A zero-emission superyacht project
After his CLX96 yacht concept, awarded at FLIBS 2022, Joseph Forakis is back on the scene with his new Pegasus concept. It is an 88-meter long superyacht, designed to be almost invisible. The designer explains: "This is a zero-emission yacht, invisible in both its design and its environmental impact."
To create this new concept, the firm relied on existing and developing technologies for durability, autonomy and structural integrity. A mesh will be 3D printed to create the hull and superstructure in one piece. According to the designer, "will result in a strong, lightweight structure produced using less energy, materials, waste, space and time than conventional construction."
A 3D printed skeleton structure
According to the first visuals, Pegasus' hull will be low and linear, with a straight bow and a silver finish to reflect the water and blend with the liquid element. Similarly, the superstructure and its three levels of decks will be fitted with reflective glass "wings" of sorts, adorned with reflections of sky and clouds. The interior mesh structure will allow light to seep through to all levels while offering a breathtaking view of the exterior. The frame of the structure, printed in 3D, becomes visible through the reflective glass under certain angles and lighting conditions.
A "tree of life" on four bridges
Inside, the multi-level "Tree of Life" is the masterpiece of futuristic design. The core of the hydroponic garden, its base emerges from a reflecting pool on the lower deck and is surrounded by the meditative Zen garden. The tree stretches across the four levels of Pegasus, accompanied by a spiral staircase, which should be sculptural. This garden should provide fresh food and purify the air on board.
A hybrid solar electric-hydrogen yacht
In addition to the futuristic and minimalist design, the designer opted for a hybrid solar electric-hydrogen propulsion for a zero emission navigation. The glass of the superstructure will incorporate transparent solar panels to power electrolyzers extracting hydrogen from seawater. Fuel cells will convert the hydrogen into electricity, stored in Li-on batteries, to power the pods and all onboard and operating systems.
Nature and openness to the outside world
The minimalist design will combine nature and greenery on the inside with unobstructed views on the outside. The upper deck will be dedicated exclusively to the owner, with a forward-facing master suite with a large private deck. The large foredeck features a pool with transparent walls, which will be visible through tilting openings in the hull, transforming into a balcony. When closed, the pool will serve as a helipad.
At the back, the beach club, with its huge spa and tilting bulwarks, is transformed into a solarium closed by sliding glass panels on the ceiling and along the rear bulkhead.
