Alumnus Wins Prestigious Red Dot Award at Stockholm Design Week

Máté completed both his BSc and MSc degrees in Industrial Product and Design Engineering at our university, and his latest success is attributed to his innovative chair design, which has earned him yet another well-deserved recognition in the field of design.

As the founder of Forms Design, Máté Horváth personally presents the Stretch chair, a unique blend of functionality, aesthetics, and emotional impact. Its form reflects the opposing forces of stability and uncertainty in the modern world, while maintaining a harmonious balance between them. The chair combines traditional woodworking techniques with a seat surface made from recycled PET bottles, making it both sustainable and highly adaptable.

Being selected for the Greenhouse section is a prestigious recognition, as participants are carefully chosen by a professional jury based on strict criteria. Forms Design's presence in this exclusive segment marks another milestone for Hungarian design on the international stage. The Stretch chair debuts here for the first time before a broad audience, opening a new chapter in the brand’s history.

For aspiring designers inspired by Máté’s achievements, we offer exciting opportunities to follow in his footsteps! Our MSc in Industrial Product Design Engineering and MSc in Eco-Design Engineering programs are available for the upcoming September intake. These programs provide cutting-edge knowledge and practical experience to help students excel in the ever-evolving world of design and engineering.

Source of photos: Embassy of Hungary, Stockholm / Ungerns Ambassad, Stockholm