Minimalist Stools
MINIMALIST STYLE
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.
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Style: Minimalist
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Blackened Ash Square Top Foundation Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in blackened ash with a square top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon using mortise and tenon joinery in Ma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Ash
Fuji Wood Stool, Minimalist and Modern Inspiration from Brazil by Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Fuji stool was created from the intersection of modern Scandinavian bend design and Japanese minimalism.
This curious source of inspiration came f...
Category
2010s South American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Bentwood
Walnut Staple Stool / Side Table
Located in Portland, OR
Oregon Black Walnut stool / side table is made to last. Handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Material's workshop. Availab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Walnut
Oak Square Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in white oak with square top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Material'...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
Contemporary Cream Lacquer Mallet Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mallet drumstool
Cream Lacquer
Copper Base
Hand Repoussé
Limited Edition
Contemporary
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These ...
Category
2010s Minimalist Stools
Materials
Copper
Flow Gold Contemporary High Stool by Enrico Girotti Made in Italy by lapiegaWD
Located in Verona, IT
An element, a continuous wire drawing geometries born from the projection of a circle on a triangle, in which the rigour of the continuous lines plays with the circular shapes that e...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height in Signal Blue by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminium. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminum. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
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...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
A_Stool in Galvanized Steel Bar Height Stool prototype by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
A_Stool bar height stool in hot-dipped galvanized steel. A minimal, backless design in steel with a durable coating of zinc. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished finish. Si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Modern Interpretation of Ancient Greek Style VECCA Stool by Lowlit Collective
Located in Seoul, SO
VECCA Series Stool by Lowlit Collective
Material
Locally sourced PCR, PIR polypropylene and polyethylene enhanced with locally sourced oystershell base calsium carbonate
Tecniques
...
Category
2010s South Korean Minimalist Stools
Materials
Shell, Plastic
Okha, "Lola", Barstool/Counter Stool
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Upholstery
COM or COL
Dimensions
Barstool: 21.3" W x 16" D x 29.1" H, 29.1" SH
Counter Stool: 21.3" W x 16" D x 26.8" H, 26.8" SH
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Ash, Walnut
Oak Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in white oak with round top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Material's...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
Walnut Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in stunning hand oiled Oregon Black Walnut. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joiner...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Walnut
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
Carob Counter Stool by Sun at Six, Sienna Minimalist Stool in Oak Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at six is a contemporary furniture design studio working with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. This minimal counter stool combines clean lines with quality material: solid white oak and vegetable tanned leather from a multi-generation family-run Italian tannery in Tuscany. Made using traditional joinery techniques with exposed tenons visible throughout.
For the Carob stool...
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak
NM07 stainless steel stool & podium
Located in Milan, IT
NM07 stool is made entirely of high polished stainless steel. The object is structured with 3mm thick steel blades interlocked together.
The idea of working with only one material, a...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
21st Century Minimalist Rift Sawn White Oak Swivel Counter Stool
Located in Oakhurst, NJ
Elevate your kitchen with the 21st Century Minimalist Rift Sawn White Oak Swivel Counter Stool, meticulously crafted for both style and functionality. Designed to grace kitchen islan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Carciofi Stool Designed By Chloé Nègre
By Chloé Nègre
Located in PARIS, FR
The Carciofi stool was designed and imagined for the Hotel Saint-André des Arts in Paris. Its iconic design was inspired by the floral shapes of 70s furniture...
Category
2010s European Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood, Cotton, Walnut
Duna shifting stool, Deep Red
By Woodendot
Located in Madrid, Madrid
A stool, but much more than just a seat with our unique and innovative design, introducing DUNA Shifting Stool.
A shifting stool with the possibility of being used as a seat, includ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Handcrafted Wood & Leather English Bar Stools
Located in London, GB
Minimum order of 2. Handcrafted English Ash and Leather bar stools.
Designed with a intentionally minimalist aesthetic - whilst maintaining robustness, rigidity and an obvious finel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Ash
Duna shifting stool, Oak
By Woodendot
Located in Madrid, Madrid
A stool, but much more than just a seat with our unique and innovative design, introducing DUNA Shifting Stool.
