Team & Studio

The PYD Picco Yacht Design studio, founded in 1994 by the naval architect Massimo Picco, designs and realizes Yachts ranging from 20 to 150 feet.

They are divided into four principal sectors, Custom - Racer - Production - Power


Not only PYD studio's activity concerns yacht designing but also every single aspects of yacht construction: from the building management to the optimization of production engineering till the promotion of the final product.

Aesthetics, Functionality and Performance are the leading concepts of PYD Studio.

Its team is made up of very talented and skilled experts in the various sectors of yachting. In order to increase the internal know-how,
PYD Studio, during the various planning phases, is supported by outside consultants coming from the main industries of the sector; specialists in Aerodynamics, Hydrodynamics, Engineering, Boat Building, Sail Design, Mast Builders.
As the same the post-production phase is supervised by financial and insurance experts.


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PYD Picco Yacht Design
c.so Milano, 156 37138 Verona – Italy
+39 045 810.41.46
info@piccoyachtdesign.com
www.piccoyachtdesign.com

Design Concept

Design Concept__________Project
A PYD project comes from the requirement of proposing a real innovative object for a market that is looking for originality together with high quality level.
Taking advantage of the most modern building system together with a careful choice of material it is possible to realise a really comfortable, safe and fast yacht: a 'tout court' wind machine.
To realise all of this the ship owner, who inspires the concepts at the base of the boat, applies to PYD exposing his requirements giving punctual directions on the boat features and its use, or he just establishes the objects that he absolutely wants to reach, leaving to PYD the interpretation and the transposition of a product of true quality.
In this way PYD takes care of all the rest until the launching day, leaving to the ship owner the pleasure to follow the works with the possibility of making eventual changes during the building process.
Power, speed, versatility and security are realised thanks to the balancing of the sailing plan and the big dynamic stability which allows to sail safely with reduced crew, exploiting in the same time the speed features of the hull.
We are very sure that higher speed means security, and optimise the project since the preliminary phase, choosing a medium-light displacement combined to a detailed structural study; in fact the last one allows to obtain more rigidity and lightness distributing the tensions induced by the equipment on bigger surfaces.
The structural interiors are planned following ergonomic rules, combining comfort and praticalness in line with the new concept of PYD design.
The keel plan provides the fixed or movable keel which gives maximum efficiency (sailing safety and nimbly in any condition), and functionality to reach any landing place.


Design Concept__________Hull
After several comparisons and tests by computer on a group of keels similar in proportion but with different geometry and coefficients, we choose the hull which can exploit the big power of the sailing plan in the best possible way not changing the own features of feed drag.
Therefore the sections are flared on the sides and rounded on the bottom, to grant the least wetted surface and reduce the feed drag.
Water lines are drawn considering the heeled hull within 10 - 25 degrees, obtaining stretched and fast diagonals; the hull, having floating narrow sections, allows to preserve the same geometry for different heeling angles, keeping the hull on an ideal axe for a better interaction between the hull and the appendix.
Particular care was taken in the distribution of volumes to reduce pitching and rolling, keeping high values of dynamic stability.
Bow sections are very thin and present a good entry semi-angle even in high heeling.
The drawings are made by computer using programmes of smoothing surfaces and CAD programmes, to grant maximum punctuality since the planning phase.
The study of hulls is effected by VPP software (Velocity Prediction Program) comparing VPP of PYD to VPP of regatta rules.


Design Concept__________Deck
The deck is planned ergonomically, defining the crew operative areas in consideration of the cruise and the sport use, so to concentrate the operations in some technical areas leaving the maximum possibilities of movement in other areas appointed to the living in the cruise.
The cockpit, not so deep, presents lightly inclined sides which link up to wide curved surfaces.
The bottom, being semi-lenticular, ensures an excellent water drainage together with a good stability, even with high heeling angles.
The upper deck is structurally auto-bearing, therefore no internal reinforcement is needed.
The particular geometry of the cockpit and of the deckhouse allows the best distribution of the tensions caused by the equipment where, by, the tissues are oriented as per the strength direction.
During the planning phase we consider the weight of each component from the hardware to the equipment, looking for a distribution that represents the best compromise solution between the optimisation of the gravity centre and the ease of rigging.
Also in the upper deck plan you can recognise the concept of PYD Yacht which presents a high dynamism and an excellent ergonomy.
The smart profile from stem to stern and the marked design of the deckhouse underlines the boat character addressed to those who appreciate the value of design and its way of appearing.


