TOM CHUNG AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PERSONAL DESIGN PROCESS

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Tom Chung builds his design theory through self-initiated projects that emphasize material honesty and production constraints rather than trends. His transition from working at Umbra to independent practice allowed him to develop a clear, concept-driven approach that prioritizes function and clarity over decoration. Working in Toronto's limited design ecosystem, he turned local materials and production techniques into resources that shaped his distinctive design language.