Lisandro Nicoletti
Young Designer 2025
Named after NASA’s iconic spacecraft, VOYAGER redefines exploration, merging scientific capability with seamless design. The yacht for those who feel the world is not enough. VOYAGER features a minimalist black-and-wood aesthetic, balancing purpose with presence. At the stern, a double-height laboratory opens to the elements through floor-to-ceiling windows, immersing scientists and explorers in their surroundings. The space is split into two dedicated wings – a dry lab for analysis and a wet lab for hands-on oceanographic research. On the owner’s deck, a private retreat combines function and escape, featuring an office and a stateroom that leads to VOYAGER’s crowning jewel – an observatory lounge with a high-grade telescope. There is a wellness centre, designed for high-latitude expeditions, that provides a place to recharge after days spent braving the elements. Outside, VOYAGER offers the unexpected. Sustained by one pivoting column, the sun deck’s roof lifts from the bridge superstructure, unveiling a hidden terrace to enjoy panoramic views, without disrupting the yacht’s sleek profile. VOYAGER is built for those who venture further. The tender garage resembles a hangar, ready for any expedition, housing a submarine, a 16-metre exploration tender, two additional tenders, two all-terrain vehicles, a landing craft, and a full diving and exploration store. She also has a discreet helipad.
Meet Lisandro Nicoletti
What drew you to yacht design?
The truth is, I’ve always had a passion for yacht design, to the point where I couldn’t see myself doing anything else. There’s something about the scale and complexity of yachts, the way countless moving parts work in harmony to create a truly great vessel, that truly amazes me. Studying naval architecture has deepened my appreciation for the technical side of design, but it has also reinforced my love for the creative freedom it allows.
Which designers inspire your craft?
There are quite a few, but some stand out. Winch Design is an endless source of beautiful work, while Nuvolari Lenard showcases what can be achieved on the largest of scales. Luca Bassani’s work speaks to my sailor’s soul, and I look forward to the upcoming Jay Aberdoni. Beyond the sea, Oscar Niemeyer’s curves and simplicity are something I grew up with, always close to me, both in my hometown and heart. Antoni Gaudí’s forms and unconventional approach will forever fascinate me. I also admire Neri Oxman’s ability to blend science, nature, and design, pushing the boundaries of materials and aesthetics. And of course, the past Young Designer nominees, who continue to push boundaries and raise the standard of yacht design year after year.
How would you like to see yacht design evolve?
I’d like to see interior spaces become even more open, moving away from compartmentalised layouts towards fluid and adaptable environments. At the same time, the line between interior and exterior should disappear entirely - large openings, seamless transitions, and designs that frame the environment. I also believe in letting nature guide design, with organic curves replacing rigid geometries to create forms that feel effortless and natural. This evolution isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about making yachts that are in tune with their surroundings.
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