Mathias De Ferm (1985) is a product and furniture designer from Antwerp, Belgium. Collaborating with renowned international brands, his work includes furniture, products, lighting and micro-architecture.
Vision
Mathias is a designer who strives for the essence of form and function. Every design begins with a fundamental question: what is the true meaning of an object? With a strong focus on ergonomics, material selection, and production techniques, he creates minimalistic and durable designs that are both aesthetically refined and functionally optimized.
Sustainability is at the core of his work, shaping his vision of ecological design. By developing extensive product and furniture series, Mathias has refined a holistic design approach. Each collection is thoughtfully crafted, featuring a distinct signature where craftsmanship and innovation come together.
Background
Mathias studied product development at AP Antwerpen and furniture design at Thomas More Mechelen. Eager to learn more about materials and techniques, he earned additional degrees in metalwork and carpentry.
In 2010, he started working as an independent designer for a variety of clients: furniture collections, innovative barbecues, custom-made outdoor buildings, cook- and tableware… Several of these projects were awarded at leading design competitions. In addition, Mathias designed a number of residential and commercial interiors.
A full resume can be found on his LinkedIn profile.
Awards
Special Mention Product Design German Design Awards
Central
2023
Winner Best of Belgium
Balthazar Awards
Ton sur Tooon
2021
Winner Product Design
German Design Awards
Sito
2019
Special Mention Product Design
German Design Awards
Desco
Special Mention Product Design German Design Awards
Wire
Winner Furniture Design
Good Design Awards
Wire
2017
Special Mention Product Design
German Design Awards
Marguerite
Special Mention Product Design
German Design Awards
Traverse
Winner Record Products
Architectural Record
Traverse
2016
Winner Product Design
iF Design Awards
Marguerite
Honorable Mention Product Design
Red Dot Awards
Collins
Winner Best of Belgium
Balthazar Awards
Marguerite
2015
Winner Furniture Design
Red Dot Awards
Marguerite
Runner-up Jury Prize
Woodstock Design Contest
Hearth
2012
Audience Award
Woodstock Design Contest
Hearth
Finalist Salão Design Competition
Chair No. 85
Honorable Mention
Green Dot Awards
Hearth
2011