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.
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Ashi", Color Variant 20110EWC Anthracite
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Ha", Color Variant 20310EWC Light Beige
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Hikari", Color Variant 20220EWC Powder Pink
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Ashi", Color Variant 20120EWC Bronze
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Hikari", Color Variant 20210EWC Light Gray
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Ha", Color Variant 20330EWC Green Teal
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Ashi", Color Variant 20130EWC Light Gray
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Ha", Color Variant 20320EWC Bronze
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Yoku", Color Variant 20520EWC Black
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
Wall&decò Essential Wallpaper "Hikari", Color Variant 20230EWC Anthracite
By Studiopepe
Located in Cervia, IT
Essential wallpaper is the Wall&decò collection specifically dedicated to explore the creative possibilities of 3D textures, inlays, carvings and metal light details. Engraved wal...
Other
$238 / item
H 27 in W 180 in D 0.94 in
Jungle Dream Designer Wallpaper in Color Newsprint 'Black and Warm Neutral'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Get lost in this nocturnal fantasy jungle-scape! Flora and fauna combine to create the ultimate dreamy pattern. Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message u...
Paint, Paper
$238 / item
H 0.94 in W 180 in D 27 in
Herbario Designer Wallpaper in Terra 'Neutral Multi-Color on Brown'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Founder of Ivana Helsinki, Paola Suhonen pressed flowers in a book, creating Herbario years later. Aimée worked with these elements to create a myriad of colorful wallpapers and fabr...
Clay
$554 / item
H 0.04 in W 29.53 in D 0.04 in
Fabscarte Handmade Hand Painted Wallpaper Wall Decor, Ninfee
By Fabscarte
Located in Milan, IT
- This product is priced per square meter. Please contact us for assistance with square footage calculations. - The lead time depends on the quantity of the order. A perfect combina...
Paper, Paint
$238 / item
H 27 in W 180 in D 0.94 in
Jungle Dream Designer Wallpaper in Color Emerald 'Green and Black'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Get lost in this nocturnal fantasy jungle-scape! Flora and fauna combine to create the ultimate dreamy pattern. Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message u...
Paper, Paint
$238 / item
H 0.94 in W 180 in D 27 in
Herbario Designer Wallpaper in Botanical 'Multi-Color Greens on Black'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Founder of Ivana Helsinki, Paola Suhonen pressed flowers in a book, creating Herbario years later. Aimée worked with these elements to create a myriad of colorful wallpapers and fabr...
Clay
$238 / item
H 27 in W 180 in D 2 in
Mystic Lagoon Designer Wallpaper in Algae 'Mint Green and Forest Green'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diverse sea creatures from the Loch Ness traverse a mysterious lagoon, popping out against the rippling water. Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us...
Paint, Paper
$238 / set
H 0.94 in W 180 in D 27 in
Herbario Designer Wallpaper in Royal 'Multi-Color Blues/Cobalt on White'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Founder of Ivana Helsinki, Paola Suhonen pressed flowers in a book, creating Herbario years later. Aimée worked with these elements to create a myriad of colorful wallpapers and fabr...
Paper
$238 / item
H 0.94 in W 180 in D 27 in
Earthlight Designer Wallpaper in Airglow 'Periwinkle Blue and Pale Gray'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Ikat-reminiscent pattern balances the moon in its fluctuating forms, reflecting the passing of time as it rises, sets and spins. Samples are available for $18 including US ship...
Clay
$238 / item
H 0.94 in W 180 in D 27 in
Earthlight Designer Wallpaper in Oberon 'Charcoal and Warm Gray'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Ikat-reminiscent pattern balances the moon in its fluctuating forms, reflecting the passing of time as it rises, sets and spins. Samples are available for $18 including US ship...
Clay
$248 / item
H 27 in W 180 in D 2 in
Deliciosa Designer Wallpaper in Powder 'Blues, Turquoise and White'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Want summer all year round? This monstera deliciosa leaf pattern brings the jungle into your home! Samples are available for $18 including US shipping, please message us to purchas...
Paper, Paint
$4,340Sale Price|20% Off
H 233.08 in W 19.57 in D 0.02 in
France 18th Century Wallpaper with Landscape Scenes in Turquoise Color
Located in Brescia, IT
It is not easy to find this kind of hand drawed and hand-made French wallpaper in good conditions. The shining turquoise and the scenes of the games of the characters and jugglers i...
Paper
$238 / item
H 0.94 in W 180 in D 27 in
Herbario Designer Wallpaper in Sprout 'Multi-Color Greens on White'
By Aimee Wilder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Founder of Ivana Helsinki, Paola Suhonen pressed flowers in a book, creating Herbario years later. Aimée worked with these elements to create a myriad of colorful wallpapers and fabr...
Clay