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.
Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm by NOOM, Beige Boucle
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating,...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Modern Sofa Hello by NOOM, Accent Seating, Dedar Tiger Beat Jacquard Velvet
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
The HELLO Sofa is a bold fusion of sculptural geometry and inviting softness — a true statement piece that brings playful elegance to any interior. With its rounded, organic lines an...
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
Modern Sofa Hello by NOOM, Contemporary Seating, Dedar Tiger Mountain Velvet
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
The HELLO Sofa is a bold fusion of sculptural geometry and inviting softness — a true statement piece that brings playful elegance to any interior. With its rounded, organic lines an...
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
$10,288 / item
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood and Sunbrella
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita daybed outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in Sunbrella color Sailcloth Shell Kick ba...
Fabric, Teak
Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock 210 cm by NOOM in Kvadrat Gentle 2
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa is a bold addition to the sculptural Flock collection, defined by organic forms and expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating,...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Sculptural Two-Seater Sofa Hello by NOOM, Modern Design, Upholstered, Wool, Rust
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
A three-seater HELLO sofa aims to create a playful, inviting atmosphere and add a stylish statement to any space. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually strik...
Fabric, Wool, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Acrylic, Wood, Ash
$3,680Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modular Contemporary Outdoor Wicker Sofa Lounger with Integrated Daybed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modular L-shaped outdoor sofa integrates a daybed in its sloped geometry. The waterproof lounger is lightweight and easy to move around the garden. Its sloped forms encourage in...
Rattan
Modern Hello Sofa by NOOM, Premium Jacquard Velvet, Dedar Tiger Beat, Fauve
By Denis Sokolov, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
A three-seater HELLO sofa aims to create a playful, inviting atmosphere and add a stylish statement to any space. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, boasts a visually strik...
Fabric, Wool, Sheepskin, Bouclé, Cotton, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
$2,240Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Sling Hanging Chair for outdoors garden or patio
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our OUTDOOR SLING hanging chair is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The S...
Stainless Steel
Accent Sofa Hello by NOOM, Minimalist Design in Premium Geometric Fabric
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
The HELLO Sofa is a bold fusion of sculptural geometry and inviting softness — a true statement piece that brings playful elegance to any interior. With its rounded, organic lines an...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Jacquard, Velvet, Faux Fur
Andrianna Shamaris Teak Day Bed, Minimalist Wabi-Sabi Design
Located in New York, NY
An impressive teak day bed that can be used as a regular bed frame or a statement piece pool side. Beautiful century old teak wood with lovely character and minimalist carving on thi...
Wood, Teak
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood and Off-White Denim
By Caterina Moretti, Alejandra Carmona
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita daybed outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in off-white denim or sunbrella neutrals. ...
Fabric, Teak
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood, Sunbrella Fabric
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita daybed outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in off-white denim or Sunbrella neutrals. ...
Fabric, Teak
Contemporary Minimal Style Bird Bed Outdoor Daybed Anodized
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This aluminum outdoor daybed holds two people on a single narrow spine or foot. The lounge chair flexes comfortably under body weight and is accompanied...
Steel
Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock by NOOM 270 cm in Kvadrat Gentle 2
Located in Paris, FR
The Flock Sofa by Kateryna Sokolova offers a bold sculptural presence paired with exceptional comfort. Its minimalistic, organic silhouette and deep soft seating make it ideal for hi...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
$1,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Outdoor Sling Chair by Studio Stirling team
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our Outdoor Sling hanging chair swing seat is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered a...
Stainless Steel
Sol Daybed in Coated Aluminum and Spinneybeck Leather by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Sol daybed powder-coated aluminum, perforated steel sheet. Top cushion is made of foam with a down topping and stitched in Spinneybeck leather. Produced for The New, the inaugural show of Volume Gallery...
Aluminum
Contemporary Ash Daybed with Black Leather, Cross-Legged Design
Located in Basel, CH
Drawing inspiration from the Bündner Collection RND, this daybed embraces clean design language with a cross-legged frame. Available in ash with black leather cork or oak with bouclé...
Ash, Cork
Wheel hanging chair in Ndebele Design, only one available
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The WHEEL swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece. The chair has an open yet enveloping feel. The pattern ...
