I just finished my 6-week Digital Drafting for Interior Design class at Los Angeles Mission College. The class was about learning AutoCAD and SketchUp, two programs I have been using for years. I took the class because I want to get the Certificate of Achievement for Digital Interior Design. Since I was already familiar withContinue reading “Digital Drafting Class”
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Life in Images – Occupational Hazzard
After 25 years of working in interior design and architecture, I cannot help finding design in everything I see. I think it is a kind of occupational hazard. I chose to use photographs of flowers that had been in my garden in combination with design sketches to show how nature inspires me.
Design Project ‘Black List’
After two decades of working in the industry, I have learned some projects are just not meant to be. It is important to recognize those potentially problematic projects early. Taking on wrong projects results in misery for all parties involved. Here are some signs when a project is not right for me: Unethical and/or HarmfulContinue reading “Design Project ‘Black List’”
William Morris – Master of Timeless Design
I was working on a graphic design class assignment presenting the life and works of William Morris on a 8-page layout. Through my research, I found William Morris’ nature-inspired designs are still relevant and beautiful. Here is a video I found showing the Red House with interior details. I was working on a graphic designContinue reading “William Morris – Master of Timeless Design”
Design Consideration Checklist
There are so many aspects to consider when designing a space. Budget, timeline, and style are usually determined first to define the scope of work. Here is a (evergrowing) list of topics to review throughout the design process. Location Orientation Climate History Architecture Neighborhood Circulation Codes and Regulations Building Standards Biophilia Circadian Rhythm Energy EfficiencyContinue reading “Design Consideration Checklist”
MICHELLE CHIANG 