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

His work is characterized by a strong belief in the social relevance of design. A dining table, for instance, is not limited to its practical qualities. It forms the social centerpiece of a home: a place where people gather to eat, drink and talk with each other. This idea led to a serene yet warmhearted aesthetic and the frequent use of durable materials.

By creating extensive product and furniture series, Mathias developed a holistic design approach. Each collection has a well thought out function that results in a singular design personality.

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