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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.

1. 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.

2. 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 the direct descendant of the convention-breaking studio established by Jon Bannenberg – the universally acknowledged father of modern yacht design – in the early 1960s. Dickie Bannenberg and Simon Rowell continue the vision of the founder, and lead the design team in new directions : working with all the major shipyards; designing residences for private clients and real estate developers; collaborating with furniture designers and developing other creative partnerships.

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3. 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

Based in the Netherlands and with roots dating back to 1849, Feadship is recognised as the world leader in the field of pure custom superyachts. Because every new Feadship is the best we ever built, all boats in our fleet set a new standard in terms of craftsmanship, design, engineering and construction. It's what we like to call the relentless pursuit of perfection .

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4. 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's yacht and aviation team is a studio of 50 consisting of yacht designers, naval architects, interior designers and procurement specialists - all working together to design and deliver exquisite sea and air based projects for private individuals from all corners of the globe.

Trusted by their clients to design and deliver the most complex and challenging bespoke yacht and aviation projects, often against relentlessly tight deadlines. Their strength is a collaborative team spirit, continuous learning, a passion for excellence while having some fun along the way.

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5. 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

Website: https://www.tillbergdesign.com/

Tillberg Design of Sweden (TDoS) has long been one of the major players in yacht and cruise line design, since founder Robert Tillberg made the ocean and cruise liner Kungsholm a showcase of bespoke Scandinavian style in 1964. Today, TDoS specialises in design concepts for cruise ships and yachts – through its TDoS Yacht division – while also providing graphic design and branding for a variety of clientele. Lightness and luminosity of spaces is a hallmark of the TDoS philosophy, with every project encompassing a purposeful design that is firmly grounded in history, environmental sustainability, and a future-proof timelessness.

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6. Nauta Yachts

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

Born in 1985 and acting initially as a yard, Nauta Yachts presented a style and an idea to the market which proved instantly successful, as they designed and built semi-custom sailing yachts, that were both innovative and soberly elegant.

Since 1994, they turned from production into design and brokerage, focusing on the production (general arrangement, interiors and exterior styling) of custom sailing and power yachts.

Nauta Yachts believe that there is no such thing as a universal concept of what an ideal boat should be. Everyone has their own opinion. And whatever your opinion, Nauta Yachts can turn your vision into a yacht of remarkable and unmistakable character. 

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7. 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 celebrated yacht interior designers, known for his sophisticated and timeless designs. His approach is founded in simplicity, where function determines form. Each interior project is tailored to his clients, while conveying his signature style of 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 studio is based in Paris and 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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8. 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

Martin Francis is one of the world's foremost designers with decades of experience working on some of the most iconic yachts on the water. He has designed yachts since 1980, starting with large sailing boats he is the creative design force behind the iconic yachts Zeus and Senses.

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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

Established in 2001 by the talented design duo of Pascale Reymond and Andrew Langton, both of whom already had over a decade’s experience in the superyacht industry, they are committed to creating designs that are as beautiful as they are functional.

The focus is on exceeding their client's expectations, with projects being delivered on time and on budget. In 2002, Jason Macaree joined the team as a director. Coming from different creative backgrounds – Pascale gained a Master’s degree in Art History from La Sorbonne, Paris before moving to London to study Interior Design while Andrew and Jason graduated with a BA (Hons) in Transport Design – the team’s individual blend of skills and professional expertise are complementary, resulting in a remarkable and much sought after design team delivering unquestionable quality with superb attention to detail.

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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/

Jonny Horsfield established the H2 design studio in London in 1994. In the early years of the business they worked almost exclusively on yacht refit projects which gave them a broad experience of working to strict time frames in different design styles with varying budgets. During this period H2 built an enviable reputation amongst the yacht community for being the refit design experts.

They are a design company that is here to serve their customers and, as such, H2 prides itself in not having a “house style” that is replicated for each client. Instead their portfolio is wonderfully diverse, enabling them to work in any style the client prefers. This is both stimulating for them as designers and comforting for their customers.

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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

The studio specializes exclusively in the design of luxury yachts, custom and production boats, residential and unique commercial vessels. From the preliminary concept to the space planning, styling, and interior design, creativity and excellence are the main considerations, always with a constant awareness of function.

"Our approach is one that delves deep into the client’s mindset in order to understand exactly what they want – and then exceed those expectations. To have them recognized and awarded give us much pride."

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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: http://www.terencedisdale.co.u

Terence Disdale is an award-winning design studio that is responsible for the interior and exterior design of some of the world's most significant yachts. Based in the UK, the 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

Established in 1981, Dixon Yacht Design is a multi-skilled and multi-disciplinary design practice. Based on the water’s edge at the epicentre of UK yachting in Swanwick Marina Southampton , the Studio’s diverse portfolio of work has been credited with numerous international awards.

Dixon Yacht's broad spectrum of designs encompasses; sail and power, production boats and custom superyachts, displacement craft and fast planning powerboats, monohulls and multihulls, and myriad permutations of those different types.

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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

Founded in 1986 by Andre Hoek, Hoek Design is today one of the world’s leading offices for yacht design, naval architecture and engineering. Based at the heart of the Dutch yacht building industry, it offers a comprehensive range of styles, from truly classic to ultra-modern.

Superbly balanced with top performances to match, all of their yachts are created by a highly experienced team using the latest design tools.

