Robin de Vries
Partner, Head of Design
His work is defined by a strong sense of proportion, atmosphere, and functionality, creating yachts that are both visually distinctive and deeply connected to life on board.
Growing up with a father who worked as a captain and spending holidays aboard the family boat sparked Robin’s early enthusiasm for life at sea and yacht design — a passion that continues to drive his work today. Motivated by curiosity, hands-on experience and a constant ambition to improve, Robin has developed a highly personal creative approach that is rooted in design and technology. He continuously pushes for the highest standard in every aspect of a project, balancing elegant aesthetics with practical usability and refined detailing.
As Partner, Robin is closely involved in the strategic development of the studio, helping to shape strong, recognisable designs that reflect Vripack’s experience-led philosophy. He strongly believes the best results emerge through open dialogue, collaboration and continuous exploration. Working across a wide range of custom superyacht projects, he remains closely involved from first sketch to final execution, always striving to create yachts that feel timeless, purposeful and emotionally engaging.