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Rhoades Young Design is an award winning UK based yacht designer, with an impressive portfolio of designs for sailing yachts and motor yachts, classic and contemporary, which are creative yet considered. Rhoades Young Designs’ portfolio ranges from ultra-lightweight engineered interiors to stunningly refined traditional exteriors, each individual project created with meticulous attention to detail. Rhoades Young Designs’ philosophy is ‘to deliver creative design that is driven by experience and passion to create true luxury yachts which are destined to become classics of the future.’

4 Dubois designed superyachts confirm their participation in the 2012 Newport Bucket Regatta

May 23, 2012

Four wonderful Dubois designed vessels, including the 44.7m sailing yacht Lady B, the 42.9m luxury yacht Drumbeg, the 49.7m superyacht Zefira as well as the 44.8m Timoneer superyacht have all confirmed their participation in the 2012 Newport Bucket Regatta, running from August 24 to 26.

44.7m sailing yacht Lady B

44.7m Vitters sailing yacht Lady B - Image courtesy of Dubois Naval Architects

Lady B
Winner of the World Superyacht Awards 2011 in the ‘Judges’ Commendation’ category, the 44.7m sailing yacht Lady B is a magnificent sloop, delivered by the prominent Dutch builder Vitters Shipyard in 2010. With naval architecture as well as exterior styling by Dubois Naval Architects, the Lady B boasts lovely interior by respected Rhoades Young Design and offers 4 beautiful staterooms to 8 guests, looked after by an impeccable crew of 6.

42.9m luxury yacht Drumberg by Vitters Shipyard

42.9m luxury yacht Drumberg by Vitters Shipyard - Image courtesy of Dubois Naval Architects

Drumberg
Launched by Vitters Shipyard in 2004, the 42.9m superyacht Drumberg (ex Nelson, ex Gimla) is a fast, exceptionally elegant and very comfortable sloop. Dubois designed Drumberg features modern interior by Rhoades Young Design, providing 5 stunning staterooms for a total number of 10 guests.

49.7m Fitzroy superyacht Zefira

49.7m Fitzroy superyacht Zefira - Image courtesy of Dubois Naval Architects

Zefira
Winner of the both World Superyacht Awards 2011 as well as the ShowBoats Design Awards 2011, the 49.7m luxury yacht Zefira is the largest sloop Dubois Naval Architects has launched to date without a flybridge. Delivered by Fitzroy Yachts in 2010, Zefira’s elegant and comfortable interior by Remi Tessier easily sleeps 8 guests in 4 beautiful staterooms.

44.8m sailing yacht Timoneer by Vitters Shipyard

44.8m sailing yacht Timoneer by Vitters Shipyard - Image courtesy of Dubois Naval Architects

Timoneer
Measuring 44.8 metres, the Timoneer superyacht is a luxury ketch-rigged sailboat, launched by Vitters Shipyard in 2001. With splendid interior by John Munford Design, the all-aluminium Dubois designed Timoneer provides 8 guests with the utmost in luxury in 4 comfortable staterooms.

World Superyacht Awards 2012: Judges´ Special Award for megayacht Hetairos

May 10, 2012

The 66.7m sailing yacht Hetairos received the Judges’ Special Award in the 40m+ size range at this year´s World Superyacht Awards, for her notable contribution to the technical advancement of sailing superyachts. She has set many new benchmarks in superyacht design as well as building. Built by the renowned Finnish shipyard Baltic Yachts, the Hetairos superyacht boasts naval architecture by Dykstra Naval Architects in partnership with Reichel Pugh Yacht, with elegant exterior by Dykstra Naval Architects and beautiful interior by Rhoades Young Ltd.

