Floating Mansions and Diving Drones! Summer’s Hottest Water Whizbangs

Sales of watercraft have soared since the start of the pandemic as recreational boaters seek to escape home—and land. Here are the trending toys to inspire your next seagoing adventure.

By Mark Ellwood
Bloomberg
2021.may.13

The 2,600-square-foot, four-bedroom Arkup 75.

Photographer: Craig Denis

Blame James Bond. It was the sight of Roger Moore skidding a Wet Bike over the waves in 1977’s The Spy Who Loved Me that piqued yacht owners’ interest in keeping more than just a tender, or small ship-to-shore shuttle, on board. Moore’s gadget morphed into the Jet Ski, a must-have for every polyester-era playboy. The Jet Ski, in turn, raised cultural expectations for what we should be able to do on—or under, or over—the water.

Billionaires such as Jeff Bezos and his new 417-foot-long project Y721—a yacht so big it needs its own yacht—plus destinations like the Four Seasons Bora Bora keep spurring new innovations. As bigger superyachts became dominant in the late 1980s, complete with roomier onboard garages, the types of toys and tenders available multiplied. Invention is “driven by charter guests,” says Chris Clifford of the yacht industry bible Onboard. “Even if Grandpa and Grandma are paying for the boat, they’ll bring their children and grandchildren, and you’ve gotta keep them amused.” Indeed, charter specialist Burgess Yachts says 84% of its clients expressed interest in toys and water sports as crucial for their next rental.

But it’s not just the world’s wealthiest who are diving in since the coronavirus pandemic started. According to the National Marine Manufacturers Association, U.S. powerboat sales reached a 13-year high in 2020, when 310,000 new vessels were sold, a rise of 12% from the previous year. GetMyBoat, a marine rental platform, sent 60,500 renters out on the water in 2019, rising to 178,000 last year; it expects to hit more than 1 million for 2021. That’s a lot of people potentiality looking for their first boat or an addition to an existing collection.

It makes sense: Nothing says summer like a good, socially distanced splash. Whether you’re looking for an easy-to-maneuver three-cabin sailboat for your family, a two-seater Sea-Doo on steroids, or a double-decker party barge with a waterslide, here’s our roundup of the newest and hottest toys.

relates to Floating Mansions and Diving Drones! Summer’s Hottest Water Whizbangs — Parajet Paramotors soar up to 500 feet in the air.

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Thrills

Four craft for the adrenaline junkie

PARAJET PARAMOTOR VOLUTION 3
You may have wondered about these flying whizbangs after spotting one soaring along a beach in the Hamptons or Miami. The love child of a paraglider and a fan boat from the Everglades, the Parajet was dreamed up by flying enthusiast Gilo Cardozo, who wanted to share his love of aviation. Strap one on—the Volution is the sturdiest of the range—and you can soar as high as 500 feet at speeds that reach 50 mph, weather willing. (Pro tip: The air is less bumpy at sunset and sunrise.) Just book a few lessons first. $8,395

SUBLUE WHITESHARK MIX PRO
Cousteau-inspired explorers keen to chart the depths of the oceans on film should pick up this double-propeller sea scooter. It can duck more than 130 feet below the surface, pulling a swimmer behind it at up to 6 feet per second. Better yet, fix a smartphone in the waterproof camera mount to record every moment. The scooter is designed to be used by anyone 8 or older—a detachable floater can keep kids from diving more than a few feet deep. $699

ZAPATA FLYRIDE
Former world champ Jet Ski racer Franky Zapata founded his company more than two decades ago to devise wacky water toys like the Flyride, a narrow Jet Ski-like device that can shoot into the air on plumes of water. There’s room for two, so a parent can hop on with an adventurous kid as young as 5. (They can also use the wireless remote to curb a teen’s crazier ambitions.) With 300 horsepower, it offers a top speed of 22 mph—and a button will initiate a barrel roll. From $9,285

