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A collaboration between Laurent Giles Superyacht Architects and H2 Yacht Design sees the development of Project Atlas, a modern superyacht that embodies the meaning of hybrid design.

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Laurent Giles is one of the longest established and respected independent Yacht Design and Naval Architecture firms in the business.

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Celebrating 90 Years of Yacht Design

With over 1400 designs under our belts we offer a unique breadth of experience in all types of yacht design and naval architecture.

Our Approach as Naval Architects

Established in 1927 Laurent Giles is one of the oldest names in yacht design, with over 1400 designs under our belts we offer a unique breadth of experience in all types of yacht design and naval architecture.

From initial concept development and technical support to class and flag approval, structural design and through build support, we can work with you throughout your project to ensure it’s success.

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Working at the forefront of yacht design for the last 90 years, with designs spanning a uniquely diverse range of yachts, has given Laurent Giles an unequalled breadth of experience.

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A Laurent Giles concept is developed with both naval architecture and design embedded from the start. All our concepts are driven by both function and form.

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Ben Rogerson Yacht Design

Specialists in performance yacht and powercraft design..

Ben Rogerson Yacht Design is a design and consultancy service with an international operation based out of Hamble, on the South Coast of the UK. We specialise in performance sailing yacht and motorboat design. BRYD provides a diverse range of services from naval architecture and concept design, through to detailed mechanical component engineering. We pride ourselves on delivering first class bespoke custom yacht design for performance yachts, luxury motoryachts and leisure craft.

Learn more about BRYD, our team and our background.

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We offer a variety of yacht design services, including:, concept design.

At the heart of our design process is our ability to communicate and effectively transfer our client’s vision into reality.

Naval Architecture & Engineering

Developing hull form and appendage configuration, by utilising advanced in-house parametric design processes and further analytical methods.

Performance Analysis

In partnership with Steuart Lynes MEng MIet, we have devoted a significant amount of resources into the development of our in-house performance analysis tool set.

3D Modelling & Production Design

At BRYD we have invested significantly into our trade tools, using high end Parametric Modelling PLM software, Siemens NX.

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Interiors and exteriors are made holistic by being underpinned by complementary tenets, a focus on the experience beyond the visuals, inspiration from nature whilst supporting our environment, exquisite detailing, and appreciation for the highest standards of craftsmanship. Details and structural shapes alike are rational; simple without being stark; and even the smallest details will excite and inspire.

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Discover our yacht design portfolio, a testament to transcendent design. Immerse in featured projects where innovation and sophistication converge, crafting spaces that celebrate the artistry of nature and human ingenuity.

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Heseltine Design Ltd’s mission is to provide their clients with all consultation in luxury yacht and superyacht design. We can design every aspect of your superyacht or residential design, from the exterior concept to the lighting and entertainment features, all the interior joinery and detailing.

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Creating timeless elegance for discerning clients, from our New Forest studio on the south coast of England. Where beautifully crafted interiors exude comfort and style, through fine finishes and pinpoint precision, as celebrated by the prestigious World Superyacht Awards.

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Whether you’re commissioning a completely new yacht build or your current vessel is in need of a refit, it’s vital you choose a yacht design team that’s creative, innovative and able to deliver a project on time. Chrysalis Yacht Design is a full-service yacht design firm based in the UK specialising in the design of luxury motor yachts and superyachts.

We offer a comprehensive range of services, from concept design and engineering to interior design and outfitting, as well as project management and construction supervision services. The end result is a distinctive, beautifully designed yacht that carefully considers functionality as well as proportions, styling and detailing, and colour and materials, and fully articulates your vision.

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Creative solutions for new-build projects and successful refits

Our team of experienced naval architects, engineers, designers and shipyards, work together to create custom made yachts. We also deliver refit programmes of all sizes. This demonstrates versatility in the ever-evolving yachting industry and addresses a growing market need by breathing new life into older vessels.

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A bespoke team of creative specialists for each project

Every project includes a hand-picked team of experts who offer a design and management service tailored to your unique needs and preferences. From the initial concepts through to the design and build, we work closely with you at every step of the project to deliver a seamless service and ensure we achieve the look and functionality you require.

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DESIGN UNLIMITED

Fulfilling our clients aspirations through intelligent design and shared passion..

Design Unlimited is a versatile yacht design studio with an established reputation for excellence in both interior design and exterior styling.  The multi-award winning team, led by founder Mark Tucker, excels in new challenges and welcomes the opportunity to work alongside owners looking to realise their own distinctive visions.  Our diverse portfolio and creative style enables us to meet client briefs with confidence and efficiency.  Our extensive experience and practical approach can be relied upon and trusted.  Cooperation and versatility lie at the core of everything that the studio creates with the ultimate aim of total client satisfaction.

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Our interior design and exterior styling can be seen in both production ranges and full-custom new build superyachts, as well as refit and restoration projects.

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7 British Yacht Design Studios You Need To Know About

Written by Brodie Hayward - Wednesday, December 30, 2020

When it comes to superior yacht design, the UK is a force to be reckoned with. The nation’s maritime history and longstanding design pedigree have given rise to a vibrant and high-calibre industry renowned the world over.

Many stalwarts of the exclusive British yacht design scene have been around for the best part of a century, having masterminded exquisite architecture and interiors for many thousands of vessels during that time. And many newer entrants to the market have proven that innovative thinking can transform how we look at traditional design, too.

Let’s look at 7 of the best British yacht design studios you need to know about.

1.  Winch Design

London-based Winch Design – named after its founder, Andrew Winch – is one of the global yacht design market’s most influential players.

Founded in 1986, the studio employs over 100 people – and over the last 35 years, it has amassed a portfolio of the world’s most exquisite yachts. Winch Design also works across land and sea, with numerous private jets and multi-million-pound properties to its name.

Its notable projects include the 99m Madame Gu, which won Superyacht of the Year 2014 at the World Superyachts Awards in Amsterdam. The team also designed the strikingly beautiful interior of the Cloud 9 ( recently sold and now named Lady Jorgia ) a 74m yacht which features helipad, spa and swimming pool.

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2.  Terence Disdale Design

Terence Disdale is another legend of the yacht design world. Often dubbed the “Rockstar” of the industry, Disdale and his Richmond-upon-Thames studio are behind many of the most famous and celebrated superyachts today.

His 40-year career began in notably humble fashion, as he didn’t receive any formal training in yacht design. Instead, he was tutored by the iconic Jon Bannenberg, whose studio also paved the way for several other leading designers, including Andrew Winch. 

Disdale’s more casual style – with his famous mantra of “beach-house not penthouse” – continues to be highly sought-after. This can be seen in the 53.5m Hurricane Run .

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3.  Design Unlimited

Founded in 2000, Design Unlimited provides an innovative take on traditional yacht design and has won awards for its fresh approach.

One look at the sailing yacht, Pink Gin VI will tell you all you need to know about the team’s quirky ethos. Design Unlimited’s founder, Mark Tucker, boasts an impressive CV, having cut his teeth at Camper & Nicholson’s Yachts and worked his way up the ranks at Ken Freivokh Design before taking the plunge with his own consultancy.

Custom projects include the 65m Shemara , in which the team completely refitted a 1930s gentleman’s motoryacht. It brought the entire vessel up to modern standards, while retaining her classic charm.

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4.  Seymour Diamond

Fiona Diamond’s eponymous studio is called upon by clients the world over to design the interiors of not only superyachts, but also luxury property and aircraft. Diamond worked closely with Terence Disdale for many years before launching her Mayfair-based company in 2010. 

Despite being a relative newcomer within the yacht design industry, the business is making a name for itself as the go-to interior specialist of choice. Seymour Diamond prides itself on a hands-on approach and exquisite attention to detail. It recently worked on the 92.5m Royal Romance , which cost upwards of $200 million.

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5.  Adam Lay Studio

Founded in 2003 in Stockbridge, Adam Lay Studio is a boutique design house that has won countless awards for its iconic projects.

