For all the people who think designer objects need to make bold statements with attention-grabbing forms and materials, the revered British designer Jasper Morrison has a message: The quieter objects are often the better products.
Some of Morrison’s earliest creations, such as the 1986 Thinking Man’s chair, with its snaking tubular steel armrests, and the 1991 3 sofa deluxe, whose sculpted seat resembles an enormous wave (both produced by the Italian manufacturer Cappellini, one of the planet's preeminent producers of cutting-edge home decor), display the eye-catching moves that were expected among his contemporaries.
At the same, Morrison was clearly searching for a different language. In 1988, just three years after he graduated from London’s Royal College of Art, he stunned many in the design world with “Some New Items for the Home,” an exhibition in Berlin featuring simple plywood furniture he had designed and made himself as a direct rebuke to the over-the-top colors and geometries of the Memphis movement. As Morrison increasingly came to see statement-making design as flawed and wasteful, he began producing the subtler objects that eventually became his greatest hits and inspired a new generation of designers.
Morrison’s Glo-Ball lamps for FLOS, for instance, feature opalescent blown-glass diffusers that resemble ever-so-slightly squished spheres with a striking visual softness. Designed in 1998, the pieces were instantly popular and have remained a best seller for the legendary Italian lighting maker. Morrison’s Cork Family stools for Vitra, designed in 2004, have proved similarly timeless, with simple silhouettes reminiscent of thread spools whose unexpected material — solid cork — makes them particularly alluring.
By 2005, Morrison had befriended another designer working in a similar manner — Japan’s Naoto Fukasawa. That year, Fukasawa introduced his Déjà-vu stool for Magis at the Salone del Mobile in Milan and was dismayed when fairgoers barely noticed it. Crestfallen, Fukasawa talked to Morrison, who saw the scenario differently: The fact that people instinctively used the stool meant that it was successful. To cheer up Fukasawa, Morrison described his design as “super normal.” Morrison and Fukasawa latched onto this phrase as an ideal term for what they were up to.
Launched in 2006, Morrison and Fukasawa’s “Super Normal” — a traveling exhibition and a book that served as a visual manifesto — documented more than 200 utilitarian yet beautiful objects, ranging from a paper clip, a plastic bucket and a ballpoint pen to an Alessi citrus basket, Vitsoe’s 606 universal shelving system by Dieter Rams and Vitra’s Joyn office system by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec. That same year, Morrison began playing with extreme simplicity and introduced the Crate, a wooden bedside table for Established & Sons that was modeled on an old wine crate he used for his own bedside table.
Today, Morrison delights in finding the correct balance in his designs, turning out products that seem appealingly natural and precisely what they should be.
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$1,320Sale Price / set|20% Off
Jasper Morrison Hi Pad Counter Stools for Cappellini - Set of Three
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Three Hi Pad counter stools with foot rests designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini. The Hi Pad stool features a seat in beech plywood padded with multi-density polyurethan...
Steel
$1,120Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Jasper Morrison Hi Pad Bar Stools for Cappellini - 4 Pairs Available
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Hi Pad bar stools with foot rests designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini. The Hi Pad stool features a seat in beech plywood padded with multi-density polyurethane foam o...
Steel
2015 Hi-Pad Bar Stools by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in Grey Leather
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Hi-Pad Bar Stool, originally designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in 1999. The listed price includes one stool, and we have several availabl...
Steel
2013 Hi-Pad Bar Stools by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in Gray Fabric
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single (four are available, but priced individually) Hi Pad Stool, designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in 1999. These stools were produced in 2013 and feature a soli...
Steel
2010s Pair of Jasper Morrison for Cappellini Tate Bar Stools in Blue
By Cappellini, Jasper Morrison
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Tate Bar Stools, originally designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in 2000. These particular stools were produced in Italy in the 2010s. The stools feature a st...
Steel
Set 3 Leather Bar / Counter Stools Jasper Morrison / Cappellini "tate"
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matched Set of 3 BLACK Leather & STAINLESS STEEL Bar / Counter Stools Jasper Morrison / Cappellini "tate".. ********NOTE**** PRICED PER STOOL ,, 3 AVAIL .... in London in 1959, En...
Stainless Steel
2020 Jasper Morrison for Vitra HAL Bar Stool in Ice Gray / Blue w/ Chrome Base
By Jasper Morrison, Vitra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Jasper Morrison for Vitra HAL bar stool in ice gray (looks like baby blue). The chair was acquired directly from Vitra, as they recently...
Chrome
2025 Jasper Morrison for Emeco Alfi High Back Counter Stool in Persimmon
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Alfi High Back Counter Stool, initially designed by Jasper Morrison for Emeco in 2015. This example was produced in the United States in 2025. The design features a distin...
