Few superyacht briefs begin with a children’s song. The owner of Lollipop asked for one anyway, and the resulting superyacht candy theme started with Shirley Temple’s “On the Good Ship Lollipop,” a tune the owner has long been fond of.
The design team had to turn that affection into a working superyacht interior. The studio behind the project is Vripack, a Dutch design firm founded in 1961 that works across many yacht sizes and styles. Details of its work are at Vripack.com.
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The builder is Moonen Yachts, a Dutch specialist in mid-sized, steel-hulled superyachts since 1981. Vripack had not previously worked on Moonen’s 122 Martinique range, and Lollipop marked its first outing with the series.
The 122 Martinique is a 37.4-metre vessel of 345 gross tonnage, with sleeping accommodation for 12 guests. The first example was delivered in 2018. Lollipop is the eighth hull in the series.
The superyacht candy theme on every deck
The main salon makes the superyacht candy theme most visible. Blue and white accents frame a custom mural inspired by Delft pottery. Look closely, and the classical scene includes swirling lollipops, lemon drops, Tootsie Rolls and bonbons.
The sweets extend to the guest cabins on the lower deck. Each cabin takes its colour scheme from a single favourite, including peppermints, Gummy Bears, Swedish fish and lemon drops.
The owner’s suite carries the superyacht candy theme overhead, with a swirling patterned leather ceiling. The owner says the playfulness was deliberate, but the boat was never meant to feel like a novelty. In the owner’s words, “it was important to us that Lollipop didn’t take herself too seriously. The candy theme is fun, but underneath is an elegant yacht that feels comfortable and completely ours.”
Outdoors, the superyacht candy theme continues. Scatterings of sweets made from Murano glass sit around the hot tub. The sun-deck bar top and surround have a candy-striped glow, and the jacuzzi carries playful detailing, according to the launch report.
The tenders carry the superyacht candy theme too. The main tender is named BonBon and is a Vripack-designed Wajer 38 day boat. The crew tender is called Cracker Jack. “As well as being a sweet treat, the definition of crackerjack is someone who is skilful at what they’re doing, which we felt was more than fitting for the crew,” the owner says.
Built for long passages
Behind the sugar is a working boat. The owners expect to spend two thirds of the year at sea, and they bring their dogs. The interior therefore has to handle extended time at sea, not only display well at the dock.
Since the owners bring their dogs aboard, a pet-friendly detail may catch your eye. This giant croc dog bed blending comfort and play makes a charming companion idea for four-legged travellers.
The 122 Martinique’s large windows and broad decks give the design room to work. The full-beam main salon serves as the central space, where the windows bring in light and views.
The exterior finish is restrained by comparison. Launch coverage describes a metallic hull blending white, light silver and subtle blue-grey tones, topped by a crisp white superstructure. Exterior styling is credited to René van der Velden, and naval architecture to Diana Yacht Design.
Vripack’s co-creative director, Marnix J Hoekstra, puts the project in simple terms. “This project was a lot of fun. Ultimately, yachting is about enjoying time on the water with the people you love, and Lollipop captures that spirit perfectly.”
Timing differs between reports. One account says Lollipop was delivered to her owner this summer. Launch coverage, which names the hull YN206, says she would undergo sea trials in the North Sea before final delivery.
The result is a yacht that treats a childhood favourite as a serious design brief. Its sweets are placed with care, from the leather overhead to the Murano glass beside the hot tub. The owner’s own line sums it up: a yacht that never takes itself too seriously, yet works hard at sea.
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Frequently asked questions
Who designed the interior of the Lollipop superyacht?
Lollipop’s interior was designed by Vripack, a Dutch design firm founded in 1961. The yacht was built by Moonen Yachts, a Dutch specialist in mid-sized, steel-hulled superyachts.
What is the size of the 122 Martinique yacht series?
The 122 Martinique is a 37.4-metre vessel with a gross tonnage of 345 and sleeping accommodation for 12 guests. Lollipop is the eighth hull in the series, and the first example was delivered in 2018.
What is the candy theme of the Lollipop superyacht based on?
The candy theme started with Shirley Temple’s song “On the Good Ship Lollipop,” which the owner asked for as the basis of the design. Sweets appear throughout the yacht, including a main salon mural with swirling lollipops, lemon drops, Tootsie Rolls and bonbons.
What are the tenders on the Lollipop yacht called?
The main tender is named BonBon and is a Vripack-designed Wajer 38 day boat. The crew tender is called Cracker Jack, and the owner says the name reflects skill, which suits the crew.
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