We, as the Designer Interviews ("DI") had the distinct pleasure and opportunity to interview award-winning, most creative and innovative Tay Meng Kiat Nicholas ("TMKN").
Nicholas Tay has been thinking of ways to improve people lives. It is important that everyone take a part in making this world a better place.
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Designer Interview of Tay Meng Kiat Nicholas:
DI: What is "design" for you?
TMKN : A Design is something that could aid our lives in some way but yet it must have a feel of realistic concepts.
DI: What kinds of works do you like designing most?
TMKN : Conceptual Product Designs
DI: What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
TMKN : My Favourite Platform is Solidworks. Easy to use , Fast in creating what i need.
DI: When do you feel the most creative?
TMKN : When People understands my concept and feel there is a value in it.
DI: Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
TMKN : The features of the product
DI: What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
TMKN : Feelings of it being realistic and yet innovative
DI: What kind of emotions do you feel when your designs are realized?
TMKN : A sense of achievement.
DI: When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
TMKN : Feature of the design and whether it is implementable or not.
DI: From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
TMKN : Aiding everyone life but yet green for environment.
DI: How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
TMKN : The future of design is products that understands the humans emotions and needs.
DI: 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?
TMKN : Singapore. It is a international country where i get to see all different types of product that inspires me to create a product that aid the blind spot of daily life that designers lack out on.
DI: Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
TMKN : I am young, just 21 this year and i have two awards. Only thing to say, Its never young or old to invent. GO FOR IT :)
DI: What is your "golden rule" in design?
TMKN : A Golden Rule in Design is it must be able to fulfill all its features but yet aesthetic appealing. This would soothe people eyes.
DI: Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?
TMKN : My Favourite Platform is Solidworks. Easy to use , Fast in creating what i need.
DI: Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
TMKN : Draw Sketches and sketches and sketch when you are not at your workspace.
DI: How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
TMKN : It always depends. When a Concept strikes you, you never know.
DI: What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
TMKN : What are you designing next ? That is the question and i would always laugh.
DI: How can people contact you?
TMKN : Call +65-92278142 Email nicholastaymengkiat@hotmail.com