Hello, I’m Mengchu Yao from Taiwan, and I’m presently primarily based in Tokyo, Japan, the place I work as an internet designer at baqemono.inc.
I’m really grateful to have the ability to pursue my design profession in a cross-cultural setting. The life right here permits me to understand small issues and encourages me to remain curious and open minded.
Featured Work
Film × AI mannequin
We created the web site for AI mannequin Inc., an organization that leverages AI fashions and digital personalities to supply digital transformation (DX) providers. The location was created to showcase their AI video technology options.
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This web site design is centered across the idea of “pure and stylish AI-generated visuals”. One of many key challenges was to current numerous dynamic, immersive visible parts and interactions inside a single-page structure. We spent a number of time discovering the correct steadiness between animation and delivering messages, guaranteeing that each movement seems lovely and significant on the similar time
This was additionally time that I sketched the animation for nearly each part myself, working carefully with builders to fine-tune the movement expressions. The method was each difficult and engaging, which is why it was rewarding and important for my development.
Vlag yokohama
We created the official web site for “Vlag yokohama,” a brand new members-only artistic lounge and workspace situated on the highest (forty second) flooring of the THE YOKOHAMA FRONT at Yokohama Station.
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This venture was a uncommon alternative that allowed me to discover and be artistic whereas utilizing the model tips as a basis, in response to the request “to make use of the Yokohama cityscape because the spine of visuals whereas incorporating parts that evoke the sensation of wind and movement.”
One considerate contact was the principle visible on the homepage. It routinely modifications through the time of day: morning, afternoon, and night, which represents Yokohama’s ambiances and provides a refined delight to the looking expertise.
ANGELUX
We created a brand-new company web site for Angelux Co., Ltd., an organization based in 1987 that focuses on magnificence salons and spas operations, with product growth and gross sales in cosmetics.
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This venture started with the consumer’s request to obviously distinguish between the service web site and the company web site, and to place the latter as a recruitment platform that authentically displays the individuals behind the model.
To embody Angelux’s sturdy emphasis on craftsmanship, we featured precise remedy scenes in the principle visible. The general design blends a way of traditional professionalism with a mushy trendy aesthetic, creating a peaceful and reassuring environment. This strategy not solely helps construct belief within the firm but additionally successfully appeals to potential expertise thinking about becoming a member of Angelux.
The visible design included parts paying homage to high-quality cosmetics that conveys the clear magnificence and readability of skincare.
infordio
We redesigned the official web site for Infodio Inc., an organization that focuses on superior applied sciences akin to AI-OCR and Pure Language Processing (NLP), and affords high-speed, automated transcription services and products.
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The unique web site didn’t successfully talk “AI as core”, and sometimes mislead the consumer’s candidates. To resolve the problem, our technique was to emphesize the merchandise. The revamp efficiently provides the true essence of the model and attracts the correct potential skills with clear messaging.
For the visuals, we began from scratch. It was difficult but additionally probably the most enjoyable half. Because the merchandise have been the point of interest of the design, the important thing was to indicate each the authenticity and visible enchantment.
Background
After getting my grasp’s diploma in Info Design, I joined the Tokyo-based digital design studio, baqemono.inc., I’ve had the chance to steer a number of difficult and creatively fulfilling initiatives from the early phases of my profession.
These experiences have formed me tremendously and deepened my ardour for this area. All through this journey, the studio’s founder has remained the designer I love probably the most — a continuing supply of inspiration whose presence jogs my memory to strategy each venture with each respect and enthusiasm.
Design Philosophy
A powerful idea is your north star
I consider each design needs to be constructed upon a transparent and compelling core thought. At any time when I start a venture, I all the time ask myself: “What am I designing for?”
Construction comes first
Earlier than diving into visuals, I be sure that I spend sufficient time on wireframes and the general construction. If the content material and hierarchy aren’t clearly outlined at first, the remainder of the bits and items develop into noises that cloud judgment. A stable framework helps me keep targeted and provides me room to refine the main points.
Hearken to the discomfort in your intestine
At any time when I really feel that one thing’s “not fairly proper”, I all the time know I’d have to return again to take one other look as a result of these refined emotions typically level to one thing vital. I consider that as designers we needs to be trustworthy with ourselves, take a pause to look at, and revise. Every small tweak is a step nearer to your reality.
It’s a must to genuinely adore it
I additionally consider that each designer ought to love his/her personal work so the work will carry its impression. This isn’t nearly aesthetics — it’s about absolutely proudly owning the idea, the main points, and the ultimate consequence.
Teamwork is every thing
No venture is ever accomplished by me alone — it’s all the time the results of a staff effort. I deeply respect each member concerned, and I continuously ask myself: “What can I do to make the collaboration smoother for everybody?”
Instruments and Methods
- Photoshop
- Figma
- After Results
- Eagle
Future objectives
My essential objective for the 12 months is to start out constructing my portfolio web site. I’ve been primarily sharing my work on social media, however as I’ve gained extra hands-on expertise and artistic outputs over time, I noticed that it’s vital to have a devoted area that absolutely displays who I’m as a designer as we speak.
Not too long ago, I began to make some modifications in my each day routine, akin to higher sleeping hours and turning into a morning individual to be extra targeted and productive for my work. My thoughts is clearer, and my physique feels nice, simply as if I’m making ready myself for the subsequent chapter of my artistic journey.
Ultimate Ideas
Giving somebody recommendation is all the time a bit tough for me, however one phrase that has resonated deeply with me all through my journey is: “Go gradual to go quick”. Discovering your individual steadiness between creating and resting whereas persevering with to remain obsessed with life is, to me, crucial factor of all.
Thanks a lot for taking the time to learn this. I hope you loved the works and ideas I’ve shared!
A heartfelt thanks as nicely to Codrops and Manoela for inviting me to be a part of this Designer Highlight. Ever since I stepped into the world of internet design, Codrops has been a continuing supply of inspiration, exhibiting me so many superb works and creators. I’m really honored and grateful to be featured amongst them.
Contact
I’m all the time excited to attach with individuals to share concepts and discover new alternatives collectively.
If something right here speaks to you, be at liberty to achieve out — I’d love to speak extra and listen to your ideas!
I additionally share updates on my newest initiatives now and again on social media, so be at liberty to drop by and say hello 😊
