KAR CHAN

Interior Architecture

I am deeply passionate and driven by innovation in the field of interior architecture and design, dedicated to crafting immersive spaces that resonate with people's emotions and experiences. My design projects encompass a wide spectrum, ranging from commercial spaces to educational environments and residential dwellings.

In educational projects, my focus centers on child-friendly design, creating spaces that foster learning and growth. Through thoughtful spatial planning, color palettes, material selections, natural elements, and interactive features, I strive to support the physical and mental development of children while creating a comfortable and inspiring environment for educators.

In the realm of commercial design, I have honed my skills in creating functional and aesthetically pleasing workspaces. I am committed to optimizing the fluidity of these areas, enhancing employee efficiency and comfort, all while employing a variety of materials to establish a professional yet creative ambiance.

Within the domain of residential design, I emphasize soft furnishings and décor. By meticulously selecting material textures and patterns for fabrics to accentuate space details, I am dedicated to curating interiors that harmonize with residents' lifestyles and tastes, ensuring that each space tells its unique story.

Across these design projects, my philosophy revolves around the meticulous selection of materials, textures, lighting, and spatial layouts. I firmly believe that the interplay of these elements is paramount in creating captivating atmospheres that resonate with the essence of each space. As I embark on my future endeavors, I will continue to forge environments that are both functional and visually appealing, sparking the senses and elevating the quality of life.

Jungle Restaurant - ImagiQuest Hub

I combine elements of a jungle cabin with urban restaurant design to create an atmosphere where people can experience the feel of a jungle even in the heart of the city. The restaurant features a central meandering river projection, allowing guests to freely traverse the space. This design creates an immersive experience, where both the environment and the activities transport visitors to a different world

Pulpo Grandy - Galicia Restaurant

The restaurant’s design is inspired by Galicia’s coastal atmosphere. The overall theme is centered around the ocean, creating a summery vibe. In the restaurant’s center, four joinery parts evoke the feeling of seaside coconut trees, with white stone and light wood decorations for a soft and tranquil ambiance.

Dino Discovery Sand Pool Museum

To transport visitors to the prehistoric era, the scene includes elements like rocks, sand, and deadwood. Interactive features, such as stone-themed touchscreens and dinosaur bones, enhance the theme. Atmospheric lighting adds mystery to the overall ambiance.

The Little Grove - Doncaster Innovative Early Education Center

Doncaster Innovative Early Education Center breaks away from conventional childcare design by catering to the physical and emotional needs of children of different age groups. This is reflected in the spatial levels, layout, use of colors, materials, and the dimensions of furnishings. The aim is to create spaces that are most comfortable and suitable for children while providing educators with a warm atmosphere within the environment.

Skybound Crafts Workshop

Inspired by the sky, the space uses vibrant colors and playful elements like hot air balloon decor, blue cloud-themed ceilings, and wooden bookshelves with yellow cushions. This design adds fun and creativity to the study area for children.

Acknowledgement of Country

The School of Design and Architecture respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and knowledge-keepers of the lands, waters and sky that surround us, where we work, learn, create, communicate and make place. We recognise that sovereignty has never been ceded and this always was and will always be Wurundjeri Country. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who continue to make a better world through design.

We extend our acknowledgement to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, alumni, real-life clients, and knowledge keepers, who have contributed to our own education diversity and growth. We will continue to ensure that staff and students respectfully honour ancestral connection to Country and Place in everything that they do.

We are dedicated to the notion of design to make a better world and we acknowledge that making tools, shaping place, sharing stories, making meaning, wayfinding and collaborating have long been and continue to be both central and integral to First Peoples' cultures. We recognize that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ cultural contributions have continued relevance to design practice and commit to: reconciling ancestries of design and contemporary practice as well as pursuing culturally and professionally appropriate ways to engage with a diverse population of colleagues, industries and clients. In a time of treaty-making and voice we understand that there are overlaps between caring for Country and the sustainable production of goods, services, experiences, products and buildings.

Guided by the principles of respect, reconciliation, and reciprocity we undertake to indigenising and decolonising design practice by dismantling colonial structures and challenging biases that have marginalised Indigenous voices and design.

As students of SoDA you will be given opportunities to both engage with and educate yourself in Indigenous creative practices and cultural protocols through a lens of inclusivity, diversity, respect, mutual understanding, inter-cultural dialogue in all aspects of design practice. Indigenous people have been telling stories, making tools, and connecting to Country through visual media, placemaking and place marking for more than 60,000 years and these practices are part of an ongoing, evolving and live tradition.