Dutch-Kiwi designer Sabine Marcelis’s work is at the forefront of contemporary material innovation in product and installation design. She works with glass manufacturers and more, forging partnerships across her industry to bring her ambitiously experimental projects to fruition.
Marcelis’s focus is on allowing happenstance sensory experiences to emerge by juxtaposing combinations of unlikely materials and colors. She was educated at the Design Academy Eindhoven and since founding her eponymous studio in 2011 in Rotterdam in the Netherlands, she has built a remarkable roster of clients in fashion, architecture and art.
Marcelis has created signature pieces for the likes of Rem Koolhaas’s architecture firm OMA, high-fashion labels Fendi and Isabel Marant and luxury beauty brand Aēsop. She has also exhibited at the Salone del Mobile in Milan and won Wallpaper* magazine’s Designer of the Year award for 2020.
Marcelis was invited to create a sculptural intervention for the interiors of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich’s iconic Barcelona Pavilion, which saw the debut of the pair’s timeless Barcelona chair in 1929. For her “No Fear of Glass” exhibition, the designer subverted the original request made to van der Rohe to “not use too much glass” by designing chaise longues, pillar lights and a fountain that feature glass as the main material. The rest of her work is informed by a similarly sophisticated playfulness, as evident in the charming forms she creates — she has designed doughnut-shaped rugs, the multifunctional resin Candy Cube side tables and colorful asymmetrical glass mirrors.
Marcelis has the rare ability to create dynamic and fluid experiences by pushing the limits of craftsmanship. While her enchanting seating, lighting and other furnishings may appear effortless due to their fluid and simple forms, they are the result of relentless attention to detail and venturesome experiments with materiality.
Shop a variety of Sabine Marcelis's designs on 1stDibs.
Vermillion Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vermillion Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis Bold and luminous, the Vermillion Stedelijk Chair brings a vibrant energy to Sabine Marcelis’ sculptural design. The rich, fiery hue ac...
Aluminum
Vermillion Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis, 2025, Modernist
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vermillion Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis Bold and luminous, the Vermillion Stedelijk Chair brings a vibrant energy to Sabine Marcelis’ sculptural design. The rich, fiery hue ac...
Aluminum
Sabine Marcelis, Stedelijk Chair, Set of 2, Aluminium, Modernism, 2024
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Stedelijk Chair is the first chair by Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Commissioned by the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, renowned for its design collection, it has a strong characte...
Aluminum
Sabine Marcelis, Stedelijk Chair, Aluminium, Modernist, 2024
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Stedelijk Chair is the first chair by Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Commissioned by the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, renowned for its design collection, it has a strong characte...
Aluminum
2025 Sabine Marcelis for Hem Boa Pouf / Ottoman in Sulfer Yellow
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Boa Pouf, designed by Sabine Marcelis for Hem in 2021. This particular piece was produced in Poland in 2025. The pouf is comprised of a wooden structure surrounded by polyu...
Wood, Fabric
Cream Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis, Modernist, 2025
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cream Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis Soft and understated, the Cream Stedelijk Chair highlights Sabine Marcelis’ mastery of form through a warm, neutral tone that enhances its s...
Aluminum
Black Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Black Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis Refined and architectural, the Black Stedelijk Chair embodies Sabine Marcelis’ minimalist vision with a bold, contemporary edge. The deep ma...
Aluminum
Sabine Marcelis Single Chaise Lounge From the series “No Fear of Glass”, 2019
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sabine Marcelis From the series “No Fear of Glass” Manufactured by Sabine Marcelis Produced in exclusive for SIDE GALLERY Rotterdam, The Netherlands 2019 Layered curved glass, Trave...
Cut Glass
Cream Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cream Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis Soft and understated, the Cream Stedelijk Chair highlights Sabine Marcelis’ mastery of form through a warm, neutral tone that enhances its s...
Aluminum
$994Sale Price / item|20% Off
STEDELIJK COLOUR Chair by Sabine Marcelis for BD Barcelona
By BD Barcelona Design, Sabine Marcelis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Stedelijk Chair is the first chair by born Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Originally created in raw aluminum for the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, it now comes in a selected palet...
Aluminum
Sabine Marcelis, Stedelijk Chair, Aluminium, Modernism, 2024
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Stedelijk Chair is the first chair by Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Commissioned by the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, renowned for its design collection, it has a strong characte...
