Apiwat Chitapanya

Specialized in Design.

Apiwat Chitapanya

About Apiwat Chitapanya

Actually, I studied Fine Art, Printing Branch. Since, I studied M.A. of applied art at Silpakorn University, Thailand. There is design subject that made me know the world of design. After that, I had visit BIG+BIH, design event in Thailand, It made me interesting in and open my mind to design work. I made my accessories product such as ceramics vase, wood lamp and small decorating object. Afterwards, I had a chance to design for other companies that allow me to try more material such stainless welding, metal and brass casting. These made me fun and develop my design.

  • Winner of the A' Design Award.
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Interview with Apiwat Chitapanya

Could you please tell us more about your art and design background? What made you become an artist/designer? Have you always wanted to be a designer?
I have a passion for art and graduated in Fine Art. After that, I finished master's degree in Applied Art. I have a chance to work with Furniture Design, so it made me crazy about that. Eventually, I falling in love and become a designer.
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
MASAYA is a brass furniture brand with the fundamentals of producing artistic and unique products. All our products are inspired by nature where each one of it has its own story. We pay attention to details, striving to deliver the best and most different products in the market.MASAYA’s products designs stem from our everyday fundamental shapes and enhancing those simple shapes into a product that fits in every home. Like our mother brand, Asia Collection, our products are majestic, with the combination of brass, stainless steel, marble, and one of a kind wood. We serve modernized furnitures that fit into anyone and everyone’s lifestyles.
What is "design" for you?
For me, design is an art. In addition to taking into account the utility and artistic. It needs to communicate the identity of the designer.
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
Furniture, especially the furniture made of Metal. Moreover, I am fond of combine with many materials to my furniture.
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
My favorite design is furniture art because it gives more psychological value than usefulness.
What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
My favorite one are the metal such as stainless steel, brass, aluminium with many kind of techniques.
What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
I like my design. However, I still think that there could be more development in the next.
What makes a design successful?
I think the design is successful must be designed to meet the objectives, outstanding and unique. Moreover, It should create the new experience for users.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Quality work with the most cost effective material in the workpiece.
How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
Design is boundless. Whether it is material, technology, technology, functional or concept. You can not imagine it.
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
Last exhibition is between Milan Design Week 2017, 4-9 April, 17 at Ventura Design District. And I do not have a plan yet to next exhibition.
Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
Most of my designs are inspired by natural beauty and the surrounding environment. Usually likes to observe things around and bring new interpretations are always around. Finally, these are a data warehouse for designing.
Where do you live? Do you feel the cultural heritage of your country affects your designs? What are the pros and cons during designing as a result of living in your country?
I live in Bangkok, Thailand. Even though my design is contemporary style but the process is handmade by Thai craftsmanship.
How do you work with companies?
I involve the sections of design and take care of the production.
What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
The company must have a clear design approach and ready to develop new work with designers. The good designer is the designer who can work well with the company and has the same attitude to work in the same direction.
Can you talk a little about your design process?
I take inspiration from the things around you a starting point in the design. Then made several drafts. Finally, select the complete draft through the thinking process of production.
Can you describe a day in your life?
Usually, I like to carry a small sketchbook to take notes or sketch new forms of work in order to store them as data. Moreover, I often like to travel to find new inspiration.
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
First of all, there must be a passion for the design. Then look for inspiration, then strive to make it come true.
From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?
The advantage is that the design can work anytime, anywhere, and you can work on your design entire your life.
What is your "golden rule" in design?
The most important thing in my design, It must be a development job and different from others
What skills are most important for a designer?
Need to learn production process and materials so that designs would come out perfectly.
Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
The time between design thinking Those times will also be spent on other inspirational searches as well.
How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
Designs can not predict how long it will take because there are many factors. Sometimes it takes a few months or a year.
What was your most important job experience?
Development works with artisans and learning about materials and processes.
How can people contact you?
You can contact me via email address w_a_t@hotmail.com, line id: watchita and www.apiwatchitapanya.com

Designer of the Day Interview with Apiwat Chitapanya

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
I have an artistic background. I studied art since college to master degree. The style of work is a mix of furniture and art. I came into the industry about 10 years ago, starting with the design of decoration, such as vases, tray lamps, then have the opportunity to design furniture for Restrogen, MASAYA and most recently have the opportunity to design for DEESAWAT.
How did you become a designer?
I have a passion for design during studying M.A. of Applied Art at Silpakorn University. It makes me learning something new and using creative knowledge all the time.In addition, I think the design of furniture is a way to reach people more easily.
What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?
I focus on beauty rather than function even it should be functional. Moreover, I try to create a unique work and use the process by artisans. Normally, I sketch by hand and make a rough example. Finally, I talk to the technician to produce the desired model.
Which emotions do you feel when designing?
I am excited and happy every time my work is produced as I designed.
What particular aspects of your background shaped you as a designer?
I think the initiative, open-minded, inquisitive, and self-confidence make me successful. My father has been influential in my designing in terms of observation, diligent and loves to experiment.
What is your growth path? What are your future plans? What is your dream design project?
I will continue to work on my own design. I want to be recognized as a great unique furniture designer. I hope that my work will be displayed in famous museums, and I wish to work with famous designers and artists.
What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?
First, there must be a commitment to their work, try hard, keep it up and success will come.
You are truly successful as a designer, what do you suggest to fellow designers, artists and architects?
For people to be successful, must know the strength of their own and can be used to create a valuable work, unique and memorable.
What is your day to day look like?
My daily life is not an exact plan. I always design new products, read design news, do my projects and visit the factory.
How do you keep up with latest design trends? To what extent do design trends matter?
I follow the design news via the Internet, magazines, sometimes I visit the exhibition and event such as design week to be a design guideline. However, my designs are shown my identity rather than to follow the trend.
How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?
To know if the design is well or not. If any design could be met the need of the customer and target, it can be considered as a good design.
What is your biggest design work?
Actually, my biggest work is the Feather Collection. However, I focus on the works equally. Each work needs a special process which I have to pay special attention differently. Most of my inspiration comes from nature, experience, and environment around me.
Would you tell us a bit about your lifestyle and culture?
I was born and growth in Thailand. My hometown is Rayong province. My family does agriculture, thus, I grow up with nature which affects my creation. I love to travel giving me the opportunity to visit the great design and inspiring me.
Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?
I always find new challenges in design. I like to work with open-minded people who have a new perspective, responsible.
What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?
As a designer, I have participated in exhibitions with the associate of the state that provides design education to the general public. Sometimes, I was a guest lecturer on design for university students.
What positive experiences you had when you attend the A’ Design Award?
The winners will be supported by exhibiting and publishing works in various media. As well as making my work internationally recognized.The design was judged by the expert jury panel. And you could see many good designs from around the world.I am so proud and honored to be Designer of the Day.

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