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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 well established studio in the superyacht design industry. They combine traditional and digital techniques to create custom designs that are truly unique. With a strong attention to detail, they pay attention to even the smallest elements to ensure that the end result is nothing short of perfection for each client.

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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 is known for it's cutting edge designs in the superyacht industry. The studio, is based on the River Hamble in the UK, and is well known for its innovative and futuristic approach to yacht design. The team's attention to detail and passion for sailing is evident in their work, which is characterised by clean lines, functionality, and style.

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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 renowned for its progressive and innovative approach to design with the aim of propelling the world of yacht design to new frontiers. The team offer full interior design, decoration and layout services for custom or production motor or sailing yachts of any size.

Their philosophy is to nurture the relationship they have with each of their clients in order bring their ideas to life. They are equally at home working on large superyachts, creating the interior design for a custom tender or developing a production series with a builder. Each project benefits from the same expert knowledge, vision and attention to detail.

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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 (MMYD) is a team of naval architects and yacht designers led by highly experienced superyacht designer, Malcolm McKeon. Having been involved with the design of over 200 yachts, including more than 55 superyachts, the studio’s extensive portfolio includes monohull and catamaran sailing yachts, motor yachts, chase boats and tenders.

MMYD is a studio known for its pioneering designs and progressive approach, always striving to deliver dynamic new aesthetics, drawing on the latest technological developments for sustainability and structural integrity. This, combined with advanced engineering solutions and their commitment to ensuring each yacht performs to its full potential, has earned the studio international recognition and a reputation as leaders for elite superyacht design.

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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

Large motor yachts are the roots of the studio, with the design and interior styling of yachts ranging from 25 to 75 meters, and the design of occasionally significant areas of yachts up to 150 meters, forming the core of the teams business

In addition to the exterior and interior styling of entire yachts, they also eagerly undertake design tasks in the area of conversion and refit, where they merge the yacht's original character with breathtaking designs, the latest technology, and state-of-the-art features.

"It's often astonishing what can be achieved with existing resources by liberating oneself from constraints and rethinking from the ground up, and we relish seeing our enthusiasm spread to owners and their representatives."

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20. 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 range from initial concept ideas to design, technical considerations, interior design, and delivery.

The founder Frank Neubelt is an internationally reknowned, award-winning german yacht designer and naval architect. With over 25 years of experience in bespoke custom-yacht styling, concept development and naval  architecture. 

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And there you have it, 20 of the world's top superyacht designers, we certainly hope you found this list helpful and informative.

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Bannenberg & Rowell is the direct descendant of the convention-breaking studio established by Jon Bannenberg – the universally acknowledged father of modern yacht design – in the early 1960s. Dickie Bannenberg and Simon Rowell continue the vision of the founder, and lead the design team in new directions : working with all the major shipyards; designing residences for private clients and real estate developers; collaborating with furniture designers and developing other creative partnerships.

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Team for Design is a yacht design and architecture firm established in 2005 and based in Italy, in the historic city of Venice. Team for Design's services include exterior/interior design of custom superyachts and serial production yachts, beginning from the conceptual drawings up to the executive phase and project management during construction.

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Jonny Horsfield established the H2 design studio in London during 1994. We are a design company here to serve our customers and, as such, H2 pride ourselves in not having a 'house style' that is replicated for each client. Instead our portfolio is wonderfully diverse, enabling us to work in any style the client prefers.

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Since its founding in 1981 as a one-man design firm specializing in high-speed boats, Michael Peters Yacht Design has set the standards for style, performance and quality. The company’s philosophy is based on Michael Peters’ fundamental belief that all design should exemplify the fusion of art and science.

The intense competition of international racing demands measurable, quantifiable performance that allows no loss of focus or deviation from the goal. While it was raceboats that first brought Michael Peters onto the international stage, these same exacting standards apply to the performance and aesthetic criteria that drive the design of every boat that bears the name of Michael Peters Yacht Design.

With degrees in naval architecture, marine engineering and yacht design, the MPYD team melds advanced technology and engineering with the purest art form of clean, efficient design. The industry has recognized the firm’s work repeatedly with numerous awards and trophies. Throughout the last 40 years, over 40,000 boats have been built to the more than 500 designs produced by MPYD.

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Since its founding in 1981 as a one-man design firm specializing in high-speed boats, Michael Peters Yacht Design has set the standards for style, performance and quality. The company’s philosophy is based on Michael Peters’ fundamental belief that all design should exemplify the fusion of art and science. The intense competition of international racing demands measurable, quantifiable performance that allows no loss of focus or deviation from the goal. While it was raceboats that first brought Michael Peters onto the international stage, these same exacting standards apply to the performance and aesthetic criteria that drive the design of every boat that bears the name of Michael Peters Yacht Design. With degrees in naval architecture, marine engineering and yacht design, the MPYD team melds advanced technology and engineering with the purest art form of clean, efficient design. The industry has recognized the firm’s work repeatedly with numerous awards and trophies. Throughout the last 40 years, over 40,000 boats have been built to the more than 500 designs produced by MPYD. Some firms excel at style, others performance. Michael Peters Yacht Design enjoys the unique ability to standout in both.

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Chris has been on the MPYD team since his internship in the early 90’s, post graduation from the Webb Institute with his B.S. in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. He works as structural engineering support, mechanical systems lead and project manager for various projects. When he’s not working on boats at MPYD; he’s diving, fishing, sailing, paddling, and/or collecting old boats he doesn’t have time to use.

