Latin students are aware that “Crescere” signifies “to grow.” This is precisely what the spectacular concept megayacht Crescere is designed to do. US designer J. David Weiss envisaged plant-filled, greenhouse-like glass walls spanning multiple decks after being inspired by the vision of a greenery-loving American buyer who desired cocoon-like spaces.
Robb Report quoted Weiss, founder of the disruptive design firm Designova Creative, as saying, “The idea is to create spaces that are quieter and more serene, where guests can relax and recharge.”
According to him, the hull’s expansive glass surfaces, which saturate the interior with diffused natural light, are crucial to the design. These combine with the yacht’s large sliding glass panels to allow cooling gusts to enter. Weiss, who contributed to the design of such iconic superyachts as Galactica Star, the 213-foot all-aluminum Heesen, and the 239-foot CRN-built Yalla, swiftly adds that the yacht isn’t just for rest and relaxation. The expansive terrace areas should also be conducive to enjoyment.
A particularly interesting feature of Crescere is its 52-foot-by-10-foot lap pool. Instead of being submerged into the foredeck, glass side panels rise up from the deck to form the pool, which is flooded with salt water by high-speed pumps. When not in use or when the foredeck must be cleared for the helipad, the pool can be emptied in a matter of seconds and its sides can vanish.
“Not only is it a great way to reduce weight on the bow while underway, but it’s also fun to watch guests splashing around through the glass sides,” says Weiss.
For the hull and superstructure of Crescere, the designer went against current trends for wider, taller, and more vertical yachts, or for axe-bowed yachts with longer, slimmer profiles. His bow was modeled after traditional J-class vessels. “We desired for the yacht to appear elegant and swift, with clean lines. “Although the design is for a yacht longer than 400 feet, we wanted her to have the personality of a much smaller vessel,” says Weiss.
At the stern, there are arched elements that attract attention. They are intended to resemble the yacht’s physical backbone, cascading down from the superstructure to the water. They could also serve as excellent water attractions for children.
In keeping with the yacht’s eco-friendly concept, Weiss envisions a hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system with biofuel generators and solar panels charging large battery banks. And Crescere would be swift, traveling at 40 mph from one tropical island to the next.
Weiss states that the most enjoyable aspect of working on the concept has been speaking with companies that can develop these complex new technologies. “Such as the creation of glass pool sides, glass living walls, and propulsion systems.”
Weiss even contacted a company that could create intelligent watering systems for managing the health of the vegetation on board. “That’s not something you do every day as a designer,” he explains.
The designer faces an additional obstacle in the form of a car-carrying tender. Six or seven of the prospective purchaser’s cherished collection of classic automobiles would accompany him on the yacht, if he were to purchase the yacht. Weiss states, “We are developing a military-style landing craft that can be deployed from the side of the hull and can run up onto a beach or boat ramp.” When you have a 433-foot-long object, you can do a variety of enjoyable activities.