A shifting stool with the possibility of being used as a seat, includ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Duna shifting stool, Dark Wood
By Woodendot
Located in Madrid, Madrid
A stool, but much more than just a seat with our unique and innovative design, introducing DUNA Shifting Stool.
A shifting stool with the possibility of being used as a seat, includ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Duna shifting stool, White
By Woodendot
Located in Madrid, Madrid
A stool, but much more than just a seat with our unique and innovative design, introducing DUNA Shifting Stool.
A shifting stool with the possibility of being used as a seat, includ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Duna shifting stool, Black
By Woodendot
Located in Madrid, Madrid
A stool, but much more than just a seat with our unique and innovative design, introducing DUNA Shifting Stool.
A shifting stool with the possibility of being used as a seat, includ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Blackened Ash Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool or side table in blackened ash with a round top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Mat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Ash
Set of 3 Custom Fumed Oak Round Top Foundation Side Tables
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
NM06 stainless steel stool & podium
Located in Milan, IT
NM06 stool is made entirely of high polidshed stainless steel. The object is structured with 3mm thick steel blades interlocked together.
The idea of working with only one material, ...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel, Iron
Okha, "Carlotta", Barstool
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Upholstery
COM or COL
Leather
Black, mocca, navy, straw, anthracite, elephant, oyster, latte or white
Wood
Natural ash, natural oak, carbon ash, carbon oak, dark java ash, d...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Ash, Walnut
Bar Stool in wood and leather from Patagonia, model 1903
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
The barstool 1903 was launched at the ICFF - Wanted design fair in 2019, during the New York design week. Each one of those barstools are made by his creator § team at the espina co...
Category
2010s Argentine Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Plastic, Wood
Set of 4 Colour Play Tall Kitchen, Bar Stools, Customisable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The kitchen counter stools are part of & New’s color play dining room collection, which consists of dining tables, benches, stools, and cabinets made in Britain by local craftsmen.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Minimalist Bar Stool, Brazilian Contemporary Style, Black, by Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Our Velvet collection has now the barstool version with the same comfort and perfect ergonomics in different colors and tapestries. Choose by cotton, linen, leather, velvet, and the ...
Category
2010s South American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Wide Seat Small Wooden Make-Up Stool
Located in Hertford, GB
Designed with function and elegance in mind, the Wooden Vanity Stool delivers both making it the perfect addition to your vanity desk.
Inspired by Classic Windsor chairs, these low wooden stools...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Stools
Materials
Hardwood, Ash, Maple, Oak, Walnut
Okha, "Frank", Barstool
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MATERIALS
Upholstery, powdercoated mild steel frame
VARIATIONS
Upholstery: COM or COL
Leather: Black, Mocca, Navy, Straw, Anthracite, Elephant, Oyster, Latte or White
Metal: B...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Stools
Materials
Metal
Roberts Counter Stool with Inlay Maple Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
This sleek stool has a thin carved wooden seat that rests on a steel tubing base. The elegant seat is curved for seamless comfort while displaying a stunning intersecting diagonal ac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 Yellow Colour Play Steel and Wood Stools
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The color play stools are part of &New’s color play dining room collection, which consists of dining tables, benches, stools and cabinets made in Britain by local craftsmen. The desi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 Red & Yellow Colour Play Steel and Wood Stools
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The color play stools are part of & New’s color play dining room collection, which consists of dining tables, benches, stools and cabinets made in Britain by local craftsmen. The des...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Carob Bar Stool by Sun at Six, Sienna Minimalist Stool in Oak Wood and Leather
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. This minimal bar stool combines clean lines with quality material: solid white oak and vegetable tanned leather from a multi-generation family-run Italian tannery in Tuscany. Made using traditional joinery techniques with exposed tenons visible throughout.
For the Carob stool...
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak, Leather
Okha, "Henry", Barstool
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials.
Upholstery, Wood.
Variations
Upholstery: COM or COL
Leather: Black, Mocca, Navy, Straw, Anthracite, Elephant, Oyster, Latte or White
Wood: Natural Ash, Natural Oak,...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Ash, Upholstery
Pair of Athens Stool in Iroko Wood by Leonard Kadid for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by classical Greek architecture, the Athens stool uses only two different elements. Made of solid wood, the geometry of the stool comes as a result of its assembly method - ...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Bar Height Stool by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
A stool in bar height stool in powder-coated aluminium. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminium. Also available in brushed, san...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
Stool or side Table, LINK by Reda Amalou, 2016, American Walnut
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary coffee table or bench in glossy lacquer or wood essence .
