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Since my childhood I loved to create things which solve my need. Also, I used to sketch and paint lot. later, I decided to do the graduation in a field where I may continue my passion and learn new design processes and…
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?
Since my childhood I loved to create things which solve my need. Also, I used to sketch and paint lot. later, I decided to do the graduation in a field where I may continue my passion and learn new design processes and I found architecture best. In second year of my graduation I decided to explore the field of designs and polish my skills and I did master in design from IIT Bombay. I always wanted a profession where I can create and design.
What is "design" for you?
When a spider creates its web to live – its perfection is design. Design and Innovation are the faces of a coin. If innovation is need, then design covers all those aspects which keep enhancing the experience and the quality.
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
Nothing specific but love the screen interface (interaction) and product interface (industrial) in the field of technology, high-tech gadgets.
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
There are many. It’s difficult to point out one.
What was the first thing you designed for a company?
I had designed a building automation controller interface.
Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
End User Need, Psychology, Usage , Behavior and Budget.
What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
I feel like it’s my buddy. I care it and it will care all.
What makes a design successful?
Accessible when it is needed most, simple, natural, multifunctional and economical.
When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
Notice/Sense each element that it is good or bad based on the need of its presence supporting design aspects like usage, simplicity, accessibility, aesthetic, affordability, ergonomics and intuitiveness.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Though everything happening around is somehow natural. The designer’s responsibility is to introduce unknown obviousness and keep setting the definition - what is natural.
How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
It may sound philosophical but the 'Design' is evolving since earth/like anything on earth. I believe the 'Realization of Design' field is happening. The more realization is more attention towards future.
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
It was in IIT Bombay design degree show in 2006.
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 Bangalore India. May be the awareness of design in India bit less if compare with countries like US, UK or Japan.
What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?
Cell phone, nail cutter, water bottle, Tablet and clip on for my glasses.
What is your "golden rule" in design?
Observe each possible element and keep simplicity
What skills are most important for a designer?
Listener, Observer
How can people contact you?
Email – abhishekchitranshi@gmail.com Cell# +91-9945045820
