{"id":23389,"date":"2024-01-30T09:10:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-30T09:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/muse.international\/?p=23389"},"modified":"2024-06-12T05:50:45","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T05:50:45","slug":"interview-with-tao-chen-from-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/muse.international\/index\/interview-with-tao-chen-from-china\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview with Tao Chen from China"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As the CEO and Creative Director, Tao Chen excels in designing offices, boutiques, and showrooms. His approach centers on resolving issues and enhancing the experience for users. Chen is particularly attentive to detail and practicality, constantly seeking innovative ways to evolve in the field of spatial design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

I graduated with a degree in Interior and Furniture Design from Nanjing Forestry University and earned an EMBA certificate in Business Administration. Having dedicated six years of study to design and business management, I held roles at Bulgari Design and Starbucks China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My experience spans various design domains, with particular expertise in office design, boutique stores, and showroom design. I enjoy solving problems and enhancing user experiences with my design techniques. With close attention paid to details and prioritization of functionality, I always seek breakthroughs in creating spaces.<\/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

My interest in interior design began with a love for architecture and spatial arrangements. Growing up, I was constantly drawn to beautiful architecture and spaces. I actively engaged in various design-related courses and practical activities during my early years of academic study, accumulating rich design experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, my artistic skills and attention to detail endowed me with the potential to later excel as an interior designer, a professional who helps clients fulfill their lifestyle needs and aesthetic expectations.<\/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

Our company holds a national second-level decoration qualification for architectural decoration, a third-level general contracting qualification, a second-level mechanical and electrical installation qualification, and a Class B decoration design qualification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located in Shanghai, a hub for international economics, finance, trade, and technological innovation, our company specializes in end-to-end design and construction solutions for commercial spaces, office spaces, chain stores, hotel spaces, and brand restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the CEO and Creative Director of the company, my primary responsibilities include overseeing and leading strategic planning and decision-making, guiding our team in delivering high-quality design solutions to our clients, and supervising the execution process of design projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Design means using an aesthetic perspective to create efficient and comfortable environments and enhance the quality of work and life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q5<\/strong>. What’s your favorite kind of design and why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of architectural design, I prefer the modernist style. It’s simple, clear, and uses basic geometric forms to create spaces without the need for complex decorations or embellishments. Renowned masters of this style include Le Corbusier and I. M. Pei.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winning Entry<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located in the international metropolis of Shanghai, China, this project embodies the client’s position as a global leader in \u2026
(Read more at MUSE Design Awards<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more about this interview<\/a> with Ziyi Zhou from the United States, the Gold Winner of the 2023 MUSE Design Awards.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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