Range of organic materials
Production of the interior is taking place in parallel with the hull construction, in close collaboration with Paula Bruss. The Californian designer, together with Scott Blum and Bernd Weel, has developed an organic palette of materials that exudes warmth and neutrality. The inspiration draws on both Dutch minimalism and the relaxed elegance of Californian coastal living.
Fittings by Joseph Giles add a touch of style, whilst Dornbracht supplies elegant bathroom taps and fittings. Outdoors, exceptionally soft and durable Loro Piana fabrics are used. Leather from Moore & Giles enhances bespoke furniture.
Symbolic coin embedded in the fuselage
Scott Blum, founder of Dutch Design and initiator of the “Sea Rover” project: “This construction phase marks the realisation of an idea that has been in the making for many years.” He has spent much of his life on yachts travelling around the world and hopes that this concept will redefine life at sea.
At the start of the year, his team marked a symbolic milestone in the ship’s construction by welding a Dutch commemorative coin and a newspaper directly into the hull. The silver coin, dating from 1949, was minted to mark the 50th anniversary of the Marshall Plan. It symbolises both Dutch and American identity and serves as an important symbol in shipbuilding.
One side of the coin features a portrait of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands. The reverse side depicts George C. Marshall, together with the inscription ‘EUROPEAN RECOVERY PROGRAM 1947’.