Plastic, Wood
4er Set Vitra HAL RE Barhocker Küchenvariante Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison, Vitra
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten eins von insgesamt vier 4er Sets Barhockern vom deutschen Premiumhersteller Vitra zum Verkauf an. Bei den Stühlen handelt es sich um die niedrigere Küchenvariante mit rund...
Steel, Chrome
2015 Tate Bar Stools in Grey Leather by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Tate Bar Stool, originally designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in 2000. These particular stools were produced in 2015. The listed price includes one stool, and we ha...
Steel
2010s Set of Four Jasper Morrison for Cappellini Tate Bar Stools in Red Fabric
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of four Tate Bar Stools, originally designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in 2000. These particular stools were produced in Italy in the 2010s. The stools feature ...
Steel
$3,403 / set
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 15.75 in
Set of 3 Postmodern "Banana" Bar Stools by Tom Dixon for Cappellini, Italy 1988
By Tom Dixon, Cappellini
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an iconic and highly sculptural set of three "Banana" bar stools designed by Tom Dixon during the 1980s. Celebrated for their playful organic form and innovative use of materials, these stools exemplify Dixon's early experimental approach that would later establish him as one of Britain's most influential contemporary designers. Each stool features a distinctive banana-shaped seat hand-woven in natural rush over a metal frame, resting on elegantly slender black lacquered steel legs. The juxtaposition of the warm, tactile woven surface with the graphic linearity of the steel base creates a striking silhouette that is both functional and artistic. Produced in limited numbers during Dixon's formative years, the Banana stools...
Iron
$275
H 45 in W 19.25 in D 19.5 in
2020 Jasper Morrison for Vitra HAL Bar Stool in Ice Gray / Blue w/ Chrome Base
By Jasper Morrison, Vitra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Jasper Morrison for Vitra HAL bar stool in ice gray (looks like baby blue). The chair was acquired directly from Vitra, as they recently...
Chrome
$2,560
H 26.25 in W 47.25 in D 35.5 in
2022 Jasper Morrison for Cappellini Oblong System Sofa Module, Master 4900
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an Oblong System Sofa Module, constructed with a metal frame and plywood seat, and upholstered with a blue/grey removable cover. This is the left arm module. The s...
Metal
$5,950
H 26 in W 80.25 in D 32.25 in
2022 Jasper Morrison for Cappellini Elan Element Two Seat Sofa / Loveseat
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an Elan Element Two Person Sofa/Chaise Lounge made with a metal frame and tan fabric. The sofa was designed by Jasper Morrison and produced by Cappellini in Italy...
Metal
$3,338 / item
H 27.56 in W 25.01 in D 37.8 in
Thinking Man’s Chair Armchair by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An eloquent name for a product that invites contemplation. For the Thinking Man’s Chair, Jasper Morrison envisioned a design in which all the elements are fu...
Metal, Stainless Steel
$9,644 / item
H 25.6 in W 112.21 in D 31.5 in
Oblong sectional sofa designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Oblong sectional Sofa designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini, Italy. Jasper Morrison creates his furniture with a light touch and yet perfectionally functional. He counts they’...
Fabric, Polystyrene, Foam, Plywood
Set of 3 Cork stools by Jasper Morrison for Vitra, 2004
Located in MONTESSON, FR
Created by Jasper Morrison in 2004, the Cork Family is a collection of small stools produced by Vitra. Inspired by the shape of wine bottle corks, these designs are made entirely fro...
Wood
$4,229 / item
H 28.35 in W 53.15 in D 27.56 in
Three Sofa de Luxe Chaise longue by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Cappellini, Jasper Morrison
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Three Sofa de Luxe defies the traditional function of a furnishing accent that is commonly perceived as merely a seat. For this collection, Jasper Morrison plays with this concep...
Leather, Fabric, Plywood
$6,671 / set
H 44.89 in W 17.52 in D 16.93 in
Set Of Six “Tate” Bar Stools – Jasper Morrison For Cappellini
Located in Roma, RM
Set of six TATE bar stools designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini. Essential metal rod frame with integrated footrest. The continuous, shaped seat and backrest are padded and uph...
Metal
Pair of bar stools
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Pair of Thonet style bar stools in bent wood. Seats newly refurbished and patina renewed. Seat height 75 cm. Width 40 cm, length 42 cm, total height 110 cm. Weight 6 kg. Good condition.
Wood
$3,347
H 27.56 in W 25.01 in D 37.8 in
Indoor/outdoor "Thinking Man's" lounge Chair by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Thinking Man’s Chair is a minimal lounge chair created by London-based designer Jasper Morrison for Cappellini Indoor/outdoor 'Thinking Man's' lounge Chair by Jasper Morrison for Cap...
Steel
$1,100 / item
H 32 in W 16.5 in D 20.75 in
2022 Jasper Morrison for Cappellini Hi Pad Dining Chair w/ White Base
By Cappellini, Jasper Morrison
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale are three (3) Hi Pad dining chairs, priced individually, made with a white stainless steel base and grey fabric seat. The upholstery appears to be Hero by Kvadrat. Th...
