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Terence Disdale Design

Multi-award-winning British superyacht design studio founded in 1973, known for iconic interiors and exteriors such as MY Eclipse and MY Pelorus.

Last updated September 27, 2026

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Overview

Terence Disdale Design is a British superyacht design studio established in 1973 by Terence Disdale. Based in the United Kingdom, the studio has built a reputation as one of the most influential names in yacht design, with a portfolio that includes almost 100 completed yachts, of which around 50 are above 50 metres in length. The firm describes itself as multi-award-winning and credits its founder with pioneering the yacht industry through iconic projects such as MY Eclipse, MY Sussurro, MY Ecstasea, MY BLUE, MY OPERA and the legendary interior of MY Pelorus. The studio's work spans both exterior and interior design for large motor yachts, with a design philosophy focused on achieving the highest standards, unparalleled attention to detail, continuous research into new finishes and textures, and innovative use of natural materials. Terence Disdale Design emphasises fully respecting the client brief and budget while always considering the practical aspects of maintenance requirements to help the crew. Among its accolades, MY Eclipse was awarded "motor yacht of the decade" in 2015, described by the studio as the highest accolade ever awarded to a yacht design. Terence Disdale himself is the recipient of the International Superyacht Society "Leadership Award" as well as the Boat International "Lifetime Achievement Award". The studio operates globally, serving an international clientele of superyacht owners and shipyards.

History

Terence Disdale Design was established in 1973 by Terence Disdale in the United Kingdom. Over more than five decades, the studio has grown into one of the most recognised names in superyacht design, with a portfolio that now includes almost 100 completed yachts, around 50 of which are over 50 metres in length. The studio's early work helped define the aesthetic of modern luxury yachting, and its founder is credited with pioneering the yacht industry through a series of iconic designs. Notable projects include MY Eclipse, MY Sussurro, MY Ecstasea, MY BLUE, MY OPERA and the interior of MY Pelorus. MY Eclipse in particular received the "motor yacht of the decade" award in 2015, which the studio describes as the highest accolade ever awarded to a yacht design. Terence Disdale has also been recognised personally with the International Superyacht Society "Leadership Award" and the Boat International "Lifetime Achievement Award". The studio continues to operate from the United Kingdom, serving an international clientele and maintaining a design philosophy centred on high standards, attention to detail, research into new finishes and textures, innovative use of natural materials, respect for client briefs and budgets, and practical maintenance considerations for crew.

  • 2015

    MY Eclipse is awarded "motor yacht of the decade".

  • 1973

    Terence Disdale Design is established in the United Kingdom.

Products and positioning

Luxury superyacht design studio known for iconic, award-winning interiors and exteriors, with a focus on craftsmanship, detail and natural materials.

  • MY Eclipse

    Iconic superyacht design; awarded "motor yacht of the decade" in 2015.

  • MY Pelorus

    Legendary interior design.

  • MY Sussurro

    Iconic superyacht design.

  • MY Ecstasea

    Iconic superyacht design.

  • MY BLUE

    Recent superyacht design.

  • MY OPERA

    Recent superyacht design.

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