E15 Nima Cushions

Having established the progressive, enduring philosophy and unique branding of e15, he has received international awards for many of his designs, which are identifying icons for e15 and part of several permanent exhibitions in museums. Parallel to the creation of e15, philipp mainzer practiced architecture in new york and continues to do so since his return to germany in 2001. He is a member of the executive committee of german design council and regularly gives lectures on architecture, design and branding. Philipp mainzer is creative and managing director of e15 and his architecture office philipp mainzer office for architecture and design.

This was followed by an extensive career in teaching fashion design and dress history at otis. In addition to establishing her eponymous fashion label, she also assisted the legendary california fashion designer holly harp. In 1999, farah joined donna karan as design director for dkny in new york, where she also met her husband and working partner philipp mainzer , architect and co-founder of e15.

The sofa kerman was awarded as interior innovation – gold in 2017. In the same year, farah and philipp became honorary members of ddc (deutscher designer club) where she currently serves as member of the advisory board.

His award-winning products mirror stefan diez’ innovative and creative character as well as his intensive work with materials. His products are minimalistic designs with an unpretentious sense of humour. The first cooperation between e15 and stefan diez started in 2008, resulting in the chair family houdini.