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As the lead point of contact for military and commercial projects at MPYD, Drew specializes in structural design for recreational and military craft. Within Integrated product teams, he utilizes a balanced engineering approach to develop innovative solutions for unique end user requirements. Outside the office you may spot Drew spending time with his lovely wife and two children.

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Ben performs marine and structural engineering tasks and project management for custom and production vessels. As a designer and engineer, he oversees the fabrication of high precision custom mechanical mechanisms and components for use in the marine environment. He enjoys exploring and traveling to new places as well as working on restoration of classic cars.

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Senior designer.

With a long-held passion for boats and Industrial Design, Graham brings a wealth of experience to the MPYD team. As the Senior Designer, he has completed a number of notable projects while continuing to refine his aesthetic and technical skillset and pursue innovation within the industry. When not hard at work, Graham can be found paddleboarding, tinkering with vintage cars and exploring Sarasota with his family.

Wendy Pitstick

Administrative assistant.

Wendy brings over 25 years of experience in the Marine Industry to the MPYD team. Her work in accounts payable, and receivable, along with bookkeeping, HR, client/vendor communications and more has lead the organization to success. She loves the outdoors and enjoys the picturesque Sarasota sunsets along with her daughter, son and sweet fur-baby.

Oscar started at MPYD in the Summer of 2021 after graduating from Webb Institute with a B.S. in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. He does mostly preliminary design work assisting with 3D modeling, drafting, weight study spreadsheets, and engineering calculations. When not working at MPYD, Oscar enjoys playing tennis, getting out on the water, watching football, and rooting for his favorite sports team, the New York Rangers.

Daniel Reilly

Junior naval architect.

Dan works on a variety of smaller tasks to support the senior team members, including 3D modelling, detail drawings and weight calculations. He graduated Stevens Institute of Technology with a B.S. in Naval Engineering. Outside of work you might find him sailing in Sarasota bay or in the mosh pit at a punk concert.

Lukas Howell

Junior industrial designer.

As the newest recruit and recent graduate from Savannah College of Art Design with a B.F.A in Industrial Design and Minor in Marine Design, Lukas helps around the office with a variety of tasks including 3D modeling, design, drafting, and rendering. A Colorado native, Lukas undoubtedly can be found in the Sarasota area exploring the outdoors. When not outside, he enjoys illustrating and reading.

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CAMPUS BY THE SEA

Mike spent his summers at Campus by the Sea, on Catalina Island. Shown here with a black sea bass at age 14.

Begins drawing boats

Michael Peters begins drawing boats.

Mike builds his first powerboat; a 15’ Plywood Skiff named ‘Desiree.’

Squaw for Avalon

Becomes caretaker at Campus By the Sea, designs and builds 14’ workboat ‘Squaw’ for Avalon commercial dive operation.

HULL DESIGN PATENT

Mike presents his ‘Internally Vented Continuous Chine Stepped Hull’ design to the USC School of Architecture as his final project. He drops out of USC after third year to pursue patent.

Stepped hull prototype

Builds his first 19’ stepped hull prototype ‘Maelstrom’.

HALTER MARINE

Mike begins working as a Naval Architect at Halter Marine in New Orleans. Projects include: Sportfish Boats, Surface Effects Ships, Patrol Boats and Cigarette Boats.

U.S. and Foreign Patents Awarded

U.S. and Foreign Patents awarded for “Internally Vented Continuous Chine Stepped hull”.

MAELSTROM MARINE DESIGN

On October 1, 1981, Mike establishes Maelstrom Marine Design, Inc. in Sarasota, Florida.

Sets world record

First Maelstrom offshore racing catamaran ‘Innovation’ sets world record at 131 mph.

Maelstrom 41 ‘Apache’ wins the 1986 US1 National Offshore Racing Championship.

Kiekhaefer Award-Win

Michael Peters receives 1990 Kiekhaefer Award for ‘Innovation in Offshore Racing’.

MPYD AWARD-WIN

41’ CUV ‘Fresh and Clean’ wins the 1991 UIM Class | Offshore World Championship, the first MPYD World Championship.

Advance in technology

39’ Tencara ‘Iceberg’ built using advanced Carbon/Epoxy composite technology.

TENCARA IN ITALY

MPYD and acclaimed ‘Visual Futurist,’ Syd Mead, created the 125’ ‘Difinitive,’ a concept design for Tencara in Italy. The ‘Difinitive’ heralded a new age in superyacht design, forecasting emerging trends and technologies.

Showboats Award-Win

117’ MY ‘Lady Tiffany’ wins Showboats Award.

MPYD designs the award winning 33’ Van Dam ‘Alpha Z.’

Another Showboats Award-Win

71’ ‘Plumduff’ wins Showboats Award.

BREAKING BARRIERS

The 43’ Tenara ‘Callan Marine’ posts 209 MPH, becoming the first Offshore Boat in history to break the 200 MPH barrier.

Superyacht Design Award-Win

84’ ‘Jariya’ wins International Superyacht Design Award.

MPYD designs the Cheoy Lee ‘Alpha’ Series, awarded with the 2012 World Yachts Award.

U.S. patents awarded

U.S. patents awarded for ‘Stepped ‘V’ Ventilated Tunnel’ (SVVT) hull.

