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Yacht Design

The Specializing Master in Yacht Design to become experts in the design of boats for the pleasure boating sector.

The Master in Yacht Design of the Politecnico of Milan provides students with the tools needed to manage the design and construction process of both a sailing boat and a motorboat, from the design brief to defining the general plans , to the hydrostatic and hydrodynamic calculations to the interior fittings, of the roof and on-board equipment, to shipyard production and checking the final phases.

On the one hand it collects and consolidates opportunities and resources developed by the University, with particular reference to skills in the fields of industrial design, fluid dynamics, mechanics, materials science, on the other hand it uses resources, experience and expertise acquired at a number of other Italian universities including: University “Federico II” of Naples, University of Catania and University of Chieti.

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The Head of the Specializing Master is prof. Andrea Ratti, the Deputy manager is prof. Arianna Bionda. The Commission is made up by professors of Politecnico di Milano: Andrea Ratti, Arianna Bionda, Silvia Piardi and Matteo Ingaramo; by prof. Massimo Musio Sale of the Genova University, by prof. Andrea Vallicelli of the Chieti University and by prof. Carlo Bertorello of the Federico II University of Napoli.

XVIII edition

Testimonials, interview with elisabetta pianta, interview with marco foti.

On the occasion of the  20th birthday  of the Specializing Master in Yacht Design, we interviewed 20 alumni of the first MYD editions who have distinguished themselves in the world yachting scene. Here is our interview with  Marco Foti , student of the III edition of the Specializing Master and today  Project & Sales Manager of the Yacht division of the Sanlorenzo shipyard with headquarters in Ameglia (SP) and Viareggio .

Discover his path!

1. Can you tell us “who you are”, what do you do today and what role within the company / reality where you work?

My name is Marco Foti, I’m Project & Sales Manager of the Yacht division of Sanlorenzo shipyard, based in Ameglia (SP) and Viareggio. I deal both with sales to direct customers and through dealers, with particular reference to the Middle East, Greece, Russia, Balkans and UK areas. My role as “technical sales” Project Manager also includes the management of customizations and technical configurations of our yachts (Sanlorenzo builds only full “custom” yachts) organizing meetings with customers, delivery and cost control of the order.

2. What was the role of training, and in particular of the Specializing Master in Yacht Design at the Politecnico di Milano, to get to where you are today?

I took part in the MYD of the Polytechnic of Milan in 2004, immediately after my five-year degree in Mechanical Engineering, at Politecnico di Milano, that I graduated in December 2003. Being born and raised in Sicily, 50m from the sea in front of the wonderful Aeolian Islands, since I was a child boats have always been my passion, thanks also to my father, and I grew up with the desire to turn it into my dream job. The MYD has been for me the perfect link between the university environment and the world of work in this field, very challenging but equally rewarding and satisfying. All the notions I learned at MYD have been extremely useful since the very first day of my internship at the Sessa Marine shipyard in Bergamo, which I begun in the second half of 2004. From then on it has always been a crescendo of experiences, learning and, with great commitment and dedication, great personal gratification.

3. An important moment or a memory from your experience at the Specializing Master?

Concerning “important moments”, all the experiences in the classroom and in the shipyard with the various “top players” of the nautical world such as Vallicelli, Felci, Musio Sale, Bertorello, Ivana Porfiri, Wally Yacht remain indelible in my memory. The funniest anecdote: in that year the MYD class was composed of practically all “sailors”, while the only “motorists” were, in addition to myself, Francesca Darmian, Chiara Grugni and Eleonora Berneri. It was therefore extremely easy and immediate to form our working “team” nicknamed, to be precise, “the Engineers”, with whom we then carried out the MYD thesis project of a very sporty 60 knot boat…obviously with three engines!

4. The first word that comes to mind when thinking about the Specializing Master .

SPRINGBOARD.

5. What advice would you give to a young person who dreams of becoming a yacht designer / undertaking this training course?

I may be against the tide, but the first piece of advice I would give is “extracurricular”: try to get involved in the sea! Anyhow, even with a small dinghy of two and a half meters, or a gozzetto rowing or a small sailboat: the “life on board” is absolutely the best “theory” that you can have and that will always carry you when it is time to design any detail of a boat, whether technical or aesthetic. In addition to this, the great strength of MYD is that, unlike the classic university faculties (e.g. naval engineering) where the activity is decidedly unbalanced on the theory side, here we deal much more with the “practical” part, thanks to the direct B2B interaction with great professionals of the nautical sector that, in Italy, has no equal in the world.

Interview with Alan De Candiziis

Interview with valentina speciale, interview with marijana radovic.

On the occasion of the  20th birthday of the Specializing Master in Yacht Design , we interviewed 20 alumni of the first MYD editions who have distinguished themselves in the world yachting scene. Here is our interview with Marijana Radovic student of the III edition of the Specializing Master and today Co-founder / m2atelier.

1. Can you tell us “who you are”, what do you do today and with what role within the company / reality where you work?

It takes a life to answer that question. I can tell you for sure that Marijana Radovic is a designer, architect, mum, wife, daughter, sister and a friend to many of my dear friends. My first professional choices started in Serbia and my career enfolded in Milan after precious experience in many other locations Rome, Geneva, Athens, London. From my Master onwards I have been always involved in Yachts Design and more. Thanks to diverse environments and significant experiences in the field, I mastered project management, which allowed me to oversee the projects at 360 degrees. In 2006 I founded a design studio STANDBY, initially based in Belgrade and Athens; then soon after, in 2009, I moved back to Milan, which I identified as a perfect location to continue my yacht design journey and research in the field, along with the residential and other architectural projects. Together with architect Marco Bonelli, I founded the international architecture studio m2atelier based in Milan, which has the essence in a multidisciplinary approach and continuous research of space potential, proportions, and materials, with an eye for details that distinguish our design.

