The idea actually comes from the sunflower. I always have an interest in them. They follow the sun during the day rotating their faces to their precious. This project was born from that idea.
01What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?
The idea actually comes from the sunflower. I always have an interest in them. They follow the sun during the day rotating their faces to their precious. This project was born from that idea. The design and the rotating specification of the project integrates with nature from that aspect.
The structure resting on the bearing bases of arch or semi arch character has a reduced impact on the soil,so allows the soil to enjoy rain and breathe in.
Inspired by nature, my design for Field of Flower should have been nature friendly.
02What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?
Inspired by nature, it should have been integrated with nature, which means nature friendly and also on the other hand it should represent the future.
03What are your future plans for this award winning design?
After building it, to live in with my wife.
04How long did it take you to design this particular concept?
The design process took approximately 3 months.
05Why did you design this particular concept? Was this design commissioned or did you decide to pursuit an inspiration?
One day, an inspiration came by and I suddenly started sketching.
06Is your design being produced or used by another company, or do you plan to sell or lease the production rights or do you intent to produce your work yourself?
Field of Flower is not built, yet. I want to sell the project to an investor to be built.
07What made you design this particular type of work?
Just the a silhouette blinked in my mind. I can simply call it Inspiration
08Where there any other designs and/or designers that helped the influence the design of your work?
Actually not
09Who is the target customer for his design?
The customers who have esthetic concerns and want to live in a unique design like that.
10What sets this design apart from other similar or resembling concepts?
The structure resting on the bearing bases of arch or semi arch character has a reduced impact on the soil,so allows the soil to enjoy rain and breathe in.A block composed of four villa units has the chance to enjoy the view panoramically with the mechanism capable of rotating 360 degrees a day.The project gets part of its energy supply from wind roses.Each villa unit might get involved in organic agriculture on its own area in the amidst of various flowers,trees encircled with artificial or real ponds.It is integrated with nature and thereby respectful to nature.
11How did you come up with the name for this design? What does it mean?
Where the design idea was born, namely flower.
12Which design tools did you use when you were working on this project?
First of all my inspiration and my skills, then my hands and a caligraphy pen, after all a 3D modelling software
13What is the most unique aspect of your design?
The structure resting on the bearing bases of arch or semi arch character has a reduced impact on the soil,so allows the soil to enjoy rain and breathe in.A block composed of four villa units has the chance to enjoy the view panoramically with the mechanism capable of rotating 360 degrees a day.The project gets part of its energy supply from wind roses.Each villa unit might get involved in organic agriculture on its own area in the amidst of various flowers,trees encircled with artificial or real ponds.
14Who did you collaborate with for this design? Did you work with people with technical / specialized skills?
I worked with a civil engineer for the static prospect.
15What is the role of technology in this particular design?
If a customer wants, the mechanism is capable of rotating 360 degrees a day. This specification requires a cutting-edge technology.
16What are some of the challenges you faced during the design/realization of your concept?
In the beginning, the design was a little bit different. When we discussed the static and current cost of the building, we realized that we have to make some little changes unless affecting the philosophy of the design. As a result, the semi arch structure was decided.
17How did you decide to submit your design to an international design competition?
I have believed that my design is unique and universal. In addition, I have received possitives feedbacks from the society, my friends and collagues. So I decided that my design deserves an international award.
18What did you learn or how did you improve yourself during the designing of this work?
Following your inspiration leads you to success.
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I started my design career as an architectural draftsman in 1991, and since then I have improved myself by contributing to projects and designs in various architecture and construction offices.
01Could you please tell us a bit about your design background and education?
I started my design career as an architectural draftsman in 1991, and since then I have improved myself by contributing to projects and designs in various architecture and construction offices. I have awards in many fields such as architecture, automobile, furniture and futuristic design category. I graduated from Istanbul Aydin University, Architectural Drafting Program.
