The SD132 is a habitat that responds in a refined and sensitive way to the needs of a discerning owner. This project redefines the concept of living on a boat and demonstrates the value of a design that is welcoming, timeless and adaptable
by Francesco Michienzi – photo by ®Guillaume Plisson for Sanlorenzo
I had the pleasure of trying out the Sanlorenzo SD132, which was an impressive experience that made me reflect on sailing and appreciate the high quality of this pleasure boat. Speed brings an adrenaline rush and intense emotions, but it doesn’t allow you to travel far or enjoy the journey fully. However, with a yacht that can travel over 3,000 miles on a single tank of fuel and sail slowly, it’s a very different story: the world opens up before you, and you can choose what to see. With a well-designed hull, the sea becomes less frightening and you know you will always make it back to land – although you may not want to, as the magic of slow sailing and the sea will captivate you forever. This unique experience allows you to fully appreciate details and sensations that would otherwise be fleeting.
The main deck also features a spacious saloon with large windows, complemented by a second saloon on the upper deck.
Sailing slowly enables you to live in the moment with calmness and mindfulness, providing a sense of peace and tranquillity. This is precisely what the SD132 superyacht can offer. The flagship of Sanlorenzo’s semi-displacement line was designed by Zuccon International Project, who were responsible for both the exterior and interior design. Measuring 40.7 metres in length, this is the largest recreational vessel that the shipyard has built using composite materials. The hull and deck are made of resin and fibreglass, and the superstructure is made of a hybrid of fibreglass and carbon fibre, which optimises weight and improves stability.
A focus on texture characterises the interior spaces. Soft colours and materials emphasise the tactile experience, allowing you to concentrate on the feel of antique oak, bleached walnut and linen.
«The interiors reflect the Studio’s stylistic approach, which is aimed at enhancing a sense of naturalness and creating a sensory connection between the owner and the boat. A material moodboard and earth-inspired colours come together to create authentic, balanced and welcoming environments. The exteriors also demonstrate our commitment to research, with innovative layout solutions and technological flexibility that perfectly integrate the boat with its surroundings, emphasising the liveability of the spaces». Bernardo Zuccon
photo by Andrea Muscatello.
The quality of construction must necessarily be combined with aesthetic excellence. The SD132 represents a significant evolution in Zuccon International Project’s design process with Sanlorenzo, blending architectural styles and materials to provide an authentic and functional onboard experience. Harmonious proportions characterise the yacht’s profile. As Bernardo Zuccon said, “The interiors reflect the Studio’s stylistic approach, which is aimed at enhancing a sense of naturalness and creating a sensory connection between the owner and the boat. A material moodboard and earth-inspired colours come together to create authentic, balanced and welcoming environments. The exteriors also demonstrate our commitment to research, with innovative layout solutions and technological flexibility that perfectly integrate the boat with its surroundings, emphasising the liveability of the spaces”.
The lower deck houses four guest cabins, the crew area with a dinette and laundry room, and a large 55 m² master cabin located at the bow of the main deck.
The exterior design, created by Zuccon International Project, is characterised by absolute balance, lending visual harmony to the concept of asymmetry. On this boat, the main deck walkway is positioned on the left and the upper deck walkway on the right, balancing the weights and optimising the volumes.
The design is fresh and innovative without venturing into unfamiliar territory for the brand. During the day, the profile is strongly defined by the dark, sparkling window frames, which make the overall design appear slender. At night, with all the lights on, the number and size of the windows can be fully appreciated, offering light, views and very close contact with the sea. Once you are on board, you will notice that the carefully designed layout makes it easy to move around each deck and communicate with other decks. The main deck walkway is on the left and the upper deck walkway is on the right, balancing the weight and optimising the space. This configuration rationalises the spaces on board, interconnecting the decks and facilitating vertical walkways to make the most of the available space.
In addition to its generous volumes and spaces and the configuration of the beach area, the SD132 also stands out thanks to the vast 85 m² fly deck.