SEABREACHER
Think of this fish-shaped, two-seater submersible as a Sea-Doo on steroids; the enclosed pod can leap into the air and duck under the surface at up to 50 mph. It was designed by New Zealand-born boat builder Rob Innes, who considers it more like an aircraft than a watercraft, because it’s able to operate on three axes of control. With a little practice, a pilot can even do 360-degree barrel rolls while skipping across the water. The styling of the chassis adds a witty touch: Take your pick from sharks, whales, or dolphins. The company custom-builds only about two dozen of the craft each year. From $85,000

Chills

For casual fun, try a drone, a kayak, or your own mini pool

HANSE 348
Based on Germany’s Baltic Coast, Hanse was founded by Michael Schmidt, a former winner of the Admiral’s Cup regatta. The vessels from his company deftly combine top performance—a self-tacking jib is standard to maximize ease of handling—with smart layouts and design. It’s a combination that earned this craft the title as Cruising World’s best value sailboat two years ago. Pick between a two- and three-cabin version, and you’ll enjoy the great light and clean lines below deck. $170,800

NAVATICS MITO
A student project at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology led to this 5-year-old startup, which specializes in naval robotics. Its 7.6-pound Mito underwater drone streams footage to an app from as far away as 1,600 feet. The tethered 4K device has two 1,000-lumen headlights for visibility at depth, and four-thruster stabilization keeps the camera steady in rough currents. $1,999

TRENT PRESZLER CANOES
When Preszler inherited his father’s woodworking tools seven years ago, the avid outdoorsman spent 14 months teaching himself how to build a wooden canoe from scratch. Preszler, who’s based in Mattituck, N.Y., now juggles his day job running a winery and selling bespoke, handmade canoes to clients. Each boat, often using exotic woods such as red cedar and purpleheart, takes at least a year to complete. From $100,000

TARPON 120 FISHING KAYAK
Nimble but sturdy, this 12-foot-3-inch sit-on-top kayak with a short waterline is perfect for fishing in creeks. The American-made craft is packed with user-friendly details, including gear tracks to secure rods and accessories as well as a paddle holder on the bow to free up your hands. The self-bailing hull retains buoyancy even when waters are choppy; best of all, it’s dog-friendly. From $999

BEAU LAKE PADDLEBOARDS
With Club Monaco founder Joe Mimran among its advisers, it’s no surprise this Canadian company produces paddleboards that emphasize beauty as much as function. Made with epoxy resin and other performance materials, they’re finished with mahogany and Macassar ebony, among other options. Pair yours with the equally stylish paddles, which start at $350. From $2,950

YACHTBEACH LUXURY POOL
Avoid jellyfish stings using this pool, which has an ultrafine PVC mesh stretching almost 8 feet down into the water. The largest, superyacht-aimed option includes a 19-by-13-foot boardwalk with a comfy foam top that’s wide enough for sunbathers to linger near the swimmers. €6,799 ($8,270)

Frills

You don’t need a yacht to impress out on the water

ARKUP 75
The ultimate overwater bungalow, Arkup’s two-story glass-box-like villa can be permanently tethered to a dock or cruise at a leisurely 7 knots under its own power. The open-plan four-bedroom structure has 2,600 square feet of indoor living space that connects to a retractable 450-square-foot deck. Its eco-credentials are impressive: Solar panels on the roof supply power, and tanks collect and purify rainwater for drinking and bathroom use. Sadly, the prototype has already sold, but the company is building several custom projects riffing off the same design, as well as planning smaller, marginally more affordable models. From $5.5 million

PREMIER ESCALANTE PONTOON BOAT
There’s no better party venue than this 35-foot double-decker pontoon, with room for up to 20 people: A stairway turns into a slide from the upper deck straight into the water. Need we say more? The design incorporates more practical measures as well, including a hard-sided changing room/bathroom, plus a refrigerator, sink, and wine cooler. With 800 horsepower or more, the Escalante is packing as much power as some speedboats. Just make sure not to leave anyone behind. From $154,150

ROM 28
The aptly named ROM, which stands for Rebuild Ocean Motivation, will construct a boat your way at its shipyard in Aveiro, Portugal. Former technology consulting executive Jorge Martins founded the startup four years ago to bring superyacht customization to smaller craft, upgrading workaday designs in a sleeker, sportier style. When Martins unveiled this specific model in January, he promised only 20 of the eight-passenger 25-footers would be made; just 14 remain. From €230,000

