To get from the cockpit to the interior saloon, Seawind has opted for an interesting solution. The separation door consists of three parts. In the closed position, the two outer sections of the door open in the conventional way, but if you want to open the whole, the three panels fold in on themselves and a winch-operated mechanism raises the whole assembly to the ceiling. A great idea for saving space on board.
The shipyard designed this catamaran for use by a couple, with or without children. This is reflected in the interior layout. Indeed, despite being under 40 feet, this catamaran feels surprisingly spacious.
An ideal boat for a couple
The main saloon features a U-shaped seating area complemented by an ottoman, with capacity for seven or eight people around the table. For classic two-to four-person use, this is more than enough. This table is also modular and can be lowered to create an extra berth, bringing the sleeping capacity to 8. The port seat also serves as a bench for the chart table, again a good use of space. The chart table is a good size, with storage underneath and room for a full range of electronic instruments. The interior of the 1170 is characterized by clever volume management. To top it all off, the interior benefits from generous natural light and numerous opening bay windows - like the portholes - contribute to efficient ventilation.
As for the sleeping area, the port hull houses the Owner's suite with a double bed, and a beautiful forward area with plenty of storage space. The allway also abounds in storage space, and it is where you can find the power supply system. At the rear, the Owner can enjoy a very large head with a separate XXL shower. This shower even incorporates a bench, which can be useful in rough sea conditions. Finally, a door in the shower gives access to the engine for maintenance.
A galley just like home
The starboard hull takes advantage of the absence of a chart table to accommodate a real galley with two countertops, lots of cabinets and all the necessary appliances. The portholes are especially noteworthy, offering a view of the sea when cooking, even down below the hull. The galley is followed at the bow by a cabin with a double berth, head and plenty of storage spaces. Finally, on the aft side of this starboard hull, you can find the third cabin, intended more for a child or for storage, but still including a double berth. Access to the starboard engine is also located under this berth.
A rather impressive layout for a unit of this size, since every nook and cranny has been exploited. Headroom is almost always over 6 feet, and you'll never feel cramped on board - the white walls, clear woodwork and numerous picture windows all contribute to this. The building quality and the finish are also outstanding.
