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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
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Concrete Echelon Planter by OPIARY (D20", H18")
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 Echelon 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
White Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa with Brown Leather Details
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa
Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the beautiful metallic details and the high-resistance m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Grey Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa
Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the beautiful metallic detai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Brown Leather Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa
Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the beautiful metallic detai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Leather Outdoor Weather Resistant Hanging Sofa
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable Outdoor Hanging Sofa
Designed to be enjoyed in good company, this 21st century contemporary outdoor hanging sofa keeps the beautiful metallic detai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
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
Italian Outdoor Coffee Tables in Hand Decorated Ceramic New Design Capperidicasa
By Capperidicasa, Amaaro
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Pair of contemporary Italian coffee tables suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, with round and triangular ceramic tops hand-decorated with spray-painted floral designs; matt bla...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
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
Gold Minimalist Watering Can
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Minimalist watering can
Dimensions: D 37.2 x W 17 x H 23.1 cm
Materials: Steel.
Also available in black.
The opening of the globe watering can is elegantly off-centered, mak...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Cobble Hook by kars
Located in Geneve, CH
Cobble hook by kars
Dimensions: W 6 x D 5.5 x H 1 cm.
Materials: FRP.
Other colors available.
Like a jade in the rough, it could be use as a hook or door ...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Other
Italian Outdoor Coffee Tables in Hand Decorated Ceramic New Design Capperidicasa
By Capperidicasa, Amaaro
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Pair of contemporary Italian coffee tables suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, with hexagonal and round ceramic tops hand-decorated with spray-painted floral designs; matt blac...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Modern Outdoor Garden Swing Chair in Earth Tones
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our Outdoor Sling hanging chair swing seat is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material.
The Slings can be ordered as ...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Patio Furniture Sofa Cover
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This ships free in the Continental US!
This patio furniture sofa cover is a perfect fit for our Suelo outdoor sofa. Our furniture is solid wood and...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Polyester
French Garden Daybed designed by Pierre Gonalons - ref. 213
Located in PARIS, FR
Aquamarine lacquered beech structure, decorative panels with trellis design. Outdoor coating. 1 backrest cushion and 2 armrest cushions.
It is a piece of furniture made by hand by t...
Category
2010s French Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Beech
Outdoor Basket Olive Green Molteni&C by Vincent van Duysen Design
Located in New York, NY
Outdoor Basket Olive Green Molteni&C by Vincent van Duysen Design
The Boulogne baskets capture the essence of the Outdoor Molteni&C collection in an el...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Plastic
Modern 2 Seater Porch Swing with Cushions
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Introducing the Studio Stirling Porch Swing: Modern Comfort Redefined
Experience the perfect blend of modernity and tradition with our Studio Stirling Porch Swing hanging chair. Han...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Italian Hand Decorated Ceramic Coffee Tables New Design Capperidicasa
By Capperidicasa, Amaaro
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Pair of contemporary Italian coffee tables suitable for both indoor and outdoor use,
with hexagonal and triangular ceramic top hand-decorated with spray-painted floral designs; matt ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
French Garden Large Armchair designed by Pierre Gonalons - ref. 214
Located in PARIS, FR
Bambou lacquered beech structure, decorative panels with trellis design. Outdoor coating. 1 backrest cushion and 2 armrests cushions.
It is a piece of furniture made by hand by the ...
Category
2010s French Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Beech
Pair of 'Méandre' Dark Bronze Outdoor Patio Chairs by Design Frères in COM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The outdoor version of our dark bronze Méandre™ chairs by DESIGN FRÈRES, in COM/COT.
Mesh seat and cushion upholstered for outdoor use.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Modern Steel Nest Shaped Swing Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Lucky Bean hanging chair swing seat is inspired by the pods and vibrant red seeds of the Lucky Bean or Coral tree, Erythrina Lysistemon – a species of deciduous tree that is nati...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Deca Planter in Mars By Force/Collide, Size Mini, 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Deca Planter in Mars 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Deca Planter in Mineral By Force/Collide, Size Mini, 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Deca Planter in Mineral By Force/Collide, Size Medium, 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Deca Planter in Mineral 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Deca Planter in Mars By Force/Collide, Size Small, 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Deca Planter in Mineral By Force/Collide, Size Small, 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Deca Planter in Mars By Force/Collide, Size Medium, 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Solid Wood Blue fabric Armchair Molteni&C by Giò Ponti Design D.150.5
By Molteni & C, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Outdoor Solid Wood Armchair Molteni&C by Giò Ponti Design D.150.5
The D.150.5 solid wood chaise longue, designed by Gio Ponti for the cruise ship And...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Modern Outdoor Pollock Sphere Side Table Parasol Base Fior Di Bosco Grey Marble
Located in Porto, PT
Pollock Fior di Bosco is a collector piece for outdoor’s lovers. The outdoor side table it is perfect for those sunny days and private sunset parties that combine gorgeousness with l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Modern 21st Century Steel Big Basket Lounger
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The big basket hanging chair or lounger in a twig pattern has an organic shape that creates a cozy feel. It is spacious and comfortable with ample room to r...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
"Tangram" Modular Seating System, Loro Piana Interiors Upholstery, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Our dream of a natural outdoor bed and seating system is now reality.
