Stephens Waring Design has specialized in high-quality yachts of modern wood construction since its founding. This independent full-service design firm provides design, engineering, refit/restoration and construction support services from its office in Belfast, Maine, to clients ranging from individual yachtsmen and -women to production builders.

The design house has become an influential leader in the creation of high-end custom designs ranging from daysailers to large cruiser/racer-type sailing yachts, power yachts, and motor launches. Principals Bob Stephens and Paul Waring have years of hands-on experience as first-rate craftsmen and enthusiastic sailors‚ skills that enable them to conceptualize and design workable details and construction solutions. This means their yachts work.

Stephens Waring Design is committed to the style and proportion of both traditional and modern yachts and strives to combine beauty and grace with performance.