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Behold the 459-Foot Megayacht Concept Inspired by Nature’s Graceful Pebbles – A Nautical Masterpiece
Inspiration for the design of a superyacht can frequently be found in the most unlikely locations. Consider the most recent idea from Van Geest Design, which was inspired by… pebbles.
The colossal 459-foot vessel, appropriately named Pebble, is the brainchild of studio co-founder Pieter van Geest. During his travels in England and Indonesia, the Dutch-born yacht designer discovered two pebbles with an extraordinarily polished surface. He was captivated by the way the elements had sculpted the granite over time, and he decided to pay tribute to Mother Nature’s abilities in the form of a megayacht.
“Pebble was designed with the idea that it was sculpted by nature over decades,” said Pieter in a statement. Its morphology is defined by the ocean environment, water, and wind.
Indeed, Pebble possesses the same fluid lines and rounded outlines as her namesake. There are very few corners visible, with the exception of the vertically-oriented, razor-sharp bow that will allow the ship to glide effortlessly through the water. The exterior is completed in a silver hue that resembles slate, albeit with a bit more pizzazz.
Pebble’s interior can be tailored to her owner’s specifications. The design studio proposes a spacious VIP suite forward on the main deck and an owner’s suite with its own deck two levels up. The upper deck features a spacious wellness center, while the lower deck features an expansive beach club. The transom is also enclosed to ensure that only invited guests may embark.
Seafarers will also have access to multiple swimming pools, a jacuzzi, and a helipad for fast and easy exits and entrances.
Pieter told Robb Report that the propulsion would be environmentally beneficial.
“We could imagine that, for a project of this nature, the propulsion would be as environmentally friendly as feasible. There are a number of viable options, ranging from hybrid electric to hydrogen.”
Pebble is one of several boundary-pushing ideas introduced by Van Geest in recent years. Mirage, a 348-foot motor yacht concept clad in reflective glass, and Moonstone, a 295-foot superyacht concept with a faceted steel superstructure that reflects light and sparkles day and night, were previously designed by the studio.