Welcome Avron Levin: Leading Innovation at MiEN Company

We are thrilled to announce that Avron Levin is joining MiEN Company as our new Senior Director of Furniture Innovation. With over 20 years of industry experience, Avron will lead our creative team, guiding our efforts to design agile, active learning spaces that empower modern instruction and engage all learners.

Avron Levin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to MiEN. His extensive experience in the furniture design industry has consistently demonstrated his ability to create innovative and engaging learning environments. Avron is renowned for his thoughtful approach to design, seamlessly integrating meaning, form, and function to create solutions that truly enhance educational spaces.

“One of the reasons I’m excited to join MiEN is because the company truly aligns with my vision of innovative design that addresses the evolving needs of education,” Levin said. “Additionally, MiEN has invested in a dedicated and skilled product design team. Unlike other companies that rely on consultants with limited exposure to the education sector, MiEN’s in-house team ensures a deep understanding of educational needs. I’m eager to apply my experience and insights to help MiEN create transformative and impactful designs for our clients.”

Avron now leads MiEN’s four-person creative design team, consisting of Mariely Leon, Nathan Warwick, Scott Thor, and Cory Ellison. Together, they will continue to push the boundaries of educational furniture design, creating solutions that enhance learning environments.

Avron Levin’s approach to design is rooted in design thinking and the philosophy of form and function. As an industrial engineer, Avron meticulously analyzes each product to ensure it meets the highest standards of both usability and aesthetics. The design process begins with empathizing with the end-users—understanding their needs, challenges, and environments. This insight drives the ideation phase, where multiple concepts are generated and refined through brainstorming and collaborative efforts.

Prototypes are then developed and tested, allowing for real-world feedback and iterative improvements. This hands-on approach ensures that every product not only looks good but also functions seamlessly in its intended environment. Avron’s philosophy emphasizes that good design is about more than just appearance; it’s about creating solutions that are intuitive, practical, and enhance the user experience.

At MiEN, we are committed to this holistic design process, ensuring that every piece of furniture we create is both beautiful and functional, meeting the evolving needs of modern educational spaces.

Avron collaborated with MiEN to design the GROW series, a groundbreaking addition to the MiEN product lineup. The GROW series, including the innovative GROW Nest, reflects our commitment to intelligent, nature-inspired design. This series incorporates biophilic elements such as artificial grass, offering a calming and sensory-friendly environment ideal for neurodiverse learners. The GROW series is also versatile, suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings, and designed to support deep pressure touch points, aiding in sensory regulation.

The GROW Nest, GROW Seat Pads, and GROW Bench, are patent pending, ensuring their unique design remains exclusive to MiEN’s innovative lineup. Learn more about the GROW series and its features by visiting our GROW Series page.

Avron Levin is deeply committed to designing products that support sustainability and a circular economy, and his work at MiEN reflects this dedication. By focusing on creating durable, long-lasting furniture, Avron aims to prevent the cycle of “fast furniture” that contributes to waste and environmental degradation. His designs emphasize the use of sustainable materials and manufacturing processes that reduce environmental impact.

At MiEN, we share Avron’s vision for a greener future. Our products are designed with longevity in mind, ensuring that they can be reused, repurposed, or recycled at the end of their life cycle. This approach not only supports sustainability but also provides cost-effective solutions for educational institutions.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and expand our offerings. Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey to revolutionize educational furniture design!