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.
$1,950 / item
Lake Street Chairs in Walnut by Last Workshop, 2021
Located in Chicago, IL
A minimalist dining or side chair from the Last Workshop. Solid walnut, black leather, brass screws. Dimensions: 18”L x 20”D x 18” seat height. 2 in stock.
Leather, Walnut
Modern Dining Chair Hello by NOOM, Flexible Back, Dedar Tiger Mountain 002
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 ...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Acrylic, Wood, Ash, Sheepsk...
Rambling Chair in African Mahogany Wood by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Rambling Chair by Yaniv Chen nods to the silhouette of the traditional milk stool found in farms and Victorian homesteads throughout South Africa. For Chen, the stool is synonymo...
Mahogany
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 Dining Chair Archipen by NOOM, Ash Wood Frame, Boucle, Blue
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, Alpaca, Bouclé, Faux Leather, Acrylic, Wood, Ash
Rambling Chair in Natural French Oak Wood by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Rambling Chair by Yaniv Chen nods to the silhouette of the traditional milk stool found in farms and Victorian homesteads throughout South Africa. For Chen, the stool is synonymo...
Oak
Sculptural Wooden Dining Chair Archipen by NOOM, Genuine Leather, Ash, Tan Color
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...
Faux Leather, Cotton, Ash, Wool, Leather, Bouclé
Fluffy Dining Chair Flock CS2 by NOOM, Contemporary Design, Faux Fur, White
Located in Paris, FR
The "Flock" collection embodies the idea that home should be a haven of comfort, a sanctuary, and a gathering place adorned with personalized, character-rich, and visually striking s...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Accent Dining Chair Hello by NOOM, Flexible Backrest, Dedar Tiger Beat, Brown
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
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 ...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur
Accent Dining Chair Hello by Noom, Wool, Flexible Backrest, Beige
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
HELLO chair, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually striking and emotionally appealing design. Its round organic shapes exude playfulness yet sophistication, ...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Alpaca, Velvet, Faux Fur
Unique, Metal and Upholstery "Entity" Dining Chair, Parisii Collection
Located in Del Mar, CA
ENTITY DINING CHAIR Sculptural restraint at the table The Entity Dining Chair refines the collection’s architectural vocabulary for use at the dining table. Its woven metal mesh pane...
Metal
Patterned Dining Chair Hello by NOOM, Flexible Backrest, Dedar Tiger Beat 002
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 ...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Acrylic, Wood, Ash, Faux Fu...
Italy Set 12 Burnished Metal and Velvet Armchairs by Ghidini 1961
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
Liu armchair designed by the many awared designer Paolo Rizzatto and manufactured by the well known Italian factory Ghidini 1961 Brescia, Lombardy based. This elegant and fine piece...
Aluminum
Dining Gropius Chair CS1 Artistry Edition in Patience & Gough velvet by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
NOOM X Patience & Gough Present a Bold Collaboration Bridging Gropius chair, Textile, and NFT Art. In a bold cross-disciplinary collaboration with British design studio Patience...
Faux Fur, Linen, Sheepskin, Fabric, Ash, Acrylic, Velvet, Cotton, Bouclé...
$1,020 / item
Cast Resin 'Stone' Dining Chair by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic longevity. Surprising comfort. Dimensions: Width 17 in. (43.2 cm), depth 20 in. (50.8 cm), height 33 in. (83.8 cm). Weight 35 lbs. (15.8 kg). No assembly required. Material...
Resin, Fiberglass
Archipen Dining Chair by NOOM, Solid Ash Wood, Contemporary Design, White
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, Ash, Wood, Acrylic, Faux Leather, Bouclé, Alpaca, Wool, Fabric
Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs for Directional, puffy off-white
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs made by Directional. Off-white in color Fully upholstered 4 arm-less chairs and 2 with arms. Armchairs: 22"w x 23"d x 37"h Regular chairs: 20"w x 23"d x 37"h Vladimir Kagan designed a number of pieces for the furniture company Directional, although we couldn't find more information if he designed these or not. These could very well be a set of one-off chairs. Manufacturer labels attached to the bottom "Directional Custom...
Upholstery
Accent Dining Chair Hello by Noom, Upholstered, Wool, Flexible Backrest
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
HELLO chair, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually striking and emotionally appealing design. Its round organic shapes exude playfulness yet sophistication, ...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Alpaca, Velvet, Faux Fur
Set of Nr 222 chairs by Robert Mallet-Stevens, 1980s, Set of 8
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
These stackable chairs were designed by French modernist architect Robert Mallet-Stevens (1886-1945). They were fabricated in France in 1928 by Ecart. Made in Italy by Pallucco, c. 1...
