{"id":29405,"date":"2024-08-13T09:15:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T09:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/muse.international\/?p=29405"},"modified":"2024-10-17T07:43:59","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T07:43:59","slug":"interview-with-xinyue-geng-designer-of-the-obsidian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/muse.international\/index\/interview-with-xinyue-geng-designer-of-the-obsidian\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview with Xinyue Geng | An Award-Winning Architectural Designer of The Obsidian"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Xinyue Geng is an award-winning architectural designer. And artist with a rich professional journey that spans her design journey in China, the UK, and the US. She is currently an architectural designer in Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates where she plays an important role in realizing landmark projects which earned her global prestige and awards for her groundbreaking designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q1<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hello, I&#8217;m Xinyue Geng, an award-winning architectural designer and artist with experience in mainland China, Taiwan, the UK, and the US. Currently, I work at Kohn Pedersen Fox in New York City, focusing on large-scale international projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My design philosophy is about creating dynamic spaces that foster human connections and evoke emotional experiences. By integrating emerging technologies and prioritizing sustainability, I strive to redefine architectural environments and enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Growing up in diverse cultural environments, I witnessed firsthand how the built environment influenced people&#8217;s interactions and perceptions. This sparked my curiosity to explore the intersection of creativity, innovation, and human connection through design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My decision to become a designer and artist was driven by a desire to contribute positively to the world. I believe that through thoughtful and purposeful design, we can create spaces that inspire, uplift, foster meaningful connections, and enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I am proud to be a part of KPF, a distinguished architectural firm headquartered in New York City, eminent for its global reach and groundbreaking designs. As an architectural designer, I play a key role in shaping the vision and execution of large-scale international projects. Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, I contribute innovative ideas and expertise to create architectural solutions. That captivate aesthetically while championing public rights and equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To me, design embodies the essence of problem-solving through creativity. It involves identifying challenges, understanding user needs, and crafting innovative solutions. Whether it&#8217;s architectural structures, products, interfaces, or identities, design prioritizes functionality, usability, sustainability, and impact beyond aesthetics. It serves as the bridge between imagination and realization, where creativity meets practicality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tingchendesign\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"broken_link external\"><i class=\"icon-instagram\" style=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/tingchendesign.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"broken_link external\"><i class=\"icon-globe-line\" style=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(read more <a href=\"https:\/\/thelondondesignawards.com\/winner-info.php?id=2039\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"external\">here<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><em><a href=\"https:\/\/muse.international\/?p=28433\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Xinyue Geng is an award-winning architectural designer. 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