M/Y CIAO Superyacht - A 52m sporty yacht
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Wittingly named the CIAO (Italian for "hello" or "goodbye"), the CRN 142 yacht is a masterpiece of contemporary design and elegance from Ferretti group-owned CRN yachts. Designed in close collaboration with Omega Architects, the all-aluminum build boasts a design so good that it won itself an accolade, as evidenced by the CRN 142's triumph as the "Best in Motor <500 GT (above 24m)" category at the 2023 ISS Design and Leadership Awards.
At 52 meters in length and 9 meters in beam, the CIAO comes with svelte exterior lines and a near-vertical bow, all of which give it a sporty and dynamic personality you might struggle to find elsewhere. Add to these the clever use of space, a stupendous interior by Massari Design, and full-height glazing across all her four decks, and you have a very impressive boat.
Albeit not the biggest in size, the CIAO's functional aft platform sets the mood for what's to come, with a pair of relaxing sunbeds, a hydraulic step into the water, and a teak-laid floor. The teak-laid flooring, consistent throughout the boat, ascends to the cockpit via pathways flanking the transom door.
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The main deck's aft cockpit is designed as a prime spot for outdoor relaxation, featuring a sizable swimming pool-sized jacuzzi, a pair of three-seater sofas, another pair of coffee chairs, and a well-equipped wet bar.
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Embodying the yacht's award-winning theme of seamless continuity, elegant sliding glass doors transition you from the cockpit into a well-appointed saloon. Contemporary in style, the space features an L-shaped sofa right in the center, an exquisite dining table for ten, and a large Flat-screen TV in the forward area.
A stroll forward leads to the master stateroom or owner's cabin. Impressively large, the cabin features an array of seating options, a spacious bed facing a large flat-screen TV, dual ensuites connected by a central shower, and an impressive walk-in closet. The external bow area of the main deck houses the boat's tenders.
Ascending to the upper deck, you find a cozy seating area and dining space sheltered under a beautiful overhang. More interesting, though, is that the deck also houses a unique cinema-style room, complete with a big screen and a comfortable seating area, perfect for entertainment. Centrally located on this deck is the crew area, with convenient access to the yacht's kitchen and pantry.
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Walking further forward through the doors, you'll find the boat's high-tech helm station equipped with six monitors, an army of navigation equipment, and a pair of leather seats. In the external bow section, the CIAO uniquely accommodates pair of jet skis, presenting a layout that sets it apart from the conventional design of most yachts.
Aft, the expansive sundeck boasts a quartet of sunbeds, each designed for ultimate relaxation. Up ahead, a dining area accommodates ten guests adjacent to a serving station with a fully equipped wet bar. Strategically positioned at the front of the sundeck is a jacuzzi, perfectly placed to maximize the views.
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Heading all the way down to the lower deck, you're greeted by four beautifully appointed guest cabins, elegantly furnished and equipped with state-of-the-art entertainment systems and thoughtfully glazed to allow an abundance of natural light.
Launched in May 2022, the award-winning CRN 142 sort of does everything, offering a unique and wonderful design, luxurious appointments, and impressive performance.