Aberdoni’s New 328-Foot Gigayacht Concept Has a Circular Owner’s Suite
Jay Aberdoni is giving us a blast from yachting’s past.
The Spanish designer, who worked at Alberto Mancini Yacht Design before establishing his eponymous studio, just unveiled a new gigayacht concept that pays homage to the golden age of yachting. The 328-foot Ixian takes design cues from the elegant motor yachts and ocean liners of the 1940s but has a unique, contemporary twist.
The streamlined exterior evokes that of an early 20th-century cruiser, with long, horizontal lines and sweeping curves. The classic silhouette is punctuated by a series of concentric circles amidship that give the yacht a decidedly modern feel. The circles aren’t purely for aesthetics, though. They help create the yacht’s defining feature: a circular owner’s suite with walls of glass that afford panoramic ocean views.
The interior is a prime example of quiet luxury, with an understated palette of browns and beiges, clean lines, and minimalist furnishings. Patterned wood walls, stone floors, and textured fabrics create a cozy feel, ensuring the expansive spaces feel nice and livable rather than museum-ish. The behemoth is equipped with only 10 guest cabins, prioritizing amenities and entertaining space over accommodation.
The exterior of the circular owner’s suite.
Aberdoni
A central staircase connects the multiple decks, with a large salon the centerpiece of the main deck and a huge beach club the star of the lower deck below. The latter is flanked by full-beam glass rather than the highly popular fold-out platforms, resulting in an enclosed area that can be enjoyed in all seasons. Ixian has several lounge areas and terraces scattered across her living quarters. Other highlights include a helipad that doubles as a bow lounge when not in use and outdoor Jacuzzis both forward and aft.
Aberdoni didn’t specify a propulsion system for Ixian, meaning prospective owners could opt for diesel, hybrid, or electric. “I would assume that for sure it’d be a hybrid system of diesel-electric,” Aberdoni told Robb Report in an email. “It’s very popular these days, not only for environmental reasons, but also because vibrations are lower and efficiency is higher. It’s a win-win.”
The designer, who has been in the industry for about a decade, previously unveiled the 239-foot megayacht Day One, the 272-foot megayacht Dust, the 236-foot superyacht Posterity, and the 262-foot explorer Prelude. Ixian is the largest and arguably most luxurious of the lot.
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