Isaac Burrough Design ‘Kiwa’ Yacht Takes Power From the Sky to Give to the Ocean

Isaac Burrough’s 110-meter hybrid-powered explorer yacht concept ‘Kiwa’ reimagines sustainable seafaring.

Conceptualized by Kiwi-born, Isaac Burrough, who now works from his design studio in Amsterdam, Kiwa is a giant 110m hybrid yacht concept that is designed to be a gentle giant by being friendly to the environment it exists in.

Isaac Burrough has cleverly incorporated well over 2000 square feet of solar panels, which feed power soaked from the sun into the yacht’s electrical system, offsetting the crew’s daily power usage and hotel load.

Kiwa’s hybrid propulsion system would drive a sleek low volume to length hull through the water, which would be a double-edged sword against fuel consumption. The smart low volume to length ratio design not only maximizes energy-efficiency for today’s technology, but also compliments any future tech advancements as well, such as solar and battery developments.

Additional benefits of a hybrid propulsion system would see owners and guests being able to enjoy the Electric-Only mode to enter remote zones without pollution or to enjoy al fresco dining without any background generator noise.

Outdoor living is encouraged with expansive deck areas and 175 square meters of storage space for Kiwa’s 4 tenders and an array of toys.

A helicopter landing pad is featured at the bow, where the deck can extend on each side to satisfy certification for the larger rotor dimensions of helicopters such as an Airbus H145 (a.k.a. Eurocopter EC145).

The large main deck is versatile, with sliding doors and diverse lounge areas that create private sanctuaries in shade or sun for up to 14 guests. The elegant terracing to the swim platform is designed to evoke the feeling of a beach sloping toward the sea.

Above the swim platform, a glass-bottom pool is cantilevered off the main deck and, on the lower deck, in-built sun pads are partially covered by the blue rays emitting from the glass. The sun pads look out to an uninterrupted aft view while, upstairs, the sun deck boasts a jacuzzi with an elevated panoramic view.

But the best view on board can be found in the spa area where semi-submerged pools allow guests to enjoy scenery both above and below the water surface.

Isaac Burrough commenting on his design, remarked, “The intention for Kiwa was to design a yacht that is both modern and elegant. Her sleek silhouette combined with curvaceous surfaces give grace despite her exploration capabilities. A yacht that will look sophisticated whether cruising the Mediterranean or the Arctic.”

Motor Yacht Kiwa Specs:

• Length overall: 110m
• Beam: 15.5 meters
• Guests: 14
• Staff: 2
• Crew: 27
• Guest tenders: 2x 12m, 7m
• Crew tenders: 2x 7m
• Helicopter capability: Airbus H145

Social credit

Design and animation: @isaacburroughdesign
Still images: @kvant.1