Mentored by John Munford for seven years, another noted custom superyacht designer, Lay has built a reputation for discretion. He also prides himself on truly getting under the skin of client briefs, to not only deliver what owners are looking for – but to exceed their expectations.

The studio’s projects include the Lady Kathryn V , an ornately styled superyacht that evokes the classic and timeless elegance of years gone by.

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6.  Bannenberg & Rowell Design

The name Bannenberg holds a lot of sway in the world of superyacht design. Jon Bannenberg is considered the Grandfather of the modern industry, having pioneered an entirely new aesthetic in the 1960s which is still adhered to today. 

And it’s clear the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Bannenberg & Rowell, now arguably one of – if not the – most famous yacht design studios in the world, was set up by the late Jon’s son, Dickie and his business partner, Simon Rowell. Despite being a company steeped in history, the team remains at the forefront of cutting-edge creativity, working with each client to create something that perfectly matches their style.

Notable projects include the award-winning 65m Galactica Star, a £50 million superyacht which was chartered by Beyoncé and Jay-Z for a holiday in 2015.

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7.  Gresham Yacht Design

Founded by Bahamas-born Steve Gresham, the Gresham Yacht Design studio is now based a little closer to home, in Hampshire.

Having originally worked as part of the engineering team at Williams Formula 1, Gresham moved into superyacht design and launched his studio in 2013. Utilising his keen eye for detail, alongside a desire to continually innovate, Gresham’s work is renowned for its technical excellence. The studio often collaborates with Seymour Diamond, with the former leading on yacht design and the latter handling the interior fit-out and finishing touches.

Gresham’s most famous work includes the MV Alucia, a luxury, 56m research and exploration yacht that played a key role in filming footage for BBC’s Blue Planet II.

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United Kingdom Yacht Design.

Welcome to the realm of "United Kingdom Yacht Design", a distinct section within the NAVIS Superyacht Directory that curates a selection of the finest yacht designers and yacht interior designers from the heart of the United Kingdom.

The United Kingdom, a nation steeped in maritime history and innovation, has produced a lineage of yacht designers that have left an indelible mark on the world of yacht design. In this comprehensive directory, NAVIS brings together the most exceptional talents in British yacht and interior design, each with their unique aesthetic and creative vision that pushes the boundaries of what's possible on water.

Here, you will find meticulously curated profiles and a high-resolution gallery showcasing the splendid work of these designers. From stunning exterior designs that balance aesthetics and performance to luxurious interiors that fuse style with seaworthiness, each design tells a tale of innovation, luxury, and an innate understanding of the yachting lifestyle.

But the narrative of United Kingdom yacht design is ever-evolving. As we continually discover emerging talents and innovative studios pushing the forefront of luxury yacht design, we invite our readers to join us on this journey. If you wish to suggest a new talent, an innovative design studio, or a boundary-pushing artist that deserves recognition, please do not hesitate to  contact NAVIS.

Our United Kingdom Yacht Design section is not just a directory; it's a testament to British craftsmanship and innovation in yacht design. We invite you to explore, admire, and be inspired.

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Energy, talent and creativity are at the core of everything RWD produces in their beautiful New Forest riverside studios in the UK.   Established in 1993, their young and enthusiastic team create amongst the most celebrated yachts in the Superyacht industry.

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Princess design team

In 1965, the Princess Design Team launched their first 31-footer. Since then, Princess Yachts have modified the rules of luxury cruising, from their legendary Flybridge range and thrilling V-Class sports yachts, to their long-range Motor Yachts and ground-breaking M-Class superyachts.

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Philippe Briand was born in a family in which racing was a long-established tradition. He began his career as a dinghy sailor in La Rochelle, France, at the age of 9. His father, an Olympian Sailor, was always an inspiration. At the age of 22, he had created his first series of yachts and was sailing them.

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Designing a superyacht is a personal experience and involves making an overwhelming amount of choices.

By Sophie Killip

For those seasoned individuals who have experience chartering yachts , visiting friends’ yachts, sailing the high seas, or maybe even purchasing their first pre-designed yacht, the next thrill might come from building their own vessel. Although designing your own superyacht is a truly personal experience, it also involves making an overwhelming amount of choices. This is why the first step to building a new superyacht should always be to choose a designer to work with – and there are several yacht interior designers you can choose from.

Whether it’s considering how the internal spaces of your yacht will work, what furniture or materials are used, or even working out the external design for your new vessel, collaborating with a designer will make the process of creating your dream superyacht as stress-free and easy as possible. To help, Elite Traveler has created a list of yacht interior (and exterior, in some cases) designers that should be on your radar – and if you’re also on the lookout for a new yacht builder, why not discover our list of the best luxury yacht builders in the world ?

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Winch Design

Our list of the best yacht interior designers kicks off with  Winch Design. Originally founded by Andrew Winch and his wife Jane in 1986, at the time it was known as Andrew Winch Designs. It was rebranded as Winch Designs in 2015 but has been one of the UK’s leading superyacht and private jet design studios for over thirty years. Winch Design’s yacht studio is now led by Jim Dixon and the team has created a multitude of extraordinary projects, all of which are highly bespoke and tailored to each client’s specific requests.

One of Winch Design’s most recent yacht projects was the 260 ft M/Y Excellence , which shipbuilder Abeking & Rasmussen say was its “most challenging project to date”. Its owner worked closely with the design studio to create a yacht with interiors inspired by the “Floridian East Cost Deco” style and that felt both personal to him and welcoming to any guest on board. “ Excellence was a very exciting project to be involved with and [she] tested the team to their creative limits,” says senior partner, Ignacio Oliva-Vele.

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Terence disdale design.

Based in the UK, Terence Disdale Design is one of the yachting industry’s most respected design studios. The team works on both the interior and exterior design of some of the world’s most incredible yachts, with previous projects including M/Y Eclipse , one of the biggest superyachts in the world. The studio was founded by Terence Disdale, who – despite having no formal training – is one of the most sought-after designers in the industry.

Disdale set up his eponymous studio in 1972 after working for famous designer Jon Bannenberg (Bannenberg’s studio was also where Andrew Winch and Tim Heywood learned their craft). Across his extraordinary 40-year career Disdale and his studio have designed over 100 yachts, including more than 50 superyachts. His wide-ranging design style often follows the mantra of ‘beach house, not penthouse’, with concepts often finding inspiration from the ocean.

Sorgiovanni Designs

Australian yacht designer Sam Sorgiovanni’s career began after he studied Industrial Design and found his first position working for shipbuilder Oceanfast. It was thanks to the experience he gained at this renowned shipbuilder that Sorgiovanni decided to set up his own studio, launching Sorgiovanni Designs in 1997 in Fremantle, Western Australia. The studio has also recently opened an office in Monaco in order to expand its design services to Europe.

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Sorgiovanni believes it’s important to “keep one eye on the past” when designing projects, “in order to avoid making the same mistakes” as before. Previous yacht designs that he has worked on include the 390 ft Amana in collaboration with Oceanco, and the exteriors of the 270 ft Secret. When Sorgiovanni is not working on a particular project, he is also traveling the world to consult on yacht designs for clients, working with a variety of suppliers and shipbuilders.

Zaniz Studio

Next up on our list of the best yacht interior designers is Zaniz Studio. The company was founded in New York City by English-American designer Zaniz Jakubowski – who up until recently, had rarely been able to discuss her astounding portfolio of projects due to the NDAs that came with the commissions. The studio has an international reputation for creating iconic and innovative projects, which always have strong attention to detail. As well as designing for both private and commercial yachts, Zaniz Studio works across other industries, including creating theatre sets and residential and commercial interiors.

One of Zaniz Studio’s latest projects – and one it was able to share – was the 350 ft superyacht Luminosity , which went on the market last year for over $266 million. The studio was responsible for both the interior and exterior of Luminosity, which was built by Italian shipyard Benetti. What is most interesting is that the team abandoned the typical format of designing the exterior first, followed by the interior; instead, the superyacht has been designed from the inside out.

