The common threads of classic good looks, pleasing lines, practical features and excellent performance ties together all of Mark Ellis's designs.  Whether sail or power, custom or production, pleasure or utility, their versatility and performance for a multiple range of tasks is evident.  Although produced by several different builders, each of the Mark Ellis Designed boats are marked by a sense of pleasing proportion, knowledgeable use of materials and a meticulous attention to aesthetics and function not seen in today's mass-market products.
Apprenticed in the innovative offices of Hunt Associates and schooled in the classic traditions of Philip Rhodes, Mark Ellis began his design career in 1965.

"The perfect pocket cruiser," the Blue Star 29.9 was hailed as a breakthrough when it was launched in 2001.  Built to exacting standards by Bruckmann Yachts for Boatworks Yacht Sales in Rowayton, Connecticut, the Blue Star combines a classic deep-V hull form and respect for traditional aesthetics with luxury accommodations and features normally found only in much larger cruisers.

The new Blue Star 36.6 offers expanded accommodations and features an “inclusive” layout offering a seamless flow between the exterior and interior spaces. The design achieves openness and light by eliminating walls and expanding windows. Built using the latest materials and technology, the highly efficient deep-v hull gives a smooth soft ride at any speed in any conditions. The Blue Star 36.6 is powered by twin Yanmar 315 hp turbo diesels as standard. Greater power options are available up to 440 hp.

The Mark Ellis Design office works closely with a number of builders and suppliers to develop tooling for new production lines as well as custom and one-of designs.  Though the firm's view is traditional, the methodologies are not. Mark Ellis Design is highly skilled in all phases of CAD and the most advanced shape modeling and hydrostatic technologies, working in virtually any material, including composites, steel, aluminum and cold-molded construction.  If you have a concept in mind, or if you'd simply like to explore the possibilities, please contact us.

Bruckmann Yachts is one of the most highly respected builders of custom and semi-custom yachts in North America, as the Bruckmann family has been building quality sail & motor yachts for over forty years. The current production facility was opened in December 2000. Over the past 5 years they have under gone two major expansions. In June they plan to expand again, gaining additional space for cabinetry fabrication. This latest addition will bring their total manufacturing capacity to 35,000 square feet.

Erich Bruckmann, along with George Cuthbertson and George Cassion, was one of the founding partners of C& C Yachts. From the early 1960’s through to the late eighties, the C & C customs Yachts Division was run by Erich Bruckmann, with his eldest son Mark close at hand. During that time, C & C custom Yachts built some two hundred custom and semi-custom boats, including many renowned racing and cruising yachts.

Today, Mark Bruckmann continues the tradition of building the highest caliber classic sailing and motor yachts. Mark still employs many of the key craftsmen from the original C & C custom Division whose workmanship continues to embody the finest attention to craftsmanship and detail. Bruckmann’s yachts are among the finest and most sophisticated on the water combining their old-world skills with today’s most modern materials, techniques and equipment.

Bruckmann’s product line consists of timelessly designed purpose yachts. All share a common respect for the sea and lasting quality and value.