In a loud room, I am the most silent, but in a quiet room, I become the loudest, which raises a question about my authenticity. This started my interest in how a brand presents itself and is later perceived by people. Branding showed that it is not about loudness in voice, but presence. It showed me what makes design effective as a presentation of oneself and as a form of communication, and I’ve later realized to let my work speak for itself.
Coffee stains are their own kind of art.
You’ll always find me with a cup of coffee in my hand, so I’ve gotten used to the stains it leaves behind. Those small, random marks remind me that not everything has to be perfect to feel right. Some things just work as they are. That’s how I approach my work too, designed with quiet intention, but still open to a bit of imperfection.
Irene Nim 