A benchmark in contemporary naval engineering
The concept of Kismet is the result of the experience of a client who has trusted Lürssen more than once. The exterior design is the work of Nuvolari Lenard, while the interior has been developed by Reymond Langton Design. The structure combines steel and aluminum with extensive use of glass, highlighted by a 16 x 4.2 ft panel at the stern, the largest ever installed in this area on a Lürssen yacht.
Accommodating 18 guests in seven staterooms and a crew of up to 37, Kismet combines comfort and functionality in every nook and cranny. Delivered by Lürssen in April 2024, Kismet features a hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system that allows for up to 15 minutes of all-electric sailing. This concept, developed by Lürssen, optimizes energy consumption while reducing emissions. The motorization includes two diesel engines connected to controllable pitch propellers via gearboxes with PTI/PTO modules, allowing both low-speed electric sailing and power generation while underway.
In addition, the yacht features an advanced heat recovery system that improves thermal efficiency and energy utilization in various areas of the vessel.
An interior that blends eras and styles
Kismet's interior design combines references to Art Deco, the opulence of the Palace of Versailles and the elegance of 1920s Hollywood. Each space is designed to offer a unique sensory experience, with a layout that allows areas to be differentiated by design without losing aesthetic coherence.
The main lobby features a 14.3 ft crystal and gold chandelier suspended in a three-story atrium, reminiscent of the chandeliers in the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles. Common areas include a piano lounge designed by Boganyi, a movie theater with a retractable screen system, and several lounge areas with custom furnishings.
The master suite occupies more than half of the deck and features high-gloss walnut finishes, merino wool carpeting and gold accents. Adjacent to the suite is a private sun deck with Jacuzzi and sundeck offering panoramic views.
At the bow is the helipad, certified for a 5,765-pound Eurocopter 155, which can be converted into a basketball or pickleball court through a modular configuration.
Spaces for wellness and entertainment
There is a 36 ft indoor pool lined with custom mosaics, a waterfall from the upper deck and a wet bar. This area also features a teppanyaki station, grill and dining area with adaptive LED lighting.
The Kismet features a Balinese-inspired spa with sauna, hammam, cryotherapy at -121°F, waterfall shower, plunge pool and massage area with access to an outdoor deck.
The state-of-the-art fitness center features a retractable platform for outdoor workouts.
One of the most distinctive features is the Nemo Lobby, a combination underwater observatory and private movie theater. With 9.3-ft-long windows located 3.2 ft below the waterline, this lounge allows guests to enjoy views of the underwater world or transform into a 160-inch projection room.
Serving luxury with technology and design
Kismet incorporates structural innovations such as 5.1-inch thick glass in the handrails and a mast configuration that gives the yacht a distinctive silhouette. Double-height video walls, interactive lighting systems and home automation add to the project's modernity.
Auxiliary tenders include a 36.7-foot Hodgson silt tender, a 37 ft Naiad 16-passenger tender, a 27 ft Riva and a 20 ft Fassmer, as well as a full selection of water toys.
In terms of performance, the yacht has a top speed of 18 knots and a range of 6,000 nautical miles at 12 knots, giving her the potential for long distance cruising.
Text: Amura ± Photo: Amels Yachting