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Interview with Eyyup Karayigit

Eyyup Karayigit is a versatile designer who can bring his products to life by combining experience with creativity.

Eyyup Karayigit

Design Legend Interview

9 May 2023

My design background started from my childhood. My interest in design, which began with toys at a young age. Spread to a wide area after I started to design everything that caught my attention by myself. I studied at The University of Georgia. Of course, it has given me a lot.

Because I think that something can always be done better is my biggest motivation

Being a designer is not something to be forced. You must think about every detail and add your soul to your work.

There are no limits to design for me. I can create anything that the human mind can conceive. However, I mostly find myself designing interiors and boats.

The lifestyle of today's youth makes me think. When I look at it, it is unfortunate to see a generation that has become a prisoner of technology, killing their creativity in their spare time. I'm a traditionalist. My advice to every young designer who will be a designer is not to let go of their originality, to take time for themselves and trust themselves.

A good designer does whatever the other person wants. A great designer, on the other hand, turns something that others can't even imagine into reality.

The first look is essential.Research shows that the first 7 seconds determine our opinion of something as good or bad. That's why looks matter. Then originality and quality are the essential elements that make a design good.

The most important source of value of a good design is the need. But if you complete the plan that will meet the demand in a way that will make the other person happy, it will gain much more value. If investors invest in such a design, their brand value increases and they attract attention.

I would like to design for someone with a different style rather than a person's name because these people allow you to push the boundaries in your design, unlike people with a classical style.

It was very important for me to design and manufacture the Mamba 80. The design is finished, now it's time for manufacturing. But the dreams do not end with the designer.

To make designs utterly different from the works in their class as much as possible and create a sense of quality when examined.

Of course, there are designers that I like very much, but the designer should be original. To start, being influenced by design seems like an imitation.

I can give many examples, but after a long time after its completion , it's still very popular. Jorn Utzon,(Sidney Opera) , Maurice Koechlin (Eifel Tower-FRANCE), Tom Wright( Burj Al Arap-Dubai) etc. They can be example of design I like.

I have many designs, but my Mamba 80 project is unique as I enjoyed working and thought it was completely different from other boats in its class.

The secret is that your mind is constantly producing something. I never stopped designing. On the other hand, I follow the agenda closely. I observe people and their changing demands and needs. I usually pay attention to design in this direction.

The answer to this question would still be "DESIGNER" because I immensely love my job.

Design is the presentation of a known object from different perspectives. At the same time, design is the most crucial mirror that reflects the designer's spirit.

First, I don't see myself at the top because there is always something to learn. But of course, I am indebted to getting the support of my family first and then all my friends around me in developing my business.

My perseverance and depth of imagination helped.

The biggest obstacles are people who need to be more open to innovation. But after the designs were finished, these people liked it very much.

The most important thing is understanding what the other person wants and designing according to his wishes. If you do this, how you present your presentation becomes secondary.

We got excellent feedback with Mamba 80. I have a few different boat projects, although not in the same style.

To be a world-renowned designer and have my designs used by the world.

Remarkable designs differ from ordinary classical designs in which the minor details are considered, and the needs of use are met.

Design is the work done specially for people, considering their usage needs and styles. It helps people to feel valuable and gives happiness to its user. In societies where the number of happy people increases, productivity increases. A subtle touch can affect many things.

I do not categorize, but I mainly have boat projects on my agenda.

Mamba 80 for receiving an international award.
Also, when the design I made for my customer is liked, I am happy.

I would like designers to create projects that are unique and repeat each other.

I told you that originality is important. People will always be more attracted to entirely different projects than they've ever seen.

What goes through the mind of the designer is important here.
While a table that looks simple to an outsider takes much time, designing a car may be finished in a much shorter time.

First, I create every detail and then put it on paper. "How could it be better?" I ask myself.

My motto is "Free your inner spirit and leave your mark on life."

Design set trends. Because it is inevitable that a plan that meets its needs, is practical, attracts attention, and becomes a trend.

