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.
$46,987 / item
Hex solid teak table and chairs set
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This limited edition collection was designed by John Brevard in 2019 and inspired by sacred geometry. Each piece is hand made and created in a set of 20. These pieces can be customiz...
Teak
American Classical Style Solid Pine and Brass Pedestal Center Table
Located in Germantown, MD
American Classical style solid pine and brass pedestal quad feet center table. Top will come off for easy handling or storage. Measuring 36 i...
Brass
Mar solid ash wood Coffee Table
By Capital Studio
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Mar coffee table, with contemporary style, was designed from the interaction and conversation that arise around a central table. This piece of furniture was born to smooth the in...
Wood, Ash
$3,472 / item
H 29.93 in W 86.62 in D 43.31 in
Minimalist-style "Planos" dining table in solid wood and painted steel
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
This dining table, made of solid wood in a minimalist style, was Inspired by modernist architectural projects and the grace of its structures, which Alessandra Delgado used to design...
Steel
$4,400
H 17 in W 59 in D 21 in
John Stuart Solid Teak Rolled Edges Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table Mint!
By France & Søn, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Stuart solid teak rolled Edges Danish Mid-Century Modern coffee table mint!
Teak
$4,500
H 16 in W 60 in D 20 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Solid Teak Rectangle Coffee Table Tapered Dowel Legs
By France & Søn, Peter Hvidt
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern solid teak rectangle coffee table tapered dowel legs. Hans Wegner, Peter Hvidt decor.
Teak
$2,042
H 21.66 in W 53.55 in D 32.68 in
Rare Solid Teak Mid-Century Modern Retro Dyrlund Coffee or Centre Table
By Dyrlund
Located in Markington, GB
A rare and beautifully crafted mid-century modern coffee / centre table by Dyrlund, showcasing the exceptional Danish craftsmanship and refined organic design for which the maker is ...
Teak
$2,800
H 22 in W 30 in D 20 in
Solid Teak Danish Mid Century Modern Side End Table by John Stuart MINT Stunning
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid Teak Danish Mid Century Modern Side End Table by John Stuart MINT Stunning!
Teak
Large Oversize Solid Teak Live Edge Coffee Table
By Phillip Lloyd Powell, George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern decor large and heavy, super sturdy solid chunk slab of teak coffee center table. Beautiful natural oil/varnish finish. May be used a base for larger glass top coffee table...
Teak
TOTEM Side Tables by AMBROZIA, Solid Walnut (Set)
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, QC
The Totem Side table is handmade from a thick solid wood surface. Offered in a Large & Small version , which can be paired as set of nesting table. The solid wood surfaces has an han...
Wood, Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Solid Cedar Round Coffee Table
Located in Paris, FR
Coffee table solid Cedar round all hand-crafted in solid cedar wood. Treated with natural pine extracts. Solid cedar wood include movement, cracks and changes in wood conditions, t...
Cedar
$7,488
H 28.35 in W 64.18 in D 55.91 in
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard Solid Teak Dining Table with Drop-leaves
By Søborg Møbelfabrik, Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in London, GB
Listed here are two chests of drawers sold separately. These pieces are part of a large group of bedroom furniture designed by Hvidt & Mølgaard and made by Søborg Møbler in th...
Teak
Round Solid Thick Oiled Teak Top Lucite Legs Dining Table
By George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Round 48 " in diameter Mid-Century Modern thick solid top Nakashima influence dining table. Unusual wood and bent Lucite combination design legs. Measures: 1.5". There is one line n...
Teak
$1,769 / item
H 21 in Dm 18 in
Set of Three Teak Wood Accent Tables with Retro Cone Legs, Pan Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Hialeah, FL
A set of three accent tables designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, made of teak wood, with circular tops and cone shaped legs. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. This e...
Teak
$3,200
H 16 in W 41 in D 38 in
Rolled Edge Solid Teak Top Square Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table Mint!
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Rolled Edge solid teak top square Danish Mid-Century Modern coffee table mint!
Teak
Solid Bronze Glass Top Center Table
Located in New York, NY
Solid Bronze Glass Top Center Table with clear Glass top & loose vinyl top. Solid polished & sealed bronze base. Base width 24”base height...
Bronze