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Renowned Designer Steve Leung and Sanlorenzo Asia Announce Further Partnership

11 March 2019, – Steve Leung Designers (SLD) is delighted to announce a new partnership with Sanlorenzo Asia represented by Simpson Marine. Having previously collaborated for an inspiring Asia infused project for Sanlorenzo SL106 Asia Edition in 2016, the teams are together again with a focus on the new crossover model – the SX88 – introduced by the shipyard at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2017 when the SX88 has forever changed the perspective on how life at sea is enjoyed.

SLD joins hands with the most prestigious motoryacht and superyacht builders in the world to create unique yachts for their owners. First in the SX line and currently its flagship is the SX88 representing a successful and clever combination between classic fly bridge yachts and recently expanding Explorer superyachts that Sanlorenzo introduced as first on the market with the superyacht 460EXP and 500EXP currently cruising worldwide.

In this collaboration, the designer developed two initial concepts with the main salon becoming one generous open space to emphasize the large window openings of the SX88 and forming the central social hub which transitions seamlessly to the exterior. The visually connected, yet separate, dining area facilitates both a casual and intimate dining experience during daytime and in the evening. The lower deck encompasses an impressive master suite, one VIP Suite and the option to add a twin cabin – various configurations are possible as with all Sanlorenzo Yachts.

Two tailored interior design schemes are dedicated for the SX88: the first option ‘Breeze/Zen’ featuring relaxed earthy/blue/emerald green shades to create a sense of immediate serenity. This is enhanced by the selection of deep, comfortable furniture with textured fabrics; the second option ‘Vermilion’ is designed for more daring owners which draws inspiration from circular, stronger shapes and colours, featuring reds and oranges complemented by soothing creams and beiges. For both options only bespoke and the most precious materials have been used as finishing touches.

“Following the great success of our first collaboration with Sanlorenzo, I am elated to join forces with Sanlorenzo and Simpson Marine once again. By adopting a contemporary design style infused with the finest details in forms, lines and colours, we hope to establish another new take on the yacht design through a flawless integration of international lifestyle with local cultural features, paired with a perfect balance of aesthetics and functionality, suitable for the needs of the Asian market” explains Steve Leung, Founder of Steve Leung Design Group.

“Working with Steve is a delight and we are fortunate to have such expertise right here in Hong Kong. Steve himself is a keen boater and this is clear to see in his ability to break the mould yet at the same time design a yacht that is practical to use and hits perfectly the market in Hong Kong and the rest of Asia. A deep understanding of how clients here use their yachts and therefore the functions they require. The SX88 model is a yacht that allows your imagination to runaway incorporating a completely open main deck and the ability to have a number of layouts on the lower deck. Steve not only able to work with clients on the SX88 but also on the whole range of yachts we offer as every Sanlorenzo is a tailor-made bespoke creation”, says Nick Stratton, Sanlorenzo Asia Sales Manager.

The project will be further disclosed to media at the Singapore Yacht Show held on 11-14 April 2019. Sanlorenzo will have a number of Asia Premieres with the new SL86 and SD line flagship, the SD126. The partnership announcement coincides perfectly with the recent arrival in Hong Kong of the new SX76 yacht, presenting the SX line for the first time in Asia, before the SX88 joins the fleet in Autumn 2019. Following the latest collaboration on SX88, Steve Leung will also contribute their rich expertise to other Sanlorenzo yacht ranges, including SX, SL, SD and Superyacht collections.

Photo 1: ‘Breeze/Zen’ featuring relaxed earthy/blue/emerald green shades to create a sense of immediate serenity.

Photo 2: Dining area facilitates both a casual and intimate dining experience during daytime and in the evening.

Photo 3: ‘Vermilion’ is designed for more daring owners which draws inspiration from circular, stronger shapes and colours, featuring reds and oranges complemented by soothing creams and beiges.

Photo 4: The lower deck encompasses an impressive master suite, one VIP Suite and the option to add a twin cabin.

ABOUT STEVE LEUNG Steve Leung is a leading international architect, interior and product designer born in Hong Kong. His works reflect the projects' unique characters with his contemporary touch, taking inspirations from the Asian culture and arts. Honoured as the Winner of 19th Andrew Martin International Interior Designer of the Year Award, Steve’s projects have been credited with more than 130 design and corporate awards worldwide.

Steve is the Founder of Steve Leung Design Group Ltd. (SLD Group), which was listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (SEHK: 2262) in 2018. Headquartered in Hong Kong with four branches in , , and and with over 600 devoted designers and professionals, the Group is one of the largest interior design practices in Asia. Architectural and interior design solutions are delivered in over 100 cities worldwide, projects range from residential, hotels, restaurants and bars, offices, retails, homes for the aged, schools, medical and healthcare etc. SLD also collaborate with international brands for product design including furniture, bathrooms, kitchens, home accessories and finishing etc.

Enthusiastically engaged in the design industry, Steve is currently the President of International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers (IFI) and Board of Directors of Hong Kong Design Centre, Steve has also established “C-Foundation” in 2014 joined hands with interior designers from , Hong Kong and Taiwan, actively promoting the education and development of the design industry.

ABOUT SANLORENZO SANLORENZO shipyard has been manufacturing high quality motor yachts since 1958, representing a “boutique” in the yachting industry, building a limited number of made‐to‐measure yachts per year, all of which are designed and produced according to the requests, style and desires of each client.

Since 2005, the acquisition of the majority of shares by Mr. Massimo Perrotti, the shipyard has been experiencing extraordinary growth, improving its talent for customizing every single yacht. In over half a century, the shipyard built over 750 yachts, each one different from the other.

Today SANLORENZO‘s production is based on four ranges of products: planning composite motoryachts from 78ft to 118ft, composite semi‐displacement motor yachts from 92ft to 126ft, composite crossover fast displacement SX line from 76ft to 88ft (and growing) and superyachts in metal from 40 to over 70 meters.

ABOUT SIMPSON MARINE Simpson Marine was founded in 1984 in Hong Kong by Mike Simpson as a yacht sales and charter company focused on meeting the needs of the developing marine industry in Asia. Today the company employs over 100 professional staff and has a well-established sales and service network across Asia with 12 offices spread within: Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia,

Thailand and Indonesia. Simpson Marine represents some of world’s most prestigious yacht brands and with 35 years of experience in Asia, has developed a reputation for delivering exceptional service for prospective, current and past clients in all aspects of yacht purchase and ownership.

Simpson Marine is Asia’s leading international yacht dealership, brokerage and service company and is considered to have played a pioneering role in the development of the yachting industry in Asia. The company possess its own Superyacht Division based in Hong Kong and Charter Company in Thailand.

Press Release by W.O.W. THINGS representing SLD Group.

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