Design Concept__________Interiors
Also the interiors wholly reflect the philosophy of the project combining together lightness, ergonomy, functionality and aesthetics.
In fact, thanks to chromatic choice and aimed ergonomic choices, the boat combines deisign and high level of finish.
'New' interiors where structural elements are not hidden but clearly in evidence because of elements which characterise the very project.
The materials used for interiors are panels made out of composite realised in the vacuum sandwich technique.
Thanks to this system cabinets benches etc, are integrant part of the structure being bound to the hull to obtain a hard and light mono-coque.
The look of interiors is very peculiar, both in the finishing and in the accessories; in fact the finishing at sight, made out of teak heart-wood or carbon, are combined in contrast with light colours.
Composite, wood, metal and leather are the ingredients of a mix evidenced by the lightness of the surrounding, thanks to several windows during the day and several light-spots exploited by gaining shining bodies during the night.
It is easy to understand that even in the case of the interiors, the personalisation by the ship owner is total, making the boat suitable to his own exigencies together with the design and the designer taste.

Design Concept__________Structures
The structures are studied in the same time of the internal disposition to have more rigidity at a parity of weight.
The structural state is mainly longitudinal to reduce torsion and bending phenomena due to the sailing plan weight on the stay and shrouds.
Only in located areas the longitudinal structure is combined to transverse elements that not only reduce the span of the first ones, lightening them from the weight, but also grant a better distribution of the tensions to the whole body.
The same structures include even the installations, in fact both the water tanks and the canalisation of the electrical system are structural; the latter run through two longitudinal pled distributing, in this way, the consumption, light, instruments and services on the overall length of the boat.
All the structure panels are made out of composite, realised by the vacuum sandwich technique.
The thickness is different according to their structure.
In the high loaded areas the core of the structures is made out of PVC or high density foliated, a solution adopted to privilege both hardness and absorption of the tensions preserving the areas interested by the phenomenon of stress.

Design Concept__________Appendix
The study on the appendix is made by test on different configurations to satisfy the base requests of the project and to guarantee compatibility with IMS system, maximum hydrodynamic efficiency, high stability and reduced draught.
High stability and structural efficiency are obtained either by the fixed keel configuration or by the movable keel system.
The last solution grants in the same time even reduced draught, thanks to a new movable keel system that allows the access to landings and preserves the needed stability in the bearing tacks, in fact the keel can be raised even during the navigation withdrawing it in down-wind way and bathing it until maximum extension even during up-wind way, granting high speed during the cruise.
The movable keel system is electro-hydraulic and it is entirely controlled from the cockpit where, in comfortable position, the helmsman-self can run and control the drive by a special control board.
Concerning the rudder we prefer the maximum efficiency and controllability in every speed using particular profiles combined with a high immersion.
The rudder is placed in an advanced position, fluid-dynamically free from the keel and from the stern exits.
Through these solutions the stability is high and, in the same time, the inertia of the boat permits an excellent passage on the wave.

Design Concept__________Sail Plan
The sail plan of PYD Yachts is particular because it combines the geometry of a mast-head to the fractionated portions.

We exploit the structural advantages of a mast-head rig (lack of runners and lateral stability) together with aerodynamic quality of a fractionated rig.
Using a 3D simulation software several configurations can be tested that, combined to analysis made by VPP software (Velocity Prediction Program), allow to obtain a particular geometry, where mainsail and jib at 100%, interact with no problems until 20 real wind knots, combining power and ease conduction.
The reduced overlapping of the jib allows to adopt a large spreaders rig, reducing the compression on the mast and eliminating the running shrouds for safe navigation even in extreme situations.
The sail plan, rigging and mast are developed together enabling a further structural optimisation.
The mast geometry is studied on the computer using a software for structural calculation, choosing the best profile and optimising the dimensions of the shrouds.


