Reichel/Pugh Yacht Design Employee Directory

Architecture and PlanningUnited States2-10 Employees

Reichel/Pugh was founded by John Reichel and Jim Pugh in 1983. Our vision was simple: to deliver outstanding designs and exceptional client service. For more than 40 years, we have achieved this vision by focusing on four key principles:
• Designing a graceful aesthetic that outperforms the competition.
• Applying technological and disruptive innovation through 
research and development.
• Constantly evolving our designs with experience.
• Exceeding the expectations of our clients’ visions.
Whether it is a superyacht or a racing yacht, Reichel/Pugh designs have produced unparalleled results for their owners and made a distinctive mark on the sailing industry.
They include America3, winner of the 1992 America’s Cup, Visione, 45m and Nilaya 34m breakthrough Superyachts, Pyewacket 76’ setting a course record in the 1999 Transpac, Alfa Romeo 90’ with more than 70 first to finish victories, Alfa Romeo 100’s remarkable 2009 season combining a record breaking Transpac and a first to finish in the Sydney Hobart Race. Rambler 90’ with trifecta wins in the 2007 Middle Sea Race and 2008 Buenos Aires Rio Race, Wild Oats XI with seven line honor wins in the Sydney Hobart Race along with record setting trifecta wins in 2005 and 2012. Reichel/Pugh also designed the superlative Melges One Designs; the 24, 32, 17, 15 and the Melges 20.
Today, our portfolio represents some of the most innovative yachts owned by the most discerning clientele in the world. The Reichel/Pugh reputation for stunning beauty and outstanding performance matches our owners’ aspirations to stand apart from the rest of the fleet. Clients of Reichel/Pugh have come to not only expect yachts with unparalleled performance and distinctive aesthetics, but also extraordinary customer service. The Reichel/Pugh brand has acquired a unique position in the yachting industry and our clientele is made up of a diverse array of true leaders in sailing who demonstrate exceptional loyalty to the Reichel/Pugh brand.

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