66.7m Baltic superyacht Hetairos in Lanzarote in October 2011 Credit: YPS/Peter Neumann

66.7m Baltic superyacht Hetairos in Lanzarote in October 2011 Credit: YPS/Peter Neumann

Main Characteristics of the 66.7m luxury yacht Hetairos:

L.O.A. 66.70 meter
Builder  Baltic Yachts
Naval Architects  Dykstra Naval Architects co. Naval Architect Reichel Pugh

Yacht Design
Exterior Styling   Dykstra Naval Architects
Interior Design     Rhoades Young Ltd
Project Management   Jens Cornelsen GmbH

30m luxury yacht ANTARES III receives “Best Sailing Yacht 30-40m” award at the World Superyacht Awards 2012

May 07, 2012

The 30m (98ft) sailing yacht Antares III has received the “Best Sailing Yacht 30-40m” award during the 2012 presentation of the World Superyacht Awards 2012. The Antares superyacht is a breathtaking composite pilothouse sloop, launched by the prestigious NZ builder Yachting Developments in May 2011.

30m sailing yacht Antares III by Yachting Developments

30m sailing yacht Antares III by Yachting Developments - The World Superyacht Awards Winner 2012

The luxury yacht Antares III naval architecture and exterior styling is by Dixon Yacht Design, with interior design by Rhoades Young, during construction owners representation was provided by Patrick Yeoward.

Custom built by Auckland boatyard Yachting Developments in an unprecedented 400 day build time, the 30m superyacht Antares III has proven an absolute success story for all concerned, the vessel has already completed her maiden voyage in the South Pacific with her very experienced and happy owner onboard.

Superyacht Antares III Cockpit

Superyacht Antares III Cockpit

Antares III yacht accommodation consists of an upper and lower saloon that are open to each other, two spacious guest cabins and a full beam aft Owners cabin with private deck access. Forward of the galley and crew mess is accommodation for four crew members.

Built to comply with stringent Germanischer Lloyd and MCA classification requirements, the vessel is incredibly strong yet 25%-30% lighter than similar vessels built in Aluminum, this is achievable by the use of composites. The composite structure is post cure epoxy Eglass/Carbon/Kevlar incorporating high strength foam sandwich technology. The hull has a Kevlar outer skin giving increased impact resistance.

Luxury yacht Antares III Master Cabin

Luxury yacht Antares III Master Cabin

The blonde teak interior was built in-house by Yachting Developments specialist tradesmen with a horizontal grain and is contrasted with wide Walnut planked floors.

Antares III sports a state of art carbon fibre mast, furling carbon boom and carbon fibre standing rigging, supplied and manufactured in New Zealand by Southern Spars, sails by Norths NZ.

Dubois designed sailing yacht Tenaz and Alcanara yacht on display at the Port Adriano Show

April 18, 2012

Dubois designed sailing yacht Tenaz (ex Desirade 4 and Mamamouchi) as well as the Alcanara superyacht will be available for inspection at the Port Adriano Show, running from April 28th to 30th, 2012. This new “By Invitation Only” event, the first of its kind in Spain, will host a good number of sailing and motor yachts over 24 meters offered for sale or charter.

40m luxury yacht Tenaz - side view

40m luxury yacht Tenaz - side view

TENAZ (ex Desirade 4, Mamamouchi)
Launched in 1996 as Mamamouchi, the 40m luxury sailing yacht Tenaz is a spectacular sloop, built by the prestigious UK-based shipyard Pendennis. She was named Tenaz after an extensive refit in 2010. Featuring lovely interior by renowned Redman Whiteley Dixon, the Tenaz superyacht boasts an elegant profile which gives fantastic visibility forward from her huge cockpit. She has earned a superb reputation for her performance under sail, regularly achieving 17 knots.

Tenaz superyacht - view from above

Tenaz superyacht - view from above

Dubois designed superyacht Tenaz offers four luxurious staterooms, providing excellent accommodation for a vessel of her size. There is a master stateroom, along with three twin cabins and space for a crew of 6 professionals.

Aboard the Dubois designed superyacht Tenaz by Pendennis

Aboard the Dubois designed superyacht Tenaz by Pendennis

Her large lazarette offers ample space for dive gear and other water toys while her fold down stern platform is a superb area from which to swim, dive and access the tender.

