Designer Interview
17 questions
I have always wanted to become an architect since I was young. The joy of creation and the materialization of my vision resulted in my final decision.
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 always wanted to become an architect since I was young. The joy of creation and the materialization of my vision resulted in my final decision.
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
Whatever is inspiring
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
The one that was awarded at A' Design Award Competition.
When do you feel the most creative?
When I communicate with creative people.
What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
The joy of creation and the satisfaction that my project became tangible.
What makes a design successful?
The original concept.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
To match creation with environmetally friendly solutions.
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
Six years ago on my 20th office anniversary.
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?
Minimal and contemporary adapted to the local environment.
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?
Thessaloniki Greece. I sometimes get inspired by cultural heritage as far as I can embody some cultural elements to my actual design.
What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?
The fireplace, the dining table, and the art objects.
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
To be stable to their actual ideas and to have a consitency concerning the realization of their projects.
What is your "golden rule" in design?
To create an original concept.
What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
Is it feasible?
Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?
As a team.
Do you have any works-in-progress being designed that you would like to talk about?
A hotel, a private house and a new office building.
How can people contact you?
Through me site at www.nikosgouros.gr and my e mail: info@nikosgouros.gr
