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.
Patterned Accent Lounge Chair with Armrests, Tiger Beat Jacquard, Archipen NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Archipen Accent Lounge Chair by NOOM combines sculptural geometry with a bold decorative textile. The solid wood frame with wide armrests creates a strong architectural silhouett...
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Jacquard, Lea...
Contemporary Design Lounge Chair Hello by NOOM, Dedar Tiger Mountain, 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 ...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Fluffy Accent Lounge Chair Flock by NOOM, Premium Faux Fur, White
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Fabric, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Wool, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash, Foam
Patterned Low Chair Gropius CS1 by NOOM, Dedar Tiger Mountain, Jacquard
Located in Paris, FR
Inspired by bauhaus the design Low Chair Gropius by NOOM brings sculptural elegance to contemporary interiors. Upholstered in Dedar’s striking Tiger Mountain velvet, its bold, minima...
Fabric, Bouclé, Wool, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Polyeste...
Cast Resin 'Wavebreaker' Lounge Chair by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A strong foundation to find calm and quiet as tides come and go and the world rushes past. Dimensions: Width 24 in. (61 cm), depth 32 in. (81.3 cm), height 27 in. (69 cm). Weight 50...
Resin, Fiberglass
Baby Gropius Low Chair by NOOM, Stain Resistant Velvet for Kids, Pink
Located in Paris, FR
DESIGNER KIDS CHAIR INSPIRED BY BAUHAUS The Gropius Baby Low Chair by NOOM, designed by Kateryna Sokolova, is a sculptural designer kids chair inspired by the Bauhaus principles tha...
Velvet, Ash, Wood, Acrylic, Faux Fur, Fabric, Linen, Cotton, Bouclé
SL Bench by Jonathan Nesci in Cut, Formed and Waxed Aluminum Plate
Located in Columbus, IN
The SL bench by Jonathan Nesci in cut, formed and waxed quarter-inch aluminum plate. One piece of metal with three bends creates a backrest and legs. Each work is finished by hand an...
Aluminum
Modern Ottoman Flock by NOOM, Kvadrat Gentle 2 Premium Velvet, Pink Pouf
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Sheepskin, Ash, Faux Fur, Velvet, Bouclé, Wool, Textile, Fabric
Contemporary Lounge Chair Hello by NOOM, Jacquard Upholstery, Dedar Tiger Beat
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 ...
Sheepskin, Ash, Faux Fur, Velvet, Bouclé, Mohair, Wool, Fabric
Lounge Chair BUN, Sculptural Upholstered Armchair for Artful Living Spaces
Located in Kyiv, UA
What if furniture could be as soft and inviting as freshly baked pastries—ravioli, homemade pasta, or buttery croissants? Inspired by a cooking TV show, designer Dmitry Kozinenko env...
Steel
Lounge Chair BUN - Stylish Armchair with Soft Geometric Form for Home
Located in Kyiv, UA
A sculptural lounge armchair that earns its place in any serious interior. Bold in form, refined in execution — and made entirely to order in your choice of fabric, color, and finish...
Steel
Contemporary Lounge Chair, Blue RAL Frame & Geometric Textile, Archipen by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
ARCHITECTURAL EXPRESSION The Archipen Lounge Chair by NOOM combines sculptural structure with graphic textile character. The solid wood frame is finished in a custom RAL lacquer, em...
Wool, Sheepskin, Acrylic, Faux Fur, Faux Leather, Linen, Cotton, Bouclé
Modern Lounge Chair Archipen with Wooden Armrests, RAL-Painted Solid Ash, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Archipen Lounge Chair by NOOM combines minimalistic design with precise architectural construction. Wide wooden armrests form a strong horizontal line while functioning as practi...
Sheepskin, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Faux Fur, Leather, Faux ...
Modern Round Pouf Flock by NOOM, Soft Foam & Boucle, Ash Legs
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Fabric, Textile, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Ash
Accent Lounge Chair Flock by NOOM, Contemporary Design, Dedar Nimbus Boucle
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
LISBOA – Brushed Stainless Steel Sling Chair with Textile Finish
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Enjoy effortless outdoor living with this Outdoor Lounge Chair — weather-resistant fabric paired with stainless steel, made in Portugal. Designed by Keiji Takeuchi as the outdoor ve...
