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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Saddle Small Stool
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
This splendid stool is a modern and elegant interpretation of a horse saddle, showcasing refined craftsmanship. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, the structure is crafted of tubul...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Salento Chair
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A testament to masterful traditional craftsmanship and contemporary flair, this stunning chair boasts a captivating, geometrical silhouette marked by a superb handwoven gray technica...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Silver Alyssa 2B Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A modern rug handmade in nautical rope, the Alyssa 2B features a juxtaposition of solid and perforated shapes that turn into a lace pattern when laid on the floor. In silver, the rug...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Textile
Sen-Su Lounge Armchair with Cushion
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A striking statement piece, this lounge armchair boasts a contemporary allure marked by geometric and sculptural lines. The zig-zag shaped legs are meticulously crafted of tubular steel which sustain the seat (37.5 cm height) and backrest made of molded reinforced steel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Metal
De Sede Semi-Outdoor Circular Coffee Table
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-611/793 semi-outdoor large coffee table by De Sede. DS-611 coffee table series is a stylish counterpart to the sofa for use in home as well as public interiors. The round tabletop...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
DeCastelli Cohiba Slim 122 Pot in Stainless Steel by R & D De Castelli
By DeCastelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pure cylindrical shape comes in De Castelli metals and finishes for a series of cachepots with abounding stage presence. In their linear simplicity, these objects become landmarks ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Wheel Chair, Circular, Ndebele Round Design
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The wheel circular hanging swing chair with Ndebele patterning is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece.
The pattern detail is inspired by the geometric Ndebele artworks used in house painting which is practiced by the Southern Ndebele people of South Africa.
The circular Wheel chair...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Blackened Mini Cove Handles by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Blackened Mini Cove Handles by Henry Wilson
Dimensions: W 5 x D 2 x H 9 cm
Materials: Blackened Bronze.
An elegant, minimalist handle designed for contemporary cabinetry.
Each piec...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
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. ...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Malachite, Bronze
Set of White Outdoor Lunch Break Folding Armchairs & Table, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Set of outdoor White lunch break table and 2 Aluminium folding Armchairs.
Made in Italy:
Ma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Set of 2 Batlló Door Handle by Antoni Gaudí
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Batlló door handle by Antoni Gaudí.
Dimensions: D5 x H10cm
Materials: brass
Before reissuing Gaudí’s furniture, BD, together with the ar...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Samuel Marx Andirons
By Samuel Marx
Located in Chicago, IL
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Handcrafted Maple Pedestal in the Manner of Michael Graves
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sleek handcrafted maple pedestal with ebonized details; great for display.Top is 8.25 square.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Maple
OUTDOOR WHITE & Wood FOOSBALL TABLE RS3 Max by RS Barcelona for up to 8 players
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
FOOSBALL TABLE RS3 MAX in Green
DESIGNED BY RAFAEL RODRÍGUEZ for RS Barcelona
The more, the merrier. It’s not just a saying, it’s really true. The RS MAX football table doubles the ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Italian Outdoor Coffee Tables in Hand Decorated Ceramic New Design Capperidicasa
By Amaaro, Capperidicasa
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Pair of contemporary Italian coffee tables suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, with round ceramic tops hand-decorated with spray-painted floral designs; matt black painted meta...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Kyknos Tosca Bath by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Kyknos Tosca bath by Marmi Serafini
Materials: Kyknos marble.
Dimensions: D 92 x W 170 x H 50 cm
Available in other marbles. Also available in shaped version.
Tap not included.
The ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Sun Bubble Hanging Swing Chair Modern Steel In / Outdoor Pink, 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 Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Three Signed Aluminum Sculptural Objects in the Style of Richard Etts
By Richard Etts
Located in North Miami, FL
These set of three objects, sculpture are in the style of Richard Etts. There is a vessel, vase and small planter, a two-part box and a fist hand sculpture. The planter can house a beautiful orchid or flowers. These must be sold as a set! The size of the planter is listed below. The two part box is 8" W x 6.75" H x 5.5" D. The hand fist...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
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
Majolica garden fountain - pedestal with basin and figure of a boy
Located in München, Bavaria
This fountain was designed by Josef Wackerle for Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg. It is hand crafted and hand painted by the artisians in Nymphenburg located at the palace in Munich, Germany. The material is fired to a high temperature to ensure that your fountain is weather and fade proof. It consists of the pedestal, basin and figure. The pump needed for water transfer is included. All other technical elements - water hose...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Majolica
Blackened Bronze Compass Hook by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Blackened Bronze Compass Hook by Henry Wilson
Dimensions: W 6 x D 8 x H 9 cm
Materials: Bronze (Blackened)
The blackened compass hook is made, finished...
Category
2010s Australian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Angle7 Steel Hanging Chair in Colours
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Studio Stirling AngleSeven Seat made memorable. Not only does it catch the eye with its striking looks, but it also provides a cozy haven for sitting and lounging, designed with...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Outdoor/Indoor GREY FOOSBALL TABLE RS2 by RS Barcelona
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
FOOSBALL TABLE RS2
DESIGNED BY RAFAEL RODRÍGUEZ for RS Barcelona
RS2 is a design football table, a spectacular reinterpretation of one of the all time classics of Spanish game cultu...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Coral Pink Wool Ball Cushion from Mas Creations by Masquespacio
By Masquespacio
Located in Geneve, CH
Coral Pink Wool Ball Cushion from Mas Creations by Masquespacio
Dimensions: D 30 cm
Materials: krimmer wool, polyester hollow fiber
The ball cushion is another new item...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Chinese Double Coin Garden Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
This unusually proportioned ceramic table is a modern interpretation of the classic Chinese drum-form garden stool. Cloaked in a pristine, monochrome white glaze, the wide stool is d...
Category
20th Century Chinese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Teak Outdoor Loveseat Upholstered in Olive Green Fabric, Beluga Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Beluga teak wood outdoor loveseat with olive green fabric. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
A refined balance of form and function, the Beluga outdoor loveseat bring...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
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
David Cressey & Robert Maxwell for Earthgender “Teardrop Sunburst” Bowl Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An unglazed stoneware bowl planter from David Cressey and Robert Maxwell's 1970s collaboration, Earthgender. The planter has a rounded lip, an incised all-over pattern in the "Teardr...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Custom Made Brueton Stainless Steel and Onyx Andirons, 1978
By Brueton
Located in Hamburg, PA
A monumental one-of-a-kind custom-made stainless steel and onyx andirons by Brueton. These magnificent andirons were custom designed for an executive's office in Pittsburgh, PA. The ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Onyx, Steel, Stainless Steel
Rizo Rissa Door Pull In Brass
By RIZO
Located in Mumbai, IN
Transport your entryway through the ages with the Rissa door pull handcrafted in solid brass and artisanal glass, inspired by nature, seamlessly melding the serenity of natural su...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Cup Washbasin with Shelf by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Cup washbasin with shelf by Marmi Serafini
Materials: Calacatta Vagli Oro marble, resin.
Dimensions: D 50 x H 85 cm
Available in other marbles a...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
21st Century Double Console Marble Bathroom Washbasin by Arch. Mario Bellini
Located in massa, IT
Double console marble & crystal washbasin designed by Arch. Mario Bellini
Size: cm diameter 180 x 60 x height 85
Materials: Bianco Carrara / Sand B...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
DeCastelli Cohiba Slim 142 Pot in Stainless Steel by R & D De Castelli
By DeCastelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pure cylindrical shape comes in De Castelli metals and finishes for a series of cachepots with abounding stage presence. In their linear simplicity, these objects become landmarks ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modernist Art Glass and Brass Andirons with Log Holder circa 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Modernist brass fireplace andirons with egg-shaped art glass sculptures, circa 1970. Includes optional iron log holder.
Category
1970s Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Modern Green Hanging Bubble Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The BUBBLE hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel. The modern patterns are striking in its visual appeal. The chair has been designed to be very comfortable and relaxi...
Category
2010s South African Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique Goddard & Gibbs Stained Glass Panel of Fruit & Foliage
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A stained glass window of fruit and foliage within a geometric scene by Goddard and Gibbs.
