Concept yacht take top 2011 design awards.

Computer Generated image of concept yacht "Topi"

South Korean Hyun-Seok Kim, designer of a yacht he calls "TOFI".  Is the winner of the 2011 Millennium Yacht Design - Section B: Deamboat award at Seatec recently held in Carrara, Italy.

Kim drew his inspiration for the design form the beauty of the sea and it's marine life.

TOFI is a 12 meter-long trimaran that was designed to combine "Natural Beauty with Fun Activity".

The yachts design boasts an extensive rear deck with easy access to the sea while the upper deck features a spacious.  It's round modular interior is divided by coral themed partitions, while the cabin walls are replaced by floor-to-ceiling windows -- providing for spectacular panoramic views and all natural sunlight to stream in.

Poster of TOFI with it's creator at Sea-Tec Conference

TOFI's top speed of 17 knots, will enable it's four guest to arrive in style and grace.


Kim already is a busy man, putting his Masters in Mechnical Engineering to work on his next project a 125-Meter super yacht that will have a helipad and an indoor pool.


Source: CNN, Hyun-Seok Kim's website