A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Contemporary Table 'Rivet' by Jonas Trampedach X FRAMA, Aluminium
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Rivet Table by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : Jonas Trampedach and FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Aluminum Dimension: H 40 / W 51.3 / L 51.3 cm Thickn...
Aluminum
$1,147 / item
Minimalist Chestnut Wood Cube, Handmade in Belgium
Located in Nijlen, BE
Cubes, made of old chestnut wood. Available in other sizes. Wood has weathered due to age, making each piece unique. Made here in our own workshop by hand. Hollow inside, making them...
Chestnut
Large Low Pink Single Form Coffee / Sofa Table - Customisable
Located in Leicester, GB
The large Single Form coffee table is an elemental design with a focus on form and function. Made in powder-coated aluminium, the Single Form coffee table looks heavy and solid but i...
Aluminum
Large Low Deep Green Single Form Coffee / Sofa Table - Customisable
Located in Leicester, GB
The large Single Form coffee table is an elemental design with a focus on form and function. Made in powder-coated aluminium, the Single Form coffee table looks heavy and solid but i...
Aluminum
Dòry Satin, Hand-Crafted Brass Chandelier with Murano Glass, dimmable, LED light
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
This Chandelier Reimagines Light as Sculpture, Blending the Purity of Minimalist Lines with the Warm Sensuality of Organic Modern Craftsmanship. It fits Seamlessly into a Mid-Century...
Brass
“Evadoras” Sculptural Chandelier, 30", Handcrafted in White Plaster
By Benediko
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The ‘Evadoras’ Chandelier by Benediko Design is a sculptural lighting piece that embodies organic minimalism. With its clean, architectural silhouette, it serves as both functional l...
Metal
$2,340Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Italian Decorative Ceramic Bottle by Bruno Gambone (circa 1980s)
Located in London, GB
Ceramic decorative bottle / single-flower vase by Bruno Gambone (circa 1980s) with chalk-white surface as backdrop for a mottled, turquoise mid-body decorative band. This graceful na...
Ceramic
1930s Dutch Bauhaus Birch Writing Desk with Tubular Metal Frame
By Rudolf Vichr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minimalist writing desk embodies Dutch Bauhaus principles with bent tubular metal frame finished in green-gray enamel and warm birch surfaces. The continuous frame construction creat...
Metal
Minimalist Model Eggo Floor Lamp by Monika Lipken for Elmar Flötotto
Located in Hamburg, DE
A design classic from Flötotto based on a design by Monika Lipken. Simple and timeless floor lamp. The lens-shaped light fixture is made entirely of translucent plastic (PE). The su...
Plastic
Large Low Deep Blue Single Form Coffee / Sofa Table - Customisable
Located in Leicester, GB
The large Single Form coffee table is an elemental design with a focus on form and function. Made in powder-coated aluminium, the Single Form coffee table looks heavy and solid but i...
Aluminum
$3,813
Wabi Sabi Round Table
Located in Nijlen, BE
Timeless table made from original 19th-century components. Solid tree trunk and chestnut wood tabletop. The round tabletop feels silky smooth and comfortably seats 6. It's beautiful...
Chestnut
Handcrafted w/ Plaster - Contemporary Textured Sideboard w/ Walnut Interior
Located in Ranst, BE
Handmade plaster sideboard on wooden base Walnut melamine interior Timeless design with rounded edges Stain & scratch resistant, easy to maintain Customizable in size, color and ...
Limestone, Composition, Cement, Steel
Postmodern German Minimalist Clamp Lamp from Erco, 1980s
By Erco
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist clamping lamp by erco. A functional design. The luminaire consists of a simple pipe that obscures the socket. The head can be aligned with a joint. The big clamp is made ...
Metal
Handcrafted w/ Plaster - Textured Dining Table “Menhir” - Flat Oval 360
Located in Ranst, BE
Handmade plaster dining table on wooden base Indoor use, outdoor finish available on demand (+25%) Stain & scratch resistant, easy to maintain Customizable in size, color and sha...
