We, as the Designer Interviews ("DI") had the distinct pleasure and opportunity to interview award-winning, most creative and innovative Colin Strydom ("CS").
Colin Strydom is an award-winning designer that helps make the World a better place with their original and innovative creations and advanced design works.
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Designer Interview of Colin Strydom:
DI: 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?
CS : Born and raised with art and lego.
DI: Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
CS : small design studio in a rural part of Australia
DI: What is "design" for you?
CS : Creating 'experience' for all users
DI: What kinds of works do you like designing most?
CS : unique public structures / spaces
DI: What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
CS : Lego. Timeless, functional, Modular and can create amazing beautiful structures
DI: What was the first thing you designed for a company?
CS : A small extension to a house
DI: What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
CS : Natural elements, zink, perforated metal, translucent sheeting, timber
DI: When do you feel the most creative?
CS : the day before a create deadline
DI: Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
CS : layout and functionality
DI: What kind of emotions do you feel when you design?
CS : scared, excited, humble
DI: What makes a design successful?
CS : well thought through. fit for purpose and site
DI: When judging a design as good or bad, which aspects do you consider first?
CS : functionality
DI: From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
CS : form our lifestyle
DI: How do you think the "design field" is evolving? What is the future of design?
CS : human experience are making a comeback. so, bespoke spaces
DI: When was your last exhibition and where was it? And when do you want to hold your next exhibition?
CS : never before
DI: Where does the design inspiration for your works come from? How do you feed your creativity? What are your sources of inspirations?
CS : travelling. observing others and other projects
DI: 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?
CS : design are formed from the influence of the site and past history
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?
CS : rural autralia. rich country with first world problems
DI: How do you work with companies?
CS : collaborative
DI: What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
CS : good relationship. someone that can takes lead, but also listen
DI: Can you talk a little about your design process?
CS : site visit, research history, look for existing inspiration
DI: What are 5 of your favorite design items at home?
CS : obscure camera, 1960's recline chair, handmade table
DI: Can you describe a day in your life?
CS : sleep, work, family
DI: Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
CS : create experience. listen to the site. observe others
DI: From your perspective, what would you say are some positives and negatives of being a designer?
CS : ability to be creative and push boundaries
DI: What is your "golden rule" in design?
CS : collaborative
DI: Which tools do you use during design? What is inside your toolbox? Such as software, application, hardware, books, sources of inspiration etc.?
CS : hand sketches, 3d fly through software
DI: Designing can sometimes be a really time consuming task, how do you manage your time?
CS : set goals
DI: How long does it take to design an object from beginning to end?
CS : until an hour before deadline
DI: What is the most frequently asked question to you, as a designer?
CS : do you just drink coffees and talk?
DI: What was your most important job experience?
CS : leading and following
DI: Who are some of your clients?
CS : everybody. councils, commercial, individuals, old, young
DI: What type of design work do you enjoy the most and why?
CS : ones with good clients
DI: What are your future plans? What is next for you?
CS : building the business
DI: Do you have any works-in-progress being designed that you would like to talk about?
CS : new cemetery that would function as a park and community space
DI: How can people contact you?
CS : email, websitedesign@designaa.com.au