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Design Legend Interview

23 questions

First, I wanted to be an architect . I could not Follow it. I read the field of information technology at the university. But I was always interested in design and create.

Could you please tell us a bit about your design background and education?

First, I wanted to be an architect . I could not

Follow it. I read the field of information technology at the university. But I was always interested in design and create. the television shown a serial about the life of a clothing designer When I seriously thought to chang my way. That encouraged more, becuase I liked cloth too. I have been studying at a design Institute for about a year and six months, and I have not formally started professional work yet.I have not finished my course yet, but sometimes I sew.

What motivates you to design in general, why did you become a designer?

The world of dress has a special attraction for me. You narrate your own story and others will see your story and wear it.

Did you choose to become a designer, or you were forced to become one?

I choosed to be a designer, instead of being an IT engineer and not enjoying from my work.

What should young designers do to become a design legend like you?

I am still a young designer that have to learn from the legendary designers of the world. But first, I think you have to select the final goal, and then divide it to small tasks, then just attempt in this way and learn new things.

What distinguishes between a good designer and a great designer?

A good designer tries to do his/her task right, but a great designer loves his/her work, without knowing it as a task.

What is your secret recipe of success in design, what is your secret ingredient?

good imagine, good seeing, good learning and trying

Who are some other design masters and legends you get inspired from?

Many designers and brands inspire me, and I think they work great. But Dolce and Gabbana and Dior are unique. Zuhair Murad, Paolo Sebastian, Saiid Kobeisy, Marchesa and Ralph and Russo are my favorite brands too. Also Sabyasachi Mukherjee and Tarun Tahiliani are Indian brands and I love their style.

What is your greatest design, which aspects of that design makes you think it is great?

Iranian Sarv is my first and greatest professional design, and fortunately it could be a winner in A' Design Award

If you hadn't become a designer, what would you have done?

Architecture, musician, astronomer, author, floriculture and dress designer were the jobs I always thought about.

How do you define design, what is design for you?

In my opinion, design is the connection of imagination with reality and technology

What's your next design project, what should we expect from you in future?

I am currently completing my training. I am looking for a job and I like to work in a clothing company. And I intend to participate in the next time competition if I can find the client who will accepte It’s fees. I have several initial plan and ideas in my mind if I can complete it.

What's your ultimate goal as a designer?

I would like to provide a style that is acceptable to the society.

How does design help create a better society?

designs that cover weaknesses and shortcomings. Clothes that are not just for wearing.

What is your life motto as a designer?

live your dream

What is the role of technology when you design?

Technology is like a rescue angel for the designer. The speed of production and the quality of the product greatly increases.

What is the role of the color, materials and ambient in design?

All of these have a direct relationship with fashion psychology. A designer must have a deep understanding of the ambient, colors and materials. Understanding how to combine colors and materials to be acceptable for ambient.

When you see a new great design or product what comes into your mind?

I enjoy it and admire its designer. And I think how the designer has done so clever, and I'd love to see a short film about preparing this product.

What is your favorite color, place, food, season, thing and brand?

I love colors, but most of all I am attracted to yellow, purple and white. I would love to travel to Italy, including Milan, one of the world's fashion capitals, even if I could find my favorite job there. However, I know it is not easy for me to find a job in another country. I love a lot of foods, the most popular one is kebabs. I love music, clothes and dance. I follow social and political issues. And the most popular and attractive brand for me is Dolce & Gabbana.

Please tell us a little memoir, a funny thing you had experienced as a designer?

When I decided to become a designer, I started designing without teacher and professional training before I began designing courses. I secretly opened a page on the Instagram and shared my designs there. I just wanted to know the opinions of others without knowing me. the people followed me after a while, they gave positive feedback on each post. They even sent me beautiful messages in my direct, they sometimes sent me their own work and they consulted with me about design and wanted guidance. In the way that I was still the first! Instagram was a positive energy spot for me. He gave me confidence and showed me the fact that I can. This achievement is very valuable to me.

What makes your day great as a designer, how do you motivate yourself?

I always review my dreams and warn myself that this is what I want. I check my Instagram. These motivate me.

When you were a little child, was it obvious that you would become a great designer?

When I was a child, I saw myself in a lot of jobs. When I was high school I thought of having a fabrics factory, I chose the name for myself and designed a logo. But the clothing design was sudden. I imagined almost everything in mind, so it helped my imagination. I wanted to be an architecture because the university I could accept was not free, and on the other hand, the architecture was expensive, so I read the IT at another university . Later, when I was dissatisfied of my field, I decided to change my way. I thought of two options, floriculture and dress design. Because of the lack of copyright laws and the support of clothing designers in Iran, I did not want to be a designer, although I was very interested in it. That time, Tv shown a serial about a Japanese designer. her life inspired me and I chose my way. I am very happy with this decision.

What do you think about future; what do you see will happen in thousand years from now?

In my opinion, a thousand years later, the meaning and concept of clothes and all its standards will change completely. It's like comparing the clothing of the first human beings using the leaves and tools of nature, and now there is something called the fabric. Perhaps thousands of years later, the fabric disappears and humans cover themselves with the apps that the IT scientists design. With the help of a program you can warm your clothes or cool, you can wear a night dress or comfort. At that time, if a designer be an IT engineer too would be great.

Please tell us anything you wish your fans to know about you, your design and anything else?

I want to say that you should never be afraid of choosing and do not stop following your interests. Even if you think there is not much time to start again. First, try to choose clever.It isn't late to start again If you were in wrong pass . Finally, thank you for all your great question

Designer Interview

34 questions

First, I wanted to be an architecture!! . I could not Follow it. I read the field of information technology at the university. However, I was always interested in design and creation.