Aluminum
Sabine Marcelis, Stedelijk Chair, Set of 3, Aluminium, Modernism, 2024
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Stedelijk Chair is the first chair by Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Commissioned by the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, renowned for its design collection, it has a strong characte...
Aluminum
Black Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis, 2025, Modernist
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Black Stedelijk Chair by Sabine Marcelis Refined and architectural, the Black Stedelijk Chair embodies Sabine Marcelis’ minimalist vision with a bold, contemporary edge. The deep ma...
Aluminum
Sabine Marcelis, Stedelijk Chair, Set of 3, Aluminium, Modernist, 2024
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Stedelijk Chair is the first chair by Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Commissioned by the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, renowned for its design collection, it has a strong characte...
Aluminum
Sabine Marcelis, Stedelijk Chair, Set of 2, Aluminium, Modernist, 2024
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Stedelijk Chair is the first chair by Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Commissioned by the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, renowned for its design collection, it has a strong characte...
Aluminum
$1,243Sale Price / item|20% Off
STEDELIJK Chair by Sabine Marcelis for BD Barcelona
By Sabine Marcelis, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Stedelijk Chair is the first chair by Dutch designer Sabine Marcelis. Commissioned by the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, renowned for its design collection, it has a strong characte...
Aluminum
Sabine Marcelis Double Chaise Longue from the Series “No Fear of Glass”, 2019
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sabine Marcelis Double chaise longue From the series “No Fear of Glass” Manufactured by Sabine Marcelis Produced in exclusive for SIDE GALLER...
Cut Glass
Customize Ottoman/Pouf
Located in Brecht, BE
This ottoman/pouf was made in our workshop with old velvet fabric from the 1950s.
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Modernist Hoop Chairs
Located in Los angeles, CA
Pair of Modernist Hoop Chairs
Iron
Chair by Deborah Ehrlich
By Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Constructed by a master craftsman as well as talented sculptor - the simplicity and elegance of these chairs can only come to life with the very best of his talent. He uses tradition...
Ash, Hickory, Oak
$782 / item
H 31.89 in W 18.12 in D 20.08 in
Mosquito Chair in Vermillion Red Oak, Wooden Frame + Plywood, Mid-Century Modern
By Niko Kralj
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Named after its wing-like seat, the Mosquito chair is a genuine eyecatcher, an elegant piece with a touch of poetry. This innovative design proved too d...
Oak
Sebastian Chair by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As Shown: Solid walnut with walnut veneer/Solid ash with ash veneer Shown in grey wool fabric Oil/Whitewashed finish Dimensions: 33” H x 17.5” W x 19.5” D Offered in a variety of har...
Ash
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Ivory Cowhide
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cut...
Cowhide
Pedro Friedeberg Hand Chair Mexican Modernism
By Pedro Friedeberg
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, an iconic hand chair by Pedro Friedeberg. Mexican modernism. Signed underneath. Dimensions: 37.5" H x 22.5" D x 22.5" W, Seat 18" H Delivery within 200 mi...
Wood
Zebra Ottoman Pouf with legs
By Jose Gomez
Located in Saint Louis, US
This 4 legged sturdy ottoman pouf is made from the finest zebra hide of the South African savannah. This exotic piece is perfect for adding texture and depth to any space. The myster...
Zebra Hide, Foam, Wood
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Zebra
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cut...
Zebra Hide
Bamboo Ottoman or Pouf
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
Nice circular bamboo footrest, ottoman. Comes with upholstered pad top, in black fabric. Measures: Diameter at top 19" x diameter at bottom 16".
Upholstery, Bamboo
Pipo Chair by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Chair
Located in Guatemala, GU
Other Specifications: -Seating Height: 15.6" -Armrest Height: 25.1" -Chair made of 37 Laminated Plywood Birch sections from Nordic Forests. -Weight Capacity: 350 pounds. -Usage:...
Plywood
Ottoman pouf DROVA 4 in White color by WOO
By Dmitriy Kozinenko
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 – A Stylish and Functional Accent for Modern Interiors The Ottoman Pouf Drova 4 is a versatile and stylish addition to any living sp...
Fabric, Plywood, Foam