The bench, table and stool are the three pieces of furniture that make up the Link collection. Arranged separa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak, Walnut
"Célia" Minimalist Bar Stool, Brazilian Contemporary Style, by Danilo Vale
Located in Brasilia, Distrito Federal
The Celia bar stool is a contemporary workpiece conceived through straight and strong lines. Its structure is built by bent cold-drawn steel and the upholstery type may be leatheror ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
OKHA, "Neo", Barstool
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Variations
Upholstery: COM or COL
Leather: Black, mocca, navy, straw, anthracite, elephant, oyster, latte or white,
Wood: Natural ash, natural oak, ...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Ash, Walnut
Stool Curva
Located in Floresta, MG
A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of the collection. Using this element of industrial origin and organic format, we seek to crea...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Fang Bei Drumstool in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fang Bei Drumstool
Black Lacquer
Hand Repoussé
Metal Base
Limited Edition
Contemporary
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These...
Category
2010s Minimalist Stools
Materials
Lacquer
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height Traffic Yellow by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminium. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminium. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height in Signal White by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminum. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminum. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height in Signal White by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminum. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminum. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
Zinc Stool Curva
Located in Floresta, MG
A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of the collection. Using this element of industrial origin and organic format, we seek to crea...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Rotor, Solid Black Oak Stool with Black Padded Leather Seat by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
Inspired by the Reuleaux rotating triangle, the form of the Rotor stool is based on the intersection of three circles. The CNC-cut organic shape celebrates ‘the curve of constant width'. Available as a comfortable stool...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut
Clarkester Counter Stool Maple White
Located in Cincinnati, US
A perfect mix of Scandinavian inspiration and industrial flare that cohesively come together to make a statement piece which embodies simplicity, functionality and elegance.
The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Rotor, Solid Oak Stool with Padded Tan Leather Seat by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
Inspired by the Reuleaux rotating triangle, the form of the Rotor stool is based on the intersection of three circles. The CNC-cut organic shape celebrates ‘the curve of constant width'. Available as a comfortable stool...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut
Madison Bar Stool Walnut Black
Located in Cincinnati, US
A well-designed piece of furniture blurs the line between functionality and art. The Madison stool is a geometrical masterpiece testing the boundary of what we think is possible with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Clarkester Bar Stool Maple White
Located in Cincinnati, US
A perfect mix of Scandinavian inspiration and industrial flare that cohesively come together to make a statement piece which embodies simplicity, functionality and elegance.
The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Madison Bar Stool Maple Mustard
Located in Cincinnati, US
A well-designed piece of furniture blurs the line between functionality and art. The Madison stool is a geometrical masterpiece testing the boundary of what we think is possible with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Tria Stool Leather by Colé, Minimalist Design Icon Inspired to Graphic Art
By Lorenz+Kaz
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Essential and elegant stool with a bent plywood shell upholstered in leather. and four iconic legs with triangular shape in solid oak, joined by transversal wooden bars. The seat can have a low back as listed, or an high back as a normal chair for a very comfortable long time seating. Belongs to the same collection the Tria simple chair, using the same shell on shorter legs.
The shell is wood veneered (natural oak or stained open pore in the colors black, white, red, coffee), or upholstered. Fabric lining: C.O.M fabric; cotton, mix cotton-linen; felt, wool; velvet or leather (as listed).
Legs can follows the finishing of the shell or remain in natural oak. The height of the seat is the typical kitchen height, but It is possible upon request to chose the bar seat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak, Plywood, Paint
Roberts Counter Stool Maple Rose Copper
Located in Cincinnati, US
This sleek stool has a thin carved wooden seat that rests on a steel tubing base. The elegant seat is curved for seamless comfort while displaying a stunning intersecting diagonal ac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Minimalist stools for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Minimalist stools 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 stools created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist stools made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original stools, popular names associated with this style include Zachary A. Bitner, Rebeca Cors, SP01, and Tim Rundle. 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 stools differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $325 and tops out at $62,000 while the average work can sell for $1,200.
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