Metal
Simplistic Vintage Chairs Set
Located in Nijlen, BE
Vintage chair set with wicker seat (4x) in perfect condition from the 1960s. Very good seating ergonomics. The perfect balance between simplicity and se...
Wicker, Oak
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Rattan Dining Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your dining space with this exceptional set of four vintage Chinese Chippendale style rattan armchairs. Expertly crafted in the 1970s, these chairs feature an iconic geometri...
Rattan
Rounded Dining Chair in Grey Wool — Flock CS1 by NOOM, Organic Modern
Located in Paris, FR
AWARD-WINNING CONTEMPORARY DESIGN The fully upholstered Dining Chair Flock by NOOM is an award-winning contemporary designer dining chair created by Kateryna Sokolova. Recognized with the NYCxDESIGN Awards 2024 in the Contract Seating category, the chair is perfect for modern dining rooms, restaurants, boutique hotels, and design-driven interiors. MATERIALS AND TEXTURE The chair is upholstered in grey wool fabric, whose natural texture adds warmth and depth while maintaining a clean, understated appearance. The monochrome upholstery highlights the smooth geometry of the design and enhances its minimalist aesthetic. COMFORT AND FUNCTION The chair features a wide upholstered seat and gently curved backrest, providing ergonomic support and comfortable seating for everyday dining. Its balanced proportions make it suitable for both residential interiors and contract hospitality projects. CUSTOMIZATION The Flock chair...
Wool, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Ash
Pair of Italian Ladder Back Lounge Chairs with Ottoman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Nice pair of Italian ladder back lounge chairs and single ottoman. The set is covered nice olive green leather that shows minimal patina from use, adding to their character. The wo...
Pine, Leather
Contemporary Dining Chair Hello by Noom, Velvet, Flexible Backrest, Yellow
By Denis Sokolov, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
HELLO chair, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually striking and emotionally appealing design. Its round organic shapes exude playfulness yet sophistication, ...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Alpaca, Cotton, Jacquard, Linen, Faux Fur
Vintage Boho Vecta “Zermatt” Leather Sling Dining Chairs - Set of 10
By Vecta Group
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This remarkable set of ten “Zermatt” dining chairs by Vecta is a masterclass in Postmodern sculptural modernism. Designed by Duncan Burke and Gunter Eberle, each chair features a con...
Steel, Chrome
Alpha, Solid Walnut Stackable Contemporary Dining Chair by Made in Ratio
By Brodie Neill, Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
A contemporary solid-wood all-purpose stackable chair produced using the latest production technologies of shaped wooden furniture. The design boasts ...
Oak, Walnut
Rambling Chair in Honey French Oak Wood by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Rambling Chair by Yaniv Chen nods to the silhouette of the traditional milk stool found in farms and Victorian homesteads throughout South Africa. For Chen, the stool is synonymo...
Oak
Sculpted Dining Chair in Forest Green Kvadrat Wool — Archipen by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
AWARD-WINNING CONTEMPORARY DESIGN The Archipen Dining Chair by NOOM is a sculptural contemporary dining chair that translates movement and geometry into a refined minimalistic form....
Ash, Cotton, Wool, Faux Leather, Leather, Bouclé
$1,363 / item
Contemporary Solid Wood Bar Stool
By Luis Vega
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
A chair for all occasions, from the ordinary to the extraordinary. This piece of furniture serves as a synthesis of structure and form, both remarked by its constructive clarity and ...
Wood
Mr. Cane, hand canned wicker dining armchair with a self adjustable swivel back
Located in beirut, LB
Mr. Cane is an architectural chair that combines versatility, comfort, and craftsmanship. Built in solid wood, it features a traditionally hand-caned seat, a swivel backrest, and sc...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Curved Dining Chair in Beige Kvadrat Boucle – Flock CS2 by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
AWARD-WINNING CONTEMPORARY DESIGN The Flock Dining Chair CS2 by NOOM is an award-winning contemporary dining chair recognized with the NYCxDESIGN Awards 2024 in the Contract Seating category. Its clean silhouette and solid ash wood legs create a refined architectural presence that integrates effortlessly into modern residential interiors, restaurants, boutique hotels, and design-driven hospitality spaces. MATERIALS AND TEXTURE This version of the chair is upholstered in beige bouclé fabric, whose textured surface adds warmth and tactile depth to the design. The soft bouclé upholstery highlights the chair’s rounded sculptural form while creating a calm neutral palette that pairs naturally with the ash wood legs. COMFORT AND FUNCTION The chair features a wide upholstered seat and gently curved backrest, providing ergonomic support and comfortable seating for everyday dining. Its balanced proportions make it suitable for both residential dining spaces and contract interiors. CUSTOMIZATION The Flock chair...
