Yu-Ting Chen

Specialized in Interior Design.

Yu-Ting Chen

About Yu-Ting Chen

Downshifting (lifestyle) also known as Simple living is what MUYU Design are Designed For. MUYU Design hope to use this method to customize the needs of each user, and at the same time use material textures and spatial proportions to allow customers to imagine the picture of living in it. By transforming complexity into simplicity and insisting on showing the original appearance of materials, let the occupants can downshifting to a simplified life.

  • Winner of the A' Design Award.
  • Specialized in Interior Design.
  • Original Design.
  • Creative, Diligent and Innovative.
  • All Designs
  • Interior
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Interview with Yu-Ting Chen

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 graduated from Tainan University of Technology, Taiwan. I have been interested in drawing since I was a child. When I was studying, I met a teacher who was engaged in interior design. At that time, I felt that good design can make a huge difference in life. I decided to become an interior designer.
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
MuYu Interior Design Co., Ltd. was established in 2019. Downshifting (lifestyle), also known as simple living, is what we design for. In order to integrate the customer's imagination of the future into the design, we hope to simplify what they want through design, advocate the use of natural materials for construction, and let people's body and mind stay and rest in this space.
What is "design" for you?
For me, design is an integral part of listening, observing and integrating. It is the result of a series of dismantling, reorganization and simplification.
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
Commercial space design can be more bold and unconstrained in conception. This is the type of design I want to do.
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
Furniture design is my favorite. In addition to providing functional needs, it can also add artistry to the space.
What was the first thing you designed for a company?
It is a Zen space that sells Buddhist cultural relics, and it is a complex space integrating sales, coffee shop and meditation.
What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
Wood and metal are my preferred materials. It can add a gritty yet warm vibe.
When do you feel the most creative?
In the process of discussing with customers, it is easier to stimulate creativity through the resonance of recognition.
Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
We pay more attention to the design that meets the needs of users and can bring good changes to their lives, rather than designing for form.
What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
For most of the designs, I will let go of my emotions first, without prejudice. Without emotions, you are open to more thoughts.
What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
I will be very grateful when the design is realized. The completion of a design requires the cooperation and dedication of the team, which is something to be grateful for.
When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
Design is neither good nor bad. Applicable and non-applicable only. A good design can meet the needs, make users satisfied and relieved, and improve convenience.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Designers use their professionalism and aesthetic awareness to enhance the public's design awareness, arouse the public's awareness from daily life to public places, and bring better convenience or services through design changes. This is a more important thing for the social environment.
How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
Virtual reality is rapidly changing the entire design environment. Future designs should be simpler.
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
September 16, 2022, iF Taipei Design Salon,Taiwan,.Looking forward to winning again in the next 3-5 years.
Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
In the process of discussing with customers, get inspiration from their imagination of life.
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?
Natural, warm and organic style is the design concept we want to present. Predominantly natural materials are used to relieve the stress of modern life.
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 Taiwan. 「Feng Shui」 is a unique custom in Asia, which has certain restrictions on design, and needs to meet the needs of customers through good design integration.
How do you work with companies?
Through communication, convey the design concept. Cooperate through running-in and coordination.
What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
Only companies that agree with the designer's ideas rather than interests can resonate with the designer.
Can you talk a little about your design process?
Usually I am used to draw the concept on the sketchbook first, then repeatedly disassemble the combined space, and then draw the material and color. Sometimes a 3D simulated scene is used to complete the case.
Can you describe a day in your life?
Meditate in the morning and take a walk in the garden after get off work to feel the sunshine and breeze.
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
Try the possibility of any material, break through the original framework, and maintain the design value without reducing the price.
From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?
Positive aspects: You can get in touch with various industries in various ways and expand your life. Cons: The design often doesn't fit the budget, which is a dilemma.
What skills are most important for a designer?
In addition to the necessary sense of beauty, the designer is also a discoverer. He must discover more beauty and explore more possibilities for customers.
Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
In the stage of design thinking, the time is not limited and can be adjusted according to inspiration. In the drawing stage, it is necessary to arrange and adjust the design progress according to the time progress of the case.
How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
It is difficult to define when design work is complete. Every project is unique and design times vary.
What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
Where do you get your inspiration from? If the budget is insufficient, how to strike a balance with the design concept?
What was your most important job experience?
The EASE INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD team learned to design from the perspective of caring for the land and treating the environment well
What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?
Conceptual Design. This design phase is the most free and frameless.
What are your future plans? What is next for you?
In the future, in addition to interior design, I hope to expand to furniture design.
Do you have any works-in-progress being designed that you would like to talk about?
At present, a 50-year-old house is being transformed into a compound space for art, culture and folk customs. The original building structure was damaged in many places, how to repair it is the focus of this case planning.

