“Element Palazzo Superior”, billed as “the world’s most luxurious mobile residence”/Marchi Mobile Vienna
2023.09.30 Sat posted at 20:30 JST
(CNN) When you hear the word “luxury car,” you think of Rolls-Royce Phantom, Lamborghini, and Ferrari, but the ultra-luxurious recreational vehicle (RV) Element Palazzo Superior is also on par. do not have.
The car was designed and engineered by Maruki Mobil, a subsidiary of Maruki Holding AG, a European automaker that specializes in promotional vehicles and medical trucks.
Billed by the company as “the world’s most luxurious mobile home,” this innovative RV features a unique aesthetic inspired by sports cars, airplanes, and yachts.
Each device costs between $2 million and $4 million, depending on the custom configuration, and takes about two years to manufacture.
It all started with a passion for automobile design.
The living room is equipped with a 42-inch LED LCD TV, bar cabinet, and wine refrigerator/Marchi Mobile Vienna
Mario Marchi, the founder of the Marchi Group and the driving force behind the development of the Element Palazzo Superior, is originally from Vienna, Austria, and founded the Marchi Group in 2002 out of his passion for automotive design.
Marchi began drawing up the Element’s blueprints in 2005 and built the first vehicle by hand with a team of engineers in 2010. The first Element model was released in 2012.
Since then, while the Element’s overall aesthetic has remained consistent, everything from the grille to the materials to the production line has evolved.
Over the past decade, Marchi also first started assembling units using robots. He also designed spare parts to support his customers and began using industrial carbon fiber, which was lighter, stronger and more durable, instead of the glass fiber he had originally used.
“It’s like a 4D cinema”
The car body design stands out with its large windshield that protrudes forward and the high driver’s seat./Marchi Mobile Vienna
The first thing you notice when looking at the Element Palazzo Superior is the futuristic driver’s cab with its large forward windshield and extremely high driver’s seat.
The cab, which is said to be inspired by helicopters, is located on the second floor of the Element, giving the driver the feeling of flying on the road.
The interior of the cab resembles a commercial aircraft cockpit, complete with a captain’s seat and digital dashboard.
“It’s like being in a 4D cinema. You can see the surrounding scenery 180 degrees, which is amazing.” (Mr. Marchi)
Additionally, the aerodynamic body shape was designed to reduce fuel consumption.
According to Marchi, the 28-ton Element has an air drag coefficient (wind resistance) of 0.36, making it about 20 percent more fuel efficient than a typical RV of the same size. For comparison, the average sports car has an air resistance coefficient of 0.30.
Relaxing inside the car
Mario Marchi, who led the development, says he strives to create unique car bodies that suit the objectives of every customer./Marchi Mobile Vienna
The Element’s body is approximately 12 to 14 meters long and approximately 2.6 meters wide (approximately 5 meters when fully deployed). It features oval windows inspired by yacht portholes, chrome-plated trim and what Marquis calls “race car design lines.”
The 68 square meters of living space also includes radiant floor heating, ambient lighting, adjustable temperature zones, a top-of-the-line kitchenette, fireplace and automatic sliding doors.
The living room area is one of Marchi’s favorites, with a wraparound sofa, 42-inch LED LCD TV, bar cabinet and wine refrigerator, perfect for entertaining guests.
Royal specifications
A king-sized bed made by Hypnos, a purveyor to the British royal family, placed proudly in a private space/Marchi Mobile Vienna
A discreet sliding door on the far side of the kitchen reveals the spacious main bedroom.
This private space features a dressing area, large-screen TV, ample storage space, and a king-sized bed made by Hypnos, a product approved by the British royal family.
The main bedroom also has a separate “spa room” equipped with a rain shower and phototherapy device, making it feel like you’re relaxing in a luxury hotel.
rooftop terrace
The roof section features a rooftop terrace called the “Sky Lounge,” reminiscent of a yacht’s flybridge. This terrace emerges from within the roof using an automatic lifting system.
The Element is fully equipped to keep you entertained on the go, including built-in furniture, a Steinway Lindorff sound system, radiant floor heating, and a sun canopy, but if anything is missing, you can customize it. It’s possible, Marchi says.
Many of Maruki Group’s customers are wealthy individuals and companies, some of whom travel by car a lot for work, and others who prefer to travel by car rather than by plane. At other times, some customers plan to use the vehicle for events and promotions.
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2023-09-30 11:30:00
