The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
$552 / item
Floral Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Colors
By Theia Tiles
Located in Lisbon, PT
Gathering inspiration from gardens in bloom, Floral is an homage to duality; where delicate flowers are portrayed with straight lines, hard edges and solid shadows, resulting in a ti...
Ceramic
$665 / item
Tejo Small Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Colors
By Theia Tiles
Located in Lisbon, PT
Tejo is rooted in the ancient Portuguese nautical tradition. An iconic collection inspired by the ocean, composed of two tiles with different sizes, which together create a vibrating...
Ceramic
$483 / item
Sarah Ceramic Tile Hand Painted
By Theia Tiles
Located in Lisbon, PT
Theia Tiles and Maison Sarah Lavoine have partnered to create a collection of gem-like tiles. There are two graphic models, available in six iconic colou...
Ceramic
$587 / item
Prisma Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Colors
By Theia Tiles
Located in Lisbon, PT
Movement is essential in this tile, with crisp lines, strong shapes and solid shadows coming together in a rhythmic tridimensionality. Prisma is a polygonal tile that creates a kalei...
Ceramic
Set of 2 Polished Aluminium PSL Handles by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Polished Aluminium PSL Handles by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 2 x D 3 x H 9 cm Materials: Aluminum Also available in XL dimensions 20.5 x 2.6 x 1.6 cm PSL handle (Pull, Slide, Lift) This versatile handle can be used for cabinetry, sliding doors and sash windows...
Aluminum
$195 / item
Unique Venice Knob by Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Venice Knob by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 5.5 x H 5.5 cm Materials: Handblown glass, Brass Slotted square 7 mm, Clamping Screw Variations of colours available....
Brass
Ercole Large Fire Pit by AK47 Design
By AK47 Design
Located in Boston, MA
Ercole large fire pit by AK47 Design Grey concrete fire pit Ø2500 mm. Ercole is a outdoor wood-burning fire pit. It is born by the union of two...
Concrete
$476 / item
Ego Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Colors
By Theia Tiles
Located in Lisbon, PT
Tua is a rhombus shaped tile that plays with volumetry, allowing the same tile to unfold in an array of shapes, which go from stellar constellations to elegant waves. The Tua collect...
Ceramic
$439 / item
Stripes Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Colors
By Theia Tiles
Located in Lisbon, PT
The 1960's were a time of change and iconic design. Stripes pays homage to this decade. There are two tile designs with different striped patterns, which together can create an immen...
Ceramic
$1,824 / item
Set Medium by Marc Thorpe
Located in Geneve, CH
Set medium by Marc Thorpe Dimensions: W 42 x D 45 x H 66 cm Materials: powder coated metal structure, with / without pad in light grey cuoio. Outdoor suitable. American archi...
Metal
Art Glass Decorative Panel for Multiple Uses Dimension Customizable Solid Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Special slabs available Two-sided Curved Extra treatments Temper glass Non-slip finishing Special glasses Borosilicate glass Finishings Chrome, Opalescent, Satin Us...
Art Glass
Set of 2 Aluminum Cove Handle by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Aluminum Cove Handle by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 5 x D 3 x H 25 cm Materials: Aluminum Each piece is sand cast and rumbled finished. Aluminium pull handles are manufact...
Aluminum
Flooring Top Quality Thassos Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Flooring Top Quality Gold Travertine Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Salasco Green Bianco Americano, Thassos, Verde Luna Marbles € 2.760 Salasco Brown Amarelo Marlena, Giallo Antico, Travertino Marbles € 2.880 Salasco Grey Fior Di Bosco...
Marble
$40,170 / item
Zero Small Aluminium Fire Pit by AK47 Design
By AK47 Design
Located in Boston, MA
Zero small aluminium fire pit by AK47 design Zero is a wood-burning outdoor fire pit designed for special outdoor moments. Design and art come together, depicting fire with style...
Aluminum, Steel
$11,727 / item
Rock Crystal Wash Basin by ARTISS
Located in Geneve, CH
Rock crystal wash basin by ARTISS Dimensions: D 41.5 x H 1.65 cm Materials: Rock crystal ARTIS is named from artist, whose two -S" stands for natural gem and natural mother shell...
Rock Crystal
Organic Form, Rose Pink Fiberglass Hook by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Rose cobble hook by kar Dimensions: W 6 x D 5.5 x H 1 cm Materials: FRP Other colours available. Like a jade in the rough, it could be use as a hook or do...