I currently have a company called MGD Studio, which deals with creative projects in various fields. It produces versatile designs such as innovative, sustainable and environmentally friendly architectural projects, interiors and furniture.
02What motivates you to design in general, why did you become a designer?
Design is in my soul, the feeling of creating something. There are some abilities and characteristics that the universe has given to people. I believe I also have design talent. Even if I don't do anything, I find myself drawing something with a pen and paper in my hand. Sometimes the shape I see in my dreams, sometimes a texture I see in nature affects me.
03Did you choose to become a designer, or you were forced to become one?
I was chosen to be a designer and I am very happy about it. Creating something is not something that can be forced.
04What do you design, what type of designs do you wish to design more of?
I design architectural structures, futuristic structures and furniture. But I would like to design more architectural structures.
05What should young designers do to become a design legend like you?
They should be interested in art and culture, see and examine the works of great artists related to their field, improve themselves professionally, for example, if they are an architect, they should not leave hand drawing, perspective, photography, as well as technology behind. Must learn 2D or 3D software.
06What distinguishes between a good designer and a great designer?
In my opinion, a great designer is the one who creates timeless designs and will inspire future generations.
07What makes a good design a really good design, how do you evaluate good design?
First of all, being human-centered, sustainable and nature-friendly.
08What is the value of good design? Why should everyone invest in good design?
A good design is unique and valuable for the value it adds to people, brands, places, countries, cities, neighborhoods, etc. For example, you design a building for a city that reflects the history, nature and culture of that city, and that building becomes the symbol of that city or even country. Or you design a logo carrying symbols from the brand's philosophy and the brand's country, and when you see that logo, you understand. I has become the signature of that brand.
09What would you design and who would you design for if you had the time?
I would like to design a futuristic city and spaceships for a new Star Wars movie.
10What is the dream project you haven't yet had time to realize?
I would like to do a colonization project on the moon or mars
11What is your secret recipe of success in design, what is your secret ingredient?
My imagination. “Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.” Albert Einstein
12Who are some other design masters and legends you get inspired from?
Mimar Sinan (Great Architect Sinan), Jacque Fresco.
13What are your favorite designs by other designers, why do you like them?
Santiago Calatrava / Turning Torso Tower building, Sculptural and extraordinary engineering technique. Salk Institute / Louis Kahn, Zaha hadid / Haydar Aliyev Center.
14What is your greatest design, which aspects of that design makes you think it is great?
Field Of Flower villa project. An architectural structure inspired by nature. The structure resting on the bearing bases of arch or semi arch character has a reduced impact on the soil,so allows the soil to enjoy rain and breathe in.
15How could people improve themselves to be better designers, what did you do?
I recommend them to be good observers, to improve themselves professionally and culturally, to constantly participate in art and cultural events (historical places, museums, concerts, etc.), to read books, to listen to music, and to not stay away from nature. On the other hand, I also find it important that they use necessary professional equipments (3D tools, printers, etc.) and follow technological developments. And lastly, and most importantly, I recommend that they have their own style.
16If you hadn't become a designer, what would you have done?
I never thought about it.
17How do you define design, what is design for you?
Everything the eye sees is a design. In fact, that the eye does not see, such as diatom. It is a marvellous design of God.
18Who helped you to reach these heights, who was your biggest supporter?
My biggest supporter is my wife.
19What helped you to become a great designer?
Being objective, supporting and contributing with ideas.
20How do you think designers should present their work?
Designers should present their presentations in the form of billboards and models containing sketches, drawings, 3D perspectives, material and color selections, and support them with 3D animation and VR, which are technological blessings.
21What's your next design project, what should we expect from you in future?
It could be a rock hotel or a floating hotel project.
22What's your ultimate goal as a designer?
To undertake major projects as a brand.
23What people expect from an esteemed designer such as yourself?
Designs that will satisfy their aesthetic perception and make their lives more beautiful and easier.
24How does design help create a better society?
A good design makes the individual happy by supporting people's aesthetic perceptions and psychology. Society also consists of individuals.
