It’s a significant milestone for AD as we finished our first project for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. Here, we delve into the luxury design of Ilma following its inaugural voyage from Monte Carlo last week.
The fleet’s second newbuild superyacht features spacious suites with private ocean-view terraces, intimate communal areas encouraging connection among guests, and an expansive pool deck offering some of the most spectacular views at sea.
We led the design of the ultra-luxury 790-foot superyacht’s interior in collaboration with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and Marriott International. The yacht accommodates up to 448 guests and features 224 suites.
Named after the Maltese word for “water,” Ilma’s design subtly tells stories inspired by the shores of its flag. Elements of Maltese mythology, coastline, history, and native fauna inspire design features, colour palettes, materiality, patterns and textiles.
Its interiors incorporate a core palette of fresh, refined tones and textures juxtaposed with rich, dark features and repeated architectural details to provide elegance and balance.
The core palette is refined yet naturally inspired, using a harmonious tonal base that evokes a relaxed and residential feel.
“With an aesthetic influenced by superyacht design cues, Ilma’s defining feature is its seamless integration of spaces, fostering a profound connection to the sea,” said Chris Finch, Founder & CEO at AD Associates.
“A harmonious flow of geometry and texture between the interior and exterior creates a cohesive and tranquil atmosphere”, inviting guests to soak in the azure waters and coastlines it sails.
Ilma builds on The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s vision of reimagining luxury cruising, offering travellers more opportunities to enjoy highly tailored itineraries. The onboard experience reflects the sublime comfort and legendary service for which The Ritz-Carlton brand is renowned.
Ilma features one of the luxury cruise category’s highest guest-to-space and staff-to-guest ratios. It is also the first yacht in the collection with the ability to utilise liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a fuel source.
For more information, visit The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.