$9,000 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona Elefante Side Table 2, Rounded Organic Form Walnut Wood
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in
Hardwood
$9,000 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona's Elefante Side Table 8, Hefty Organic Look, Walnut Wood
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Side Table 7, Solid Walnut Wood, Sculptural Elegance
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in
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Joel Escalona Elefante Side Table 6, Weighty Design, Walnut Wood
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona's Elefante Side Table 4, Solid Walnut Wood, Organic Shapes
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
architectural ethos of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona's Elefante Side Table 12, Rounded Silhouette, Walnut Wood
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the architectural ethos of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Elefante Side Table 1, Joel Escalona, Solid Walnut Wood Elegance
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
architectural ethos of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Side Table 19, Sculptural Wood Shapes
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$9,000 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona's Elefante Side Table 12, Rounded Silhouette, Decorative Craft
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
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Joel Escalona Elefante Side Table 20, Solid Wood, Artistic Stack
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$9,000 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona Elefante Side Table 6, Weighty Design, Elegant Rounds
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$9,000 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona's Elefante Side Table 4, Organic Shapes, Decorative Detail
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Side Table 7, Solid Wood, Sculptural Elegance
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$9,000 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Elefante Side Table 11, Solid Wood, Heavy Aesthetic, SET OF TWO SMALL TABLES
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
NONO Elefante Side Table 15, Solid Wood, Bold Organic Forms
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona Elefante Side Table 10, Sculptural Wood Rounds
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
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Joel Escalona's Elefante Side Table 8, Hefty Organic Look
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
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Elefante Side Table 9 by NONO, Solid Wood, Ornamental Design
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$9,000 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Elefante Side Table 5 by Joel Escalona, Solid Wood, Artistic Curves
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona Elefante Side Table 2, Rounded Organic Form
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
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Joel Escalona Elefante Side Table 14, Hefty and Artistic
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
NONO Elefante Side Table 3, Solid Wood, Heavy Sculptural Design
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$9,000 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Elefante Side Table 18 by Joel Escalona, Solid Wood, Decorative Spheres
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Side Table 16, Organic Curves, Solid Wood Elegance
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
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Elefante Side Table 1, Joel Escalona, Solid Wood Elegance
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Elefante Side Table 13 by NONO, Solid Wood, Dynamic Shapes
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$7,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in
Joel Escalona Elefante Side Table 17, Hefty Rounded Form
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
the timeless elegance of Mexican Modernism and the boldness of Brutalist design. Enrich your living
Hardwood
$1,600
H 4.73 in W 0.79 in D 2.76 in
Pal Kepenyes´ original Wearable Kinetic hand-assembled Sculpture in brass
By Pal Kepenyes
Located in Mexico, DF
Highly original brutalist wearable kinetic piece by Pal Kepenyes. Pal´s whimsical style is
Brass
$9,364Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Elefante by NONO Console 20, Slender Oak Elegance, Substantial Presence
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in
Hardwood
$11,706 / item
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Buffet 19, Oak Stalwart, Tiered Shelving Design
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in the
Hardwood
$11,706 / item
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Elefante Tapered Leg Console 16 by NONO, Oak Craft, Stout Silhouette
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
of Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in
Hardwood
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H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Buffet 15, Solid Oak, Understated Design Detail
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
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Hardwood
$11,706 / item
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Svelte Elefante Console 18, NONO Design, Tactile Oak Finish
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
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Hardwood
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H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Sideboard 17, Oak Durability, Graceful Overhang
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
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Hardwood
$11,706 / item
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Artisan Elefante Sideboard 14, NONO Crafted, Subtle Oak Finish
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
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Hardwood
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H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Minimalist Elefante Console 13, NONO Signature Oak, Balanced Structure
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
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H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Elefante by NONO Console 11, Stout Oak Base, Refined Top
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
$11,706 / item
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Sideboard 12, Intricate Oak Form, Sleek Surface
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in the
Hardwood
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H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Foyer Table 09, Oak Precision, Minimalist Elegance
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in the
Hardwood
$11,706 / item
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Elefante by NONO Buffet 10, Sturdy Oak, Architectural Allure
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mexican Modernism and the stark, powerful aesthetics of Brutalist design. At NONO, we believe in the