2. What was the role of training, and in particular of the Master in Yacht Design of the Politecnico di Milano, to be where you are today?

It was fundamental. The architectural background was a good base; however, I entered the Yachting world during this master. I learned a lot since the course was quite intense, and at the same time, it opened the doors to important studios, and from there, the rest was on me.

3. An important moment or an anecdote from your experience at the Master.

I loved everything about the Master. I was also lucky to meet people who remained my friends. I remember very well that I was the first foreign student in the class, and that was when the Master was entirely in Italian. During the day, I studied and attended the classes, and my nights were dedicated to my 3 dictionaries that helped me follow the courses. I had to be 8 hours constantly focused on hearing and understanding the professors lecturing in Italian otherwise I risked of missing the whole lecture. After 3 days of studies, the professor asked me if I understood everything, and I answered, “yes” (which was maybe my mistake:). From then, no one ever asked me the same thing again assuming that I understood everything, so I had to move forward with intense learning of Italian language, along with Italian nautical language and the courses. That hard work paid off, and I am very satisfied today with what I had then accomplished in just one year.

4 . The first word that comes to your mind when thinking about the Master.

Experience. Working on projects that were real challenges. My colleagues. And the way I lived my life during the studies. All felt and became my new family. We spent time together working a lot and also travelling a lot which was organized by Politecnico.

5. What suggestion would you give to a young person who dreams of becoming a yacht designer / undertaking this training course? Master studies are the best way to gain knowledge and dive into the nautical world in a short intense period. I warmly recommend the Politecnico Master in Yacht Design to all people dreaming of becoming a yacht designer.

Yihharn Liu

Sara pitoni.

During my internship, I had the honor to work, with my tutor, on Riva projects for the feasibility of some interior spaces and for crew accommodation plan according to with Register rules. My principal tasks during this stage are the revision of general plans and modify interior layouts. I studied the synergy between the structures, systems and interior furniture, which certainly contributed to greatly enrich my cultural baggage, having the possibility to participate in meetings between the technical office and suppliers too. Having an Architecture background got during my five years at the Master degree, it wasn’t so easy to start in this field, but thanks to this Master I had the opportunity to come in touch with this company and get the basic know-how to undertake this journey. Special thanks to my tutor and some nice colleagues that taught me a lot about furniture components, structures, systems and all the design process necessary to reach the goal.

Federico Gerbino

From the very first day, I was thrown into the production area with the task of monitoring the feasibility of the interior and exterior arrangement on board aiming to achieve the goals the CRN had established with the customers. With my tutor, the industrial engineering specialist, I am actually working all day on board of every boat the shipyard is building. I can’t spoil you anything, but each of them is a real masterpiece! MYD has provided me with the right technical and soft skills that have allowed me to understand the problems related to the project that we have on board, I also learned how to operate within this new context, how to share information within a team and I also developed the ability to deal with issues under the pressure of deadlines set. Working in a shipyard like CRN has shown me and it has given me the right tools to build a full custom yacht. Here, I have the opportunity to improve my technical knowledge, my problem-solving skills and, by working on board, I had the possibility to cooperate with every supplier and to better understand how the interior space should be designed, considering both aesthetics and feasibility. During this fundamental period, I’m learning to solve smaller issues finding quickly an effective solution if something goes wrong during the construction.

Chrysa Vlachou

I am part of the design team and am involved in several projects currently developed by the studio. Familiarization with programs like Maxsurf, Rhino, Autocad and focus on specific steps of the yacht design process are some of the skills I developed during the master which are helping me being effective in my daily work. Being a member of a small design studio gives me the opportunity to follow up with various steps and have a better overview of the whole design process, from concept design stage till finalizing the technical drawings for the shipyard.

Nikol Naz Lebbink

During my internship experience, I have been working on the new Maori yacht 54ft Hardtop version inter or layout. While working on this project I was able to use the theoretical knowledge MYD gave me and to combining it with the Marketing needs of the work life. Besides this, customization has also a really big role in this studio. So, new layout arrangements, additional details or material changes are done according to the customers need and taste. The opportunity to analyze the theoretical information and to apply them in the real work, the representation of different ideas and design and the visits in the shipyard to supervise the production process, helped me a lot during the internship to follow and understand how a shipyard workflow is organized.

Training objectives

The Programme provides the tools to manage the design and construction of a sailing and motor boat , from the project brief to define the general plans, to the hydrostatic and hydrodynamic calculations, to the interior design, the deck and the on-board equipment, additional devices, to the production in the shipyard and check of the operation steps.

Participation in the Master Course offers the achievement of the following educational objectives:

• development of design skills: ability to work in terms of problem setting and problem solving within the yachting market;
• development of specialized technical skills;
• acquisition of the principles and procedures of construction methods and techniques;
• development of skills related to the production organization and shipyard management;
• development of the ability to work in groups and enter authoritatively in the professional world;
• ability to manage team conflicts and foster creativity processes.

Didactic Modules

The educational programme will be as follows:

• Yacht Design: principles, methods, tools and rules;
• Hystory and culture of Yacht Design;
• Drawing and modeling;
• Naval architecture;
• Shipbuilding techniques;
• On-board equipment and propulsion systems;
• Interio Yacht Design;
• Production processes and business plan;
• Soft Skill for design;
• Design workshops;
• Internship.

Title Released

At the end of the course, upon passing the final exam, the first level Specializing Master’s degree of the Politecnico di Milano will be awarded in ” Yacht Design”

Employment Opportunities

The need of training in nautical sector is based on fast and exponential growth shown by this sector in last years.

This growth finds an additional attractive factor given by the new provisions that facilitate the development of this market (from simplification of procedures for construction of harbours, to tax reduction for pleasure boats above 10 metres, etc.).

For this reason, the sector currently shows a strong professional vocation, both on the side of skills necessary to design pleasure boats, as well as its components and accessories, and on the side of management of the different stages of production process.

