The Sea Is Your Address: ULYSSIA Reimagines Residential Luxury on the High Seas

For those who’ve already collected properties in the Hamptons, London, and the Côte d’Azur, the next frontier isn't more square footage on land—it’s measured in nautical miles. Enter ULYSSIA, the most exclusive residential yacht community ever conceived: a 320-meter (1,050-foot) floating masterpiece combining yachting prestige, architectural brilliance, and five-star hospitality into one jaw-dropping address at sea.

The brainchild of Swiss entrepreneur Frank Binder and helmed by seasoned hospitality expert Alain Gruber, ULYSSIA isn’t just about changing locations. It’s about transforming perspectives—socially, culturally, and environmentally. With 133 private residences, 22 guest suites, two helicopters, and an onboard spa operated by global wellness leader Chenot, this isn’t a vacation. It’s a visionary way of life.

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Built by renowned German shipyard Meyer Werft, designed by iconic naval architect Espen Øino, and fitted with bespoke interiors by Italian design studio FM Architettura, ULYSSIA is not your average superyacht—it’s a global residential sanctuary.

Residences range from 1,184 to over 10,000 square feet, with fully fitted open-plan kitchens, elegant reception areas, and panoramic sea views. Buyers can opt for signature interiors by top-tier designers including Jean-Michel Gathy and Lenny Kravitz, or bring their own creative teams on board.

Forget guest rooms—ULYSSIA offers guest suites you can reserve for visiting friends, family, or even a celebrity chef flown in for a private soirée. And with a 2:1 crew-to-resident ratio, including personnel from dishwasher to captain, every detail is expertly managed with unparalleled discretion and care.

ULYSSIA isn’t about hopping from port to port in a blur of Instagram stories. It’s about cultural immersion with intellectual depth. “When we visit Japan, we don’t just stay for a day—we stay for a month,” says Gruber. “Before arriving, we bring in experts in various fields—art, archaeology, finance, government. We discuss Japan’s history, current events, and future trends, offering residents a deep immersion into each country we visit.”

This carefully curated programming offers far more than entertainment—it cultivates community.

And yes, you’ll wake up to a new view every few days—but with the serenity and privacy of a permanent address. As Gruber cheekily puts it: “You can buy yourself a stunning place in London, and you love that one tree, and you look at it every day. That’s great. But we give you different trees, different statues, cities, cultures, every three or four days.”

True to its mission of future-forward luxury, ULYSSIA incorporates complete medical and wellness services, including MRI diagnostics, dentistry, and emergency evacuation by helicopter. Gruber notes, “Safety and health is the most important aspect of our journey. It’s the number one point we hear when we talk and listen to our residents.”

The onboard 1,900-square-meter wellness facility is more than a spa. Powered by Chenot, it’s a longevity lab offering state-of-the-art diagnostics, holistic treatments, and bespoke wellness regimens designed to reset and restore.

And then there’s the “Air Garden”—a soaring lobby space punctuated by an aerial staircase—linked to the “Herb Garden,” a gourmet market reflecting each destination. “These won’t be your typical shops,” says interior designer Francesca Muzio. “They’ll represent the places you are visiting. So if you are in Japan, residents will be able to buy food that is local to Japan.”

Luxury doesn’t have to mean isolation. On ULYSSIA, it means impact. “With the collective resources and wealth on board,” says Gruber, “our residents can generously contribute to local communities—whether through disaster relief, marine conservation or other forms of assistance.”

Through partnerships with philanthropic organizations, ULYSSIA brings medical expertise and supplies to remote communities, showcases local artisans, and actively supports marine conservation. This isn't charity for optics—it’s baked into the ethos of the brand.

While most luxury vessels focus on opulence, ULYSSIA takes a bold step toward eco-conscious innovation. With a hybrid propulsion system designed to operate on methanol, biofuels, marine gas oil, and solar energy, the yacht aims to become the most sustainable ever built at delivery.

Add in advanced hull design, energy recovery systems, and a vision to minimise emissions, and you have a blueprint for the future of ultra-luxury travel—one that aligns indulgence with responsibility.

Set to begin construction in 2025 with delivery expected in 2029, ULYSSIA will redefine the way the world’s most elite live, explore, and give back. And with leadership drawn from top-tier luxury brands including The Ritz-Carlton, LVMH, and Cheval Blanc, the ship’s DNA is firmly rooted in excellence.

If you’ve already climbed the mountaintops, walked the red carpets, and bought the islands—maybe it’s time to consider making the ocean your permanent home.

After all, as Alain Gruber sees it: “Your life knows no boundaries.”

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