Dialogue with Li Zhonglin: Continuously Exploring the Infinite Possibilities and Challenges of Space
- byVic

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Li Zhonglin is the founder of Yunyi Interior Design. He established the company in 2000 and has won multiple international design awards. His design philosophy emphasizes "no limits" and constantly explores all possibilities of space. In an interview, he shared his journey into interior design and how he gives soul to spaces. He describes himself with the three words "異, 囈, 詣," emphasizing uniqueness, dreamy elements, and cross-dimensional realms. He looks forward to exploring the unknown through new works and insists on continuous innovation.
"No limits has always been the keyword for me and my colleagues." Li Zhonglin, the founder of Yunyi Interior Design, established the company in 2000 and has won several international design awards, such as the German Red Dot Award and the German ICON Gold Award. The company name "Yunyi" symbolizes the realization of dreams, as "Yun" represents change and "Yi" signifies an ideal living space. Li Zhonglin's design philosophy revolves around having no limits, as he constantly explores all possibilities of space. In an interview, he shared why design is akin to a form of metaphysics and how the concepts of "Difference, Whisper, and Purpose" embody his design philosophy.
Li Zhonglin discussed how he entered interior design, noting that his early experience in engineering drawing allowed him to quickly grasp the fundamentals of spatial design. He expressed gratitude for the trust of his first client, which helped shape his design career.
His understanding of design is "a continuous exploration of all possibilities and impossibilities of space." He draws inspiration from films and embraces a non-traditional design path. Li Zhonglin believes that his designs should guide the emotions of the viewer while fulfilling the functional requirements of the space, and the entire process relies on a deep connection with the client.
When talking about the soul of design, he stated that the soul of the space comes from mutual digging with the client, creating a unique spatial experience through communication. Li Zhonglin describes himself with the words "Difference, Whisper, Purpose," emphasizing the uniqueness, dreaminess, and cross-dimensional realm of his design approach.
This year, his most proud design project is a residential plan inspired by scenes from his favorite movies, harmoniously combining elements of "raw ruggedness" and "avant-garde refinement" to provide the homeowner with an extraordinary experience.
When discussing the secrets to achieving outstanding design, he believes that successful design needs to possess flexibility, allowing it to navigate between the predictable and the unpredictable. Reflecting on the past two years, Li Zhonglin and the Yunyi team have gained a deeper understanding of the importance of returning to their roots and accumulation, hoping that their future works can become the key to opening new dimensions.