A System That Works: The Design Spiral
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Concept Design
This is where your boat takes shape. We explore different hull forms, layouts, and styling options to find the right balance for your needs. Together we'll determine the overall size, interior arrangements, and propulsion requirements—giving you a clear picture of how your vessel could look and perform.
Preliminary Design
Now we get into the engineering. We analyze the hull structure, calculate stability, and refine the design to ensure everything works together. This phase confirms your boat will perform as expected—handling well, meeting safety standards, and being practical to build. It's where the concept transforms into a buildable design.
Detail Design
In this phase, the design is finalized and "locked in" so the boat can be priced, approved, and built with confidence. The naval architect produces complete drawings and specifications covering structure, layout, systems, materials, weight and balance, and overall performance, so there is no guesswork for the owner or builder. This package defines exactly what will be built, how it will be built, and how it meets safety and regulatory standards.
Production
In the production engineering phase, the finalized design is translated into an efficient repeatable process. The naval architect and builder develop detailed shop drawings, jig layouts, material lists, and construction sequences to reduce build time, cost, and errors. This package ensures the yacht can be built consistently, to quality standards, and within the builder's available facilities and resources.