In particular, this sector is going through a period of strong growth and development in quantitative and economic terms, which have not yet reached their highest level. This delay is also given by the current lack of figures able to manage and guide this change.

For this reason, candidates who attend the master’s programme find job opportunities at nautical design studios or at shipyards and companies from the nautical sector . The possible areas of professional involvement are: technical office; engineering; project management; production control; quality check; equipment design; styiling; customization; after sales.

Requirements

The Specializing Master is for candidates with a Laurea (equivalent to Bachelor of Science) or Laurea Magistrale/Specialistica (equivalent to Master of Science) of New Educational System in Architecture, Industrial Design, Engineering or Economics.

For foreign applicants, equivalent academic qualifications will be considered in the related study systems.

The selection is made by the Commission.

To take part to the selection process , the application form must be completed online within the following deadlines:

• EU/non-EU who graduated in Italy / EU citizens with qualification gained abroad within December 3, 2024 ,
• Non-EU citizens who graduated abroad within November 3, 2024 .

The Specializing Master costs €14.500 , to be paid as below: • € 500.00 – registration fee to Politecnico di Milano, • € 14,000.00 – participation fee.

POLI.design offers the community of Politecnico di Milano a  50% discount  to be applied to the participation fee for a I and II level Specializing Master or Higher Education Course / Post Graduate Program / Continuing Education Course which POLI.design manages and provides. The discount is for  internal staff  (i.e., structured teachers and technical and administrative staff) with active contracts at  Politecnico di Milano  and  members of their household .

HOW IT WORKS:

To benefit from the discount you will need to:

• send the selection application to the chosen course with the relevant required documents;
• successfully pass the selections;
• send a copy of the applicant’s family status.

Current edition

Awards 2019.

Interior design concept Winner

Steamring for Dada Doga Naz Cebeci MYD14

Concept over 70m Winner

Esquel by Timur Bozca for Oceanco Timur Bozca MYD12

Winner Young Designer of the Year 2019

by Boat International Yihharn Liu – MYD15

Awards 2018

Bronze A’ Design Award Winner for Yacht and Marine Vessels Design Category in 2018

Sapphire 43m Fast Planing Hybrid Motor Yacht di Matthias Krenz

Winner Young Designer of the Year 2018

by Boat International Nicolò Piredda – MYD16

3° place Young Designer of the Year 2018

by Boat International Francesco Conte – MYD 16

Special Mention Millennium Yacht Design Award

Orfeo Yacht Design team [Francesco M. Conte, Gildo incitti, Adeline Lagaria, Luca Scarsella]- MYD 16

European Product Design Award 2018

Bronze in Transportation/Nautical/Boats award Sena Jinen Osman– MYD15

Awards 2017

Young Designer of the Year Award 2017

Comète di Thibaud Le Merdy

Product Design Award 2017

Plantinun Prize in Transportation/Nautical/Boats award Alejandro Crespo Daroca – MYD15

Awards 2016

ADI Design Index 2016

Scarliga Merlüss, curated by the students of MYD XII

1° Classified Millennium Yacht Design Award

Guido Valtorta, MYD XII

1° Classified Diporthesis

ALES by H.J. Choi, A. Ors, M. Schaefer and D. Agapitou, MYD XV

Awards 2015

2° classified yacht design talent award by heesen.

Banu Hunler, MYD XIV

Awards 2014

Winner of the Young Designer of the Year Award by Oceanco

Timur Bozca, MYD XII

XXIII Compasso d’Oro ADI – Targa Giovani

El Niño skiff by Matteo Costa

ADI Design Index

Awards 2013

Project selected for adi design index 2013.

Scarliga Merlüss of the MYD XXII edition

Awards 2012

2° classified Lotus prize

Zero Gravity by Aldo Bruno and Angela Petitto

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Yacht Design

November 2024

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The Master in Yacht Design offers the ideal educational path to become a Yacht Designer

The Master in Yacht Design offers the ideal educational path to become a Yacht Designer, by giving the necessary skills to deal with every stage of the design process – from the initial research and development of the concept to the actual construction of the interiors and exteriors and the validation of production processes in the boatyard. 

In recent years, the nautical sector has expanded constantly, confirming its role as one of the drivers of Made in Italy design. Furthermore, and the new classic approach, based on naval architecture, is taking on an automotive oriented edge, which introduces new working standards and technical and style solutions borrowed from car design.

The vocation of the Piemonte area, which boasts a number of style centres and renowned companies in the land and sea transport sectors, as well as one of the world’s largest shipyards, combined with the short distance from the coast of Liguria, makes Turin the natural setting for a training course founded on the growing process of osmosis that links the yacht world and the automotive industry.   

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Methodology and structure.

The course is planned in levels, which begin with providing students with essential knowledge of the nautical sector, in terms of both cultural aspects and basic techniques. From there, students gradually acquire the skills connected with yacht design. 

Starting from a study of the history and current scenarios of the nautical sector, students will go on to study the market and obtain more detail knowledge of the different types of boats. They acquire significant knowledge of materials, technologies and production methods, including through hands-on experience in a shipyard. They are provided with technical drawing and design tools, as well.

A further strength of this Master course is the fact that is delivered on two campuses, Turin and Venice. This offers participants a dual scenario, in which both cities represent an important aspect of the themes the course is focused on: the tradition of the automotive industry on the one hand, and the maritime vocation on the other. 

The training course ends with a Thesis Project, developed on a brief given by a boatyard or a design studio.

Who is it for?

The admission of the Master is open to graduates in Architecture, Engineering and in the field of Design (Transportation, Interior, Product), as well as professionals in the sector seeking to apply their skills in this specific area.

