PROFILE
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN works internationally on commercial, residential and cultural projects providing full architectural, interior design, exhibition design as well as product and furniture design services for both public and the private sector.
The work of the office is inspired by a consistent and progressive conceptual approach open to diverse cultures and disciplines. The focus is on a pure and distinct design language and the creation of high quality buildings, environments, and products through balancing original concepts with refined aesthetics and the required functionality.
The office is led by architect and product designer Philipp Mainzer and employs a diverse team of skilled architects and designers. Previously integrated in the renowned modern furniture brand e15, today the office works independent and specialized however benefiting from respective exchange, expertise and a network of established resources, thus building a proficient base for architecture and design.
PHILIPP MAINZER
Born in Germany, Philipp Mainzer studied product design at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, and architecture at the Architectural Association both in London. In 1995 Philipp Mainzer co-founded the modern furniture brand e15. Having established the progressive, enduring philosophy and unique branding of e15, he has received international awards for many of his furniture designs, which are identifying icons for e15 and part of permanent exhibitions in museums. Parallel to the creation of e15, Philipp Mainzer practiced architecture in New York and continued so after returning to Germany in 2001. Today Philipp Mainzer is creative and managing director of his architecture office and e15. He is a member of the executive committee of German Design Council and regularly gives lectures on architecture, design and branding.
STAFF
Farah Ebrahimi
Johanna Egenolf
Susanne Günther
Jan Philip Holler
Sandra Stachelroth
Anke Wollbrink
AWARDS
2010
Interior Innovation Award Cologne for the table TA18 ZEHN (e15)
2009
Nomination for the Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany for the bed SL05 PARDIS (e15) Nomination for the Contract World Award for the interior design of Xue Xue Institute in Taipeh, Taiwan
2008
Interior Innovation Award Cologne for the bed SL05 PARDIS (e15)
Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany for the sofa system SF03 SHIRAZ (e15)
Interior Innovation Award Cologne for the sofa system SF03 SHIRAZ (e15)
2007
Design for Asia Award for Interior Architecture of Xue Xue Institute (e15)
2006
Interior Innovation Award for the table TA04 BIGFOOT (e15)
Red Dot Award for Office Furniture (e15)
Interior Innovation Award for the Office Furniture Collection (e15)
ICFF New York Award for the bathroom collection NEW PLACES (e15)