BIGAIR YACHT BLOB
This classic lake toy was first developed in Texas from an army-surplus fuel bladder. Like a seesaw, when someone jumps onto a specific spot from a boat, the force will propel anyone sitting at the other end up to 30 feet in the air. Austin-based FunAir has reengineered the blob for use on the ocean, adding stabilizer outriggers to prevent it from turning over and an inflatable stand-off to stop anyone from bashing back into the hull after they jump. It takes only around 20 minutes to set up.$4,000

NAUTIBUOY FLOATING PLATFORMS
Countless companies produce platforms like this that can be jigsawed together to create a pontoon at the back of any vessel, be it speedboat or superyacht. The big differentiator for this British company’s offerings is the quality of construction, with drop-stitch cores and strong, durable PVC borders. NautiBuoy’s own ballast system keeps the platforms stable, and the teaklike finish is stylish and slip-resistant. Buy one to act as a parking slot for your Seabob or Jet Ski, and attach it to another for an impromptu, al fresco cocktail lounge.From €3,805

YACHT JOUST
Anyone prepping to compete on Wipeout can finesse their dueling skills with a few sessions on this inflatable platform 5 feet above the water. The lightweight batons are easy enough for kids and adults to handle. Yacht Joust can be secured almost anywhere—in a small cove or close to a beach to drum up some cheers or jeers from spectators—and packs down to the size of a carry-on bag. $8,000

AQUAGLIDE RESIDENTIAL MINI PARK 4
Install this 38-foot-long inflatable obstacle course behind your boat or lakefront home. The main appeal is a 10-foot, high-velocity slide, complete with an interior mesh floor at the bottom for safer splashing. You can also loll on the water, safe from the sun, under the roof of the Ohana lounge platform. Small decks connect the two elements, making it a cinch to hop into the splash zone. And if you want to expand your water park, other Aquaglide inflatables attach easily. $8,600

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Maldives floating city planned to combat sea level rise

By Dive Magazine
2021.May.07

overhead view of floating maldives city model — The Maldives Floating City is designed to resemble the hexagonal structure of brain coral (Image: Maldives Floating City)

Radical plans to develop an environmentally-friendly floating city in the Maldives have been announced by the Netherlands-based engineering firm Dutch Docklands.

Officially named Maldives Floating City (MFC), the development, which is being planned in cooperation with the government of the Maldives will be set in a lagoon location situated 10 minutes from the Maldivian capital, Malé

According to a Dutch Docklands press release, the ‘first-of-its-kind “island city”‘ will offer ‘ a revolutionary approach to modern sustainable living perched against a backdrop of the azure Indian Ocean… a futuristic dreamscape finally poised to become reality.’

The project has been in development for more than a decade and plans to feature thousands of waterfront residences floating along a flexible grid spread across the 200-hectare lagoon. MFC’s design will be ‘inspired by traditional Maldivian sea-faring culture’ and the homes will be eventually joined by hotels, restaurants, boutiques, and a ‘world-class’ marina.

MFC is a response to the existential threat of sea-level rise posed by climate change. As one of the lowest-lying countries in the world, much of it less than 2 metres above sea level, the Maldives is widely recognised as one of the countries in most danger of becoming uninhabitable in future years.

‘As a nation at the front lines of global warming, the Maldives is perfectly positioned to reimagine how humankind will survive — and, indeed, thrive — in the face of rising seas and coastal erosion,’ said a Dutch Docklands representative. ‘By leading in this effort, the Maldives not only lays the groundwork for combatting its own climate challenges, but provides a viable blueprint for other nations to follow.’

The developers are keen to play down the potential for environmental damage that the floating city might cause. The visible parts of the city above the surface are modelled on coral formations and will be connected to the barrier islands, which in turn serve as breakwaters for the lagoon. The company stress that, because the city is floating, damage to the reef will be minimal.