Today, technology has changed the fields of art and design, as it has entered all areas of our lives. Although some traditional aspects continue in today's designs, technological hardware and software-aided design, a necessity of our age, has come to the fore, and technology-oriented advances have been made. But no matter how advanced the technology is, this business cannot be soulless.

The programs I use are; 3D-max, AutoCAD, and SOLID are the programs I use most often

This trilogy is the most important element that makes up the design. The harmony between colour and material determines the quality of the design.

How did you think of this detail?

I would like to wonder and learn about the journey of coming to life.

Frankly, I don't believe it. Design can contain quality in originality.

Frankly, I don't find it right to share before my design is complete. Of course , I will discus it with my friends later. My family's opinions are important to me . They always support me.

I can't say it's pretty. Designing is not something to be learned from books. But of course, the books you read help you see different experiences and avoid making the mistakes others have made.

I never hesitated to design something new, to create something different. The likes that come later help you gain confidence and express yourself comfortably.

It's hard to say a direct name. A famous person whom everyone watches with admiration and who attracts attention will help my designs reach people. That's why he is a famous person.

Frankly, I still see myself at the beginning of the road when I started this profession and now. Because if I get out of this thought, I will not be able to improve myself. A designer should always have a desire to learn new things. Being famous will always bring the desire to have high expectations from you. More work is required to answer this.

I love the black colour. Because I love the sea, I liked the Maldives very much. I want to prefer fish products as a meal.
Summer is my favourite season. My tablet pc is a must for me.
Lacoste because I like your style as a brand.

A long time ago, I did a design for a client. I made a presentation. He did not accept at first, and we made the design he wanted. But when he started using it, he said he wanted to have the plan I pushed again. Later, when he implemented my design, he gave me the right, and we have been working together for many years. This means the designer considers many things (usability, ergonomics, etc.) while designing.

It has become my routine to be open and constantly think about something. The best thing that motivates me is the excitement that a new idea that comes to my mind creates in me.

It was apparent. I would make completely different, new objects, toys, etc., by using any object's broken or deteriorated parts in my own way. Now I'm thinking, glad I did.

A space age is waiting for us now, where everything is automated, nothing classical is worthless, and technology replaces mastery.

I can explain myself. If something can be better, it must be better. It could be designing, and it could be manufacturing etc. While creating, I am a designer who wants to draw and produce by saying that every detail cannot be better. I am a designer who cannot present a design I do not like to his customers to earn money. First, I must like it, and then my customer will like it.

Designer Interview

9 May 2023

I've been designing things since I was a kid. When I was a teenager, I used to draw constantly. Creating is about curiosity and discovery. When I was a little kid, I was curious and tried everything. The secret here is that your parents support you. My family has never undermined my curiosity and has always supported me. With this confidence, I never stopped producing and inventing. I've been a designer for as long as I can remember. That's why I can say yes to the question, "Do you want to be a designer?"

My design adventure started in the early 2000s with a furniture company I founded and designed. Later, I developed this experience and transferred it to the marine industry, which I am passionate about. In my current design office, I serve a broad spectrum.

Design is the presentation of a known object from different perspectives. At the same time, design is the most important mirror that reflects the designer's spirit.

First, I like to draw designs that can be manufactured, not concept products.
In addition, the designer should not limit himself. As a sea lover, I have been designing boats with greater pleasure lately.

My favourite design is understanding someone else's dream, drawing it, and bringing it alive.

I started with the interior design project. Highly appreciated. After many interior design designs, I started to make my boat designs.

I can't imagine that the designer can have a material because the most important thing about the designer is that she can take the most insignificant detail for someone else and create a magnificent design from it.

I can always be creative when I'm alone with myself. I don't need time to create something; anything I see in nature can trigger my creativity.

I always focus on the finest details and invisible parts. After all, success is in the details.

I usually feel enthusiasm when drawing my designs. I make sure that the products I design to appeal to people's eyes and their souls. This effort has always excited me.

Absolutely I am satisfied.