Composition, Cement, Steel, Stainless Steel
Modern Rosso Levanto Red Marble Coffee Table - Marble End Table - Side Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
ROSSO LEVANTO COFFEE TABLE Type of Stone: Rosso Levanto Dimensions: 40" x 24" Leg Model: Rosso Levanto Customizable: Available! Production ...
Stone, Marble
One of ... Beautiful German Organic Sculptural Brass Ceiling Pendant Light
By miiss
Located in Berlin, DE
One of ... beautiful organic solid brass frame and textil lampshade pendant light by miiss Studio, Germany
Brass
$659Sale Price|30% Off
Mid Century Eternit Sandbox (Sandkasten' by Willy Guhl, Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Bern, CH
Mid century minimalist concrete Sandbox planter by prominent Swiss interior architect and furniture designer, Willy Guhl (* 6. Juli 1915 in Stein am Rhein; † 4. Oktober 2004 in Hemis...
Concrete
Oak Slatted Credenza / Sideboard With Record Player Hatch
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood credenza / sideboard with slatted screen doors in white oak built by Material in Portland, Oregon. This piece is outfitted with a top hatch door for access to a space for ...
Oak
Handcrafted w/ Plaster - Textured Dining Table "Latus" - Organic Shape 220
Located in Ranst, BE
Handmade plaster dining table on wooden base Indoor use, outdoor finish available on demand (+25%) Stain & scratch resistant, easy to maintain Customizable in size, color and sha...
Cement, Composition, Limestone, Stainless Steel, Steel
Small PERCEPTION mirror, Walnut wood, Handmade in France
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
This mirror is the result of a collaboration between the designer Axel Chay and OROS, mixing the universe of its two creators. Paying homage to the know-how associated with wood, it ...
Mirror, Hardwood, Walnut
ATM Series Metal Office Trolley Container by Jasper Morrison for Vitra
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalistic roll container from the Vitra series after a design by Jasper Morrison. A simple design of high -quality materiality and processing. The body is made of structural powd...
Metal
$534Sale Price|20% Off
Art Wall hanging - Woolen Wall carpet - Geometric Minimalist
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Handmade Wool Artwork made by M. Dombrowsky. An abstract, minimalist work made of wool and wood. Each work is handcrafted, the wool dyed and spun by hand. Intricately wrapped, and t...
Wool, Cotton, Silk, Pine, Reclaimed Wood
Modern Calacatta Viola Marble Coffee Table - Living Room End Table - Side Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
CALACATTA VIOLA MARBLE STONE COFFEE TABLE Type of Stone: Calacatta Viola Dimensions: 40" x 24" Leg Model: Calacatta Viola Customizable: Available! Production Time: 3-4 Weeks Shippin...
Stone, Marble
$973Sale Price / item|30% Off
Willy Guhl 'Diabolo' Spindel Planter - Eternit AG, Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Bern, CH
Concrete 'Diabolo' Spindel planter by Swiss designer, Willy Guhl. Produced by Eternit AG. Made in Switzerland 1960 - 1970. Iconic mid century Swiss design. Perfect for garden, terrac...
Concrete
Solid Walnut and Oak 9-Drawer Jameson Dresser by Lynnea Jean
By Lynnea Jean
Located in Aitkin, MN
This modern wood dresser is hand-made in the United States with all hardwood construction. Characterized by its solid walnut body, minimalist oak inlay detail, and unique split leg d...
Hardwood, Walnut, Oak
Large Low Charcoal Black Single Form Coffee / Sofa Table - Customisable
Located in Leicester, GB
The large Single Form coffee table is an elemental design with a focus on form and function. Made in powder-coated aluminium, the Single Form coffee table looks heavy and solid but i...
Aluminum
Chinese Two Door Side Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
This two-door side cabinet has a classic, square-corner design with clean lines and minimal decoration. The small cabinet is crafted of elm with traditional joinery methods, faced wi...