This is an abstract modernist stained glass window with an unusual design, blending togeth...
Category
Late 20th Century English Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass, Stained Glass
Medium Kyknos Tosca Washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Kyknos Tosca washbasin by Marmi Serafini
Materials: Kyknos marble.
Dimensions: D 49 x H 45 cm
Available in other marbles.
Tap not included.
Tosca is a magnificent washb...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
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...
Category
2010s European Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Outdoor Swing Seat with Waterproof Padding
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Fable, outdoor hanging sofa
The whole design of this beautiful outdoor hanging sofa was developed according to the following structure:
-Suspen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern Pedestal Style Table by Curtis Norton
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
This is not only a table but a piece of sculpture as well. The table is an isosceles triangle in cross section and is like a ribbon of steel winding around so that it appears to be i...
Category
2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Large Venier Screen by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large venier screen by Sebastian Herkner
Dimensions: 248 x D 25 x H 177 cm
Materials: Sp.25mm, black poxder coated metal structure, hide belts
Sebastian Herkner (born 1981) s...
Category
2010s French Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Large 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
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
Acrylic-Enclosed Stainless Steel Outdoor Daybed with Waterproof Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Houdini - Outdoor daybed
Luxurious outdoor armchair made with metallic structure: white matte stainless steel, structure details: gold plated stainless steel, rods in clear acrylic,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Polish Brass and Chrome Fireplace Set in the Manner of Maison Charles
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A glamorous 1970’s fireplace set in the manner of Maison Charles.
The set consists of fireplaces tools and a solid polish brass screen.
Measurements:
Screen-33.25” high, 37.25...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Roda Dandy Indoor/Outdoor Sectional in Plot D01 Sand Upholstery
By Rodolfo Dordoni, RODA
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
Contemporary Coffee Table Set of 2, Matt Grey
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Handcrafted of resin reinforced with fiberglass and lacquered in matte grey.
Unlike concrete, reinforced resin is forceful enough to withstand extreme weather conditions without cra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Resin, Lacquer
Mid-century English Cast Stone Birds on Pedestals
Located in Katonah, NY
A pair of composition stone birds on pedestals, the birds resembling eagles but with exaggerated, stylized features, including wavy oversized crest feathers, the birds upright lookin...
Category
1950s English Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
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
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...
Category
2010s European Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Round Outdoor Table, Hand-Carved Sandstone Round Outdoor Table by S. Odegard
Located in New York, NY
This round outdoor table is designed by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard.
This is a hand-carved, hand-crafted round outdoor table.
When the renowned designer Paul Mathieu first saw the extraordinary swirling colours and patterning of the modern Indian sandstone “Rainbow Teakwood” he realized that he had discovered the perfect material for round outdoor tables that would combine the look of both stone and wood.
The table tops are cut to display the unique patterning characteristic of the stone, which resembles the appearance of wood cut across the grain. The massive yet deceptively elegant curved bases are each carved from a solid block of stone. Due to the size of these blocks, they must be quarried with the grain in the stone, not across the grain as the tabletops. The bases therefore have a similar appearance, but do not display the swirling grain as much, which would be distracting. Both tops and bases come sealed from the quarry. The different graining patterns show the sealer slightly differently, the bases looking “more dry” than the top. No two tables will be alike.
Categories: round outdoor table, round pedestal dining table, round patio table, patio dining tables, outdoor dining set, patio dining sets, garden dining set, dining furniture outdoor...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Sandstone
David Collins - A Brown Travertine, Bronze and Statuary Marble Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A contemporary brown travertine, bronze and statuary marble fireplace removed from the London residence of renowned interior decorator David Collins, the illuminated strip to the rea...
Category
Early 2000s European Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Travertine, Statuary Marble, Bronze
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
21st Century Steel Big Basket Hanging Daybed Chair
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
Modernist red watering can, France 1940s
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century modernist red watering ca
France 1940
H 40 cm - 42 cm x 11 cm
Conditions: very good consistent with age and use, newly painted
Category
1940s French Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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.