Designer Interview
36 questions
i am PHD in architecture technologies in La Sapienza University in Rome. I come from a architects family and my destiny was that from the beginning
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 PHD in architecture technologies in La Sapienza University in Rome. I come from a architects family and my destiny was that from the beginning
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
We founded uc21 architects studio in Rome in 2008 and after we opened a studio in Tehran too. we do architecture, iterior design, planning and design
What is "design" for you?
do what you want, inspired by yourself and the things around you. always be essensial and minimal
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
villas and residential buildings
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
is one of my last project named cantilever house and is in building status now. This villa is particular because have 3 cantilever boxes who make it absolutly fantastic
What was the first thing you designed for a company?
a bathroom for my friend
What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
concreete
When do you feel the most creative?
in the last project
Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
a consider any aspect, more possible
What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
realizing myself
What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
i m very happy and proud of myself
What makes a design successful?
is not only one things
When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
is not only one aspect, are few
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
the designer can give really a different way
How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
it evolving in different way, it depend from the contest
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
last year and the next will be soon
Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
i inspire myself from the contest
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 rome and tehran and of course i m influenced from 2 ancient culture
How do you work with companies?
we search for a friendly approach
What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
it depend from the project and the design that they prefer
Can you talk a little about your design process?
everything start from the contest and the customer needs. After having this, we can proceede to make a study on it and make a concept. After that we can make a sketch and the hole project
What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?
chairkitchenbedlibrarycloset
Can you describe a day in your life?
is variable. it depend
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
have a research on their project
What is your "golden rule" in design?
be patient
What skills are most important for a designer?
comprehend the customer
Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?
a pencil and a paper at first
Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
design is the most important thing for me. no timing
How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
depend from the project
What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
many question
What was your most important job experience?
every one is important
Who are some of your clients?
i cant list them for privacy
What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?
minimal. because u design only essential
Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?
i have my team
Do you have any works-in-progress being designed that you would like to talk about?
yes, i ve 3 villas
How can people contact you?
they can send me a mail: info@uc21architects.com ; itexsrl@gmail.comor call me and send me a whatsapp text to 00989190910576and they can follow us on instagram: uc21_architects