Federica Bertolini

Style Manager - Azimut Yachts Thesis Supervisor

Course Coordinator

Lorenzo Ciuffatelli

Transportation Designer - Pinifarina

Andrea Sculati

Founder and Director - Sculati & Partners

Luca Sordelli

Marketing and Communication Manager - Harken Italy, Journalist - Wired, Barche, Nautech

Nicola Scopelliti

Freelance Yacht Designer & Co-founder - Scopelliti Rasia Architetti

Lorenzo Penato

Camilla Pierucci

Naval and Nautical designer

Stefano D'Adamo

Style Coordinator - Azimut Yachts

Roberto Tarozzo

Engineering Office Manager / Project Manager - Azimut-Benetti

Sergio Cutolo

Founder and Owner - Hydro Tec

Alessandra De Luca

Training & Development Manager - Azimut-Benetti

Umberto Maria Fossati

Founder and Director - Fossati design Bureau

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DESIGN AND ENGINEERING THAT REFLECTS YOUR SUCCESS

Welcome on board, we believe in an innovative, dynamic and professional approach to work. our success to date is based on a simple philosophy: listen, think, do. we follow these principles with every client adding a healthy mix of audacity, innovation and creativity to every project. , showing true colors.

Since our foundation in 2004 Roberto Curtò and his team have created over 50 yachts and RIB’s for many established and emerging brands.

Maintaining a high degree of client contact and communication, our goal is to perform a highly professional boat design and engineering services.

HIT THE DECK

A yacht is not only a mean of transportation, but also a place of residence and therefore it should include not only a high level of technical equipment and reliability, but also stylish design and decoration. In our work we try to reach the higher harmony of form and content. To create a totally harmonious design we prefer to develop the interior layout in conjunction with the exterior styling and combine them with all-important engineering requirements. At the same time we propose decorative solutions and joinery styles to the suite and layout. From 3D views to detailed joinery drawings, we can develop, and design the required style. We can choose and propose all soft furnishing and fitting, and provide style and mood boards, colors linen, etc.

We can realize the most unusual and daring fantasies.

KNOWING THE ROPES

The history of our company and the experience we have acquired allows us to work to an extremely high level and our innovative solutions enable us to successfully solve different complex tasks with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism.   

Quality work is completed by highly qualified professionals with broad experience in the fields of design and engineering. Our experts have worked for some of Europe’s most renowned marine, naval and design studios and companies. We also design stylish interiors, domestic products, furniture, cars and motor bikes.  

Yacht Design

Custom made 101m motoryacht mauna kea.

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Suzuki DR Big 1000

Ducati Elefant 1200

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EDGING FORWARD

Listening to our clients is an essential part of finding outstanding solutions. Our goal is to provide high-level and high-tech engineering services to meet the needs of customers and society at large to do this we work closely with our customers.  

Our team of specialists appreciates professionalism and responsibility, and unite their efforts and talents to develop outstanding technical solutions.

FROM STEM TO STERN

In the course of the production from the first step to the last we carefully follow the principles: efficient and exible response to customer demands, high technical level, and stable relationships with partners.  

Each project is individually designed. All the wishes and needs of the customer are taken into the account and at the same time we try our best to recommend the correct decision in the course of cooperation. 

Advanced factory process and tooling

PRECISION AND MANUFACTURING

From card mock-ups to up to the minute rapid prototyping and tooling processes, we can guide you every step of the way with our hands on approach. Our aim is to offer our clients state-of-the -art Design and Support at an affordable price whatever your CAD /CAM needs.

ADVANCED MODELING TOOLS

We use the very latest 2D / 3D CAD and rendering software. The benefits include  

Freedom to design better looking and complex shapes

Accuracy and precise control over the finished product

From design to inspected part or tool in the shortest possible time

Cost saving

ENGENEERING AND NAVAL ARCHITECTURE

We engineer boats to prototype, production and manufacturing readiness. Our Naval Architect colleagues are responsible for all the necessary design, hydrodynamic and aerodynamic calculations. We can talk systems and write specifications, undertake engineering for hull or deck only projects or develop your existing models.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

THE INTERNATIONAL YACHT AND AVIATION AWARD

Alpha Yachts squalo 97’ - Winner

2022 The international yacht and aviation award – Alpha Yachts squalo 97′ (interiors) – Finalist

2022 The international yacht and aviation award – Finalist – Q3 EXP 65 mt

2019 Motor Boat Award – Flybridge over 60 ft –  Galeon 360 fly – Finalist

2019 The international yacht and aviation award – Finalist

HELSINKI BOAT SHOW - CABIN CRUISER CATEGORY

2017 Moteur boat – bateaux de l’annèe – Les abitables – Galeon 360 fly – Finalist

2017 Moteur boat – bateaux de l’annèe – Day cruisers category – Finalist Capelli Cap 21,5 WA

WIATR I WODA POLAND - MOTOR YACHT CATEGORY

Galeon 365 HTS - Winner

ZLOTY MEDAL AT POLAND BOAT SHOW

Galeon 310 HTC - Winner

CHAMPION JACHTINGU

2016 Moteur boat – bateaux de l’annèe – Les abitables – Galeon 365 HTS – Finalist

2015 European Powerboat of the Year award – Galeon 300 Fly – Nominated

2014 Nautic Design award – Galia 770 Sundeck – Nominated

2012 Vela e Motore – Barca dell° Anno 2012 – OSIA 315 – Finalist

2012 BaM – Regina di Genova 2012 – Capelli Tempest 650 – OSIA 315 

2011 BaM – Top Ten – Gommoni con e senza cabina – Capelli Tempest 850 wa

2010 BaM – “Best boat” from 12000€ to 51000€ – Cap 21 

2010 Y&S – Top Ten Boats < 11mt : Cap 28 , Portofino 11.

2009 BaM “Best boat” between 100000€ and 15000€: Capelli Cap 32 WA 

2008 Top Yachts – as chosen by Yacht Capital periodical: Intermare 50 : featured. 

2008 Boat of the Year – Yacht Design Award – Intermare 50 : Finalist. 

2008 Croisette Cup from World Yacht Trophies :Intermare 50

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Yacht design, programme overview.

