Built for an American client, the latest FD75 is the first to feature an enclosed bridge.
A new Horizon FD75 has launched and will soon be delivered to a repeat Horizon owner. This is the second FD75 to be built for the American market and the first in the U.S. to showcase the enclosed bridge configuration.
As the entry level model in Horizon’s acclaimed Fast Displacement (FD) Series, which spans to 125 feet, the FD75 is distinguished from other yachts of similar LOA by a high volume interior that yields a flexible four stateroom layout with an on deck master, and superior comfort and stability afforded by Horizon’s in house High Performance Piercing Bow and hull design.
Having previous built a Horizon E73, this client returned to Horizon to build the FD75 and specified a customised layout with innovative details throughout. This customisation begins on the aft deck, where dedicated storage areas for items such as a boarding ladder and cleaning supplies have been incorporated. The dining table in this space has been designed to expand, rise and lower to suit a variety of uses. A custom entry door leads into the main saloon, which is highlighted by a large custom sofa fitted with storage underneath and a coffee table with a lift mechanism that also offers storage. A dayhead is situated to port and the remainder of this area features a custom cabinet/bar area with a Hi/Lo television, an icemaker and wine cooler and bottle storage. Uniquely for this model, the galley is positioned furthest forward on the main deck, thereby eliminating the standard raised pilothouse design and presenting an open plan feel to the main deck. A custom dining table accommodates interior dining adjacent to the fully equipped open galley area, which features a large island and atrium ceiling.
The master stateroom and ensuite is positioned furthest forward and accessed via a few steps down from the galley area. Three further ensuite staterooms are found on the lower deck and comprise a midship VIP, a single twin to port and a queen stateroom to starboard. Crew quarters including a cabin, head and mess area feature aft of the engine room.
Positioning the wheelhouse on the upper deck allowed for a redesign of this entire space, which is enclosed to comprise the helm station, a full head and a lounge settee with
dinette. A Hi/Lo cushion insert for the dinette and a sliding enclosure top for the stairwell allows this area to be used as an overflow stateroom.
