Designer Interview
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Design runs in our family. Of the 5 of us, one is a painter, one is an industrial designer, one is a structural engineer, and one is an architect. Let’s just say it’s in our DNA.
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?
Design runs in our family. Of the 5 of us, one is a painter, one is an industrial designer, one is a structural engineer, and one is an architect. Let’s just say it’s in our DNA.
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
The firm creates buildings and spaces that are modern, yet enduring – equal parts purpose and sculpture; broadly ranging from lofty barn conversions to Back Bay penthouses, boutique storefronts to mountain-side cabins. The firm approaches each project as a new array of needs and desires out of which to conceive uniquely enhanced environments. Our aim is to turn constraints into possibilities - to work with clients, builders and contexts to realize ideas far beyond anyone’s initial hopes.
What is "design" for you?
Design is the act of creation
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
Anything, every work is an opportunity for innovation and creativity
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
Anything that creates something extraordinary out of something commonplace
What was the first thing you designed for a company?
Tensile structures
When do you feel the most creative?
Always. It's my life
Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
All aspects matter, it is the holistic approach to design that is most powerful
What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
All of them
What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
All of them
When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
Design is subjective. Concept and execution.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
To create/enhance/challenge what is around us
How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
Technology that brings us back to nature
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
AIA / Boston Society of Architects Design Awards, Spring 2018
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?
Modern, geometric, curious
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?
Boston, MA, USA
Can you describe a day in your life?
Work & play, sleep & dream
Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?
Physical model-building, hand drawing, digital camera, tape measure, CAD, Sketch-up
Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
There is no time management
How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
Forever, we are constantly reinventing, even if the project is complete
What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
Can you help me?
Who are some of your clients?
Referrals, repeat clients, friends, family
What are your future plans? What is next for you?
Continue creating
How can people contact you?
email: info@i-kanda.com