Hardwood
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H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Sideboard 07, Robust Oak, Modernist Detail
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
$11,706 / item
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
NONO Elefante Stand 05, Oak Beauty, Versatile Elegance
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
NONO Elefante Buffet 03, Oak Craft, Bold Statement
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
$11,706 / item
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Elefante Oak Console 06 by NONO, Bold Texture, Sleek Edge
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
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H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Elefante by NONO Desk 04, Oak Precision, Functional Art
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
$9,364Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Table Elefante by NONO 02, Oak Pure, Distinctive Style
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
Elefante Oak Sideboard 01, NONO Charm, Sleek Utility
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist design, while the harmonious use of space and light reflects the essence of Mexican Modernism
Hardwood
$9,882
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in
Comfortable Reading Chair Plush Seating Muted by Joel Escalona No07
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
over a decade of Mexican craftsmanship under our belt, NONO introduces this collection as a tribute to
Hardwood
$9,882
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in
Armchair with Character Bold Silhouette Muted by Joel Escalona No11
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
over a decade of Mexican craftsmanship under our belt, NONO introduces this collection as a tribute to
Hardwood
Rocking Chair Modern Design Muted by Joel Escalona No19
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
over a decade of Mexican craftsmanship under our belt, NONO introduces this collection as a tribute to
Hardwood
$9,882
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in
Luxury Office Chair Ergonomic Design Muted by Joel Escalona No05
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
over a decade of Mexican craftsmanship under our belt, NONO introduces this collection as a tribute to
Hardwood
$9,882
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in
Contemporary Lobby Chair Sleek Design Muted by Joel Escalona No03
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
over a decade of Mexican craftsmanship under our belt, NONO introduces this collection as a tribute to
Hardwood
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H 15.75 in Dm 19.69 in
Oak Abstract Round Fundamenta 66 Sleek Lines, Solid Craft by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
individuality and style. — NONO is a Mexican design brand with more than 10 years of experience dedicated to
Hardwood
$12,000 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 19.69 in
Natural Finish Fundamenta Sideboard 62 Basic Geometry, Solid Oak by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
with unparalleled individuality and style. — NONO is a Mexican design brand with more than 10 years
Hardwood
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H 15.75 in Dm 19.69 in
Fundamenta Round Side Table 49 Solid Wood, Geometric Elegance by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
with unparalleled individuality and style. — NONO is a Mexican design brand with more than 10 years
Hardwood
$12,000 / item
H 13.78 in W 59.06 in D 43.31 in
Hand-Crafted Solid Thick Oak Rectangular Coffee Table by Nono Fundamenta 20
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
. —— NONO is a Mexican design brand with more than 10 years of experience dedicated to the production of
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$15,882 / item
H 13.78 in W 27.56 in D 59.06 in
Modern Coffee Table Serie 80 – Sereno by Joel Escalona with Minimalist Appeal
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
ordinary moments into something extraordinary. — NONO is a Mexican design brand with more than 10 years
Hardwood
The design of brutalist furniture encompasses that which is crafted, hewn and worked by hand — an aesthetic rebuke (or, at least, a counterpoint) to furniture that is created using 21st-century materials and technology. Lately, the word “brutalist” has been adopted by the realms of furniture design and the decorative arts to refer to chairs, cabinets, tables and accessory pieces such as mirror frames and lighting that are made of rougher, deeply textured metals and other materials that are the visual and palpable antithesis of the sleek, smooth and suave.
ORIGINS OF BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGN
BRUTALIST FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE BRUTALIST FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The term brutalism — which derives from the French word brut, meaning “raw” — was coined by architecture critic Reyner Banham to describe an architectural style that emerged in the 1950s featuring monumental buildings, usually made of unornamented concrete, whose design was meant to project an air of strength and solidity.
Le Corbusier essentially created the brutalist style; its best-known iterations in the United States are the Whitney Museum of American Art, which was designed by Marcel Breuer, and Paul Rudolph's Yale Art and Architecture Building. The severe style might have been the most criticized architectural movement of the 20th century, even if it was an honest attempt to celebrate the beauty of raw material. But while the brutalist government buildings in Washington, D.C., seemingly bask in their un-beauty, brutalist interior design and decor is much more lyrical, at times taking on a whimsical, romantic quality that its exterior counterparts lack.
Paul Evans is Exhibit A for brutalist furniture design. His Sculpture Front cabinets laced with high-relief patinated steel mounts have become collector's items nonpareil, while the chairs, coffee table and dining table in his later Cityscape series and Sculpted Bronze series for Directional Furniture are perhaps the most expressive, attention-grabbing pieces in American modern design. Other exemplary brutalist designers are Silas Seandel, the idiosyncratic New York furniture designer and sculptor whose works in metal — in particular his tables — have a kind of brawny lyricism, and Curtis Jere, a nom-de-trade for the California team of Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels, the bold makers of expressive scorched and sheared copper and brass mirror frames and wall-mounted sculptures.
Brutalist furniture and sculptures remain popular with interior designers and can lend unique, eccentric, human notes to an art and design collection in any home.
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The mid-20th-century design style is defined by its angular shapes and use of raw materials.
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Learn how to work with this rugged style in your decor.