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An Expansive Beach Club Anchors the First Crescent Custom Multihull
Initiating the Spec Build
Vancouver-based Crescent Custom Yachts is officially expanding its manufacturing portfolio with the initiation of the CCY110 multihull series. The Canadian shipyard has already commenced construction on the first 33.5-metre unit, choosing to build the vessel entirely on speculation. Both the all-aluminium hulls and the deck fabrication are currently underway on the factory floor. By beginning the build without a contracted buyer, Crescent allows a future owner to step into the project with an accelerated delivery schedule while retaining full authority to customize the interior finish, technical specifications, and accommodation arrangements as the physical construction progresses.
Maximizing the Spatial Footprint
Creating substantial living space on a reduced hull length requires a strict departure from traditional architecture. American designer Joseph Lazzara spearheaded the styling for the CCY110, specifically engineering the multihull to provide the amenities and sheer volume typically found on a 45-metre monohull. The resulting platform yields over 400 gross tons of volume and more than 7,100 square feet of usable deck and living space. This sub-500GT vessel relies on a shallow-draught configuration, heavily optimizing the platform for operational access across the shallow waters of the Bahamas and Florida.
The Aft Social Compound
The physical layout of the CCY110 heavily prioritizes external engagement. The core of the vessel is a 139.4-square-metre beach club that operates as the primary social hub for guests. Designed to seamlessly merge the interior and exterior environments, the aft section features an open-air chef’s kitchen equipped with a prep galley and a teppanyaki grill. The beach club extends directly to the waterline, incorporating an infinity plunge pool, a dedicated wellness room, and multiple relaxation lounges. The sub-deck arrangement supports a total of six cabins, which includes a full-beam private master suite.
Optimized Naval Architecture
Engineering a vessel with this much volume demands rigorous structural planning. Gregory C. Marshall Naval Architects managed the structural engineering for the CCY110. According to firm president Gregory C. Marshall, the primary objective was to eliminate unnecessary mechanical complexity while maximizing overall structural efficiency. This approach produces a platform capable of delivering long-term operating economy without sacrificing the robust capability expected from a custom superyacht.
The Financial Proposition
Building a custom superyacht in North America presents a unique financial advantage for specific buyers. With the July 2026 exchange rate placing one U.S. dollar at approximately 1.41 Canadian dollars, American clients gain immense purchasing power when commissioning a build at the Vancouver facility. Crescent Custom Yachts principal Tim Charles views the CCY110 as a major evolution for the brand, noting that the vessel is highly suited for both private use and rigorous charter operations. The multihull actively complements the shipyard’s existing production line, which currently includes a 42-metre and a 45-metre yacht built from steel and aluminium.
