Sparkman and Stephens
Sparkman & Stephens, Inc. (S&S) is one of the most revered naval architecture firms in yachting history, founded in 1929 in New York City by brothers Drake Sparkman (business visionary) and Olin J. Stephens II (design genius), with Roderick Stephens Sr. providing early financial backing. Over nine decades, S&S has designed more than 2,600 yachts, including legendary ocean racers, blue water cruisers, and superyachts, earning a reputation for performance, seaworthiness, and timeless elegance.