Camille Chung

Specialized in Interior Design.

Camille Chung

About Camille Chung

Devalo Design, founded by Camille Chung, is a design company that specialises not only in interior design but also in delivering enhanced living solutions that prioritise aesthetics. The firm provides integrated functions to create exquisite designs. ensuring that each bespoke projects is unique and tailored specifically to the needs of our clients. Camille Chung, as an interior designer director, has over 16 years’ experiences working in the residence, hospitality, commercial and professional sectors throughout Taiwan, China and Singapore. She collaborates with her team from design to deliverables to ensure the design exceeds client expectations. Her ability to translate a clients brand and vision has resulted in the successful delivery of many mid to large scale projects, working for clients such as the W Hotels, Westin resort and Amari Hotel.

  • 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 Camille Chung

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 was educated in Chung Yuan Christian University in Taiwan, it was top 3 of interior architecture in academic schools in Taiwan. After graduated from school then ever since I have been working in interior design industry. Thanks to my first design firm Mandartrch to having me participating in W hotels Taipei project, I later had the chance to work for one of the most well known design firm The Ga Group, specialized in hospitality design. The head quarter is London, I joined the training program in Budapest office then working in Shanghai office for 3years collaborating with Kuala Lumpur office. There I had the most exciting and diversified experiences to work with all sorts of professionals. Since I was little, I always know I’m interested in arts and music, later choosing to be an interior designer was meeting the joints of living and earning due to our traditionally thinking : art can’t make you live. However it was proven wrong nowadays. Art it is living.I have dreamed about many more things can be done and fulfilled if I’m more than just an interior designer.
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
Devalo Design. It’s meaning from/ of light, the most important element of design. The fundamental of design is to make a better living, just like the light bring to human being, I want to always remember that and also to say Devalo sounding like develop, design is always a process of developing. We don’t need to be afraid of creating something new.
What is "design" for you?
To resolve problems and ease the stress of living. Most importantly to make our lives more beautiful more pleasant.
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
To be honest, design space for kids, that’s maybe surprising but it’s only because that’s where allows you to use all the imagination like a child!
What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
I have many appreciated designs (not by myself). If my own project, I like the sailing ship like bar/ open kitchen counter that I designed for my client. I do think it can be integrated better if we could have integrated induction system directly on the Ceasar stone counter top, I believe Boffi has achieved that concept.
What was the first thing you designed for a company?
The first thing I would say the welcome lobby, which is the soul and showing identity of a company space.
What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
I love stone and wood. They are just naturally beautiful to the eye and touch. I like to design everything that can be integrated, if as simplicities as it can be presenting. I won’t reject technology if that can make the design better, and user friendly.
When do you feel the most creative?
After traveling and visiting exhibitions, you can always find some inspiration out of it.
Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
It will depends on the use of space and clients. I used to focus on function and aesthetic. But ever since I have become a mom I would also care about safety especially for the kids and eldly.
What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
Both excited and anxious, as you might be creating something new and the client may not like it.
What makes a design successful?
The continuous coordination and coherence at work to make sure it meets the level of production that you wished for, you can’t be relaxed until it has been completed.
When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
Does it serve the purpose? It can also just designed to be sitting there as long as it serves its purpose and people appreciate it.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Never overly design and waste resources. Design industry can be seen luxury from the perspective of the consuming time and resources. I truly think as the designer it is important to always consider the life circle and sustainability of a design.
How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
I understand there will be more and more futurism being carried out in design. More AI will be integrated into design from design process to completion. I hope that means sustainability will be taken more seriously along with the evolution of design.
When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
I only have done my first one at graduation work, hope next time at 40 × 40 Design Exhibition.
Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
Every time when I get a project, I always start with my client, get to know them and do some research about the project so to find the inspiration and the story line. Natural elements, architecture, photography, movies, a show, an exhibition all can be part of my inspiring sources.
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?
I don’t think I have developed to any specific style. More toward modern I would say. I want the design can be seen long lasting and not easily feel tired of it. I want people to feel comfortable when be in the space.
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 currently live in Taiwan. The good thing about living in Taiwan is the accessibility to obtain price friendly products from China, but that also can be a downside, as the quality of products can be varied, and sometimes clients would search products by themselves but they don’t understand the consequences of using cheaper products. Even if using European products can be more pricy, I still prefer good quality materials and products.
What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
A good designer would try different layouts before proposing final.
Can you talk a little about your design process?
Do some research first, from imagery to actual case study of projects. A lot of hand skatches would be involve to develop ideas from abstract to functional items.
Can you describe a day in your life?
Morning routine for the kid, then get some exercise before start doing my itinerary for work. Late afternoon to pick up my child to be mommy duty again. Reviewing work before my own bed time, sometimes unwind by a nightcap.
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
Don’t be afraid to try something new or to present your own ideas. Open your eyes and be open minded to embrace the opportunities of learning new things and grow skills. Don’t be afraid of making mistake but learn from it.
What skills are most important for a designer?
Insightful. You can only be a better designer through observation in living.
Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
Being a mom has to be a time keeper master. Set up the routines and valence work and family life, try to finish work during my set-up working hours and be efficient.
How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
It depends on the scale and complex of it. It can be one day and it can be months.
What was your most important job experience?
Working with The Ga Group - Terry MacGinnity, he is admirable from his work, attitude and his personality. he is my model of being a great designer.
Who are some of your clients?
From global medical business, high-tech company to IG influencer all different kind of clients.
What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?
Luxury home and hotel, as the possibility of realizing it is high.
What are your future plans? What is next for you?
make Devalo a well known design brand, create decorative products and living goods, to open showrooms with changeable concept of living.
Do you work as a team, or do you develop your designs yourself?
I do my own design, however I have partnership with 3D, technician and constructional team to work with.

