How did you enter the world of yachting?
Laura Sessa: Almost by chance. While at university, I joined Giorgetti & Magrini, then involved in the restoration of Creole, whose interiors were entrusted to Alberto Pinto's Paris studio. That project became my gateway into yacht design. I was immediately fascinated by the balance between technical precision and creative freedom. Designing sailing yachts also taught me to make the most of every centimetre: every element must have a purpose.
How have owners' expectations evolved?
L.S.: The way yachts are used has changed. In the past, they were primarily private family retreats; today, many owners also place them on the charter market, calling for a different approach to comfort and versatility. Well-being has also become central. Luxury is no longer defined by excess, but by quality of life on board, relaxation and comfort.
How does a client's lifestyle shape your approach to a yacht interior?
L.S.: Listening is always the starting point: understanding their lifestyle, aspirations and aesthetic sensibility, while bringing my own vision and experience. I have never been drawn to "museum" interiors. CC-Summer, originally delivered as Madsummer in 2019, is particularly representative. I worked with the owner for over 20 years, which gave me a deep understanding of the family's lifestyle. On a 95-metre yacht, the aim was to create welcoming spaces balancing a relaxed, sporting spirit with understated elegance, family life with entertaining on a grand scale.
What is next for the studio?
L.S.: Among our upcoming deliveries is a 60-metre Amels yacht in 2027, alongside several significant international commissions that remain confidential. Discretion is essential to our profession and reflects the trust our clients place in us.
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