US NAVY CONTRACT

MPYD is awarded the contract to design 61’ U.S. Navy Combatant Craft Medium (CCM).

20th World Championship win

41’ ‘Victory Team’ wins 2016 UIM Class I World Championship –the 20th World Championship win for MPYD designs.

Our Mission

While MPYD raceboats have made history and have established a worldwide reputation for Michael Peters Yacht Design, the company’s philosophy—to improve the performance and efficiency of every boat—permeates every project in the portfolio. Every custom yacht and series production boat has been designed to outperform its predecessor and to push the limits of engineering, style and function. Regardless of the boat’s purpose, each carries the same high quality standards that define Michael Peters Yacht Design.

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Dkt artworks.

If you're looking for custom artwork, sculptural furniture or a show-stopping centrepiece for your superyacht then London-based design firm DKT is the one to call. Priding itself on a site-specific approach, DKT's skilled craftsmen can turn their expert hand to almost any form of decorative work, including mosaic, sculpture and bas-relief in metal, glass and stone, trompe l'oeil, gilding, paint finishes and mirrored artworks, and have undertaken commissions for no fewer than 62 superyachts. Recent projects include custom designs for Ulysses , Joy , Dilbar and Plvs Vltra .

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Suzanne Lovell

A degree in architecture and a passion for fine art were the foundations of Chicago-based Suzanne Lovell Inc, which comprises a 20-strong team, and has been listed in Architectural Digest’s top-100 interior designers and architects. For more than 30 years, the company has built up an impressive portfolio of luxury residential projects, from superyachts to sprawling penthouses, Manhattan pied-à-terres and whimsical California beach houses.

Using a client’s personal taste as a launch pad, each project is undertaken via what Lovell calls the “Three-Dimensional Experience” — an all-round approach encompassing architecture, interior design and fine art, with an understanding that this trio are integral to the process. It’s an approach that echoes the practices of Ferrari and his contemporaries Charles and Ray Eames, Alvar Aalto and Giò Ponti . These giants of design were creative polymaths, often experimenting with art, furniture design, textiles, ceramics and glassware.

Craft is undeniably at the heart of Lovell’s hugely successful business. By collaborating with an array of niche design talent from her extensive network she ensures each finished project is a unique masterpiece. Art also takes a central role, with antiques and auction-sourcing an integral part of the process. “Sir John Soane inspired the creation of what he referred to as the ‘poetry of architecture’, where art can happen,” Lovell explains of her inspiration. “His words are telling: ‘Think and feel as a poet, combine and embellish as a painter and execute as a sculptor’. I believe this is what we do every day at Suzanne Lovell Inc.”

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Many brands claim to provide comfort and functionality, but few strike the balance with such finesse as Loro Piana. Its clothing and accessories are made from the world’s finest raw materials and enhanced by innovative in-house engineering — its revolutionary Storm System treatment, for example, will make even the most lavish of fabrics, such as vicuña wool, 100% waterproof.

It’s no surprise, then, that the company is well established in the yachting industry. Loro Piana Yacht Interiors has cleverly adapted to the unpredictable conditions of life at sea without losing an ounce of quality. More than 600 varieties of customisable materials and special blends, including tussah silk woven with wool and horsehair, and fine merino wool blended with linen or silk, are employed in its stylish yet durable wall coverings, cushions, upholstery and light-blocking curtains.

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Bottega Veneta

Italian style is no stranger to flamboyance so Bottega Veneta’s subtle and discreet Home Collection is perfect for the superyacht owner who prefers a more muted colour palette. Founded in Vicenza in 1966, Bottega Veneta began producing luxury leather goods in the master craftsman tradition. That approach, rather than trend-driven fashion, has remained the cornerstone of the brand.

In 2006, the year it opened a school dedicated to training the next generation of leather artisans, the company launched its Home Collection. Creative director Tomas Maier started it all in 2001, when he began commissioning bespoke furnishings for select retail stores. The pieces soon attracted the attention of discerning clients but, rather than selling them (as was often requested), Maier promised to make the customers their own versions instead.

Ten years later the Home Collection is now an integral part of Bottega Veneta. It favours modern, functional pieces that bear the trademark intrecciato leather braiding motif. Each item is elegant enough to work as a standalone accessory or as part of a set, and the look suits an onboard setting just as well as one on dry land.

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Once Milano

“Veneto is full of artisans and is famous for its furniture, textiles and glassware. It’s very much the fashion here to have everything made by someone local,” explains Allegra Marchiorello. “Every little house in this corner of Italy has its own company in the backyard.” It’s one of the reasons Marchiorello co-founded Once Milano with his long-time friend, linen aficionado Valeria Piovesana Thompson. The house’s Italian-made linen is of the highest quality, made from the longest threads, using flax grown near Milan. The weave is the smoothest, strongest and most absorbent money can buy: cooling in the summer months, cocooning in the winter.

When the company was approached to produce a collaboration with Sanlorenzo , it seemed a very natural fit. “Linen is the perfect material on a boat: it’s light, low-maintenance and understated, yet incredibly luxurious,” says Piovesana Thompson. “That’s the beauty of it,” agrees Marchiorello. “It never looks contrived. It’s also all custom-made — we’ve worked with clients to create bespoke finishes and have included their monograms.”

