Goldfinger Acalli Yectli (Yacht) by Paolo Demel

Goldfinger Acalli Yectli (Yacht) by Paolo Demel is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl in Hueyacalli ihuan Atl Acalchihualiztli Tlachihchihualiztli Competition Category.

IztacteocuitlatlHueyacalli· 2026

Goldfinger Acalli Yectli (Yacht)

by Paolo Demel

Client: Paolo Demel

Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl Winner in Hueyacalli Category

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The Design

About Goldfinger Acalli Yectli (Yacht)

Goldfinger ce hueyi acalli tlanemililli in quipia 65 metros ic huehueyac, ica ce tlaquentli panoayan tlacpac in tlachihualli iuhqui tlacuicuitl, amo huecapan. Ce tezcatl in ahmo tlami motlalia inahuac in acalli ipan mochi ihueyaca. Inin tezcatl quicalaquia in tonalmeyotl itech in hueyi calitic ihuan quitemaca hueyi tlachializtli itech in hueyi atl. In acalli itzintlan mochihua ica tepoztli tlazalolli ipan huehueyi tlatzacualli, auh in yeyi tlacpac tlapechtli mochihua ica aluminio inic ahmo cenca yetic yez in tlacpac ihuan inic melahuac moquetzaz ipan atl. In huehueyi tezcacoyoctin quimpiya cualli tepozquetzalli in quichihua in tepozacalli chicahuac ihuan ahmo calaqui atl. Nahui tlapechtli quipiya nechicoloyan, ichtaca cochihuayan ihuan tlapanahuia quiyahuac yeloayan.

The Recognition

About the Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl

Goldfinger Acalli Yectli (Yacht) ca in quicuic in Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl, hueyi tlamahuizoliztli tlen momaca in huel yectli, tlanextic ihuan mahuiztic tlachihualli. In quicuicah Iztacteocuitlatl ca cenca cualli ihuan cenca yancuic tlachihualli in quinextia in tlamatiliztli, toltecayotl ihuan ixtlamatiliztli intlachihuanime. Ca quinequi in Goldfinger Acalli Yectli (Yacht) ca cenca cualli, cenca motequiuhtia ihuan yancuic. Ni dizayno in quicuic Iztacteocuitlatl quihuelitia in toltecayotl, tlamatiliztli, dizayno ihuan teknolohia. Goldfinger Acalli Yectli (Yacht) quiyolchicahua in tlacah, quipaquiltia ihuan quitlamahuiztiltia.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Goldfinger is a contemporary superyacht concept defined by a low, sculpted profile and a continuous ribbon of glazing that floods interiors with natural light while preserving privacy. Efficient hull lines and integrated terraces enhance seakeeping and outdoor living, delivering a discreet yet powerful presence underway and at anchor.
Dimensions & Packaging: Name: Goldfinger. Type: 65 m mega yacht. Length overall: 65 m, beam: 11,500 m. Construction: steel hull; aluminium upper third deck. Decks: lower deck, main deck, upper deck and open sun deck. Key feature: extensive full length side glazing for high daylight and panoramic sea views.
Tags: 65m megayacht, Goldfinger, panoramic windows, steel hull, aluminium superstructure, contemporary exterior design, lightweight topside, indoor outdoor connection, naval architecture, yacht concept design
Production Technology: Steel hull fabricated in welded blocks sections, aligned on the building berth and fully seam welded. The upper third deck is aluminium to reduce topside weight and improve stability. After structural completion, all piping systems like fuel, fresh, grey, black water, tanks, hvac and electrical cableways are routed and fixed in place. Final phase: insulation and full interior outfit like bulkheads, ceilings, floors, furniture and finishes.
Design Challenge: The hardest challenge was integrating the full length side glazing while keeping structural stiffness, safety and buildability. large openings in a steel hull require careful framing, watertight detailing and compliance with class fire rules, while the aluminium upper deck had to minimize topside weight without compromising strength. The design balanced aesthetics, stability and production feasibility.
Research: Type of research: applied design research. Research objectives: define a 65 m concept with strong sea connection and balanced topside weight. Methodology: iterative exterior space studies and feasibility checks. Data collection and research tools used: reference benchmarking, 3D cad, naval architecture inputs. Results: full length glazing and lightweight upper deck strategy. Insights and Impacts: brighter interiors, stronger indoor outdoor experience. Effect: improved user comfort and perceived space.
Inspiration: Goldfinger takes its name from the iconic Sean Connery 007 film. Drawing on my experience as a mega yacht design supervisor, I develop new concepts where expansive sea facing glazing creates a direct, continuous connection with the horizon. The sculpted, low silhouette and long ribbon windows maximize daylight, enhance views, and balance privacy with a bold, contemporary presence.
Project Duration: The project was developed as a concept from February 2025 to January 2026 in Venice, Italy.
Operation Flow: Goldfinger is operated by a professional crew from the bridge; guests simply move through the yacht’s decks and outdoor areas. The large side windows bring daylight and sea views into the main interior spaces, making inside and outside feel connected. Daily flow is intuitive: arrival, social areas on main deck, private cabins on lower deck, relaxation on upper and sun deck.
Image Credits: Image #1 : Paolo Demel (designer), Image #2 : Paolo Demel (designer), Image #3 : Paolo Demel (designer), Image #4 : Paolo Demel (designer), Image #5 : Paolo Demel (designer)