Modern Daybeds
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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
Style: Modern
Color: Brown
EÆ Daybed in Cognac Leather with Cerused Iroko Legs & Burnished Nickel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The EÆ daybed in Cognac leather with Cerused Iroko legs & burnished nickel frame.
“I wanted to create something better than Mies van der Rohe,” says design...
Category
2010s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Nickel
21st Century Woodstock Daybed in Velvet by Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A dormeuse with a welcoming and comfortable look, emphasized by the mattress conformation of the seat. Refined details such as the polished brass tips of the basement and the roll cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Modern Daybed In Velvet, Nero Marquina Marble Legs & Brass Details
Located in Porto, PT
Jagger Chaise Longue is a luxury chaise longue that aims to relax the body and mind and break routines, ideal for contemporary interiors. It’s upholstere...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Marble, Brass
Modern Mons Lounge Chair Red Italian Leather Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mons Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Mons armchair, whose name derives from the word "Magnus", embodies the symbolism of this word in a feminine context. Its daring design in the shape of a high-heeled shoe reflects women's empowerment and self-confidence.
The contrast between the champagne-coloured frame and the red, high-quality Italian leather combines innovation, design, and comfort. The Mons armchair is an iconic piece of art furniture designed specifically for a contemporary interior.
Mons Chaise...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass, Metal
e15 Theban Daybed with Oak Waxed Base by Ferdinand Kramer
By e15, Ferdinand Kramer
Located in New York, NY
Designed in 1925, the iconic daybed Theban is an excellent example of simplicity and grandeur in design. The reduced form features Ferdinand Kramer’s en...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Daybeds
Materials
Textile, Wood, Leather
Roda Mistral 104 Sunlounger by Rodolfo Dordoni
By Rodolfo Dordoni, RODA
Located in Boston, MA
Roda Mistral 104 sunlounger
Overview:
Mistral collection could be described as an offshoot from Network collection, since it has married the selfsame de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Polyester, Teak
Round Breola Pouf, With Backrest, Faux Leather, Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive design with a strong identity and are the outc...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Outdoor Royal Botania Lotus Round Daybed with Umbrella
Located in Boston, MA
Lotus daybed with umbrella
3.5 meter octagon umbrella with white awning and teak mast/ribs.
Umbrella includes square base with wheels
Daybed includes seat cushion and woven back
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
St. Charles Double Bolster Daybed by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In stock in excellent condition
As shown:
Solid bleached ash and ash veneer with color-blocked upholstery and brass details
Dimensions: 86” W x 26” D x 23 1/2" H
Custom sizing and CO...
Category
2010s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Outdoor Royal Botania Tuskany Daybed
Located in Boston, MA
Frame: Teak and olefin fiber
Teak
We only use carefully selected, fully grown teak, which is harvested in
accordance with the strictest environmental standards. The reason for
its generally commended durability is the high levels of natural oils it
contains. The resulting minimal moisture absorption prevents warping
which gives it great stability. Moreover, the wood is extremely resistant
to the influences of chemicals, as well as against attacks by vermin.
Olefin fiber
Olefin fibre is a synthetic fibre made from polyethylene. The advantage
of this fibre is its strength, color fastness and comfort. Also it is very
resistant to staining and different weather conditions.
Includes roof, seat/back cushions, and curtain set...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
"Leeon" Velvet Covered Daybed by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Leeon" is an elegant daybed, designed by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba and manufactured by Driade, featuring a back in flexible cold-cured polyurethane foam working with metal inserts, seat with elastic straps and structure in painted steel and wood, padding in polyurethane foam and painted aluminum legs in black or white colors. Available in a sampler of fabric or leather fixed covers. Indoor use only.
DIMENSIONS:
D. 68.1", W. 35.4", H. 31.8", Seat H. 16.1"
Ludovica and Roberto Palomba propose a collection of upholstered pieces of design recalling some distinctive features of aesthetics coming from the late 80s, such as the die-cast aluminum pointy supports (elegantly painted in this case) and the checkerboard motif of the upholstery.
The result is a refined project, complete with different pieces of design such as sofa, daybed, bench and bed, and meant to be used both in private and public spaces.
LUDOVICA and ROBERTO PALOMBA, architects, work and live in Milan. They founded Palomba Serafini Associati in 1994. They received many international awards such as Compasso D'Oro, Elle Decoration International Design Award, Red Dot, Design Plus, Good Design Award, German Design Award.
Ludovica and Roberto Palomba plan architectures and design exhibitions worldwide. They work and are art director for some of the most established brands such as Antolini, Bisazza, Boffi, Brix, Cappellini, Dornbracht, Driade, Elica, Elmar, Exteta, Fiam, Flaminia, Foscarini, KitchenAid, Kos, Laufen, Lema, Plank, Poltrona Frau, Rapsel, Redaelli, Salviati, Sawaya & Moroni, Samsung, Schiffini, Tubes, Valli&Valli, Viccarbe, When Objects Work...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
EÆ Daybed in Grey Brindle Hide, Walnut, Blackened Brass by Erickson Aesthetics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The EÆ daybed in ribbed grey Brazilian brindle hair-on-hide cushion with asymmetrically tapered oval black walnut legs and blackened brass frame.
Matching ...
