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Matt and Jessica of MJ Sailing tour several production catamarans and a trimaran at the 2023 Annapolis Spring Boat Show to gather interior design and layout ideas for their own performance catamaran build. Because their vessel prioritizes weight savings over the use of interior liners, they evaluate how production boats manage wire runs, lighting, and storage, and then adapt those concepts to their own constraints. They inspect the Rapido 40 trimaran, noting its surprising interior volume, and compare the helm and winch configurations on the Excess 15 and Nautitech Open 44 to their own planned layout.2:47 The couple focuses on practical details such as headboard lighting, friction-latch cabinetry, and color schemes, while acknowledging that many luxury features—like hidden blinds and extensive headliners—are incompatible with their weight-sensitive design.6:08 They conclude that while they cannot replicate the heavy finishings of production yachts, they can incorporate similar aesthetic elements through fabric choices, accent trim, and paint.9:52

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