Project Nazare Vaʻa Folau Faʻafolauga by Onur Kiren

Project Nazare Vaʻa Folau Faʻafolauga by Onur Kiren is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Auro in Mamanu Va'a Taele Competition Category.

AuroVa'a Taele· 2025

Project Nazare Vaʻa Folau Faʻafolauga

by Onur Kiren

Client: Onur Kiren

A' Design Award Auro Winner in Va'a Taele Category

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The Design

About Project Nazare Vaʻa Folau Faʻafolauga

O le Poloketi Nazare o se vaʻa folau faʻafolauga e 24 mita le umi, na musuia mai galu tetele o Nazare i Potukale. O le tino o le vaʻa e lanu efuefu ma faʻailogaina i ni vaega lanu moli mataʻina. O le taualuga tioata vaʻavaʻalua ma faʻamalama faʻaauau i le tino o le vaʻa e aumai ai le malamalama o le ao i totonu, ma tatala ai vaaiga lautele o le sami ma le lagi. E lima potu moe e maua ai nofoaga mo tagata asiasi e toʻasefulu. O le faletaʻavale o le vaʻa laʻitiiti i tua e mafai ona liua e avea ma kalapu matafaga e latalata i le vai. O le fausiaina i le kaponi ma le alumini e faʻatumauina ai le mama ma le tumau o le vaʻa folau, e lagolagoina ai le saoasaoa, le mautu, ma le faigofie ona faʻafoeina e se auvaa toʻalaiti.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Auro

O le A' Design Award Auro na manumalo ai Project Nazare Vaʻa Folau Faʻafolauga, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu o le tulaga muamua, matagofie ma maoaʻe. O ē manumalo i le Auro o galuega fou tele, matuā vaai i le lumanaʻi ma susulu e faaalia ai le atamai, le poto ma le tomai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Project Nazare Vaʻa Folau Faʻafolauga e avea ma mea fou e matuā vivii, e faatulaga ai uiga fou ma tetele, e tuuina mai ai se tau e leʻi iai muamua. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Auro o se galuega ofoofogia, ua faaaloalogia, e aogā tele ma tuleia atu tapulaʻa o le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi. Project Nazare Vaʻa Folau Faʻafolauga e fatuina ai lagona malosi o le manaʻo, faaosofia le tuinanau, faalauiloa le fatufatuaʻi ma faamalosia i tatou.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Project Nazare merges elegance, performance, and functionality. A panoramic glass ceiling and continuous hull windows seamlessly connect the interior with stunning sea and sky views. Thoughtfully designed guest areas offer both luxury and practicality. Her sleek hull ensures exceptional speed and stability, while the carbon-aluminum construction enhances lightness and durability. The aft tender garage converts into a versatile beach club, providing an uninterrupted connection to the ocean.
Dimensions & Packaging: Loa:23.95m, Bmax:22.90m, T:3m, Air Draft:34m, Light Displacement:45t, Engine:180hp 1800rpm, Hull Type: Monohull, Main Sail: 160m2, Furling:144m2, Stay Sail:79m2, Roller Furling Type: In Haul, Rig:Single Masted Sloop, Keel:Fixed, Cabins:5, Berth for Guests:10, Crew Cabins: 1
Tags: sailyacht, sailingyacht, project nazare, sailingyacht, yachtdesign, yachtdesigner, eco friendly
Production Technology: In this challenging design process, the project inspired by Nazare's waveforms began with hand drawn sketches and was then detailed with cad software. Rendering programs were used for realistic visuals. Carbon fiber composite materials were preferred for lightness and durability, while aerodynamic efficiency and aesthetic balance were meticulously calculated. User experience and functionality were prioritized, and performance and visual appeal were combined in harmony.
Design Challenge: I balanced engineering and aesthetics to enhance performance while crafting an elegant, dynamic exterior. Inspired by Nazare’s iconic waves, the curves not only add style but also boost hydrodynamic efficiency. The challenge was minimizing weight while preserving structural integrity. Using lightweight yet durable materials, optimizing the form, and designing every detail efficiently were key to the process.
Research: This project explored the interaction between nature and humans in the design of a sailboat, inspired by the giant waves of Nazare. The aim was to establish a balance of both aesthetics and functionality. Lightness and durability were achieved with carbon fiber composite materials. Aerodynamic analyses and user experience tests were performed.
Inspiration: Inspired by the iconic giant waves of Nazare, this 24 meter sailing yacht symbolizes both the power of nature and the human will to resist this power. The gray hull reflects the power and mystery of the Atlantic, while the bold orange accents convey the fiery determination of those who dare to challenge the sea. Every detail pays homage to the power of nature, while also reflecting the human desire to transcend boundaries. This sailing yacht represents both a struggle and a harmony.
Project Duration: The project started in Istanbul, Turkey in January 2024
Operation Flow: This 24 meter sailing yacht delivers high performance with easy handling for a small crew. Its streamlined hull reduces water resistance, enabling faster and more efficient sailing, while the optimized sail system maximizes wind power. Built with lightweight yet durable materials, it ensures both speed and stability. User friendly controls make it accessible to sailors of all levels.