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PYD Picco Yacht Design
c.so Milano, 156 37138 Verona – Italy
+39 045 810.41.46
info@piccoyachtdesign.com
www.piccoyachtdesign.com

PYD 80 OCEAN CRUISER

The PYD 80 project is born from the wish of Picco Yacht Design Studio to realize a yacht that is a true sailing yacht. Technological advanced it’s able to contain and to make good use of all innovations applicable in its 24 metres.

Innovations, Technology and styling are present all along a design path that begins with a detailed study right from the start making use of the matured experience and the support of the most advanced software in modelling and prediction of performances.

In the hull can be recognized the typical stylistic and naval architecture components by PYD Studio, harmonized with a distinctive sail plan, simple, rational and with good performance characteristics; from the particular and extremely slender bow, high above the water to guarantee a seaworthy and extremely safe behaviour, just like a fast yacht should be, to the large sail area, upwind as well in downwind, with the big gennaker set on a bowsprit 4.6 metres long.

Outside, the deck develops on a single level like a large terrace above the sea totally free and flat, where there is a elegant superstructure, instead of a real deckhouse to protect the crew and passengers from sea spray, covering lines and rigging, containing the cockpit and the two large sun-bathing areas on the bow and on the stern which are equipped with inflatable cushions that withdraw into dedicated storage lockers in the coamings.

Inside the cockpit can be distinguished two areas: one dedicated to the guests with seats and tables, and a technical zone, where, nearby the double steering position all the primary sail control lines are led and simply managed by four hydraulic winches, whereas the other lines are controlled by hydraulic and electrical systems located in hidden compartments simply accessible from the deck.



Inside, like outside, can be found a perfectly planned symmetry, always a characteristic component of a PYD yacht, simple and essentials in their forms and at the same time special in the use of materials.
Downstairs we pass to the dinette that is made up of two very comfortable sofas able to accommodate 8-10 people, after we arrive, like in a loft just interrupted by the lifting keel structure, to the very well equipped kitchen area, and to the navigation area, equipped with a chart table and instrumentation, where it is possible, by lcd screens, to monitor the full yacht system, to navigate and to manage at the same time the entertainment systems located in the dinette area and inside the single cabins.
In the stern there are the two guests cabins with large bathrooms, while in the forward part of the yacht, over the full width of the beam, and completely isolated we can find the owner cabin with a big bed in the centre and two bathrooms with separated shower.
At the bow, with an entrance that’s independent of the main cabin, we can find the crew cabin; next to this cabin we can find the anchorage system with a foldaway anchor. While at stern the transom, with a hydraulic opening, forms a wonderful little bridge over the sea from which it is possible to haul the tender, with a length 4.5 metres and rigid keel with water-jet propeller, lodged in a dedicated tender garage.
All the rooms are provided with good sunlight and at the same time ventilated by portlights in the hull and hatches on deck. The rooms are also served by the yachts double air-conditioning system that can dehumidify, heat and refresh in every kind of cruise and navigation.




Lenght
23.92 m – wl 21.75m

Beam
6.26 m

Draft
4.5 – 3.0 m

Displacement
32.3 t

Sail area
345 mq

Accommodation
6 + 2 guests + 2 crew

Hull
Composite glass Kevlar carbon
Sandwich 30 mm Airex with epoxy resin
Lamination with vacuum system and post cure
Finish with Awlgrip

Deck
Composite glass Kevlar carbon
Sandwich 30 mm Airex with epoxy resin
Lamination with vacuum system and post cure
Coating with teak 8 mm (vacuum system)

Keel
Electro-hydraulic lifting keel by PLC control system
Fin of Aisi 316 by digital control

