White Dragon Mega Yacht by Anton Kroshechkin Is Granted the A' Design Award in Yacht and Marine Vessels Design

Anton Kroshechkin acknowledged for yacht and marine vessels design by the international grand jury of the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition

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COMO, Italy, April 15, 2026 /DesignNewswire/ White Dragon Mega Yacht by Anton Kroshechkin has been granted the A' Design Award in the Yacht and Marine Vessels Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The award was conferred within the 2025 - 2026 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.

What the A' Design Award Means

The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.

Regarding White Dragon Mega Yacht

The White Dragon is a 150 meters mega yacht harmonizing organic sculpture with advanced marine engineering. Its defining feature is a structural exoskeleton, a colossal carved form enveloping a minimalist hull to create a fluid silhouette. The interior is anchored by the Dragon's Eye, a multi level circular atrium designed to channel natural light through the vessel's heart. Beyond aesthetics, the design integrates sustainable technology via a modular photovoltaic skin. This eight deck concept combines a private bi level owner's sanctuary with an innovative wellness hub.

About Anton Kroshechkin

Anton Kroshechkin is an independent yacht designer with a background in yacht design and fine arts. A graduate of the Stroganov Moscow State Academy of Arts and Industry, he has dedicated his professional career to the maritime sector. With over eight years of experience previously gained within design studios in Italy, Kroshechkin now focuses on independent research and high-level conceptual development for his personal portfolio. His work contributes to the evolution of luxury yachting through a commitment to high-level aesthetic expression.

Award Record

Anton Kroshechkin is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.

About the A' Yacht and Marine Vessels Design Award

The A' Yacht Design Award is an international yacht design competition recognizing good yacht designs by leading yacht designers and manufacturers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to yacht designers, naval engineers, marine vessel producers and yacht manufacturers from all countries. Entries typically include sailboats, motor yachts, catamarans, trimarans, superyachts and explorer yachts. Awarded yacht designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/yacht

About A' Design Award & Competition

A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com

Press Resources

Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/181998
A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/181998
Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!181998
Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/380613
Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.behance.net/ANTON_KROSH_DESIGN

Media Contact

Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953

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Fact Sheet

The Work

Project: White Dragon Mega Yacht
Function: Mega Yacht
Category: Yacht and Marine Vessels Design
Discipline: Industrial Design
Industry: Automotive and Luxury
Colors: Black, Dark Slate Gray, Light Slate Gray, Wheat and Seashell
Images: 5

The Recognition

Laureate: Anton Kroshechkin
Country: Italy
Recognition: A' Design Award
Edition: 2025 - 2026
Design ID: #181998

Credits

Image Credits: Designer Anton Kroshechkin, White Dragon Majestic Exterior Perspective, 2026.; Designer Anton Kroshechkin, White Dragon Sculptural Stern and Cascading Terraces, 2026.; Designer Anton Kroshechkin, White Dragon Dynamic Side Profile and Structural Exoskeleton, 2026.; Designer Anton Kroshechkin, White Dragon Cultural Symbiosis and Detailed Scales, 2026.; Designer Anton Kroshechkin, White Dragon Biophilic Interior and Dragon’s Eye Atrium, 2026.

Design Details

Unique Properties: The defining feature of the yacht is an integrated structural exoskeleton- a colossal carved sculpture wrapping the minimalist hull. The centerpiece is the Eye of Dragon, a circular panoramic atrium creating a powerful connection to the sea, allowing natural light to flow through all decks via a vertical sanctuary of light. The dragon's scales form a modular photovoltaic skin, generating solar energy.
Inspiration: The White Dragon Mega yacht is a profound tribute to Chinese cultural heritage, where the dragon symbolizes power, strength, and good fortune. The inspiration stems from the fluid, serpentine movement of this mythical creature. The design seeks to bridge the gap between traditional Eastern aesthetics and futuristic naval architecture, transforming a 150-meter vessel into a monumental floating sculpture.
Research: This design-led research explored the integration of cultural iconography into naval architecture. Using a methodology of AI-assisted formal analysis and 3D modeling, the study focused on the synergy between serpentine mythological forms and yacht hulls. The project suggests that a structural exoskeleton could potentially reduce reliance on traditional internal bulkheads, enhancing spatial flow. Insight: biophilic design and mythological symbolism significantly increase the emotional and market value of mega-yachts.
Challenge: The primary challenge was integrating a monumental organic sculpture into a high-performance 150-meter hull without compromising maritime aerodynamics and aesthetics. Overcoming the visual "heaviness" of the dragon required meticulous digital modeling to refine the exoskeleton into a balanced, load-bearing structure. Harmonizing traditional Chinese mythology with futuristic luxury standards ensured the vessel appeals to a global elite while maintaining its unique cultural soul.
Realization and Technology: The project envisions the use of large-scale 3D printing and advanced carbon-fiber composites for the sculptural exoskeleton. The vessel is powered by a hybrid hydrogen-electric propulsion system for zero-emission cruising. The Dragon's Eye atrium utilizes high-performance smart glass with embedded transparent solar cells to reduce energy consumption for climate control.
Operation and Interaction: The interior follows a biophilic philosophy, featuring a cavernous multi-level saloon with an indoor infinity pool and integrated vertical forests. The expansive foredeck serves as a multi-functional hub: a helideck, an open-air cinema, or a ceremonial plaza. Inside the dragon’s head, a secluded VIP observation lounge offers a 270-degree view. The aft deck is designed as an amphitheater-style social arena, cascading down to a luxurious beach club.
Project Duration and Location: The project commenced in September 2025 in Lucca, Italy. Currently in its final development stage, the design is scheduled for conceptual completion by late March 2026. The creative process involved extensive research into maritime engineering alongside Chinese cultural iconography and mythology. This was followed by advanced 3D modeling and AI-assisted visualization phases to ensure the structural feasibility of the intricate exoskeleton and the integration of sustainable propulsion systems.
Specifications: Technical Details LOA: 150 meters (492 ft) Beam:25 meters. Propulsion: Hybrid Hydrogen-Electric Pod Drives. Key Features:Integrated 15m Helideck, Dragon's Eye central atrium with indoor garden, Observation Nest in the bow sculpture, and a revolutionary retractable mooring system hidden within the hull to maintain aesthetic purity. Sustainability: Ocean plastic recovery filters and renewable energy harvesting via bio-mimetic hull coating.
Keywords: Yacht Design, Mega Yacht Concept, Cultural Architecture, Chinese Mythology, Structural Exoskeleton, Biophilic Interior, Sustainable Maritime, Luxury Vessel, Futuristic Design, Dragon Sculpture