Yacht Designer's Sketchbook
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A practical and richly illustrated guide for boat designers and sailing enthusiasts alike, Yacht Designer's Sketchbook presents the accumulated wisdom of naval architect Ian Nicolson through a series of detailed sketches and accompanying commentary. The work instructs readers on the finer points of yacht design, covering everything from hull forms and deck layouts to interior arrangements and structural details, making complex engineering concepts accessible to both professionals and dedicated amateurs. Nicolson's tone is authoritative yet approachable, drawing on decades of hands-on design experience to illustrate why certain choices succeed or fail on the water. Each sketch serves as a lesson in itself, demonstrating how thoughtful design decisions translate into seaworthiness, comfort, and performance. The result is an indispensable reference that bridges the gap between technical draftsmanship and the practical realities of life under sail.
Author: Ian Nicolson
Format: Hardback
Genre: Transport & automotive
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A practical and richly illustrated guide for boat designers and sailing enthusiasts alike, Yacht Designer's Sketchbook presents the accumulated wisdom of naval architect Ian Nicolson through a series of detailed sketches and accompanying commentary. The work instructs readers on the finer points of yacht design, covering everything from hull forms and deck layouts to interior arrangements and structural details, making complex engineering concepts accessible to both professionals and dedicated amateurs. Nicolson's tone is authoritative yet approachable, drawing on decades of hands-on design experience to illustrate why certain choices succeed or fail on the water. Each sketch serves as a lesson in itself, demonstrating how thoughtful design decisions translate into seaworthiness, comfort, and performance. The result is an indispensable reference that bridges the gap between technical draftsmanship and the practical realities of life under sail.