Designing a collection for boats proved an interesting challenge. “It’s quite different to designing for a home,” says Marchiorello. “For starters, the water is such a central element, and the space you’re working with is contained. We wanted to create something that was sophisticated yet highly refined.” The brand’s covetable Piping Collection was born from this collaboration, and Once Milano enjoys a good working relationship with Jonathan Fawcett, one of the UK’s leading luxury supplier to superyachts.

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As part of luxury Italian linen house Pratesi’s ambitious five-year plan towards international expansion, it has launched a new range specifically for yachts. The collection of sumptuous bedding, table linens and towels is made to order, with customisation options including bespoke monogramming available.

Run by the fourth generation of the Pratesi family, the house is focused on delivering faultless craftsmanship, drawing on the skill of its team of designers, weavers and embroiderers, who create the linen in its Florence headquarters. COO and future CEO Simone Bocchio and president Federica Pratesi bring a personal insight into the yachting industry to the production of timeless, elegant linens.

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Christian Liaigre

“Offshore is an inhospitable world of wind, waves, rain and ultraviolet light,” designer Guillaume Rolland once said, “so the belly of a boat must be a nest — a place where one escapes all that.” Rolland heads the yacht division of the eponymous company founded by fellow Frenchman Christian Liaigre in 1987. He has been working with Liaigre since 2001, initially involved in all projects within the company, which is known for subtly luxurious furniture and interiors that make an elegant, understated use of natural materials, such as raw linens and woods weathered by the sea.

As the yacht interiors side of the business took off, Rolland, a lifelong sailor who regularly competes in regattas around the world, took charge of the company’s yacht design studio. Projects he has undertaken include Vertigo , a 67 metre sailing yacht that was awarded Sailing Yacht of the Year at the 2012 World Superyacht Awards . With Vertigo , the design studio worked closely with the boat builders from the start, so that the interior was created along with the yacht, rather than just made to fit into it. The design includes glass panels and doors in the cockpit areas that can be made transparent or opaque at the flick of a switch. So escaping the elements — or even your fellow guests — is simple.

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Molteni&C

Architect, industrial designer, artist and publisher, Gio Ponti was a giant of 20th century Italian design. During his long and fruitful career, Ponti developed an all-encompassing approach to his work, creating not just the structure of a building but also conceiving its entire interior scheme, from furnishings to lighting fixtures. His finest achievements include the Pirelli Tower — Milan’s first modern skyscraper — and the distinctive, castle-like Denver Art Museum.

One of Ponti’s most enduringly popular designs, however, is something altogether closer to home. The 1957 Via Dezza chair is an angular, upholstered armchair built on a linear metal frame. It was created by Ponti along with the entire furnishings of his self-designed Milan home (pictured) from which it takes its name.

For those coveting a slice of Ponti’s creative genius, the armchair and select Via Dezza gems have been reissued in an exclusive collection by Molteni&C. One of Italy’s most renowned furniture manufacturers, Molteni is a natural platform to preserve and present Ponti’s talent. The company works with some of the world’s best designers on a variety of high-end real estate and marine projects. The Via Dezza chair adaptation, Armchair D.153.1, stays true to the original, is available in two Ponti-designed fabrics and is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy the waves.

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Richard Ginori 1735

Italians can turn everyday objects into works of art and this is certainly true of the exquisite porcelain from Richard Ginori 1735. Delicate, hand-decorated patterns and illustrations of 19th century botany and rare birds adorn its charming collections, which will turn any on-board dining experience into an event to be remembered.

The distinguished porcelain company was founded nearly 300 years ago in the foothills of Monte Morello near Florence. Over the course of its illustrious history, it has collaborated with leading Italian architects and designers including Gio Ponti and was recently acquired by Gucci.

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Summit Furniture

As one might guess from a furniture company with a name that evokes adventure, Summit’s speciality is extremely high-quality furniture specifically made for the outdoors. Crafted in sustainable, plantation-grown teak, which is water-resistant and strong, its chairs, tables and loungers are as ideal for the deck of a superyacht as for a domestic garden.

The Californian firm collaborates with leading designers like Linley, with which it created a clean-lined, curved collection (lounge chair, above, €5,487), inspired by the interiors of the top classic yachts . It is made to be stacked or stowed — perfect for sailing purposes.

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These are the 7 Yacht Interior Designers to Know

From American megayacht experts to timeless Scandi furniture connoisseurs, these are the best yacht interior designers to bring your vision to life – and sea.

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.

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.

[See also: How to Design an Amazing Superyacht Interior]

Who are the best luxury yacht interior designers?

Winch design.

Our list of the best yacht interior designers kicks off with Winch Design. Originally founded as Andrew Winch Designs by Andrew Winch and his wife Jane in 1986, it was rebranded as Winch Designs in 2015. One of the UK’s leading superyacht and private jet design studios for over thirty years, it is now led by Jim Dixon. His 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 is the 289ft Feadship, for which the studio has both interior and exterior design credits. The innovative spaces created by Dixon’s team blend indoor and outdoor by offering open spaces, neutral colors, and earthly textures and materials.

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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 fellow yacht design giants 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 he decided to set up his own studio, launching Sorgiovanni Designs in 1997 in Fremantle, Western Australia. The studio also has an office in Monaco in order to provide its design services to European costumers.