The basic shape is square, but it is easy and fun to reconfigure in many (many many...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Cotton, Linen, Natural Fiber, Wood
Modern Steel Recliner Daybed for Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Recliner lounger has elegantly curved lines & is sculptural and dynamic with a considered balance point.
Fluid & organic, it lends itself for use as a functional art piece with ...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
STRIKE Marble Sea Ranch Fireplace
By STRIKE by Chad Dorsey
Located in Dallas, TX
Designed and engineered by the Chad Dorsey Design studio, Strike is an original collection of fireplaces in luxurious finishes that create a compelling focal point to any bespoke liv...
Category
2010s North American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone, Marble
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...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rock Crystal
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
Contemporary Handmade Geometric Fireplace Screen "Rimbaud" in Brass by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary, handcrafted fireplace screen model "Rimbaud" in solid oxidized brass with cutout geometric pattern.
The screen is standing on a rectangular solid brass base.
The interl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Outdoor Dining Chair in White Stainless Steel and Light Blue Weatherproof Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Trace Outdoor Dining Chair
Perfect to be combined with the Trace outdoor dining table, this outdoor furniture piece is available in different colors and materials.
The whole desig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ceramic Hex Planter in Raw Terracotta by BZIPPY
Located in Sun Valley, CA
Ceramic Hex Planter in Raw Terracotta. Made to order.
BZIPPY ceramic goods are one-of-a-kind stoneware / earthenware editions including furniture, planters and home accessories.
...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
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 ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
"Gunga" Hanging Swing Chair in Aluminium and Naval Rope Handmade
Located in Centro, RS
The Gunga swing can be used in both indoor and outdoor areas.
Inspired by one of the most beautiful postcards in Brazil, Gunga beach in Alagoas. The swing represents Brazilianness t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Gold Minimalist Watering Can
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Minimalist watering can
Dimensions: D 37.2 x W 17 x H 23.1 cm
Materials: Steel.
Also available in black.
The opening of the globe watering can is elegantly off-centered...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Modernist Four-Piece Polished Nickel Fire Tool Set with Polished Brass Handles
Located in New York, NY
This elegant modernist four-piece fire tool set in polished nickel and polished brass was custom crafted by artisans in New York State exclusively for us. It features rectangular sol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Modern Leaf Shaped Comfortable Outdoor Daybed Lounger
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Leaf hanging chair swing seat is fluid and organic. The chair is inspired by nature and is reminiscent of organic leaf shapes with its veins flowing out from the centre. It is si...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern Hanging Swing Leaf Shaped Daybed
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Leaf hanging chair swing seat is fluid and organic. The chair is inspired by nature and is reminiscent of organic leaf shapes with its veins flowing out from the centre. It is si...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
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
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...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
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
Deca Planter in Antique Brass, Medium, by Force/Collide, 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 rel...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cut Steel, Sheet Metal, Steel, Brass
Modern Polished Brass Fireplace Screen
Located in Houston, TX
This elegant brass fireplace screen features a rectilinear frame in polished and un-lacquered brass with a blackened iron mesh backing. With its modern form and clean lines, this pie...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Brass
Modern Upholstered Outdoor Sunbed With Weather Resitant Foam
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
The Flow sunbed features a resistant base that provides stability and support, ensuring that you can fully sink into it. Its soft and cozy design creates a true cloud of comfort that...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Leather, Fabric
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
Modern Outdoor Bean Shaped Swing Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Lucky Bean hanging chair swing seat is inspired by the pods and vibrant red seeds of the Lucky Bean or Coral tree, Erythrina Lysistemon – ...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
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
Impero Fireplace by Andrea Bonini
Located in Geneve, CH
Impero Fireplace by Andrea Bonini
Limited Edition
Dimensions: D 51 x W 100 x H 130 cm.
Materials: Travertine marble and Natural brushed brass.
Made in I...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Travertine, Brass
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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