Stainless Steel
Black Iron Cubistic Chair
Located in Munich, DE
Cubistic and very minimalistic armchair attributed to Netherlands 1980s. Measures: 76 H x 93 W x 93 D cm SH 39.
Iron
Fluffy Modern Pouf Flock by NOOM, Round Ottoman, Premium Faux Fur, White
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Fabric, Textile, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Wool, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Cowrie, Ebonised Ash Plywood Chair with Padded Leather Seat, Made in Ratio
By Made in Ratio, Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is inspired by the organic concave lines of sea shells. Featured in Taschen's 1000 Chairs, the iconic design has a curvilinear form which is the result ...
Ash, Plywood
Lounge Chair Hello by NOOM, Contemporary Design, Dedar Tiger Beat Jacquard
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
Contemporary Low Chair HELLO by NOOM, Upholstered, Geometric Pattern
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
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
Midcentury Craftsman Style Lounge Chair
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A perfect example of early mid century craftsmanship at it's finest. Constructed of solid maple wood with a beautifully angled back, large dowel joints and hand carved legs, no deta...
Maple
Accent Flock Lounge Chair with Pouf Ottoman by Noom, Polyester Boucle Baloo
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Fabric, Bouclé, Wool, Faux Fur, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Acrylic, Wood, Ash
Brown Leather Lounge Chair, Netherlands, 1980s
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage brown leather lounge chair with curved details.
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Lounge Chair Hello by NOOM, Sculptural Seating, Dedar Tiger Fabric
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 ...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Modern Pouf Flock by NOOM, Accent Ottoman, Premium Dedar Nimbus Boucle
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Textile, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Cowrie, Ash Veneered Bent Plywood Lounge Chair by Made in Ratio
By Brodie Neill, Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is a rock solid easy chair inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The curvilinear forms are the result of an extensive...
Ash, Walnut
Extremely Rare Lounge Chairs Designed by Mangiarotti for the 'Casa Vitale' 1969
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Beautiful and extremely rare pair of sculptural form modular lounge chairs designed by architect, designer and sculptor Angelo Mangiarotti in 1969 for the 'Casa Vitale' in Milan, Ita...
Steel
Minimalist Solid Pine Lounge Chairs from Ibiza, 1960
Located in Almelo, NL
Minimalist Solid Pine Lounge Chairs from Ibiza, 1960 This beautiful set of two lounge chairs, hailing from the iconic design era of the 1960s in Ibiza, showcases stunning craftsmans...
Pine
Laredo Armchair, 3-Legged Contemporary Ergonomic Design w/Laquer Finish
Located in San Antonio, TX
Influences from Mexico, Japan and Stickley are rendered in solid wood using traditional tongue and groove joinery. This sculptural 3-legged contemporary armchair is comfortable because the high arms ergonomically support the body above a 14-high seat. First made by the designer in Laredo, Texas studio in 1994, they are now made to order in Guadalajara, Mexico as signed editions. These chairs are made from natural Parota wood and finished with several coats of matte lacquer and protected with final waxing. The finish will withstand covered outdoor conditions, avoiding direct sunlight and water. Parota trees or Huanaxactle, grow from central Mexico down through tropical Central America and are sustainably harvested by permit and the lumber is then kiln dried to 10%. Bio Peter Glassford...
Wood
$2,750 / item
Minimalist Brazilian Armchair ´Bia´ by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Bia Armchair by Samuel Lamas, 2022 Introducing the Bia Armchair, an imposing and elegant piece that epitomizes contemporary Brazilian design. Crafted from premium steel and natural ...
Steel
Lounge Chair BUN - Designer Seating for Living Room or Design Studio
Located in Kyiv, UA
A sculptural lounge armchair that earns its place in any serious interior. Bold in form, refined in execution — and made entirely to order in your choice of fabric, color, and finish...