‘MFC does not require any land reclamation, therefore has a minimal impact on the coral reefs,’ said former president of the Maldives, Mohamed Nasheed. ‘Our adaption to climate change mustn’t destroy nature but work with it, as the MFC proposes. In the Maldives, we cannot stop the waves, but we can rise with them.;

Construction is expected to begin in 2022 and will be carried out in phases over the next five years. The first sea-front units are expected to be priced from $250,000, and will be available to foreign investors and Maldives residents alike.

‘With its unique location in a paradisiacal setting, next to President’s Island — and full support of the Government of Maldives — we are extremely proud to launch the first Floating City in the world,’ said Paul HTM van de Camp, CEO of Dutch Docklands. ‘This will be an amazing place where locals and foreigners can buy their dream property at affordable prices.’

Maldives Floating City

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Innalzamento dei mari, le Maldive costruiranno una città galleggiante (ed eco-friendly)

By Andrea Federica de Cesco
Corriere Della Sera
2021.may.06

Le conseguenze del cambiamento climatico saranno particolarmente dure per le Maldive. I governanti ne sono ben consapevoli e si stanno preparando. Si inserisce in quest’ottica il progetto Maldives Floating City (MFC), che ha lo scopo di trasformare l’arcipelago in una città galleggiante. Il riscaldamento globale sta infatti causando lo scioglimento dei ghiacciai a velocità sempre maggiore. La conseguenza è l’innalzamento del livello dei mari, particolarmente allarmante soprattutto per le aree costiere e per luoghi come le Maldive. Si prevede che i 26 atolli nell’Oceano Indiano settentrionale diventeranno inabitabili entro il 2050 e che saranno tra i primi luoghi al mondo a venire sommersi dall’acqua. In media queste circa mille isole si trovano infatti a solo 90 centimetri sul livello del mare. Secondo la Nasa lo stato insulare è il Paese con meno terreno al mondo.

Sulla nuova isola artificiale ci saranno migliaia di case (a partire da 250 mila dollari per 300 metri quadri), negozi, ristorante, un ospedale, una scuola e un edificio governativo. La progettazione è stata affidata a due società olandesi e i lavori di costruzione inizieranno nel 2022. La città avrà la forma di un corallo

Ecco perché il governo ha annunciato che le Maldive diventeranno una città galleggiante, soluzione adottata appunto per far fronte alla crisi ambientale. Il progetto in realtà è in via di sviluppo da un decennio (ne aveva scritto anche il Corriere, nell’aprile 2010, leggi qui, e all’epoca prevedeva anche un campo da golf galleggiante), ma è stato svelato solo ora. I lavori di costruzione inizieranno nel 2022 e il tutto sarà pronto nella seconda metà del decennio. La città sorgerà su un incrocio di reticoli flessibili e funzionali nella laguna di 200 ettari (pari a due milioni di metri quadri) a dieci minuti di barca dalla capitale Malé e dall’aeroporto internazionale. A progettarla sono state chiamate due società olandesi, Dutch Docklands, esperta in infrastrutture galleggianti, e Waterstudio, che si occupa di pianificazione urbana e architettura. Il risultato finale avrà la forma di un labirinto esagonale, così da assomgiliare a un corallo.

Previsti anche un ospedale e una scuola

Ci saranno migliaia di case di fronte al mare, ispirate alla cultura tradizionale marinara delle Maldive e costruite in modo ecosostenibile. Il prezzo partirà da 250 mila dollari per 300 metri quadri: difficile che le famiglie di pescatori se le potranno permettere, a meno che non riceveranno sovvenzioni dal governo. Alle abitazioni si aggiungeranno hotel, ristoranti, spazi commerciali, porticcioli, un ospedale, una scuola e un edificio governativo. Il sistema di strutture flottanti sarà fissato a un anello di isole, che faranno da base, e a un muro di rottura stabilizzante (come negli atolli). Attraverso un particolare sistema ingegneristico, le isole intorno alla laguna avranno il ruolo di barriere rispetto alla Maldives Floating City. «Questa ingegnosa configurazione riduce l’impatto delle onde della laguna, stabilizzando le strutture e i complessi in superficie», spiega un comunicato stampa. (continua a leggere dopo i link e la foto)

