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Design Legend Interview

44 questions

To become a designer like Leonardo da Vinci always been my goal, and that’s why I named myself “Vinci”.

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

I learned industrial design from Hunan University of Technology 9 years ago.

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

To become a designer like Leonardo da Vinci always been my goal, and that’s why I named myself “Vinci”.

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

I choose to be a designer.

What do you design, what type of designs do you wish to design more of?

I design electric consumer products a lot. I like different project. Any non-duplicated work is ok for me.

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

I am not a design Legend yet, but I dream to be the person like Leonardo da Vinci.

What distinguishes between a good designer and a great designer?

Great designer never satisfied with what he has done.

What makes a good design a really good design, how do you evaluate good design?

From following items judge the design: 1. whether solve the problem in an new way;2. whether has a reasonable usage; 3. Whether has human being design ;4. whether iconic design.

What is the value of good design? Why should everyone invest in good design?

Good design makes people has better relationship with others and society.

What would you design and who would you design for if you had the time?

Probably design for kids.

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

No,Just believe I can. I am still searching for the way of success on design.

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

Leonardo da Vinci.

What are your favorite designs by other designers, why do you like them?

My favorite design is Yoshino Nursery School and Kindergarten design by Tezuka Architects. Check it out: Endless ellipse roof with soft rubber, half open-ended class room and underfloor heating system, I think each of function details thinking makes children enjoyable and comfortable. That’s why I like it.

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

Nop. I would say it’s the next one.

How could people improve themselves to be better designers, what did you do?

If so, I will concern about social-culture and learn philosophy.

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

Never think about that. It’s very difficult to answer Hypothesis question.

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

Design is the process of produce order from chaos. design is the tools and method of make the bridge between society, tech and people. For me, design is not a job but the way of how I existence.

Who helped you to reach these heights, who was your biggest supporter?

I don’t think how great of me ,seems like “the written interview “Inspired me that I have to move faster and smarter to approach my goal.

What helped you to become a great designer?

I still need growth on design. Design is the ability of integration.

What were the obstacles you faced before becoming a design master?

I am not a design master yet.

How do you think designers should present their work?

Show the real color without any deco element.

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

Have no Idea at the moment.

What's your ultimate goal as a designer?

To become a designer like Leonardo da Vinci always been my goal.

What people expect from an esteemed designer such as yourself?

I will try to becoming an esteemed designer at next thirty years.

How does design help create a better society?

I only agree green design and sustainable design which probably helps to create a better society. Most of designs and technologies are destroying our society right now.

What are you currently working on that you are especially excited about?

Not really. I will try to working on some good stuff for kids for next few years .

What would you like to see changed in design industry in the coming years?

New generation productivity tools such as HoloLens in real-world scenarios (Mixed -hybrid reality technology).

Where do you think the design field is headed next?

How to keep emotion and mood healthy.

How long does it take you to finalize a design project?

Depends on what kind of project you are working on; it may take me over 5 months to lock down a cell-phone ID. But I probably only need 1 week to develop a Bluetooth speaker industrial design. It might me 2 weeks to finalize it.

When you have a new design project, where do you start?

Start with understanding of the nature and root of the requirement.

What is your life motto as a designer?

“All objectivity is subjective and all opinions are biased.” quotes from Hans-Georg Gadamer.

Do you think design sets the trends or trends set the designs?

They influence each other.

What is the role of technology when you design?

Design is the ability of integration. Technology is a part of design element.

What kind of design software and equipment do you use in your work?

Pro-E, Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator, Key shot.

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

Basic element of design.

What do you wish people to ask about your design?

I hope people asked me where I can buy it.

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

Appreciate and enjoy.

Who is your ideal design partner? Do you believe in co-design?

I do believe in co-design, but it’s hard to find the right person to work with.

Which books you read had the most effect on your design?

If so, then “ A History of Western Philosophy” I-Ching, I’m still reading many other books.

How did you develop your skills as a master designer?

Thinking like a master designer.

Irrelative of time and space, who you would want to meet, talk and discuss with?

Leonardo da Vinci, Plato, Socrates, Aristotle, Lao-tzu and Fuxi.

How do you feel about all the awards and recognition you had, is it hard to be famous?

Very peacefully.

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

Black white and Blue, Space or dominant position, I do like Italian pizza a lot, thin and Crispy. I like winter. I like Feeling of weightlessness.

