Derecktor shipyards is nearing completion on the Cakewalk superyacht for a private client, which at 281 ft. will be the largest luxury yacht built in the U.S. since the 1930s, and at 2,950 tons possibly the biggest ever built in the States when measured by volume.

The result of a collaboration between Derecktor, Azure Naval Architects of Holland, exterior designer Tim Heywood and interior designer by Liz Dalton, Cakewalk features a total of six decks, with the owners’ and guests’ accommodations representing half of that space, and a helipad and swimming platform aft.

Uncharacteristically large gathering rooms – inside and out, and on every deck – are plentiful as are more intimate spaces for reflection and relaxation. However, what elevates this yacht to pure perfection is the unique placement of the guest and owner quarters.

Unlike others in her class, Cakewalk’s guest staterooms are located above deck. Gone are the tiny portholes. In their place are stately picture windows that provide glorious views of sea and sky.

Spacious baths with separate spa tubs and showers paired with plush furnishings and one-touch control systems are examples of the extent to which the designers went to ensure passengers feel completely pampered.

Located above the main deck, the elegant owner’s suite has impressive forward views and includes the master suite and bath as well as a gymnasium, spa and recreation salon with theater.

Ceilings in the recessed dining salon with seating for 16 are decorated with hand-painted canvases and exotic woods are incorporated throughout the stately craft.

Atop the owner’s deck is the bridge deck with its game room and spacious aft deck, and above that is the sun deck.

The sun deck’s forward section is replete with bar, observation chairs, sunshades and dining/game tables, while the aft area sports a whirlpool spa and sun beds for up to 10 guests.

The expansiveness of this deck inspires an indescribable sense of freedom.

Via superyachttimes / luxist