I do not have a design education, one could say that I am self-taught designer, my education is technical, bet my spirit always also strives for art. My design helped me to unite both - art and technologies.
01Could you please tell us a bit about your design background and education?
I do not have a design education, one could say that I am self-taught designer, my education is technical, bet my spirit always also strives for art. My design helped me to unite both - art and technologies.
02What motivates you to design in general, why did you become a designer?
Nature was my biggest inspiration for my artwork, I wanted to save its beauty for centuries.
03Did you choose to become a designer, or you were forced to become one?
It was my own free will to design this work, I believe that one should follow his heart and inspiration at any time.
04What do you design, what type of designs do you wish to design more of?
I like to design unique works with lasting value, to find new paths and challenges.
05What should young designers do to become a design legend like you?
I do not consider a design legend, but my advice would be to never be afraid to express yourself and make your visions a reality, please also keep in mind that every design should have a meaning behind it in my humble opinion.
06What distinguishes between a good designer and a great designer?
Probably good execution, unique idea and will to finish what one has started and never to give up, facing first challenges.
07What makes a good design a really good design, how do you evaluate good design?
Good design should also be with great meaning behind it, paying attention to all details, no matter how small they are.
08What is the value of good design? Why should everyone invest in good design?
Good design lasts for centuries and also stays as a testimony of a current era.
09What is your secret recipe of success in design, what is your secret ingredient?
I focus on details and to make everything high quality, even it takes more time and effort.
10How could people improve themselves to be better designers, what did you do?
I followed my inspiration and did not gave up when I met some difficulties, it took many tries, but it was worth it. You can always improve yourself and your works.
11How do you define design, what is design for you?
Design is a symbiosis of art and technology, it is something that never loses its value.
12What were the obstacles you faced before becoming a design master?
My greatest obstacles were how to execute my idea technologically, this is why I created a special workroom-lab for my experiments.
13How do you think designers should present their work?
Since my project is an artwork, then I think that an art gallery is the best place to exhibit my works.
14What's your next design project, what should we expect from you in future?
I plan to make a full collection of my works and display them for bigger audience.
15What's your ultimate goal as a designer?
My ultimate goal is to create something unique, something that has never been done before, something that will last for centuries.
16What would you like to see changed in design industry in the coming years?
I would like to see that all designs are created with a deeper purpose and meaning.
17Where do you think the design field is headed next?
Hard to say, but definitely somewhere exciting and new.
18How long does it take you to finalize a design project?
It took one and a half year to finish my design.
19What is the role of technology when you design?
Technology pays the greatest role in my design, I could not achieve anything without it, special adaptations and equipment is a must have.
20What kind of design software and equipment do you use in your work?
I use different equipment - some is self made, some is bought, some is rented.
21What is the role of the color, materials and ambient in design?
I think everything of the above pays a great role, I believe that any artwork must be harmonious and unified, paying great attention to every detail. I like to work with noble metals and wood.
22Who is your ideal design partner? Do you believe in co-design?
I believe it is possible to co-design, but it is important that both parties are on the same page and share the same vision. I work alone, so it is hard to say more.
23Irrelative of time and space, who you would want to meet, talk and discuss with?
I would like to meet and discuss with any professional in its field.
24When you were a little child, was it obvious that you would become a great designer?
When I was little, I hope to achieve something and to leave something for next generations, with joy in my heart I can say that I achieved this goal and was not afraid to follow my inspiration.
25What do you think about future; what do you see will happen in thousand years from now?
I do not know, but I hope that future so far will only bring something great for all mankind.
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I do not view myself as I designer, it is not my profession, I wanted to create something valuable and to leave something for next generations, I am an amateur in designing.
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 do not view myself as I designer, it is not my profession, I wanted to create something valuable and to leave something for next generations, I am an amateur in designing.
02Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
I do not have a design company, I created a small company to design my artwork and to buy necessary equipment for it.
03What is "design" for you?
Design is symbiosis of art and technologies.
04What kinds of works do you like designing most?
I like to create unique and harmonious works.
05What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
Favorite designs are these who are harmonious and have a purpose.
06What was the first thing you designed for a company?
This is my first design so far.
07What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
My favorite materials are noble metals and wood.
08When do you feel the most creative?
It is hard to say exact time, I feel most creative when my inspiration arrives, it could be at any time of the day.
09Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
I like to pay attention to details, to make everything perfect.
10What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
I feel satisfied and curious to see how it all works out when the artwork is finished.
11What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
This is the most satisfying feeling to see my design realized.
12What makes a design successful?
Good execution and idea behind it.
13When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
I value tasteful designs which are created with meaning.
14From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Designer must create something valuable of high quality and meaning.
15How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
It depends, there are some designs I truly do not understand, but everyone has rights to express themselves artistically.
16When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
My first and for now last exhibition was in February 2018 – it took place in gallery MUSEUM LV in Riga, Latvia. I plan to make a complete collection and hold my next one as soon as possible.
17Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
My greatest source of inspiration is nature itself and also architecture. I get my inspiration also from travelling.
18How 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?
My style is multilayered, but classical with much attention to details and quality.
19Where 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 like in Riga, Latvia, where we have great architecture, so it is easy to feel inspired.
20Can you talk a little about your design process?
First comes the idea, then I have to find a technological way to make it come true, which involves research and many experiments to achieve the best quality.
21Can you describe a day in your life?
I work as a technical director in company ULTRASTILS ltd.
22Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
I suggest to never fear to find new paths and express their creativity as much as possible.
23Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?
I produced a series of specialized adaptations. Everything was made autonomously by self-bought equipment, finding new paths and new technologies. For this purpose I created a laboratory-workroom for all my experiments.
24Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
I think everyone can find time if they really want it, especially when it comes to art, there are no time limits.
25How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
I took me one and a half year to finish my design.
26What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
People most frequently ask me how it is possible to produce such work, its technical side.
27What are your future plans? What is next for you?
I plan to make a full collection of my works and exhibit them.
28Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?
A' Design Award គឺជាពានរង្វាន់រចនាល្អអន្តរជាតិដែលវាយតម្លៃដោយគណៈកម្មការ។ ចូលរួមក្នុង A' Design Award ដើម្បីទទួលបានឱកាសក្នុងការទទួលស្គាល់ដោយគុណសម្បត្តិ ទទួលបានកិត្តិនាម កិត្តិយស និងការផ្សព្វផ្សាយសម្រាប់ការងាររបស់អ្នក។ ដាក់ស្នាដៃរបស់អ្នកសម្រាប់ A' Design Award ហើយប្រកួតប្រជែងដើម្បីឈ្នះ A' Design Prize ដ៏គោរពរាប់អាន។