DESIGNER
Shannon
Having graduated with a BA(Hons) in Interior Design from LASALLE College of the Arts, Shannon joined BuildBuilt’s Commercial Team where she conceptualises various designs for retail stores, offices, and many more. Her attention to detail allows her to bring in fresh and innovative spaces with meaningful stories and experiences.
What do you do to relax?
Definitely to sleep in, with scented candles on and all tucked in underneath the blanket! Fun fact; I ever slept for 22 hours straight! HAHAHA. But yes, I do also love to go out and explore new cafes with friends too. Also to jog in the evenings to catch sunsets and play with the dogs at the park. Old Jazz and Blues also hits the right spot for me!
What’s top on your Bucket’s List?
Sky-Diving! The adrenaline rush, the VIEW! Also really want a lion cub for a pet! HAHAHA But ok realistically, I hope that I could be successfull at a very young age, to retire early and spend the rest of my life to travel the world with my loved ones!
What does work mean to you?
Work is definitely an important job we need to go through as an adult now. Not like what we do in school, it is a whole new responsibility that involves working with other people. It is a journey, and a place to learn and grow. All the challenges are motivations to self-improve the passion in our work.
Why do you do what you do?
As an Interior Designer, we help design spaces for people. And the thought of designing the desired spaces that they love, the spaces of their comfort and joy, it really makes me happy!
Where is your next travel destination?
Anywhere please! Especially to the colder areas so I could look cute in oversized coats HAHAHA
If you have unlimited resources, which world problem would you wrestle with?
As simple as it sounds, it's Climate Change. I believe that it is the start to all the other world problems, and we are making it worse by not being mindful of the resources we are taking. It is very heartbreaking to hear news that our beloved nature, both the flora and faunas are getting extinct very soon. And most important, the inequality of food resources that creates poverty. Love the earth guys, love one another, let's go green!
What's a good film/series/book/podcast to recommend?
K-Drama addict here! As of August 2021, I've watched over 100 series now HAHAHA! It's really hard to conclude and pick the best one yet... but I can proudly recommend the classic romcom, Full House (2004). Definitely a must-watch, filled with bubbly romances that's heartwarming and also funny! If you know this drama, you're a legend!
If you could only eat this for the rest of your life- what would it be?
This is the hardest question ever... Din Tai Fung Fried Rice HAHAHAHA
Why is good design important to you ?
As we all know, designs are all subjective. A design becomes a 'good' and successful design when it is loved by the user. There are many ways that we can achieve this, but most important, it's the personal touch. Specifically designed for the user in terms of both functionality and aesthetically. As the space tells a personal story, it creates just the perfect mood and emotions, thus making it very special.
Describe the best experience that comes to mind
I am very grateful for everything that I have right now. Can't really choose a specific moment, but I guess I am truly blessed to be able to graduate with a degree and starting a new chapter here in Singapore with Build Built! P.S. I am from Indonesia, far away from my family, in my early twenties, so I guess it's something to be proud of! HAHAHA