Almost weekly since the hull construction began, we are receiving drawings for the cockpit, transom, deck, interior accommodations and lighting. By December 2006 significant improvements were made in the cockpit at the helm areas as well as access to the side decks just forward of each helm. Coaming height and winch placement was also refined from the original spec.
TRANSOM
The original spec called for a hydraulic opening transom to accommodate dinghy storage. After further review it was decided that a “scoop” type transom with davits for a dinghy would be a simpler method for a vessel of this size. Molded steps on each side of the scoop would make boarding easy.
DECK
Location of all deck hardware was identified so that no core material would be used where any fasteners would penetrate the deck. Dorade boxes and deck hatches were arranged to provide proper ventilation throughout. A huge foredeck locker was well designed to organize and store all the miscellaneous deck equipment like fenders, dock lines, and extra sails etc and incorporates a watertight collision bulkhead.
INTERIOR
As the basic layout comes together it is necessary to begin discussions on the details. There is no such thing as adequate storage on a boat. Every nook and cranny needs a door or drawer. Empty space that can’t be accessed is wasted space. It’s also time to look at lighting locations throughout ceiling and bulkhead, DC and AC.
See the links below for a progression of changes and finally a lighting layout.
http://www.watermarkyachts.com/Gorbon/Sept2006_drawings.pdf
http://www.watermarkyachts.com/Gorbon/Oct2006_headroom.pdf
http://www.watermarkyachts.com/Gorbon/Nov2006_drawings.pdf
http://www.watermarkyachts.com/Gorbon/Dec2006LIGHTING.pdf
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Information on the development and design of the Gorbon 53
GORBON 53 DECK SALON