Prolific jewelry designer John Brevard said it was a near-fatal childhood illness that led him to question the nature of human existence and its connection with the universe. Art and design would come to serve as an outlet for his self-expression, and Brevard’s visually engaging, cerebral and environmentally sustainable statement pieces embody the essence of 21st-century modernism.
Born in 1982 in Miami, Florida, Brevard had an intrinsic interest in nature and the arts as a child. However, at age 14, he contracted encephalitis and meningitis, leaving him comatose for several weeks. His recovery left him with a deep-seated desire to explore broad philosophical questions about human existence.
“There’s nothing more inspiring than the universe,” Brevard told Haute Living in 2014. “I’m influenced by realms of existence beyond our five physical senses ... alternate dimensions beyond our normal waking state consciousness.”
The experience, Brevard claimed, “served as the catalyst for his design philosophy and work ethic,” and he pursued a career in the arts, graduating with degrees in architecture and design.
In 2007, Brevard established his namesake brand. Its offerings included jewelry, accessories, handbags, shoes, furniture, art and more. He opened his first pop-up showroom in 2010 in Wynwood — an arts and culture district in Miami — where he displayed his visual art, which was listed in the Miami New Times’ “Best of Miami.”
Brevard launched his first luxury jewelry line in 2012 with fashion rings, pendant necklaces and cuff bracelets made of gold and silver, and embellished with precious stones. He opened his first permanent atelier and appointment-only showroom in Coral Gables the following year.
In 2015, Brevard opened his first flagship store in New York City and gained membership to the Council of Fashion Designers of America. He also launched Thoscene — a unique customization software that uses an astrological algorithm to create jewelry and accessories based on the time, date and location of a person’s birth.
Today, Brevard’s jewelry and other works can be found in galleries and retailers worldwide and have been featured in magazines such as Vogue, Forbes and Vanity Fair.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of John Brevard rings, necklaces, bracelets and more.
$25,000 / item
Handmade Teak Sun Chair – Sculptural Parametric Design
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This Handmade Functional Sculptural Parametric Teak Sun Chair by John Brevard is 1 of a series of 25 pieces in the collection. Unlike other contemporary pieces, this piece is hand ma...
Teak
Outdoor Sun Lounge, Modern Brazilian Design
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This outdoor Sun-lounge is made in hardwood and metal, without visible solderings for the ultimate modern visuals, this interesting multi-finish structure ...
Metal
$2,347 / item
H 10.63 in W 29.34 in D 76.78 in
Lyora FSC Teak Wood And Ethereal Fabric Upholstery Sun Lounger by SNOC
Located in Geneve, CH
Lyora FSC Teak Wood And Ethereal Fabric Upholstery Sun Lounger by SNOC Dimensions: D 195 x W 74,5 x H 27 cm. SH: 27 cm. Materials: Teak wood and Ethereal fabric. A delicate mid-cen...
Fabric, Teak
$8,993 / item
H 36.7 in W 25.6 in D 47.3 in
Sculptural Handmade Chaise Lounge Black Smoke Steel & Natural Tobacco Leather
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The HUG contemporary chaise longue is defined by a light, ethereal aesthetic, where the subtle oscillation of a 16 mm cold-bent steel rod frame meets the exceptional flexibility of d...
Brass, Steel
19th Century Anglo-Indian Teak Plantation Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Indoor or outdoor British Colonial, Anglo Indian teak plantation or planters chair with cane seat and back. Wonderful weathered wood patina.
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Rattan Lounge Chair
By Franco Albini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous sculptural rattan chaise lounge chair attributed to Franco Albini. Rattan is tightly woven over a brass plated steel frame. Very strong and rigid frame. In excellent vintage...
Brass, Steel
$3,876 / item
H 34.25 in W 23.63 in D 58 in
Teak Chaise Longue with Off-White Fabric and Vintage-Inspired Design, Wave Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Hialeah, FL
A Wave chaise longue by Larissa Batista for Uultis, in teak wood and upholstered in off-white fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Wave chaise longue, designed...
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
$5,993 / item
H 34 in W 27.2 in D 57.1 in
Lolo Chair by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Lounge Chair
Located in Guatemala, GU
Other Specifications: -Seating Height: 10.1" -Chair made of 38 Laminated Plywood Birch sections from Nordic Forests. -Weight Capacity: 350 pounds. -Usage: Indoors. Outdoor use on...
Plywood
$7,366 / item
H 39.1 in W 29.1 in D 55.1 in
Neca Chair by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Guatemala, GU
Other specifications: -Seating height: 15.5" -Chair made of 40 laminated plywood birch sections from Nordic Forests. -Weight capacity: 350 pounds. -Usage: Indoors. Outdoor use on...
Plywood
$1,692Sale Price|57% Off
H 95 in W 150 in D 66 in
Sculptural Chaise Longue 1980 Paolo Passerini Minimal Design
By Paolo Passerini
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sculptural chaise longue 1980 Paolo Passerini Minimal design, frame in black lacquered iron rod, cushion lined with chenille gray velvet.
Metal
1950's Dutch Design Lounge Chair set
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Dutch Design Lounge Chair set. Made in the Netherlands, 1950's. Faux leather, two different colors red skai with beech armrests and legs. The armchairs are ...
Faux Leather, Beech
$26,746 / item
H 31.5 in W 125.6 in D 55.12 in
Modern Galapinhos Teak OUTDOOR Curved Sofa, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Galapinhos Curved Sofa, Contemporary OUTDOOR Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Galapinhos curved sofa brings the essence of nature indoors...
Onyx, Travertine, Stainless Steel
$3,876
H 34.25 in W 23.63 in D 57.09 in
Teak Chaise Longue with Black Fabric and Vintage-Inspired Design, Wave Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Hialeah, FL
A Wave teak wood indoor chaise longue designed by Larissa Batista for Uultis, upholstered in black fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*...
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
$13,137 / set
H 36.7 in W 25.6 in D 47.3 in
Handmade Sculptural Chaise Longue & Pouf Black Smoke Metal & Blue Navy Leather
By Jover + Valls
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary chaise longue and ottoman is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 16 / 12 mm is complemented by the flexibil...
Brass, Steel
1970s Karim Rashid Sculptural Walnut Lounge Wave Chair Chaise
By Karim Rashid
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, wood chaise you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful chaise is statement piec...
Wood
$22,633
H 36 in W 25 in D 76 in
Rare Pair of Knoll International Sun Loungers, 1966 Mid-Century Modern Design
Located in Nottingham, GB
A rare opportunity to acquire an original pair of 1966 adjustable chaise lounges by renowned American designer Richard Schultz for Knoll International. In the mid-1960s, Florence Kn...
Upholstery
Functional Sculptural Parametric Sun Chair
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This Handmade Functional Sculptural Parametric Teak Sun Chair by John Brevard is 1 of a series of 25 pieces in the collection. Unlike other contemporary pieces, this piece is hand ma...
Teak