Viareggio, March 20, 2025 — The launch of the Codecasa Classic 110 PLEIADES marks a significant moment in contemporary yacht design, showcasing a refined reinterpretation of classic nautical lines through the creative direction of Luca Dini. Built by the renowned Codecasa shipyard in Viareggio, the 34-meter motor yacht balances traditional craftsmanship and modern design principles. This duality defines Dini’s approach and positions PLEIADES as a notable addition to the shipyard’s Classic line.
With a profile inspired by iconic past yachts, PLEIADES distinguishes itself through minimalist lines and a focus on authentic materials. The extensive use of glossy mahogany is at the forefront of its design, which covers the superstructures and creates a continuous visual flow across the yacht’s exterior. This choice of wood, both in texture and tone, forms the yacht’s identity, blending Italian maritime heritage with a contemporary edge.
Luca Dini, whose Florence-based studio has long been at the intersection of tradition and innovation, emphasized the symbolic role of mahogany in the project. “The mahogany is more than an aesthetic decision—it reflects the essence of craftsmanship,” Dini said. “Our goal was to create a vessel that acknowledges its roots while presenting a restrained, essential design language that aligns with today’s expectations.”
The deck layout supports this vision, integrating functionality with elegance. Wide walkways, clean lines, and open sea views are complemented by subtle design elements, such as hand-finished wood trims and stainless steel fittings, that avoid excess while reinforcing the yacht’s bespoke character. The simplicity of form is matched by technical precision, ensuring smooth integration of onboard systems without compromising visual harmony.
Inside, PLEIADES continues the same philosophy. The interior spaces are organized around livability and comfort, emphasizing understated luxury. The design team prioritized natural light, utilizing large windows and reflective surfaces to enhance spatial perception. A warm palette, dominated by natural wood tones and soft textiles, sets a welcoming atmosphere. The furnishings, intentionally essential in form, support a cohesive narrative that places craftsmanship at the center.
Accommodation is arranged to serve both privacy and social interaction. Cabins are designed to offer seclusion, while common areas such as the salon and dining room encourage relaxed gatherings. Every detail, from cabinetry to lighting, has been carefully selected to reinforce a sense of timelessness without leaning on overt ornamentation.
PLEIADES represents a further development of Codecasa’s Classic series, known for yachts that prioritize elegant lines and strong build quality. The 110 series, and this vessel in particular, reflect the shipyard’s focus on continuity in design values, paired with an openness to reinterpretation. In this model, functionality, aesthetic discipline, and marine performance converge in a deliberate and calculated form.
Codecasa’s decision to entrust Luca Dini with this project underscores the designer’s established role within the luxury yacht sector. Since founding LUCA DINI Design & Architecture in 1996, Dini has built a diverse portfolio spanning yacht design, architecture, and urban planning. With a team of over 90 professionals, his studio remains a key player in the maritime and architectural sectors, consistently focusing on custom solutions and material innovation.
Among the studio’s recent projects beyond the yachting world are large-scale initiatives such as the design of Sindalah Island for the NEOM development in Saudi Arabia and the redevelopment of key marina spaces in Dubai. These ventures reflect the studio’s broader commitment to creating spaces—on land and sea—that combine functionality with aesthetic clarity.
Back on the water, PLEIADES positions itself as a model that doesn’t rely on nostalgia but respects the past through a fresh lens. The design does not seek to replicate but to reinterpret, resulting in a vessel that aligns with modern expectations while holding onto essential maritime values.
With the launch of PLEIADES, Codecasa, and Luca Dini have delivered a yacht that stands apart for its disciplined design, material integrity, and refined execution. The result is a vessel where every element serves the larger design objective—unifying heritage and modernity without conflict.
As PLEIADES enters the water, it reinforces the ongoing relevance of the Classic series and signals Codecasa’s focus on evolution within its long-established design framework. The yacht’s launch is a notable event in the calendar for both the shipyard and the broader yachting community, offering a new perspective on how classic design elements can be reimagined for contemporary use.
