Superyacht Design Master Crafted the Skyline 14 Concept and Aimed It at the Metaverse

Folks, I’ve personally covered the works of Andy Waugh, but since the last time I checked in on his designs, things have changed. Sure, he’s still crunching out massive superyacht concepts, but there have been some different developments, too.

For example, unlike most of the other machines Waugh has designed, the Skyline 14 is more like a tender, or rather, chase boat, but with a rather neat twist, especially if you’re into NFTs and all that metaverse stuff. What do I mean?

Well, as I started to explore the Skyline 14 yacht, it came to my attention that this conceptual design belongs to a whole lineup of ships that Waugh had created to be sold as NFTs, you know, when they were a thing, which is like two years ago, so not long ago.

The idea behind the Skyline Yacht NFTs was to give folks a digital ship in which they could host parties, drape the walls with artwork and other NFTs, and even allow future owners to design their very own digital interiors, tuned to their liking. Since NFTs are seemingly a thing of the past, all we can do now is explore the Skyline 14 as nothing more than a yacht concept.

Overall, we’re looking at a 14 m (46 ft) dream that’s been built not to house you and your guests overnight but rather to explore hidden coves and uncharted territory or simply aid your already existing superyacht. It can also double as a little floating private lounge, letting you choose who you hang out with, like picking players in PE.

Now, a whole lot about the layout or interior of the 14 doesn’t exist, so all we have are these renderings and a bit of information from Waugh. So, without further ado, allow me to point out that this vessel’s exterior, and all others from the Skyline lineup, are crafted using “knot design” derived from the art of knot tying.

This has led to an exterior that’s meant to reflect strength, dynamics, and something about “tension,” whatever that last one is about. In my opinion, I don’t care much about the whole knotwork story, but there’s no denying that the exterior of this beauty is just that, beautiful.

As I looked at the 14, in both of its variations, Dusk and Dawn, I was reminded of a seagull’s head, perfectly adapted to the seas and clearly flight. While the 14s won’t be spreading any wings and taking flight, with all cylinders firing, Waugh displays these babies lifting off the water, leaning back on their stern.

Each hull is crafted using long flowing lines that split right behind the bow to create two distinct sections. Best of all, we can see large slabs of blackened glass running along the side of the 14, leading me to believe that it has some nighttime functionality, too. Heck, the Dusk even encloses part of the cab for a bit more privacy.

While we don’t have any images of an interior, there are plenty to give us more than a clear idea of the sort of outdoor life we can lead with a Skyline 14, assuming one ever makes it into a real deal. That’s just it; if we consider that Waugh has worked on a total of 10 real projects over the course of his career, seeing an actual Skyline 14 is a very real possibility.

As for the outdoor activities the 14 can be used for, we have to start at the bow of the boat. Here, a large walk-around not only lets you feel like Rose during that iconic scene from Titanic, but right in front of the wheelhouse, a sunbed sits in wait for you and your sun-loving guests.

More lounging can also be had in the center of the yacht. Here, a large round lounge seems to be able to accommodate up to eight guests, each with a mimosa or a glass of bubbly in hand. Beyond that, and toward the stern, another large sunbed lies in wait, suitable for around three people.

However, my favorite part of the Skyline 14 is the rear, where, as if mimicking its more massive brethren, a little beach club or boarding platform is seen. This is where you’ll find me most often, either dipping my feet in shark-infested waters or using the space to board an array of other toys. Maybe a jet ski, an e-foil, or even a wakeboard.

Now, I understand it may be hard to even understand what this ship may be like, especially since it doesn’t exist, and the whole NFT thing clearly didn’t pan out. So what can we do? Well, maybe the future will bring a real Skyline 14 to international waters, but until then, it can just be our little daydream.