If you were asked to describe an Italian-built yacht, you’d probably use the word stylish. And no wonder; if there’s something the Italians are well-known for, it’s their sense of style. Sanlorenzo is no different. Its new flagship, the 46 Steel, of which the first launch is christened Lammouche, embodies all the high-end looks you’d expect of one of its launches.
Of course, looks are all for nothing if the underlying structure isn’t equally as well thought out. To that end, Sanlorenzo designed and built the 46 Steel with some features that should turn owners’ heads as much as the soft goods do.
A good example is what the yard calls box-in-box construction. It’s an approach that a few builders take, wherein the various areas are self-contained structures (boxes) that are mounted to vibration- and sound-deadening materials. This in turn connects the structures to the frame of the yacht (a larger box).
Also like other builders, Sanlorenzo tank tested the bulbous-bow design for performance and stability before construction began. According to the yard, the 17-knot top speed was achieved under two-thirds load. It’s an important distinction, because many times boatbuilders—whether “small” production builders or megayacht builders—take readings under lighter loads. Power comes courtesy of twin Caterpillar 3512B diesels. Sanlorenzo further reports that range at 15 knots is 2,000 miles; with Lammouche dialed back to 12 knots, it’s 4,000 miles.
Even more significant, there’s something aboard that you wouldn’t ordinarily see on a superyacht in her size range (46 meters, or 151 feet). It’s a tunnel running the full length of the lowest deck, which Sanlorenzo terms the “under lower deck.” The tunnel is nearly full standing height and has good elbowroom. It lets the crew head from the engine room on the deck above (lower deck) forward to machinery spaces, the laundry, and additional cold stores. It’s a good arrangement, better than squeezing these spaces all onto the lower deck and possibly compromising on the space needed for one or more of them.
With these technical achievements beneath his feet, the owner of Lammouche can entertain family and friends in a sleek environment. Francesco Paszkowski worked closely with him to create some special touches. A terrific one is the upper-deck dining area. The owner wanted the main deck to remain devoted mostly to the saloon and his suite (complete with an office and walk-in wardrobe). The dining table, with seating for 14, is situated aft, surrounded by full-height windows and sliding doors. With the doors open, the view and fresh breezes heighten the experience. Even when meals aren’t being taken, the alfresco ambiance is sure to be enjoyed, as there’s also a bar and seating just aft, comprising the skylounge.
Connecting this area to the main deck (with its fold-down terraces) and four guest staterooms below decks is yet another stylish touch, a floating staircase. It’s not a traditional floating staircase, though—meaning not the kind with a central “spine” as a support system. Rather, each step is attached to glass walls flanking it, making them to truly seem as if they’re suspended in air.
There’s more to see aboard the 46 Steel Lammouche, as this slideshow will reveal. Included are some of the rooms just mentioned, plus her exterior decks and the gym in the beach club.
Leave a Reply