Elm
Benedict Wrought Iron Chandelier by Miamar Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This two-tier, eight-arm iron chandelier features a graceful, sculptural design with subtly curved arms radiating from a central tapered hub. Each arm supports a white faux candle sl...
Wrought Iron
Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm in Polyester Boucle by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating,...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Large Maple Cutting Board from the Deborah Ehrlich Collection
Located in Accord, NY
Designed by Deborah Ehrlich and made in Rhode Island by the same master craftsman who makes her chairs - the simplicity and elegance of this maple cutting board speaks to the collect...
Maple
Deborah Ehrlich Small Crystal Bowl, Hand Blown in Sweden
Located in Accord, NY
Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is designed for the extraordinary strength and clarity of Swedish crystal. The simplicity of the design, the thinness of the lip, the quality of the crystal and the perfect weight of this small crystal bowl...
Crystal
Custom Made Reclaimed Elm Wood Side Table with X Base
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
BH Collection Cadence Side Table in Walnut Finish The artisanal construction methods highlight the elm woods beautiful grain pattern & knots and fissures from its past life. The most...
Elm
Walnut Orange MiMi Console or Tiny Desk by Miduny, Made in Italy
Merging clean lines with warm materials, the faceted geometry of the MiMi console table creates a slender, elegant profile punctuated with painted surface...
Birch, Walnut, Plywood
Modern Counter Chair Flock CS2/65 cm with Wooden Legs in Various fabrics by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
The design bar chair Flock is not just a modern chair; it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with comfort and meticulous craftsmanship. This bar-height chair fe...
Steel
Customizable White Plaster Veris Pendant 30", hung by hand-plastered rod
By Benediko
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
The ‘Veris’ pendant by Benediko Design is a sculptural lighting piece that embodies organic minimalism. With its clean, architectural silhouette and subtly textured surface, it serve...
Metal
Natural Plaster Color Sample by Atelier BB
Located in Ranst, BE
Price/sample. Pick your colors from the color chart or contact us if you're looking for a specific color. Handcrafted in natural plaster with a textured, earthy character. The su...
Plaster, Wood
Scandinavian Contemporary Black oil, Ash, Klot O35 Side Table, Shelf
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
The half sphere holding the plane contributes to a bold yet minimal look that works well in several different spaces and environments. Whether used as a shelf for an extraordinary object, as a bedside table or as a small bar table...
Ash
$272Sale Price / set|59% Off
Vintage Knife Rests, Set of Six Silver Plated Dachshund Dogs, Italy, 20th-C
Located in Valencia, VC
Set of Six Metal Dachshund Cutlery Rests with Original Box A set of six sculptural metal cutlery rests, each cast in the form of a dachshund. Nicely detailed and well-proportioned, ...
Metal
TRAVERTINE SPHERE, Sahi Natural Stone Ball, Book Shelf and Coffee Table Decor
Located in St Petersburg, US
SAHI by Haand: 10 cm (4") travertine sphere, crafted with exceptional hand quality. This elegant decorative object seamlessly blends natural beauty with versatility, making it an ide...
Travertine, Marble
$4,000 / item
Writing Desk Table by Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Accord, NY
Deborah Ehrlich's simple writing desk is handmade with traditional joinery by an incredibly talented master craftsman in RI. The delicate proporti...
Ash, Hickory, Oak
$12,700 / item
White Oak Armoire / Wardrobe with Slatted Doors
Located in Portland, OR
Perfect for use as an armoire, a wardrobe, a bar, or in an entry - anywhere additional storage would be helpful. This piece is exquisitely crafted by hand out of solid white oak. It is completely customizable; both in size and storage configuration. The piece shown is outfitted with shelving and a hang bar on the left, and drawers and shelves on the right. Slatted doors...
Oak
Solid Hand Carved French Oak and Teddy Mohair Redux Bench by Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Oak Redux Bench is a commanding study in balance, crafted from solid French oak and upholstered in luxurious mohair. Each piece is sculpted by hand in France, making every bench ...