Steel
Hello Accent Lounge Chair by NOOM in Dedar Tiger Beat Jacquard Velvet, Fauve
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 ...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Ash, Velvet
Artifort Pair of Minimalist Recliners, Netherlands, 1960s
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Tubular steel structure Fresh upholstery; Kvadrat wool fabric enameled steel structure some scruffs on paint; Artifort signature on one chair these seats are currently in France...
Steel
Sculptural Lounge Chair Flock with Pouf by NOOM, Modern Design, White Boucle
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching statement objects. Soft, voluptuous, sensual forms, natural materials, and pleasant-to-the-touch surfaces reflect a desire for warmth and cocooning. "Subtly curved artistic silhouettes, soft fabric, and wooden legs define the furniture's relaxation and cuteness. We wanted to create furniture that would become part of the family, intimate and beloved," - said Kateryna Sokolova, designer of the Flock collection. The name "Flock," which means "to move or come together," refers to the collection's role as a peaceful oasis and the main meeting space within the home. Designer: Kateryna Sokolova Materials: wood, plywood, foam rubber, injection-molded soft foam, textile Lounge Chair Dimensions...
Fabric, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Wood, Ash
Modern Accent Lounge Chair Flock by NOOM, Kvadrat Sprinkles Knitted Textile
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Fabric, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Wool, Faux Fur, Ash
LISBOA – Brushed Stainless Steel Sling Chair with Textile Finish
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Enjoy effortless outdoor living with this Outdoor Lounge Chair — weather-resistant fabric paired with stainless steel, made in Portugal. Designed by Keiji Takeuchi as the outdoor ve...
Stainless Steel
$2,060 / item
Minimalist armchair "Sonia" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Sonia Armchair by Samuel Lamas Introducing the Sonia Armchair, an award-winning minimalist masterpiece that combines steel, solid wood, and leather. Designed with a classic and geom...
Steel
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Latin Lounge Chair, Dupioni Silk, France, 2010
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Christian Liaigre for Holly hunt latin lounge chair, Beige, Light Green, France, circa 2017. Holly hunt beige chenille woven textile on body with dupioni silk back cushion and lumbar...
Textile, Silk, Oak
Sculptural Rolled Chair by Jonathan Nesci in Rolled Aluminum with Leather Pad
Located in Columbus, IN
The Rolled chair by Jonathan Nesci is an exercise in process of only three main components. The body, backrest, and seat are made of aluminum sheet which is...
Aluminum
LISBOA – Polished Stainless Steel Sling Chair with Textile Finish
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Enjoy effortless outdoor living with this Outdoor Lounge Chair — weather-resistant fabric paired with stainless steel, made in Portugal. Designed by Keiji Takeuchi as the outdoor ver...
Stainless Steel
Cowrie, Walnut Veneered Bent Plywood Contemporary Lounge Chair by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is a rock solid easy chair inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The curvilinear forms are the result of an extensive...
Ash, Walnut
Gallagher Lounge Chair Walnut Wood and Grey Felt
Located in Cincinnati, US
Simple, minimal and clean lounge chair.
Felt, Synthetic, Cord, Wood
Mid century Modern white lacquered bench, sculptural seat, chaise longue.
Located in New York City, NY
A fabulous and unusual curvilinear, abstract designed Modernist bench, recamier, daybed, chair, stool in white lacquer with cloud like patterns in silver. The color of the finish is a creamy white lacquer with warm satin platinum -silver overtones. This Postmodern, Industrial chic design can lend a dramatic flair to any room setting as seating or purely as unusually striking decoration. In the style of Kanagawa wave...
Hardwood
Cowrie, Ebonised Ash Veneered Bent Plywood Lounge Chair by Made in Ratio
By Brodie Neill, Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is a rock solid easy chair inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The curvilinear forms are the result of an extensive...
Ash, Walnut
Sculptural Bruno Chair by Jonathan Nesci in Waxed Aluminum
Located in Columbus, IN
The Bruno chair by Jonathan Nesci is fully set on a three-dimensional grid based on the golden ratio and was a precedent of Jonathan's Golden Variation series. Produced in waxed alum...
