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Beautiful yacht interiors may appear effortless when complete, but achieving that result requires hundreds of interconnected decisions made over months, and sometimes years. A full-service yacht interior designer does far more than select furnishings, fabrics, and finishes. As a full service yacht design firm, we guide a project from its earliest conversations through design development, […]

Despite challenges, I couldn’t be more thankful for my parents “dragging” me on family trips and for the times I’ve had to force my own children to look up from their devices to take in the scenery. The memories I have of both are priceless and we have never been more of a family than

Recent years have seen a remarkable shift toward environmentally friendly yacht interiors While the transition from traditional diesel to greener propulsion is vital, what about the myriad other design steps we can take to help reduce a yacht’s impact? In an industry known for offering the finest finishes and materials, yacht interiors have often been

Sure, when it comes to outfitting your yacht, tablescapes and decorative accessories get all the glory. But there is one space that in many respects is one of the most important areas onboard, and that is the stateroom – particularly the bedding and bed linens. I’m not going to lie, I make a pretty fantastic bed.

Savvy owners know the value of a pedigreed build. With a little TLC, the necessary mechanical upgrades, and an interior refresh, a well-built yacht will continue to hold her value for a long time.  The owners of a well-maintained Westport 112 knew they were purchasing a yacht that would retain its value and turned to

Millennials & Gen Z: The next generation yacht design The incoming wave of younger owners is stirring things up in yacht interior design. As designers, we are being challenged to re-assess traditional design concepts and respond to the changing desires and lifestyles of a younger clientele. So, how do we design – or refit –

You know what your design style is. But the yacht you’ve just purchased is far from it. What do you do when your yacht’s interior does not reflect your design style? Sure, it’s easy to say, let’s gut the whole boat to achieve your design style. With an unlimited budget it’s certainly an easy solution.

Let’s face it. Boats – yes, even yachts – have limited space. Maximizing storage, pre-planning access to hidden areas for maintenance and selecting the right furniture and decor are major aspects of any yacht design project. When faced with a small space, how do you avoid creating a dark, cluttered and unwelcome look? Let’s start

The refit of the 130′ Westport Rule No. 1 transformed a dark and dated interior into a California Casual design style retreat. I knew after spending only a short period of time with these particular clients that I needed to create a vibe, a state of mind, and that a California Casual design style was the way to go.

While the crisper air and bluebird skies of Fall inspire residential decor that answers in concert, there is no hard and fast rule concerning seasonal decor aboard yachts. In fact, yachts tend to operate outside of the exciting buzz over the latest fall color schemes and textures. There are many reasons for this, the most