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New design briefs are always easier said than done….
New design briefs are always easier said than done. Building your research and thinking outside the box either comes easy or hard (that’s why I have the 4 pillars approach for organisation and client specifics). The secret of taking the research and coming up with a strong concept is best…
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You should enjoy every time you sit at your desk with a blank sheet of paper and a design brief…..
You should enjoy every time you sit at your desk with a blank sheet of paper and a design brief…..Why? There is nothing like that first challenge of a different design sector or design challenge needing a solution. You learn after gaining a number of years/projects that the challenges get…
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How to go from a graduate interior designer to a junior interior designer in 1 conversation…
How to go from a graduate interior designer to a junior interior designer in 1 conversation: 1. Demonstrate real world thinking 2. Show design with consideration for ergonmics 3. Demonstrate building control compliance 4. Highlight an understanding of different design packages, cross reference and typical details to save time 5.…
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Having trouble being creative? Get the basics right first….
Having trouble being creative? Get the basics right first: 1. get yr head out of the plan (once you have the ergonmics, space association, circulation and SQM right) and into a typical elevation2. set standard datum heights:a.skirtingb.dado(if applicable)c.door height, architraved.light fittings (if suspended)e. ceilingf. ceiling levels (if applicable)g. artwork heighth.…
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If you think design is all about being creative….
If you think design is all about being creative you are sadly wrong. Design is:1. management of time2. management of people3. management of client expectations4. management of production5. management of budget6. management of program7. management of contractors abilities8. management of team abilities9. management of team resources10. management of energy11. management…
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What makes a good graduate designer?
What makes a good graduate designer? 1. Sketching 2. CAD 3. Photoshop 4. Revit 5. Material knowledge, colour philosophy and finishes What makes an industry ready graduate design? 1. Ability to value engineer 2. Time management 3. Presentation skills 4. People person 5. Forward thinking 6. Problem solving 7. Construction…
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How to learn from design without falling into plagiarism.
How to learn from design without falling into plagiarism. Original design is hard to do. It is very rare. let me explain: West side story is a revised Romeo and Juliette A Star is Born film has been remade – 1954,1956,1978 and 2018. Otis by JayZ & Kanye West used…
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How do i stand out in an job interview?
How do i stand out in an job interview? I get asked this all the time. The answer is obvious ! Demonstrate your abilities beyond just design and presentation techniques. What does this look like? Any followers of my posts will see that I go on about design being more…
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So, here is a question for you to ask next time you see your university lecturer / course leader:
So, here is a question for you to ask next time you see your university lecturer / course leader: 1. How many of last year’s graduates (%) found employment within:a. 1-3 monthsb. 3-6 monthsc. 6-12 monthsd. still lookinge. freelancing (successfully) Curious to hear what the responses are….. I would love…
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Some of you will be experiencing standing up infront of your peers and presenting for the first time…..
Some of you will be experiencing standing up infront of your peers and presenting for the first time as you start your uni adventure in design, others will have almost 3 years experience. Let me break the bad news – you will always be presenting as a designer which is…
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