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Changheon Lee

Republic of KoreaFurniture

Interviews with Changheon Lee

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Designer of the Day Interview

18 questions

I majored in architecture and worked on designing for three years. Architectural design experience has given me a lot of curiosity and interest.

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?

I majored in architecture and worked on designing for three years. Architectural design experience has given me a lot of curiosity and interest.

How did you become a designer?

The reason why I came to design is because I am very interested in life and art. I wish my design would enrich people's lives.

What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?

What I consider most important in designing is organizing my thoughts. The better you organize your thoughts, the better the design results will be. So I draw a lot of articles and pictures before I design.

Which emotions do you feel when designing?

When I design, I get immersed in it.

What particular aspects of your background shaped you as a designer?

I think my habit of learning about myself through writing and writing helped me grow into a designer.

What is your growth path? What are your future plans? What is your dream design project?

My dream is to create a design studio that encompasses architecture, interior design, furniture, and visual design.

What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?

Try to know yourself. This is a great help to design.

You are truly successful as a designer, what do you suggest to fellow designers, artists and architects?

Try to know yourself!

What is your day to day look like?

I do my personal work after work. It's hard but fun.

How do you keep up with latest design trends? To what extent do design trends matter?

Design trends are important. But before that, I think it's more important to have a strong sense of direction.

How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?

Design that gives people a good impression is a good design.

How do you decide if your design is ready?

Before you design, you must have a good understanding of what you are designing for. If you understood it well, you are ready for it.

What is your biggest design work?

My most valuable design tasks are a 'baan table' and a 'muul light'. It's my first work and it's been recognized through contests.

Who is your favourite designer?

Friedensreich Hundertwasser and Cha Ungi

Would you tell us a bit about your lifestyle and culture?

Music is an important factor in my design. The music I listen to at work has a great effect on me.

Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?

Communication is very important to me. Communication with customers and with partners is critical.

What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?

It's the designer's job to help people's lives and society develop in a better way, and I think this is a benefit to society.

What positive experiences you had when you attend the A' Design Award?

It was my first competition, and it was the first time my design was recognized. It was a very valuable experience.

Designer Interview

22 questions

I am always curious, and I feel joy in expressing something. The decision to become a designer is because I am very interested in life style and I want to share it with people.

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 am always curious, and I feel joy in expressing something. The decision to become a designer is because I am very interested in life style and I want to share it with people.

Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?

lch studio is a small independent studio.

What is "design" for you?

Giving people a better life And make society and nature more beautiful.

What is your favorite material / platform / technology?

I like rough materials. For example, rough(like Pure and natural) metals, wood, stones, etc.

When do you feel the most creative?

When I'm not doing a creative job, For example, when cleaning, when doing paperwork, when taking a walk

Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?

Concept, Delivery, expression and finish detail

What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?

fun, excitement, and naturalness.

What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?

feel tears.

What makes a design successful?

Observations and persistence.

From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?

Designers should think about society and the environment in many ways. The design results are long-lasting. They affect our lives a lot. If it's simply designed to make money, it's death.

How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?

It seems to be becoming more digital.I fear this part of the world.Many things will be convenient, but they will lose many things.A lot of trivial feelings, textures.

Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?

Nature and things surrounding things

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?

Republic of Korea, Sometimes the negative aspects of society are inspired by me.

Can you talk a little about your design process?

It is still independent designer, so I work mainly on computer.

What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?

Windows, pots, tea, paper and pens

Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?

Let's challenge ourselves.

What skills are most important for a designer?

Observation, presentation, persuasion

Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?

Pen, paper, and computer programs

Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?

Determine the amount of work to be done per day.

What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?

These days, I am interested in architecture.

What are your future plans? What is next for you?

I am not sure about future plans.Keep challenging oneself. Feel nervous.

How can people contact you?

e-mail: lch_studio@hotmail.cominstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lch_studio/web site: https://www.lch-studio.net/

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