Un particolare delle vie della nuova città galleggiante nel rendering al computer

In armonia con la natura

«La MFC non richiede alcuna bonifica del territorio, quindi ha un impatto minimo sulle barriere coralline», ha detto Mohamed Nasheed, presidente delle Maldive tra il 2008 e il 2012. «Inoltre, verranno coltivate delle nuove, gigantesche barriere coralline che serviranno da frangiflutti. Dobbiamo adattarci al cambiamento climatico senza distruggere la natura, ma collaborando con essa, come propone la nostra città. Alle Maldive non possiamo fermare le onde, ma possiamo innalzarci con loro». Il progetto farà da apripista per altre isole che presto dovranno organizzarsi per salvaguardare il loro territorio e la loro cultura dalla crisi ambientale.

Un particolare di uno degli approdi interni della nuova città galleggiante in progetto alle Maldive, tratto dal rendering al computer

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Faszination Tiny House – Leben auf wenigen Quadratmetern | SWR Doku

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2021.February.01

Hortusboatanicus

The designers from Waterstudio also look to the future for this house. Architect Koen Olthuis, the author of the project, signed a photo of this building on his Instagram with the words: “Grow your dinner on the roof”.

Undoubtedly, it is possible thanks to a house on water with a greenhouse created on the roof of the building.

This possibility is emphasized by the perverse name of the project, i.e. Hortusboatanicus, which was taken from Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam, one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world, founded in 1638. Replacing the word “botanicus” with “boatanicus” aptly reflects the character of this unique house. Enjoy your meal!

Floating theater Lyon on French television

Experience a unique cultural space in Lyon with the Theater L’Île Ô, Europe’s first floating theater, and a remarkable architectural masterpiece. This hybrid cultural space perfectly complements the river, serving as a symbol of Lyon’s cultural and environmental dynamism, making it a must-visit destination for years to come.

Constructed using modern and sustainable building material called Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), the Theater L’Île Ô boasts a stunning interior that showcases the natural beauty of wood. The playful design of six volumes reflects wooden blocks that add a sense of whimsy to the overall aesthetic, while the prismatic white facade beautifully reflects sunlight and creates a dazzling display of light and shadows. The reflection in the water surrounding it adds to the unique character of this cultural space.

The Theater L’Île Ô launches an artistic, eventful, citizen, and educational project. With a primary focus on awakening and training children and young people to the wonders of theater, this public interest project has gained the attention of Voies Navigables de France, the manager of the river public domain, which selected L’Île Ô as part of the project call reviewed in 2020, allocating a location on the Rhône in the city center of Lyon.

The theater has several spaces, including modular ones, to accommodate all the activities of the venue, such as two performance halls with 78 and 244 seats adapted for people with reduced mobility (PRM), 245 m2 of modular spaces spread over three levels for catering, artistic workshops, professional training, and corporate events, and a 140 m2 rooftop.

The Theater L’Île Ô promises to deliver an exceptional cultural experience to all its visitors, showcasing the perfect fusion of modern construction techniques, playful design elements, and sustainable materials. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this unique and memorable experience.

Un théâtre d’eau dédié aux jeunes spectateurs apparaîtra sur les bords du Rhône à Lyon

By Robert Zaric
France news live
2021.January.25

Le secteur culturel a longtemps été sceptique, mais certaines personnes ne perdent jamais espoir et imaginent des projets fous.C’est le cas de Jean-Philippe Amy, qui aspire à la naissance de son nouveau lieu culturel à Lyon: Le Théâtre d’Eau sur la rive gauche du Rhône île Ô.