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Nuvolari Lenard

Well known for its timeless design style, Nuvolari Lenard is one of the largest – and most active – luxury yacht design studios in the world, founded in 1992 by naval architect and mechanical engineer Carlo Nuvolari and stylist Dan Lenard. The studio is based in Italy’s island city, Venice, and draws heavy influence from the city for its classic yacht designs, combining strong architectural lines with a deep passion and understanding for the sea. One of its latest projects was the 465 ft Nord (previously called Project Opus).

Not only is Nuvolari Lenard based in Venice, but it also has a renowned Design Center on the outskirts of the city that hosts architects and designers working on a range of tasks. Inside the Design Center is a scale yacht model workshop that gives designers the opportunity to visualize their concepts and research shapes before confirming a final design. The interior design section of the studio’s Design Center also features a showroom where clients and designers can discuss fabrics and materials.

[See more: Nuvolari Lenard Reveals Latest Yacht Concept Design]

Patrick Knowles Designs

With decades of experience in the marine industry under his belt, Patrick Knowles is one of America’s top yacht designers. His studio, Patrick Knowles Designs , specializes in custom megayacht and superyacht interiors, as well as designing for private aircraft. The team at Patrick Knowles Design prides themselves on their creativity and a strong commitment to making sure projects are finished on time, while also exceeding expectations.

One of Patrick Knowles Designs’ award-winning projects was a Key West-inspired 206 ft ISA displacement superyacht. The owners requested an interior that felt like a five-star tropical resort; through a design that incorporated vibrant murals of plants and aquatic life, lush fabrics and furnishings, and the use of environmentally friendly, natural materials including bamboo, palm wood and coconut shells, Patrick Knowles delivered. The onboard showcase piece is a 30-foot-tall light fixture constructed from Murano glass that sits within the spiral staircase, joining all three levels.

Tillberg Design of Sweden

Our list of the most exclusive yacht interior designers would not be complete without mentioning Tillberg Design of Sweden. Founded in 1964 in Höganäs, the practice has been designing timeless Scandinavian-inspired interiors on board some of the world’s most luxurious vessels for over five decades.

Known for its meticulous craftsmanship, use of quality materials and expert lighting, when it comes to creating beautiful spaces you’re in safe hands with Tillberg Design of Sweden. Perhaps most impressive is the studio’s latest project designing the interiors onboard the gigantic 728-foot superyacht Somnio .

The recently released renderings reveal stunning dream-like rooms expertly blending indoor and outdoor spaces. Future owners that are lucky enough to live on the world’s first residential yacht liner will be given the opportunity to work with the prestigious design firm over three months to create their dream apartment.

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What makes the British superyacht industry great?

1. let’s start at the beginning.

The British superyacht industry is, in some sense, a glittering flotilla of individuals and superyacht businesses who are bonded by a common strand of British nautical DNA. At the risk of stating the obvious, the British do like yachting. They have always liked yachting and generally, they’ve been quite good at it. Whether it was King Edward VII’s grand racing exploits on the Cote D’Azur or the superyacht design rock that was dropped in the UK’s design pond in the 1960s by the modern master of superyacht design, Jon Bannenberg , the UK and superyachts have an unbreakable union that persists to this day. No other nation has unfurled its superyacht expertise as often as this island nation has.

Perhaps, there is nothing particularly ground-breaking in that statement, but it does trigger a contemplation on the continuing cultural link of Britain to the business of the sea. So, it is in 2022 as it was in 1754 when novelist Henry Fielding described British sailors as “…perfect masters of their business, always extremely alert and ready in executing it, without any regard to fatigue or hazard,” indeed he could have described any of the then British maritime trades in the same way.

The Restoration of 1660 had the new King Charles II return to England with a passion for the yachts he had seen during his exile in Holland. Charles II had become familiar with the Dutch practice of canal and river boats being luxuriously fitted out for the comfort of the grandees of Dutch society as they travelled by water from town to town. Yachts became a passion for the new king. Although the Dutch gifted him the yacht Mary , Charles wanted better. English diarist Samuel Pepys wrote on 8 November 1660, that Mary “…is one of the finest things that I ever saw for neatness and room in so small a vessel” and on the King’s command a new yacht was commissioned, the designers and builders of which had to surpass Mary and had to do so as a matter of honour and national pride. That yacht became Katherine , the first British designed and built luxury yacht which would eventually make Britain world class luxury yacht builders.

2. Reimaging the future of superyachts

This history has created a narrative from which the British superyacht world draws inspiration, and the rest of the superyacht industry looks to for expertise. All of which gets pulled together by Superyacht UK, the trade association that represents the British superyacht industry. On another level, in the field of superyacht design, the UK often leads.

Jon Bannenberg is described as the father of modern superyacht design. His influence in determining what large superyachts look like is without parallel. Bannenberg, and those who once trained with Jon Bannenberg, have dominated the large superyacht design world for many years. Leading design house RWD had a close connection with that Bannenberg ecosystem with Mark Whitely having worked with Bannenberg alumnus Andrew Winch. RWD is regularly designing one-off bemouths to be built at Lürssen, Feadship or Amels.

The UK is still an unrivalled centre for superyacht design, whether it is interior or exterior styling or indeed yachting naval architecture. For example, the Solent University degree programmes in yacht and power craft design have their former students working at superyacht naval architectural offices and superyacht builders across the world. Some return to tank test their more challenging designs before those superyachts are built in the Netherlands, Italy or Germany.

3. We still build superyachts…. And the clever stuff that makes them!

It is true that the UK may no longer be building the volume of superyachts built elsewhere, but what the UK does design, and build is wanted because of its innovation and the quality of its crafts. The 19th century yacht building excellence that existed on the river Clyde has been inherited by Sunseeker International, Oyster Yachts , Princess Yachts and at Pendennis .

The newly launched Sunseeker 100 is a strikingly luxurious diminutive cruiser whilst the Princess X Class range has torn up the rule book on pocket superyachts. The X Class is a brilliant British superyacht collaboration between Princess Yachts and designers Olesinki who teamed up with Italian styling powerhouse Pininfarina . As of January 2022, Princess Yachts had 30 orders for their X80 . Innovation in design yes, but always underpinned by a tradition of doing things right.

The new is always energising, but one could not fail to stand in awe of the restoration of the classic 1929 built clipper bowed gentleman’s cruising yacht, the 71 metre Haida 1929 . The restoration was conceived by British designer Adam Lay and beautifully executed by Pendennis. Rebuilt with tenderness and respect. But the UK also has a thriving network that exports marine equipment and provides some of the most spectacular tenders.

4. We know our stuff

The ancestry of a company like Falcon Tenders is an important element of their success. A modern heritage brand if you will. The legendary yacht design and naval architecture of William Fife , GL Watson , or Laurent Giles set the standard in the Golden Age of luxury yachting. Laurent Giles are still part of a cohort of British superyacht subject matter experts that are in demand all over the world, because they are good at what they do. They were responsible for the naval architecture on the new Wally 27m why200 hybrid superyacht , and they are currently working on a 110m hybrid yacht known as Project Atlas. This technical subject matter expertise is widely sought after. The names change but the expertise stays the same. BMT Nigel Gee was a mainstay of the superyacht scene.

They are now Lateral but their know-how and know-why is undiminished and unchanged with current projects stretching from the Netherlands to Turkey. Lateral’s story is not unusual. British-based naval architects, engineers and surveyors are often called upon to do the technical grubby stuff necessary to make a superyacht build or refit successful. If you find yourself at a superyacht builder and ask to speak to the owner’s rep, often that person will be employed by one of the British houses. A Royale Oceanic or Winterbothams surveyor or technical expert is a familiar sight at many a European superyacht builder.

