# Vintage-Style Yacht Designs The Explorer Yacht EXO 144 Has a 144-Foot Length with Luxury Features By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-10-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/explorer-yacht-exo-144 References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/liebowitz-partners-explorer-yacht-exo-144/) & [exoyacht](https://www.exoyacht.com/exo-3-introduction/)  The Explorer Yacht EXO 144 has been unveiled by UK-based Liebowitz & Partners Design as a decidedly different kind of yacht designed with a [vintage-inspired form](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunia-baru). The yacht comes in at 144-feet and boasts a neo-retro design on the exterior as well as the interior to pay homage to vessels of days past. What's created is a vessel that balances function and form for passengers to enjoy in an array of different locations. The Explorer Yacht EXO 144 is opulently finished with an array of [architecturally inspired accents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikonic-yachts) on the interior, while also featuring circulation paths to accommodate better accessibility. The exterior of the yacht will call to mind vessels of the past, but will reveal a range of technological advancements upon closer inspection. Image Credit: Liebowitz & Partners ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Yachts:** The demand for vintage-inspired yachts is growing and presents an opportunity for yacht builders to innovate and blend classic design with modern technology. - **Opulent Yacht Finishing:** There is a trend towards opulent yacht finishing, offering opportunities for innovation in luxury materials and architectural inspired accents. - **Accessible Yacht Design:** The EXO 144's emphasis on accessibility highlights a trend towards designing yachts with a focus on accommodating passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Yacht Building:** Luxury yacht building companies can capitalize on the trend towards vintage-inspired designs and opulent finishing by offering unique vessels with modern amenities. - **Marine Technology:** The blending of neo-retro style with modern technology and accessibility features presents opportunities for innovation in marine technology. - **Travel & Tourism:** Vintage-inspired yachts present an opportunity to offer unique and luxurious travel experiences in exotic destinations around the world. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Extreme Environment Yacht Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/75ft-explorer-sailing-yacht.md) - [Hybrid Propulsion Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluyt-yacht-concept.md) - [Tech-Packed Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyper-concept-yacht.md) - [Luxe Eco-Conscious Spacious Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-h2bo-85.md) - [Luxurious Vehicle Brand Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-ly-680.md) - [Billion-Dollar Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gquest-goliath-series-gigayacht.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-inspired-yacht.md) - [Ultra-Opulent Razor-Like Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-71-superyacht.md) - [Luxury Eco-Focused Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-yacht-1.md)