Aluminum
Vintage Boho Postmodern Lounge Chairs After Donghia - A Pair
By Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introducing a captivating pair of Vintage Boho Postmodern Lounge Chairs, inspired by the iconic designs of Donghia. These armchairs exude a sophisticated yet relaxed aesthetic, perfe...
Bouclé, Wood
Contemporary all-natural Ergonomic Beanbag Lounger with organic foam and lentisl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Beanie lounger is a comfortable textile-covered lounger whose seat is comprised of one long bean bag. The sofa incorporates daybeds facing opposite d...
Organic Material, Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Accent Armchair Archipen, Artistic Jacquard Upholstery by Dedar, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Archipen Accent Armchair by NOOM combines sculptural geometry with expressive textile design. The solid wood frame with wide armrests creates a strong architectural structure whi...
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Linen, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Lea...
LISBOA – Brushed Stainless Steel Sling Chair with Textile Finish
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Enjoy effortless outdoor living with this Outdoor Lounge Chair — weather-resistant fabric paired with stainless steel, made in Portugal. Designed by Keiji Takeuchi as the outdoor ver...
Stainless Steel
Cowrie, Walnut Veneered Bent Plywood Contemporary Lounge Chair by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is a rock solid easy chair inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The curvilinear forms are the result of an extensive...
Ash, Walnut
Steel and Stone Lounge Chair Batten and Kamp Minimalist
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Chair designed by Batten and Kamp. Minimal structure furniture made of steel and natural stone.
Stone, Steel
Cowrie, Walnut & Plywood Lounge Chair with Padded Leather Seat by Made in Ratio
By Made in Ratio, Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
The contemporary Cowrie chair is a rock solid easy chair inspired by the concave lines of sea shells. The curvilinear forms are the result of an extensive...
Leather, Ash, Walnut
Brown Leather Lounge Chair with Ash Wood Armrests, Archipen by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Archipen Lounge Chair by NOOM combines sculptural geometry with refined craftsmanship. The solid ash wood frame with wide armrests creates a strong architectural structure while ...
Faux Leather, Leather, Linen, Cotton, Sheepskin, Acrylic, Faux Fur, Bouc...
Ligne Roset Limited Edition Lounge Chairs Beanbags Arti Ecru Fabric
By Ligne Roset
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Ligne Roset Limited Edition Lounge Chairs Bean Bags. Ligne Roset France with pure comfort and welcoming malleability, organic modernism lounge chairs and ant...
Fabric
Contemporary Mexican Easy Chair in Walnut Wood and Natural Leather Seat
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
The “Your Skin” easy chair is a comfortable low chair with a solid and light structure perfect to accentuate with its impeccable and minimal aesthetics the decoration in every room o...
Leather, Walnut
Minimalist Wooden Lounge Chair with Armrests, Archipen, Wool Upholstery, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The Archipen Lounge Chair by NOOM combines minimalist design with sculptural clarity and balanced proportions. The solid wood structure with wide armrests creates a strong architectu...
Sheepskin, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Leath...
Contemporary Leather Lounge Chair Archipen, Wooden Armrests, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
BUILT TO LAST The Archipen Lounge Chair with wooden armrests combines contemporary design with sculptural clarity. Handcrafted from solid ash, the frame showcases refined joinery an...
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Faux Leather, Faux Fur, Acrylic
Upholstered Lounge Chair Archipen by NOOM, Ash Wood and Rohi ONDA Wool, 2026
Located in Paris, FR
The Archipen Lounge Chair by NOOM combines sculptural structure with refined material expression. The solid wood frame with wide armrests creates a strong architectural silhouette wh...
Sheepskin, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Leath...
Gandia Blasco Buit Club Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Outdoor Buit Club Chair by Gandia Blasco Designed by Mayice Studio, the Buit Club Chair is a bold expression of modern outdoor design that balances architectural structure with mate...
Aluminum