29.1m luxury sailing yacht Alcanara

29.1m luxury sailing yacht Alcanara

ALCANARA
Built by Steve Ward in Australia, the 29.1m sailing yacht Alcanara is a magnificent seaworthy, elegant and fast cruising sloop, based on Dubois designed charter yacht Margaret Ann launched in 2004.

Alcanara superyacht under sail

Alcanara superyacht under sail

All-aluminium superyacht Alcanara boasts beautiful interior by well known Rhoades Young Design and was delivered in 2008.

Luxury superyacht ANTARES III confirmed as finalist in the 2012 ShowBoats Design Award

March 28, 2012

Yachting Developments of New Zealand is happy to announce that the 30m sailing yacht ANTARES III is now confirmed as a finalist in the 2012 ShowBoats Design Awards in the ‘Naval Architecture’ category.

Superyacht Antares III by Yachting Developments

Superyacht Antares III by Yachting Developments

Antares III superyacht is a 100ft (30m) composite sloop built by Yachting Developments and designed by Dixon Yacht Design.  Launched in 2011 after an unprecedented 400 day build time, Antares III, as previously announced, is also a finalist in the World Superyacht.

Yachting Developments would like to congratulate Dixon Yacht Design, interior designers Rhoades Young and the Owners Representative Patrick Yeoward on Antares III’s successes.

New Rhoades Young and Rob Humphreys designed 100´ Sailing Yacht Concept

March 16, 2012

New 100´ sailing yacht developed by Rhoades Young Design in partnership with Rob Humphreys Yacht Design is a beautiful performance cruiser with the emphasis on relaxation as well as lifestyle at sea. The 100´ Young/Humphreys superyacht permits the user to be content, comfortable and safe while being able to select from a wide range of relaxation or entertainment areas all available aboard, depending on the mood.

New Rhoades Young/Rob Humphreys 100´ Sailing Yacht Concept Image Courtesy of Humphreys Yacht Design

New Rhoades Young/Rob Humphreys 100´ Sailing Yacht Concept - Image Courtesy of Humphreys Yacht Design

The profile appearance of a contemporary twin deckhouse 100´ Young/Humphreys luxury yacht belies the expanse of accommodation within. A secluded aft beach is accessible directly through glazed doors to the aft cabin within, whilst the sunken cockpit is inviting and sheltered, and maintains a strong and alluring link to the main deck house.

The contemporary twin deckhouse 100´ Young/Humphreys luxury yacht

The contemporary twin deckhouse 100´ Young/Humphreys luxury yacht - Image Courtesy of Humphreys Yacht Design

Sporting 360 degree views, enhanced by drop down bulwarks and near full height windows, the deck saloon features an uninterrupted vista from the seating / dining area within. Yet another cockpit nestles forward of the main house for secluded privacy.

The well developed 100 superyacht by Rhoades Young and Rob Humphreys

The well developed 100´ superyacht by Rhoades Young and Rob Humphreys - Image Courtesy of Humphreys Yacht Design

With every aspect of life on board considered and revisited, the well developed 100´ yacht is bristling with fresh thinking and approaches to living afloat.

100´ Sailing Yacht Saloon Render

100´ Sailing Yacht Saloon Render

Great Selection of Dubois designed Superyachts to be present in St. Barths, Caribbean

March 15, 2012

A great selection of Dubois designed superyachts are expected to be present in the popular Caribbean destination of St. Barths. Home to an eclectic mix of iguanas, night-blooming cactus, and fabulous beaches as well as luxury yachts, designer boutiques, and celebrities, St. Barths is an extraordinary island, offering luxury, serenity and most importantly of all – excellent conditions for sailing.

A beautiful Caribbean yacht charter destination - St. Barths

A beautiful Caribbean yacht charter destination - St. Barths

KOKOMO

58.4m sailing yacht Kokomo is a spectacular fast cruising sloop, launched by the NZ shipyard Alloy Yachts in 2010. Featuring sleek hull refined for sea-keeping and speed, Kokomo offers spacious and comfortable accommodation in her lovely interior, designed by renowned Redman Whiteley Dixon.

