Craft

Celebrating the traditions, skills and workmanship that come together to create a yacht and exploring innovations that will shape the future.

Exploring the options

Exploring the options

By Charlotte Thomas | 30 November 2021

If you have a yearning for exploring off the beaten track but have no idea how to choose a yacht that will take you there safely, fear not – it’s just a case of knowing the right questions to ask yourself, and the right person to help you answer them.

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The art of the craft

The art of the craft

By Charlotte Thomas | 23 November 2021

It is easy to think that in this age of mass production, fine crafts and master trades might be in jeopardy. Thankfully, a new generation of affluent yacht clients are helping keep a vast array of traditional skills very much alive.

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A highly personal affair

A highly personal affair

By Dominique Afacan | 11 August 2021

Wave goodbye to cookie cutter designs; in the superyacht industry – you put your own personal stamp on the finished product.

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Designing a yacht for three generations

Designing a yacht for three generations

By Dominique Afacan | 26 March 2021

Francesca Muzio explains why she’ll always put lifestyle front and centre when it comes to good design.

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Sunrise: the homegrown yacht

Sunrise: the homegrown yacht

By Julia Zaltzman | 12 March 2021

A hands-on owner explains why he enjoyed realising his vision on a yacht designed for his family.

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From the drawing board

From the drawing board

By Dominique Afacan | 14 December 2020

The sky's the limit when it comes to designing custom superyachts, so where is the best place to start the process? We spoke to three design studios to get the lowdown.

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Some like it hot pink

Some like it hot pink

By Julia Zaltzman | 9 November 2020

Owner Professor Hans Georg Näder on building and perfecting the world’s largest carbon fibre superyacht.

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Designing yachts for health-conscious clients

Designing yachts for health-conscious clients

By Dominique Afacan | 26 October 2020

As owners increasingly prioritise wellness and sustainable lifestyles, superyachts are adapting to fit.

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Creating a flawless finished product

Creating a flawless finished product

By Dominique Afacan | 16 October 2020

Master craftsman Lee Parker takes us behind the scenes at Oyster Yachts where he’s made a career out of building beautiful boats.

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