Dimitrije Davidovic

About Dimitrije Davidovic

Dimitrije Davidovic is a designer from Serbia. He graduated at Art School in Nish, after which went to study at Belgrade Polytechnic on industrial design section. Dimitrije finds inspiration in the nature. He has a sophisticated design. He works for people, not for things. His design is creative and controversial. Dimitrije expresses his creativity through the design of industrial products and interiors. He also works with painting, drawing and doing as well as photography. In his free time, he is practicing water polo. He is studying martial arts as well as training them. It deals with organizing events, consulting and marketing. He occasionally holds lectures on design in Art school.

Winner of the A' Design Award.
Specialized in Design.
Original Design.
Creative, Diligent and Innovative.

Interview with Dimitrije Davidovic

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?

I come from an artistic family, most family members are engaged in art and design. I attended the Art School in Nis, the direction for interior and industrial design. After that I enter the Belgrade Polytechnic and the direction of product design. No, and now, at the moment I don’t know what I want to be.

What kinds of works do you like designing most?

I like to design everything that can make peoples life better and easier.

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

My favorite design is Eclipse lamp. Its simple, modern and sculptural. Inspiration is eclipse of Sun. That lamp is full of energy.

When do you feel the most creative?

I like night. Night is miracle. And I am most creative when I dream.

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

I try to focus on all aspect. But on aesthetics and functionality most.

What makes a design successful?

Good idea at first and than how long You work on idea to become design.

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

When you look at a man, you first see whether he is beautiful or not. It's so in the design.

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

It is a great responsibility to society. You make a man happy. He begins the day with you. He uses your design to be happy.

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

The future of design is in no design. When art reached its peak, it became not art.

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

All my inspiration is in nature. Nature itself is an inspiration for all.

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?

My main call is nature. I take what nature gives me and I turn it into design with stylization.

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 Serbia. That Serbia and the environment have a big influence on my creation. It's my country full of nature and good people.

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

Companies should respect designers. One conversation with the designer will tell them everything about him.

Can you talk a little about your design process?

I'm starting to draw sketches. I'm switching to 3D modeling. After that, I make models, prototype and eventually finished product.

Can you describe a day in your life?

I get up early in the morning. I'm going to train. After that I sit and work, I design. I'm sleeping. And so on.

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

Every design is like a child. You are proud of him, but you are always trying to fix it.

How can people contact you?

People can contact me on my website: https://dimitrije.design or my instagram page https://www.instagram.com/dizzajners/ or my email: dimitrije.durlan@gmail.com

Extended Interview with Dimitrije Davidovic

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?

How did you become a designer?

I am inspired by people. I want to create beautiful products that will make life easier for people.

Which emotions do you feel when designing?

I design everything. I would not want to limit myself to anything. I swim through various areas.

What particular aspects of your background shaped you as a designer?

I am not legend. I am a normal human being with a little talent and a lot of work. I would advise them to do a lot for themselves.

What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?

A good design is moving in the head, it comes to the paper, then the digital one creates a really good design. The design that remains in the head is good, but when he sees the light of the day, then he becomes a really good design.

You are truly successful as a designer, what do you suggest to fellow designers, artists and architects?

Why do people invest? To earn, of course. A good design will bring them money. That's why people invest in good design.

Who is your favourite designer?

I designed a lamp. It's a wall lamp with an inspiration in the eclipse of sun. Let the rest of the mystery remain.

Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?

I'd probably be a professional athlete. I've been dealing with professional sports for a long time.