The Yacht Design degree program, offered in English, aims to prepare students to become professionals in the field capable of confronting industrial problems at a high degree of complexity and innovation.  Graduates need to be able to understand, analyze and verify pleasure crafts, design large yachts based on innovative technologies, and oversee and direct construction, testing, maintenance and repair of yachts and mega yachts.

Learning by doing

The classroom lectures in which the theoretical foundation of each course is presented to students are supported by:

-didactic laboratories on design and nautical experimentation;

-internships at shipyards, professional consultancy studios, and  maritime classification registers and surveying boards;

-conferences and workshops in the nautical field;

-university regattas;

-research theses on fundamental topics or on themes proposed by companies in the nautical field.

Career perspectives

Employment at construction shipyards, repair and refitting yards for yachts and pleasure craft, classification registers and surveying boards, design and professional consultancy studios and research institutes which operate in the yachting and mega yacht sectors.

What you will learn

Yacht stability, yacht dynamics, ship structures, numerical marine hydrodynamics, motor yacht design, yacht rigging, yacht design studio workshop, sailing yacht aero hydro dynamics, did you know that....

Yacht Design is a unique degree program in Italy and, as it is configured, it is also unique in Europe!

More than 90% of our graduates find employment at major shipyards and professional consultancy studios in the field.

At Polo ?G. Marconi' students, teachers and staff are united by their passion for yachting. During the academic year it is possible to participate in workshops, conferences, and the construction and refitting of boats designed by our students.

In the past, our students have formed a crew and participated in the ?Mille e una Vela' university regatta, winning in 2012!

Design of pleasure craft (without limits) both from a scientific and technological point of view and from an aesthetic point of view.

The nautical designer must possess the professional competence and skills in the disciplinary fields typical of naval engineering as well as an equally solid preparation in the field of architectural composition and design applied to the nautical field.

What does it mean to be a Yacht Designer?

It means being able to deal in an effective manner with technical problems at a high level of complexity and innovation, and work in an optimal manner using the most modern design and production techniques.  In short, the principal characteristics of a professional of the Master’s program in Yacht Design will be a student who has the ability to understand, analyze and verify pleasure craft, even at a large dimension and complexity, design yachts of large dimension using innovative technologies, and oversee and direct the construction, testing, maintenance, operation and repair of leisure craft.

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Experience luxury and elegance on the water with Italstyle Yacht Design. As one of the leading yacht design companies in the industry, we specialize in creating bespoke, custom-made yachts for discerning clients. Our team of expert designers and engineers work closely with each client to create the perfect yacht to suit their individual needs and preferences.

With a commitment to quality and attention to detail, we use only the finest materials and state-of-the-art technology to ensure that each yacht is not only visually stunning, but also built to last. From the sleek exterior lines to the refined and comfortable interior design, we create yachts that are both beautiful and functional.

With a wide range of services on offer, including yacht design, engineering, and construction, Italstyle Yacht Design provides a turn-key solution for clients who are looking for a yacht that is truly unique and tailored to their specific needs. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a first-time yacht owner, we’ll work closely with you to design and build the yacht of your dreams.

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Italstyle is a renowned yacht design company specializes in creating luxurious and innovative vessels for discerning clients. The company’s team of experienced designers and engineers is dedicated to creating yachts that are not only beautiful, but also functional and efficient.

One of the key advantages of working with Italstyle is the ability to create custom designs that meet the specific needs and preferences of clients. Whether you are looking for a yacht for long-distance cruising or entertaining guests, Italstyle’s team can create a design that is tailored to your specific needs. We have a wide range of design options, with a variety of styles, materials, and colors to choose from.

In addition to custom yacht design, We also offers a range of other services to ensure that your yacht is built to the highest standards of quality and safety. These services include engineering and project management, as well as interior design and styling. With our expertise in these areas, Italstyle can ensure that your yacht is not only beautiful but also safe and seaworthy.

Italstyle also provides after-sales service such as maintenance and refit,  for the yachts we have designed, making us a one-stop-shop for yacht owners.

In conclusion, Italstyle is a highly reputable yacht design company that offers a range of services to ensure that your yacht is built to the highest standards of quality and safety. With our experienced team of designers and engineers, Italstyle can create custom designs that meet the specific needs and preferences of  clients, and provide after-sales service to ensure the longevity of the yacht. If you are looking for a luxurious and innovative yacht, Italstyle is the perfect choice.

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Team of experienced professionals, in the yachting market since 2002, with excellent collaborations with some of the most important and well known shipyards of the world, for the realization of both sailing and motor yachts.

Arch. Mattia Massola, the owner and lead designer of Italstyle Yacht Design has been in the yacht design industry for over 20 years, and has become a highly respected name in the field.

Italstyle Yacht Design is a company that specializes in creating custom, one-of-a-kind yacht designs for clients all over the world. Arch. Massola and his team use the latest technology and design techniques to create yachts that are not only beautiful, but also highly functional and efficient.

One of Arch. Massola’s greatest strengths is his ability to understand his clients’ needs and desires, and to turn those into reality through his designs. He is able to create yachts that perfectly reflect his clients’ personalities and lifestyles.

What sets our team apart is our commitment to collaboration and client satisfaction. We prioritize open communication and actively involve our clients throughout the design process, listening to their needs, preferences, and aspirations. This collaborative approach allows us to tailor our designs to reflect the unique personality and desires of each client while maintaining our signature style and craftsmanship.

Our team’s expertise, passion, and dedication make us the ideal choice for shipyards and private clients seeking exceptional yacht design services. We invite you to join us on a journey of innovation, elegance, and unparalleled craftsmanship. Together, let’s create yachts that leave a lasting impression and fulfill the desires of the most discerning owners.

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Studio Vafiadis

Studio Vafiadis is an international yacht design and architecture studio founded by Giorgio Vafiadis in 1980.

