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Often used in the preliminary stages of the creative process, Speedforms are a simple yet elegant alternative to high-detail realistic models. Containing little to no detail, they are highly conceptual and represent the purest form of a yacht’s design; as such they can be valuable designers’ tools. They also fulfill a role as sculptural display pieces, accompanying the larger models at shows and conventions. James Claydon and Mike Reeves go into further detail on the use of models in their design process in the following article.

Claydon Reeves commissioned us to make this 1-meter long superyacht model as the centrepiece for their launch at the 2010 Monaco Yacht Show. Our model makers worked closely with the designers (ex Redman Whiteley Dixon) to make sure the model conveyed the stunning shape and form of Claydon Reeves' first complete superyacht design. Using CNC processes we were able to perfectly replicate the symmetry and lines from the CAD provided to us. The superyacht model was hand-finished to a high standard and level of detail. Models of this kind are as suited to sales displays and presentations as they are mantlepieces and display cabinets. In simpler states, they can also be useful as stripped down wind tunnel or test tank models. As designer's aides, simple models introduce a tactile element to the design process. A shape you can hold, touch and easily reshape - and scan back into the computer -…

Client: Redman Whiteley Dixon This 1.2 meter long display model of the Amnesia IV was presented to the owner at the 2008 Monaco Yacht Show. At 1:50 scale every detail was accurately modelled, from chairs to chains. In 2011 The Amnesia IV was renamed as NATALY, and is one in a line of chartered yachts by designers Redman Whiteley Dixon, constructed by Italian Shipbuilding Company Benetti. A video of the complete superyacht can be viewed here.

Trade show model of the TPB 125 Powerbarge. Bahraini shipbuilding giant ASRYMAR and the UK's gas turbine generator specialists Centrax plan to produce a range of floating power generators, as new joint venture company Asry-Centrax. We were commissioned to produce this 1-meter long model for the press launch in London; the model will travel to ASRY headquarters in Bahrain. To withstand the rigours of transportation, the finer sections of the Powerbarge were constructed from soldered brass sections. These frames were incredibly strong given their size and thickness, and provided both support and protection for the rest of the model. Amalgam have constructed several trade show models for various sectors, from high design luxury superyacht models to engineering models for new technologies and products. When used appropriately, these models can convey ideas and processes in ways far more engaging to a target audience than printed media.