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Pong Chee Kuang<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After working as a visualizer cum artist, Pong Chee Kuang ventured off on his own to start a boutique-sized design agency in 2005 to pursue creative freedom that satisfies his vast appetite for design!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winner Interview with the 2023 MUSE Design Awards Winner \u2013 Pong Chee Kuang<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q1. Please give us a brief bio of yourself and your design background.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since I was a kid, I’ve always been drawn to art and design. Growing up in Malaysia, I pursued a major in Art & Design during my college years. After a year of working as a Visualizer cum Artist, I was invited to join a start-up packaging design agency as a pioneer designer. However, I soon realized that I needed more creative freedom to satisfy my appetite for design. That’s when I decided to establish my own boutique-sized design agency in 2005 and I’ve been on an exciting creative journey ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q2. What made you become\/why did you choose to become a designer\/artist?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’ve always been a visual person and my surroundings have always fascinated me. I’m constantly observing and thinking and that’s what sparked my passion for art and design. It’s not just about creating something beautiful, it’s about effectively communicating a message or even solving problems through design. Naturally, I gravitated towards becoming a designer, with the vision to elevate the design scene in my home country, Malaysia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q3. Tell us more about your business\/company, job profile, and what you do.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We run a small and intimate packaging design agency based in Malaysia, a country known for its vibrant multiculturalism. We intentionally keep our team size small because it allows us to focus more precisely and deliver high-quality work for our clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At our agency, we value a hands-on approach. Our creative team is involved in every step of the process, from understanding the client’s brief and conducting research to conceptualization and overseeing print production. We don’t just meet client requirements; we aim to inspire them with the full potential of their products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q4. What does \u201cdesign\u201d mean to you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To me, design is everywhere. From the moment we wake up, we are surrounded by design. However, there’s no such thing as a perfect design. Instead, it’s about creating the best design for the moment, considering the available resources and evolving needs. Design is a combination of elements that come together to serve a purpose within a specific environment. It’s incredibly powerful and plays a crucial role in shaping our culture and society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Winning Entry<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re proud that we\u2019re the successful creative team who helps our client, Etika to develop Wonda Gold & Wonda Premium \u2026 (Read more<\/a> at MUSE Design Awards).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more about this interview<\/a> with Ryan Bennett from the United States, the Silver Winner of the 2023 MUSE Design Awards.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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