Modern Building and Garden Elements
MODERN STYLE
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Style: Modern
Color: Black
Monumental Architectural Pottery Marilyn Kay Austin Pot
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A satin black monumental Marilyn Kay Austin wide mouth high fired clay designer pot / planter. These pots came in a wide range of related shapes and sizes often used by designers, la...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pottery
Melon Legs Base Swing Chair Modern 21st Century Steel Daybed in/Outdoor White
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Melon Lounger is inspired by a hammock - but with its structured hard frame it will not fold in and is thus hugely comfortable.
It’s organic shape is reminiscent of a slice of f...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Sun Bubble Hanging Swing Chair Modern Steel In / Outdoor Black, 21st Century
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The bubble hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel.
The is available in modern patterns that are striking in its visual appeal.
The ch...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Modern Steel Basket Hanging Swing Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The basket twig hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel. It is simple and striking in its visual appeal.
The pattern detail is inspired by nature and reminiscent of th...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Black Marble Low Pedestal Cylinder
By Casa Mineral
Located in Mexico City, MX
Monterrey black marble carved cylinder. Handmade in Mexico by local craftsmen. Production time: 6-8 weeks for items without marble / 13-14 weeks for marble pieces. Shipping +10 addi...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Hoodoo Stacks, Sculptural Concrete Planters by OPIARY (H50"-78")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
These modern, elongated towers are an organic, elegant, and chic way to introduce nature and sculpture into your space. They are named after the geological term for tall thin rock spires protruding from the bottom of an arid drainage basin or badland. Unlike spires, hoodoos have a variable thickness often described as having a "totem pole-shaped body". Hoodoos are common to the Great Plains...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Modern Circular Steel Wheel Hanging Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Wheel hanging swing chair is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece.
The pattern detail is inspired by nature and rem...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Custom Modern Fire Screen in Polished Nickel and Tempered Glass
Located in New York, NY
This custom fire screen features a frameless pane of ½" thick tempered glass mounted on a pair of polished nickel feet. This design is customizable,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Nickel
Patio or Garden Dining Room Table in Wrought Iron with Glass Top
Located in Miami, FL
Patio or garden dining room table in wrought iron with glass top
Indoor & Outdoor
Estructure measurements:
Depth 27.5 in
Width 47.24 in
Height 29.52 in.
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Large Fireplace Grate for Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, NL
Made of 1.4 cm (0.55") thick steel bars.
All sizes of the fire grate of fireplace rack are outside sizes. Distance between the beams is 26.5 cm (10.44...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Large Fireplace Grate for Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, NL
Made of 1.4 cm (0.55") thick steel bars.
All sizes of the fire grate of fireplace rack are outside sizes. Distance between the beams is 26.5 cm (10.44...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Fireplace Grate for Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, NL
Made of 1.4 cm (0.55") thick steel bars.
All sizes of the fire grate of fireplace rack are outside sizes. Distance between the beams is 26.5 cm (10.44...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Wicker Sculptural Patio Seating & Tables, 8 Pieces
Located in Elkton, MD
This exceptional indoor/outdoor ensemble includes a 3-seat sofa, 4 chairs, a coffee table, and two ottomans/stools. Crafted with high-quality weather-resistant artificial wicker mate...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker
Opinion Ciatti Fermaporte Cylindrical Doorstop
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fermaporte by Lapo Ciatti are ready made simple yet sophisticated objects. Essential in shape but refined in materials. A marble cylinder mounted on a shiny 24-karat gold-plated stee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Deca Planter in Black By Force/Collide, Size Large, 2023
Located in Seattle, WA
Force/Collide's award-winning signature planter is an ongoing production available in multiple colors and sizes. This original design is a nod to playful perspectives and spatial relationships. Proportions are thoughtful in aesthetic while optimizing function and user flexibility. The potting basin is built with extra volume for plants to grow, while integral legs serve as a built-in stand. The Deca Planter...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
FLOS Ipnos Outdoor Floor Lamp in Black by Nicoletta Rossi & Guido Bianchi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created by the dynamic team of Rossi and Bianchi, IPNOS mixes illusion with function—and the result is nothing short of magical. LED lights line the top of its skeletal frame, protec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Small Steel Chiminea Fire Pit Outdoor Fireplace
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Not your normal chiminea or fireplace. This high design, raw steel sculptural piece will make a statement in any outdoor space. Functionally, it is perfect on that cold evening, but ...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Sunbrella Sage & Black Powdercoat Sofa
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Outdoor Collection sofa was designed to be as comfortable as it is modern and durable. It can be used on its own or paired with other elements of the Outdoor Collection to create a larger sectional. The stretch webbing base creates a soft lounging...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Custom Modernist Black Powdercoat & Tempered Glass Firescreen by High Style Deco
Located in New York, NY
This custom modernist fire screen was custom made by artisans in New York State exclusively for High Style Deco. It features a frameless pane of ½" thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Steel Fire Pit Chiminea Outdoor Fireplace by Koby Knoll Click
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Not your normal chiminea or fireplace. This high design, raw steel sculptural piece will make a statement in any outdoor space. Functionally, it is perfect on that cold evening, but ...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Black Basketball Backboard, Rim and Chain
Located in Portland, OR
Solid blackened oak backboard with powder coated hoop and chain. Regulation size, though can be made to custom dimensions or with other wood species. Comes with wall mounting bracket...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Oak
James de Wulf Concrete Mini Round Side Table, Available Now
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The item available is offered is 16" Dia x 16" H, in Natural Tone.