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

That is a tough question, I can only tell that I keep searching and thinking do not make myself behind of the time, and at the same time, I keep to looking back the history of the design and philosophy, try to understand the relationship of the social with human being and myself how exist. i am still growing up as a designer.

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

No, when I was a child, I always dreamed myself Suspended in the air and fly free.

Designer Interview

39 questions

I learned industrial design in Hunan University of Technology 9 years ago. Becoming a designer like Leonardo da Vinci is my goal, and that’s why I named myself “Vinci”.

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 learned industrial design in Hunan University of Technology 9 years ago. Becoming a designer like Leonardo da Vinci is my goal, and that’s why I named myself “Vinci”.

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

Royole Corporation is based in Shenzhen China. We are a Hi-tech company which has the ability to product flexible-display screen. We had developed many products based on our own flexible display and flexible sensor tech.

What is "design" for you?

Design is the process of produce order from chaos. design is the tools and method of make the bridge between society, tech and people. For me, design is not a job but the way of how I existence.

What kinds of works do you like designing most?

I like different projects. Any non-duplicated work is OK for me.

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

I am always trying to make my next design as my most favorite one.

What was the first thing you designed for a company?

An electric soap dispenser- Penguin Bionic Design.

What is your favorite material / platform / technology?

I don’t have a preference before, but now, I would say that anything that is traditional, such as handmade craft.

When do you feel the most creative?

In the morning.

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

The usage, function and how it works.

What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?

I have different emotions at different stage of design. In one words, curiosity, expectation and passion are the main emotions all the time. I am deeply in strangle when time runs out but the work not going well.

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

If the product succeeds on the market, I feel very happy.

What makes a design successful?

A successful design is a design that can solve problems in a smart way.

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

Easy to use and environment friendly.

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

Designer is the maker of social rules, indirectly and directly. Designer has the responsibility to use sustainable materials, promote reduce waste and protect environment.

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

I think design is driven by social culture. It develops on the basis of contemporary philosophical theory. In the foreseeable future, rational philosophical thinking will still be the mainstream thinking of the society, and the future of society and design will be rational.

When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?

No, that might be happen thirty years later.

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

My creativity comes as I can always empty my mind and leave experience away when I start a new project.

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 don’t have my personal design style because I don’t have deep systematic thinking about the design style from the history. In terms of current design style in the world, I don’t like hi-tech.

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 Shenzhen, China, a modern immigrant city. I think Shenzhen has the best environment in the world for a designer to grow and develop. Shenzhen has No.1 production capacity, consumer market and forward thinking.

How do you work with companies?

I am a contract worker.

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

Find the people who has high field of vision is most significance. Make the designer have opportunities to involve in strategic decisions.

Can you talk a little about your design process?

I take a plenty of time to understand what the key point is; I will hand making demo when I start drawing the rough idea. Once I had basic demo on my hand, I will shape the details in 3D in an easy and fast way.

What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?

My favorite design is sliding door that saved space and also make me very easy to close and open it, it saved time and physical strength as well, Other else, there are too many object need to be redesigned for me, e.g. a tools for open coconut, an umbrella i never lost, a smart shower that can free my hand, a private smart emotion and mood care assistant that only services for me.

Can you describe a day in your life?

It has been very busy when i work on Flexipai project, sometimes i have to work with supplier make sample at white day and make design details at night after back home.

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

Just Keep Moving. Concern about social cultural changes. Concern about the how people influenced by tech.

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

Designer has the opportunity to understand the original word deeply.

What is your "golden rule" in design?

No words, Make the product speak itself.

What skills are most important for a designer?

Curiosity.

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

Many of 2d&3D software like illustrator and ProE.

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

Normally, I take over 50% of time to understand the requirements and make clear the path of problem solving. That will make the whole work faster.

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

It depends on what kind of project I am working on; it may take me over 5 months to lock down a cell-phone ID. But I probably only need 1 week to develop a Bluetooth speaker industrial design.

What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?

What do you design?

What was your most important job experience?

I once worked for an European design agency to develop headphone for Logitech UE. At that time, as a junior designer, I learned a lot from the company founder who is a RCA background designer. He influences me a lot on design.

Who are some of your clients?

I serves for company, I had designed some products for Anker TCL Alcatel and Logitech.

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

I am not really good at team work sometimes; I prefer to work with small team that can make great things together.

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

For the long-term plan, I am not sure yet, maybe make my own business, launch cool product for kids or start up a simple lifestyle brand with health related.

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

I probably will build up team to work on my own product for future, but not now.

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

No. Not now.

How can people contact you?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinci-yuan

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