How do you get new ideas?

Today I wondered into furniture designer Khai Liew’s showroom on Magill Road to check out his latest exhibition. Khai was in his forties before he designed his first piece.    I had the place to myself and I sat in his chair called Harvey. It felt like I was on a magic throne, transported to meditative solitude in the quietest place on earth. I was mesmerised by the timeless quality of his work.  Here is a quote from  an interview on ABCs Art Nation:

Simplicity is the key. Simplicity with a multitude of complexities – it looks simple, but it has been thought about. Only by challenging ourselves will we get new ideas. I want to make things that will enrich someone’s life. (Liew)