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?

First, I wanted to be an architecture!! . I could not

Follow it. I read the field of information technology at the university. However, I was always interested in design and creation. One day I saw serial in TV about the life of a cloth designer and that was When I seriously thought to chang my way. I have been studying at a design Institute for about a year and six months, and I have not formally started professional work. Furthermore, I have not finished my courses too, but sometimes I sew.

What is "design" for you?

In my opinion, design is the connection between imagination with reality and technology

What kinds of works do you like designing most?

Cloth designer

What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?

In my country, the design of clothing needs to be more reviewed and upgraded. So any part can be appropriate for working . But I love evening and night dresses and classical styles, and I'm also interested in expand my national clothes to a modern and contemporary style

What was the first thing you designed for a company?

I have not finished the design course yet and I'm not working for any company. But my first professional design was for A’ Design Award

What is your favorite material / platform / technology?

I'm hand-embroidery cloth fan, whether modern or traditional. Of course, Luminous and digital clothes are also attractive to me, and I'd love to know more about it.

When do you feel the most creative?

Different nations, especially the East, give me a lot of ideas.

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

What I mostly focus on is creativity, components fit, acceptance of the majority, retrieval of forgotten styles and fashion. And their collection together should be beautiful. Beauty is very important to me

What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?

I design my feelings and changes which I like to see . Idea and creativity are the most attractive part of my work for me. They are worthy to me

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

Well, it's very exciting for me that I turn my imagination to the reality

or it will become reality one day. I become a little god who loves my children and I like to watch them for hours. Especially if they have a positive impact

What makes a design successful?

The first step is the goal and performance. Then, responsibility in all parts of the design and implementation to produce a quality product

When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?

Purpose, performance, Innovation, Quality, Beauty, Usability/ Popularity in the community, Acceptance, Cost, Technology and Sustainable Fashion

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

First, we must research about the needs and weaknesses of society. Or beyond those revive forgotten cultures or replace good designs with wrong cultures.then, it should be considered how it can be beneficial to the environment or at least not harm it

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

clothing designers combine clothing with technology and IT, beyond the general needs of the society (the need for wearing) and its aesthetic aspect. Even with the help of the outfit, they come together with the society medical, scientific, environmental and etc.

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

The environment, the galaxy, culture, history, architecture and ... are my inspirational sources. I try to strengthen my creativity by looking at them and research about them and following the trends.

How would you describe your design style? What made you explore more this style and what are the main characteristics of your style? What's your approach to design?

I already like the classic and artistic style. But since I'm a beginner I might change my mind. Life in the East has been very effective in choosing this style. Originality, a reminder of the history,glory and beauty is of the features of this style. this encourage me to choose this style.

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 Iran. one hundred percent. Especially that my work style was the implementation of my national dress. I was inspired by Iranian paintings, most of which belonged to the Safavi era. The greatest pros point to life in my country are ethnic and cultural diversity and ancient arts for an artist to inspire . But the biggest cons point is that fashion does not have a global meaning and consept and We are so far away of global standards.

How do you work with companies?

I currently do not work for any company.

What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?

now, I do not have much experience that I can suggestion to companies. But A' Design Award can be a good interface between companies and designers

Can you talk a little about your design process?

Some designs are like a spark. Only that moment comes to my mind without thinking. But others need to think and research. Like the Iranian Sarv. I was influenced by the people of India and how they are expanding their national dress beautifully. I also liked to have our national clothes, the clothes that were forgotten. Part of the design belonged to my own feelings and some belonged to research on Persian dresses and paintings. then, I sketched it first, but some sections were added or deleted during the design. There was a special handmade on my clothes(Sermeh-Douzi) that was almost forgotten in Iran, that is, only use on decorations, not clothes. So, at the same time as the sewing of clothes, I passed the handmade class so I could do it. I did all the handmade on clothes and socks, myself, from idea to execution. The name of my design is Iranian Sarv, (Sarv is the name of the Iranian tree), which is also the symbole of Iran, and represents my green dress.

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

Think to your goals.make your dream and story about them. Bring them on paper and then produce content. Sense after that is unique.

From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?

The best part of being a designer is that you give your style to the society as a gift, compensate for the shortcomings, is an exciting job, you can work as a teammate and as an individual. But your design or style may not be accepten. Risk and competition are very high

What is your "golden rule" in design?

Good seeing and good imagination

What skills are most important for a designer?

Creativity, imagination, understanding of the environment, awareness of the needs and demands of the society, knowledge of history, art and technology, optimization, etc.

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

I have not learned working with software yet, so I'm designing with hand. of course I love it. so I have more color tools. Sometimes I use the objects. I find inspiration sources through searchiog on internet and looking around

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

One of my problems is time management. I hope to find some solutions in the future.

How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?

If it's just a design, it depends on my mental readiness, or how complicated it is and how much

information it needs. At the best it takes one day and at the worst, it takes a week or two. Sometimes, during the performance of work, I get an idea that I will run if possible.

What was your most important job experience?

The most important thing for me was to take part and win in A’ Design Award

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

lady's evening dress design. Because I can find the peak of beauty, elegance, creativity, excitement and my feelings in it.

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

I am currently completing my training. I am looking for a job and I like to work in a clothing company. And I intend to participate in the next time if I can find the client who will accepte

It’s fees. I have several initial plans and ideas in my mind which I will complete them if I can

Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?

I develop my designs yourself

Do you have any works-in-progress being designed that you would like to talk about?

Not now, but maybe I'll work on a design in the next few months

How can people contact you?

golisarv@gmail.com

fzbararjanpoor@gmail.com

Any other things you would like to cover that have not been covered in these questions?

No, everything was perfect. Thank you for all thing.

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