Design Studio

At Boat-Plans.com Design Studio, we create boat designs that truly work – both in the workshop and on the water. These are not just drawings – they are practical, proven designs built for real users, from DIY builders working in a garage to professional fabricators.


What We Do

We design modern, functional:

  • aluminum boats (jon boats, skiffs, workboats)
  • plywood boats (stitch & glue, utility boats, row boats)
  • CNC-ready designs and hand-cut (DIY) versions

Every design is developed with focus on:

  • ease of construction
  • structural strength
  • efficient material usage
  • real-world performance

How We Design

Our approach combines hands-on experience with engineering principles:

  • optimized material thickness (aluminum / plywood)
  • designs tailored for CNC or DIY building
  • practical interior layouts (storage, livewells, ergonomics)
  • balanced hull proportions (stability vs. speed)

We design boats so you can:
👉 build them in your garage
👉 use them reliably on the water
👉 avoid wasting time and materials


Who Is It For?

  • first-time boat builders
  • experienced DIY enthusiasts
  • workshops and professionals
  • anglers and practical boat users

What You Get

Each design includes:

  • detailed construction plans
  • step-by-step building instructions
  • metric and imperial versions
  • options: HAND CUT (1:1 + plotting points) or CNC files

Our Philosophy

Simple to build. Strong in use. Ready to perform.

We don’t create “nice-looking concepts” – we design boats that make sense in real life.


Ready to Start?

Choose your plan, download instantly, and start building today.


1760 Aluminum Jon Boat Plans with side console
1760 Aluminum Jon Boat Plans with side console
11 Foot (3.45m) Aluminum Utility Skif Plans
11 Foot (3.45m) Aluminum Utility Skif Plans
12 Foot (3.65m) Plywood Utility Skiff Plans
12 Foot (3.65m) Plywood Utility Skiff Plans