Wool, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Ash
Set of 4 Minimalist Dining Chairs in Black Fabric and Chromed Steel, Stackable
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of four minimalist dining chairs featuring black fabric upholstery and a chromed steel frame. Manufactured in Italy in the late 1990s to early 2000s. Overall in excellent condit...
Steel, Chrome
"Classic Chair" dining or side chair in natural white oak by Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
"Classic Chair" by Last Workshop, 2025. Solid white oak, natural finish. Shown with Knoll Textiles upholstery. COM upholstery is available. Standard size- Dimensions: 23.5"w x...
Upholstery, Oak
$952Sale Price / set|20% Off
Minimalist Metal and Plywood Stackable Armchairs by Gijs Van Der Sluis, Set of 6
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage minimalist dining chairs designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis. They have metal frames and navy blue wooden seats. Timeless, industrial minimalist design. The chairs have armrest...
Metal
Vintage French Style Rush Seat Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A truly handsome set of four Rustic European dining chairs crafted in solid wood with a warm, time-earned patina. Each chair features a sculpted plank backrest with a subtle concave ...
Rush, Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Blade Back Dining Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the essence of Mid-Century Modern elegance with this stunning pair of vintage "blade back" dining chairs. The design is a masterclass in minimalist sophistication, featuring ...
Upholstery, Wood
Alpha, Solid Ash Stackable Lightweight Dining Chair, Made in Ratio
By Made in Ratio, Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
A contemporary solid-wood all-purpose stackable chair produced using the latest production technologies of shaped wooden furniture. The design boasts a strong architectural gesture t...
Ash
Alpha, Solid Ebonised Oak Stackable Contemporary Dining Chair by Made in Ratio
By Brodie Neill, Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
A contemporary solid-wood all-purpose stackable chair produced using the latest production technologies of shaped wooden furniture. The design boasts ...
Oak, Walnut
$26,318 / set
Jasper Morrison Ply Chair Plywood for Vitra Set of 8
By Vitra, Jasper Morrison
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Classic Jasper Morrison Chair was designed 1988/1989 “Some New Items for the Home, Part I” at the DAAD gallery, in Berlin. In 1989, the Ply...
Birch, Plywood
Italian 1980s Minimalist Chairs Bonaldo Design Josef Hoffmann
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Metal Chairs ner 1980 J. Hoffmann
Metal
Dining Chair Archipen by Noom, Artistry Edition, Premium Recycled Velvet, White
Located in Paris, FR
NOOM x Patience & Gough Present a Bold Collaboration Bridging Archipen Chair, Textile, and NFT Art In a bold cross-disciplinary collaboration with British design studio Patience...
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Faux Leather, Acrylic, Wood, Ash, Cotton,...
Walnut chairs with calfskin leather seat Modernist Style 1970s Italy
Located in Palermo, Sicily
6 walnut and leather chairs modernist design 1970s
Animal Skin, Walnut
Minimalistic Dining Chair Flock CS1 by NOOM, Upholstered, Boucle, Rust
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock accent design chair — a super-comfortable and minimalistic piece — was recognized as the winner of the NYCxDESIGN Awards in the Contract Seating category. The Flock Chair,...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Ash
Set of 4 Vintage Wooden Dining Chairs from Sirch, Bitzer, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Schlichter stacking chair from the Allgäu Holzmanufaktur Sirch. A purist design of special materials and processing. Like all furniture designs by Sirch also carries this model an u...
Wood
Alpha, Solid Walnut Stackable Contemporary Dining Chair, Made in Ratio
By Made in Ratio, Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
A contemporary solid-wood all-purpose stackable chair produced using the latest production technologies of shaped wooden furniture. The design boasts a strong architectural gesture t...
Walnut
Accent Hello Dining Chair by NOOM, Flexible Back, Dedar Tiger Mountain, White
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
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 ...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur, Cotton, Acrylic, Wood,...
Set of 2 Dietiker Poro S Minimalist Dining Chairs with Arms, Made in Switzerland
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This Poro S set of chairs offer the highest comfort with elegant simplicity. The chairs are some of the most ergonomic and comfortable chairs on the market. Manufactured with care f...
