Britt Ward Charts the Future of Farr Yacht Design

Britt Ward, the newly appointed owner, president, and principal designer of Farr Yacht Design, has been with the iconic Annapolis-based firm since 1996. Inspired by Australia II’s historic 1983 America’s Cup win, Ward pursued naval architecture from a young age, studying at Webb Institute and later earning a master’s degree focused on hydrodynamics at MIT. Over nearly 30 years at Farr, he has worked on everything from paddleboards to 140-foot superyachts, America’s Cup programs, production cruiser-racers, and advanced military and commercial vessels. Today, Ward leads a diverse portfolio of projects, including new cruiser-racers, superyachts for Southern Wind, innovative production concepts, and an upcoming multihull line. With a deep belief in the blend of art and science, his work emphasizes accessibility, ease of sailing, refined performance, and smart industrial design. Under his leadership, Farr Yacht Design is entering a new chapter—expanding into multihulls, advancing high-tech tools and simulations, and applying racing-level innovation across the cruising, charter, and commercial sectors. Transcript with Media: https://www.yachtsite.com/reference/britton-ward-farr-design-interview/