Furniture designer and architect Philipp Mainzer is a creative force who draws on multiculturalism, warm design and art to inspire his trendsetting pieces. Establishing one of the most celebrated German design brands, e15, Mainzer creates furnishings for the modern era, with a traditional touch.
Born in Germany in 1969, Mainzer later studied in London, majoring in product design at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design and architecture at the Architectural Association. In 1995, while training to become an architect, Mainzer had what he calls “a gut feeling” to produce furniture to counter the cold, aluminum and glass materials popular at the time, but with a similar minimalist style. e15 was born, named after the postal code of its first workshop.
In addition to serving as the creative and managing director of e15, Mainzer travels extensively with his wife to Iran, where he finds inspiration for his designs. As demonstrated in his tables that are informed by Iranian tea culture, Mainzer manages to blend international culture with his German roots. Working in the tradition of German furniture makers, Mainzer follows form with function and emphasizes the quality of materials like solid wood and marble.
Mainzer practices architecture in New York through his firm, Philipp Mainzer Office for Architecture and Design. He is a member of the executive committee of the German Design Council and gives lectures on a host of topics, including architecture, design and branding.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Philipp Mainzer side tables, seating, storage case pieces and more.
e15 Backenzahn Side Table by Philipp Mainzer
By e15, Philipp Mainzer
Located in New York, NY
The original Backenzahn designed in 1996 by e15 founder and architect Philipp Mainzer is a modern design classic as well as an identifiable icon for e15. Crafted in Germany, the stoo...
Wood
e15 Backenzahn Stool by Philipp Mainzer
By e15, Philipp Mainzer
Located in New York, NY
The original Backenzahn designed in 1996 by e15 founder and architect Philipp Mainzer is a modern design classic as well as an identifiable icon for e15. Crafted in Germany, the stoo...
Wood
e15 Backenzahn Oak Stool by Philipp Mainzer in STOCK
By Philipp Mainzer, e15
Located in New York, NY
The original Backenzahn designed in 1996 by e15 founder and architect Philipp Mainzer is a modern design classic as well as an identifiable icon for e15. Crafted in Germany, the stoo...
Oak
$2,780 / item
e15 Backenzahn Steel Stool by Philipp Mainzer
By Philipp Mainzer, e15
Located in New York, NY
BACKENZAHN STEEL, a new iteration by Philipp Mainzer of his 1996 BACKENZAHN side table. Crafted in folded stainless steel, it carries forward the distinctive silhouette and sculptura...
Steel
$250Sale Price|79% Off
H 33.08 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in
Thonet 118 SPHT Stool Designed by Sebastian Herkner in Stock
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
118 SPHT – Bar stool with upholstered seat Frame: lightened beech stained TP 107 Fabric: Sahco Safire 007 Ring: chrome Glides: plastic Minimalistic and honest, at the same time eleg...
Fabric, Wood
$295Sale Price|82% Off
H 31 in W 14.25 in D 16.5 in
Zeitraum Morph Oak Black Stained Stool with Black Leather Seat in STOCK
By Zeitraum
Located in New York, NY
Oak color stained black/ black leather upholstered seat Thanks to the shape of the seat and its ideal incline, Morph Stool is more comfortable than one would expect. Formally, he ha...
Leather, Oak
Stool/Side Table in Whitewashed Cedar by Hinterland Design
By Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
Cast-off cedar logs are given second life as a crystalline form. Named Little Gem, the natural beauty of reclaimed wood is harnessed in this side table and sculpture piece where nature informs design. Each Little Gem is hand-shaped and faceted based on the different characteristics of the log used, and variations in wood grain. Top surface and finish further ensure that no two are alike. Left to weather outdoors, this piece will acquire a natural silver finish. Stool is sold as an individual piece. There are many options for customization with the Little Gems. Shown in main image is whitewashed Western yellow cedar...
Cedar
Gervasoni Heiko 41 Side Table by David Lopez Quincoces
By Gervasoni, David Lopez Quincoces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the Japanese equilibrium, stability, Heiko calls to mind the shape of the tables, defined by curved lines, with a rounded base which seems to float on the surfaces. Simple geome...
Clay
Mini Plopp Stainless Steel Stool by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
Mini Plopp stainless steel stool by Zieta Dimensions: D 25 x H 38 cm Material: Stainless steel. Finish: Polished. Available in colors: strawberry red, water blue, yellow glossy, f...
Stainless Steel
Modern Steel Stool
By Pedro Useche
Located in Boston, MA
Arrepita carbon steel with epoxy paint and naturally finished wood legs. Black, white and yellow.
Steel
Paw Stool Side Table with Brass Inlay by Marcantonio
By MARCANTONIO, Scarlet Splendour
Located in Kolkata, IN
Resembling the paw of an animal, paw stool side table with brass inlay by Marcantonio, has the balance to be used with either side up as a seat or table! For his debut creations, ...
Brass
Griffin Stool / Side Table by Phase Design
By Phase Design, Reza Feiz
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the Griffin stool / side table in either walnut, white oak, or ebonized oak. Prices exclude packing. This versatile piece works interchangeably as a side table or stool. Made from a hand sanded fiberglass shell and finished with a high-end automotive polyurethane gloss finish, it is lightweight and durable. The 1.5" solid lumber top tempers the clean architectural form with its warm organic...
Wood, Oak, Walnut, Fiberglass
Stainless Steel Kitchen Plopp Stool by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
Stainless Steel Kitchen Plopp stool by Zieta Dimensions: D 35 x H 65 cm Material: Stainless Steel. Finish: Polished. Available in colors: Beig...
Stainless Steel
Raw Steel Standard Plopp Stool by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
Raw steel standard Plopp stool by Zieta Dimensions: D 35 x H 50 cm Material: Carbon steel. Finish: Lacquered. Available in colors: Graphite, moss grey...
Steel
Stainless Steel Cosmic Stool by Mati Sipiora
Located in Geneve, CH
Stainless Steel Cosmic Stool by Mati Sipiora Dimensions: D 35 x W 40 x H 40 cm Materials: Stainless Steel. Finish: Polished Stainless Steel. Weight: 5....
Stainless Steel
Side Table / Stool
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Side table / stool by unknown designer.
Oak
e15 Backenzahn Oak Stool by Philipp Mainzer in STOCK
By Philipp Mainzer
Located in New York, NY
The original Backenzahn designed in 1996 by e15 founder and architect Philipp Mainzer is a modern design classic as well as an identifiable icon for e15. Crafted in Germany, the stoo...
Oak
