The 5 Best Superyacht Elevator Designs in the World
Among many mega yachts, there’s a curious juxtaposition between the sleek exterior styling and traditional interior decor. Their ultra-modern outsides just don’t harmonize with classically ornate styled insides. From the custom designed to the super futuristic, there are some exceptions and we’re going to explore the best yacht designs in the world and the futuristic elevators that make them stand out.
1. THE METIS
First up is the 63-metre Metis. The sleek steel and glass elevator is located on the bridge deck and is encircled in a warm wood and leather spiral staircase that connects the Owners’ Cabins, a nanny’s cabin and the children’s cabins with the surrounding floors. Designed by industry heavyweights Bannenberg & Rowell, The Metis superyacht is truly the best in class.
2. The Grace E
Second up is the Grace E mega yacht built by the Italian shipyard Perini Navi. The Grace E interior was entrusted to the French interior designer and architect Rémi Tessier whos use of polished chrome finishes, soft wood touches softens up the otherwise modern spaces. Most notably gold fabric lines the interior of the glass-enclosed elevator shaft and rotating elevator doors resulting in a one of a kind effect. The design garnered Grace E the Baccarat Trophy for Best Interior Design Award at the Monaco Yacht Show.
3. The DAF
Third on our list is Benetti’s 61m James-Bond-inspired superyacht. Equipped with a helicopter landing pad, on-deck Jacuzzi and state-of-the-art superyacht lift surrounded by art-deco finishes. This yachts sparkling glass-encased elevator is complete with a wrap-around staircase designed by Evan K. Marshall that serve all three decks. The elevator foyer is is enhanced only by the beautiful marble flooring and artwork in her lobby.
4. The Kismet
Another of the world's finest superyacht elevators can be found on board the 95 metre Lürssen superyacht Kismet. The elevator is accessed via a lobby clad in rich brown leather wall coverings and bright brass accents. This extravagant sets the tone for the rest of the yacht and her dramatic Reymond Langton interiors.
5. The Kibo
Number five on our list is the Kibo. Grace's exterior and interior were designed by Terence Disdale. The main deck saloon leads to a central atrium with custom elevator and surrounding stairs that access all decks. The hull is built of steel and the superstructure is made of aluminium, with teak laid decks. Inside suede channel panelling softly wraps the walls while heavy dark brown highlights balance the natural beach tones agains the polished chrome and metal highlights.
Whether heading above to the deck or down below to sleep, yacht elevators improve accessibility, aide flow between the different areas of the boat and provide a strong focal point for interior design and circulation. To serve one of the most luxurious industries in the world, Lift Emotion distinguish their business by designing bespoke elevator solutions for some of the greatest superyachts in the world.
Based in the Netherlands and serving a global clientele, Lift Emotion is a specialist supplier of elevator solutions and specially engineered products for their globetrotting clientele. To suit the needs of the most unique of industries where little is ever standard, Lift Emotion provides superyacht builders and owners with truly custom design, construction and service.