Designer Interview
9 questions
I have followed the trends in sustainability for more than 30 years. A cabinet maker at the very beginning of my career, I gained a sound understanding of how to work natural materials.
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 have followed the trends in sustainability for more than 30 years. A cabinet maker at the very beginning of my career, I gained a sound understanding of how to work natural materials. I lead architectural projects with a focus on healthy climates in interior spaces, sustainable design concepts and brand architecture.
Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
InteriorPark. was established 2010.We believe the environment in which we live and work should not just be a beautiful but also a healthy place. Out of this inner conviction we consult architects, design agencies and companies on developing and designing sustainable living spaces – always applying our own high standards on creativity and, whenever possible, applying the “cradle-to-cradle-principle”. Our expertise in environmentally friendly furnishing solutions is thereby absolutely unique in all of Germany.InteriorPark. Consulting combines interior design and responsibility, aesthetics and ecology and function and durability. In short, InteriorPark. Consulting stands for a radically better climate in living spaces.
What is "design" for you?
Everything made has been designed. Designers, manufacturers and users all play a significant part in determining how everything is made, how it looks, and how it works. Design can make our lives run more smoothly, safely and pleasurably, or make things more difficult.
What kinds of works do you like designing most?
Working creatively with existing buildings, adapting and extending them in a contemporary manner to create spaces that meet modern needs is definitely my favorite work.
From your point of view, what are the responsibilities of a designer for society and environment?
Designers and architects will have a key role to play in the development of applications for sustainable design. They have to develop the things that will appeal to us tomorrow, that have a maximum consumer benefit, and that also have something to offer in economic terms. Alongside functionality, aesthetics and economics, the designer today has to look at topics such as sustainable production processes, the eco-balance and life-cycle costs.These problems are generally considered and applied globally. Products have to appeal to consumers world-wide – and function properly! The potential of a good prototype concept includes anticipated energy usage, an absence of noxious contaminants through good material selection, and avoidance of scrap by using a recycling system. The potential savings offered by the designer via his creativity can be huge - in energy savings alone up to 90% can be achieved. Thus the designer‘s job has become more complex, and the future success of his design depends in a similar degree on all of these factors. He is a key link between consumers and manufacturers.
How do you work with companies?
With a network of specialists our experts develop interdisziplinary high value design solutions in architecture, interior and communication. Sustainability is the basis of our work that we consistently and transparent persue.
What are your suggestions to companies for working with a designer? How can companies select a good designer?
Design has gained a lot today in relevance and we are already addicted to it – whether it is product design, fashion design, or architecture. Design is a reflection of society and the spirit of the times. The deciding factor in differentiation for successful companies and their brands is design. Thus innovative industrialists and marketing professionals use design as a tool, and offer their clients a real advance in user benefits.
Could you please share some pearls of wisdom for young designers? What are your suggestions to young, up and coming designers?
The products in development today will need to gain audience approval tomorrow, which is why designers constantly evaluate the direction of future trends. In addition to functionality, aesthetics and economic viability, designers have to consider complex issues such as sustainable production, environmental audits and life-cycle costs in the global market. Smart and successful design relies heavily on projected energy use, toxic emissions resulting from the chosen materials, and waste reduction via integrated recycling processes.
How can people contact you?
Via our website www.consulting.interiorpark.com where you can find all contact details and get a deep insight on our work, projects and approach. And if you have my number just call me.