Bernardo Zuccon explains: “From the outset, our goal was not to impress through ostentation, but to create humble environments in the truest sense: authentic, essential spaces. Every choice, from the materials to the geometries, was guided by the concept of sensory design, where the material speaks, the light accompanies, and touch becomes the primary means of perceiving the project. I always invite people to come on board and close their eyes. It is in the silence of the view that the true soul of the SD132 is revealed. One of the boat’s most distinctive features is undoubtedly its asymmetrical layout, representing the natural evolution of a research project that began with the SL line and has been further developed here. We chose to break with classic symmetry by creating an asymmetrical main deck on the starboard side and an asymmetrical upper deck on the port side. This is not just an aesthetic quirk, but a functional solution that optimises interior space, increases usable outdoor areas and improves perception of the rooms. This approach generates fluid dynamics on board and creates a continuous visual and perceptual dialogue between the rooms”.
«We are thrilled about the launch of the SD132 project, which perfectly embodies significant size, innovative design and timeless elegance in true Sanlorenzo style. The exceptional market response is evident in the five contracts already signed before the launch, demonstrating the significant success and appreciation that this boat enjoys among owners. Every detail of the SD132 reflects the commitment and passion of our team, who have once again pushed the boundaries of traditional space and volume, achieving a remarkable result».
Tommaso Vincenzi, Ceo Sanlorenzo
The SD132 is much more than just a boat; it is a habitat designed to respond in a refined and sensitive manner to the needs of an owner with discerning tastes, seeking a profound balance between function, emotion, and aesthetics. SD132, in the first unit, offers environments and a stylistic language inspired by the colours of the earth and nature itself, seeking to make the on-board experience more authentic. The interior spaces are characterised by an exploration of materials, with soft colours and textures that stimulate the senses, enabling you to focus on the tactile experience. The interior spaces are characterised by a focus on materiality, with soft colours and textures that stimulate the senses, allowing you to enjoy the tactile experience. This philosophy is evident throughout, from the concrete-like finish to the bathroom furniture and the master cabin, where dark and light woods have been skilfully combined. The same criteria have been applied to the choice of fabrics, which give the rooms an exceptional warmth and texture. Of course, the importance of sustainability in the selection of materials has not been forgotten.
Historically designed as a technical area, the bow has been transformed into a living space enriched by a swimming pool, which contributes to the beauty and well-being of life on board.
The spaces on board are optimised and the interconnected decks facilitate vertical walkways, making the most of the interior volumes. The lower deck houses four guest cabins, the crew area with a dinette and laundry room, and a large 55 m² master cabin located at the bow of the main deck. The main deck also features a spacious saloon with large windows, complemented by a second saloon on the upper deck. The large beach area is characterised by its interconnection with the aft cockpit. Once rotated and opened, the side terraces offer guests 70 m² of walkable space and free the cockpit from any visual obstructions. This transforms the cockpit into an open terrace, allowing guests to enjoy maximum connection with the sea. Designed to accommodate 10 guests and eight crew members, the SD132 is a solid, traditional Sanlorenzo semi-displacement yacht capable of reaching even the most distant destinations with significant autonomy. With a range of 3,200 miles, this yacht is ideal for transoceanic navigation.
Engine room
The Engineering Department’s naval architecture has resulted in a hull with reduced hydrodynamic resistance, enabling the 315-tonne yacht to travel at a maximum speed of 17 knots with two 1,622-horsepower CAT C32 engines.
SANLORENZO
Cantieri Navali di La Spezia
19126 La Spezia
[email protected]
www.sanlorenzoyacht.com
PROJECT
Sanlorenzo (naval architecture and engineering) • Studio Zuccon International Project (exterior and interior design)
HULL
LOA 40.70m • LWL 37.35m • Beam 8.47m • Draft at full load 2.66m • Half load displacement 285 t • Full load displacement 315 t • Gross Tonnage 420 GT • 5 guest cabins • 10 guest berths • 8 crew berths • Fuel tanks volume 42,000 l • Water tank volume 8,000 l • Grey and waste water tanks volume 3,000 l • Air conditioning unit 450,000 BTU/h • Tender 3,95m
MAIN PROPULSION
2x Man V12 1,650 hp (1,213 kW) • 2x Cat C32 1,622 hp (1,193 kW) as an option
CERTIFICATION
Rina CE A
(Sanlorenzo SD132 – Ideal habitat – Barchemagazine.com – Excerpted from Barche, October 2025)