Luca Dini started working in the yacht world twenty-five years ago. He specialized in interior and exterior design of pleasure yachts since 1987 when he became a key element in the staff of a renowned Florence-based studio. After establishing Luca Dini Design In Florence, he left his unique mark on the yacht world and progressively opened new branches taking care also of architecture at large, interior design, objects, and various projects ranging from private residences and car design to private planes interiors.

Akesdesign is a boat design studio, specialized in rigid inflatables and powerboats, joining the naval architecture to decades of sailing experience.

Cristiano Gatto Design

The Italian studio Cristiano Gatto Design, founded in 2001 in Preganziol, near Treviso (Italy), boasts today an outstanding portfolio of projects among bespoke yachts, luxury homes, hotels and restaurants.

Hot Lab is a yacht design studio based in Milan, Italy.

Emanuele Rossi Yacht Design

Emanuele Rossi Yacht Design draws sailing and motor boats for customers or production series with a unique style and highest performances.

Master Yacht Design

The intent of the Yacht Design 1st Level Master is to provide the technical and regulatory indications to design a boat with extreme freedom and security. The study of the water lines, the structures and each on-board system will allow to immediately predict their correct positioning, thus allowing to acquire the professionalism to express themselves freely in design and style. Master is aimed at graduates and undergraduates in Architecture, Engineering, Design, graduates of three-year courses at Design Schools.

At the end of the master the title is awarded in European Master of Science in Design – major: Yacht Design with 60 ECTS credits.

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Courses are organized through project laboratories, integrated by technical, critical and graphical subjects, where the theory is constantly flanked by practice. All our lecturers are freelancer and they exercise their profession in companies or naval firms. For this reason, lessons are organized to set the activity in work prospective. This program gives the opportunity to each student to be able to develop own projects, with the constant supervision of the lecturer. The course is completed by visits in shipyard and naval firms and by an internship, composed by two months – of 8 hours per day – in naval firms, among the best known in Italy, all entirely organized by ISAD.

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Welcome to the dynamic world of Italian Yacht Design, a dedicated section within the NAVIS Superyacht Directory that features an array of exceptional Italian yacht designers and masters of luxury yacht interior design.

Italy, with its iconic style, history, and passion for life, has been a powerhouse in the global yacht design industry. The beauty of an Italian yacht goes far beyond its physical form, reflecting the essence of Italian culture that cherishes craftsmanship, art, and the joy of living. NAVIS has carefully curated this directory to spotlight the maestros of Italian yacht design, those who have seamlessly fused traditional Italian aesthetics with modern innovation to craft luxury Italian yachts that captivate the world.

In this section, you will find comprehensive profiles and a high-resolution gallery unveiling the extraordinary work of these Italian designers. Experience the awe-inspiring exterior designs that marry sleek lines with powerful performance, and the luxury yacht interior designs that blend opulence with Italian flair, all culminating in a unique yachting lifestyle.

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Garroni Design was founded in 1971 by Vittorio Garroni, an Italian designer who is a Phd Architect. He has a wide variety of projects such as cruise vessels, ferries, automotive, mansions, corporate offices, hotels and restoration of historical places.

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Bala is a highly skilled and passionate yacht designer with over a decade of experience in the field. He holds a master’s degree in yacht design from Italy and has completed numerous successful projects for clients worldwide. His expertise lies in naval architecture and he has designed a wide range of luxury, commercial, speed, and sailboats, from 4m to 18m in length.

Bala is recognized as a specialist in HDPE boat design and has extensive knowledge in using other materials such as FRP, and aluminium. He is also well-versed in creating customized boats and working with individuals and businesses starting out in the industry. His Master’s degree in Yacht Design, from Italy with honour’s, and designed over 50 different complete and supporting projects for Global customers.

His notable achievements include creating India’s first welded HDPE boats for the marine police, which are made from the advanced material High-Density Polyethylene. Additionally, his 45m superyacht design “Vanity” was featured in the MYDA awards and earned him a special mention for the Young Designer award in 2017. His work has been featured in multiple journals and he believes that the key to successful yacht design is incorporating comfort, space, luxury, performance, and practicality with a touch of class.

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Four Seasons Unveils First Yacht Itineraries and Suite Interiors

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Four Seasons loyalists have a lot to be excited about, with the launch of the brand’s first yacht nearing in 2026.

The 14-deck luxury vessel, which is partly being modeled off of Aristotle Onassis’ iconic yacht Christina O , will offer some of the most opulent amenities at sea. Initial renderings released in October 2023 show a 66-foot saltwater pool, a marina deck built for swimming and watersports, sophisticated dining concepts, and 95 guest suites. Now, the Four Seasons has released the first renderings showcasing the spacious suites on board—and we got a first look.

The ship's sleek design seeks to translate “the Four Seasons guest experience in terms of comfort level and the luxury standards" to life at sea, Fredrik Johannson, partner and executive director of Tillberg Design of Sweden and the lead designer on the Four Seasons Yacht, tells Condé Nast Traveler. Even the hotel group’s beloved mattresses will be offered in every room.

The first renderings of the Four Season Yacht's suites were released Tuesday, showcasing spacious guest rooms with ocean views.

Also just revealed: the first destinations the yacht will call upon throughout its inaugural year. Passengers can expect to visit a wide variety of exclusive and jet-setting locales, as the yacht is slated to visit more than 130 destinations across 30 countries in its first year alone. And of course, guests will have the option to book pre-and-post cruise extensions at iconic Four Seasons resorts along the way.

“We’re incredibly proud to announce the first itineraries aboard Four Seasons Yachts, and know that these experiences will exceed our guest expectations when we set sail in 2026,” says Alejandro Reynal, Four Seasons President and CEO.

Each voyage calls upon small ports that are typically considered “yacht playgrounds," Thatcher Brown, the Chief Commercial Officer at Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD and co-owner of Four Seasons Yachts, tells Traveler. Passengers can expect to sail between Caribbean and Mediterranean coastal havens almost exclusively visited by private vessels .

