Kensho

What if…? An enlightened mind is brave enough to search beyond the horizon for new discoveries and experiences.

For someone used to making his own path, designing and building a yacht was more than just an opportunity; it was an imperative to challenge established norms. The chance to voyage unimpeded.
Kenshō is an invitation to be closer to nature. But it’s also the personal story of an enlightened explorer of ideas, and his quest to redefine the beauty, joy and profound pleasure of yachting; to revel in the spirit and thrill of navigation of the seas with all of its sensory splendor. Kenshō is the embodiment of something that is new, personal and ground-breaking.

The dining room is placed at the rear of the main deck and opens directly onto the exterior deck for extended entertaining. This configuration allows for new possibilities in the layout of the upper deck. The full-width room is designed to allow for a multipurpose space in the day, with floor-to-ceiling cabinets of curiosity displaying mementos of past voyages. The tables can be joined to form a 12-person dining table for special occasions, or daily celebrations.

Far from aiming to transfer elements of land-based design on to the water, the studio wanted to embrace the opportunities offered by a yacht. Chief among these are the luminosity and far reaching views of the sea. So, the first thing that strikes you when you step inside Kensho is the unexpected height of the deckheads. These offer a luxurious 2.70m in the public areas of the boat, with windows that really draw in the light.