25Which design projects gave you the most satisfaction, why?
Neom Project. A project that can be taken as an example for the future. human-centered and nature-friendly
26Where do you think the design field is headed next?
It seems to me that with the introduction of AI, we are moving away from human-centered designs, I hope I am wrong.
27How long does it take you to finalize a design project?
It depends on the project.
28When you have a new design project, where do you start?
I start by imaginary living within the project.
29What is your life motto as a designer?
Never extinguish your inner child.
30Do you think design sets the trends or trends set the designs?
I think design sets trends.
31What is the role of technology when you design?
While designing, I do not use technology much in the first stage, except for internet research. I use technology during the design development phase. 2D, 3D software, AI, 3D printer, VR glasses are my secondary supporting design tools.
32What kind of design software and equipment do you use in your work?
Charcoal and sketch paper, crayons, 2D and 3D programs.
33What is the role of the color, materials and ambient in design?
The effect of colors and materials on human psychology is already known and and scientifically proven. For this reason, its role in designs is important.
34When you see a new great design or product what comes into your mind?
Why couldn’t have I thought of this?!
35Who is your ideal design partner? Do you believe in co-design?
I believe in joint design. After creating the main concept in the design process, I believe that the design can develop through a joint exchange of ideas.
36How did you develop your skills as a master designer?
By working and constantly updating yourself.
37Irrelative of time and space, who you would want to meet, talk and discuss with?
Mimar Sinan, Leonardo da Vinci ve Albert Einstein.
38How do you feel about all the awards and recognition you had, is it hard to be famous?
I enjoy competing with other valuable designers and I am honored to be rewarded for my designs in the end.
39What is your favorite color, place, food, season, thing and brand?
My favorite colors are yellow and blue. In my opinion, the most beautiful city in the world, with its history and nature, is Istanbul, the city where I was born. My favorite food is kebab and Noah’a pudding as dessert. My favorite season is autumn, especially September.
40What makes your day great as a designer, how do you motivate yourself?
Going to the seaside and drawing sketches while watching the sea.
41When you were a little child, was it obvious that you would become a great designer?
I think yes. I used to make model houses from medicine boxes.
42What do you think about future; what do you see will happen in thousand years from now?
In the future, all architectural structures and designs will be simple and consist of very few basic organic materials, and I believe that many of the products we use now will be exhibited only in digital museums.
43Please tell us anything you wish your fans to know about you, your design and anything else?
The sky's the limit when it comes to my designs and I now continue to follow my dreams, creating ground-breaking designs, both domestically and internationally.
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I started my design career as an architectural draftsman in 1991, and since then I have improved myself by contributing to projects and designs in various architecture and construction offices.
01Could 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 started my design career as an architectural draftsman in 1991, and since then I have improved myself by contributing to projects and designs in various architecture and construction offices. I have awards in many fields such as architecture, automobile, furniture and futuristic design category. I graduated from Istanbul Aydin University, Architectural Drafting Program. I currently have a company called MGD Studio, which deals with creative projects in various fields. It produces versatile designs such as innovative, sustainable and environmentally friendly architectural projects, interiors and furniture.
02Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
MGD Studio is a versatile design firm that engages in a variety of creative projects across different domains. MGD Studio creates innovative, sustainable and eco-friendly architectural projects, interior and furniture designs.
03What is "design" for you?
Design is life for me. Even life itself, nature and world are a design. Design is what you and your life makes artistic and peaceful. For me, earth is the most beautiful design.
04What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
Field of Flowers exactly. I find it both peaceful and esthetic.
05What was the first thing you designed for a company?
An exhibition stand design for a cosmetic company
06What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
Stainless metal and corian are my favorite materials
07When do you feel the most creative?
I feel the most creative when I am in a peaceful place located especially in historical peninsula in İstanbul. It can be a cafe around
08Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
Design has to be different and amazing. I focus on those aspects
09What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
Peace, freedom and joy
10What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
I feel, it makes you proud to provide people and world a vestige, a work of art. And also responsibility. The responsibility for developing yourself
11What makes a design successful?
