He designed a wide range of products for very different purposes; electronics, fittings, office furniture, farm machinery, household appliances, details for interiors and comprehensive systems in the genre labeled "Public design".
Meyer was largely self-educated in his field, but received a diploma in Arts and Crafts in 1965 from SHKS in Oslo, Norway.
Sonce he wad one of the outstanding figures in his profession, with a reputation for his ability to innovate.
In his creative work on constructions he encroached on territory which is usually regarded as the sole preserve of the engineer.
Terje Meyer's skills were in high demand also at organizational level, and he held a number of important positions, including board membership of international bodies.