Every time we think technology has been showcased as its best, there comes a supremely extravagant and mind-boggling invention that leaves us in complete awe and makes us wonder, what can be expected next?!

Quick question! What will you call a superyacht concept that’s built from progressive learning from the world’s leading designs packed into a single vision? Any guesses? We call it Project Sonata!

Project Sonata – A work of art

Inspired by the legendary sailing yacht, Black Pearl, Project Sonata consists of three DynaRig systems. These are systems in the form of inverted bows that help in slicing through the waves and making enough space on board to compete with a motor yacht. Seems like a dream, doesn’t it?  

Project Sonata is a complete piece of art, and the work of emerging Swiss studio, Vallentin design. Led by industrial designer Valentin Weigand, the winner of the “Young Designer of the Year 2020,” along with his mate, Romain Acquaviva, a naval architect. The duo aims to have their eyes on a much more sustainable, buildable, and smarter yacht. 

Weigand told Robb Report that the motive behind this project was to create a sailing superyacht that’s more efficient and accessible as compared to the ones that are currently afloat.

He continued that it’s shocking to witness people being scared off by how complicated sailing yachts can be (at least in their perspective). In order to break this bubble, the duo wanted to offer an experience that is joyful and provides the utmost ease and comfort of a motor yacht. 

Project Sonata’s specifications

Sustainability is a major concept in the making of this masterpiece. It has been equipped with two diesel-electric engines that will generate energy through the yacht’s propellers during sailing, and also supply enough power to charge its lithium-sulfur battery pack. The 4MW batteries manufactured by Oxys Energy are free from any heavy metals and are considered safe as compared to Li-ion batteries. 

The designers have strengthened their proposition by working under the expertise of Derek Munro, Director at Divergent Yachting, who was also the brain behind the construction of Ocenco’s groundbreaking superyacht, Black Pearl. 

A beauty with power!

At 2,992 gross tons, the interior volume of the yacht is quite decent in size, and complemented by features that follow the latest trend of connection to the outdoors. But the only drawback is that the design doesn’t hold high-capacity swimming, the reason being, it requires too much space. Nevertheless, the water vehicle is loaded with mind-striking amenities that are a treat to witness!

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Project Sonata, 351-Foot hight tech sailing Yacht that can ride like motorbike

Project Sonata is the visionary design of the concept yacht that combines the advanced learnings from the world-leading new builds. Inspired by the legendary sailing yacht Black Pearl, 351-foot hybrid sailing yacht has three DynaRig systems, an inverted bow, smart design and enough space on board to compete with a motoryacht. The concept of the yacht also focuses on sustainability and accessibility to clients requiring small numbers of crew and less complicated rigs. The idea is to offer the ease of sailing combined with the comfort of motoryacht.

This luxury vessel features a large sun deck that suits perfectly for alfresco dining. When it comes to the interior, glass is used to create a design without visual borders. The master stateroom, spread across two decks, the VIP cabin has direct access to its own private beach club, a double-height atrium in the formal dining area provides an incredible entertainment experience. Project Sonata, is a bold proposal from Swiss studio Valentin Design to super keen sailors that was presented to the world by Ocean Independence.

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MEET PROJECT SONATA, A RULE-BREAKING 351-FOOT SAILING YACHT THAT CRUISES LIKE A LUXURY LINER.

If ever built, Sonata would be a first for sailing superyachts. It would have high-tech sails, but would ride more like a motoryacht.

What do you call a superyacht concept that takes the progressive learnings from the world’s leading new builds and packs them together in one visionary design? You call it Project Sonata. With three DynaRig systems inspired by the legendary sailing yacht  Black Pearl , an inverted bow to slice through waves and enough space on board to compete with a motoryacht, could the 351-foot hybrid sailing yacht have it all?

Project Sonata is the work of emerging Swiss studio Valentin Design. Headed up by industrial designer Valentin Weigand, winner of Young Designer of the Year 2020, and naval architect Romain Acquaviva, the duo have their eyes set on a more sustainable, smarter, and buildable yacht.

“ Our aim is to create a sailing superyacht that is more accessible to clients than the ones currently in the water, ” Weigand told  Robb Report . “ Many clients are scared off by how complicated they perceive sailing yachts to be, requiring large numbers of crew and complicated rigs. We want to offer something that combines the joy of sailing with the ease and comfort of a motoryacht .”

Sustainability is also key to the concept. Two diesel electric engines generate recuperative energy through the yacht’s propellers while sailing, supplying enough power for the hotel load and to charge its Lithium-Sulfur battery pack. The 4MW batteries, developed by Oxys Energy, are free of heavy metals, such as cobalt, and are considered safer than Li-ion batteries.

The pair have strengthened their proposition by drawing on the expertise of Derek Munro, director at Divergent Yachting, who was instrumental in the construction of Oceanco’s groundbreaking build  Black Pearl .

“ Derek has first-hand experience on what can be optimized or simply didn’t work with Black Pearl, ” said Weigand, “ and we’ve worked that into the design of Project Sonata to eliminate those points .”

What works includes a 16-foot retractable keel that saves 6.5-feet of draft when required. The considerable DynaRig is low in maintenance yet highly durable, meaning a smaller crew is required. And, like  Black Pearl , the tips of the masts can be unmounted to give enough clearance to sail under the Bridge of the Americas, and access the Pacific Ocean through the Panama Canal.

“ Black Pearl’s masts underwent three years of engineering and are proven to be highly efficient ,” said Weigand. “ By using the same molds on Project Sonata, we save time and money. In the same vein, the seating arrangement aboard Black Pearl is not ideal for heeling. We’ve ensured all exterior decks have been designed with heeling in mind .”

That said, Project Sonata has also undergone computational fluid dynamics studies to ensure it performs when sailing without heeling too much. “ Most sailing superyachts’ main functions are regattas, which means they are super-fast, super light and heel a lot ,” Acquaviva told  Robb Report . “ This can be really scary for owners who are used to stability and comfort, so our design prioritizes the guest experience. Our inverted hull extends the waterline length and cuts through waves .”

At 2,992 gross tonnes, the interior volume is sizable, complemented by features that follow the current trend for a connection to the outdoors. “ The only thing our design lacks is a large swimming pool, which requires too much space on a sailing yacht ,” said Weigand. “ We’ve mitigated that with multiple exterior platforms to access the sea itself .”

A large sun deck affords alfresco dining. On the interior, glass is king, creating a design without visual borders. The master stateroom, spread across two decks, is virtually encased in a glass bubble. The VIP cabin enjoys direct access to its own private beach club, making a novel charter proposition. A double height atrium in the formal dining area speaks of elaborate guest entertainment. This also supports the studio’s intention to make the forward areas formal, so as guests move aft the more causal the design becomes.

Project Sonata, presented to the world by Ocean Independence, is a bold proposal from a studio made up of keen sailors, but whose sailing yacht designs to date have been limited to the 50-foot range. But that hasn’t deterred the dynamic pair.

“ I’ve been sailing on boats since I was kid and worked in refit and construction for over 12 years ,” said Acquaviva. “ I understand what an owner wants from a sailing yacht, but equally what the crew need. When combined with visionary design and fully engineered naval architecture, we believe that’s a winning formula .”

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