Rudder
Axis and blade built in pre-preg carbon
Blade with crash-box in final part
Steering system Solimar with double wheel (1200 mm)

Mast
Mast, boom and bowsprit in carbon
Rod shrouds nitronic 50 with tip-cups
Vang and hydraulic system Navtec

Deck equipment
All system Harken Custom, hydraulic winch
Port lights hatches Lewmar and Solimar
Accessories Spinlock and Wichard

Engine
Steyr 212 hp with ZF marine transmission

Propeller
Gori three-blade with overdrive

Fuel
910 litres

Fresh water
1010 litres

Accessories
Generator 2 x 6 KW
Desalinator 2 x 200 l/h
Air conditioning 2 x 31000 BTU/h
System with foldaway hydraulic anchor
Hydraulic retract bow thrusters at bow and stern

Electronics
B&G instruments with integrated navigation system and double autopilot

Entertainment
Sound and video integrated system by Apple Power Mac G5
Apple-bose sound diffuser with dock I-Pod
Video Apple Cinema Display

Tender
PYD Tender 450 JET


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PYD Picco Yacht Design
c.so Milano, 156 37138 Verona – Italy
+39 045 810.41.46
info@piccoyachtdesign.com
www.piccoyachtdesign.com

PYD 60 Custom

The project is a custom yacht and represents a new proposal for a high quality market, where the owner inspire the basic concepts.

The aesthetics that are at the base of the project are combined with performance and functionality, generating a product of high quality.


The technical characteristics, power, speed and security, are obtained thanks to the balance between sailplan and dynamic stability and this assures that the yacht is easy to manage under sail also with a reduced crew.
The medium-light displacement and the careful study of the structural loads result in improved stiffness, increasing the boat’s performances.


The interiors, technically structural, are designed following ergonomic rules to obtain comfort and practicality.
Simple and comfortable, using construction in sandwich, the structure and the furniture represent a unity, light and functional, guaranteeing ample room and increased interior height.


The lifting keel is an innovative electro-hydraulic system and it permits access to almost every anchorage or port.
The handling concept, synonymous with security and comfort, is clearly visible in the cockpit where all the control lines are led back.
The hull shape present flared sections and rounded bottom to guarantee the least wetted surface, reducing the hydrodynamic resistant.


The interior lay-out is symmetrical and rational: 3 cabins with bath, while in the middle of the boat, at its maximum beam, dinette, chart table and kitchen are combined in a open-space plan.

Lenght

l.o.a.18.25 m

Beam
5.21 m

Draft
2.6 – 3.8 m

Sail area
Mainsail 117 mq
Jib 96 mq
Gennaker 330 mq

Accommodation
6 + 2 crew

Hull
Composite glass Kevlar
Sandwich 30 mm Airex with epoxy resin
Lamination with vacuum system and post cure
Finish with Awlgrip

Deck
Composite glass Kevlar
Sandwich 30 mm Airex with epoxy resin
Lamination with vacuum system and post cure
Coating with teak 8 mm (vacuum system)

Keel
Electro-hydraulic lifting keel by PLC control system
Fin of Aisi 316 by digital control

Rudder
Axis and blade built in pre-preg carbon
Blade with crash-box in final part
Steering system Solimar with double wheel (1200 mm)

Mast
Mast and boom Nordic Mast in carbon hi-moduls
Rod shrouds nitronic 50 with tip-cups
Vang and hydraulic system Navtec

Deck Equipment
All system Harken Custom, hydraulic winch
Port lights hatches Lewmar and Solimar
Accessories Spinlock and Wichard

Engine
Steyr 212 hp with ZF marine transmission

Deck Equipment
All system Harken Custom, hydraulic winch
Port lights hatches Lewmar and Solimar
Accessories Spinlock and Wichard

Engine
Steyr 144 hp

Propeller
Gori three-blade with overdrive

Fuel
300 l

Water
600 l

Accessories
Generator 6 KW
Desalinator 140 l/h
Air conditioning
System with foldaway hydraulic anchor

