# Customized Sail Boats Alteia by Julien Boucher Addresses Racing, Lounging and Living Needs By Meghan Young | Published 2012-11-19 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alteia-by-julien-boucher References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2012/11/19/modular-at-heart/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Alteia/5297911) There are boats for every need and the Alteia by Julien Boucher addresses a few of them. Whether a person wants to have a boat for an [adrenaline rush](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpacka-raft) or relax in, this [sleek ship](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikonic-yachts) can accommodate just about anything. While the shell remains the same, the interior of the ship can be customized into three different versions: race, lounge and living. Inspired by birds, Alteia by Julien Boucher is beautifully aerodynamic. Although it has a rather typical shape and look, the fact that it can be modified in various ways to better suit different lifestyles sets it apart from the rest of the herd. Designed primarily for [chartering](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ritzcarlton-yacht-collection), Alteia by Julien Boucher is also basic enough to appeal to those new to boating. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Customizable Boats:** The trend of customizable boats allows for greater variety in meeting the individual needs of boaters. - **Multi-functional Designs:** Boats with multi-functional designs such as the Alteia by Julien Boucher cater to a wider range of use cases and target markets. - **Inspiration From Nature:** Taking inspiration from nature, such as birds in the case of the Alteia by Julien Boucher, leads to innovative and aerodynamic boat designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Boating:** The boating industry can use the trend of customizable, multi-functional and nature-inspired designs to create boats that cater to individual needs and preferences. - **Chartering:** Chartering companies can use customizable boats such as the Alteia by Julien Boucher to appeal to a wider range of customers and offer unique experiences. - **Luxury:** The luxury boat industry can use multi-functional designs to create boats that cater to both high-performance racing and comfortable lounging or living. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Yacht-Like Sailboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeanneau-yachts-55-sailboat.md) - [Opulent Catamaran Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunreef-55-ultima.md) - [Hydrofoil-Equipped Yacht Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alte-volare-yacht-tender.md) - [Three-in-One Aquatic Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decathlon-x-outercraft-hydrobike.md) - [Minimal Luxe Sailing Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/y9-yacht.md) - [Transforming Camper Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pol-luxe.md) - [Sleek Hybrid Racing Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inception-24m-yacht.md) - [Panoramic Rooftop Jacuzzi Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royal-alpha-one-yacht.md) - [Mono-Hulled Yacht Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadowcat-shadowolf.md)