2024 Archive : Island Life Island Packet Living

Project Details

Fabric 1

Sunbrella
Producer/Manufacturer: Glen Raven Custom Fabrics LLC
Primary Use: Main Fabric

Fabric 2

Stamskin Top
Producer/Manufacturer: Serge Ferrari North America Inc.
Primary Use: Secondary Fabric

Fabric 3

KTex PVC 18
Producer/Manufacturer: Keyston Bros.
Primary Use: Secondary Fabric

Fabric 4

Tuffak Marine 5
Producer/Manufacturer: Keyston Bros.
Primary Use: Window

Fabric 5

YKK
Producer/Manufacturer: Miami Corp
Primary Use: Zippers

Design Name
Keri Ames

Design Company
Yachtsman's Canvas

Fabrication Name
Keri Ames

Fabrication Company
Yachtsman's Canvas

Project Manager Name
Keri Ames

Project Manager Company
Yachtsman's Canvas

Installation Name
Keri Ames

Installation Company
Yachtsman's Canvas

Please describe the project specifications

This project consists of a full cockpit enclosure for an Island Packet 40. The client lives aboard 6+ months out of the year traveling up and down the east coast. The client’s request was to replace the current enclosure and address several areas of concern making the extended outdoor living space more enjoyable. Large gaps were present with the initial enclosure allowing both cold air and water to enter. In addition, the aft center panel was both narrow and fabricated with a u-zip window creating a tripping hazard for both crew and dogs.

The new enclosure was designed for both function and aesthetics. You will not find any gaps between panels or in corners. The aft gate was widened and fabricated with full zippers eliminating the tripping hazard and taking advantage of the full aft gate opening. Some of the finishing details you will find are non-exposed zippers both on the interior and exterior lending to a very clean finished look. On the exterior you will find fully covered ninety-degree zippered corners. Removable roll up straps have been provided eliminating the unsightly view of “dangling straps”. The design provides maximum comfort with finishes pleasing to the eye making it a true home away from home.

The project showcases how to effectively provide an extended living area for long term cruising making a truly comfortable space to be enjoyed in the less than favorable weather at times. The finishing touches like hidden zippers make if feel more like a living space.

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