Interview with Chris Knierim

My design practice is based in Sydney Australia
We design and build residential and commercial projects

Good design for me is the foundation for innovation. It can't just look good it needs to fulfil its objective.

I love designing unique buildings and interiors

The design I am entering. It is a house like no other as many of the components are not available and not only did I design them but I built them too.

An extension in Frankfurt Germany where we designed a lounge room to be added to the side of a building like a lego block.
I then designed the furniture that was custom built to fit the space where it folded etc to change from a lounge to a sofa bed and also a pop up table.

when I speak with clients about their project, my creativity instantly evolves

All aspects

The emotion is created by the client. The story they tell me behind their idea allows my emotions to I feel is when I hear the story from the client for

Euphoric, such a great feeling to see your design come to life.

When it meets the clients brief.

Quality and wether it fulfils its objectives.

The designer should always consider the environment and its effects on society.

Government regulations are adapting to consider the environment, hence regulations placed on designers to meet these regulations is evolving.
The future of design is

Forest Lodge ECO House in Sydney Australia was officially opened by the Lord Mayor of Sydney in January 2014

My inspiration comes from the environment and making sure that each design not only considers the environment but also minimises its carbon footprint.

My design style is boutique. I love being creative in y designs and spending the time to come up with a totally different idea.

I live in Sydney Australia. The Australian cultural heritage is evident in my designs I always try to source local products to help local communities. Living in Australia allows me to design and build all year round as the winter conditions are not so extreme.

I work with communities, government and companies

They must select a designer based on their previous projects

I always provide concept drawings prior to submitting final drawings

My house; dining table; entrance door; staircase; electric fold-up door

Busy from start to finish

Always listen to the client. Keep an open mind and dare to look outside the box.

Positives are meeting people and seeing their expression once the project is completed is the most rewarding part of my designs.
There are no negatives.

Always meet the clients brief

Imagination

I use vector works software

Yes time must be managed otherwise you will not enjoy designing.

It depends on the object and the detail involved.

How did you come up with that idea?

Working in Germany on sustainable buildings

As a builder I consult for Government, Architects and public.

I love designing something that has not been seen before.

I am planing to design another ECO home on a larger scale.

I develop the ideas

Not at this stage

Email: contact@designerconstructions.com

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