Ingmar Kurth

e15 accessories, Product Design

2015

With premium materials in mind, elegant and functional accessories with character complement the e15 collection of furniture and lighting. A range of cutting boards, book ends from fine Italian marble and trays from precious metals are presented in playful and sculptural forms, all reflecting e15’s distinct aesthetic. Circling around kitchen, living room and office, the accessories enrich the pleasure of cooking, working and living. A selected range of products is featured below, such as cutting and chopping boards CHOP, CUT and SLICE, trays HABIBI, ITO and PEN, book end STOP and blanket CUADRO.

www.e15.com

Credits

Photography:
Ingmar Kurth, Martin Url

e15 solid walnut, Product Design

2011, Frankfurt, Germany

With a focus on the high-grade material, simplicity and function a group of products in solid European walnut were designed for the modern furniture brand e15. A selected range of products is featured below, such as sideboards SHAHNAZ, MAHNAZ, FARAH, FARIBA, ARAQ, DARA, armchair BYRON and tables ANTON, ANNA.

www.e15.com

Facts

Location:
Frankfurt, Germany

Credits

Photography:
Ingmar Kurth, Martin Url

e15 solid oak I, Product Design

2011, Frankfurt, Germany

Since the establishment of the furniture brand e15, solid European oak has been the foundation and connecting element throughout the collection. Avoiding superfluous details all pieces have been designed with a strong focus on the high-grade material and crafted details to present a modern and enduring range of furniture. As identifying icons for e15, some of the products have established the formative debut of the collection in 1995. Over the years they have been recognised as modern design classics, receiving international awards and representations in several permanent exhibitions in museums. A selected range of products is featured below, such as the tables BIGFOOT™ (1994), PONTE (1994), the stool BACKENZAHN™ (1996), and the bed MO (1999).

www.e15.com

Facts

Location:
Frankfurt, Germany

Credits

Photography:
Ingmar Kurth, Martin Url

e15 living II, Product Design

2010

In a desire to combine contemporary design with oriental traditions the new e15 Living products emerged with the design of the side tables HABIBI, DREI and VIER. Complimented by the side tables the low platforms and cushions of SHIRAZ are used to create the perfect settings for social and relaxing environments.

www.e15.com

Credits

Photography:
Ingmar Kurth, Martin Url

e15 solid oak II, Product Design

Since the establishment of the furniture brand e15, solid European oak has been the foundation and connecting element throughout the collection. Avoiding superfluous details all pieces have been designed with a strong focus on the high-grade material and crafted details to present a modern and enduring range of furniture. As identifying icons for e15, some of the products have established the formative debut of the collection in 1995. Over the years they have been recognised as modern design classics, receiving international awards and representations in several permanent exhibitions in museums. A selected range of new products is featured below, such as the tables ZEHN and LONDON.

www.e15.com

Credits

Photography:
Ingmar Kurth, Martin Url

e15 living I, Product Design

2010, Frankfurt, Germany

In a desire to combine contemporary design with oriental traditions, the e15 Living products emerged with the design of the modular sofa SHIRAZ, which was awarded with the design prize of the German Federal Republic 2008, and the bed PARDIS. Complimented by the side tables the low platforms and cushions of SHIRAZ are used to create the perfect settings for social and relaxing environments.

www.e15.com

Facts

Location:
Frankfurt, Germany
Status:
Completed

Credits

Photography:
Ingmar Kurth, Martin Ur

Taiwan Glass FPG, Fujian, Architecture

2010, Fujian, China

A new company base for Taiwan’s largest glass manufacturer, Taiwan Glass in Fujian, China, a 4.200 sqm office building was commissioned by the client to administer the new factory complex. A three-storey building to house the company’s offices, administration, showroom, restaurants as well as apartments for company managers along with connected buildings such as the gatehouse and a plant building were constructed. The general floor plan of the building was structured around two large courtyards allowing for a generous amount of daylight and generating a very comfortable working environment. Together with Taiwan Glass a partially coated Low-E glass was developed, which was produced especially for the façade of the new office building in Fujian. The coated areas of the glass are mirror-finished from the outside but still remain transparent from the inside. The result is a glass facade that provides the required protection from sun and heat as well as producing an aesthetically interesting appearance.

Download press release „Completion office building for Taiwan Glass FPG in Fujian, China“

Facts

Client:
Taiwan Glass
Location:
Fujian, China
Status:
Completed
Programme:
4.200 sqm office building

Credits

Architecture:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-5
Team:
Johanna Egenolf, Iris Kerber, Buket Kocyigit, Simone Götz, Anke Wollbrink, Nilgün Yaslier
Local architect(s):
China Triumph International Engineering Co., Ltd., Shanghai, planning phases 6-9
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth

Stählemühle, Eigeltingen, Interior Design

2010, Eigeltingen, Germany

The client Stählemühle commissioned the conversion of an old mill estate into a high quality distillery for award winning liquors. Making up a total of 143 sqm, the conversion comprised the distillery, the degustation and tasting space on the estate. The design puts specified traditional materials in a modern context while the main focus is on the creation of a presentation and sales area for the distillery’s products. Exposed concrete walls and raw asphalt flooring were specified to contrast the polished finish of the distillery machine. The glass containers of the liquors act as lenses, magnifying the texture of the exposed concrete walls. All specified furniture was supplied by e15, with key items being custom-made for this project.

