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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
Beautiful Door Handle Bronze or Brass Finishing Decorated with Micromosaic
Located in London, GB
About Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Brass

Kazimir Screen, Type B, Floral Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir Screen, Type B, floral coating in silk by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.150 D.133 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with jersey...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Unique Knob by Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique Knob by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 5.5 x H 5.5 cm Materials: Handblown glass, Brass Slotted square 7 mm, Clamping Screw Variations of colors available. ...
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2010s French Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Abstract Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3, Kazimir screens, abstract coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.159 D.116 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with jersey fabric coating with fa...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Kazimir Screen, Type A, Abstract Coating in Silk by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Kazimir Screen, type A, abstract coating in silk by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.180, D.123, W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with je...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Handwoven Window Rug 300 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Macorina rug 300 by ALLCA One of a kind Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm (0,5 cm. Thickness) Materials: 100% recycled PET, 100% handwoven, digitally printed Custom dimensio...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Other

Handwoven Macorina Rug 150 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Macorina rug 150 by ALLCA One of a kind Dimensions: W 210 x L 150 cm (0,5 cm. Thickness) Materials: 100% recycled PET, 100% handwoven, digitally printed Custom dimensions a...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Niente Rug 300 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Niente rug 300 by ALLCA One of a kind Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm (0,5 cm. Thickness) Materials: 100% recycled PET, 100% handwoven, digitally printed Custom dimensions ava...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Damero Rug 150 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Damero rug 150 by ALLCA One of a kind Dimensions: W 210 x L 150 cm (0,5 cm. Thickness) Materials: 100% Recycled PET, 100% Handwoven, Digitally Printed Custom dimensions ava...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Omega 90 Outdoor Planter by De Castelli
Located in Boston, MA
The everyday terracotta vase is transformed into an esteemed steel and metal creation enormous in size dominating space with a distinct personality. Color: Black + White. Matt ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Handwoven Inner Space Rug 300 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven inner space rug 300 by ALLCA One of a kind Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm (0,5 cm. Thickness) Materials: 100% Recycled PET, 100% Handwoven, Digita...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Dune Rug 240 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Dune rug 240 by ALLCA One of a kind Dimensions: W 170 x L 240 cm (0,5 cm. Thickness) Materials: 100% Recycled PET, 100% Handwoven, Digitally Prin...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Other

Handwoven Damero Rug 300 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Damero rug 300 by ALLCA One of a kind Dimensions: W 200 x L 300 cm (0,5 cm. Thickness) Materials: 100% recycled PET, 100% Handwoven, digitally printed Custom dimensions...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Other

Handwoven Inner Space Rug 240 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven inner space rug 240 by ALLCA One of a kind Dimensions: W 170 x L 240 cm (0,5 cm. Thickness) Materials: 100% Recycled PET, 100% Handwoven, Digitally Printed Custom dimension...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

"Apo" Outdoor Side Table in Natural Teak Wood, Aluminum and Concrete
Located in Centro, RS
The Apo side table's estruture is made with aluminum tube finished with electrostatic paint in many colors options. (The aluminium color could be personalized: Black, beige, green, b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Concrete, Aluminum

Ercole Small Rain Forest Brown Marble Fire Pit by AK47 Design
Located in Boston, MA
Ercole small rain forest brown marble fire pit by AK47 design Rain forest brown marble fire pit Ø1500 mm. Ercole is a outdoor wood-burning fire pit. It is born by the union of t...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble, Steel

"Gentile" Freestanding Sink Made of Marble Customizable
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Self standing basin deigned by Atelier Pibamarmi. Gentile is part of The Black Brothers, a new capsule collection of four freestanding wash basins in ...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone, Marble

Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Randal Nut Marble: Giallo Antico, Crema Glass Mosaic : Kaki 3 Price for square metrer € 1.824 Randal Azul Marble: Azul Macauba, Statuario Glass Mosaic : At...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Flooring Top Quality Thassos Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Flooring Top Quality Olive Green Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Flooring Top Quality Amarelo Marlena Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Flooring Top Quality Moon Green Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Flooring Top Quality Crema Marble Mosaic Polished or Honed Finish
Located in London, GB
Description Uses Indoor and outdoor floors, indoor and outdoor walls, wet areas. Other format are available on demand  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

"Gunga" Outdoor 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Toral Blue Marble: Azul macauba, Ebony, Statuario Price for square metrer € 2.760  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

"Bendita" Outdoor Armchair in Aluminum and Naval Rope Handmade
Located in Centro, RS
The Bendita armchair could be used indoors and outdoors. Its curvilinear features in aluminum materialize the soul of the project in every minute detail of the handmade naval rope b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Outdoor Modular Sofa with Outdoor Leather and Acrylic Fabric
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Nomad Modular Sofa - 4 different modules available. With its modular design, the Nomad sofa adapts to any outdoor space, offering comfort and elegance. Its various modules allow for...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Stainless Steel

Bronze Fire Hydrant Wrench by Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast bronze five hole fire hydrant wrench by Jones, USA. This piece can used for its original intention or for decorative purposes. Due to its weight it would be a perfect office pap...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Algar Grey Marbles : Grafite, Black marble, Zerbino Glass insert: Vis one Price for square meter € 2.200.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

"Pillbox" countertop washbasin made in Almond Travertine
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This countertop washbasin in Almond Travertine, treated with Acid Shield for enhanced protection and durability, is crafted by the renowned Italian maker Piba Marmi. A striking examp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Travertine

21st Century by A.Branzi Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
Materials: Biancolago – Verde Issorie, Bardiglio Imperiale, Rosa Portogallo. Size module: cm 40 x 40 Designed by: Andrea Branzi.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

"Iemanjá" Outdoor Dinning Table in Natural Teak Wood and Aluminium
Located in Centro, RS
The Iemanjá Outdoor Table is made of aluminum tube in the structure with a high-resistance electrostatic paint finish. The paint colors can be customized to your project. The color c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Door Handle Aluminum Plate Brass Handle Body Polished Chrome Finished Vetrite
Located in London, GB
The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant research, attention to quality, use of select...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Giorgio Collection Oasi Outdoor Rectangular Table 118" with Stone Top
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Oasi Outdoor Collection Outdoor rectangular table with top made by slats of treated "CARDOSO" natural stone with inserted ...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone, Stainless Steel

Floor Waterjet Cut Marble Tiles Available in Different Marbles Combination
Located in London, GB
Waterjet marble patterns Meandros Black Black polished marble, black matt marble, Zerbino Glass mosaic insert : Platinum & Kori Price for square meter € 4.020 Meandros grey White O...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Hawk & Stone Claro Walnut Ribbed Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand turned claro walnut stand by contemporary Los Angeles designer, David O'Brien of Hawk & Stone. David's appreciation for nature and wood has deep roots back in New England. This ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Walnut

Luxury Outdoor Side Table with Marble Finish
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Dawn Square Bar Table The Dawn bar table adapts effortlessly to a variety of environments, ensuring a refined atmosphere for every occasion. Its contemporary aesthetic and durable c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

21st Century by M.De Lucchi Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: Zebrato Materials: Trani , Bianco Up , Bardiglio Imperiale. Size: 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Michele De...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Amazing Door Handle Decorated with Micro Mosaic Antique Bronze Finish
Located in London, GB
About Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

21st Century by M.de Lucchi & P.Nigro "PORTASAPONE B"Marble Soap Dish
Located in massa, IT
Marble soap dish "Portasapone B" Size: diameter 10.4x 4.5 height Materials: White Carrara Designed by: Michele de Lucchi & Philippe Nigro.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Giorgio Collection Dune Outdoor Coffee Cocktail Table with Stone Top
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Dune Outdoor Collection Outdoor oval cocktail table in combination of satined black metal treated in cataphoresis and light grey woven ...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stainless Steel

