The international award recognises the interior design of Mabelle II – the third A80 – which showcases an unprecedented level of customisation for this model.
Arcadia Yachts announces that M/Y Mabelle II is a winner at the World Yachts Trophies for Best Interior Design, awarded to the A80 in recognition of the design excellence and quality of the living spaces on board this latest model in the shipyard’s range. This third A80, shown at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026, was chosen by the jury as an example of Arcadia’s ability to develop highly customised yachts, while preserving the strengths of the original design platform.
The award therefore recognises not only the design quality of the A80, but also Arcadia Yachts’ ability to interpret the concept of bespoke design in an increasingly sophisticated way. The third yacht built is the result of an intensive co-creation effort with the owners, leading to the design of exclusive interiors in terms of their layout, finishings, furniture and decorative details. The project confirms how every Arcadia yacht can become an authentic expression of the owner’s personality, without affecting the brand’s signature values of sustainability, well-being and connection with the water.
“The A80 project fully embodies our vision of contemporary yachting,” commented Ugo Pellegrino, Founder and CEO of Arcadia Yachts. “Receiving such a prestigious award is a source of great satisfaction, even more so because it recognises our ability to establish a deep and genuine dialogue with owners, turning their needs into unique settings that reflect their identity, lifestyle and desires. The third A80 shows how Arcadia can now push beyond the levels of customisation traditionally associated with larger yachts.”
“The A80 Mabelle II, the latest addition to the Arcadia Yachts range and the shipyard’s first Raised Pilot House model, marks an important step in the brand’s evolution. It was designed to deliver an exceptional quality of life on board and a cruising experience centred on comfort, openness and the quality of time spent at sea. Distinctive features include an owner’s suite on the main deck, five cabins in total, separate crew quarters forward and the largest upper deck in its segment, offering 80 square metres of usable space. The project is further enhanced by the brand’s signature solar panels, large opening windows and a design approach that maximises natural light, spatial continuity and constant dialogue with the surrounding environment,” commented the jury.
The A80 is designed to offer the spaciousness, layout and quality of life on board typically found on larger boats, the result of a wide-body configuration that translates into highly efficient use of space and seamless connection with the water. Large glazed surfaces, functional route organisation and settings designed to ensure both comfort and privacy are all part of the unique on-board experience. What makes the model even more distinctive is the possibility of a five-cabin layout – including the master suite – which is an unprecedented option on boats under 24 metres and makes the A80 a unique proposition on the market, offering significantly more accommodation than the standard in this category.
This latest success confirms the role of Arcadia Yachts as a leading innovator in the international yachting industry and strengthens the shipyard’s positioning as a benchmark for conscious, future-forward luxury that increasingly focuses on owners’ individual needs.