Extended Interview with Camille Chung

Could you please tell us about your experience as a designer, artist, architect or creator?
I was educated in Chung Yuan Christian University in Taiwan, it was top 3 of interior architecture in academic schools in Taiwan. After graduated from school then ever since I have been working in interior design industry. Thanks to my first design firm Mandartrch to having me participating in W hotels Taipei project, I later had the chance to work for one of the most well known design firm The Ga Group, specialized in hospitality design. The head quarter is London, I joined the training program in Budapest office then working in Shanghai office for 3years collaborating with Kuala Lumpur office. There I had the most exciting and diversified experiences to work with all different kinds of professionals.
How did you become a designer?
To resolve problems and ease the stress of living. Most importantly to make our lives more beautiful more pleasant.
What are your priorities, technique and style when designing?
Since I was little, I always know I’m interested in arts and music, later choosing to be an interior designer was meeting the joints of living and earning due to our traditionally thinking : art can’t make you live. However it was proven wrong nowadays. Art it is living.
Which emotions do you feel when designing?
From residential to hospitality. I would like to do more boutique hotels or resorts in the coming future.
What is your growth path? What are your future plans? What is your dream design project?
A good designer can achieve what client wants, a great designer can provide more valuable design than what client's expectation.
What are your advices to designers who are at the beginning of their career?
In my opinion, to make an excellence design, it means transcending people's expectation and providing value to it, in terms of the usage, the popularity, the actual market price, and additional to it, the fame. Some incredible design, people don't see its value at then but over time it could have been through its test and beyond measurement.
You are truly successful as a designer, what do you suggest to fellow designers, artists and architects?
It can be actual money that adding the value to it, the fame, or the timeless test. A good design usually means it has been through dedicated working input and production with quality. It can be increasing value along with time passing, or simply it is long lasting so you won't need to invest more to replace it.
What is your day to day look like?
I would design and create everything for my little kid, anything from he's own imagination.
How do you know if a product or project is well designed? How do you define good design?
I don't have secret method, I guess it's like everyone else, learn from the mistake and remember the good examples or models and to make it better.
How do you decide if your design is ready?
The Ga Group - Terry McGinnity. I have had the honor working with him on W Taipei and W Shanghai. He's methodology and philosophy of design, his working attitude toward people and client, his wisdom are all a living life example, he's a master of design that you can learn and get inspired from. I remember one time the client wants him to produce another version of basin to cost down after whole day 12hours meeting and workshop on site, everyone is tired, he's also tackling jet-lag.., he still patiently draw on sketch paper 1 to 1 and make a immediate solution for the client.
What is your biggest design work?
I have many admirable design gurus in the lists. Except for the well knowns or Terry McGinnity, another example is female interior designer Kelly Wearstler. Her projects and what she creates, the whole brand is a success and an ideal model for what I would presue for sucess.
Who is your favourite designer?
One of my own project, I like the bar/ open kitchen counter that I designed for my client. Ideally it can be designed better if we could have integrated induction heating and controlling system directly on the Ceasar stone counter top, I believe Boffi has achieved that concept.
Would you tell us a bit about your lifestyle and culture?
Be open minded to embrace the opportunities of learning new things and grow skills. Don’t be afraid of making mistake but learn from it. Be insightful. You can only be a better designer through observation in living.
What are your philanthropic contributions to society as a designer, artist and architect?
Design is to resolve problems and ease the stress of living. Most importantly to make our lives more beautiful more pleasant.

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