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• Architects: Foster + Partners
• Area Area of this architecture project Area:  26550 m²
• Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2014
• Photographs Photographs: Nigel Young / Foster + Partners , YCM | Carlo Borlenghi
• Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers:   Franken-Schotter , Basaltina
• Main Contractor : Engeco , SGTM , SOBEAM
• Structural Engineer : OGER International
• Mechanical & Electrical Engineer : OGER International

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• Collaborating Architect:  Cabinet Alexandre Giraldi, Alexandri Giraldi, Thierry Aresi
• Mechanical And Electrical Engineers:  OGER International
• Cost Consultant:  Artelia
• Lighting Consultant:  Claude Engle
• Client:  Service des Travaux Publics, Principauté de Monaco
• Design Team:  Norman Foster, Spencer de Grey, David Nelson, Nigel Dancey, Patrick Campbell, Ivan Kaye, David Summerfield, James Barnes, Ulrich Hamann, Hugh Stewart, Annamaria Anderloni, Katy Roach
• Country:  Monaco

Text description provided by the architects. The yacht club is the symbolic centrepiece of the Monaco's remodelled harbour front. It celebrates the principality's spectacular coastline and its nautical heritage, creating a series of deck-like terraces that step up along the harbour to offer unrivalled views out to races at sea or inland over the course of the renowned Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit. Located on an area of reclaimed land, the development extends the city's existing marina eastwards and can accommodate a range of craft, from sailing boats to 100-metre super yachts.

The club is entered via a glazed atrium that frames views out over the harbour to the palace. On the first floor are a clubroom, bar and restaurant

Above is a double-height function space, and above that an apartment for the club secretary and a series of 'cabins' for visiting guests. The uppermost floors accommodate a range of event spaces. The observation decks are shaded by retractable fabric screens supported by a mast and booms. The harbour elevations are fully glazed and shaded by louvres, and can be opened up to provide uninterrupted views. Photovoltaic cells, solar thermal panels and sea-water cooling systems have all been integrated to ensure the building sets new sustainability standards, in line with Monaco's environmental ambitions.

The scheme also introduces shops and other amenities at quay level to animate the harbour.

The lower floors accommodate a rowing club and sailing school, whose sliding doors encourage activities to spread out on to the quayside. Designed largely for children, the school provides classrooms, workshops and lofts for small boats. Inland, there is a landscaped park on the roof of the sailing school and nautical society. Bounded on one side by the club's restaurant terrace and leading on the other side to a new exhibition hall, it complements the sequence of green spaces in this densely populated city and forms a new link in the pedestrian route between the quayside and Casino Square.

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Yacht Club de Monaco Officially Opens

By Brody Patterson

Updated on August 31, 2017

Commissioned all the way back in 2003 and under construction since 2009, the Yacht Club de Monaco has been finally officially opened and proudly takes its place among the principality’s landmarks. The opening celebrations were attended by Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene, as well as the project’s architect, Lord Norman Foster, founder and Chairman of the world-renowned Foster + Partners architecture firm.

The elegant building is set to be the centerpiece of Monaco’s renovated harbor, a symbol of the city’s great yachting tradition. Apart from its stylish and sleek design, it also scores high on the environmentally-friendly scale, with its heavy reliance on renewable energy sources. It incorporates photovoltaic cells, solar thermal panels, and sea water cooling systems, thus taking advantage of the latest technological developments in the area, as well as the building’s location.

Members of the club, as well as those of the other 40 or so other clubs around the world with which Yacht Club de Monaco has agreements, and even outsiders, on some occasions, will now be able the enjoy everything the place has to offer, including an exhibition hall, ballroom, swimming pool, terrace, library, fitness room, and even five spacious guest cabins for travelers stopping by.

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Yacht Club de Monaco: more than a yacht club

Home Environment Yacht Club de Monaco: more than a yacht club

Established by Prince Rainier III in 1953, the Yacht Club de Monaco is the emblem of Monegasque yachting. Since 2014, it has had its own emblematic building, a striking piece of architecture by Britain’s Norman Foster.

With its sleek lines and architecture reminiscent of an ocean liner, the Yacht Club de Monaco’s headquarters building never fails to provoke a reaction. Officially unveiled in 2014, it was designed by Pritzker Prize winner Norman Foster.

“This building has been designed like a miniature city, integrated into the existing urban landscape of Monaco,” explains the architect, who was also behind the Millennium Bridge (2000), Millau Viaduct (2004), Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona (2007) and Vieux Port in Marseille (2013).

Chaired since 1984 by Prince Albert II , the Yacht Club de Monaco, with its 2,000 members representing 60 nationalities and prestigious yachts , illustrates Monaco’s historic role in the world of yachting .

The first regattas organised in the Principality date back to 1862, while the first international motorboat races – which arrived with the development of the first combustion engines – were contested in Port Hercule in 1904.

Today, the Yacht Club de Monaco organises a number of regattas, such as Monaco Classic Week, the Primo Cup and, more recently, the Monaco Solar and Energy Boat Challenge One.

“As part of our ‘Monaco, capital of yachting’ project, through this event the Principality helps to bring together manufacturers, engineers, shipyards, students and ship owners to share their experiences and respond to the energy and environmental challenges facing the nautical sector,” says Bernard d’Alessandri, Secretary General of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

The YCM has two influential ambassadors: Le Tuiga, considered by sailor Eric Tabarly to be “one of the most beautiful yachts in the world”, takes part in major classic yacht events, while the Seaexplorer (formerly Malizia II) , the eco-friendly vessel that took Greta Thunberg across the Atlantic in summer 2019 to attend the UN Climate Summit, finished fifth in the Vendée Globe 2020, the first time it has taken part in the race.