58.4m superyacht KOKOMO

58.4m superyacht KOKOMO

TWIZZLE

Launched in 2010, the 57.5m luxury yacht Twizzle is a beautiful performance cruising ketch, built by the prestigious yard Royal Huisman. Twizzle provides an elegantly stylish yet comfortable relaxed interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon.

57.5m sailing yacht TWIZZLE

57.5m sailing yacht TWIZZLE

MONDANGO

Built by Alloy Yachts, the 51.7m superyacht Mondango is an exceptional large flybridge ketch, launched in 2008. With interior by well-known Reymond Langton Design, Mondango is a stylish vessel capable of fast, comfortable ocean passages.

51.7m superyacht MONDANGO

51.7m superyacht MONDANGO

ZEFIRA

The 7th Dubois design built by Fitzroy Yachts, 49.7m sailing yacht Zefira is a breathtaking fast cruising sloop, launched in 2010. Remi Tessier designed elegant interior offers 4 comfortable staterooms for 8 guests in addition to 4 crew cabins.

49.7m ZEFIRA Superyacht

49.7m ZEFIRA Superyacht

LADY B

Delivered in 2010, the 44.2m luxury yacht Lady B, built by Vitters Shipyard is one of the most sophisticated and well finished vessels of her size in the world today. Featuring interior styling by Rhoades Young Design, Lady B provides 8 guests with the high sailing performance.

44.7m superyacht LADY B

44.7m superyacht LADY B

SALPERTON

45m superyacht Salperton is another fabulous fast cruising sloop, built by Fitzroy Yachts and launched in 2009. Both practical as well as beautiful, Salperton´s light and spacious interior by Adam Lay Studio offers 4 comfortable staterooms.

45m SALPERTON superyacht

45m SALPERTON superyacht

ARTEMIS (ex Salperton)

Fitzroy 44m dramatically beautiful superyacht Artemis (ex Salperton) was launched in 2007 as a performance oriented sloop. The comfortable interior for 8 guests designed by Adam Lay Studio, includes an owner’s suite, three generous guest cabins as well as three crew cabins.

44m sailing yacht Artemis (ex Salperton)

44m sailing yacht Artemis (ex Salperton)

KOO

Delivered in 2002, the 42.9m luxury yacht Koo is both a cruising as well as racing vessel, built by Vitters Shipyard. The elegant interior, finished in dark stained mahogany with crisp, sharp lines which exude a contemporary feel, was designed by Redman Whiteley Dixon Design and decorated by Axel Vervoordt.

42.9m sailing yacht KOO

42.9m sailing yacht KOO

DESTINATION (ex Destination Forx Har´br and Harlequin)

Luxury sailing yacht Destination measures 41 metres in length over all and was launched in 2002 by Alloy Yachts. Recently refitted with an upgraded Reymond Langton interior, the stylish Destination sloop can sleep a total of 8 guests in 4 luxurious and lovely staterooms.

41m luxury yacht DESTINATION

41m luxury yacht DESTINATION

INMOCEAN

41m superyacht Inmocean is an elegant classic style sloop, launched by Fitzroy Yachts in 2008. Created for long ocean passages as well as “off the beaten track” cruising, Inmocean boasts interior design by Adam Lay Studio, offering owner and guest accommodation forward in 3 amazing cabins, with 3 crew cabins aft.

41m superyacht IMMOCEAN

41m superyacht IMMOCEAN

NUBERU BLAU (ex Kokomo of London)

The 7th Dubois design built by Alloy Yachts is the 40.3m sailing yacht Nuberu Blau. Launched in 2000, Nuberu Blau´s lovely interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon for 8 guests is wonderfully light with a warm atmosphere.

40.3m sailing yacht NUBERU BLAU (ex Kokomo of London)

40.3m sailing yacht NUBERU BLAU (ex Kokomo of London)

GANESHA

Delivered in 2006 by Fitzroy Yachts, the 38.9m charter yacht Ganesha is a superb fast cruising sloop, mixing up head-turning style and speed with comfort and safety. Ganesha provides comfortable accommodation for up to 10 guests in her graceful interior, designed by Redman Whiteley Dixon.