Stainless Steel
$4,447Sale Price / set|32% Off
H 40.16 in W 15.36 in D 13 in
"America" Bugatti Stools, designed by Francois Azambourg for Cappellini. 2000s
By Cappellini, Francois Azambourg
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Four Bugatti stools in size L designed by Francois Azambourg for Cappellini. These exceptionally designed stools are produced by the company Cappellini, ...
Metal
$5,423 / item
H 28.35 in W 78.75 in D 27.56 in
Three Sofa de Luxe Sofa without backrest by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Cappellini, Jasper Morrison
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Three Sofa de Luxe defies the traditional function of a furnishing accent that is commonly perceived as merely a seat. For this collection, Jasper Morrison plays with this concep...
Leather, Fabric, Plywood
$9,971 / item
H 26.19 in W 80.32 in D 32.29 in
Elan two-seater Sofa in feather by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini
By Cappellini, Jasper Morrison
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An unstoppable commercial success, the Elan sofa continues to impress. Designed by Jasper Morrison in 1999, the range has expanded over the years, and now includes armchairs, two and...
Metal
Jasper Morrison Cork Side Tables for Moooi, 2002
By Jasper Morrison, Moooi
Located in Coronado, CA
A terrific pair of side tables or stools designed by Jasper Morrison and produced by Moooi in the 2002. These extremely versatile pieces are turned from agglomerate cork. Their dark ...
Cork
Vitra Model B Cork Stool by Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Dronten, NL
Stabile and robust, this stool or side table of the Cork Family by Jasper Morrison exploit the advantageous natural properties of cork: it is comparatively lightweight and extremely ...
Cork
Jasper Morrison for Vitra White HAL RE Medium Bar Stool
By Jasper Morrison, Vitra
Located in Rochester, England
sHAL is Jasper Morrison's interpretation of a shell chair in the tradition of the Plastic Chair by Charles and Ray Eames, whose variety of different bases enables versatile use. Thi...
Chrome
Four Jasper Morrison Hi Pad Stools In Red Leather by Cappellini
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Doraville, GA
Four Hi Pad stools designed by Jasper Morrison in 2003 for Cappellini. The seats are covered in red leather with a gun metal grey painted stainless steel base ...
Stainless Steel
Jasper Morrison Cork Stools by Moooi, Netherlands 2002
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Chicago, IL
WE HAVE 1 SMALL STOOL LEFT. Jasper Morrison Set of 10 Cork Stools by Moooi, 2002. As you can see in pics there are a few stools where some small...
Cork
Jasper Morrison Cork Stools by Moooi, Netherlands 2002
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Chicago, IL
We have 1 small stool left. Jasper Morrison set of 10 cork stools by Moooi, 2002. As you can see in pics there are a few stools where some small...
Cork
Magis Pipe Bar Stool Perforated Aluminum by Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison, Magis
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Pipe Bar Stool by designer Jasper Morrison for luxury maker Magis. Featuring an aluminum tube frame. Measures: 38 H x 19.5 D x 16.5 W SEAT 29.5 H Preowned condition original vinta...
Aluminum
Jasper Morrison Cork Stools by Moooi, Netherlands 2002
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Chicago, IL
Jasper Morrison Set of 10 Cork Stools by Moooi, 2002. As you can see in pics there are a few stools where some small areas of cork has come off....
Cork
Vitra Model a Cork Stool by Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Dronten, NL
Stabile and robust, this stool or side table of the Cork Family by Jasper Morrison exploit the advantageous natural properties of cork: it is comparatively lightweight and extremely ...
Cork
Jasper Morrison for Vitra Cork Stool Mod. C, Italy 2004
By Jasper Morrison, Vitra
Located in Naples, IT
Stool Mod. "C Family Cork" in cork designed by Jasper Morrison and produced by Vitra in 2004.
Cork
1980s Jasper Morrison for SCP Ottoman, Upholstered
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1980s Jasper Morrison For SCP Ottoman - Upholstered. Jasper Morrison is a British furniture designer internationally recognized for his restrained, minimal yet practical designs. He ...
Aluminum
Vitra Model A Cork Stool by Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Dronten, NL
Stabile and robust, this stool or side table of the Cork Family by Jasper Morrison exploit the advantageous natural properties of cork: it is comparatively lightweight and extremely ...
Cork
Jasper Morrison Set of Two Cork Stools by Moooi, circa 2002
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two stools turned from agglomerate cork. Can be used as a small side table, a stool, or ottoman. Designed by Jasper Morrison in 2002 and manufactured by Moooi, Netherlands. In...
Cork
Vitra Model C Cork Stool by Jasper Morrison
By Jasper Morrison
Located in Dronten, NL
Stabile and robust, this stool or side table of the Cork Family by Jasper Morrison exploit the advantageous natural properties of cork: it is comparatively...
Cork