Steel
$8,009
Pita Daybed, Oak Wood
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
A daybed is the piece of furniture that every room needs, whether it knows it or not. Pita’s subtle lines in woodturned oak invite you to take a breath, close your eyes and halt the passage of time. Materials: Solid Oak Wood and Gray Scale Fabric. Please note: This price does not include the cayenne leather cushion embroidered by hand with pita (maguey fiber).
Wool, Oak
Contemporary Minimal Style Bird Bed Outdoor Daybed powder coated
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This aluminum outdoor daybed holds two people on a single narrow spine or foot. The lounge chair flexes comfortably under body weight and is accompanied with a removable water proof ...
Metal
$14,134
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in
Alessandro Becchi Grey Leather “Anfibio” Three Seater Sofa for Giovannetti, 1972
By Alessandro Becchi, Giovannetti
Located in Vicenza, IT
Anfibio sofa-bed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, 1972. Fully restored and upholstered with high-quality grey Italian natural leather. Mattress upholstered with soft sheepskin wool. The Anfibio sofa ranks among the most outstanding cult products of Italian design. It is innovative, original, and highly functional; it is a revolutionary sofa-bed, a symbol of high quality and sapient artisanry. It is possible to find it in the permanent collection of 13 museums worldwide, among which the MoMa in New York, since 1972. Alessandro Becchi designed the “Anfibio” sofa for the Italian manufacturer Giovannetti in 1970. It is characterized by generous dimensions and soft, embracing shapes that invite relaxation and comfort. It reminds a floating dinghy thanks to its lack of rigid mechanism. This feature inspired its name, which means amphibious. Furthermore, the sofa presents a rectangular steel structure and padding in non-deformable high-density polyurethane, covered with acrylic thermo-welded fibers and protective fabric. The Anfibio sofa by Giovannetti is available covered in leather or fabric and several colors. This artwork is the ideal convertible solution, the perfect combination of aesthetic research and innovative household living. Alessandro Becchi was born in Florence in 1946. He studied at ISIA in his hometown, and in the late 60s, he began his career as a designer. In 1970 he designed the revolutionary Anfibio sofa for Giovannetti. In 1972, thanks to the success of Anfibio, he was invited to the exhibition “Italy: the New Domestic Landscape” at the Museum of Modern Arts in New York. This date opens in close collaboration with Giovannetti. He designed a series of sofa-beds, such as Only You, Brando, Diletto, and the famous armchairs Le Bugie...
Cotton, Foam, Leather, Sheepskin
$786
H 29.53 in W 73.23 in D 25.99 in
Mid-Century Sofa or Daybed Designed by Miroslav Navrátil, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood Dimensions at layout: Height:41cm, depth:84cm, width:186cm Original condition.
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Teak Daybed, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice teak daybed, fabricated in The Netherlands in the 60's. It has 4 folding feet, see the last pictures. The mattress is renewed with new foam and it has just been uphols...
Bouclé, Teak
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 48 in D 30 in
Danish Modern Solid Teak "Minerva" Daybed / Sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart
Located in San Diego, CA
An absolutely gorgeous Danish modern solid teak "Minerva" daybed / sofa by Peter Hvidt for John Stuart, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good original vintage condition with a brigh...
Teak, Chenille
$3,680Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31 in W 134 in D 111 in
Modular Contemporary Outdoor Wicker Sofa Lounger with Integrated Daybed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modular L-shaped outdoor sofa integrates a daybed in its sloped geometry. The waterproof lounger is lightweight and easy to move around the garden. Its sloped forms encourage in...
Rattan
Danish daybed in teak and fabic Mid-Century Denmark 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
A beautiful and refined Danish daybed crafted in teak and dating from the 1960s. The daybed features a particularly clean and minimal construction with a long rectangular teak frame...
Leather, Fabric, Teak
$1,495
H 21 in W 78 in D 36.75 in
"Cleopatra" Wide Daybed with Metal Frame, Teak Ends, and Charcoal Mattress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, 1960's Cleopatra daybed by A.R. Cordemeyer with teak ends, enameled metal frame and charcoal mattress. Manufactured by Royal Auping the Cleopatra divan bed was developed...
Metal
Venfield Modern Sofa / Daybed
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Modern sofa with 6 back pillows and low, wide arms. This sofa's deep single seat cushion is perfectly sized to serve as a daybed or single bed for ...
Upholstery, Wood
French Mid-Century Modern Sofa / Day Bed by A R P & Blue Fabric
By A. R. P.
Located in New York, NY
An early French Architectural Mid-Century Modernist sofa / daybed by A.R.P. Atelier de Recherche Plastique and with a fabric color. The sofa / divan presents a pure 1960 architectura...