38.9m GANESHA superyacht

38.9m luxury charter yacht GANESHA

GENEVIEVE (ex Atlanta)

Luxury sailing yacht Genevieve (ex Atlanta) measures 36.9 metres in length and was delivered by Alloy Yachts in 1996, with last refit in 2005. Featuring a sparkling performance as well as excellent pedigree, Genevieve sleeps 8 to 9 guests in the full width master stateroom, a VIP double cabin, a twin cabin and a double cabin with a fixed upper berth, each with a shower room en suite.

36.9m luxury yacht GENEVIEVE

36.9m luxury yacht GENEVIEVE

BLISS

Built by Yachting Developments in 2009, the 36.7m charter yacht Bliss represents a mixture of sailing performance and cruising luxury for the ultimate sailing holiday. With interior design by Design Unlimited, Bliss has the flexibility to accommodate 10 guests using a combination of berth arrangements making her the perfect charter yacht for families or groups of friends.

36.7m charter yacht BLISS

36.7m charter yacht BLISS

MOONBIRD

Sleek, sexy lines, elegant interior as well as superb performance all represent the spectacular charter yacht Moonbird. This amazing 37.1m fast cruising sloop launched in 2003 by Fitzroy Yachts boasts a gracious interior by Rhoades Young Design and features an incredible capacity for both formal as well as informal entertaining, offered by the pilothouse bar and the comfortable and stylish lower saloon and dining room.

37.1m luxury charter yacht MOONBIRD

37.1m luxury charter yacht MOONBIRD

67m Superyacht Hetairos by Baltic Yachts – the latest and biggest entry for Superyacht Cup Cowes, UK

February 16, 2012

The latest and biggest entry for Superyacht Cup Cowes, UK is the 67m (219ft) sailing yacht Hetairos, previously known as Project Panamax and launched just last year by Baltic Yachts making her one of the largest composite sailing yachts in the world. Featuring a sophisticated exterior by Dykstra & Partners in partnership with Reichel/Pugh and a beautiful interior by Rhoades Young Design, the Hetairos superyacht will be berthed in Cowes and the Superyacht Cowes will be one of the first regattas she takes part in this year.

The 67m sailing yacht Hetairos by Baltic Yachts Credit Baltic Yachts

The 67m sailing yacht Hetairos by Baltic Yachts Credit: Baltic Yachts

10 guests can be easily accommodated on board the stunning superyacht Hetairos. Her 5 lovely cabins include a master cabin and four guest cabins. Hetairos is managed by a friendly and professional crew of 10.

Built in composite, the luxury modern classic yacht Hetairos boasts a beam of 10.54m (34.58ft) and a maximum draught of 9m (29.53ft).

30m Super Yacht Antares III amongst the 2012 World Superyacht Awards Finalists

January 19, 2012

Having just finished her maiden cruising the South Pacific Islands, the 30m sailing yacht Antares III, built by New Zealand shipbuilders Yachting Developments, has been given an honour to be amongst the 2012 World Superyacht Awards finalists under the category of ‘Sailing Yachts, 30m-40m size range’.  Antares III superyacht´s sophisticated exterior was designed by world-renowned Dixon Yacht Design, while her stunning interior is by well-known Rhoades Young Ltd.

Sailing yacht Antares III by Yachting Developments

Sailing yacht Antares III by Yachting Developments

The luxury yacht Antares III can comfortably accommodate six guests in a full-beam master suite and two double staterooms. The galley, crew mess and cabins for a 4-member crew are situated forward.

Super yacht Antares III - Lower Salon

Super yacht Antares III - Lower Salon

This was an outstanding project for the team at Yachting Developments who handed the super yacht Antares III to the owner in May after an unheralded 400 days build time.

