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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Style: Modern
Black Modern Sculptural Metal Coffee Table With Glass Top In Stock
By Corinna Warm, WARM
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The Ramen coffee table features an asymmetrical frame which creates a focal point in any living space. The extraordinary quality of craftsmanship provides for a seamless finish, as i...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Indoor/Outdoor Modern Sculptural Ramen Side Table/ Stool Black In Stock
By Corinna Warm, WARM
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The Ramen side table creates a unique sculptural presence in the space it inhabits. Equally at home in living rooms, libraries or galleries, standing alone, it provides a pedestal to...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
White Glazed Ceramic Cloud Garden Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful white glazed ceramic cloud garden seat. Great addition to your patio and outdoors for drinks.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Outdoor Méandre Dark Bronze Chairs by Design Frères
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. Also great for indoor/outdoor use (last pictu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
White Glazed Garden Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful vintage ceramic white glazed garden seat with nice carving details. Great addition to your interiors or garden and patio.
Category
1970s Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern Set 3 Iron Garden Sculptures a Bird a Butterfly and a Snail
By Ernest Shaw
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular set of 3 garden sculptures in Iron by Artist Ernest Shaw. A bird a snail and a butterfly make up the trio. Tallest is 57 inches high x 16 x 4. Spikes are mostly straight...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Outdoor Coffee Table Set of 2, Anthracite
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Handcrafted of resin reinforced with fiberglass and lacquered in matte white.
Unlike concrete, reinforced resin is forceful enough to withstand extreme weather conditions without cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Resin, Lacquer
Outdoor Biomorphic Dining Table For Outdoor
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The artist is inspired by tree branches that seem to emerge from the floor. The organic structure of the branches, which are washed to the surface, can support an oval glass plate up...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass, Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer
Rubic Side Table
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A dynamic and contemporary piece of functional decor, this side table is defined by its captivating use of textures and geometries. Entirely made of steel, the base structure is made...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Biomorphic Dining Chair in Matte White Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary dining chairs built with resin reinforced fiberglass. This highly resistant material is very durable and requires no maintenan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Rene Broissand, Pair of Door Handles "Birds", Design, Sculpture, Small size 1970
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Artist : René Broissand
Title : Pair of Door handles « Birds » - Small Size
Date : circa 1970
Size: 3 in (h) x 6.3 in (l) x 2.2 in (w) / 7.5 cm (h) x 16 cm (long) x 5.5 cm (larg)
Mat...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
20th Century Mixed Fruitwood Parquetry Pedestal Plant Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Century Mixed Fruitwood Parquetry Plant Stand measuring 11" square and standing 33" tall.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fruitwood
Abstract Leaded Glass Window
Located in Denton, TX
Studio crafted stained glass abstraction. This piece has been custom framed for display.
Category
20th Century American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Lead
Monolithic Font - Two part fountain carved from Calacatta Marble
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
Originally designed in Travertine for Wallpaper* Magazine's annual Handmade exhibition at the Salone del Mobile 2017, Tino Seubert teamed up with Pibamarmi to create a two-levelled i...
Category
2010s British Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Benna Black Stool
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
Sleek and Minimalist, this striking stool is composed of delicate yet sturdy geometric lines that curl up in a perfectly symmetric Silhouette. This piece is masterfully handcrafted o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
I-Tube Large Coffee Table
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
The two cylindrical elements supporting the large round top are distinctive elements of this splendid coffee table. Crafted of steel, the base is finished with a smooth matte black c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
7-Piece Italian Outdoor Dining Set–Includes Table and 6 Stackable Chairs
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The System Star tables is designed for social gatherings. The large tabletop is supported by elliptical base, featuring legs that intertwine in a star-like pattern, a signature motif...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Iron Sculpture, 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Larger than life-sized iron sculpture is mounted on a rectangular base and can be rotated. The sculpture in an abstract humanoid form has angled arms and an S-shaped body and slightl...
