Mattia

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). His work bridges Italian design sensibility and Thai craftsmanship, blending contemporary aesthetics with traditional materials and sustainable production methods.

About

Mattia Bonavolontà is an Italian industrial designer and creative director based in Phuket, Thailand, where he serves as Chief Design Officer of the Furniture Department at M2 Plus (Punyisa Home Co., Ltd.). His work bridges Italian design sensibility and Thai craftsmanship, blending contemporary aesthetics with traditional materials and sustainable production methods.

Graduated in Industrial Design from IED Rome, Mattia began his career in product innovation at Holey, a medical startup in Rome, where he led the design of 3D-scanning devices and oversaw the user interface and experience development. Since relocating to Thailand, he has expanded his practice to include furniture and craft design, education, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Through initiatives such as Suntree Atelier and the Thai Puan Creative Hub, Mattia promotes creative exchange between Europe and Southeast Asia, developing projects that merge design, technology, and heritage. His work has been showcased at events including Craft Bangkok, Jumble Fair Tokyo, and Asia Fashion Spotlight Hong Kong, reflecting his commitment to a design philosophy rooted in dialogue, authenticity, and timeless craftsmanship.

  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Government
  • Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Other
  • Healthcare

Projects · 1

My Personal Portfolio

  • Art Director
  • Designer
  • Production Designer

Work experience· 13 roles

Senior Designer · Tourism Authority of Thailand - BITJan 2024 – Jan 2024 · 1 mo

Led design initiatives for BIT projects, branding, and exhibition design; collaborated with cross-functional teams on large-scale initiatives.

Art Director / Senior Designer · HOLEY srlJan 2024 – Oct 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

Leading design projects, visual strategy, and exhibition design; holistic problem solving and collaboration across production cycles.

Art Director · PalJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Art Director - Manager overseeing international research design projects.

Senior Designer · BorninThailand (Tourism Authority of Thailand)Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 · 1 mo
Senior Designer · Alodia LtdJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos
Researcher / Technical Manager · Fondazione Mondo Digitale / Suntree Technological and Educational CenterJan 2019 – Jan 2019 · 1 mo
Researcher / Technical Manager · Fondazione Mondo Digitale Technological and Educational Center (Tourism Authority of Thailand)Jan 2019 – Sep 2025 · 6 yrs 9 mos
Senior Designer · Tourism Authority of Thailand - BITJan 2019 – Sep 2025 · 6 yrs 9 mos

Education· 13

Bachelor Degree in Product Design · Istituto Europeo di Design2011 – 2014
Master Degree in Fine and Applied Art & Design · Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, Thailand2022 – 2024
Diploma · Istituto Europeo di Design (IED)2011 – 2014
Bachelor Degree in Product Design · Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, Thailand2022 – 2024

Certifications and awards

Bachelor Degree in Product Design2030 – 2025
Master Degree in Fine and Applied Art & Design2022 – 2024
Master Degree in Fine and Applied Art & Design2030 – 2025

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