Jyri Kermik is a designer and a lecturer. With primary interests in spatial design, furniture and materials, Kermik’s design projects span from mass production to limited series and one-off objects. He has worked with industry and private clients and continues exhibiting and lecturing internationally.

Kermik is also a design historian and has written an award-winning monograph (Luther Factory: Plywood and Furniture, 2004). As part of his role as an academic and his commitment to values of interdisciplinary design, Kermik has evolved a profile in design curriculum development. His contributions to the design education discourse include articles, conference papers and workshops with overseas partners.