We had the distinct pleasure to interview award winning designer about their original and creative design work. is an award-winning creative designer, that makes our world a better place with their original works.
("") answered Design Interview ("DI") questions about their award-winning work . Interview questions prepared by Frank Scott.
: I wanted to create a room which is open for everyone at anytime.
: I hope that many people will visit the chapel and find a place where they can pray.
: The first imput was in 2008 and last year in October the building was finished.
: The idea to design a chapel was born during a trip in Umbria/Italy where I visited Assisi, the hometown of Saint Francis.
: First I studied the life of Saint Francis. What was important for him and then I tried to translate this into my design.
: I don't know. For me it was important to create a room where Saint Francis could work.
: I was working with models all the time cause there I could see the proportions best.
: Hmm... I had the chance to visit Assisi. I knew, how the life of Saint Francis look like. This was an important moment.
: I had a professor at University who helped me with technical answers. He is really a great person.
: I served apprenticeship as a joiner at my parents company and at school in Hallstatt. I see architecture from the eyes of a joiner.
: I had clear ideas for all the details of the chapel. Sometimes it was not easy to convince professionals but I always tried to give my best, successfully.
: My friends told me that I should have a try and I thought, why not?
: I made a lot of mistakes, but I always tried to see it positive - so I was able to improve.