If we were to give this little table a persona, it would be our little pup. Always extending a happy welcome home ...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Handmade Modern Blackened Steel Fireplace Tool Set with Shovel and Poker
By Redsoul
Located in Seattle, WA
This modern and sleek fireplace tool set includes one shovel and one poker. It is hand fabricated and hand blackened to perfection. Pair it up with our hand fabricated Fireplace Scre...
Category
2010s North American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Large Fireplace Grate for Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, NL
Made of 1.4 cm (0.55") thick steel bars.
All sizes of the fire grate of fireplace rack are outside sizes. Distance between the beams is 26.5 cm (10.44...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Small Fireplace Grate for Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, NL
Made of 1.4 cm (0.55") thick steel bars.
All sizes of the fire grate of fireplace rack are outside sizes. Distance between the beams is 26.5 cm (10.44...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Giorgio Collection Dune Outdoor Garden Bar Stool Light Grey
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Dune Outdoor Barstool in special treated fabric.
Cushion filling in waterproof dacron. Structure in combination of satined black m...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Concrete Barchan Planter by OPIARY (L42", W28", H10")
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, planters, and sculpture. Through the ethos of biophilia, our work reflects the shifting, yet timeless relationship between humans and nature.
This modern, lightweight concrete planter features an organic silhouette and earthy aesthetic that compliments the live plants inside it. The Barchan is handmade in our Brooklyn studio and can be produced in the color or finish of your choice.
Opiary planters...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
79" Outdoor Metal Console Finished In Anthracite Grey
Located in New York, NY
The outdoor console is constructed with a sturdy iron structure and features an anthracite grey finish. Its top and middle shelf are crafted from resin, offering a sleek matte white ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Customizable Outdoor Kitchen With Emperador Marble and Stainless Steel
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Zest Kitchen
Designed to withstand the demands of an outdoor kitchen, the Zest kitchen is built with durability in mind. The marble countertops are sealed to protect against stains...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Michael Gustavson Ceramic Indoor/Outdoor Bench or small table "The Arrival""
Located in Glen Ellen , CA
Dimensions: 34" long x 13.5" deep x 19.5" high. California sculptor Michael Gustavson's colorful "The Arrival" ceramic bench or small table is made from hand-built clay. It is very w...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Modern Customizable Marble Outdoor Kitchen With Extension
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Senses Kitchen
With the usual high-performance materials and a modern design, this kitchen was designed to adapt to different spaces and needs, due to the possibility of adding or ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Black Minimalist Watering Can
Located in Geneve, CH
Black minimalist watering can
Dimensions: D 55.3 x W 26 x H 34.1 cm
Materials: Steel.
Also available in gold.
The opening of the GLOBE watering can is elegantly off-centered,...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Black Cacao Saddle Swing Handmade Crochet Outdoor-Indoor Hammock Seat
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The IOTA Saddle Swings are lightweight and compact. They are good for enjoying the outdoors and kids love them too. You can easily take the hammock like swing with you to hang during...
Category
2010s Israeli Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Acrylic, Polyester, Teak
Black Cacao Saddle Swing Handmade Crochet Outdoor-Indoor Hammock Seat
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The IOTA Saddle Swings are lightweight and compact. They are good for enjoying the outdoors and kids love them too. You can easily take the hammock like swing with you to hang during...
Category
2010s Israeli Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Polyester, Teak, Acrylic
Giorgio Collection Outdoor Garden Bar Table with Stone Top
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Dune Outdoor Garden Collection Outdoor Bar table Stone Top
Outdoor Bar table in combination of satined black metal treated in cataphoresis and Black woven cordage....
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Stainless Steel
21st Century Black Saddle Swing Handmade Crochet Outdoor Hammock Seat
By iota
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
The IOTA Saddle Swings are lightweight and compact. They are good for enjoying the outdoors and kids love them too. You can easily take the hammock like swing with you to hang during...
Category
2010s Israeli Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Acrylic, Polyester, Teak
21st Century Antique Glass & Steel Fireplace Insert
Located in London, GB
21st century antique glass & steel fireplace insert
Hand made antique glass slips frame with black steel back box chamber.