Steel
Cast Resin 'Lucio' Lounge Chair by Zachary A. Design in Stone & Resin Aggregate
Located in Chicago, IL
A gently curved silhouette lends comfort and elegance to this monolithic lounger. A slight, swooping indentation in the seat subverts the expectation of stonework, subtly showcasing ...
Stone, Cast Stone, Concrete
Bridget Outdoor Dining Chair by Zachary A. Design in Resin & Stone Aggregate
Located in Chicago, IL
Bridget’s delicate lines give strength to what appears solid until you lift. One hand is all you need. Bridget will be there for you rain or shine, through sweltering summers and fre...
Stone, Concrete, Cast Stone
Accent Archipen Dining Chair by NOOM, Modern Design, Ash Wood, Boucle
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, Ash, Wood, Acrylic, Faux Leather, Bouclé, Alpaca, Wool, Fabric
Set of 4 Dietiker Poro S Minimalist Dining Chairs with Arms, Made in Switzerland
By Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This Poro S set of chairs offer the highest comfort with elegant simplicity. The chairs are some of the most ergonomic and comfortable chairs on the market. Manufactured with care f...
Steel
Geometric Dining Chair in Kvadrat Wool, Ash Frame — Archipen by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
AWARD-WINNING CONTEMPORARY DESIGN The Archipen Dining Chair by NOOM is a sculptural contemporary designer dining chair that translates movement and geometry into a refined architectu...
Leather, Ash, Faux Leather, Bouclé, Wool
Set of 8 Chrome Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in COM
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight (8) dining chairs in COM / COL with tubular frame in polished chrome finish, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. USA, circa 1960. Price Includes custom re-u...
Chrome
Italy Set 6 Burnished Metal and Velvet Armchairs by Ghidini 1961
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
Liu armchair designed by the many awared designer Paolo Rizzatto and manufactured by the well known Italian factory Ghidini 1961 Brescia, Lombardy based. This elegant and fine piece...
Aluminum
Minimalist Dining Chair in Cream Wool, Bleached Ash — Archipen by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
AWARD-WINNING DESIGN The Dining Chair Archipen by NOOM is a contemporary designer dining chair that celebrates movement and sculptural clarity. In 2025, the Archipen Chair received...
Velvet, Leather, Ash, Faux Leather, Bouclé, Wool
Curved Dining Chair in Dedar Wool Boucle – Flock CS2 by NOOM, Taupe
Located in Paris, FR
AWARD-WINNING CONTEMPORARY DESIGN The Flock Dining Chair with wooden legs by NOOM is an award-winning contemporary dining chair designed by Kateryna Sokolova. Recognized with the NYCxDESIGN Awards 2024 in the Contract Seating category, the chair integrates effortlessly into modern residential interiors, restaurants, boutique hotels, and design-driven hospitality spaces. MATERIALS AND TEXTURE This version is upholstered in Dedar Bouclé Beige Brown, a warm wool bouclé fabric known for its soft texture and rich tactile character. The textile blends natural tones with deeper shades, creating a subtle depth that highlights the organic qualities of wool. The textured bouclé surface enhances the chair’s sculptural silhouette while adding warmth and softness to contemporary interiors. CUSTOMIZATION The Flock chair...
Wool, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Ash, Foam
$1,363 / item
Contemporary Solid Wood Bar Stool
By Luis Vega
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
A bar stool for all occasions, from the ordinary to the extraordinary. This piece of furniture serves as a synthesis of structure and form, both remarked by its constructive clarity ...
Oak
Italy Pair of Burnished Metal and Velvet Armchairs by Ghdini 1961
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
Liu armchair designed by the many awared designer Paolo Rizzatto and manufactured by the well known Italian factory Ghidini 1961 Brescia, Lombardy based. This elegant and fine piece...
Aluminum
Italy Set 4 Burnished Metal and Velvet Armchairs by Ghidini 1961
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
Liu armchair designed by the many awared designer Paolo Rizzatto and manufactured by the well known Italian factory Ghidini 1961 Brescia, Lombardy based. This elegant and fine piece...
Aluminum
Italy Set 8 Burnished Metal and Velvet Armchairs by Ghidini 1961
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Brescia, IT
Liu armchair designed by the many awared designer Paolo Rizzatto and manufactured by the well known Italian factory Ghidini 1961 Brescia, Lombardy based. This elegant and fine piece...
Aluminum