Houseboating Adventures - Issue 20 - (Page 51)

exterior wall panels, which usually provide the majority of the structural support of the roof and upper deck system, is reinforced with structural framing. In addition, the front and aft cabin walls are radiused aluminum with radiused glass panels. Those walls are constructed of structural aluminum framing members. Another enhanced design feature is the "Euro Roof" edge. The angled and radiused back roof profile and angled front roof edge give the boat a distinctive look. The roof edge is fiberglassed with a slick finish, in lieu of the more standard matt finish. The yacht-like theme carries over into the interior of the boat. The continuous windows give the boat a very open, inviting feel. The cherry wood paneling is accented with radiused burl columns, which not only are an architectural feature, but also function to conceal the structural framing members along the window wall. The flooring is travertine marble tile, with granite accent pieces that match the granite countertops. The interiors designed by Theresa York, Stardust’s in-house design professional, features a built in water wall, wet bar, glass tile backsplash in the kitchen, vessel bowl sinks and tile showers in all the baths, trimless ceilings, granite countertops, full body shower heads, and more. Many of the doors have opaque glass panels that allow light to enter the rooms, yet afford privacy. Every turn in the interior elicits another "wow" in this boat. This boat also features ceiling trim and accents in lieu of the more typical dropped soffit. Stardust has an in-house cabinet and trim shop which allows all of these pieces to be custom made specifically for this boat. Any cabinet, piece of trim, or wood accent can be made to order. "One of our primary objectives when we look to new methods and products to utilize on our boats is to bring value to the customer. That does not always mean finding a cheaper or less expensive product. We are looking for new ideas that will create a better function, that are easier to use, have a better maintenance potential, or are more efficient to operate. That is the reason we now use an energy efficient R-10 light bulb in all of our boats. The bulbs cost more, Completely fabricated from aluminum, the rear deck has the appearance of a raised sunning pad. But touch the remote control button and the sun deck raises and the swim platform lowers, providing concealed storage for two personal watercraft. )6B@" A05("%C&5AB9&@

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Houseboating Adventures - Issue 20 Editor's Desk Info Houseboating Accessories Guide to Brokers & Dealers Job PROfile - State Dock's Sheila Helm World News New Zealand Launches New Houseboat Industry Job PROfile - Sumerset's Dave Corbin DreamBoats - Stardust's "Toy Garage", Sumerset's Wild at Heart II, Gibson's DreaManner Adventure Guide

Houseboating Adventures - Issue 20

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