Francesco Meda
A Milanese designer whose work balances architectural clarity, refined materials, and thoughtful construction.
The evolution
From Milan to an internationally recognized design practice, Francesco Meda’s work has evolved through education, experimentation, collaboration, and a lasting focus on material and construction.
1984
ROOTED IN MILAN
Francesco Meda is born in Milan, one of the world’s leading centers for architecture, furniture, and industrial design.
2006
A TECHNICAL FOUNDATION
He graduates from the Istituto Europeo di Design in Milan, beginning a career shaped by technical precision and contemporary Italian design.
2008
A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
He returns to Milan and begins developing independent furniture, art, and industrial-design projects while collaborating with engineer and designer Alberto Meda.
2016
DESIGN RECOGNIZED
Francesco Meda and Alberto Meda receive the prestigious ADI Compasso d’Oro for an innovative acoustic-panel system, recognizing their ability to unite function, technology, and refined design.
PRESENT
DESIGNED FOR ACERKA
Francesco Meda joins Acerka in developing a new generation of furniture defined by architectural clarity, thoughtful materials, and understated Italian elegance.
In Conversation with Francesco Meda
Discover Francesco Meda’s perspective on designing for Acerka, the importance of honest materials, refined simplicity, and how thoughtful processes—from craftsmanship to logistics—can redefine contemporary furniture.
I wanted to work with noble materials while keeping the aesthetic simple, allowing the pieces to enter a home quietly—without shouting.Francesco Meda
Materials in Harmony
Every Acerka piece begins with carefully selected materials chosen not only for their beauty, but for the way they age, reflect light, and invite touch. From natural oak and expressive stone to mouth-blown tinted glass and brushed brass, each surface contributes to a quiet dialogue between craftsmanship and contemporary design.
Explore the CollectionDesigned for Acerka
THE COLLECTION
Every piece reflects Francesco Meda’s commitment to proportion, material honesty, and enduring craftsmanship. Sculptural forms and carefully selected materials come together to create furniture designed for contemporary living.
