Italian shipyard Baglietto has partnered with New York-based design studio Meyer Davis on Vesta56, a 184-foot concept yacht. The project also features striking exterior design by Enrico Gobbi of Venice-based Team for Design.
Vesta56’s exterior concept
Vesta56’s silhouette is informed by sweeping lines and slim aft deck overhangs reminiscent of jet wings, complemented by continuous bands of glazing that heighten the yacht’s sleek, kinetic profile.
A hallmark of the design is its focus on “lines in movement,” a sense of continuous flow and energy, even when the yacht is at anchor.
The concept brings the amenities of a larger yacht to a more intimate scale, including a foredeck dedicated solely to the owner and an infinity pool integrated into the aft platform, blurring the edge between vessel and sea. Expansive glazing in key spaces—like the main salon and Owner’s Suite—enhances views and strengthens the dialogue between interior and exterior.
An organic, home-like design
For the interiors, Meyer Davis drew inspiration from the yacht’s namesake, Vesta, the Roman goddess of hearth and home.
“We were inspired by the name Vesta56 for its rich symbolism—the quiet strength of home, the comfort of sanctuary, and the enduring presence of spaces designed not just for living, but for feeling truly at home,” says Gray Davis, cofounder of Meyer Davis. “Each material, curve, and proportion is imbued with intention to reflect that spirit.”
The material palette evokes this spirit through tactile richness and timeless restraint: travertine, raffia, cognac leather, and anthracite finishes bring depth and warmth. Sculpted curves and soft geometry define social spaces like the main salon, dining room, and upper lounge, while retractable glass walls invite in ocean air and shifting light.
Extending this ethos, the Owner’s Suite is anchored by a soulful design and handcrafted details.
The Vesta56 interiors resist the futurism common in many yacht designs. “Embracing organic form, personal layers, and lived-in elegance, we designed the yacht to age gracefully, accumulating stories as it travels,ˮ adds Will Meyer, cofounder of Meyer Davis.
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