Alpaca, Mohair, Oak
50 Million Year Old Fossilised Branch from Wyoming
Located in London, GB
This striking fossilised branch comes from the warm, subtropical environment of the early Eocene, approximately 50 million years ago. The branch is preserved in remarkable detail - s...
Wood
Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock 210 cm in Kvadrat Gentle 2 by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating,...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Peggy Notched Coat Hook of Bronze and Leather
Located in Pasadena, CA
At Herringbone Designed we believe in the power of collaboration. To that end, we have developed a number of fruitful partnerships with talented artists and manufacturers both locall...
Bronze
Polished Stainless Steel Chrome Coexist Bench by Slash Objects
By Slash Objects, Arielle Assouline-Lichten
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Coexist Bench is a striking study in contrast, pairing polished stainless steel with luxurious silver leather upholstery. Its clean, architectural lines highlight the harmony bet...
Travertine, Marble, Brass, Steel
Medium Maple Cutting Board from the Deborah Ehrlich Collection
Located in Accord, NY
Designed by Deborah Ehrlich and made in Rhode Island by the same master craftsman who makes her chairs - the simplicity and elegance of this maple cutting board speaks to the collect...
Maple
Ribbon Stool Made with Brass or Stainless Steel Body, Modern and Minimal Seating
Located in Chicago, IL
An exercise in minimalism and tension, what defines a stool and what is the least amount of material one can use while creating a comfortable resting place? The Ribbon stools are a c...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Set of 8 Modern Dining Archipen Chair in Natural Leather "Cashmere" by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
The Archipen Chair by NOOM is a winner of the NYCxDESIGN Awards in the contract seating category. It’s a contemporary design wooden dining chair with sculptural appeal, inspired by U...
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Faux Leather, Acrylic, Wood, Ash, Sheepsk...
Contemporary Organic Natural Plaster "Angus" Table 130cm by Isabelle Beaumont
Located in Ranst, BE
A contemporary Belgian design, handcrafted in natural plaster with a textured, earthy character. The surface is stain-resistant, easy to maintain, and pleasantly soft to the touch, u...
Cement, Limestone, Composition
Mirror Tafla O4.5 Dark Matter, in Polished Stainless Steel by Zieta
By Oskar Zieta, Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Tafla O4.5" contemporary mirror by Zieta Transition Collection: finish Dark Matter Original Zieta mirror, delivered with certificate. Polished stainless steel Measures: 86 x 57 x...
Stainless Steel
Hello Low Chair - Limited Edition Minimalist design in Art O Textile by NOOM
By Denis Sokolov, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
HELLO Low chair, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually striking and emotionally appealing design. Its round organic shapes exude playfulness yet sophisticati...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Ash
Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock 270 cm in Kvadrat Gentle 2 by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa by Kateryna Sokolova offers a bold sculptural presence paired with exceptional comfort. Its minimalistic, organic silhouette and deep soft seating make it ideal for hi...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Hello Lounge Chair - Contemporary Design Seating in Dedar Tiger Mountain by NOOM
By Denis Sokolov, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
Designed to make a statement, the HELLO collection blends artful geometry with soft, inviting forms. Perfect as an accent chair or sculptural lounge piece, HELLO is ideal for modern ...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
$3,300 / item
Fen Queen Bed, Minimalist Bamboo Bed
Located in San Jose, CA
The Fen Bed rests gently on box-style feet handcrafted with extreme precision using dovetail joinery. A warm, steady feeling emanates from this solid bamboo piece, featuring a wide h...
Bamboo
Fumed Oak Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in fumed white oak with round top. The fuming process reacts with the tannins in the wood and results in a color through, rich amber tone. With a clean ...
Oak
Constant Night Stand Single Right Unit in Walnut by Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the Constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the idea is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Walnut
Constant Night Stand Single Right Unit in Oak Wood by Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccable proportion...
Oak
Scandinavian Contemporary Black oil ash Klot 30, Side Table, Shelf
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
The half sphere holding the plane contributes to a bold yet minimal look that works well in several different spaces and environments. Whether used as a shelf for an extraordinary ob...
Ash, Oak