Owning a custom yacht is more than a purchase; it’s a journey. An exciting venture that gives you the opportunity to transform your vision into a reality. While there are many yachts available off the rack on the market, there’s something magical about a custom sailboat, and that’s where we come in.
As an experienced team of custom boat builders, we have forty years of experience translating that vision you hold in your mind’s eye into something you can see, feel, and sail in.
Ahead of jumping into your custom design process, we want to give you all the information you need to get started. So, today, we’re reviewing the role we play as custom sailboat builders in creating your ideal yacht.
Read on to explore some of the ways we facilitate the design process, discover how we go about sourcing high-quality materials, and gain a better understanding of how we can build the best vessel for you.
Every beautiful yacht begins with a thoughtful design. As custom sailboat builders, it’s our job to work closely with you to ensure the design process aligns with your vision for your finished vessel.
This part of the process begins with a detailed consultation, where we discuss your specific requirements, any unique preferences, and the intended use of your yacht. Will it be for large parties or entertainment? Or will it predominantly be used as a private sailing vessel for yourself and your family? Is it meant for long-term living on the high seas or short stints around the coast?
One could argue that this is the most critical step of the process. As the builders in the equation, we work with you alongside our network of some of the world’s best marine architects and designers. If you have a designer you prefer to work with, we’re more than happy to accommodate this relationship as we move forward.
One of the most crucial parts of building a custom sailboat is establishing and then meeting project guidelines. The Circa Marine new build team is there to help you navigate the rough waters of contractual negotiations, ensuring the project starts off on the best foot.
Alongside managing the design and construction of your new build project, we work with you to establish key contractual elements. These include:
· Your budget allowance
· Maximum noise levels
· Maximum vibration levels
· Feasible delays
· Possible penalties
We will help you negotiate these, acting as a liaison between you and the shipyard, designers, naval architects, and other parties.
Alongside contract negotiations and on-site project management, we’re proud to provide a one-stop shop. You are totally dependent on your vessel at sea, so we ensure we source the best materials to give you confidence at sea.
It’s our role to ensure your vision comes to life as accurately as possible. Choosing a team of custom sailboat builders is a lot like hiring a team of architects for your new home. So, throughout this part of the process, you must be able to call the shots on every detail, tailoring the yacht to suit your unique needs.
Whether you want a spacious deck for entertaining, a cosy cabin for extended voyages, or space to store your water sports gear, building a custom-built yacht with a capable team lets you personalise your onboard experience. It also opens the door to excellent advice to extend or shift your vision in ways you may not have considered.
We use 3D design software and custom specifications to facilitate the creation of your vision down to a tee. From integrating marine-specific technologies to ensuring there’s enough room for entertainment, we can help you visualise the design and make adjustments in 3D before beginning the construction.
Finally, as custom sailboat builders, our role extends beyond when the last rivet goes in. We ‘build in’ the quality expected from all our clients, then do the work to make sure the vessels are seaworthy.
This involves exhaustive sea trials, during which we put the vessel through its full range of operating parameters. We run the full gamut, testing every system and element to ensure it will never fail you at sea. After all, that’s where our motto comes from; it’s our point of view that every client should have confidence at sea!
Once the build and testing are complete, our engineers will work alongside you to ensure you know how to operate the vessel in its entirety before your first departure. Even after you hit the high seas, our team is there to support you. Our goal is to build a long-standing relationship with you, meaning we make our worldwide technical and maintenance support service available to you no matter where you might be sailing.
At the end of the day, the biggest benefit you receive when hiring an experienced team like ours is the ability to communicate your vision and have it come to life. Put the stress of navigating difficult contracts, minute details, and consents aside and enjoy the assurance of four decades of expertise at your side while you watch your dream yacht come to life.
As a recognised New Zealand Marine Association member, our team is proud to carry on the tradition of building quality New Zealand-made boats. Our clients come from all over the world to benefit from the skill, talent and project management skills of the Circa Marine designers and builders.
With over forty years in the industry, we offer full design and build packages for everything from superyachts to fishing barges. Talk to our team today to embark on your custom sailboat build today.