The main thing for a successful design is that it shouldn’t be time-bounded, on contrary it should be beyond time. It has to be appealling in every time zone. The functionality and attractiveness come after.
12When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
Esthetic appealling actually. When I glimpse, I want to be affected. After that, the functionality comes. But I judge a design at first look with its esthetic design
13From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Designer, as an artist, is responsible for leading society and widening their scope. Therefore, he should be beyond time.
14How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
Future design will alter with newly invented materials – light but durable and also environment responsible – and human requirements. In this extinctive world, we have to become more environment friendly. Design value depends on this responsibility. In addition, it is time for science fiction movies come true. Human started to think moving to other planets and maybe even living in water. Design field is affected with these intellectual and material developments.
15Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
Design exists from the very beginning of time. Thus we are born with inspiration, it is inside us. All I do is to look inside me and examine my feelings and peaceful places are the best place to find yourself. Therefore I meet with nature time to time and listen to myself and the inspiration comes.
16How 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?
Actually futuristic. I believe that I come from beyond time.
17Where 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 my home country, Turkey. Absolutely, my country’s cultural heritage affects my designs. I use some of our traditional motifs in my design.
I live in a city decorated with art works of world-wide reputable Architect Sinan – known as Great Sinan. Sinan’s philosophy and methods affect me all the time. I have the chance to examine his works whenever I want. On the other hand, I find it difficult to make people accept extraordinary ideas and designs and also implementing those designs in my country.
18What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
Every designer has his own style. Companies must consider whether their expectations are fulfilled by this designer, his style or not
19Can you talk a little about your design process?
Inspiration comes, sketching starts, function is given, analysis and researches are conducted. Materials are decided. After all, 3D modelling occurs.
20Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
Let your ideas free and be innovative. Discover the world and different cultures. Don’t let your inspiration die.
21From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?
Satisfaction of creating makes your life meaningful.
22What is your "golden rule" in design?
Esthetic concerns
23What skills are most important for a designer?
Being free-minded, imaginative, having esthetic pleasure, living beyond his time
24Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?
Waste paper, pencil - black, red and blue colour, calligraphy pen. As software 3D Max, Autocad and Photoshop.
I listen new age and classical music to feed my muse.
25Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
Analyze, research and sketching require the most of time. I work systematically. If you plan your job, time management is not so difficult.
26How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
It depends on design itself. Sometimes one day, some times one week is necessary
27What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
Where did you graduate from? What is the fountain of your inspiration?
28What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?
I love high-tech and futuristic designs. As I mentioned above, I live beyond time. I respect to classical design but I don’t like it. Innovation and technical progress excite me.
29What are your future plans? What is next for you?
I have a mixed use architectural concept in investment process now. I want to implement it. After I want to run my own design atelier and create other concepts.
30Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?
I design individually
31How can people contact you?
Via e-mail and they can visit my webpage under www.mgd-studio.com
32Any other things you would like to cover that have not been covered in these questions?
I wish there could be a technology that helps our dreams to transfer directly to a software as a drawing. I belive it will be some day, I hope I can see this technolgy.
A' Design Award គឺជាពានរង្វាន់រចនាល្អអន្តរជាតិដែលវាយតម្លៃដោយគណៈកម្មការ។ ចូលរួមក្នុង A' Design Award ដើម្បីទទួលបានឱកាសក្នុងការទទួលស្គាល់ដោយគុណសម្បត្តិ ទទួលបានកិត្តិនាម កិត្តិយស និងការផ្សព្វផ្សាយសម្រាប់ការងាររបស់អ្នក។ ដាក់ស្នាដៃរបស់អ្នកសម្រាប់ A' Design Award ហើយប្រកួតប្រជែងដើម្បីឈ្នះ A' Design Prize ដ៏គោរពរាប់អាន។