Interview with Bywater

We have launched an apparel brand for anglers, which is still rare in Japan. Through fashion items, I would like to help spread the wonderful culture of "fishing" that enriches our lives and make it…

Bywater

Design Legend Interview

20 April 2023

I design apparel and other products, but I have no specific professional training. However, I did attend a technical school for web design.

The family business was a manufacturer of women's shoes, so I designed shoes. Later, I established my own company, designing and selling apparel and leather items.

Forced to.

Apparel, leather items, web, etc.

See things from different perspectives.

A great designer should have great output.

What it means.

I believe that design is necessary as a means to achieve good objectives.

I want to design things that people wear and use in their daily lives.

I can't think of any.

To think of the face of the user.

none in particular.

Apple.Intuitive and beautiful.

The design is based on the image of the user's usage scenario.

Seeing different things from different angles.

I am a designer and entrepreneur.

Design is a means to an end.

Family and Customers.

Seeing things from different angles.

I am not a design master.

As you want.

I would like to design items utilizing traditional Japanese crafts.

Continuing to be a designer.

I don't know.

People from diverse backgrounds share issues and work together to solve them.

Creating products that delight users.

I can't choose.

I hope that the design industry can help create a better world.

Depends on the case.

To envision the user's usage scenario.

Live as one likes.

I believe that technology can help design.

Illustrator,Photoshop

color, materials, and ambient are all important elements in design, and their thoughtful selection and integration can have a significant impact on the overall success of a design.

I would like to know the background behind the creation of this design.

I think co-design works.

Everything I see.

I do not consider myself a master designer.

Son died at age 5.

Glad to hear others appreciate it.

Color: I can not choose.
Place:Home.
Food: I can not choose.
Season:I like the spring time when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.
Thing:No Idea.
Brand:Apple

I was happy when I saw a woman wearing shoes I had designed.

To enjoy life.

My childhood dream was to be a footballer.

People are living happily.

I am glad that you are using something I designed.

Designer Interview

20 April 2023

I loved to make things, so I found myself designing things.

A company that manufactures and sells beautifully designed.

Design is a means to an end.

Things we use in our daily life.

Simple, functional and beautiful design.

Traditional technique.

When I am looking at something

Simplicity.

Exciting.

To envision the user's usage scenario.

Whether it feels good or not.

Sustainability.

I think the required meaning of design is becoming more important.

Undecided.

To see something beautiful.

Simple, functional and beautiful design.

Osaka JapanI think traditional culture has influenced my designs.

I value communication.

A good designer is one who understands your purpose.

Imagine the scene or benefit the user will use the item and start designing. I try to make the design as simple and intuitive as possible.

Moleskine
JOTTER（PARKER）
iPhone
MacBook Pro
AirPods2

Wake,Work,Sleep

Do as you want.

I don't Know.

Imagine the user's usage scenario.

To see things from different perspectives.

Adobe,Paper,Pen.Inspiration is what I've seen so far.

Work hard.

Depends on the subject.

Nothing in particular.

Everything.

I design for my own company.

Everything.

I would like to design items that utilize materials that have never been used before. I have several plans.

Design using traditional Japanese crafts.

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Design Legend Interview

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

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

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

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

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

What distinguishes between a good designer and a great designer?

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

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

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

What is the dream project you haven't yet had time to realize?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What helped you to become a great designer?

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

How do you think designers should present their work?

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

What's your ultimate goal as a designer?

What people expect from an esteemed designer such as yourself?

How does design help create a better society?

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

Which design projects gave you the most satisfaction, why?

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

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

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

What is your life motto as a designer?

What is the role of technology when you design?

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

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

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

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

Which people you interacted had the most influence on your design?

How did you develop your skills as a master designer?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Designer Interview

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?

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

What is "design" for you?

What kinds of works do you like designing most?

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

What is your favorite material / platform / technology?

When do you feel the most creative?

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

What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?

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

What makes a design successful?

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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?

How do you work with companies?

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

Can you talk a little about your design process?

What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?

Can you describe a day in your life?

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

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

What is your "golden rule" in design?

What skills are most important for a designer?

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

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

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

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