If the designer's spirit is on the other side, this design is successfuion, the most important details are that it is manufacturable, valuable and sustainable.

First is the appearance. Research shows that the first 7 seconds determine our opinion of something as good or bad. That's why looks matter. Then originality and quality are the most important elements that make a design good.

While designing products that serve the need, the designer should realise designs that follow current developments and are compatible with the technology.
Our world is rapidly polluting, and many products or materials harm the environment. Designing with environmentally friendly and recyclable materials is very important for the future of this world and our children.

Design is doomed to change. It varies according to current conditions, world order, designer's feelings, spirit, generational differences, needs, environment and technological developments. This question, therefore, requires an answer that is too open-ended to be answered with imagination.

|I presented in Marmaris with my Barva 60 model (floating house), which I designed and manufactured myself. This design, which attracted great attention, made me very happy.(2022) I plan to re-promote the first product whose production is finished since I produce the projects I have drawn myself.

Frankly, I don't have a particular choice in this regard. An utterly unrelated object can inspire my design. This is the secret of the designer.

The most distinctive feature I have seen in my style is making completely different designs that do not repeat each other. Unfortunately, designs that are very similar to popular designs are made today. This is the biggest mistake in my opinion. The designs made before are already done and finished. Then something better needs to be done.

I live in Yalova, Turkey. But I can be in different cities due to work. My country has a geopolitical position surrounded by seas on three sides. This helps me to serve the marine industry, which I am passionate about, and to bring my designs to life.

It would be wrong to say anything explicit about it. I evaluate this process according to the design, the project, and the work done.

First, working with an honest, committed designer with a work discipline will make it easier for companies. The most important feature of the designer selected for companies is that he is a designer who will not reduce the company's brand value and will carry the company to higher levels and new target audiences with unique designs.

Usually, when I start developing a product, I am not interested in anything else. I am almost in love with my design, like writing a book or composing a song. Since it is still being determined where and when my inspiration will come, I can always be ready for design work.

Robot vacuum cleaner
Airfryer
Coffee machine
Working table and chair (designed by myself)

I start the day as early as possible. I plan my day and what I need to do by making my work schedule. During these works while doing these things, certain things inspire and motivate me.

The lifestyle of today's youth makes me think. When I look at it, it is unfortunate to see a generation that has become a prisoner of technology, killing their creativity in their spare time. I'm a bit of a traditionalist. My advice to every young designer who will be a designer is not to let go of their originality, to take time for themselves and trust themselves.

Creating and producing something new is a good motivation for me, but the negative side of this job is that you travel as a person who always thinks with a full head before experiencing this.

Designs that are entirely different from the works in their class and that give a feeling of quality when examined.

Creativity, originality and imagination. Revealing an un seen or unconsidered detail.

The programs I use are; 3D-max, AutoCAD, and SOLID are the programs I use most often.

Most of my time is spent thinking about improving my drawings.

What goes through the mind of the designer is essential here. While a TV unit that looks simple to an outsider takes much time, designing a car may be finished in a much shorter time.

What did you think of this detail?

My designs are precious because I take great care of them. But because of my interest in the sea, the Barva 60 project was a unique experience.

In my country, I have many clients working in professional groups, such as politicians, people in business, and senior executives.

I loved designing boats because this industry is fragile. I have been examining world brands' production for years, and this industry should have gone much further.

I do not live with such a plan, but my new design will have something different from the ones in its class.

Different people will not provide efficiency during the design phase of a product. But in the production phase, robustness, usability, etc. It would be more beneficial to work with the team.

Of course, we have a very experienced design team. Working as a team in the design and production phases would be beneficial.

I have new designs in my head all the time. This is already a designer's routine. As Barva Yachts, new structures, such as the Mamba 80 model, will attract attention, for which we have been awarded.

Web:www.barvayachts.com

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Mail: info@barvayachts.com

I would like to point out that design is not just about producing a new product. It is the most beautiful feeling for the designer to be appreciated by people and happily use something bearing your signature.

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