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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
21st Century by A.Mendini "ACCUMINATO" Italian Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: Accuminato Materials: Bianco Pennsylvania, Pietra Serena Size : cm 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: kg 54 Finishes: coated Designed by: Ales...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

21st Century by M.Thun "08" Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: 08 Materials: Trani , Bardiglio Perla , Bianco Statuario , Azul Makauba Size : Cm 74 x 74 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Hand Woven Outdoor / Indoor Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
Complementing Studio Lloyd’s light sculptures, the authentic handcrafted ottomans are made out of their signature multifilament rope and offer a timeless aesthetic and feel, which at once brings texture and warmth to your living space. The ottoman is the ideal eye-catcher for your indoor and outdoor space. The ottomans are made of a Multifilament Polypropylene Rope commonly seen in the yachting industries. The rope is made of a blend of polypropylene and nylon, it is soft to the touch and flexible, floats in water and is resistant to rot, mildew, and UV light...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Rope

Austrian modern white wooden pedestal with two tops by Thonet, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Austrian modern white wooden pedestal with two tops by Thonet, 1990s Pedestal or display stand with round base. The structure is entirely made of white lacquered wood with a matt fin...
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1990s Austrian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

"Idro Soft" Shower Tray Made of Marble Customizable by Pibamarmi
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone, Marble

Italian Modern Planters in Black Metal, White Wood and Blue Plastic, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern planters in black metal, white wood and blue plastic, 1980s. Pair of semi-oval base planters in metal, wood and plastic. The external structure is in black painted met...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Hubertus Clothing Rack by Filippo Mambretti & Mogg
Located in New York, NY
"Hubertus, designed by Filippo Mambretti, is a pair of hanger original, unconventional definitely out of the ordinary. A path to the bizarre, the unusual, the very successful attempt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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

Skyline Large Planter by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Skyline Large Planter by Phase Design Dimensions: D 50.8 x W 50.8 x H 101.6 cm. Materials: Powder-coated aluminum. Solid aluminum available in flat black, white, gray, or yellow po...
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2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Contemporary OTTO Divider in Aluminium by Altreforme
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
Evolution, change, dynamism: Otto divider is the expression of freedom of movement. It is a perforated canvas with an irregular pattern, always different: a kinetic sculpture. Otto i...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Wood and Concrete Tabletop Fire Pit by Pierre Sarkis
Located in Guatemala City, Central America
Wood and Concrete tabletop rubbing alcohol fire pit by Pierre Sarkis. The beauty of wood and concrete light up your Table. Solid Wood table of exotic...
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2010s Guatemalan Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Concrete

Dichas Basket II by Cristina Celestino
Located in Geneve, CH
Dichas basket II by Cristina Celestino. Materials: PVC strings made from recycled plastic, steel Dimensions: D 38 x W 38 x H 55 cm Available in colors: purple red/black red, pur...
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2010s German Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Aurea Plant Stand 4 by Sofia Alvarado
Located in Geneve, CH
Aurea plant stand 4 by Sofia Alvarado Limited edition 1 of 10 (one in stock) Materials: Metal & woods / golden, white or black. Dimensions: 40cm (H) x 75cm (W) x 60cm (D). FI i...
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2010s Panamanian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Future Ruins Planter II by Michael Gittings
Located in Geneve, CH
Future ruins planter II by Michael Gittings Studio Dimensions: d 25 x w 25 x h 73 cm Materials: stainless steel Michael Gittings Melbourne based des...
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2010s Australian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Stainless Steel

Pair of Green Petrol Screen by Mentemano
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of green petrol screen by Mentemano Dimensions: w 196 x d 28 x h 181 cm Materials: Green petrol panel, Grey print, Black hinges The hinges allow the structure to take diffe...
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2010s Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Set of 3, Kazimir Screens, Floral Coating in Jersey by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3, Kazimir screens, floral coating in Jersey by Colé Italia with Julia Douza Dimensions: H.159 D.116 W.40 cm Materials: Partition screen with j...
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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

Materials

Brass

Handwoven Saline Rug 300 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven saline 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 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 Macorina 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

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Other

Handwoven Macorina 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 dimen...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Window Rug 150 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven window 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

Handwoven Inner Space Rug 150 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven inner space 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, Dig...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Other

Handwoven Window Rug 240 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven window 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 dimensions...
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2010s Nepalese Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

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

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Other

Handwoven Mindset Rug 150 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Mindset 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 av...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Safari Rug 300 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Safari 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 ...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Niente Rug 150 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Niente 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

