January 20, 2009 - Marquis Yachts, builders of premium quality yachts 42' - 72' in length, will be showcasing a new 720 Motor Yacht designed by Nuvolari-Lenard's Valentina Zannier at the 2009 Miami International Boat Show.
Valentina Zannier is a partner and lead designer with Nuvolari-Lenard Naval Architects of Venice, Italy. She developed her visionary design skills as a student of Italy's Artistic Liceum and as a graduate of the famous Architecture University of Venice. Ms. Zannier has directed the interior layout, design, and fine detailing of several recently built mega yachts developed by the Nuvolari-Lenard firm. Her yacht design expertise is evident throughout this new Marquis.
"Valentina has created a unique new design for the 720 Marquis" stated Robert VanGrunven, president of Marquis Yachts. "This Marquis demonstrates what a contemporary styled, premium quality yacht should be. Marquis' experienced craftsmen applied Valentina's vision to create this truly exceptional yacht."
"It was exciting to be able to incorporate many of the concepts I have developed for one-off mega yachts into a yacht of this size." stated Ms. Zannier. "Marquis is the only yacht builder I know that could fulfill my vision on such an expert level. I am very proud of this project."
The Marquis 720 Motor Yacht is fascinating and reflects Ms. Zannier's contemporary European design influence. Step into the yacht's spacious salon where open grained, select oak hardwood is used to create bulkheads and cabinets. This is a Marquis - so the attention to detail and craftsmanship is outstanding. The salon sole is Brazilian cherry and serves as a beautiful backdrop for the handmade Italian leather furnishings from Calia Italia. Illumination throughout the yacht is provided by a combination of fixtures designed and made by Cantalupi of Viareggio, Italy.
Oak cabinetry is carried forward throughout the yacht's spacious galley which is richly surrounded by intricately flecked and veined granite flooring and countertops. A dining table for six is situated adjacent to the galley and features an inlaid icon of the Nuvolari-Lenard marquee, a prestigious symbol recognized by experienced yachtsmen throughout the world. Below decks the opulence of the Zannier design continues throughout the yacht's four private staterooms.
The Master Stateroom is the owner's private domain. Oak cabinets, drawers and hanging lockers are not only expertly crafted and beautifully finished but also designed to be highly functional for live aboard convenience. Rubelli fabrics were imported from Venice to create the luxurious bed covers and pillows in all staterooms. Deep pile Ralph Lauren carpet is used throughout the lower deck.
The Master Bath with marble floor and counter tops is a showcase for yacht finish quality. The spacious stall shower is surrounded by an artistic pattern of ceramic and dark Emperador marble tiles from Spain. Additional details include hand sewn leather appointments on the king sized bed pedestal and stainless steel inserts on the cabinet surrounds.
The Marquis 720 Motor Yacht designed by Valentina Zannier will be on display during the Miami International Boat Show at the Marquis Yachts in-water exhibit located on the 4900 block of Collins Avenue. To schedule a personal tour of the yacht contact Dick Nocenti at Marquis Yacht USA Headquarters 920-822-7275 dnocenti@marquisyachts.com. High resolution photographs of this yacht are available.
About Marquis Yachts, LLC - Marquis Yachts, LLC is a premier builder of world class yachts marketed under the Carver Yachts and Marquis Yachts brands. Founded in 1954, the company builds its products within a vertically integrated, state-of-the-art yacht building facility that is regarded as the most efficient and comprehensive within the industry. With sales offices in Pulaski, WI and Monte Carlo, the company's products are sold and serviced through a worldwide network of certified yacht dealers. For more information visit www.marquisyachts.com and www.nuvolari-lenard.com.