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Previous yacht designs that Sorgiovanni has worked on include the 390 ft Amana in collaboration with Oceanco, the colossal White Rabbit and the exteriors of the 270 ft Secret. When he is not working on one of his award-winning projects, he is traveling the world to consult on yacht designs for clients, working with a variety of suppliers and shipbuilders.

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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 by exclusive clients – including Donald Trump. 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 flagship projects – and one it was able to share – was the 350 ft superyacht Luminosity , which went on the market in 2020 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, to avoid having to compromise on any ideas for the indoor spaces.

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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 1990 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 its hometown for its classic yacht designs, combining strong architectural lines with a deep passion and understanding of the sea. 

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 also: 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 recent 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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Ray Hunt Design remains one of the most widely recognized and respected names in naval architecture, in particular for designs utilizing the high-deadrise hullform known as the Hunt Deep V. This hullform, innovated by our founder, Ray Hunt, is the most widely used and ocean-proven solution afloat for performance, seakindliness and comfort. Ray Hunt's innovative Deep V hullform changed modern boat design forever.

As the firm which originated the Deep V, we have more than 50 years of experience in the refinement of this hullform to suit applications as diverse as outboard-powered fishing boats, high-speed cruisers and motoryachts, police, patrol and pilotboats, military as well as commercial vessels. We have applied the concept to a wide range of vessels from 10 to 140 feet, and today it is still the most practical hull shape for speed, comfort and safety in rough seas.

Ray Hunt Design offers a full range of design, naval architecture, and engineering services to the marine industry, commercial and military operators , private clients , and manufacturers .

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When we started in the canvas business over two decades ago, we knew that the best source of advertising would be satisfied customers. Twenty-four years later, Artful Canvas Design is living proof of the validity of that statement.

We use only the highest quality materials on the market to provide our customers with a finished product that, not only compliments the beauty of their yacht, but maintains that beauty for years of future enjoyment.

Our 8,000 square foot facility is located in sunny St. Petersburg, Florida, serving Tampa, Clearwater and Anna Maria. Call or stop in and see us. Our goal is to always add to our list of satisfied customers.

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I've used 3 canvas shops on my 44' trawler. Artful was the 3rd, and is the best, by far. With their precision, attention to detail and superb customer relations, these folks are quality all the way. They got it perfect the 1st time, and I wish I had done my entire boat with them. I was floored with the flybridge enclosure and other work they did, compared to others. A purchase from Artful is an investment. Highly recommended.