Handwoven Fire Rug 150 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven rire 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 avail...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Niente Rug 240 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Niente 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 dimensions ava...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Damero Rug 240 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Damero 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 dimensions ava...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Long Way Home Rug 150 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven long way home 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 dimensi...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Mindset Rug 240 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven mindset 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

Handwoven Dune Rug 300 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Dune 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 Prin...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Long Way Home 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 Printed Custom dimensions a...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Mindset Rug 300 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Handwoven Mindset 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 av...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Nowness Rug 240 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Nowness 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 dimensions availabl...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Nowness Rug 150 by ALLCA
Located in Geneve, CH
Nowness rug 210 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 availabl...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Nowness Rug 300 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Nowness 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 availabl...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

Handwoven Dune Rug 150 by Allca
Located in Geneve, CH
Dune 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 Custo...
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2010s Indian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Other

21st Century by M.De Lucchi & P.Nigro "Portasali B "Marble Salt Holder
Located in massa, IT
Marble Sa lt Holder Size: diameter 11.5 x 11.5 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

21st Century by M.de Lucchi & P.Nigro "PORTASALI A "Marble Salt Holder
Located in massa, IT
Marble Salt holder "PORTASALI A" Size: diameter 11.5 x 11.5 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

21st Century by Marco Romanelli "PORTASALI" Marble Salt Holder
Located in massa, IT
Marble salt holder "Portasali" Size: diameter 14 x 6 height Materials: Fior di Pesco - Red Carpazi - Black Marquina Designed by: Marco Romanelli.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

21st Century by A. Del Ponte Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: PRINCIPE DI GALLES Materials: Bardiglio Imperiale , Bardiglio Perla , Bianco Up Size : Cm 40 x 40 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Polished Designed by: Amalia Del Ponte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

21st Century by Up & Up Italian Polichrome Modular Marble Floor and Coating
Located in massa, IT
The price is per square meter. Name: VENEZIA Materials: Bardiglio Imperiale , Bardiglio Perla , Bianco Statuario Size : Cm 33.5 x 29 Thickness: cm 2 KG/MQ: Kg 54 Finishes: Poli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Hinged or Vertical Pivot Door Decorated Artistic Mosaic Fire Resistant Bespoke
Located in London, GB
Starting from its structure, to be chosen between hinged or vertical pivot system, you can personalise any door with our iconic artistic mosaics, giving elegance and refinement and c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Pollaro Custom Made Teak and Titanium Exterior Dining Table
Located in Hillside, NJ
Designed to withstand the elements...beautifully. An exterior table handmade by Pollaro master craftsmen to exude timelessness, artistry, and function. ...
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2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Pollaro Custom Made Teak and Titanium Exterior Dining Armchair
Located in Hillside, NJ
Designed to withstand the elements beautifully. An exterior dining armchair handmade by Pollaro master craftsmen and engineered to provide appropriate ...
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2010s American Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Coco Wolf Outdoor Milbrook Modular Sofa
Located in Boston, MA
Modular Sectional for outdoor use made by Coco Wolf in London. Completely handmade product and may configurations available. A sculptural work of ar...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Rope

Outdoor Rosemount Lounger by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor Rosemount lounger by Coco Wolf Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood is Iroko...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Masseto Loveseat by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor Verdons sofa by Coco Wolf. Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood is Iroko CUS...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Masseto Armchair by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor Justiniano armchair by Coco Wolf Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood is Iro...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Sammarco Bar Stool by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor-Indoor Coco Wolf Sammarco bar stool Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood is ...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Portette Chair by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor-indoor Coco Wolf Portette chair. Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood is Iro...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Gocek Sofa by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor Gocek sofa by Coco Wolf Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood is Iroko CUSHIO...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Cherkley Sectional by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor-Indoor Coco Wolf cherkley sectional Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood is ...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Dembies Short Back Armchair by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor-Indoor Coco Wolf Dembies short back armchair Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Therese Armchair by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor-Indoor Coco Wolf Dembies short back armchair Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Percalo Sofa by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor-Indoor Coco Wolf Percalo sofa Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood is Iroko ...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

Outdoor Sammarco Dining Chair by Coco Wolf
Located in Boston, MA
Outdoor-Indoor Coco Wolf Sammarco dining chair Internal construction: WPB mortice and tenon joined hard wood frame. Galvanised spring base. Marine grade webbing. All exposed wood ...
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2010s English Modern Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric

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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