YachtTalk special 7: XVenture design special with Winch Design

Our seventh episode of Heesen’s YachtTalk Specials circles back to the streets of London, to meet legendary designer Andrew Winch at his studio headquarters in Barnes. Host Charlotte Kan caught up with Winch at his stunning riverside workspace to talk about one of his most intriguing new projects for Heesen: XVenture. They were joined by Mark Cavendish, Executive Commercial Officer of Heesen, to share the fascinating story behind this ultimate go-anywhere, anytime expedition yacht.

Starting out Established in 1986 when the studio was called Andrew Winch Designs, Winch Design has grown to become one of the most influential yacht design studios in the world. A former student of Jon Bannenberg, Winch credits the late designer as his mentor and tutor in the world of superyacht design. He has in turn set up an apprenticeship scheme at Winch Design to bring “that talent and education into the superyacht industry”. In terms of the studio’s signature look, Winch describes it as creating “a yacht that loves the ocean”.

“It’s about designing a yacht of individuality with an essence of pure quality,” says Winch. “It’s creativity wrapped up in a sculpture that floats.”

This Superyacht Guide item is an original editorial summary based on the official Heesen Yachts news release.

Image source: Heesen Yachts official news release.