Giorgio Collection Oasi Outdoor Rectangular Table 79" with Stone Top
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Oasi Outdoor Collection Outdoor rectangular table with top made by slats of treated "CARDOSO" natural stone with inserted ...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone, Stainless Steel

Modular Outdoor Sofa with White Frame and Navy Accents
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Archi Modular Sofa - 5 modules available The Archi sofa is a perfect representation of versatility. Designed to elevate any outdoor space with elegance, its modular format allows fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stainless Steel

Flooring Glass Mosaic Tile with Gold Leaf Customizable for Indoor and Outdoor
Located in London, GB
Description Smalto glass mosaic, one sided square shaped chips, metallic treated backing. Colibrì has a smooth surface and Colibrì Tide has a rippled surface. Slightly rounded edg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Gold

"Simple Ellipse" Bathtub Made of Marble Customizable
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designed by Visto AW, the Play collection is composed by The Simple Ellipse & Circle tub, the Quick Square & Circle freestanding sinks, the Idro Soft shower Tray and the Easy Square ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone, Marble

Contemporary Fiberglass Planter
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound Modular Sofa The Hound modular sofa is a perfect combination of classic elegance and modern durability, designed to elevate any outdoor setting. With its modular design, the H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Stainless Steel

Flooring Glass Mosaic Tiles Blend Customizable for Indoor and Outdoor Use
Located in London, GB
Smalto glass mosaic, consisting of tesserae from various collections mixed in varying percentages. 4mm nominal thickness, fiber mesh mounted, well bonded making it suitable for any w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Glass

Beautiful Door Handle Hand Decorated with Mosaic Bronze Brass/ Silver Finish
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Sabine Marcelis Fountain From the series “No Fear of Glass”, Rotterdam, 2019
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sabine Marcelis From the series “No Fear of Glass” Manufactured by Sabine Marcelis Produced exclusively for Side Gallery Rotterdam, The Netherlands 2019 Layered curved glass. Polish...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Cut Glass

21st Century by Sergio Asti "PORTASPAZZOLINI" Marble Toothbrush Holder
Located in massa, IT
Marble toothbrush holder Size: diameter 13 x 6 height Materials: White Carrara - Grigio Rosato Designed by: Sergio Asti.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Stylish Door Handle Amazing Design Different Finishes Decorated with Micromosaic
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Modern Designed Suspended Sink Made in Marble
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The "Slope Plus" suspended sink is part of the Pibamarmi 2022 collection. Dimensions can be customizable and material can change.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Art Glass Decorative Panel for Multiple Uses Dimension Customizable Solid Finish
Located in London, GB
Special slabs available Two-sided Curved Extra treatments Temper glass Non-slip finishing Special glasses Borosilicate glass Finishings Chrome, Opalescent, Satin Us...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Art Glass

Tejo Big Ceramic Tile Hand Painted Colors
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...
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2010s European Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Ceramic

21st Century by M.Piva Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: A23 Materials: Travertino giallo, Travertino rosa, inox Size : Cm 28 x 28 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Marco Piv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Stylish Patio Chair Featuring a Gold Frame
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Trace Outdoor Dining Chair The Trace Dining Chair is the epitome of functional yet enjoyable dining. With its perfect combination of comfort and practicality, this chair is designe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Stainless Steel

Door Handle Amazing Design Different Finishes Decorated with Micromosaic
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal, Brass

Door Handle Aluminum Plate Brass Handle Body Polished Chrome Champagne Vetrite
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Stylish Door Handle Amazing Design Different Finishes Decorated with Micromosaic
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal

21st Century by A.Natalini Italian "RIQUADRO" Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: RIQUADRO Materials: Pietra Serena , Travertino Rosa , Pietra Dorata , Cotto Size : Cm 73 x 73 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Coated...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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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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