Husband-and-wife design duo Elaine Lu and Vincent Lim, Perspective 40 Under 40 winners, are making a name for themselves as Lim + Lu. We talk to them about their creative processes and what it’s like to work as a couple
What inspired you to enter the industry?
Our parents all work in creative industries. Elaine’s parents are artists; my parents are involved in interior design. From an early age, Elaine and I have been exposed to the world of art and design through growing up with creative parents. As a result, having a career in a creative profession came quite naturally to us.
What’s the best thing about being a designer?
We never run out of things to talk about. Being opinionated is a prerequisite – and a professional hazard. Even on a lovely date , the decor of the restaurant or the glazing of the ceramic ware would make its way into our conversation.
Where do you get your inspiration from? Does architect William Lim [Vincent’s father] influence your designs?
Most ideas stem from daily life and everyday objects. We like to offer a new perspective on something seemingly dull and uninteresting: the Frame Table was inspired by bamboo scaffolding found in every corner of Hong Kong. William gives advice and suggestions and does influence our designs from time to time. As for Lim + Lu, we have our own voice, too.
This story is from the September 2017 edition of Perspective.
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