Houdini Armchair

c. 2009

by Stefan Diez
for e15

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Regarding: Houdini Armchair

by Stefan Diez
for e15

Specifications

Product Details

– Seat can be upholstered

– Not stackable

– Delivered one piece per box

– Made in Germany

Dimensions: 22 – 1/2″ x 20 – 7/8″ x 30 – 3/4″ SH 18 – 1/8″ AH 25 – 5/8″
Production Time: 8 – 12 weeks
e15 Shipping: For safety and security all e15 products are shipped in custom wooden crates. Curbside and Dock delivery only. Shipping to the lower 48 standard. For all other locations and options please inquire.

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The Houdini Armchair by Stefan Diez for e15 is formed in a structural lightness. Named for its seemingly impossible construction, the chair is crafted from thin, 4‑millimeter, precision-cut oak-veneered plywood. These bands are hand-stretched around a milled solid ring core, a labor-intensive technique borrowed from traditional model airplane construction that relies entirely on glue rather than nails or screws.

The result is a form that feels exceptionally airy while maintaining remarkable strength. Its ergonomic seat features a subtle backward cant, offering a relaxed posture ideal for both dining and occasional use. For those seeking additional comfort, the armchair is also available with optional upholstery for the seat, back, and armrests. It is a refined, minimal footprint design that demonstrates how profound technical complexity can result in something that feels effortless.

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Artist Stefan Diez

Stefan Diez

Germany

Stefan Diez, an industrial designer deeply influenced by his family’s carpentry legacy, brings craftsmanship to the forefront of his work. Born in 1971 in Freising, Germany, Diez grew up in a household of fourth-generation carpenters and trained as a cabinet maker before studying under Richard Sapper at the State Academy of Fine Arts in Stuttgart. In 2002, he founded his own studio, later evolving into DIEZ OFFICE in 2008.

With a passion for education, Diez has held teaching positions at prestigious institutions, including the University of Arts and Design Karlsruhe, the School of Industrial Design in Lund, and as head of Industrial Design ID1 at Die Angewandte in Vienna. His work spans furniture, tableware, and home accessories, often in collaboration with leading manufacturers such as e15, Emu, HAY, Rosenthal, Thonet, Vibia, Wagner, and Wilkhahn, showcasing his dedication to combining tradition and innovation.

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