A new 3D-printed ‘invisible’ superyacht is set to change the face of luxury sailing as we know it.
The 88-metre Pegasus concept with reflective ‘solar wings’ is the world’s first 3D-printed solar-electric superyacht. Conceived on a beach in Koufonissi island, Greece, the sleek, stylish superyacht has zero emissions and virtually unlimited range.
Italian designer Jozeph Forakis says his team was inspired to create a yacht as close to the sea and nature as possible.
“Now is the time for courageous leaps toward our collective sustainable future. “Pegasus is a bold but achievable vision for the near future of the superyacht industry, where man and machine live in harmony with nature rather than competing or compromising it.”
Wings on water
Forakis says the mesh framework creates an extraordinarily strong and lightweight structure that can be produced using less energy, material, waste, space, and time compared to conventional construction.
The silvery metallic finish blends chameleon-like with the water’s colours and movements making it appear ‘invisible’ and incorporates transparent solar panels.
Tree of Life
Inside, the centrepiece is the multi-level ‘Tree of Life’ – a hydroponic garden providing fresh food and air purification.
The base of the tree emerges from a reflecting pool on the lower deck and is surrounded by the hydroponic and meditation Zen Garden. The tree extends vertically through all four levels accompanied by a sculptural spiral staircase.
Inside the superyacht
The top level is exclusive to the owner and has a forward-facing master suite featuring a large private terrace.
The ‘pool club’ has an aquarium-style lap pool and expansive windows that transform into open balconies. When closed, the pool cover functions as the helipad. While the open ‘beach club’ has an oversized Jacuzzi.
Forakis says you could be jumping on board this new evolution in superyacht in as little as eight years from now.
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