Projet de théâtre flottant de Lyon, Design & nbsp; Studio Koen Olthuis-Water. NL (français 3 Aura / KoenOlthuis-Waterstudio.NL) — Studio Koen Olthuis-Water, un projet du théâtre d’eau à Lyon. NL (France 3 Aura / KoenOlthuis-Waterstudio.NL)

荷蘭漂浮城市　為未來家居定立新概念　創意、型格又環保

By Katrina Y
2021.January.24

香港地少人多令土地問題久久未能解決，但在地球的另一端，地大脈博的荷蘭同樣面對另一個長遠影響房屋供應的問題，那就是氣候變化。據外國傳媒資料顯示，荷蘭有超過一半的人居住在低於海平面的地區，而不斷上升的水位就成為了迫在眉睫的問題。可幸的是，憑著建築界的前瞻性，荷蘭發展出“Floating City”——「漂浮城市」，並以可持續發展與環保為設計前題，令人與海洋能相依共處，當中更帶來不少富未來性的漂浮屋設計。

荷蘭建築師Koen Olthuis（Waterstudio）

於2010年起，荷蘭已經有不少建築師在構想漂浮城市的可行性；談及推動此概念成真的表表者，就必需認識荷蘭建築師Koen Olthuis。專注於水上建築設計的他，相信為人們提供更多居住空間不一定只有建立人工島、填海造地這單一辦法，反之好好利用水上空間帶來的彈性和流動性，才是更長遠可行的方案。他與他的Waterstudio團隊抱著這個信念，在成立超過10年的期間，已在世界各地完成了200多個水上建築項目；其中於阿姆斯特丹的Ijburg，更成為了全球發展得較成熟的漂浮城市。

Ijburg漂浮屋（Water Studio）

除了Ijburg之外，近年於荷蘭亦相繼發展出不同的漂浮社區，例如由 Space&Matter打造的Schoonschip，它位於阿姆斯特丹北部前工業區的Johan van Hasselt運河上，容納著100個住戶。屋主可以自行請來心儀的建築師來打造自己理想的漂浮屋，而今次帶大家看看由i29 Studio設計的作品，相信是不少人心目中的理想家居。

位於阿姆斯特丹北部前工業區的Johan van Hasselt運河上Schoonschip（SPACE&MATTER）

以深色木材為外層的漂浮屋，遠看感覺型格冷酷，內裡卻充滿明亮溫暖感。屋內分成三層，以一條樓梯貫穿不同樓層；為了提升屋內的空間感，設計師特意於每層保留一部份的開放空間，無論置身於哪層都能夠與其他樓層的人連結起來；除內觀景開揚，設計師特意安排一扇L型的落地大玻璃，讓住戶能享受到更廣闊的運河景觀。

與Schoonschip其餘開發項目一樣，設計師同樣遵從可持續發展與環保的概念，在此家居中加入了節能設施，包括能從運河水中提取熱量的水泵，為房屋一年四季提供熱能，以及提供電力的太陽能電池板，當中取得的電力更能夠存儲於國家能源網中，令建築成為推動環保能源的一份子。

Schoonschip內裡卻充滿明亮溫暖感，跟外牆建築形成強烈對比。（SPACE&MATTER）

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了解過荷蘭因另一種的土地問題而發展出來的「漂浮城市」，未知能否激發大家對於香港未來城市規劃的新構想呢？

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Un théâtre flottant dédié au jeune public va émerger sur les berges du Rhône à Lyon

By Odile Morain
France news live
2021.January.19

La construction de ce nouveau lieu culturel insolite doit débuter mi-mars. L’île Ô, c’est son nom, prendra place sur les quais du Rhône, près du pont Gallieni au sud de Lyon.

Alors que le secteur culturel traverse une longue période de doute, il y a ceux qui ne perdent pas espoir et imaginent des projets fous. C’est le cas de Jean-Philippe Amy qui attend avec impatience la naissance de son nouveau lieu culturel à Lyon : un théâtre flottant sur la rive gauche du Rhône baptisé L’île Ô.

