Unveiling the Custom Line Navetta 38: A Masterpiece of Elegance and Design

The first Custom Line Navetta 38 (hull 001) was launched in late January. She is the new yacht in the brand’s Navetta line. With new exterior and interior design and the highest standards of cruising pleasure, the yacht is a work of naval art that combines innovative engineering with typically Italian style and sophistication.

This 38.76-meter displacement made-to-measure yacht, with exterior styling by architect Filippo Salvetti and interior design by ACPV ARCHITECTS Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel, expresses the values of quality, generous volumes and absolute comfort that have been part of the brand’s bespoke DNA from the outset.

The project team, which also includes the Custom Line Atelier, plays a strategic role in implementing the customer’s vision, working with them right through to the delivery of the yacht.

Extraordinary combinations of elegance and aesthetics, of livability and direct contact with the sea, together with a fluid continuity between interiors and exteriors, elevate Custom Line Navetta 38 into a new dimension of navigation.

Exterior Design: Timelessly classic design with essential and clean lines and forms

The exteriors, designed by Arch. Filippo Salvetti, stand out for their timelessly classic design language that features simple, harmonious lines expressing understated, refined luxury. Blending seafaring tradition with sophistication, Custom Line Navetta 38 combines form and function in every detail. Lines and forms are essential and clean, with a sculptural treatment of surfaces that adds personality, strength and a contemporary flavor, though without undermining the yacht’s elegance and harmonious style.

The layout of Custom Line Navetta 38 extends across three decks characterized by comfort and extremely convivial spaces, with almost 465 square meters of total surface area. The yacht accommodates 12 guests (including two Pullman beds) in five cabins: a master suite on the main deck and four VIP cabins on the lower deck.

The total integration between the interior and exterior spaces is one of the main characteristics of this yacht. At over 70 square meters, the beach club is a distinctive feature on board Custom Line Navetta 38. It can be extended on both sides when at anchor. In this way, the water’s edge terrace with direct access to the sea becomes an exclusive area for special moments. Two gunwales open out to take full advantage of the space. The beach club’s rational and functional layout makes it extremely practical and easy to use.

The wide lateral walkways along the upper deck, reserved for the owner and guests, lead directly to the bow, where a Sunset Lounge offers a calm space that can be configured to meet the owner’s needs, with comfortable seating and a solarium with sun pads. The sundeck, with a total surface area of 65 square meters and a length of 15 meters, is split into four virtual outdoor areas that merge into each other to offer a unique 360-degree view and connect with the water.

Interior Design: Three-dimensional oak ceiling, the chromatic leitmotiv with a wide range of neutral colors, use of natural materials and custom-made furniture

The interior design process projected by ACPV ARCHITECTS Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel on Custom Line Navetta 38 focused on maximum use of space through optimum control of all the volumes and functional exploitation of the entire available surface area. They have revisited the stylistic features of maritime tradition—from the concept to the color palette—through a contemporary lens.

The outstanding use of glass ensures light-filled, airy interiors that maximize the natural light, particularly in the main salon and in the salon on the upper deck, with floor-to-ceiling windows that can be fully opened, creating seamless continuity between external and internal spaces and a pleasing feeling of harmony with the marine environment.

The chromatic leitmotiv of the entire interior design project is the use of a wide range of neutral colors such as beige and ivory, enriched with natural, unfinished materials such as teak, oak and leather, but also linen and parchment. Raffia is used widely, as is ivory wallpaper by Philippe Jeffries, both tactile materials that stand out for their refined workmanship and detailing, while maintaining an extremely understated color palette.

All the linens used on the cabins of this yacht are by Frette. They have been customized using the colors and nuances of the interiors of this boat.

One of the distinctive features of the design is the three-dimensional oak ceiling, which has a hollowed-out, ribbed structure that adds a touch of sophisticated originality. This original solution captures the essence of the hull and is in perfect harmony with the oak or teak floors, set off by contrasting inserts such as the dark pencil strip used throughout the boat on the walls, which feature floor-to-ceiling windows that amplify the natural light in the settings.

The transition of materials between ceilings, walls and floors is echoed in the finishing of the rounded oak doors, a signature detail in this new project. The same technique is also used for the yacht’s glazing and the inner shell. The details help create a uniquely soft atmosphere in a light-filled space, infusing the settings with warmth and lightness.

The main deck's 42-square-meter salon has a timelessly elegant style and custom-made furniture designed by Antonio Citterio. The simple lines of the furnishings and the layout create an informal, refined mood that skillfully combines naval tradition with innovative functionality. The main salon’s furnishings designed by Antonio Citterio, including a B&B Italia Maxalto sofa and leather pouffe, enhance both functionality and aesthetic appeal.

The exclusive owner’s suite is a generous 40-square-meter space designed to offer the owner an oasis of privacy in which to spend time relaxing and having fun, with an ever-present sea view. On entering the owner’s apartment, there are two walk-in wardrobes on the left plus a central bookcase, with a woven leather frame, wooden shelves and a design that echoes the mood of the cabin. The standout features on the starboard side are a large chaise longue with two freestanding wooden tables and a desk with an elegant leather top. The central bed dominates the setting, with its curved lines and modern design featuring an eye-catching leather-weave headboard. There was a special focus on tactile materials, while maintaining a natural and harmonious background of colors and finishes.

Onboard Technology and Propulsion

Custom Line Navetta 38, fitted with two MAN units rated 1,400 horsepower, is ideal for covering long distances with reduced fuel consumption and to enjoy category-beating performance. They drive the yacht to a top speed of 15 knots, with a range of about 2,800 nautical miles at an economy cruising speed of 10 knots.

Custom Line Navetta 38 features megayacht technology of the highest quality involving the integration of new components and on-board systems. There is also a special focus on the design and technical architecture of the audio-video system, which integrates latest-generation equipment into the yacht’s elegant interiors. The Bang&Olufsen BEOSOUND THEATRE audio system adds sophistication and elegance, featuring a ribbed-wood design that subtly echoes the ceilings. The loudspeakers are positioned on the furniture in both the main salon and on the sky lounge.

The wheelhouse on the upper deck is a full-custom design featuring high standards of ergonomics, functionality and technological innovation, which also ensure outstanding technical visibility.

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