2005 International Superyacht Society Nominee Finalist

The Owners wanted a rugged, ocean-going expedition yacht that they could operate themselves while cruising with friends and with their two English Springer Spaniels. Scott Cole of Ardeo Design, working in conjunction with the owners and Dan Thompson of Northern Marine, have created an “Arts and Crafts”-inspired custom interior. Beautifully detailed and hand-crafted furniture pieces constructed of makore (African cherry) and walnut have been mixed with soft, muted color leathers and fabrics and set against a backdrop of mahogany walls to create a very comfortable interior.
 
"After the Meander was completed, one of the things the Owners have since told me is now that they've had a chance to use the boat and spend time enjoying her, they continue to notice the subtle, well crafted details throughout the interior," explained Cole.
 
One example of this is the VIP Stateroom, which is one of the Owners' favorite rooms — they love this space because the makore (African cherry) wood planks on the flare of the hull create a cozy, comfortable boat cabin that their guests enjoy. The subtle arcs on the tops of the passage doors, the bookshelf in the headboard, the bunk frame footboard, and the valances are reminiscent of Arts and Crafts joiner work detailing, as well as nautical interiors. The same is true for the passage doors inset panels and crown molding designs on the top of the bookcase. "The bunk frames and other cabinets were designed with appropriately styled tapered legs and recessed toe spaces to look like well designed and crafted loose furniture," said Cole