Sculptural architecture, expansive outdoor spaces and a strong connection with the sea define the latest concept from Abbasli Design Studio.
Abbasli Design Studio has unveiled Mava, a 70-metre motor yacht concept conceived around a balance of bold exterior architecture, generous living spaces and a close relationship with the water.
Designed entirely in-house, Mava presents a strong, contemporary profile dominated by predominantly white surfaces and extensive areas of dark glazing. One of the concept’s defining architectural elements is a sweeping arched structure running through the superstructure, creating a visual connection between the yacht’s different levels.
The result is a profile that aims to feel substantial without appearing excessively heavy.
The sea at the centre
At the aft end, the design becomes considerably more open.
Mava’s expansive stern is conceived as a multi-level beach club and primary social and wellness area, placing direct access to the water at the heart of the yacht’s outdoor experience.
Beyond the bathing platform, the beach-club arrangement incorporates a sauna, massage room and gym, creating a space intended not only for entering the sea but also for relaxation and wellbeing.
According to Ujal Abbasli, founder of Abbasli Design, the connection with the water was one of the central considerations behind the project.
“With Mava, we wanted to create a 70-metre yacht that feels substantial without becoming visually heavy.”
He adds that the aft decks and beach club were particularly important in achieving a more open and informal atmosphere.
Light, curves and understated interiors
Inside, Abbasli Design continues the yacht’s contemporary approach with a relatively restrained material palette and extensive use of natural light.
Floor-to-ceiling glazing brings the surrounding seascape deep into the interior, while curved furniture and flowing ceiling geometries soften the architecture and create continuity between the different spaces.
The interior concept is designed to accommodate up to 12 guests, supported by accommodation for 14 crew members.
Rather than relying on excessive decorative elements, the design focuses on proportion, light and the relationship between the interior spaces and the exterior environment.
Performance
Mava is currently presented as a concept yacht, with performance figures therefore remaining estimates.
Abbasli Design indicates an estimated maximum speed of approximately 16–17 knots, with an estimated cruising speed of around 13–14 knots.
The figures underline the project’s positioning as a large motor yacht designed around comfortable cruising and extended time on the water rather than outright high-speed performance.
A yacht shaped around the water
With Mava, Abbasli Design Studio is proposing a 70-metre yacht in which architecture and outdoor living are closely connected.
The dark glazing, sweeping architectural arch and clean white surfaces establish a distinctive exterior identity, while the aft beach club provides the concept’s strongest connection with the sea.
Inside, the emphasis moves towards natural light, flowing forms and uninterrupted views.
For a yacht of this scale, the challenge is often to create spaces that feel generous without becoming disconnected from the environment.
Mava approaches that challenge by bringing the sea into the centre of the design — particularly at the stern, where the yacht opens up towards the water.