Download press relase „Completion of the conversion of a mill estate into a distillery in Eigeltingen“

View some behind the scenes images here …

Facts

Client:
Stählemühle
Location:
Eigeltingen, Germany
Status:
Completed
Programme:
143 sqm total area; 26 sqm distillery, 83 sqm degustation, 31 sqm tasting space

Credits

Interior Design:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-5
Team:
Johanna Egenolf, Kathrin Mainka, Anke Wollbrink
Local architect(s):
Architekturbüro Stemmer, planning phases 6-9
Lighting:
Delta Light
Furniture:
e15, Horges
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth

Trademark Publishing, Frankfurt am Main, Exhibition Design

2009, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

For their fair presentation at the renowned Frankfurt book fair, the design book publisher Trademark Publishing commissioned a new exhibition design. The compact presentation space built with plywood provides a modern backdrop and unique contrast to the refined display shelves and furniture, reflecting the ethos and individuality of the book publisher.

Facts

Client:
Trademark Publishing
Location:
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Status:
Completed
Programme:
8 sqm presentation

Credits

Interior Design:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-9
Team:
Jan Philip Holler
Graphics:
Antonia Henschel
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth

Werbewelt, Stuttgart, Interior Design

2009, Stuttgart, Germany

For their headquarters in Stuttgart, the communication agency Werbewelt commissioned the completion of the interior into high-end offices. The briefing for the 600 sqm space was to create an interior that instigates and facilitates creativity and communication between staff whilst also creating a positive and open work environment.

Facts

Client:
Werbewelt
Location:
Stuttgart, Germany
Status:
Completed
Programme:
600 sqm office space

Credits

Interior Design:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-9
Team:
Carina Arnold, Susanne Kurz, Kathrin Mainka
Furniture:
e15, Bertoia, PPMobler, Thonet, Hofe
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth

House H, Frankfurt am Main, Interior Design

2008, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

The interior design for a private house in Frankfurt am Main included the commission for a new bathroom interior. Large slabs of marble were used as the central element, providing layers of depth whilst creating a luxurious and functioning space.

Facts

Client:
Private client
Location:
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Status:
Completed
Programme:
7 sqm bathroom

Credits

Interior Design:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-9
Team:
Carina Arnold, Iris Kerber
Lighting:
LTS
Sanitary fittings:
Dornbracht, Duravit
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth

Sign Kommunikation, Frankfurt am Main, Interior Design

2007, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Commissioned to convert the interior of an old steam cooling station nestled on the banks of the Main river in Frankfurt into new offices for the graphic agency Sign Kommunikation. With its dark brick façade and loophole-like windows framed by red and white folding shutters, an office layout was conceived based on generous and natural use of space, while specifying varying materials as exposed concrete and walnut to create masterful contrasts. The centre of the building is a ten-meter (thirty feet) high concrete entrance hall whilst its true centrepiece is an atmosphere created especially for the needs of creative minds, which is at once equally conducive to individual contemplation, communication and teamwork. Services provided included all planning phases (planning phases 1-9) and implementation of all furniture.

Facts

Client:
Sign Kommunikation
Location:
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Status:
Completed
Programme:
660 sqm total office area

Credits

Interior Design:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-9
Team:
Simone Götz, Kathrin Mainka, Philipp Mainzer, Anke Wollbrink
Furniture:
e15
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth

Xue Xue Institute, Taipei, Interior Design

2007, Taipei, Taiwan

To create the first private university in Taiwan, the conversion of an empty, ten storey, 8200 sqm large office tower in the centre of Taipei’s Nai Hu commercial district into the Xue Xue Insitute was commissioned. Central to the interior design concept was the idea of promoting communication between different user groups to enhance interdisciplinary exchange as a basis for better working and learning – away from traditional podium-style lecturing towards a more active and lively exchange of ideas between professors and students. The completion of the interior included the conception of the ground floor shop and media gallery, the second floor restaurant and kitchen areas, as well as the classrooms and office facilities located on the third floor to sixth floor. A central element made from oak serves as guiding orientation on every floor. Alongside designing and realising the interior architecture, the briefing also included the planning and realisation of all furniture. The Xue Xue Institute is Taiwan’s first private academy dedicated entirely to the creative arts, design and culture.

Facts

Client:
Xue Xue Institute
Location:
Taipei, Taiwan
Status:
Completed
Programme:
8200 sqm total area

Credits

Interior Design:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-5
Team:
Johanna Egenolf, Simone Götz, Buket Kocyigit, Philipp Mainzer, Anke Wollbrink
Local architect(s):
Ho Hou Studio Architects, Taipei, planning phases 6-9
Furniture:
e15
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth

Frankfurter Kunstverein, Frankfurt am Main, Interior Design

2002, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

The established Frankfurt art institution, Frankfurter Kunstverein, commissioned the interior design of its 520 sqm space in a notable building in the historic centre of Frankfurt am Main.

The focus was on the layout of the space using purely furniture to allocate different activities. The pure lines and high quality of the furniture provide a calming environment without competing with the existing historic structure.

Facts

Client:
Frankfurter Kunstverein
Location:
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Status:
Completed
Programme:
520 sqm total area

Credits

Interior Design:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-9
Team:
Simone Götz
Furniture:
e15
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth

Bergman, Frankfurt am Main, Interior Design

2000, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

In 2000, the Bergman shop in downtown Frankfurt was realized. Designed as a concept store, PHILIPP MAINZER developed an interior layout that was entirely new and unique in Germany. On three levels covering more than 400 sqm of space, men´s amd women´s fashions were displayed alongside furniture, home accessories, beauty products, books, music and more. Bergman`s philosophy was to approach the design topic with a dynamic, yet reduced aestheticism that emphasizes the unique identity, quality and individual story of each of its products. The interior design expanded on this basic theme to produce balanced, well-designed spaces that highlight the presentation of the products without undue distraction.

Facts

Client:
Bergman
Location:
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Status:
Completed
Programme:
400 sqm store space

Credits

Interior Design:
PHILIPP MAINZER OFFICE FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, planning phases 1-9
Photography:
Ingmar Kurth