30m luxury yacht Antares III - Master Cabin

30m luxury yacht Antares III - Master Cabin

Vitters’ 42.6m Mediterranean charter yacht ‘Sarissa’

November 07, 2011

The wonderful 42.6 metre charter yacht Sarissa is a 2011 delivered carbon fibre sloop constructed by the prestigious Dutch shipyard Vitters. She is also the largest carbon fibre sloop built to date in the Netherlands. Her naval architecture features an excellent design by Bill Tripp with a fully contemporary hull shape, sail plan and foils. Elegant and timeless interior design of the superyacht Sarissa was created by Rhoades Young Design and the Owner’s representative Jens Cornelsen Yacht Consultant GmbH. Sarissa yacht guarantees  matchless luxury Mediterranean yacht charter holiday experience for 8 guest accommodated in 5 cabins catered for by a crew of 6 professionals.

Vitters' 42.6 metre charter yacht Sarissa - Photo Tom Nitsch

Vitters' 42.6 metre charter yacht Sarissa - Photo Tom Nitsch

Charter yacht Sarissa available in the Mediterranean - built by Vitters - Photo Tom Nitsch

Charter yacht Sarissa available in the Mediterranean - built by Vitters - Photo Tom Nitsch

Naval Architect Bill Tripp states: “Sarissa is exactly at the point where the state-of-the-art large sailing yacht world lies. She is a modern, technical boat whose design was guided by close client input and involvement. She will be used to sail all over the world with the family in tow, and will take part in the established superyacht regattas. Technology and modern design merge within Sarissa, providing the owner with luxurious comfort, accessible and easy sailing, integrated design, advanced performance, and confidence to sail anywhere in safety.”

Sailing yacht Sarissa available for yacht Charter around Europe - Photo Tom Nitsch

Sailing yacht Sarissa available for yacht Charter around Europe - Photo Tom Nitsch

“Following our previous carbon high performance sailing yachts, this increase in size is not the only development.” Adds Louis Hamming of Vitters. “Her hydraulic and deck systems provide improved reaction speed, load and stiffness to safely facilitate the sailing performance she was designed for.” Other custom technical features are a Vitters’ developed hydraulic steering system with rudder feedback, as well as a unique system of back stays and running stays to operate both her cruising  and racing sail configurations.

Rhoades Young Design and Vitters sailing yacht Sarissa - Photo Tom Nitsch.jpg

Rhoades Young Design and Vitters sailing yacht Sarissa - Photo Tom Nitsch.jpg

The interior design brief requested for a modern and spacious interior, yet warm and inviting like a family home. Jonathan Rhoades: “Within the length and the yachts fine performance hull lines, our goal was to create the feeling of a much larger interior. We have therefore visually borrowed volume and length from other spaces and integrated double use of certain areas. By staggering the accommodation blocks diagonally, we have stretched the visual length of the interior and effectively making the interior feel 1.5 times bigger. Tripp Design paired the vertical port lights creating a unique window that floods the interior with light. Our design capitalizes on the ample natural light below deck and spectacular views of water and sky.”

Beautiful sailing charter yacht Sarissa - Photo Tom Nitsch

Beautiful sailing charter yacht Sarissa - Photo Tom Nitsch

Specifications

Length hull overall                        42.6 m (138 ft)

Beam (max)                                      8.6 m (28 ft)

Draft                                                    4.0 m (13 ft) keel up / 6.2 m (20 ft) keel down

Ballast                                                 38 tonnes

Hull                                                      Carbon composite by Green Marine

Mast                                                     56 m (184 ft)

Main engine                                     Caterpillar C12, DI-TA, C-rating

Power                                                  490 bhp (366 kW) at 2300 rpm

Fuel tank capacity                          12.000 litres

Naval Architect                               Tripp Design Naval Architecture LLC

Interior Designer                            Rhoades Young Design Ltd.

Owner’s Representative             Jens Cornelsen Yacht Consultant GmbH.

Stunning sailing yacht SARISSA - available for yacht charter - Photo Tom Nitsch

Stunning sailing yacht SARISSA - available for yacht charter - Photo Tom Nitsch