Dr. Orhan Celikkol
The Visionary Behind Seabrook-Yachts

His Story

Orhan Çelikkol – The Visionary Behind Seabrook Yachts

Dr. Orhan E. Çelikkol is far more than a yacht designer and builder – he is a visionary, a pioneer, and a creator of dreams on the water. His path into yacht design was anything but conventional. Originally trained as a medical doctor and innovator of advanced prosthetics, he dedicated the early part of his career to improving human mobility. Yet his true passion ultimately led him elsewhere: the design and construction of yachts.

What began as a hobby – building windsurfers, racing dinghies, and motorboats – quickly became a lifelong vocation. By mastering modern carbon and composite technologies, he advanced into the creation of high-performance racing boats and superyachts, establishing a signature style that has set him apart in the international yacht industry.

Today, Orhan Çelikkol brings more than 38 years of experience and over 400 projects delivered worldwide. He has collaborated with some of the greatest names in yacht design – among them Jean-Marie Finot, Bill Dixon, Marc Lombard, Evan Marshall, and many others – and built a unique network of designers and engineers. His ability to unite timeless elegance with uncompromising technical precision has made him one of the most respected designers of our time.

“A yacht is never just a boat. It is a statement – a reflection of its owner’s personality.” – Orhan Çelikkol

As Chief Designer of the Seabrook-Ocean-Group, he continues to shape the future of our fleet. His vision brings to life fully customized carbon superyachts up to 40 meters in length, offering exceptional efficiency and performance. For yachts beyond 40 meters, he has pioneered a unique concept: combining steel hulls with carbon-reinforced composite superstructures to deliver unmatched stability, range, and design language for long-range cruising.

“Carbon gives us the freedom to create shapes that were once impossible – and steel provides the calm and confidence required for long passages.” – Orhan Çelikkol

Every yacht designed by Orhan Çelikkol is a true masterpiece – uniting innovation, craftsmanship, and emotion in perfect harmony. These are not mere trends, but timeless icons that will still be admired decades from now.

Beyond his achievements as a designer, Çelikkol is also an athlete, mentor, and industry pioneer: a former national-level handball player, windsurfer and kitesurfer for over 45 years, founder of sports clubs, and honorary member of numerous maritime and sporting institutions. He has been recognized as a pioneer of modern yacht construction in Antalya, serving on the boards of prominent yachting associations and contributing to the development of the industry on both a national and international scale.

Today, he leads his own company, advises shipyards worldwide, and with the Seabrook-Ocean-Group, continues to create some of the most distinctive and extraordinary superyachts on the planet.

Dr. Orhan E. Çelikkol is far more than a yacht designer – he is a visionary, a pioneer, and a creator of dreams on the water. His path into yacht design was anything but conventional. Originally trained as a medical doctor and innovator of advanced prosthetics, he dedicated the early part of his career to improving human mobility. Yet his true passion ultimately led him elsewhere: the design and construction of yachts.

What began as a hobby – building windsurfers, racing dinghies, and motorboats – quickly became a lifelong vocation. By mastering modern carbon and composite technologies, he advanced into the creation of high-performance racing boats and superyachts, establishing a signature style that has set him apart in the international yacht industry.

Today, Orhan Çelikkol brings more than 38 years of experience and over 400 projects delivered worldwide. He has collaborated with some of the greatest names in yacht design – among them Jean-Marie Finot, Bill Dixon, Marc Lombard, Evan Marshall, and many others – and built a unique network of designers and engineers. His ability to unite timeless elegance with uncompromising technical precision has made him one of the most respected designers of our time.

“A yacht is never just a boat. It is a statement – a reflection of its owner’s personality.” – Orhan Çelikkol

As Chief Designer of the Seabrook-Ocean-Group, he continues to shape the future of our fleet. His vision brings to life fully customized carbon superyachts up to 40 meters in length, offering exceptional efficiency and performance. For yachts beyond 40 meters, he has pioneered a unique concept: combining steel hulls with carbon-reinforced composite superstructures to deliver unmatched stability, range, and design language for long-range cruising.

“Carbon gives us the freedom to create shapes that were once impossible – and steel provides the calm and confidence required for long passages.” – Orhan Çelikkol

Every yacht designed by Orhan Çelikkol is a true masterpiece – uniting innovation, craftsmanship, and emotion in perfect harmony. These are not mere trends, but timeless icons that will still be admired decades from now.

Beyond his achievements as a designer, Çelikkol is also an athlete, mentor, and industry pioneer: a former national-level handball player, windsurfer and kitesurfer for over 45 years, founder of sports clubs, and honorary member of numerous maritime and sporting institutions. He has been recognized as a pioneer of modern yacht construction in Antalya, serving on the boards of prominent yachting associations and contributing to the development of the industry on both a national and international scale.

Today, he leads his own company, advises shipyards worldwide, and with the Seabrook-Ocean-Group, continues to create some of the most distinctive and extraordinary superyachts on the planet.