Other
$7,036 / set
Set of 2 Oïrigami Shelf by Atelier oï
By Atelier Oï 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Oïrigami Shelf by Atelier oï Dimensions: W 180 x D27.5 x H 54.5 cm Materials: Walnut Finish Board, Black Or Grigio Peltro, Powder-Coated Metal Supports Oïrigami shelves...
Other
Set of 2 Polished Bronze PSL Handles by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Polished Bronze PSL Handles by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 2 x D 3 x H 9 cm Materials: Bronze Also available in XL dimensions 20.5 x 2.6 x 1.6 cm PSL Handle (Pull, Slide, Lift) This versatile handle can be used for cabinetry, sliding doors and sash windows...
Bronze
Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Meandros Black Black polished marble, black matt marble, Zerbino Glass mosaic insert : Platinum & Kori Price for square meter € 4.020 Meandros grey White O...
Marble
Set of 2 Polished Blackened Bronze PSL Handles by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Polished Blackened Bronze PSL Handles by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 2 x D 3 x H 9 cm Materials: Bronze, polished, heat treated Also available in XL dimensions 20.5 x 2.6 x 1.6 cm This versatile handle can be used for cabinetry, sliding doors and sash windows...
Bronze
Flooring Top Quality Crema Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Flooring Top Quality Black Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
$16,940 / set
Set of 10 Pink Crystal Tray by Artiss
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 10 Pink Crystal Tray by Artiss Dimensions: 35 x 15 cm, 20mm thick Materials: Crystal Also available in White Crystal Artis is named from artist, whose two -S" stands for nat...
Crystal
Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Tolox Green Marble: Bianco Americo, Black, Verde Luna Glass Mosaic : White Iridescent Price for square metrer € 2.820
Marble
Art Glass Decorative Panel for Multiple Uses Dimension Customizable Solid Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Special slabs available Two-sided Curved Extra treatments Temper glass Non-slip finishing Special glasses Borosilicate glass Finishings Chrome, Opalescent, Satin Uses Wall or flo...
Art Glass
Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Algar Grey Marbles : Grafite, Black marble, Zerbino Glass insert: Vis one Price for square meter € 2.200.
Marble
$3,518 / item
Oïrigami Shelf by Atelier Oï
By Atelier Oï 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Oïrigami shelf by Atelier oï Dimensions: W 180 x D27.5 x H 54.5 cm Materials: walnut finish board, black or grigio peltro, powder-coated metal supports Oïrigami shelves take the...
Other
Flooring Top Quality Emperador Light Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Toral Blue Marble: Azul macauba, Ebony, Statuario Price for square metrer € 2.760
Marble
Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Laberiz Marbles: Thassos, Bianco Carrara, Statuario Glass Mosaic: Vis One Price for square meter : € 2.880
Marble
$3,388 / item
Amethyst Wash Basin by Artiss
Located in Geneve, CH
Amethyst wash basin by ARTISS Dimensions:L 65 x W 34 x H 16.5 cm Materials: Rock crystal ARTIS is named from artist, whose two -S" stands for natural gem and natural mother shell. I...
Rock Crystal, Bronze
$11,728 / item
Rock Crystal Wash Basin by Artiss
Located in Geneve, CH
Rock crystal wash basin by Artiss Dimensions: D 41.5 x H 1.65 cm Materials: Rock crystal Artis is named from artist, whose two -S" stands for natural gem and natural mother shell...
Rock Crystal
Art Glass Decorative Panel for Multiple Uses Dimension Customizable Solid Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Special slabs available Two-sided Curved Extra treatments Temper glass Non-slip finishing Special glasses Borosilicate glass Finishings Chrome, Opalescent, Satin Us...
Art Glass
Art Glass Decorative Panel for Multiple Uses Dimension Customizable Solid Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Special slabs available Two-sided Curved Extra treatments Temper glass Non-slip finishing Special glasses Borosilicate glass Finishings Chrome, Opalescent, Satin Us...
Art Glass
Sculptural Door Handles, Daté Kan Stone Design by Okurayama
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural table - Unique Daté Kan stone design by Okurayama Materiel: Daté Kan Stone and forged iron Sculpted in the Okurayama's Studio in Miyagi's Prefecture, Japan Each creatio...