Designer of the Day Interview with Yu-Ting Chen

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
It has been 23 years since entering the interior design industry in 1999. In 2019, MU.YU.Interior Design Co,Ltd was established, mainly engaged in the design of private residences and commercial spaces.
How did you become a designer?
I liked painting since I was a child, and studied advertising design in high school. At that time, a female teacher was engaged in interior design. I thought it would be cool to be able to actually complete the design concept, so interior design became the goal I started to pursue. The completion of each design case and the satisfaction of customers are the cornerstones for me, and I will move forward step by step more steadily. I always firmly believe that interior design is my lifelong path.
What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?
We pay more attention to the design that meets the needs of users and can bring good changes to their lives, rather than designing for form. When designing, I am used to draw the concept in a sketchbook first, and use computer-aided rendering models after the planning and design are finalized. Natural, warm and organic style is the design concept we want to present. Mainly use natural materials to relieve the pressure of modern life.
Which emotions do you feel when designing?
The design process is a fusion of emotions. From the expectation of the design concept, the calm or irritability in the construction drawing stage to the inspire when the final project is completed. This is a necessary process of design, and every experience will be converted into motivation to improve oneself.
What is your growth path? What are your future plans? What is your dream design project?
My future will continue to improve in interior design, and I dream of designing exclusive furniture for interior spaces.
How do you keep up with latest design trends? To what extent do design trends matter?
I often read design articles to understand design trends. But not follow blindly. My design will take the customer's needs as the main goal.
How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?
It can meet the needs and make users satisfied, feel at ease and improve convenience, which is a good design.
What is your biggest design work?
Sunmoon Tea Shop is my most special work so far. These loess bricks have a history of 70 years and are also the main building materials preserved in this case. I hope that in the future there will be more traditional craftsmanship and materials preserved through design.
Who is your favourite designer?
Kengo Kuma, his works feel lighter but more shock-resistant, and integrate nature and natural building materials, full of Japanese aesthetics.
Would you tell us more about your work culture and business philosophy?
A good working partner needs to have a common design philosophy and empathy.
What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?
I once went to remote villages to build book houses for children of aboriginal tribes, providing them with more opportunities to read. This small help can bring about positive changes for them. In the future, I hope to participate in activities that benefit rural tribes.
What positive experiences you had when you attend the A’ Design Award?
Participating in the A' Design International Award is a good experience for designers. They can learn about different design concepts in international cultures and learn to express their own design ideas.

Extended Interview with Yu-Ting Chen

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
I graduated from Tainan University of Technology, Taiwan.It has been 23 years since entering the interior design industry in 1999. In 2019, MU.YU.Interior Design Co,Ltd was established, mainly engaged in the design of private residences and commercial spaces.
How did you become a designer?
I liked painting since I was a child, and studied advertising design in high school. At that time, a female teacher was engaged in interior design. I thought it would be cool to be able to actually complete the design concept, so interior design became the goal I started to pursue. The completion of each design case and the satisfaction of customers are the cornerstones for me, and I will move forward step by step more steadily. I always firmly believe that interior design is my lifelong path.
What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?
A good design can meet the needs, make users satisfied and relieved, and improve convenience.
How do you decide if your design is ready?
Kengo Kuma, his works feel lighter but more shock-resistant, and integrate nature and natural building materials, full of Japanese aesthetics.
Who is your favourite designer?
Sunmoon Tea Shop is my most special work so far. These loess bricks have a history of 70 years and are also the main building materials preserved in this case. I hope that in the future there will be more traditional craftsmanship and materials preserved through design.
What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?
For me, design is an integral part of listening, observing and integrating. It is the result of a series of dismantling, reorganization and simplification.

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