Yacht Design 1 is the first course in a two-part series on concept yacht design for both sailing and motor yachts. You’ll learn how yacht geometry drives key characteristics—stability, speed/performance, maneuverability, and seakeeping—and how to translate performance goals into practical design choices. The course focuses on the early stages of hull, appendage, and rig development. Through detailed case studies, you’ll follow a clear design workflow: defining main dimensions and ratios, and estimating critical parameters such as speed targets, center of gravity position, and minimum stability requirements. You’ll also model hull forms and design appendages including rudders, keels (with bulb), and foils, and cover the fundamentals of sails and rig design for sailing yachts.