Stone
Contemporary Organic Form Organic Plain Black Fiberglass Screen by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Knead Screen by kar Dimensions: W 158 x D 56 x H 150. Materials: MDF frame. Available also in black. Kar, is the root of Sanskrit Karma, meaning karmic repetition. We seek the cause...
Other
$195 / item
Unique Milan Cabinet Knob by Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Milan cabinet knob by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 5 x H 2.5 cm Materials: Handblown glass, brass The Atelier George is a Frenc...
Brass
Flooring Glass Mosaic Tile with Gold Leaf Customizable for Indoor and Outdoor
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Smalto glass mosaic, consisting of tesserae from various collections mixed in varying percentages. 4mm nominal thickness, fiber mesh mounted, well bonded making it suitable for any w...
Glass
$195 / item
Unique Knob by Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Knob by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 5.5 x H 5.5 cm Materials: Handblown glass, Brass Slotted square 7 mm, Clamping Screw Variations of colors available. ...
Brass
Art Glass Decorative Panel for Multiple Uses Dimension Customizable Solid Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Special slabs available Two-sided Curved Extra treatments Temper glass Non-slip finishing Special glasses Borosilicate glass Finishings Chrome, Opalescent, Satin Us...
Art Glass
$4,027 / item
Metope Column by Joachim-Morineau Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Metope Column by Joachim-Morineau Studio Limited Edition of 8 Dimensions: H 110 x D 30 x W 30 cm, 18 kg Materials: Aluminium tubes, profiles, screws and sheets Possibility to have a ...
Aluminum
$4,027 / item
Tholos Column by Joachim-Morineau Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Metope column by Joachim-Morineau Studio Limited Edition of 8 Dimensions: H 110 x D 30 x W 30 cm, 20 kg Materials: Aluminium tubes, profiles, screws and sheets Possibility to have a ...
Aluminum
Set of 2 Brass Mini Cove Handle by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Brass Mini Cove Handle by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 5 x D 2 x H 9 cm Materials: Brass Each piece is sand cast and rumbled finished. Aluminium Pull Handle...
Brass
$17,202 / item
Bronze Sculpture by Artiss
Located in Geneve, CH
Bronze sculpture by Artiss Dimensions: L 67 x W 30 x H 57 cm Materials: Mlachite, Bronze Artiss is named from artist, whose two -S" stands for natural gem and natural mother shell. ...
Malachite, Bronze
Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Waterjet Marble Patterns Delicatissimum BEC1 Crema Marble Embroidered with Artistic Glass Mosaic € 4.020 Delicatissimum BEC3 Azul Bahia Marble Glass; Beig...
Marble
Art Glass Decorative Panel for Multiple Uses Dimension Customizable Solid Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Special slabs available Two-sided Curved Extra treatments Temper glass Non-slip finishing Special glasses Borosilicate glass Finishings Chrome, Opalescent, Satin Us...
Art Glass
Flooring Top Quality Pink Aurora Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Flooring Top Quality Carrara Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Flooring Glass Mosaic Tile with Gold Leaf Customizable for Indoor and Outdoor
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Smalto glass mosaic, one sided square shaped chips, metallic treated backing. Colibrì has a smooth surface and Colibrì Tide has a rippled surface. Slightly rounded edg...
Gold
Bronze Fire Hydrant Wrench by Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast bronze five hole fire hydrant wrench by Jones, USA. This piece can used for its original intention or for decorative purposes. Due to its weight it would be a perfect office pap...
Bronze
Flooring Top Quality Olive Green Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Flooring Top Quality Green Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Flooring Top Quality Bardiglio Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Flooring Top Quality Emperador Dark Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand
Marble
Floor Handmade Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Olson Taupe Marble : Fior di Bosco, Bianco Perlato Glass Mosaic : Vis One Price for square meter € 3.540 Olson Green Marble : ...
Marble
$588 / item
Tua Stripes Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Colors
By Theia Tiles
Located in Lisbon, PT
Tua is a rhombus shaped tile that plays with volumetry, allowing the same tile to unfold in an array of shapes, which go from stellar constellations to elegant waves. The Tua collect...
Ceramic
$576 / item
Tejo Big Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Colors
By Theia Tiles
Located in Lisbon, PT
Tejo is rooted in the ancient Portuguese nautical tradition. An iconic collection inspired by the ocean, composed of two tiles with different sizes, which together create a vibrating...
Ceramic