Category
20th Century European Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Sol Modular Armchair
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
Part of a series of modular pieces that can be combined to create elegant and comfortable seating areas both indoor and outdoor, this armchair is marked by a clean design. The sleek ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cast Resin 'Van Dyke' Club Chair, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
One of our earliest designs, its essence of honed stone set the standard for successive pieces. An appearance as solid as granite, sculpted with slight cur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fiberglass, Resin
Dior Style Wicker Cane and Acrylic Tissue Box
Located in New York, NY
A wicker cane and acrylic tissue holder box in the style of Christian Dior Home. This acrylic and wicker cane box holds standard size tissues. Beautiful natural wicker cane and clear...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cane, Acrylic, Wicker
Sen-Su Chair with Cushion
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A striking showcase of refined craftsmanship, this chair is part of a series whose seats and backrests are marked by a stunning sun ray-like design crafted of tubular steel rods. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Metal
Decorator Steel Metal Heron Bird Flamingo Garden Sculpture Statue, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Decorator Steel Metal Heron Bird Flamingo Garden Sculpture Statue - a Pair. Item features 2 statues included (as pictured), attractive weathered rustic finish, great style and form. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Louis Philippe French Ornate Cast Iron Planter Boxes - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Louis Philippe French Ornate Cast Iron Planter Boxes - Pair
Each planter measures: 22 wide x 11 deep x 11 inches high
This pair is in Good Vintage ...
Category
2010s French Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Daiquiri Coffee Table
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A splendid piece of sculptural allure, this coffee table will make a bold statement in any indoor or outdoor contemporary decor. Crafted of steel,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Stunning & Rare John Hutton for Donghia 'Block Island' Sofa of Wicker & Mahogany
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Hudson, NY
A very rare example from the limited production Block Island collection designed by John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia. The chocolate colored version is very rare- only a few were p...
Category
20th Century American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Mahogany
Roda Dandy Indoor/Outdoor Sectional in Plot D01 Sand Upholstery
By RODA, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Boston, MA
Overview:
Dandy is the new revolutionary outdoor system by Roda, which includes all the functions of a textile sofa for indoor use, so intimate and familiar, in a completely new pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Upholstery
James de Wulf Concrete Mini Round Side Table, Premium Colors
Located in Paia, HI
If we were to give this little table a persona, it would be our little pup. Always extending a happy welcome home and standing by for support, this little guy is a delight to have ar...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Timewave Terracotta Coral
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A wavy modular retro pattern that can be mixed and matched to create a dual-color or ombré pattern.
Cement tiles
Type: Encaustic cement tile
Production process: Hydraulic pressing ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Standard Modern Urn Fiberglass Indoor Outdoor Planter 'Ivory' Drainage Tray
By TFM
Located in New York, NY
Standard Modern Urn Planter
Fiberglass
Diameter at top: 16"
Height: 14"
Base: 11" x 11" (not including tray)
The Standard Modern urn is round planter ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fiberglass
Pop Art Garden Fountain/ Sculpture of a Standing Blue Dog
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pop Art Garden Fountain/ sculpture of a standing blue dog
USA, circa 1980s
Definitely an amusing and whimsical garden (can be used indoors) fountain/sculpture, The well executed...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
XXL Outdoor Dining Table Organic Design-13.5 Ft. Long
Located in NEW YORK, NY
It is hard to resist the impression that the designer strongly refers to surrealism, nature and the magic of design. The base of this prestigious table is inspired by the roots of la...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer
Doozie Deep Fern
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each color combination of Doozie comes as a pair of modular tiles, and each is the same 2-toned design colored in opposite positions. You can arrange these modules in different ways ...
Category
2010s Vietnamese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Doozie Nimbus Powder
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each color combination of Doozie comes as a pair of modular tiles, and each is the same 2-toned design colored in opposite positions. You can arrange these modules in different ways ...
Category
2010s Vietnamese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Doozie Nimbus Deep
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each color combination of Doozie comes as a pair of modular tiles, and each is the same 2-toned design colored in opposite positions. You can arrange these modules in different ways ...
Category
2010s Vietnamese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Doozie Powder Deep
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each color combination of Doozie comes as a pair of modular tiles, and each is the same 2-toned design colored in opposite positions. You can arrange these modules in different ways ...
Category
2010s Vietnamese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Doozie Nimbus Wave
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each color combination of Doozie comes as a pair of modular tiles, and each is the same 2-toned design colored in opposite positions. You can arrange these modules in different ways ...
Category
2010s Vietnamese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Ying Nimbus Night
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ying is a groovy stripe design inspired by the positive/negative curves and dots of the Yin-yang.
Cement tiles
Type: Encaustic cement tile
Production process: Hydraulic pressing pro...
Category
2010s Vietnamese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Iconic Pair of Polished Chrome & Brass Andirons by Danny Alessandro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Iconic pair of Danny Alessandro modern Andirons in polished Chrome and Brass. A classical pair that makes a true statement.
Category
20th Century American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Incontro Small Pouf
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A singular piece of sculptural allure, this splendid pouf is the result of the harmonious combination between masterful craftsmanship and contemporary flair. Perfectly suitable for b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Lava, Other
Outdoor Maxi System Star Table By Daniele Lo Scalzo Moscheri
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The System Star tables, available in maxi and maxi long versions, are designed for social gatherings. The large tabletop is supported by two elliptical bases, featuring legs that int...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
7' - 2" Handcrafted Dining Table for Indoors/Outdoors.