Un projet innovant

Jean-Philippe Amy n’est pas un inconnu dans le milieu culturel lyonnais. Il dirige depuis seize ans le Patadôme à Irigny, un théâtre qui a mis au coeur de sa programmation l’accompagnement des jeunes spectateurs. Avec son équipe, il souhaite poursuivre son travail dédié au théâtre jeune public, ici sur le Rhône. C’est l’agence d’architectes néerlandaise Koen Olthuis – Waterstudio.NL, qui a été choisie pour la conception et la réalisation du projet. Spécialisée en construction flottante auprès de l’UNESCO, elle signera, à Lyon, son premier ouvrage en France. “C’est un projet vraiment innovant, la grande première c’est de créer un bâtiment ambitieux qui va faire onze mètre de large et 45 mètres de long pour en faire un vrai théâtre, ça n’a jamais été fait”, détaille Jean-Philippe Amy.

Projet du théâtre flottant de Lyon, conception Koen Olthuis – Waterstudio. NL (France 3 Aura / Koen Olthuis – Waterstudio. NL) — Projet du théâtre flottant de Lyon, conception Koen Olthuis – Waterstudio. NL (France 3 Aura / Koen Olthuis – Waterstudio. NL)

Redynamiser un quartier en devenir

Amarré sur les berges du Rhône entre le pont Gallieni et le viaduc SNCF, l’établissement culturel flottant accueillera, entre autre, un théâtre de 220 places, une salle avec gradins de 75 places, un espace de restauration et une terrasse panoramique, le tout sur une surface de 1200 m2. A terme, L’île Ô pourrait devenir un centre de création régionale dédié à la petite enfance. L’objectif de ce nouveau lieu est de renforcer l’offre culturelle dans la partie sud de la ville et répondre, selon la mairie, à la nouvelle sociologie du quartier. Le projet de deux millions d’euros est financé à 100% par des capitaux privés. Les portes de l’Ile Ô ouvriront au début de l’année 2022

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Lyon : un théâtre flottant sur le Rhône début 2022

Le projet L’ÎLE Ô va voir le jour dans le 7e arrondissement début 2022. Au programme, théâtre, espaces de réception et de restauration et terrasse panoramiquent sur le Rhône.

Imaginée et étudiée depuis plusieurs mois par l’équipe du Patadôme Théâtre, Jean-Philippe Amy et David Lahille, le projet L’ÎLE Ô va bien voir le jour après avoir été sélectionné dans le cadre d’un appel à projets associant les collectivités et services de l’État. Un emplacement lui a été attribué sur le Rhône, dans le 7e arrondissement à la jonction du Pont Gallieni et de l’Avenue Leclerc.

Au sein de six volumes sur un socle coque, sur 3 niveaux s’installeront un théâtre de 220 places, une salle avec gradins de 75 places, des espaces de réception et de restauration et une terrasse panoramique abritée. La surface totale prévisionnelle est de 1200m2.

Koen Olthuis – Waterstudio.NL, architecte néerlandais, conseiller spécial en construction flottante auprès de l’UNESCO, a été choisi pour la conception et la réalisation du projet. Les travaux débuteront durant l’été 2021 et l’ouverture au public est prévue pour début 2022.

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L’île O, des scènes de théâtre flottantes sur les berges du Rhône en 2022

By Le Progres
2020.Dec.08

Cette structure flottante, une première, sera dédiée au théâtre pour le jeune public.

Cette structure sera installée sur les berges du Rhône, début 2022. Photo Progrès /DR

Début 2022, l’espace culturel L’île O, conçu sous la forme de scènes flottantes, fera son apparition sur les berges du Rhône, dans le 7e arrondissement de Lyon, à la jonction du pont Gallieni et de l’avenue Leclerc.

Une ouverture prévue en 2022

Il s’agira d’un espace réservé à la pratique et à la diffusion du théâtre, dédié en priorité pour le jeune public. Le projet, qui a séduit VNF, Voies navigables de France, gestionnaire du domaine public fluvial, est porté par l’équipe du Patadôme Théâtre d’Irigny. Koen Olthuis – Waterstudio. NL, architecte néerlandais, conseiller spécial en construction flottante auprès de l’Unesco, a été choisi pour la conception et la réalisation du projet L’Île Ô.

Il signera, à Lyon, son premier ouvrage en France. La construction de la structure débutera début 2021 pour une ouverture au public prévue début 2022.

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