When the yacht launches in January 2026, it will first head to the Caribbean, where it will complete seven-night, island-hopping itineraries between St. Barths, Nevis, the Grenadines, St Lucia, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Curaçao, and Aruba.

Then in March 2026, the ship will cross the Atlantic and begin sailing its Grand Mediterranean voyages , which include visits to alluring towns in Croatia, Gibraltar, Montenegro, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Turkey. Travelers can also expect to access “under-the-radar” Greek islands , like Ios and Milos, as well as more popular Grecian destinations like Athens and Santorini, according to a Four Seasons release.

Guests will have the option to adjoin suites to accommodate families or other groups traveling together.

Sure the destinations sound glamorous—but it might be difficult for passengers to depart the ship and leave behind the luxe accommodations on board. Specifically the guest suites—which will offer 50% more living space per guest than any other competitor currently at sea, according to the company’s release.

Each space will offer floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of the sea, bathrooms with double vanities, and large closets. “Almost every single bed on this whole yacht is facing the sea,” Johannson says. “All the rooms there have this clarity to them. They are very exclusive, but they have a beautiful simplicity.”

Every suite will also offer private outdoor terraces. What’s more: guests will have the option to adjoin suites to accommodate families or other groups traveling together. There are more than 100 different adjoining configurations, including the option to reserve the entire side of a deck—an opportunity that would afford a group of travel companions more than 13,000 square feet of living space.

The Four Seasons Yacht will be divided between Funnel and Loft Suites, each with private outdoor terraces.

But the true showstopper on board is sure to be the Funnel Suite. Located on the very top deck where the funnel or smokestack would traditionally be, the Funnel Suite is essentially the ship’s penthouse, spanning four floors and 9,975 square feet. The massive space will feature three bedrooms and a terrace with outdoor dining space, splash pool, and outdoor showers. But the suite’s best amenity will be its views. The four-story, floor-to-ceiling windows have been fitted with the largest piece of contiguous curved glass at sea, offering sweeping 280-degree views of the ocean as the yacht sails from port to port.

Voyages on board the Four Seasons yacht haven’t yet opened for general booking, but interested travelers can join the yacht’s waitlist in hopes of securing one of the elegant suites on the 2026 itineraries.

Four Seasons Yachts: 5 Facts and First Look at 2026 Itineraries

Sean O'Neill , Skift

March 26th, 2024 at 4:19 PM EDT

Superyachts run by the Four Seasons brand are creating a buzzy new offering. Competitors include Marriott's Ritz-Carlton and Accor's Orient Express.

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Four Seasons revealed on Tuesday the first itineraries for its new brand, Four Seasons Yachts. The hospitality company also shared the first renderings of its maiden vessel, which it has yet to name.

Here are five facts that stood out.

1. Four Seasons’ first yacht will take turns sailing the Caribbean and the Mediterranean.

When the Four Seasons Yachts brand begins service in January 2026, its first vessel will cruise to the Caribbean for weeklong trips among the islands of St. Barths, Nevis, the Grenadines, St Lucia, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Curaçao, and Aruba.

In March 2026, the yacht will cross the Atlantic and begin trips that stop at ports in Croatia, Gibraltar, Montenegro, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Turkey. Several itineraries will feature stops in Greece, including Athens, Ios, Santorini, and Milos.

2. Four Seasons Yachts will favor ports only private vessels tend to visit.

Four Seasons Yachts is a brand that belongs to a new generation of cruise ship offerings known as superyachts. These commercial vessels are bigger than a private yacht but smaller than a cruise ship.

An advantage of superyachts compared to typical cruise ships is that they can visit ports of call ordinarily only with the infrastructure to support small private vessels.

This agility will let the first Four Season Yacht visit more than 130 spots in over 30 countries and territories in its first year alone. A sample stop could let guests easily explore Martinique’s volcanic coral reefs and lush rainforest landscapes in a way they couldn’t if sailing on a traditional large luxury liner.

Other brands in the category include the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, which already has ships at sea, and Orient Express Silenseas, which intends to debut in 2026.

3. The superyachts intend to take design to a higher level than the standard luxury cruise liner.

The 14-deck luxury vessel is inspired by Aristotle Onassis’ iconic yacht Christina O, according to Four Seasons and its partner Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings and shipbuilder Fincantieri.

The ship will have 95 guest suites created by the brand’s creative director, Prosper Assouline, along with Tillberg Design of Sweden .

4. Suites on a Four Seasons yacht will emphasize space.

The first vessel from Four Seasons Yachts promises to have “50% more living space per guest” than what’s available on the Ilma , the first ship to debut from rival player Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection .

Suites will offer floor-to-ceiling windows, double vanity bathrooms, and large private balconies, as just-shared images reveal.

The largest suites range from 2,981 to 9,975 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space.

5. Amenities will include a 66-foot saltwater pool and a marina deck.

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Four Seasons Yachts Unveils Inaugural Itineraries to the Caribbean and Mediterranean and a First Look at its 95 Spectacular Suites

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Four Seasons , together with luxury yachting company Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd, Joint Owner/Operator, Four Seasons Yachts, and venerated Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, continues to chart a new course of luxury at sea. As momentum builds towards the inaugural season of Four Seasons Yachts , the first 10 unique voyages are unveiled, each inviting travellers to make the iconic islands and hidden gems of the Caribbean and Mediterranean their playground, with meticulously designed suites that guests will call home along the journey.

“We are excited to showcase the breathtaking destinations and world-class design awaiting guests aboard Four Seasons Yachts as we approach our inaugural season in 2026,” says Alejandro Reynal , President and Chief Executive Officer, Four Seasons. “At Four Seasons, guest-centricity has always been the foundation of our luxury service offering and our exceptional Yacht will extend this approach to the seas. Our teams are dedicated to innovating and delivering genuine service, ensuring each journey is defined by comfort, elegance, and personalization, setting a new standard for luxury hospitality experiences at sea.”