5.  The small print

And when you’re not bumping into a Superyacht UK member surveying or approving the engineering of a superyacht, you will almost certainly find the lawyer or the insurer or the guys who set up the ownership structures sat somewhere in the UK. The way the superyacht world does business has for more than 20 years been built on the legal and tax expertise of some of the best corporate and superyacht lawyers in the world.  HfW, Hill Dickinson, Lester Aldridge amongst others, have framed, legally, how superyachts are built, bought, and sold for many years. It’s true that English law is not everyone’s favourite cup of tea, however even those contracts that are governed by Dutch, German or Italian law have often taken as their text the contracts drafted in the UK where we have a tradition of yacht-specific law that goes back more than a hundred years.

The same goes for insurance and the UK. British superyacht insurance is built upon an insurance tradition that goes back 350 years. The grandfather of modern superyacht insurance broking Nick Sturge, the venerable but now retired and ever charming former paterfamilias of what is now Howden Sturge, had an approach to insurance which is founded on a deep understanding not only of yachting but also needs of the yacht owner that came from the principle that expertise is knowledge plus customer service.

The UK has been very much part of the growth and development of the global superyacht industry of the last twenty years. The British superyacht industry independently or through its trade association Superyacht UK, has often gone about its work quietly but expertly. No Union Jacks have been planted but, the superyacht industry in the UK has time and again demonstrated expertise and the willingness to collaborate with colleagues around the world, a quality that Superyacht UK has wonderfully sponsored. The world often comes to the UK, in part, because the depth of our experience but, they also do so because we are nation of sailors and people who love yachts.

For more information about the UK superyacht industry, visit Superyacht UK

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Superyacht.com's Top Interiors of 2021

By Danny Wiser

As the old adage goes 'it doesn't matter what you look like on the outside, it's what's on the inside that counts. Whilst at Superyachts.com we of course value exterior design, 2021 has seen a series of new creations kiss the waters packed out with magnificent interiors. Here are some of our favourites...

Cloud 9 The Italian city of Milan has long been with synonymous with good taste. Host to labels such as Versace, Armani and Dolce & Gabbana, the city is packed out with beautifully dressed individuals who spend their days roaming around the intricate architecture of the Piazza del Duomo and admiring the beauty of the displays in the high-end stores that make up the stunning Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. It therefore comes as no surprise that Milan was the birthplace and childhood inspiration of Francesco Paszkowski who designed the interiors for this 61.5m enchantress. Her matt grey colour scheme makes for a deeply relaxing and classy feel that is brought to life by the light of the outdoor living areas. 

Moskito Dubbed the 'father of modern yacht design', Jon Bannenberg's involvement on any project is always likely to elicit excitement from yacht enthusiasts. Bannenberg & Rowell Design's involvement on this project of course did not fail to deliver as her contemporary interior creates a wonderful ambience. Her white Thassos marble flooring in the owner’s suite bathroom is a particular highlight, making the Dutch vessel a perfect getaway yacht for interior connoisseurs.

Triumph Just like Cloud 9, Triumph is another Italian creation, this time out of Benetti's shipyard who were also responsible for her magnificent interior. Owned by Sarah and Chris Dawson, executive chairman of the British retail chain The Range, Triumph includes not only includes a wild range of features for those who want to unwind and relax but so too a style that sets her apart from the rest thanks to some additional help from Green & Mingarelli Design. Plant life can be found across in most rooms bringing a sense of connection back to the land even when cruising across the high seas.

Victorious British based design studio, H2 Yacht Design designed the interior of Victorious who features accommodation for 24 guests in 12 cabins, including a private deck for the owner’s personal usage. Packed with amenities for family cruising, her interior is mindful of a child friendly design. This however, did not get in the way of luxury and risks were taking including the installation of glorious walnut flooring balancing together both functionality and aestethic. This delicate balance between style and function was perfected by the studio and after a 14 year long wait for her delivery, most would look at her and agree that the patience was worthwhile. 

"TRIUMPH [is] unquestionably the most ground breaking Benetti yacht on the water today." Manuele Thiella, CEO Royal Yacht International

"TRIUMPH [is] unquestionably the most ground breaking Benetti yacht on the water today."

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The Top 20 Superyacht Designers: Find the Right Designer for You

If you're in the market for a superyacht, the most important decision you'll make is finding the right designer to work with, this decision will have a drastic impact on the final design of your yacht. With so many talented designers out there, it can be tough to decide who is the best fit for your project. In this article, we will take a look at the top 20 superyacht designers working today at the cutting edge of yacht design.

To help you make an informed decision we'll discuss their areas of specialism, what makes them unique and what kind of yacht owner they are best suited to . By the end of this article, you should have a good idea of which superyacht designer is right for your next project.

Artelier Art Consultancy

Location: United Kingdom & International

Years in the Industry: 15 years

Notable Projects: Art Selection for M/Y Serene, M/Y Zen, M/Y Dilbar, M/Y Plvs Vltra, M/Y Neninka

Specialised: Art collection for superyachts

Website: https://www.artelier.com/art-consultant-yachts

Here at Artelier we are an art consultancy specialising in the placement of art onboard superyachts. As a leading yacht art consultant, Artelier provides complete art collections & bespoke commissioning services for superyachts working either with the design team or directly with the owner.

Each artwork collection is carefully designed to reflect the interiors of the ship as well as the owner's taste and style you can discover more about our offerings here. Having worked closely with many superyacht designers over the years we have put together this comprehensive list of our top 20 superyacht designers working today.

1. Bannenberg and Rowell

Location: London, UK

Years in the Industry: 60+ years

Notable Projects: 65-metre Heesen Galactica Star, Feadship Predator, 85 metre Lürssen Pacific

Specialised: Yacht interiors and exteriors

Recognition: 5 World Superyacht Awards & Jon Bannenberg's Legacy

Website: www.bannenbergandrowell.com

Bannenberg & Rowell is one of the world's leading superyacht design firms. Dickie Bannenberg has taken the reigns from his father the legendary Jon Bannenberg, often referred to as the 'godfather of modern yacht design' his studio paved the way for many of the industry's leading designers including Andrew Winch.

The studio is stands out for their truly bespoke yachts, starting from a blank page they work closely with their clients from the yachts initial concept all the way through to final details such as linens and crew uniforms.

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2. Feadship

Location: The Netherlands

Years in the Industry: Founded in 1849

Notable Projects: 85-meter Ecstasea , 110.5 meter Anna, 78.2 meters Venus (Commissioned by Steve Jobs), 83.5 meters Savannah

Specialised: Ship build, design & exteriors

Recognition: The only superyacht builder with a Royal warrant from His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands.

Website: www.feadship.nl

Feadship is a superyacht builder based in the Netherlands with a rich history dating back to 1849 when two Dutch families, De Vries and Royal Van Lent, joined forces. These days Feadship is still family-owned and operated and specializes in building custom superyachts of the highest quality in collaboration with leading designers or with their own in-house team. All Feadship superyachts are built entirely to order and the company prides itself on its ability to turn clients' dreams into reality.

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3. Winch Design

Location: London

Years in the Industry: 30+ years

Notable Projects: 133 metre Al Mirqab, 90.2 metre Phoenix 2, 87 meter Ace, 99 metre Madame Gu and 62 metre Sea Owl, 88.5 metre Cloud 9

Specialisation: Interior & Exterior Design

Recognition: 6 World Superyacht Awards, 19 Showboats Design Awards,

Website: www.winchdesign.com

Winch Design is a luxury yacht design & build firm with over 30 years experience in the superyacht industry. Founded by Andrew Winch, they have worked on some of the world's most iconic superyachts the 133 metre Al Mirqab and 88.5 metre Cloud 9. Most well known for their interiors, Winch design have won at least 3 awards for the interiors of superyachts they have worked on.

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4. Tillberg Design of Sweden

Location: Hoganas, Sweden, Poland, Miami & Singapore

Years in the Industry: 50+ years

Notable Projects: 222 metres Somnio Yacht (master planning & interiors concept), 120 metres Desert Pearl, Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection

Specialisation: Naval Architecture & Exterior Design

Recognition: 3 x Gazelle Award for Fastest Growing Company in Sweden

If you're looking for a design firm that can take your project to the next level, look no further than Tillberg Design of Sweden. With over 50 years of experience in the industry, Tillberg Design is a pioneer in cutting-edge design and innovation, currently working on 222m Somnio the world's largest superyacht.

