The Wave 50 is a revolutionary 50-foot catamaran that stands out with its innovative design, which feels much larger than its dimensions suggest. It made its debut at the 2021 Cannes Yachting Festival, and despite its unconventional exterior, it offers a surprisingly spacious and luxurious interior, akin to a 60-foot or larger yacht.
Exterior Design
The Wave 50’s exterior design is distinctive, featuring wave-like curves throughout the superstructure. The hydraulic swim platform at the aft serves as a multifunctional area, transforming into a beach club or tender storage, with foldable sides that provide additional support for a dinghy. The flybridge, equipped with a retractable soft top, offers great visibility and ease of sail handling, making it perfect for short-handed sailing. The flybridge also doubles as an outdoor entertainment area with a projector for movie nights.
Interior
Upon entering the salon, the Wave 50 impresses with its spaciousness and natural light, which makes it feel more like a 60-foot yacht. The salon features a large L-shaped sofa, a kitchen island with a single and rinsing basin, a full-sized refrigerator, and a wine cooler. The interior decor is elegant, providing a luxurious and comfortable atmosphere with plenty of seating. A television is recessed behind the bar, adding to the entertainment features.
Cabins
The Wave 50 has four guest staterooms, though the cabins are more modest in size compared to the salon. The starboard aft cabin serves as the crew cabin. Each stateroom features a queen-sized bed with vertical windows providing natural light. The en-suite heads include separate shower stalls, single-basin sinks, and Tecma freshwater toilets. The cabins on the port side are slightly larger, with the aft port cabin having a king-sized bed and generous storage space.
Forward Cockpit
One of the standout features of the Wave 50 is the forward cockpit, which is protected by a hard top, offering a shaded area with an L-shaped seating arrangement. The forward cockpit also includes trampolines for lounging and a wet bar with a sink, refrigerator, and ice maker, making it a perfect space for socializing and relaxing. This cockpit design is considered one of the best among catamarans of its size.
Conclusion
The Wave 50 is an unconventional yet highly innovative catamaran that offers the comfort, space, and amenities of a much larger yacht. With its unique design, luxurious interior, and versatile outdoor areas, it stands out as one of the most impressive and forward-thinking catamarans at the Cannes Yachting Festival. Ideal for those seeking a yacht that combines functionality with modern design.