Suitable for, gas fire, bio-ethanol fire or decorative p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Black Pedestal Column in the Modern Style, circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A modern black laminate veneered pedestal column stand, circa late 20th century, 1970s. A great piece for sculpture, art, plant, display, etc. Parcel shipping available. Dimensions: 11" Square x 36" Height.
Italian footed bowl...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Laminate, Wood
Outdoor Coffee Table with Rust Powdercoat
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, the Stephen Kenn Outdoor Collection is composed o...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Vayu Solid Stone Sculptural Bathtub
By Farrah Sit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Realized in Azul Lagoa stone, this sculptural bath embodies a sensual reduction of form. The design transforms the heavy stone with a beguiling levity. Inspirations draw from a dream...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Antique Smelting Pot
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This large antique smelting pot was used for glass blowing and is a great example of industrial art. It is an object that was made to serve a pur...
Category
Early 20th Century French Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Outdoor Coffee Table Black Stainless Steel Base + Square Honed Stone Top
By Ten10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ten10 1.2.3 Series outdoor coffee table. Stainless steel base powder coated semi-gloss black with a 40" square 3/4" thick stone top in honed granite or honed Carrara marble.
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite, Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel
Bdlove Outdoor Planter by Ross Lovegrove
Located in Geneve, CH
BDLove outdoor planter by Ross Lovegrove
Dimensions: D 100 x W 136 x H 48 cm
Materials: Rotomolded polyethylene in anthracite gray. 100% recycled a...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Polystyrene
Fireplace Grate for Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, NL
Made of 1.4 cm (0.55") thick steel bars.
All sizes of the fire grate of fireplace rack are outside sizes. Distance between the beams is 26.5 cm (10.44...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Black Lighted Pedestal Column Pillar Stand or Table, circa 1970s Modern
Located in New York, NY
A substantial and well-made black high-gloss pedestal column pillar stand or table, in a hexagon shape, glass top, and internal illumination, Po...
Category
1970s Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass, Wood
Bench with Back in Black Stainless Steel and Black Water-Resistant Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Trace outdoor bench two seat
Perfect to be combined with the Trace Collection lounge set this outdoor furniture piece is available in different colors and materials.
The whole design of this contemporary outdoor bench...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Frank Lloyd Wright 1970 Relief in Solid Cast Dark Grey Concrete and Metal Frame
Located in København K, 84
This rich and heavy concrete relief with the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright image witch he used for his famous 1924 Ennis House ( Backdrop the film Blade Runner) in the Los Angeles area w...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Marble Pedestal by I.S.G.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic varigated marlbe pedestal is a custom one-of-a-kind piece created by the Iconic Snob Galeries.
Note: The color is a mottled gray and when the light hits it c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Aluminum
Comtemporary Block Coffee Table in Fiberglass
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Even center table.
The Even center table stands out due to its uniform and robust design, with faceted corners that conceide it a elegant touch. The design of this side table was ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Outdoor Woven Rope Dining Chair In Black Teak
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
The Material: Our products use taut, clean, and highly tenacious rope made of 100% polyester. What makes this material special is because the characteristic of polyester that is extr...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Black Marble Tall Pedestal Cylinder
Located in Mexico City, MX
Monterrey black marble tall carved cylinder. Handmade in Mexico by local craftsmen. Production time: 6-8 weeks for items without marble / 13-14 weeks for marble pieces. Shipping +10 ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Black & Charcoal Outdoor Lounge Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, the Outdoor Collection by Stephen Kenn is composed of steel frames that have been zin...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Ceramic Hex Planter in Chrome Green by BZIPPY
Located in Sun Valley, CA
Ceramic Hex Planter in Chrome Green. Made to order.
BZIPPY ceramic goods are one-of-a-kind stoneware / earthenware editions including furniture, planter...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Round Vintage Slate Side Table
Located in Houston, TX
Round vintage slate side table from France, raised upon two-part shaped slate base.
Patina from decades of outdoor use can be removed, if requested, at ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Slate
Black & Tan Outdoor Lounge Chair
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, this collection is composed of steel frames that have been zinc primed and powder coa...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Gathering Heat by Christian and Jade
Located in Geneve, CH
Gathering heat by Christian and Jade
Gathering heat
Year: 2019
Material: Smoked glass, steel, Lavastone, bioethanol system
Size: H 62, L 100, W ...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Entity Circle Shower II by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Entity circle shower II by Marmi Serafini
Materials: Emperador brown marble.
Dimensions: D 80 x W 80 x H 6 cm
Available in other marbles.
Can be positioned either in a traditio...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Opera Romeo Washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Opera Romeo washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Materials: Verde Guatemala marble.
Dimensions: D 48 x W 58 x H 17 cm
Available in other marbles.
Tap not included.
One of the most beloved operas set...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Modern building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Myface, Aimee Wilder, sicis, and Bari Ziperstein. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $10 and tops out at $375,000 while the average work can sell for $2,919.
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