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Scott Painter, who took over Lynch’s multi-billion dollar software company called Autonomy, founded in 1996, said Lynch’s yacht may have been more vulnerable during Monday morning’s tornado off the coast of Sicily because of its over 240-foot-tall mast. The Bayesian, which capsized with 22 people on board had “an unusually large mast” for a single-masted ship, Painter told Daily Mail. “The mast was the ultimate sailor’s bragging right,” Painter told the outlet. “That mast must’ve been over 240 feet tall, which is either the tallest or second tallest in the world.” Painter added: “That could certainly contribute to a capsize as it would destabilize the yacht. And if it were to lean over too far, it could absolutely capsize the yacht.” Painter, who acquired the Autonomy brand in 2021 and developed it into an electric vehicle subscription company, says he received panicked calls from loved ones who heard of the sunken ship and feared he was on board. “We are praying for positive news,” Painter said. “Mike is a legend and the loss of him and his daughter would truly be tragic.” Painter also confirmed that Bauer, Autonomy’s chairman and president, was not on the luxury yacht when it went down. “Mr. Bauer is safe in Munich and was not involved at all,” Painter said. ‘It’s pretty crazy news. That boat was exceptional. It doesn’t make much sense.” The 160-foot luxury sailboat with 22 people aboard sank off the port of Porticello when a violent storm struck at sunrise Monday, the Italian coast guard said.  Fifteen of the ship’s passengers and crew have survived, including a mother who was holding her 1-year-old daughter above her head to keep her from drowning.  Police dive teams were searching Monday and Tuesday for six of the passengers who have been missing since the ship capsized, though the search has been slow as the ship now sits 50 meters below the surface, where divers can only stay underwater for 12 minutes, officials said Tuesday. What to know after a tornado sank the yacht Bayesian off the coast of Sicily: A superyacht capsized off the coast of Sicily after a tornado hit the area early Monday, killing six passengers and leaving one missing. British tech tycoon Mike Lynch was identified as one of the bodies pulled from the wreckage. His teenage daughter, Hannah, is still missing. Lynch — known as “Britain’s Bill Gates” — had invited guests from Clifford Chance, a legal firm that represented him, and Invoke Capital, his own company, on the voyage,  according to the Telegraph .  Security camera footage shot from 650 feet from where the  Bayesian sank Monday  shows it disappearing. A rare and unexpected “black swan” weather event may have led to the  Bayesian’s speedy demise , maritime experts say. One body has been recovered  and identified as the on-board chef, officials said.  In addition to Lynch, the missing include Lynch’s 18-year-old daughter Hannah, as well as Johnathan Bloomer, a chairman at Morgan Stanley International, Bloomer’s wife, Judy, and a top New York City attorney Christopher Morvillo and his wife, jewelry designer Neda Morvillo. Lynch, who is often referred to as the “British Bill Gates” and “British Steve Jobs,” was acquitted two months ago by a San Francisco jury of fraud charges linked to the sale of his software company, Autonomy, to Hewlett-Packard for $11 billion in 2011. The sale had cemented Lynch’s reputation as Britain’s answer to the Apple magnate — but it quickly turned sour after HP downgraded Autonomy’s value by $8.8 billion. Several of the guests aboard his yacht were lawyers with the firm, Clifford Chance, who helped Lynch win his fraud trial. The group was said to be celebrating Lynch’s acquittal following the three-month trial. Another lawyer who represented Lynch, Ayla Ronald, survived the horrifying incident alongside her partner, their firm said in a statement. Lynch’s wife, Angela Bacares, was rescued from the wreckage and is recovering from her injuries. 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Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails, thanks for signing up to the breaking news email. Boats like Mike Lynch’s superyacht are “unsinkable”, according to the chief executive of the company that builds and sells the vessels. Giovanni Costantino, the chief executive of the Italian Sea Group, said there are no flaws with the design and construction of the Bayesian and it is “one of the safest boats in the world”. The Bayesian, a 184-ft superyacht carrying 22 passengers and crew, was anchored off the port of Porticello, near Palermo, when it disappeared beneath the waves in a matter of minutes after a freak tornado struck. The Italian Sea Group owns Italian high-end yacht manufacturer Perini that built the vessel owned by British tech magnate Mike Lynch, who was confirmed dead on Thursday after his body had been recovered from the wreck of the boat. Mr Lynch’s 18-year-old daughter Hannah is still unaccounted for. The bodies of the other four people who vanished when the boat went down were recovered from the yacht on Wednesday. “The ship sank because it took on water, from where investigators will have to say,” Mr Costantino told television news programme TG1 late on Wednesday. Citing data from the yacht’s automatic tracking system and based on available footage, Mr Costantino said it took 16 minutes from when the wind began buffeting the yacht, and it began taking on water, for it to sink. Mr Costantino said the Milan-listed group had suffered “enormous damage” to its reputation, with shares falling 2.5 per cent since the disaster. The disaster has baffled naval marine experts who said such a high end vessel should have top-class fittings and safety features and should have been able to withstand such weather. Besides Mr Lynch and his daughter, the other people who failed to escape from the boat were Judy and Jonathan Bloomer, a non-executive chair of Morgan Stanley International; and Clifford Chance lawyer Chris Morvillo and his wife, Neda Morvillo. Fifteen people, including Mr Lynch’s wife, managed to get to safety, while the body of the onboard chef, Canadian-Antiguan national Recaldo Thomas, was found near the wreck hours after the disaster. Specialist rescuers have been searching inside the hull of the sunken yacht for the past three days, but operations have been challenging due to the depth and the narrowness of the places that the divers are scouring, the fire brigade said. Additional reporting by agencies Join our commenting forum Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies Subscribe to Independent Premium to bookmark this article Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today. New to The Independent? Or if you would prefer: Hi {{indy.fullName}} My Independent Premium Account details Help centre Sailing yachts like Mike Lynch's are 'unsinkable bodies', CEO of boat manufacturing firm says Bayesian superyacht which sank off Italy is an "unsinkable" vessel, Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, said. By Ashna Hurynag, news correspondent and Eleonora Chiarella, producer Thursday 22 August 2024 15:27, UK Vessels like Mike Lynch's stricken superyacht are "unsinkable", according to the chief executive of the firm which makes and sells them. Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, told Sky News there are no flaws with the design and construction of the Bayesian superyacht which capsized in a storm off the coast of Porticello, Sicily, on Monday. Five bodies were found by divers on Wednesday - taking the number of confirmed dead to six. The Italian Sea Group also owns the firm that built British tech tycoon Mr Lynch's Bayesian, and Mr Costantino said the vessels "are the safest in the most absolute sense". "Being the manufacturer of Perini [boats], I know very well how the boats have always been designed and built," he said. "And as Perini is a sailing ship... sailing ships are renowned to be the safest ever." He said their structure and keel made them "unsinkable bodies". Read more on this story: Why search of superyacht wreck has been so difficult Hero mum 'slept with baby on deck when storm sank yacht' Be the first to get Breaking News Install the Sky News app for free Mr Costantino said news of the sinking "put me in a state of sadness on one side and of disbelief on the other". "This incident sounds like an unbelievable story, both technically and as a fact," he said. It is understood Italian prosecutors investigating the incident are continuing to hold interviews with the survivors. On Tuesday they questioned the captain for more than two hours to help reconstruct what happened and provide useful technical details. Four British inspectors are also in Porticello and have begun a preliminary assessment of events. It is understood they will look at all relevant aspects of the incident, including the design, stability, and operation of the vessel. They will also examine the effects of the weather conditions experienced. Keep up with all the latest news from the UK and around the world by following Sky News Twenty-two people were on board the vessel, 15 of whom were rescued - including Briton Charlotte Golunski and her one-year-old daughter Sofia. Divers will resume efforts on Thursday morning to bring ashore a body they found earlier. One more person remains missing. Related Topics Superyacht sinking Work & Careers Life & Arts How did the superyacht Bayesian sink? Experts say weather was just one factor Divers searching for 6 missing people locate 5 bodies inside wrecked yacht's hull. Social Sharing A complicated search effort is underway deep beneath the surface of the Mediterranean Sea, off the coast of Italy, where a superyacht sank early Monday during a fierce storm.  Dive crews are attempting to enter the wreck of the Bayesian, a 56-metre long British-flagged luxury vessel, which is sitting in some 50 metres of water near the Sicilian fishing village of Porticello. Fifteen of the 22 passengers and crew members on board were rescued. Divers searching for six people considered missing, including British businessman Mike Lynch, located five bodies inside the yacht's hull on Wednesday, and retrieved four of them from the water. Searchers previously recovered the body of Recaldo Thomas, the ship's Canadian-Antiguan cook, in the water not far from where the Bayesian sank.   Diving team finds 5 bodies in Sicily yacht search Canadian dead, several others missing after superyacht capsizes off Sicilian coast Questions have emerged about why a boat designed to handle severe weather sank so rapidly and whether or not some of its features could've been a factor in its demise. Maritime experts say investigations may, in time, reveal what led to the disaster. "There needs to be an investigation as to why this happened, what went wrong and, you know, how to prevent it in the future cases," said Simon Boxall, an oceanographer and senior lecturer at the University of Southampton in England. Canadian dead, others missing after superyacht sinks near Sicily How did the bayesian sink so quickly. Grainy footage from closed-circuit cameras on the shore broadcast on the website of the Giornale di Sicilia newspaper showed the Bayesian's majestic mast just before it disappeared.  Karsten Borner, captain of the Sir Robert Baden Powell, which rescued the survivors who managed to get into a lifeboat, told The Associated Press he was close enough to be able to see the Bayesian as the storm came in. "A moment later, she was gone," he said. The survivors told the rescuers they went flat on the water "and were sunk in two minutes." Boxall said vessels rely on being able to steer and navigate stormy seas, but the Bayesian was anchored and stationary, which likely made it more vulnerable to the storm and, potentially, a waterspout , or mini tornado that creates a whirlwind over the surface of the sea.  He said it was also dark, meaning "you wouldn't see this sort of very unique event coming towards you." CCTV footage shows yacht Bayesian as deadly storm strikes "It's a freak of nature," Boxall said. "I think the fact that so many have survived, so far, is probably a miracle." Tom Sharpe, a retired Royal Navy commander and defence commentator, told CBC News the weather was likely not the only issue. He says it's rare that a weather event like this takes down a boat.  "There's nearly always a sequence [of events]," he said in an interview from Guildford, England, explaining that everything from safety protocols to the culture on board the vessel needs to be taken into account.  Was the boat's design part of the problem? The Bayesian was built in 2008 by Italian luxury yacht maker Perini Navi. Andrea Ratti, a nautical design professor at Milan Polytechnic, told Reuters that a boat the size of the Bayesian could only sink so rapidly by taking on a huge amount of water.  He suggested that one or more portholes, windows or other openings may have been broken or smashed open by the waterspout, letting in water. There has also been media speculation that a major hatch might have been inadvertently left open. Reports have also highlighted that the Bayesian featured a 72-metre mast — one of the tallest in the world.  Ratti said an unusually tall mast is not by itself an element of vulnerability in a storm.  A second expert, structural engineer Filippo Mattioni, was also skeptical about the suggestion the boat may have sunk due to a broken mast, which likely would have caused major damage smashing against the hull. Fire department diver Marco Tilotta told the newspaper Il Messaggero that the wreck was "apparently intact," with "no gashes, no signs of impact." However, only half of the hull is visible to divers. The Bayesian also had a retractable keel — the fin-like structure under the hull that helps stabilize boats and acts as a counterweight to the mast.  Both Ratti and Mattioni wondered if the yacht had been anchored with the keel up, reducing the vessel's depth under water and making it less stable. Ratti said strong winds might have caused the boat to start oscillating wildly, "like a pendulum," putting exceptional strain on the mast. Sharpe pointed out that a mast the size of the Bayesian's is designed for a massive sail, and without that sail raised and catching the wind, the gusts likely would've had a negligible impact on the aluminum pole. What we know about the capsized superyacht off the Sicilian coast He instead suggested the anchor may have played a pivotal role. "My kind of working assumption is that she was probably a bit further in at anchor, and it's very likely, in these sort of conditions, that her anchor dragged," he said.  In such a situation, he said, a crew is better off steering toward the anchor to stabilize the vessel or raising the anchor and heading out to sea to ride out the storm. "They might have got caught in that middle ground where they're not on a particularly good anchorage, but the anchor is now controlling the bow of the ship." Sicily superyacht rescue: What divers are up against | About That What caused the extreme weather. Although Sharpe says the weather is unlikely the sole cause of the sinking, he notes the Mediterranean isn't the calm sea often pictured in travel brochures.  "It can get pretty nasty," he said. The type of storm that struck Monday is fuelled by warm water and the Mediterranean is warmer than ever, said Boxall, noting there's been about a three and a half degree increase in the 20-year average temperature. 'The ship behind us was gone,' says captain who rescued yacht passengers Climatologists say global warming is making such violent and unexpected tempests more frequent.  Luca Mercalli, president of Italy's meteorological society, said the sea surface temperature around Sicily in the days leading up to the shipwreck was about 30 C.  "This creates an enormous source of energy that contributes to these storms," he told Reuters. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Senior Writer Nick Logan is a senior writer with CBC based in Vancouver. He is a multi-platform reporter and producer, with a particular focus on international news. You can reach out to him at [email protected]. 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