Douglas Blair "Doug" Peterson (1945 – June 26, 2017) was an American yacht designer. He began with the One Tonner Ganbare in 1973. Peterson's designs have pioneered many innovations in racing and cruising yachts.[1] He was born in Los Angeles, California.
Peterson later entered the America's Cup circle as a key design member of the winning 1992 America3 and 1995 NZL 32 Black Magic Team New Zealand design teams.[2] In 2000, Peterson designed the winning Louis Vuitton Cup boat for Prada Challenge.
Peterson died on June 26, 2017 in San Diego, California of colorectal cancer, aged 71.[3]