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
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Table, Sonoran Yellow Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical, sculptural balance of elegance and function.
Dimensions: Diameter 18 in. (46 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg).
Finish color options:
sedona red
lupi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'King Me' Table, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A sense of muted regality, and a grounding force. Ornamentation is integrated into its structure, guiding the eye through its stone-laden points and imbuing it with a sense of stabil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
Ensamble Pouf in Acosta Mendoza 138-22 Horizontal
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together.
From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Anca Larga / Sculptural Side Table/Stool / Hardwood by Pedro Paulo Venzon
Located in Florianopolis, Santa Catarina
Anca (translate into English as "Hips") is a side table / stool that forms part of a trio of pieces called the "Tríptico Infame" (Infamous Triptych).
The “Tríptico Infame” is a loo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Oak White MiMi Stool by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi Series, this Minimalist, versatile stool or end table accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry and painted surfaces add depth and sophistication, while t...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Birch, Oak, Plywood
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
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Alma 35
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together.
From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Ensamble Pouf in Careyes 22 Horizontal
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together.
From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Laredo 35
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together.
From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Alma 22
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together.
From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage French Style Rush Seat Barstools - Set of 6
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Nice set of 6 dark spindle wood barstools with rush seats, giving very antique French vibes.
All the stools are in good condition, showing some minimal signs or age and wear from us...
Category
20th Century Minimalist Stools
Materials
Rush, Wood
Temi Stool in Teja by Sun at Six, Minimalist Velvet Stool
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.
Great furniture begins with...
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Velvet
Rounded Square Stool, Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rounded square stool
Black lacquer
Hand repousse
Limited edition
Each piece is handcrafted individually and is unique.
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dyna...
Category
2010s Minimalist Stools
Materials
Lacquer, Abalone
Walnut Black MiMi Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi Series, this Minimalist, versatile side table or stool accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry and painted surfaces add depth and sophistication, while ...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Walnut, Plywood, Birch
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
Ensamble Pouf in Careyes 22 Vertical
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together.
From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
21th Century Murano Glass Side Table and Stool, Murano Blown Glass, Isola Kanz
By kanz
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Il tavolino/sgabello ISOLA è stato realizzato in vetro di Murano nel 2024. Ogni esemplare è unico, grazie alla lavorazione manuale e alla soffiatura a bocca eseguita dai maestri vetr...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Smoked Glass
Cast Resin 'King Me' Table, Natural Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A sense of muted regality, and a grounding force. Ornamentation is integrated into its structure, guiding the eye through its stone-laden points and imbuing it with a sense of stabil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Tampico 02
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together.
From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
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
Workman Solid Oak Bar Stool
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This bar stool features thick stock walnut seat and solid oak frame.
Using walnut dowel joinery, these stools balance heft and elegance.
These stools are substantial pieces with s...
Category
2010s Canadian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
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
Workman Solid Oak and Walnut Bar Stool
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This bar stool features thick stock walnut seat and solid oak frame.
Using walnut dowel joinery, these stools balance heft and elegance.
These stools are substantial pieces with s...
Category
2010s Canadian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Flow Gold Contemporary Bar and Counter Stool by Enrico Girotti – Made in Italy
Located in Verona, IT
Flow Gold is the epitome of elegance and innovation—a creation that transcends the ordinary bar and counter stool to become a functional work of art, elevating any space with a touch...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
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
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
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
Leather, Oak
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
Juniper Stool by Sun at Six, Sienna Minimalist Stool in 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. A simple, versatile stool....
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak, Leather
Ensamble Pouf in Acosta Mendoza 138-22 Vertical
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together.
From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Handcrafted English Ash & Leather Bar Stools
Located in London, GB
Minimum order of 4. 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
Alpha Stool, Solid Walnut Contemporary Counter Stool by Made In Ratio
Located in London, GB
The solid wood Alpha stool elevates the biomorphic profile of its predecessor Alpha Chair. The footrest of the stool seemingly grows organically into the b...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Stools
Materials
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
Anca Sculptural Side Table or Stool in Tropical Hardwood by Pedro Paulo Venzon
Located in Florianopolis, Santa Catarina
Anca (translate into English as "Hips ") is a side table / stool that forms part of a trio of pieces called the "Tríptico Infame" (Infamous Triptych).
The “Tríptico Infame” is a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Stool #1 in Brass and Red Silicon
Located in Chicago, IL
Not sure if it is a stool, with tubes. Sit on it and sure enough it is, stool with tubes.
Category
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Brass
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Table, Lupine Blue Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical, sculptural balance of elegance and function.
Dimensions: Diameter 15 in. (38 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg).
Finish color options:
Sedona Red
Lupi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Table, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical sculptural balance of elegance and function.
Dimensions: Diameter 15 in. (38 cm). Height 16 in. (40.6 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg).
Finish color options:
white stone (shown)
natural stone
aged stone
key stone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Wabi Sabi 1960s Japanese Cedar Box Steps
Located in London, England
Larger scale Japanese box steps, used for getting to those out of reach places.
Solid panelled cedar, all sound and strong.
Japan C1960.
H 66cm x W 50cm x D 44cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Table, Keystone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical, sculptural balance of elegance and function.
Dimensions: Diameter 15 in. (38 cm), height 16 in. (41 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg).
Finish color options:
white stone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Chene Wood Stool in Oak, Maple or Ash
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: W 13in (33cm) x D 13in (33cm) x H 17in (43cm).
Available in Bleached Ash, Ebonized Ash, Natural Waxed Oak, Fumed Oak, or Oxidized Oak. Also available in Walnut upon reques...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
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
Contemporary Minimalist Wood Seat or Side Table by Scott Gordon
By Scott Gordon
Located in Sharon, VT
The Fir End Table, an original design offered exclusively by Vermontica, is a contemporary Minimalist seat or side table designed and produced in Vermont by Scott Gordon. Made from 3...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Available Now, Gold-Plated Brass Barstool with Full-Backrest Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This barstool embodies the perfect balance of contemporary design and functional craftsmanship. Featuring a gracefully curved backrest and a polished metallic frame, it exudes timele...
Category
2010s Portuguese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
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
Stool #2 in Darkened Stainless Steel and Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
Stool #2 in darkened stainless steel and leather.
Category
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Stainless 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
Cast Resin 'Dock' Stool & Side Table, Aged Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Seating that weathers the storm. A sturdy foundation softened by the rhythms of the coast.
Dimensions: Diameter 14 in. (35.6 cm), height 18 in. (45.7 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg).
F...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Ebonized Wood All Black MiMi Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy, Carved Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi series, this Minimalist, versatile side table or stool accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry adds depth and sophistication while the square 17" wide f...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Beech, Oak, Plywood
Minimalist Stool, JAH by Reda Amalou Design, 2019, Walnut and black Steel, 60cm
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary stool or bench .
JAH has the elegance of those who know how to wait. The serenity of the wise. Far from the surrounding restlessness, the Jah collection contemplates th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Cast Resin 'Kona' Stool & Side Table, Coal Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A minimalist’s take on erupting volcanoes, the Kona brings sophistication and conversation to any environment.
Dimensions: Diameter 14 in. (36 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg).
Finish color options:
white stone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Tam Counter Stool, Ash Wood
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Descendants of an extraordinary family, TAM stools are grown to 65 cm in height, multiplying in a garden of possibilities while preserving in their genetic m...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
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.