Yacht and boat design
Boat and Yacht Design: Concepts and Opportunities
Shipping | Megayachts | Sailboats | Sailing | Boat Interiors
I provide design and concept solutions for the marine industry, covering everything from large cargo ships and megayachts to leisure yachts and sailboats. My services include ergonomic solutions for cockpits, stylish boat designs, and graphic proposals for hulls and sails, particularly for racing yachts. I also offer the development of sponsor branding and other visual elements.
My Maritime Background
Growing up in a sailing family, sailing has been a natural part of my life since childhood. My family has always owned boats, and I have spent countless summers sailing the Danish waters and the Swedish archipelago, especially aboard our Luffe 37 - (D010 Beagle). Later, I also sailed in the Mediterranean on larger sailboats, including an Oyster Yacht.
As a child, I sailed Optimist dinghies on the lake Furesøen and was a member of the local yacht club Yachtklubben Furesøen. After the Optimist, I briefly considered switching to the Europe dinghy but was encouraged to sail the Yngling class instead. However, I chose to pursue another passion and began glider training. There are many similarities between gliding and sailing, and later I became involved in a wing sail project inspired by the aviation industry.
While my family was focused on competitive sailing, my passion has more been centered around the design and aesthetics of boats rather than racing itself. I am the first in my family to earn a skipper’s certification.
Although I no longer actively sail, I continue to follow developments in the sailing world and major regattas. I remain passionate about advancing the sport of sailing and look forward to contributing innovative design solutions to the marine industry.
Consultant projects
- Shipping design | Blue Technology | Lead Designer
- Mega Yacht design | Icon Yachts | Concept designer
- Yacht design | Nordship Yachts ApS | 3D modeling and advisory designer
Design competitions
Own projects
- Yachtdsign | Match race design concept sailboat
- Automotive Design Workshops • David Hilton • Cologne
Consulting projects
Shipping design | Blue Technology | Lead Designer
Design and 3D Modelling • Wingsail Shipping Concept • bluetechnology.dk • Active since December 2010
Development of an innovative ship type utilizing wing sails, multi-hull structures, and lightweight materials, paving the way for zero-emission maritime transport.
Since 2010, I have been responsible for all illustrations and have contributed to the design's development. In 2018, we received support from the Danish Maritime Foundation and successfully completed a "Proof of Concept" with promising results.
This ship type can transport large cargo loads without fossil fuels, maintaining an average speed of 17 knots across the Atlantic. Our next phase includes a Joint Industry Project (JIP) in the coming years to achieve TRL6 (Technology Readiness Level 6), allowing the EU to take part ownership temporarily to facilitate broader adoption.
Potentially, these ships could reduce global CO2 emissions by 2-3% by 2050.
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Mega Yacht design | Icon Yachts | Concept designer
Test project for the Dutch mega yacht company Icon Yachts • May 2011 - 2023.
As part of this project, I worked on a freelance basis, tasked with developing ideas for the design of mega yachts based on a 50-meter private yacht.
This was a test project with no fixed deadline, and I was asked to propose multiple innovative and sleek design concepts focusing on cutting-edge aesthetics, functionality, and the latest yacht-building technologies.
The project allowed me to explore creative boundaries and present multiple design ideas for the future of luxury yachts.
Yacht design | Nordship Yachts ApS | 3D modeling and advisory designer
Several projects • 3D modelling and concept report • Nordship Yachts • April 2007 - May 2009
Between 2007 and 2009, I had the pleasure of working with Nordship Yachts on several major projects involving 3D modelling, concept development, and design solutions.
This collaboration was instrumental in developing my skills in 3D visualisation and design, while also contributing to Nordship’s innovation and launch of new models.
Through projects like the Nordship 360 DS and 380 DS and a concept report on innovative interior layouts, I helped create visual solutions that facilitated boat sales before they were even built.
The results of our collaboration were showcased at international boat shows, and the yachts gained significant recognition, including nominations for awards such as European Yacht of the Year.
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Design competitions
Brand identity | Rockwool GC32 design competition
In January 2021, Rockwool, the sponsor of Danish sailing, held a design competition to select the best sponsor paint scheme for the Danish GC32 racing team.
The competition ran between Christmas and New Year 2020, and I developed 14 main design concepts that could be combined in Photoshop, leading to 100 unique design proposals.
My design approach aimed to reflect Danish identity by drawing inspiration from Danish fan culture and national pride.
However, Rockwool ultimately prioritized its brand identity, selecting a winning design from Asia that highlighted Rockwool as the sponsor over the Danish theme.
You can download the PDF file I submitted (small format, 4 MB).
Own projects
Yachtdsign | Match race design concept sailboat
This concept was originally developed during my time at Coventry University.
Over the years, I have revisited and refined the design multiple times, staying true to the original vision while making improvements.
The boat is designed with match racing in mind and could potentially serve as a modern replacement for the boats currently used by the Danish Sailing Association.
Combining sleek aesthetics with functionality, the Boat 05 concept is built to deliver speed, precision, and innovation in competitive sailing.
Single-person Jet Seaplane – A Revolutionary Design Concept
This single-person jet seaplane falls into the same category as jet skis – a powerful, noisy, and thrilling machine that stirs both fascination and irritation. While some may find it disruptive, the user experiences the freedom and excitement that comes with it, hoping to impress those around them.
The project started as a simple sketch and was later developed in 3D. Over time, the concept has been refined and improved. In April 2014, I revisited the design and decided to enhance the details for a more polished final result.
Automotive Design Workshops | David Hilton in Cologne.
In August 2010, I attended a five-day intensive design course with renowned car designer David Hilton in Cologne, Germany. The first two days focused on rapid sketch techniques, while the last three days were dedicated to building either a clay model or a 3D digital model. It was during this course the idea for the jet seaplane was born.
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