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A contemporary outdoor dining table made in the traditional way, using authentic materials.
Fixed table base designed to give maximum stability, as well as contributing to its unusua...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Hardwood, Lacquer
DeMille Outdoor Lounge Chair in Matte Cream Powdercoat w/ Coffee Striped Fabric
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Powder coated stainless steel chair frame with removable cushions upholstered in an outdoor fabric, this chair looks great inside or out. Designed by Rachel Bullock and Molly Purnell...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Indoor/Outdoor Custom Made Free Form Coffee Table Set Of 3
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary outdoor/indoor coffee table built with resin reinforced fiberglass. This highly resistant material is very durable and requires less maintenance than concrete. The table...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer
Black Alyssa 1B Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Hand knotted in polypropylene, this nautical rope rug can stand up to the worst weather, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. An unconventional st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Textile
Outdoor Coffee Table Set of 2 Pieces in White Resin
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Handcrafted of reinforced resin and lacquered in white matte.
Unlike concrete, reinforced resin is forceful enough to withstand extreme weather conditions without cracking
Large: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Resin, Lacquer
Emma Garden Chair with Armrest Designed by Monica Armani
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Introducing the Emma Chair, a perfect blend of contemporary style, versatility, and comfort. This elegant armchair stands out with its iconic hand-woven backrest, offering numerous c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Roda Arena Outdoor Daybed Designed by Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Boston, MA
Designed by Gordon Guillaumier, Arena opens an entirely new chapter within the universe of Roda. The range currently consists of a single "eye catcher” element, an image product that...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Crossing Dining Table
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A simple and welcoming piece of functional decor, this dining table will enliven any occasion, whether held in an outdoor or indoor area. Entirely made of green-lacquered steel, its ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Goddard & Gibbs Geometric Style Stained Glass Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large geometric style stained glass panel by renowned stained glass makers Goddard and Gibbs.
This is an abstract modernist stained glass window in an unusual modern style, blendi...
Category
Late 20th Century English Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Pine
Modernist Fire Screen Set in Nickel, Glass and Black Enamel by WMH Jackson
Located in New York, NY
This refined and handsome four piece fire screen set was realized by the New York based maker WM H. Jackson- renowned for creating first-rate design products since 1827. This set- created in the manner of Donald Deskey- features two octagonal polished nickel andirons with dual striations running down each edge. The andiron bodies are circumscribed at top and bottom with two concentric skyscraper style black enamel bands. Above the upper black enamel band there is a translucent glass orb- a design nod to Machine Age in America a la Donald Deskey- with a ribbed finial holding it in place. The andirons sit on octagonal polished nickel bases and have rectangular black iron supports extending outwards where they are adjoined at a right angle by a vertical arm that ascends to the floor. With its clean modernist lines and superlative construction, this set- featuring two andirons, a grate and a screen- would be a winning addition to any style of interior from classic Deco to contemporary. The screen bears the original label reading "WM H Jackson...
Category
20th Century American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Enamel, Nickel
Tiered Outdoor Bancroft Coffee Table in Matte Cream Stainless Steel by Laun
By LAUN
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed as an addition to Laun's "Hollywood" collection, the Bancroft coffee table is an elegant and sophisticated piece for both indoor and outdoor use. The table's classic form is inspired by Los Angeles' Streamline Moderne architecture and works equally well by the pool as it does in a formal living...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Silver Alyssa Patchwork Rug
Located in Milan, IT
Alyssa is a hand knotted nautical rope rug, suitable for both outdoor and indoor use. In its patchwork version, the rug has a spiral development, with solid a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Textile
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
I-Tube 80 Table
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A testament to Minimalist design, this table is both suitable for indoor and outdoor decors. A splendid combination of smooth textures and geometric shapes, this piece is composed of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Outdoor Dining Chairs in Grey Teak 'Set of 4'
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
Fabric, Rope, Teak
Stackable Outdoor Dining Chairs, Acacia Wood/Rope
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Acacia wood frame, charcoal wash.
Synthetic rope off white color.
Rope Thickness: 4.5 mm
Contract grade chair.
Avoid chemicals when cleaning stained wood.
Contact us to enquire abou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rope, Wood
Saddle Tall Stool
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A striking piece of subtle sophistication, this tall stool will enliven the look of both indoor or outdoor areas. Resting on tubular steel legs, the seat i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
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.