Nautical luxury: Yacht gets a modern makeover

London – A new luxury yacht is changing the tired masculine style of nautical design. The new Aura T60 by Sealine has had its interior revamped by Studio Conran, and been given a refreshing update from the conventional approach to yacht design.

‘It doesn’t feel like a designer yacht,’ explains Sebastian Conran. ‘There’s no reason why a boat should be a male territory. Boats are often over-polished or heavy, so we’ve gone for a light and airy feel with matt blond oaks.’ As well as a softer approach to the interior design, Studio Conran has altered the traditional layout, moving the galley to the opposite side from where it is usually found.