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Founded by Prince Rainier III in 1953 and presided by HSH Prince Albert II since 1984, Yacht Club de Monaco is an exclusive private club which unites 2,500 members from 79 nationalities. In accordance with its statutes, this private club differs from others in that it also has a public service remit. Not only does it play a key role in bringing life to the harbour, and as a catalyst for all yachting-related activities in Monaco, YCM contributes to promoting the Principality and its influence abroad. At the instigation of its President, HSH Prince Albert II, it pursues a dynamic environmental policy, which includes the SEA Index, a benchmark for 40+m yachts to measure the CO2 emissions of their propulsion systems and generators.

While the Club remains very attached to safeguarding maritime heritage through exceptional events like Monaco Classic Week – La Belle Classe (8-12 September 2021), YCM also has eyes to the future with meetings like the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (6-10 July 2021) which puts the spotlight on clean alternative propulsion systems to build the future of yachting.

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Monaco Yacht Club Celebrates its 70th Anniversary with a Summer Cocktail

Particularly special this year… the summer cocktail, much anticipated, dovetailed with the 70th anniversary celebrations of the Yacht Club , whose birth year is 1953 . 

Every occasion at the Yacht Club in 2023 is naturally turning into a double celebration often made extra special by the presence of the Sovereign , who on this occasion was surrounded by about 1500 members . 

A perfect time to remember Prince Albert’s father, Rainier III , who was energized to bring together all those who love the sea in a unique Club within the Principality. Prince Albert speaks proudly of his father’s vision to make the YCM an exclusive place where yachting is lived, enjoyed and celebrated, thus contributing to the promotion of Monaco as a global destination . And the tribute to Prince Rainier continues with praise for his acumen in creating the Yacht Club to preserve and pass on maritime traditions, while promoting innovation and the development of yachting. 

And, as if standing on Prince Rainier’s shoulders, Prince Albert has placed priority on protecting the oceans first and foremost bringing environmental issues to the fore as a priority. In effect the Principality is a beacon for the nautical industry, acting as a catalyst in environmental transition. 

More and more the Monaco Yacht Club members have become demonstrators of new eco-responsible solutions played out through the theme “Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting”. 

High profile also and a regular reminder of the impetus towards green innovation is the 10th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, from July 3rd to 8th. 

Hundreds of young engineers representing 25 nations and 25 universities are gathering to meet industry professionals. Such key players as Oceanco, Ferretti, Sanlorenzo, Lürssen, Monaco Marine and Palumbo SY Refit take part. 

Hardly a quarter goes by when The Yacht Club de Monaco is not able to find an opportunity to continue radiating the message to protect the environment. On September 24th and 25th, YCM is hosting the 3rd Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous . The specific aim of the event is to present innovative solutions for the development of virtuous marinas.

The YCM plays a powerful role as an ambassador carrying its values high through its high profile record-breaking international exploits of icons such as Malizia-Seaexplorer of Team Malizia , founded by Pierre Casiraghi, vice-president of the Yacht Club of Monaco. Having just finished The Ocean Race, the IMOCA will stop in Monaco on July 5th. 

Tuiga , the flagship of the YCM, another ambassador is fresh from a campaign and will play its role in the next Monaco Classic Week-La Belle Classe , from September 13th to 16th. 

Thirty new members were able to enjoy this summer members’ cocktail. They can now join in and encourage distinguished athletes like Alexander Ehlen, seeking to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. 

The Sovereign took the opportunity to congratulate Peter Harburg, recent winner of the 70th Rolex Giraglia . The two gold medals obtained at the Games of the Small States by the laserist Noah Garcia and by Boris Jeremenko, head valet of the YCM also received praise. 

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Monaco Yacht Show 2023: The Italian Sea Group officially announces its presence with important news for each brand of the Group

The Italian Sea Group comes back to Monaco Yacht Show

The Italian Sea Group officially announces its participation in the 32nd edition of the Monaco Yacht Show . The most prestigious international exhibition dedicated to the world of superyachts and megayachts.

From 27 to 30 September 2023 at the evocative Port Hercule in the Principality of Monaco.

The Italian Sea Group will unveil a world preview of six new yachts.

Included a 55-metre Admiral brand superyacht with interior design by Giorgio Armani.

The international clientele, brokers and the financial community will be welcomed in an exclusive lounge in the Quai Rainier Ier area.

The tender picchiotti will be at customers’ disposal within the yacht show.

There will also be the opportunity to admire the timeless elegance of the Picchiotti line . Thanks to the first tender produced, which will be available to clients for transit throughout the yacht show.

“We are delighted to present our most innovative models, the result of our commitment and investment in technology and design, in a location such as the Monaco Yacht Show, which has always been synonymous with elegance and absolute style . Owners, brokers and yachting enthusiasts will be able to appreciate the extreme quality, attention to detail as well as an increasingly exciting stylistic innovation that distinguishes each of our sailing and motor products.” commented Giovanni Costantino, Founder & CEO of The Italian Sea Group .

The lounge will be set up in collaboration with Armani Casa

The TISG lounge will recreate the ambience of the Marina di Carrara Headquarters, with a perfect blend of elegance and uniqueness, thanks to a refined set-up created in collaboration with Armani Casa. A further confirmation of the success of the partnership with the famous Italian brand.

The exclusive press conference will reveal the latest news on the fleets of each brand of the Group.

On September 26th at 15:00  a press conference will be held at the Yacht Club de Monaco, Deck 3- Ballroom, during which several important news will be announced.

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With 26 superyacht berths from 28 to 60m, this innovative complex has a pontoon for tenders and terminal for charters. Superyacht owners enjoy the benefits of having a privileged access to the Yacht Club de Monaco‘s Clubhouse throughout their stay in the Principality.

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