Under the title „Metamorphosis“ the latest Dominator yacht was presented to the press on June 29 and to VIP clients on July 1, 2023 in a private and exclusive ceremony held in the beautiful One & Only Resort in Portonovi Marina Montenegro.
The Dominator Midi Ilumen M35 is like a Metamorphosis – a complete change and transformation of size and structure from the larger Ilumen series into an innovative day boat series that turns head at sea and in any marina.
M/Y Safespace provides the feeling of coming home while being on an adventure, of opulent indulgence while living an active, fast lifestyle, bold self-expression and elegant understatement at the same time.
Whether in a lonely bay to ponder about business strategies or together with the family, the Dominator Midi M35 is the perfect size to stand out in marinas. Aesthetics, bold, aggressive and sexy from far distance; refined, elegant and sophisticated from near.
As luxury yacht tender to mega yachts or stand-alone performance yacht with the sexy DNA of every Dominator Ilumen, the Midi Ilumen concept was featured already among Robb Report ‘s 20 most spectacular luxury gifts. Now coming to life, she is a perfect combination of advanced technical features and a distinguished, extraordinary exterior with fully customized interior design. M/Y SAFESPACE has the mega-yacht features every yacht owner wishes for but in a convenient format.
The Dominator Ilumen M35 is a revolutionary yacht in every aspects and very different boat from anything currently offered on the market of its size thanks to the technical features and modern design methods used.
Exterior Design
Its exterior design is characterized by dynamic lines and a careful balance between round and edges with unique details such as the recess for the bow cleats, the skylight on the foredeck and the custom-made stainless-steel engine air vents.
The Dominator Yachts exterior design team paid great attention to repurposing distinctive elements of the large Ilumen in this smaller model such as:
– The masculine A-pillars that supports the reverse windshield and the full carbon hard top
– The full beam hull window
– The distinctive Dominator rollbar
– The glazing bulwarks
– The moonroof for star-gazing
At the stern there are two large sun pads, and through a central passage, you can access the comfortable and safety cockpit where the dinette and helm station are located. The cockpit is also equipped with the following amenities usually common for bigger size yachts: a BBQ, an icemaker, two fridges, various cup holders, storage compartments and innovative wireless chargers integrated in the teak. Adjustable teak tables can be installed for a full outdoor dining experience of 8 people.
The foredeck, which can be accessed through a comfortable 3-steps-stair from the cockpit, is designed to be sleek, minimalistic and free of unnecessary elements, resembling a sports car. However, as everything at Dominator Yachts, it can be equipped and customized with sun pads.
Interior Design
The interior shapes are carefully crafted, and high-quality materials are utilized to create a mega yacht feeling on a 35-foot day boat. Being an “Ilumen,” natural light is abundant thanks to the large hull windows and the spacious skylight above, both equipped with blinds.
Below deck, there is a wide open space, which creates a highly luxury and relaxing ambience that can also serve as an office. Towards the bow a C-shaped sofa with an electric up and down table can be converted into a bed. On portside, there is a compact galley equipped with a sink, fridge, coffee machine and storage facilities, which are all concealed in a smart way.
On the starboard side, the Midi M35 features a bathroom, separated from the cabin by a smart glass bulkhead that can convert from transparent to an opaque translucent state for privacy.
A lot of consideration went into the selection of fine woods used to dress this yacht, with tonalities of dark and light grey oak together with the finest Nubuck. The floor features an ash grey parquet, while bulkheads and ceilings are covered in neutral-toned Alcantara with dark grey leather details featuring Hibiscus-coloured stitching. The furniture is distinctively designed, featuring two different types of oak wood with one having a matte finish and the other a glossy finish. Stainless steel details are incorporated to enhance the interior’s luxury. The bathroom is adorned with lacquered surfaces and Astana Grey marble, which exhibits a unique veining pattern with hints of orange, reminiscent of the cabin’s stitching colour.
This attention to detail even extends to the stitching of the sofa and the custom colour and design of the parquet, while it pays off in the harmony of sophistication, comfort and style. The Audio visual and navigation equipment are carefully cared by yacht sense which represent the latest state of the art with the Raymarine Yachtsense automation system.
Engineering
The engineering design has followed the same rational approach used in the technical design of the big Ilumens, inspired at the techniques and methods used in the engineering of the most advanced bigger yachts. The most innovative design and the most modern processing techniques have been used to achieve the best solution in all of the technical assets, especially concerning safety and performance. The engineering design has been characterized by the study and analysis of weights, optimized with enhanced prediction methods. The outcome of this is a highly advanced structural layout, with an extensive use of sandwich, vacuum infusion technology and carbon fiber.
Also, the engine room has been fully modelled in 3D in order to reach the best position of machineries and arrange the space as rationally as possible. Fillering and painting process selected are the same used for Mega-Yachts, which ensure a long duration in the year of the brightness.
A significant use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software, associated with mathematical algorithms, has made it possible to simulate the hull behavior both in still water and in rough sea to reach optimum performances and fuel consumption. The result of this intensive work is a planing hull with excellent seakeeping performance on waves, handling capabilities and high cruising speeds in any weather conditions. Depending on the selected engines’ option available, the boat can reach maximum speeds ranging from 35kts to 48kts in an extremely safety manner, maintaining very high level of comfort even when cruising at high speed.
A great static and dynamic stability has been the focus of the hull design in order to ensure both a high level of safety and comfort on board. The hull has deeply been optimized not only for the maximum speed, but also for the cruising speeds giving the owner approximately 300NM of range making this powerboat a perfect solution for weekend trips or even longer stays and island hopping.