Their team of talented designers have a wealth of knowledge and contacts in the industry, and they're always up-to-date on the latest resources and technologies. From commercial shipping to hospitality and leisure, Tillberg Design has a proven track record of success in a variety of sectors. And with offices worldwide, they can handle projects of any scope or size.

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5. Nauta Design

Location: Milan, Italy

Years in the Industry: 50 years

Notable Projects: M/Y Azzam (the world's largest superyacht), M/Y Eclipse, S/Y Serene, M/Y Dilbar

Specialisation: Exterior & Interior Design

Recognition: 40+ awards from superyacht and boating competitions.

Website: www.nautadesign.com

Nauta Design is a superyacht design studio based in Milan, Italy with over 50 years experience in the industry. The Studio was founded by Mario Pedol and Massimo Gregori Passera who have worked on some of the world's most iconic superyachts including the world's largest superyacht 180 metre Azzam. Nauta Design is widely recognized as one of the leading superyacht design studios in the world with a team of over 60 designers and architects.

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6. Rémi Tessier

Location: Paris, France

Years in the Industry: 20+ years

Notable Projects: 97 metres M/Y Vava II, 49 metres Satori, 55 metres Kahalani, 49 metres Zefira

Specialisation: Yacht Interiors & Furniture

Recognition: Over 12 International Awards

Website: https://www.remi-tessier.com/

Rémi Tessier is one of the world's most revered yacht interior designers, known for his sophisticated and timeless designs. His approach to design is founded in simplicity, where function determines form. Each interior project is client-tailored and bespoke, but all share a peaceful elegance. Rémi believes that luxury and refinement should be sensed rather than ostentatiously forced. As such, exceptional quality and impeccable detail are the cornerstones of his design philosophy.

Rémi's Paris studio is home to an international team of designers, though he personally oversees every millimetre of each scheme. He has designed interiors for private residences, yachts, private jets, and bespoke furniture collections.

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7. Francis Design

Years in the Industry: 40+ years

Notable Projects: 124 metres Golden Odyssey, 74.5 metre Zeus, 59.2 metre Senses

Specialisation: Superyacht Interiors & Exteriors

Website: www.francisdesign.com

Francis Design is a superyacht design studio based in Southampton, UK with over 40 years experience in the industry. The Studio was founded by Martin Francis who is one of the world's most established superyacht designers. He has worked on some of the world's most iconic superyachts including the 124 metre Golden Odyssey.

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8. Seymour Diamond

Location: London, Mayfair

Specialisation: Yacht Interior Design

Recognition: Awards for best interiors

Notable Projects: 164 metres MY Eclipse, MY Al Salamah, 115 metres MY Pelorus

Website: www.seymourdiamond.com

Seymour Diamond is a company with a rich history in yacht design. Founded by Fiona Diamond in 2010, the company has over 30 years of experience in the industry, and has been responsible for some of the world's most iconic and award-winning yachts.

Seymour Diamond is known for their attention to detail and their ability to translate a client's vision into a workable reality. Their clients are at the heart of everything they do, and Seymour Diamond is dedicated to providing a service that is tailored to each individual's needs. Whether it is for an interior or exterior design, Seymour Diamond values above all originality and diversity.

9. Reymond Langton

Location: Bath, UK

Notable Projects: 80 metres M/Y Artefact, 93 metres M/Y Lady S, 56 metres M/Y Galvas, 109 metres

Specialisation: Yacht Interiors & Exteriors

Recognition: Best Interior Design, Boat International

Website: www.reymondlangtondesign.com

Pascale Reymond and Andrew Langton are the creative minds behind the successful design studio, Reymond Langton. For over a decade, the duo has been impressing clients with their innovative and functional designs. Whether it's a superyacht or private residence, Reymond Langton is dedicated to creating spaces that are as stylish as they are practical.

They understand that every client is unique and strives to exceed expectations by delivering projects on time and within budget. With a wealth of experience in the industry, it's no wonder that Reymond Langton is one of the most sought-after design studios in the world.

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10. H2 Yacht Design

Years in the Industry: 28 years

Notable Projects: 85 metres Victorious, 80 metres Tatiana, 75 metres Arrow

Specialisation: Yacht Refits, interiors & Exteriors

Recognition: World Superyacht Awards Nomination

Website: https://www.h2yachtdesign.com/

H2 Yacht Design is a London-based firm that specialises in superyacht design. The company was founded in 1994 by Jonny Horsfield, a former car designer who found his true passion in the world of yacht design.

H2 has worked on both new-builds and refits, and their portfolio includes some of the most impressive yachts in the world. One of their most well-known projects is Talisman C, a 54 metre superyacht that was delivered in 2005. H2’s commitment to excellence and attention to detail has earned them a reputation as one of the leading superyacht design firms in the world.

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11. De Basto Designs

Location: Miami, Florida, USA

Years in the Industry: 20 years

Notable Projects: 90 metres Dar, 53 metres Tala, Nautilus

Recognition: Award Winning Studio

Website: www.luizdebasto.com

A world-renowned name in maritime design, De Basto has been responsible for some of the most iconic and luxurious boats and yachts ever built. Specialising in custom and production vessels, as well as one-of-a-kind commercial designs, the company has an unrivalled knowledge of maritime trends and possibilities. No matter what your vision for your vessel, De Basto is available to consult across every stage of the design journey, from preliminary concept and styling to interior design and space planning.

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12. Terence Disdale Yacht Design

Location: Surrey, United Kingdom

Notable Projects: 162. metres Eclipse, 160 metres Project Blue , 139.29 metres Al Salamah

Recognition: 40+ prestigious international awards

Website: www.terencedisdale.com

If you're looking for an award-winning design studio that is responsible for the interior and exterior design of some of the world's most significant yachts, look no further than Terence Disdale Design. Based in the UK, this design studio is renowned for its refreshingly casual yet chic designs. The team of 15 operates under the direction of Terence Disdale, one of the industry's most respected designers, who without formal training has become a true legend in the world of superyacht design.

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13. Dixon Yacht Design

Location: Southampton, UK

Notable Projects: 152 metres Liberty, 105 metres Falcon, 55 metres DYD

Specialisation: Diverse selection of boats

Website: www.dixonyachtdesign.com

Dixon Yacht Design is a world-renowned design studio that has been creating some of the most impressive and innovative yacht designs for over four decades. With a vast portfolio of work that spans multiple disciplines, Dixon Yacht Design is a true pioneer in the industry, having been credited with numerous awards for their ground-breaking designs.

The studio's key strength is its unrivalled diversity. Their broad spectrum of designs includes sail and power boats, production boats and custom superyachts, displacement craft and fast planning powerboats, monohulls and multihulls - working on a variety of projects allows the studio to be at the cutting edge of innovation

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14. Hoek Design

Location: Netherlands & Mallorca

Years in the Industry: 30 years

Specialisation: Naval architecture & Yacht Interiors

Website: www.hoekdesign.com

If you're looking for a world-renowned design studio to create your dream yacht, look no further than Hoek Design. Founded in 1986 by Andre Hoek, Hoek Design has established itself as a leader in yacht design, naval architecture and engineering. With a team of highly experienced professionals using the latest design tools, Hoek Design is able to offer a wide range of styles to suit every taste, from classic to ultra-modern while featuring the studio's distinctive and elegant signature style.

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15. Gresham Yacht Design

Location: Mayfair, London

Notable Projects: 87 metre Alucia2, 82 metre Graceful, 71 metre Victoria

Specialisation: Yacht Exteriors

Website: www.greshamyachtdesign.com

Gresham Yacht Design is considered one of the leading studios for luxurious superyacht design. They combine traditional and digital techniques to create custom designs that are truly one-of-a-kind. Whether you have a specific vision in mind or need help bringing your ideas to life, their team is here to assist you every step of the way.

