Yacht & Superyacht Design for the Caribbean
The Caribbean is one of the world's premier cruising destinations, from the Bahamas and BVI to St Barths and the Grenadines. For owners cruising these waters, DRAFTXL designs the artistic exterior and interior of bespoke yachts and catamarans built for warm-water living and effortless island-hopping. For each yacht we bring in the naval architects and engineers needed to deliver a true work of art.
Exterior Yacht Design for Caribbean Cruising
DESIGNED FOR WARM-WATER CRUISING
From the British Virgin Islands and the Bahamas to St Barths, Antigua and St Maarten, the Caribbean is built for island life — and every DRAFTXL project here begins with that in mind. We translate your vision into original sketches that give the yacht real soul and character.
Whether you anchor off Gustavia, run the Exumas or base in English Harbour, we refine every line with you until the concept is unmistakably yours — a yacht made for sun, shade and effortless island-hopping.
Whether you anchor off Gustavia, run the Exumas or base in English Harbour, we refine every line with you until the concept is unmistakably yours — a yacht made for sun, shade and effortless island-hopping.
FROM SKETCH TO 3D MODEL
Once the concept is approved, we shape the first three-dimensional hull, focusing on shallow-draft cruising, ventilation and open-air living. Unique lines and volumes define the character that runs through every detail.
A preliminary 3D model of each deck lets you experience beach clubs, swim platforms and shaded decks made for the tropics long before construction begins.
A preliminary 3D model of each deck lets you experience beach clubs, swim platforms and shaded decks made for the tropics long before construction begins.
BESPOKE DETAILS, TAILORED TO YOU
We curate materials, shapes, textures and finishes chosen to handle sun and salt while staying effortlessly elegant.
For Caribbean owners and charter operators we design yachts built for relaxed entertaining and unforgettable adventures from Tortola to Nassau.
For Caribbean owners and charter operators we design yachts built for relaxed entertaining and unforgettable adventures from Tortola to Nassau.
VISUALIZATIONS THAT SELL THE VISION
The soul of a design is best captured in striking visualizations — lighting, reflections and materials rendered so you can see exactly how the yacht will look against turquoise Caribbean water.
These renders and sketches are invaluable when presenting a concept to a shipyard or a charter fleet at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show.
These renders and sketches are invaluable when presenting a concept to a shipyard or a charter fleet at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show.
Yacht & Superyacht Interior Design
INTERIORS FOR THE TROPICS
Yacht interior design for the Caribbean starts with how you want to relax, host and travel between the islands. We merge your expectations with refined aesthetics into sketches and a mood board of materials and bespoke furnishings.
From this emerges a light, breezy interior concept that feels like home the moment you step aboard.
From this emerges a light, breezy interior concept that feels like home the moment you step aboard.
FROM CONCEPT TO ADVANCED INTERIOR DESIGN
With the concept approved, we develop the three-dimensional interior layout, balancing ergonomics, airflow and atmosphere for warm-water cruising.
Custom furnishings, surface transitions and lighting are crafted into a cohesive space, and 3D models let you assess comfort and flow before the build.
Custom furnishings, surface transitions and lighting are crafted into a cohesive space, and 3D models let you assess comfort and flow before the build.
DETAILS & PERSONALISATION
At this stage craftsmanship matters most. We refine fabric textures, furniture shapes, lighting, colours and surfaces until every detail feels harmonious and welcoming.
The result is a bright, relaxed retreat on the water — an interior tailored to your taste and to island living.
The result is a bright, relaxed retreat on the water — an interior tailored to your taste and to island living.
INTERIOR VISUALIZATIONS & SKETCHES
The character of an interior is best captured in detailed visualizations — lighting, reflections and chosen materials rendered so you can see exactly how each cabin and salon will feel at sea.
Our designer-artist brings every space to life with expressive sketches, ready to share with owners and charter operators alike.
Our designer-artist brings every space to life with expressive sketches, ready to share with owners and charter operators alike.