M/Y Asani is the new jewel of the Benetti B.Now 50M family
Combining modernity, functionality and creativity, the dynamic design of Benetti B.Now 50M offers a calming and convivial approach to life onboard enriched by respectable art collection, while Benetti’s signature Oasis Deck® creates a sanctuary by the sea.
New chapter in Benetti’s B.Now 50M series
Benetti gave the new meaning to the word Oasis by creating the most successful series of yachts of today. After world boom of 40– and 34-meters composite yachts whose success exceeded the biggest optimists, Benetti presented B.Now 50M, a series of steel and aluminium yachts from 50 meter in length with recognizable stern, officially called the Oasis Deck®, thus transforming the popularity of smaller siblings to the world of mega-yachts.
The succeeding models were also pencilled by the British RWD design studio, giving them a recognizable legacy.
On board M/Y Asani
I was lucky enough to see the first of the series, a yacht called Iryna (which we were also able to see in Croatia sometimes later), at her presentation during Monaco Yacht Show 2022.
The yacht Alunya was presented the following year and since then, the number of sold items of the 50-meter series has skyrocketed so we are extremely pleased to present the latest of the series in our magazine, the magnificent M/Y Asani. She was recognised by RINA for excellence in yacht design at the Monaco Yacht Show 2024.
It is interesting to mention that thanks to their advanced construction technologies, for the yachts in this family Benetti guarantee deliveries around 30 percent faster than the industry standard.
It is also particularly important to mention that this model features more exterior than interior guest space and Asani is a perfect example of such a philosophy of living at sea.
Personalized Elegance
Every detail on board – from beautiful design statements to thoughtful finishing touches – has been personalised to reflect the owner’s vision for an inviting, homely and zen-like ambiance that breaks boundaries between the indoors and outdoors.
Her sophisticated and elegant design incorporates custom features integrated into the model’s original layout, such as the private terrace with an outdoor shower and the stern platform with wings that open out for extra space and a pool.
Interior design: Art and sophistication
The interiors flow seamlessly from the exteriors and are adorned with opulent materials, bespoke furnishings and unique art chosen personally by M/Y Asani’s owner.
While exterior styling is by RWD the interiors are done by Benetti in collaboration with Bergman Design House, who alongside the owner and UK based LASS Studio selected the suppliers and materials and curated the artwork, styling and finishes.
M/Y Asani’s interiors showcase and celebrate the work of both renowned artists and rising stars, numerous pieces of art were commissioned to reflect the themes of nature and the ocean, while bespoke furnishings and accessories were sourced that are pieces of art themselves. Yacht is also the first unit in the Benetti B.Now 50M line to feature a revisiting of the Main Salon with generous spaces for entertaining guests.
For the interiors, M/Y Asani’s owner asked for a sophisticated neutral base, designed by Benetti in-house interior designer Mauro Izzo, and chose LASS Studio to refine the spaces.
To help curate exceptional collection of objects, artworks and furniture, LASS Studio enlisted the expertise of the award-winning team at Bergman Design House.
Asani’s key features by deck
Adorning M/Y Asani’s decks are artists like Ula Saniawa of Unit 89, Roi James and Sougwen Chung, as well as a striking Jallu Ebénistes games table by Nusom and Mattia Bonetti coffee table by David Gill Gallery.
Exquisite main deck
The Main Deck salon acts as a seamless continuation of the Oasis Deck®, featuring surfaces and furnishings in natural oak and dark wenge-effect detailing and accessories with organic forms and textural details, such as a bespoke rug emulating the movements of ocean waves.
Chosen by the owner, the striking Elmgreen & Dragset artwork provides a calming focal point, depicting skies in various shades of blue with different cloud formations. Guests are welcomed with a large sofa on the port side, custom designed by Benetti with a razor-sharp focus on detail and craftsmanship.
The central area features a dining area with a table for up to 12 guests. Further forward on the Main Deck, on the port side, is the galley, from which the crew access their quarters in the forward section of the Lower Deck, using a separate route with a private stairway to reach the upper decks.
Comfort and luxury on the lower deck
There are six cabins for ten crew members. On the starboard side, preceded by a day head, the full-beam master suite is complete with a dressing area, a generous private bathroom finished in Calacatta marble, and a balcony with an outdoor shower. Here, the delicate elements of the custom Ula Saniawa of Unit 89 installation travel across the headboard in a layered and complex swirl.
Representing the arbitrary journey of nature through the movement and flow of the sea and sand, the piece brings nature in and pervades tranquillity throughout the master suite. As an embodiment of Asani’s essence, this piece was a source of inspiration for many of the finishing touches on board. The four guest cabins on the Lower Deck each have their own private bathrooms.
Upper Deck: Sociable Spaces and Captain’s Area
A light-filled stairway leads to the Upper Deck, where the captain’s area is in the bow, with a large wheelhouse and the captain’s cabin. Opposite is a fifth multi-use cabin.
Moving aft, a sky lounge featuring a bar, games table and corner sofa is the ideal setting for sociable evenings on board. On the exterior, each deck features beautiful bespoke furniture crafted by Interdecor Design and an outdoor bar to cater for guests at any time of day.
Conviviality is the focus of this 50-metre megayacht’s design and is best exemplified by the Oasis Deck®: featuring fold-out wings to extend the width of the deck, an infinity pool, and a 270-degree view, acting as the heart of outdoor life on board.
Steps lead up to the raised section of the beach area, which features a bar and an inviting and comfortable relaxation space close to the water with sofas, armchairs and a coffee table.
Forward on the Main Deck, the large garage is easy to access through a double hydraulic hatch on the starboard side and can accommodate two jet-skis, water toys, a 6.25-metre tender and a rescue tender.
Sun Deck versatility
On the Upper Deck, guests can relax and socialise on the comfortable sofa aft or dine at the large and well sheltered bespoke outdoor dining table. Forward, a made-to-measure double sofa and a spacious sunpad offer more opportunities for open-air relaxation.
Sun Deck has a huge relaxation area aft featuring L-shaped sofas both port and starboard with multi-functional coffee tables that raise and extend into dining tables, creating an incredibly versatile space. Forward is a Jacuzzi with panoramic views of the horizon.
Performance and range
M/Y Asani has two 1,400 hp MAN V12 engines delivering a top speed of 15 knots. Thanks to a hull designed in collaboration with P.L.A.N.A. Design and Azimut Benetti Group’s Research & Development Department, the yacht has a guaranteed range of 4,500 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 10 knots, making it ideal for long cruises in total comfort.
Two 118 kW Kohler generators and CMC Marine electric stabilizers ensure smooth and silent navigation in all conditions.
Text Darko Šupuk
Photos BlueIprod, Vigo Jansons/Bergman Design House