They offer a range of services, from sketches and renders to CAD drawings and interactive 3D presentations. And because they believe that the devil is in the details, they pay meticulous attention to even the smallest elements to ensure that your end result is nothing short of perfection.

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16. Ken Freivokh Design

Location: Hampshire, UK

Notable Projects: 88 metre Maltese Falcon

Specialisation: Modern Design & Yacht Interiors

Recognition: 30+ International Awards

Website: www.freivokh.co.uk

Ken Freivokh Design has created some of the most cutting edge and stunning designs in the industry. His studio, based on the River Hamble in the UK, is known for its innovative and futuristic approach to yacht design. Freivokh's experience as an architect and engineer makes him uniquely qualified to create beautiful and functional spaces on board superyachts.

His attention to detail and passion for sailing are evident in his work, which is characterised by clean lines, functionality, and a unique sense of style. Whether you're looking for a sleek and modern exterior or a luxurious and comfortable interior, Ken Freivokh Design can design a custom solution for your needs.

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17. Design Unlimited

Location: Fareham, UK

Notable Projects: 64 metres Shemaraa, 53 metres Elisabeth F, 30 metres Leopard 3

Specialisation: Yacht Interiors

Recognition: Multi-Award Winning Studio

Website: www.designunlimited.net

Design Unlimited is a world-renowned yacht design studio that has won multiple awards for excellence in both interior and exterior design. Led by founder Mark Tucker, the studio's team of skilled designers are ready to take on any challenge, big or small.

Whether you're looking to create a unique vision for your own yacht, or simply want an experienced hand to help you customise your boat, Design Unlimited is the perfect choice. With a vast portfolio of successful projects to their name, as well as a flexible approach to design, they work with each client to meet their specific needs and requirements.

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18. Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design

Location: Hamburg, Germany

Notable Projects: 59.7 metres Project 404, 50.44 metres Blackcat, 34.4 metres Liara

Specialisation: Eco Friendly Construction & Yacht Interiors Design

Recognition: Multiple International Design Awards

Website: https://www.malcolmmckeonyachtdesign.com/

Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design is unrivalled in terms of style, performance, and comfort. With over 30 years in the superyacht industry, the studio has designed 200+ sailing and motor yachts, 50+ of which are over 30 meters long.

Their work has earned them multiple international design awards while also having a long- standing relationship with some of the world's leading shipyards, mast makers, interior designers, and equipment providers. In addition, the studio has a green approach to projects which is friendly on the environment while reducing construction and operational costs for their clients.

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19. Beiderbeck Designs

Location: Bremen, Germany

Notable Projects: 75 metre Phocea, 105 metre Nautor Swan, 138 metre Rising Sun

Recognition: 15 World Superyacht Awards, 16 Showboats Design Awards

Website: www.beiderbeckdesigns.de

Introducing Beiderbeck Designs, the German design company specialising in the design of super yachts, yacht interiors, and ship infrastructures. With a team of experienced designers, naval architects, and interior designers, Beiderbeck is able to push the boundaries of construction, design, and styling.

Beiderbeck owners and creative minds are lmmo Lüdeling and Tim Ulrich, who combined have over 50 years of experience in the design of super yachts.They have worked on some impressive ships, including the exterior design of the 75 m yacht M/Y Stargazer.

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20. Frank Neubelt / German Yacht Couture

Notable Projects: 66.7 metre Triple Seven, 73.5 metre Sapphire, 70 metres Screen 70, 24 metre Opium,

Specialisation: Naval Architecture, Interior & Exterior Design

Recognition: Recipient of World Superyacht Awards

Website: www.gycstudio.com

German Yacht Couture is an international design and project management agency specialising in bespoke yacht designs and engineering. They represent the very best in German yacht design, styling, and naval engineering, and their services cover the entire spectrum from initial concept ideas to design, technical considerations, interior design, and delivery of first class custom yachts.

They also offer affiliated project management and advisory services for legal aspects. Their goal is to create the perfect custom yacht that exceeds their clients expectations every time.

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Superyacht UK Young Designer Competition officially underway

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University Staff and students enjoy visit to Sunseeker International to learn more about the competition and tour the Sunseeker Shipyard and Technology centre

The 2024 Superyacht UK Young Designer competition officially got underway last week (Thursday 14 March) when Superyacht UK, British Marine and Sunseeker International hosted a launch event at Sunseeker’s client Showcase in Poole.

The event saw university Design Department Heads and staff from Staffordshire University, University of Plymouth, Southampton Solent University and Bournemouth University, as well as a representative from Pantaenius UK, alongside a number of MSc students from Southampton Solent University come together to learn more about the competition, as well as being given the opportunity to explore Sunseeker’s main shipyard and state-of-the-art Design & Technology Centre.

The day got underway with a networking breakfast before Superyacht UK Chair, Ben Geary welcomed the visitors, before Giles Barkley, Course Leader – Yacht Design Portfolio at Southampton Solent University outlined the details of the upcoming competition.  It was then time to learn more about Sunseeker, one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of luxury performance motor yachts, as Ewen Foster, Chief Technical Officer and Adam Wheeler, Head of Design Operations & Engineering Management talked about conceptualisation, design, engineering, and interiors with the guests.

Following a networking lunch it was time to visit Sunseeker’s main shipyard where the guests were taken through the whole manufacturing process and saw how the boats are hand-crafted before taking a tour of some finished yachts.

From the Shipyard the group moved to the Design & Technology Centre, here the guests spent time looking at how the interior aspects of the yachts come together from furniture and fittings, electrical systems, and upholstery.

Speaking of the event, Giles commented: “The Superyacht UK launch event was extremely enjoyable for both my colleague Vittorio and myself, and also my Master’s student attendees.  We were all really impressed with Sunseeker’s tour of the yard and technical offices. It really shows them how boats are designed and built and as usual, I am amazed by the range of skills and trades that the company deliver themselves, to make ‘Sunseeker’ a truly internationally recognised brand! “It is always a pleasure to see some of our graduates, both recent and older, really applying and enjoying themselves in the industry that they chose to learn about with us all those years ago. I will continue to prepare and encourage our current students so they can very soon actively contribute to the marine industry.” Simon Hedley, Head of Commercial Partnerships at Marine Insurance Specialist, Pantaenius UK, added: “I was very pleased to see how Superyacht UK and Sunseeker are looking to the future to nurture new talent into the superyacht design sector with the launch of this competition. The tour of the Sunseeker Shipyard and Tech Centre reinforced my personal belief that we have exceptional talent in the marine sector here in the UK and we need to safeguard this by investing in the future generation of skilled professionals. It was a real privilege to witness the whole process from concept and design to all aspects of the manufacturing process, most of which is being carried out by in-house skilled staff. I’ll certainly look at a Sunseeker in future with a better understanding of the expertise and dedication it takes to build one! I wish all the students the best of luck with the competition and with their future careers in our precious industry.”

The Superyacht UK Youth Designer competition will take place at the Southampton International Boat Show from 16-18 September 2024, offering a unique platform for young designers from universities across the country to showcase their creativity and innovation in yacht design and present their designs to an international audience and industry experts.

This year’s competition introduces two categories for entry: category 1 for 2 nd and 3 rd year students, and category 2 for Master’s students. A total of 12 places are available, with participants required to hand draw their designs to specific briefs during the two-day event at the Southampton International Boat Show in September.

Winners and runners-up in each category can look forward to great prizes, further details will be announced soon. Entries require nomination by a tutor/lecturer and the completed entry form must be submitted to Superyacht UK by 30 April 2024 .

To register an entrant please use this form: https://forms.office.com/e/W4unaKAi8g

Once all entries have been considered, Superyacht UK will notify the successful candidates.