A Journey Across Crystal Clear Caribbean Waters   and Magnificent Mediterranean Seas

In its debut year, Four Seasons Yachts will explore more than 130 distinct destinations across over 30 countries and territories. All itineraries are crafted with flexibility in mind, allowing guests to tailor their own adventure as they explore beyond the familiar. The team curating each itinerary understands the nuances of these locales, ensuring each experience is truly extraordinary. Enhancing itineraries are customizable with pre-and-post hotel and overland programs at beloved Four Seasons hotels and resorts.

The first Four Seasons Yacht, currently under construction in Ancona, Italy, will travel westbound as part of its repositioning and will welcome guests to set sail amid the serene turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea from January to March 2026. The first Caribbean itineraries feature seven nights of exploration through the most exciting yachting destinations including Saint Barthélemy (St Barths), Nevis, the Grenadines, St Lucia, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Curaçao and Aruba. Destination highlights include indulging in the dazzling nightlife of St Barths, discovering Martinique’s volcanic coral reefs and lush rainforest landscapes, a marina day in St Lucia’s Tobago Cays, and much more.

With more destinations and details to be unveiled in the coming months, the first  Grand Mediterranean  voyages will begin in March 2026 and will include sailings through Croatia, Gibraltar, Montenegro, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Türkiye. The Mediterranean itinerary will also highlight the Greek Isles , with stops in Athens, Ios, Santorini, Milos, and more. Guests will explore under-the-radar islands steeped in culture and history, offering a variety of experiences that go above and beyond the ordinary of Mediterranean sailings.

Bespoke Suite Designs Focused on Comfort, Connection and Care

In collaboration with Tillberg Design of Sweden and the Yacht’s Creative Director, Prosper Assouline, the Yacht’s suite design embodies the essence of intuitive luxury, each a sanctuary of tranquillity with panoramic views, elegant interiors, thoughtful details and a residential feel that creates the sense of a welcoming home at sea.

"Our goal was to craft an environment that feels both familiar and extraordinary, with warm hues and open designs. We are creating an inviting, welcoming environment that reflects the same feeling one experiences at a Four Seasons hotel or resort," says Fredrik Johannson, Partner and Executive Director of Tillberg Design of Sweden. “At the same time, we are designing a look and feel that is unique to this project, creating an elegant yet simple interior that stands out on its own, while blending beautifully with the majestic seas that will surround it.”

With 50% more living space per guest than currently available with any competitor at sea, all suites will offer floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing sweeping sea views, double vanity bathrooms with spacious showers and closets, expansive private terraces, and dynamic use of space and light.

The Yacht’s extensive network of adjoining suites will feature an innovative system that connects accommodations with modular walls, offering numerous options of vertical and horizontal combinations within the signature suites. This versatility will unlock more than 100 different connection options and the unique opportunity to reserve an entire side of a deck, perfect for those travelling with family, friends, or larger groups. For example, this one-of-a-kind design will allow for more than 13,000 square feet (1,200 square metres) of total living space.

A New Suite Standard: Funnel and Loft Suites

The largest accommodations are seven signature suites ranging from 2,981 to 9,975 square feet (277 to 927 square metres) of indoor and outdoor living space. They offer two to three bedrooms, separate living rooms, indoor and outdoor dining space, splash pools, outdoor showers, and the option to connect to additional suites.

The premier signature suite accommodations – the Funnel and Loft Suites – both feature three bedrooms, outdoor showers, and splash pools. The largest on board, the Funnel Suite, housed within the Yacht’s glass-enclosed funnel, is 9,975 square feet (927 square metres), spanning four levels of living space. The suite’s towering floor-to-ceiling wraparound windows, made up of the largest contiguous piece of glass at sea, is a one-of-a-kind engineering feat offering stunning 280-degree panoramic views. The Loft Suite is 7,952 square feet (739 square metres) and can accommodate large group sizes of up to 20 people by connecting with seven additional suites, the largest number of connecting suites available.

When exploring beyond the comforts of their stunning suites, guests can enjoy 11 dining options, spa and wellness offerings, a state-of-the-art transverse marina, and the stern pool, set to be one of the largest in the industry at nearly 19 metres long and 5 metres wide (65 feet long and 18 feet wide). Its unique hydraulic lift design will allow the pool deck to level out, creating an expansive outdoor space for weddings, celebrations and other events.

Four Seasons Yachts will redefine luxury at sea with its all-suite, residential style product, best in class design and the brand’s renowned service and care delivered through a 1:1 guest-to-staff ratio.

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About Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD

Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD was founded and conceived by luxury entrepreneur Nadim Ashi, who serves as executive chair of the newly formed yacht company. Ashi is the owner of Fort Partners and the visionary responsible for Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, Surfside, Florida and multiple other properties, including the future Four Seasons hotel in Rome. Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD is incorporated in Valletta, Malta and is responsible for yacht sales and marketing, marine, technical operations, navigation, deployment strategy, port operations, reservations, and related shoreside and vessel crewing.

About Fincantieri

Fincantieri is one of the world’s largest shipbuilding groups, the only one active in all high-tech marine industry sectors. It is leader in the construction and transformation of cruise, naval and oil & gas and wind offshore vessels, as well as in the production of systems and component equipment, after-sales services and marine interiors solutions. Thanks to the expertise developed in the management of complex projects, the Group boasts first-class references in infrastructures, and is a reference player in digital technologies and cybersecurity, electronics and advanced systems.

With over 230 years of history and more than 7,000 ships built, Fincantieri maintains its know-how, expertise and management centres in Italy, here employing 10,000 workers and creating around 90,000 jobs, which double worldwide thanks to a production network of 18 shipyards operating in four continents and with almost 21,000 employees.  www.fincantieri.com

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