e15 Furniture

e15 is a German interior brand celebrated for progressive furniture, exceptional materials and an uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship. Since 1995, the company has created modern tables, seating, storage, lighting and accessories distinguished by architectural clarity and an honest expression of material.

At Scott + Cooner, the e15 collection offers enduring furniture for residential, workplace, hospitality and public interiors. Iconic solid-wood designs sit alongside contemporary pieces and carefully considered Modernist reissues, creating a collection that feels both historically grounded and distinctly current.

Progressive German Design Since 1995

e15 was founded in 1995 and named after the postal code of its first workshop in East London. The company’s inaugural collection introduced a radical simplicity that challenged the lighter, more polished furniture commonly available at the time.

Rather than concealing construction and natural variation, e15 placed them at the center of its designs. Essential forms, substantial proportions and solid European oak gave the early collection a direct architectural presence. Knots, grain, surface variation and the changes that occur as wood ages were treated as valuable characteristics rather than imperfections.

Now headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany, e15 continues to be shaped by cofounder and architect Philipp Mainzer and designer and art director Farah Ebrahimi. Their complementary perspectives connect architecture, furniture, interiors, art and color throughout the collection.

Solid Wood Furniture with Architectural Character

Solid wood is fundamental to the e15 identity. Oak is especially important, appearing in dining tables, stools, benches, beds and storage furniture with minimal intervention and a clear appreciation for the material’s natural structure.

Many e15 wood surfaces are finished with oil rather than heavily sealed coatings. This treatment protects the furniture while preserving the tactile character, grain and warmth of the wood. Over time, the material develops a patina that records the life of the object and adds to its individuality.

The company also works with walnut, marble, metal, glass, leather and textiles. These materials are selected for authenticity and longevity, then composed with the disciplined proportions and sensitive color choices that define the brand.

BIGFOOT: An Iconic Solid-Wood Table

Designed by Philipp Mainzer, the BIGFOOT table is one of e15’s most recognizable designs and a modern furniture classic. Its generous tabletop and substantial legs express the strength and natural beauty of solid wood through an exceptionally direct form.

The legs are made from the heartwood of the tree. As the solid timber seasons, characteristic cracks can develop, making each table visibly individual. These natural changes are an intended part of the design rather than flaws to be concealed.

BIGFOOT can serve as a dining table, worktable or meeting table. Its strong proportions give it a commanding presence in a room, yet its elemental construction allows it to complement interiors ranging from restrained and minimal to warm and richly layered.

Available sizes, wood options and finishes make it possible to select a version suited to private dining rooms, open-plan residences, creative offices and hospitality environments.

BACKENZAHN Stool and Side Table

The BACKENZAHN stool was designed by Philipp Mainzer in 1996 and has become another defining e15 design. Its name translates to “molar,” a playful reference to its sculpted form and four substantial legs.

Produced from solid wood, BACKENZAHN combines a compact footprint with a strong sculptural identity. The seat is shaped for comfort, while the tapered legs emphasize the material’s weight and character.

The design can function as a stool or a small side table. Its versatility makes it useful beside a sofa, next to a bed, around a dining table or as an independent object within an entry or gallery-like space.

BIGFOOT and BACKENZAHN established e15’s reputation for using solid wood in a pure and expressive way. Together, they demonstrate how uncomplicated forms can become distinctive through proportion, material and construction.

Tables for Dining, Working and Gathering

Tables remain a central part of the e15 collection. Designs range from substantial solid-wood dining tables to refined desks, conference tables, coffee tables and occasional pieces.

The PONTE table is one of the brand’s early classics. Its clear construction and architectural form make it suitable for dining, working and meeting. Selected configurations can incorporate cable-management solutions, extending the design into modern workplace and conference environments.

Other e15 tables explore different relationships among material, structure and scale. Some emphasize the warmth of solid wood, while others combine wood with metal, stone or glass. Coffee and side tables such as CALVERT, CHARLOTTE and HABIBI provide contrasting forms and materials for use throughout a living space.

This breadth allows an e15 table to serve as a quiet architectural foundation or as a substantial focal point around which daily life takes place.