“The competition is becoming an ever more important event to engage with future design talent. We are proud to play a part in supporting this initiative which champions Naval Architecture, Transport and Product Design as a valuable career path. We are keen to encourage these talented individuals who will in future add immense value to businesses like ours given their inspiration, skill, and adoption of cutting-edge technology”, commented Ewen Foster, Chief Technical Officer, Sunseeker International. In closing, Lesley Robinson, CEO, British Marine added: “It was a privilege to see so many passionate students and educators from across the UK come together at last week’s launch event, eager to learn and explore the intricacies of luxury yacht design and manufacturing. The competition is not just a contest; it’s a celebration of talent, a bridge connecting academia with industry, and a testament to our commitment to fostering creativity and excellence in yacht design. I am thrilled to see what innovative designs this year’s participants will bring to the forefront and am confident that this event will continue to be a cornerstone for discovering and supporting the future luminaries of yacht design.”

If you are interested in supporting this year’s Superyacht UK Young Designers competition as an event sponsor, please contact [email protected] for further information on the opportunities available.

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Take a look at 22 Superyachts that have visited the UK in 2022

The number of Superyachts that visited the UK in 2022 is a record breaking figure. Despite the United Kingdom and Ireland being non-traditional cruising destinations, over the past year they’ve proven to be quite the yachting hotspots. MGMT’s Chief Operating Officer, Mark Upton, says “throughout Winter 2021 and the past year, MGMT yacht agency have received a significant increase in inquiries from yachts whose owners want to explore the West coast of Scotland and the Outer Hebrides, to those wanting to cruise down the sunny Southwest coast, and London.”

As a result of the success of 2022, the UK has established itself as a global Superyacht hub, and 2023 will see the UK continue to rise in popularity.

Take a look at 22 Superyachts that have visited the UK in 2022:

1. m/y stardust.

Motor Yacht Stardust was spotted docked at Canary Wharf, London, in August 2022. The 62.5m motor yacht was built by  Amels in the Netherlands at their Vlissingen shipyard and designed by Tim Heywood. Her top speed is 16 knots. 

2. Boardwalk

The 76.5m Motor Yacht Boardwalk blessed her presence on the London Thames in July 2022. She 76.5m. She was built by Feadship in the Netherlands, with an interior styled by design house Amy Halffman. The luxury Superyacht includes an array of onboard entertainment features, such as a beauty salon and a top-of-the-range gym. 

3. Slipstream

CMN built the 60m long Superyacht Slipstream back in 2009. Andrew Winch designed her exterior and interior. On board M/Y Slipstream is six luxurious staterooms to accommodate up to 14 crew members and 12 guests.

4. M/Y Global

In 2007, Lurssen Yachts built the 67m M/Y Global. The luxury vessel features a design by Espen Øino and accommodate 12 guests and 18 crew members.

46.5m Motor Yacht Rahal was built in 2003 by Feadship at their Netherlands shipyard. The Superyachts exterior and interior design were by Terence Disdale Design, while her architecture was by De Voogt Naval Architects. She can accommodate up to 12 guests and 12 crew members.

6. M/Y Moon Sand

Motor yacht Moon Sand made her mark on the London Thames earlier this year. Fairly new to the yachting scene, Lurssen Yachts built the 55.5m vessel in their Germany facility in 2021. The interior of Moon Sand was designed by the English design house Bannenberg & Rowell. She accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 luxurious suites and holds up to 16 crew members.

READ MORE: Q&A With Bannenberg & Rowell Designs, Dickie Bannenberg

7. S/Y Hevea

Hevea is a Sailing Yacht with a length of 31.42m. She was built in 2012 by Southern Wind and features an exterior and interior design by Nauta Yachts S.r.l, while her architectural design is by Farr Yacht Design. The luxury Sailing Yacht can carry up to 8 guests and accommodate up to 5 crew members.

8. M/Y Sherpa

The magnificent Sherpa is a 73.6m Motor Yacht built by Feadship in the Netherlands and delivered in 2018. M/Y Sherpa can accommodate up to 13 guests in 7 staterooms, with 22 crew members.

9. M/Y Bravo Eugenia

With four nominations and two wins in 2019, Motor Yacht Bravo Eugenia has proven to be a major star in the Superyacht world. The luxury yacht was the winner of the ‘La Belle Classe Explorer Awards’ and ‘The World Yacht Trophies 2019’. She was also a finalist in the Asai Boating award 2019 and the International Superyacht Society Awards 2019.

In winter 2021/2022, she was spotted moored on the London Thames. At a length of 109m and with a gross tonnage of 3,418t, Bravo Eugenia caught the eyes of many in the city. She has a  hybrid engine which means she consumes 30% less fuel than other motor yachts similar to her size. The 109m Motor Yacht can accommodate 30 crew and 14 guests, in 7 suites.

READ MORE: 5 Bravo Eugenia Facts: Who Is Her Owner? What Does She Cost?

10. M/Y Pioneer

46.48m M/Y Pioneer was built in the USA by Palmer Johnson and delivered in 1996. The Superyacht was designed by Vripack, who also designed her naval architecture. Meanwhile, her interior was designed by Axel Vervoordt. She can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 staterooms, with 9 crew members.

11. M/Y Echo

The 26m M/Y Echo is the Support vessel for M/Y Nebula. The Superyacht was built in Italy by Tecnomar and delivered in 2003. Luca Dini designed her stylish interior. She can accommodate up to 8 guests, with 2 crew members.

12. M/Y Phoenix

The 40.8m Motor Yacht Phoenix has been captured cruising around different locations in the UK throughout 2022. The yacht was built by Benetti Yachts and delivered in 2021. M/Y Phoenix can accommodate up to 10 guests, in 5 suites and carry up to 9 crew members.

13. M/Y Gallant Lady

The luxury 51.2m Motor Yacht Gallant Lady was built in 2007 by Dutch Shipyard Feadship. De Voogt Naval Architects designed the exterior of the yacht, while John Munford designed her interior. She can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 cabins, and carry 12 crew members.

14. M/Y Lady May

46.22m M/Y Lady May was built by Feadship and delivered in 2014. The exterior and naval architecture for Lady May was designed by Dubois Naval Architects Ltd, while her interior was penned by RWD. She can accommodate 8 crew members and 10 guests.

15. M/Y Avanti

The 74m Superyacht Avanti was spotted in the port city of Portsmouth, on the UK’s South Coast during the Summer of 2022. M/Y Avanti’s builder is Amels, Netherlands, who delivered Superyacht Avanti in 2022. She’s designed to accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 suites, two of which are VIP cabins and can carry up to 19 crew members

16. M/Y Nebula

Amongst the 22 Superyachts that have visited the UK in 2022 is the 68.3n M/Y Nebula. She was built by Astilleros Armon from Spain, who delivered her in 2022. Her exterior and interior were designed by Kirsten Schwalgien Design, while her naval architecture was designed by Incat Crowther. Nebula can accommodate 8 guests and 10 crew members.

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17. M/Y Elysian

66m Superyacht Elysian Visited Scotland in 2022 and docked in James Watt Dock Marina. M/Y Elysian was built by Lurssen in their german shipyard, who worked with the British design house, Reymond Langton to design her interior. She can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 suites and carries up to 17 crew onboard.

18. M/Y Gitana

The 48m Motor Yacht Gitana was built by Feadship in the Netherlands and delivered in 1997. Her interior was styled by design house John Munford and her exterior were designed by Guido de Groot Design. The luxury Superyacht can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 suites and carries up to 9 crew.

19. M/Y Bella Vita

Bella Vita is a 60m motor yacht built by the German shipyard, Lurssen. Her interior styling was completed by Glade Johnson Design. M/Y Bella Vita can accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and 15 crew.

In spring 2022, Motor Yacht A2 arrived at West India Dock in London, UK.  The classic Motor Yacht was built by Feadship in 1983 and underwent a refit at Pendennis Shipyard , Cornwall, in 2012.  47m Superyacht A2 accommodates 12 guests in 6 suites, one being a VIP cabin, and carries up to 9 crew members. 

21. M/Y Marala

58m 1997  M/Y Marala visited the UK in 2021, and completed a refit at Pendennis Shipyard, before being delivered to her owner in 2022.  The 58m Motor Yacht was built by Camper and Nicholsons in Southampton, UK. She can carry up to 18 crew members, and 13 guests.