Category
2010s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat, Sou Sou
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. St...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Chaise Longue Alessandro Mendini Outdoor Limited Edition Recycled Multicolour
Located in Milan, IT
Alex, the chaise longue designed by Alessandro Mendini, is a Limited Edition of 21 pieces. A chaise longue that, placed also outdoors in the garden or by the pool, will blend with th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Plastic
Drexel White Daybed with Green Checker Cushion
By Drexel
Located in Countryside, IL
Drexel white daybed with green checker cushion
This daybed measures: 57.5 wide x 30 deep x 36.5 inches high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm he...
Category
2010s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
The EÆ Daybed in Horween leather with Ebonized Rosewood Legs and Blackened Brass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The EÆ daybed in Horween leather with ebonized rosewood legs and blackened brass frame.
“I wanted to create something better than Mies van der Rohe,” says ...
Category
2010s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Modern Sofa in Argentine Rosewood with Shelving from Costantini, Patone
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Patone Sofa balances a modern design with natural materials and can be made in any size with any upholstery material. Shown here in several versions, it can be specified with se...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wood
Traditional Contemporary Polka Dot Upholstered Lounge Day Bed Settee
Located in Dayton, OH
Polka dot upholstered daybed or settee. Features rolled arms over flared legs and a mahogany toned finish. Olive green and black sheened upholstery. Measure: 69".
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Italian Design Three Seats Upholstered Sofa Contemporary Production
By DD Dimore
Located in Brescia, IT
This very comfortable sofa, in camel color, has a large and deep seat, with a taut backrest that becomes soft with the smooth five pillows on it, in linen and silk fabric.
The large...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Wood
EÆ Daybed in Fortuny Wool, Walnut and Blackened Brass by Erickson Aesthetics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The EÆ daybed in ribbed Fortuny checkered wool cushion with asymmetrically tapered oval Black Walnut legs and blackened brass frame.
Matching or custom con...
Category
2010s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Daybed by Erwan Boulloud
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Daybed in stainless steel, cut and reassembled. Seating cushion in havana leather.
Unique and signed piece by Erwan Boulloud for the Galerie Glustin.
...
Category
2010s French Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
St. Charles Daybed by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown:
Bleached or blackened ash veneer with solid ash and inset marble.
Flat waterborne finish.
Tropical fabric pattern developed in collaboration ...
Category
2010s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
"Wow" Left or Right Daybed/Chaise Longue with Goose Feather by P. Starck, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Wow" is a left or right chaise daybed/chaise longue, designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Driade, featuring a solid wooden structure and plywood panels, covered in a vast...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Foam, Wood, Plywood, Feathers
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Bobbin, Contemporary Indoor/Outdoor Bronze Patinated Aluminum Daybed by Laun
By LAUN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A series of bolsters are threaded between two aluminum rails that evoke the waves of the Pacific. The Bobbin bench is suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Stainless steel rods thread ...
Category
2010s American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Aluminum
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Contemporary Minimal Bleached Oak Daybed Bench Mirror Polish St. Steel Backrest
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the antique wooden block planers used for working wood, the contemporary, minimal bleached oak Block Daybed and bench has the mirror ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Modern Daybed
Located in New York, NY
Modern daybed with carved wood legs.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat, Sou Sou
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. St...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Zabuton Sofa, Handmade Japanese Futon on Modular Maple Frame, Kvadrat
By UMÉ Studio
Located in Oakland, CA
The Zabuton Sofa is available in infinite configurations.
It is customizable through modular system of wood partitions, futon, Zabuton, and bolsters. Star...
Category
2010s Japanese Modern Daybeds
Materials
Maple
Daybed in White Ash with Wool Upholstery and Brass Pegs by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
The Field bed by Hinterland Design is a modern take on the army cot. Made of solid Canadian white ash, the 7-foot long frame is then whitewashed and topped wi...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Hardwood, Ash
Archetyping Daybed by Destroyers/Builders
Located in Milan, IT
Archetyping daybed by Destroyers/Builders, Belgium, 2018. Nilufar edition. Lacquered wood. Measures: 169 x 60 x H 40 cm, 66.5 x 23.6 x 15.7 in. Archetyping daybed refers to the class...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wood
Piere Jeanneret PJ-L-05-A Single Bed / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This elegant bed is inspired by the traditional Indian "charpoy", which is used for sleeping outside in hot weather. The simple yet sophisticated frame rests upon the characteristic ...
Category
20th Century Indian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak, Cedar, Cotton
Custom Designed Daybed with Flora Inspired Base in Solid Bronze
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Not exactly flirtatious, certainly
not sweet the flora daybed
guarantees sensuous drama.
Exquisite flora inspired details
adorn this highly seductive piece.
A delicate branch-li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Bronze
Custom Designed Daybed with Flora Inspired Base in Solid Bronze
By Cain Modern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Not exactly flirtatious, certainly
not sweet the Flora daybed
guarantees sensuous drama.
Exquisite flora inspired details
adorn this highly seductive piece.
A delicate branch-li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Daybeds
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Steel Chaise Lounge in the Style of Ron Arad
By Ron Arad
Located in Rome, IT
Outstanding steel sculptural chaise lounge in the style of Ron Arad.
Very good vintage condition.
Weight is 150 kg circa.
Striking decoration for your interior.
Category
1990s Italian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern daybeds for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern daybeds 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 daybeds created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern daybeds made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original daybeds, popular names associated with this style include Greenapple, Joanina and David Pastoll, Guéridon Design, and Rute Martins. 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 daybeds differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $900 and tops out at $55,874 while the average work can sell for $7,593.
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