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