Electronics
B&G instruments with integrated navigation system and autopilot

Entertainment
Sound and video integrated system by computer media center and audio Sony

Tender
Zodiac 310 rigid keel by 15 hp

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PYD Picco Yacht Design
c.so Milano, 156 37138 Verona – Italy
+39 045 810.41.46
info@piccoyachtdesign.com
www.piccoyachtdesign.com

PYD 52 Transpac

The hull shape is flared in order to guarantee a reduced entry semi-angle, a high dynamic stability and a lesser width of flotation.
The prismatic coefficient is under the highest values admitted, which allows good performance in sailing up-wind with light conditions and gives the hull the necessary power in sailing down-wind.


The keel and the rudder have the maximum draught allowed by the rules.
They both present thin sections and particular configurations.
The rudder is very deep and is placed in advanced position.
The keel presents hydrodynamic sections which continue over the bulb profile with an inverted profile towards the bow in order to support the centering between the sail plan and the centre of gravity setting.


The sail plan is very innovative compared to the traditional Transpac configurations.
As a matter of fact the carbon mast is preformed in order to obtain the roach of the main on the luff entry instead of the leech.
In this way the leech line is almost straight and vertical and its surface is optimized on the points of measuring in accordance with TP 52 rules.
Besides the accentuated rake of the mast enables the gennaker to expose the maximum surface and have a bigger luff entry length.
Concerning spreaders, they are as wide as possible to guarantee the mast profile stability, while the jumper, placed at the top of the mast, controls the flexion and the main twist, to open the leech and de-power the main sail.
The deck is very linear and functional and related to the particular structural solutions.
The deck is restricted and self-supporting thanks to the lentiform bottom and the longitudinal grooves of the stretcher from stem to stern.
There is only one coffee grinder which serves both the principals and the boom sheet.
The same attention has been dedicated to the ergonomic details, by studying the manoeuvres concerning hoisting, lowering and handling of the wide gennakers.
The interiors arrangement follows the natural evolution of the structural lines of the boat according to the TP 52 Class rules.


Tecnical Spcifications
Lft: 15.83 m
Lwl: 14.10 m
Bmax: 4.35 m
Displ: 7500 kg
Draft: 3.20 m

P: 20.42 m
E: 6.50 m
I: 19.05 m
J: 6.17 m

Main: 91 m²
Jib: 61 m²
Gennaker: 247 m²

Hull
Glass-Carbon-Kevlar composite
Sandwich 30 mm Airex
SP resin Epoxy
Lamination with vacuum system and post-cure

Deck
Glass-Kevlar composite
Sandwich 30 mm Airex
SP resin Epoxy
Lamination with vacuum and post-cure

Keel
Structure in Veldox
Bulb in Lead and Antimony

Rudder
Composite carbon structure
Crash-box system
Equipped Lewmar

Mast
Mast, boom and gennaker pole in Hall Spars carbon
Standing rig in discontinuous Nitronic 50 rod

Deck equipment
Complete Harken system
Hatches and port-lights custom
Accessories Spinlock and Wichard

Engine
Inboard Yanmar 4JH2CE SD31 51 hp Sail Drive
Gori Racing Two-blade screw

Electronics
Complete B&G system

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PYD Picco Yacht Design
c.so Milano, 156 37138 Verona – Italy
+39 045 810.41.46
info@piccoyachtdesign.com
www.piccoyachtdesign.com

Yachts for Sale

The following boats have been selected and certified by PYD Studio to guarantee a high quality product.

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ATIM IV


Project_PYD 60 Loa(m)_18.25 Year_2003 Price(€uro)_1.850.000,00

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KAOS


Project_PYD 38 Loa(m)_11.58 Year_2002 Price(€uro)_210.000,00

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28 OneDesign ITA-2812


Project_PYD 28 OD Loa(m)_8.21 Year_2005 Price(€uro)_55.000,00

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PYD Picco Yacht Design
c.so Milano, 156 37138 Verona – Italy
+39 045 810.41.46
info@piccoyachtdesign.com
www.piccoyachtdesign.com