READ MORE:   Sea Trials and Refits: The Latest News From Pendennis Shipyard

22. S/Y EOS

92.93m Sailing Yacht Eos was built by Lurssen Yachts in Germany at their Bremen shipyard in 2006. The S/Y’s interior is styled by the design house Francois Catroux. She can carry a whopping number of 21 crew and 16 guests.

MGMT provides yacht agency services to Superyachts visiting the UK and Ireland. For inquiries regarding bringing your Superyacht to the UK in 2023, please contact info@mgmtyacht.com. 

Verity Hodges

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34934813 www.paolorossistudio.it – [email protected], pastrovich le panorama – 57 rue grimaldi – 15eme etage, bloc d – 98000 monaco – tel. +377 97707452 – www.pastrovich.com, pedrick yacht designs three ann street – newport, ri 02840 – usa tel. +1 401 8468481 – www.pedrickyacht.com – [email protected], peter beeldsnijder voorhaven 20-22 – 1135 br edam – the netherlands tel. +31 (0)299 372739 www.pieterbeeldsnijder.nl – [email protected], pfa design via alavolini 6 – 61032 fano (pu) tel. +39 0721 806762 www.pfadesign.it – [email protected], philippe briand naval architecture and yacht design 53 stewart’s grove – london – sw3 6ph tel. +44 (0)20 73512700 www.philippebriand.com – [email protected], pierrejean design studio 37 rue des acacias – 75017 paris – france tel. +31 (0)1 45740303 pierrejean-design.com – [email protected], porfiristudio via altino 4 – 20144 milano – tel. +39 02 48519357 www.porfiristudio.com – [email protected], quartostile via cervino 24/a – 10155 torino – tel. +39 011 8132588 www.quartostile.com – [email protected], rainsford mann design the annex – hartley house – donnington – newbury – berkshire, rg14 2jd – uk – tel. +44 (0)20 7384 5522 www.international-yacht-designers.com – [email protected], redman whiteley dixon the old electric light station – bealieau – brockenhurst – hampshire, so42 7yf – uk – tel. +44 (0)1590 611300 www.rwd.co.uk – [email protected], rémi tessier design tel. +33 (0)1 55048910 www.remi-tessier.com – [email protected], rené van der velden yacht designers & naval architects breestraat 59-61 – 3811 bh amersfoort – the netherlands tel. +31 (0)33 4554408 www.renevandervelden.com – [email protected], reverberi interior design (michela reverberi) via ridolfino venuti 14 – 00162 roma tel. +39 06 86206804 www.reverberidesign.it – [email protected], reymond langton design 4 north paradise buildings – bath, ba1 1ns – uk tel. +44 (0)20 83327789 – www.reymondlangtondesign.com [email protected], rhoades young design 134 high street – 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World’s first ‘Transformer’ superyacht 300ft X-Kid UNFOLDS when at anchor & turns into a floating villa

• Neha Dhillon
• Published : 21:16, 23 Mar 2024
• Updated : 1:16, 24 Mar 2024

THE world's first "transformer" superyacht has been unveiled that unfolds into a floating villa when docked.

Monaco -based designer Stefano Pastrovich has finally revealed his aptly dubbed creation X-Kid Stuff, a mega superyacht designed for modern-day explorers and adventurers.

When closed, the yacht appears sleek, modern, and seamless.

Yet, when anchored you can open her up to reveal an impressive 15m of storage - purpose built for adventuring toys, jet skis , a helipad, a swimming pool, an artificial beach or even just additional sleeping space.

These detachable and self-powered units have been dubbed "floating bungalows, with the potential to become a guest-house of sorts.

This is the first concept in Pastrovich's " Parkour yacht" class, which is said to have taken inspiration from its surroundings and been as efficient as possible.

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The X-Kid Stuff, for example, is built in the image of a beehive.

Instead of the beams boats traditionally use, the structure of Pastrovich's revolutionary masterpiece resembles a series of hexagons.

These hexagons provide the yacht with a more fluid structure, as they can easily be moved around to recreate a new internal layout.

A spokesperson for Pastrovich Studios said: "We are looking to the future with our new categories and to a new frontier in yacht design: a single deck layout.

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"Strongly influenced by land- based architecture, we have created a living space on board that transforms into a large loft-like space. The internal walls are modular and slide on rails, providing the owner and guests with the freedom to alter the internal layout as they see fit."

Pastrovich maintains that these yachts are envisioned with adaptation, the environment, and efficiency in mind.

The spokesman for the Studio continued: "At the heart of this design was the aim to create a vessel with low energy consumption, that offers the ability to explore anywhere in the world, keeps to a single deck layout, and incorporates a superior beach club."

They added that the vessels are designed to stay completely still in choppy waters, thanks to state-of-the-art stabilising technology.

Pastrovich Studio has combined the systems of self-stabilising hexapods and six hydraulic cylinders - typically found on offshore oil rigs - to keep the boat as still as possible.

The company has even added a gyroscope-based system throughout the vessel which is thought to further reduce the effect of choppy waters.

The spokesman added that every aspect of the vessel has been conceptualised with adventure in mind.

They said: "X-Kid Stuff is a true exploration vessel, designed to be capable of sailing anywhere in the world, in either hot or cold climates, capable of operating in the most adverse weather conditions.

"The vessel hosts all the equipment that a true adventure seeker would expect in its super-hangar such as RIBs, helicopters, kayaks, deep sea diving equipment and so on."

The news comes just after Mark Zuckerberg's $300 million mega yacht arrived in the US .

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The 287-foot-long vessel docked at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with its chrome finish reflecting a harsh sun.

It currently ranks as the 45th largest superyacht in the world.

World's biggest superyachts

Azzam - 590ft

Azzam has held the record for the world's largest privately-owned superyacht since it was constructed in 2013.

The ship cost an estimated $605m to build, and can accommodate up to 36 guests and 80 cabin crew.

Fulk Al Salamah - 538ft

Translated into 'ship of peace', Fulk Al Salamah has been in service with the Royal Navy of  Oman  since construction in 2016.

It became the second biggest superyacht in the world when it was built and has remained in that position.

Eclipse - 533ft

Owned by  Russian  billionaire Roman Abramovich, Eclipse cost an estimated $500m to build back in 2009.

At 533ft long,  Eclipse  was the world's biggest superyacht until Azzam was constructed four years later.

Dubai - 531ft

At just two feet shorter,  Dubai  is the fourth largest superyacht in the world at 531ft.

The ship was commissioned in 1995 but work was not completed until 2006 and cost an estimated $400m.

Dilbar - 512ft

Named after the late mother of the owner, Uzbekistan-born billionaire Alisher Usmanov,  Dilbar  was built in 2016.

The ship can accommodate up to 24 guests and 100 crew. It also has a large garden and two helipads.

Prince Abdulaziz - 482ft

Built in 1984, Prince Abdulaziz held the title of the longest and tallest yacht in the world for an impressive 22 years.

It can accommodate up to 64 guests onboard and between 60 and 65 crew.

A+ (previously Topaz) - 482ft

Previously named  Topaz, A+  was built in 2012 and cost approximately $527m.

The boat is equipped with an on deck jacuzzi, two helicopter landing pads, swimming pool, tender garage, fitness hall, cinema and a large conference room.

El Mahrousa - 478ft

El Mahrousa was built in 1865 on the River Thames and held the title for world's biggest yacht for more than 100 years.

It was designed by  British  naval architect Oliver Lang for the Ottoman governor of  Egypt .

Nord - 466ft

This mega yacht covers six decks and can accommodate up to 36 guests in its 20 cabins.

It also has two helicopter pads, a gym, elevator, swimming pool, cinema, tender garage, swimming pool, barbecue, beach club, spa room, sauna and beauty salon.

  Flying Fox - 446ft

Made up of six decks, the ship can accommodate up to 36 day guests and 25 overnight guests.

The boat also features a diving centre, spa and a cryotherapy sauna.

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