Marine Trends Merge Form and Function
The Triple "S" 72' Scarborough Sport Fishing Yacht merges form and function at every turn
Yacht design in 2024 is moving forward, incorporating a blend of aesthetic appeal and functional innovation. Small spaces necessitate multi-purpose areas that can be transformed according to need and are becoming a hallmark of modern yacht design. Planning every inch of space is important. One space that transforms from quiet lounge to a lively entertainment zone, while reflecting the boat's owner, is the future of yachting.
Todd Smith, Owner of the Triple "S" 72' Scarborough Sport Fishing Yacht, describes himself as a wood guy. "As a custom homebuilder, I am passionate about wood," he said. "When I started thinking about this boat, I knew exactly what I wanted in the way of wood. I picked out every lot and every sheet. I just love the intricacies of wood: the grain and depth, coloring, smell, texture, figuring. I can just sit and look at it. It is like a piece of art to me."
Smith's boat, the Triple "S," is a custom luxury watercraft built by Scarborough Boatworks of Wanchese, North Carolina. "Every boat we build is custom designed and built to the client's specifications," said Owner Ricky Scarborough, Jr. "We start with a blank sheet of paper. The
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Frequently asked questions
Who built the Triple "S" 72' Sport Fishing Yacht?+
The Triple "S" is a custom luxury watercraft built by Scarborough Boatworks of Wanchese, North Carolina.
What is driving multi-purpose space design in 2024 yachts?+
Small spaces on yachts require areas that can transform according to need, shifting from quiet lounges to lively entertainment zones while reflecting the owner's personality. Planning every inch of space has become essential to modern yacht design.
Why did Todd Smith personally select the wood for his yacht?+
Smith, a custom homebuilder, describes himself as a wood guy and personally picked out every lot and every sheet. He is drawn to the grain, depth, coloring, smell, texture, and figuring of wood, viewing it as a piece of art.
How does Scarborough Boatworks approach each yacht build?+
According to Owner Ricky Scarborough, Jr., every boat is custom designed and built to the client's specifications, starting with a blank sheet of paper.
What defines modern yacht design in 2024?+
Yacht design in 2024 blends aesthetic appeal with functional innovation, emphasizing transformable multi-purpose spaces that reflect the owner and maximize every inch of the vessel.