New images of the 37.1-metre Numarine 37XP motor yacht Oculus have been unveiled, providing a closer look at her interiors, following her world debut at the Monaco Yacht Show earlier this year.

As the latest Numarine 37XP yacht to come out of the Turkish shipyard, Oculus features exterior design by Can Yalman, highly customised interiors conceived by Hot Lab and naval architecture crafted by Umberto Tagliavini – Marine Design & Services.

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Oculus, which is the fourth Numarine 37XP yacht to showcase a Hot Lab design, is characterised by her robust, masculine interior design, along with her angular exterior profile, adorned with trawler windows and a towering bow. A compact explorer yacht, Oculus is developed to withstand lengthy voyages on the high seas.

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“The sharp, angular, and robust nature of this explorer perfectly matched the owner’s stylistic requirements,” commented Antonio Romano, commercial director of the Viken Group and co-founder of Hot Lab. “In this instance, not only was it unnecessary to force continuity between exteriors and interiors, but it happened almost naturally without external prompts.”

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“The work was also greatly facilitated by the fact that this was the fourth unit in the same series of yachts, so we are very familiar with its design, its spaces, and its strengths. In general, experience makes everything simpler,” added Enrico Lumini, co-founder and design director of Hot Lab.

Photo: Kerem Sanliman

Photo: Kerem Sanliman

Much of Oculus’s main deck is occupied by a spacious, open-plan saloon containing a dining area, lounging area, and bar, which are all flanked by floor-to-ceiling glass windows. “Over 20 years designing interiors for some of the world’s most iconic yachts, we have built up a clear understanding of yacht spaces, and it comes naturally to envision how a space can be enhanced,” Lumini further explained.

Photo: Kerem Sanliman

Photo: Kerem Sanliman

At a volume of 362 GT, Oculus is capable of hosting up to 12 guests across six staterooms, which include an extensive master suite located forward on the main deck, equipped with an acrylic feature wall displaying jellyfish. Remaining guests are accommodated on the deck below, while a large upper deck lounge and flybridge above serve as convivial social settings.

In terms of her decor, Oculus exhibits pale upholstery that is juxtaposed with grey and black cushions, alongside dark stained oak flooring and gleaming white deckheads. Furthermore, Numarine’s signature ebony slats are coupled with white marble that is shot with squid ink black and deep woollen carpets showcase swirling, organic patterns.

Stone is also a central focus onboard Oculus, particularly behind her bar, positioned on the forward section of her upper saloon. Here, three large backlit panels of cream, gold and black onyx exude the essence of a nightclub, which is further augmented by the presence of stitched leather barstools and the metallic mesh of the bar. By contrast, the bar located in the saloon below is composed of a lighter, primarily white colour scheme.

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As Lumini explained, “The owner requested something contemporary and quite masculine, with bold colours and contrasts. The design had to be timeless, recognisable, but not tied to fleeting trends. That’s why we immediately opted for the most classic contrast – black and white – playing with smoked mirrors, wood panelling, and significant glossy surfaces to create reflections and shadow effects.”

Photo: Kerem Sanliman

Photo: Kerem Sanliman

In addition, stone materials feature strongly throughout the his-and-hers bathroom in the owner’s suite, where a silvery marble can be found underfoot and around the basins, while a dark stone wall encompasses the shower’s jellyfish pattern. Moreover, the bathroom benefits from plenty of glass, allowing natural light from the hull windows to illuminate the space.

“The 37XP embodies a bold spirit of exploration, and with Hot Lab’s exceptional interior design, it transforms every journey into a seamless blend of elegance and purpose,” concluded Ömer Malaz, Chairman of Numarine. “Together, we’ve created a yacht that respects its adventurous essence while offering unparalleled comfort.”