Project: Princess 55

Princess present the project for a 55, new addition for in its popular and long standing flybridge line, planned to launch in mid Summer 2017 with official presentation following in September at the Southampton boat show. The design ethos of the Princess Flybridge range flows seamlessly on the exterior of the 55 with contrasting textures and materials incorporated throughout with smart paneling, direction ally laid teak veneers, inlaid polished stainless steel and contemporary paint finishes.  The sociable flybridge includes a U-shaped aft seating area with folding teak dining table, a wet-bar with optional electric barbecue and twin helm seats are accompanied by L-shaped companion seating that converts to a sun-pad. The main deck features a spacious dining area in the cockpit and an aft galley which perfectly lends itself to dining al-fresco. When the sun has set, move into the saloon with its U-shaped sofa and hand-made coffee table that converts into a dining table, with sofa opposite or catch some TV on the screen that raises up from the sideboard. Twin helm seats have been re-imagined with fore and aft adjustment for helmsman. Fantastic open space to relax can be found forward with the seating area and generous sun-pad. Elegant shaped surfaces and precision layered geometry define the interior to form a truly tranquil environment with meticulous attention to detail. The emphasis on comfort and expansive living areas is visible throughout the deck saloon which features the new internal console area incorporating clean, streamline surfaces and finishes. The contemporary sofas, beautifully crafted furniture and floating side board is highlighted with subtle accent lighting and finishes in soft suede, tinted mirror, hand stitched detailing and Japanese wallpapers to create perfect harmony. Below, expansive hull windows create a sense of constant forward motion while generously flooding the interior with light. Lower accommodation consists of a master stateroom at midships with dressing table, breakfast area and ensuite bathroom, a forward double guest cabin and a starboard twin cabin with the option of a double bed conversion. There is also an optional single aft cabin with ensuite and storage, ideal for crew. The Princess 55 will be powered by twin Volvo 800hp or optional Man 800hp, with this latest set up allowing for maximum speeds up to 33 knots.

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