Nexus Project

Nexus Project

Client

University of Genoa

Year

2024

In the near future, the traditional concept of a physical store will be surpassed, making way for increasingly immersive and innovative shopping experiences. Oakley, with its unconventional and avant-garde spirit, is the ideal brand to inaugurate this new high-fashion retail approach.

In the near future, the traditional concept of a physical store will be surpassed, making way for increasingly immersive and innovative shopping experiences. Oakley, with its unconventional and avant-garde spirit, is the ideal brand to inaugurate this new high-fashion retail approach.

Overview

Thus, a concept is born: an itinerant yacht dedicated to selling exclusive merchandise for the nautical world, capable of sailing for most of the year along a European itinerary with stops at major ports. In addition to offering a unique retail experience, the yacht plays a key role in environmental conservation by monitoring seagrass meadows throughout the Mediterranean.

Client

University of Genoa

Industry

Nautical Design

Service

Yacht Design

Naval Architecture

Product Design

Duration

4 month

The Solution

To meet these challenges, the concept of an itinerant yacht dedicated to selling exclusive nautical merchandise was born. This yacht sails along a European itinerary with stops at major ports, offering a unique retail experience while serving as a platform for environmental conservation. The yacht’s innovative design features a 3D-printed aluminum structure, modular triangular sections, and photovoltaic glass on the roof for energy generation. The yacht's metallic hull is designed to blend harmoniously with the marine environment, providing visual sustainability while promoting research and conservation of marine ecosystems, particularly Posidonia oceanica.

The Result

The result is a groundbreaking retail experience that combines luxury shopping with environmental consciousness. The yacht provides a unique, immersive experience for customers, reflecting Oakley’s distinctive aesthetics while contributing to the protection of the Mediterranean’s seagrass meadows. With its advanced technologies and mechanical solutions for energy generation, the yacht promotes 360° sustainability. Additionally, the interiors are designed to ensure the well-being of the crew during their voyages, offering a comfortable living environment with natural, relaxing colors, thereby enhancing the overall experience of both customers and crew members.

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