We had the distinct pleasure to interview award winning designer about their original and creative design work. is an award-winning creative designer, that makes our world a better place with their original works.
("") answered Design Interview ("DI") questions about their award-winning work . Interview questions prepared by Frank Scott.
: The goal was to test the bounds of conventional yacht design. This manifested itself as a more free flowing and narrative design.
: Future plans must always include the hope of actually finding the perfect client to build it.
: About two years.
: We started large. The smaller yachts are plentiful and there seems more initial opportunity in this scale. This was self initiated.
: No, we retain all rights.
: The design is more "liquid" and flowing and has a distinct personality, one which is comfortable on the water.
: A broad mixture of people and creatures.
: A very small customer base with imagination and sufficient funds to achieve its completion.
: It breaks the "mold" of "tiered" design and infuses the frame with a narrative which can be open to interpretation. Its personality is engaging.
: The original intent was that of a squid and its large dominant eye. The eye, or "Oculus" brings out the yacht's character.
: 3D modeling blending sketches and mock-ups.
: We brought in a variety of expertise including naval architects and marketing experts.
: Technology will play a heavy role in the actual construction. There are multiple complex surfaces which will demand exacting and challenging applications.
: We focused on existing markets, luxury derivatives, and potential future needs.
: The interpretation the form and its nuances into a cohesive design which maintained its own characteristics.
: We felt Oculus was worthy of recognition and felt this competition was an ideal format for such.
: We learned a great deal about the manipulation of forms and the exacting content of a controlled space. As a "vessel" this is an ongoing challenge.
: I think we've covered the basics.