Seating, Benches and Lounge Furniture

e15 seating includes dining chairs, stools, benches, lounge chairs, sofas and upholstered furniture. The collection balances visual clarity with comfort, allowing individual pieces to work in residential interiors as well as restaurants, hotels, offices and public spaces.

Wood seating often emphasizes visible joinery and carefully resolved proportions. Upholstered designs introduce softness, color and texture while maintaining the brand’s disciplined architectural language.

Benches can be paired with e15 dining tables or used independently in entryways, bedrooms and public areas. Stools support casual dining and flexible work environments, while lounge seating helps create comfortable conversation areas without sacrificing the collection’s characteristic precision.

Modernist Reissues and Contemporary Collaborations

In addition to original contemporary furniture, e15 produces significant reissues by architects associated with German Modernism. Designs by Ferdinand Kramer and Richard Herre bring historically important ideas into current interiors through carefully considered production.

These reissues reflect e15’s respect for architectural thinking, functional clarity and enduring construction. Rather than treating historic pieces as isolated reproductions, the company integrates them into a broader collection where they can interact naturally with new furniture.

e15 also collaborates with contemporary designers, architects and artists, including David Chipperfield, Stefan Diez and David Thulstrup. Each collaboration contributes a distinct perspective while remaining connected to the brand through material integrity and purposeful design.

Storage, Beds, Lighting and Accessories

The e15 collection extends beyond tables and chairs to include shelving, cabinets, sideboards, beds, lighting and objects for the home. This comprehensive approach allows designers to develop a consistent interior while avoiding the appearance of a rigid matching set.

Storage furniture is shaped by clear volumes and practical organization. Beds translate the strength and simplicity of the brand’s solid-wood furniture into the bedroom. Lighting adds sculptural form, focused illumination and warmth to residential and professional spaces.

Accessories and small furniture introduce e15’s material sensibility at a more intimate scale. Trays, cutting boards, stools and side tables can complement larger pieces or add a considered detail to an existing interior.

Responsible Materials and Enduring Design

Responsible sourcing, durable construction and small-scale production are integral to e15’s design philosophy. The company works with a trusted network of specialized workshops and suppliers, primarily in Germany and other parts of Europe.

Solid wood is obtained from responsible sources, and regional production helps limit transportation between suppliers and workshops. Finishes are kept as natural as practical, supporting both the tactile quality of the material and the potential for future maintenance.

Many designs also use a limited number of materials. This mono-material approach can simplify repair and recycling while producing furniture with visual and structural clarity.

Most importantly, e15 creates objects intended to remain useful and relevant for many years. Timeless form, honest materials and repairable construction allow furniture to develop character and potentially pass from one generation to the next.

Authentic e15 Furniture

Original e15 products are identified with the company’s logo and an individual serial number. A document of authenticity accompanies delivered products, recording the product name and serial number as proof of origin.

These identifiers distinguish genuine e15 furniture and support its long-term value. They also reinforce the company’s commitment to traceable production and accountable craftsmanship.

Residential, Hospitality and Workplace Projects

e15 furniture is designed for a global residential and contract market. Its architectural character makes it particularly effective in spaces where furniture must relate closely to the scale, materials and structure of the surrounding environment.

Solid-wood tables can anchor private dining rooms, restaurants, meeting rooms and collaborative workplaces. Seating and lounge furniture can establish comfortable zones in homes, hotels and public spaces. Storage systems, lighting and accessories complete the interior without overwhelming its architectural framework.

The collection’s range of dimensions, finishes and materials gives architects and interior designers considerable flexibility when planning projects of different sizes and levels of complexity.

Discover e15 at Scott + Cooner

Explore e15 at Scott + Cooner and discover modern German furniture shaped by architecture, solid wood, responsible production and refined craftsmanship.

Our experienced team can help homeowners, architects and interior designers compare e15 tables, seating, storage, beds and lighting; review available woods and finishes; and select the appropriate dimensions for a residential or contract project. Contact Scott + Cooner or visit one of our showrooms to learn more about authentic e15 furniture.