Steel
$4,821 / item
H 27.96 in W 59.06 in D 27.56 in
Modern Upholstered Sofa 'Gropius CS1' by NOOM, Wool, Calico 29
By NOOM
Located in Paris, IDF
Modern sofa Gropius CS1 by NOOM Fully Upholstered Dimensions: Height: 71 cm Width: 150 cm Depth: 70 cm Seat height: 44 cm Model shown in picture : - Fabric : Wool - Co...
Fabric, Plywood, Wood, Foam, Wool
Mid-Century Modern Red Mohair Sofa and Daybed, 1950s Asymmetric Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dramatic mid-century red mohair sofa that converts to a daybed in a great size. Asymmetric with dog-bone shape, a popular style in the 1950s.
Mohair, Wood
$3,895
H 30 in W 79.75 in D 30.5 in
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Mid Century Teak and Cane Daybed
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen Mid Century Teak and Cane Daybed This daybed measures: 79.75 wide x 30.5 wide x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17.75 and arm height/chai...
Upholstery, Teak, Cane
$4,500
H 31 in W 90 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Floating 3-Seat Sofa with Steel Barcelona Style Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The great design lines of this sofa make it a blank canvas for your fabric of your choice. Fabric is original & needs recovering. The design lines and floating appearance are modern ...
Steel
Midcentury Tiger Oak Daybed/Sofa by Marge Carson
By Marge Carson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury tiger oak daybed/sofa by Marge Carson. This sofa is a wonderful piece that can use as a daybed or a sofa giving it two unique purposes. It features a tiger oak wood frame ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo Sofa Bed, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian red brown coated bamboo sofa bed. This sofa bed comes with its original metallic bed net and needs a mattress of cm. 80 x 190 (about inch. 31.50 x 74.80)....
Bamboo, Rattan
Gandia Blasco Elevated Reclining Daybed
Located in Miami, FL
Outdoor Elevated Daybed by Gandia Blasco A sculptural icon of Mediterranean outdoor living, the Elevated Daybed by José A. Gandía-Blasco Canales combines clean architectural lines w...
Aluminum
Sold
H 29.93 in W 74.81 in D 34.65 in
Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Black Leather Daybed Sofa with Tubular Steel Frame
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare daybed was made in Germany during the 1980s. The wide seat with three pillows is upholstered with black natural leather. The linear frame are made of chrome-plated tubular ...
Chrome
French Minimalist Daybed by Marc Held for Prisunic 1970
Minimalist Church Bench in Solid Wood, Monumental, Joinery
By Donald Judd
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalist, Church Bench Mid-Century Modern, Monumental, Wood, Joinery, Antique, Herefordshire Chapel, Pews, 19th century, 1950's, Donald Judd; Monumental minimalist Church bench i...
Wood
Minimalist Church Bench in Solid Wood, Donald Judd, Monumental, Joinery
By Donald Judd
Located in Antwerp, BE
Victorian, Minimalist, Church Bench Mid-Century Modern, Monumental, Wood, Joinery, Antique, Herefordshire Chapel, Pews, 19th century, 1950's, Donald Judd; Monumental minimalist C...
Wood
Sold
H 28.35 in W 75.6 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Retro Gijs Van Der Sluis Streamline Sleeper Sofa Daybed, 1960s
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A Classic Minimalist daybed designed by Gijs Van Der Sluis in the 1950s and manufactured in the Netherlands by Gispen. This sofa’s sleek, minimalists lines has been a favourite of In...
Steel
Sold
H 28.35 in W 29.53 in L 28.35 in
Sample, Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood, Off-White Denim and Leather
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
This is a listing for the fabric sample for the Pita outdoors daybed, teak wood, off-white denim and leather.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 27.56 in W 75.79 in D 28.75 in
Minimalist Couch/Daybed by Florence Knoll, Wooden Frame, Reupholstered, ca. 1960
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Minimalist Florence Knoll couch/daybed, manufactured by Knoll International, Stuttgart, Germany, circa 1960. The essential light structure consists of a cherrywood frame held on blac...
Steel
Rare Theo Ruth Daybed designed for Artifort, Netherland, 1950s
By Theo Ruth
Located in Brussels, BE
The abstract shape of the seat rests on wooden legs. Original cream fabric. Designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, circa 1950.
Fabric, Wood
Pita Outdoors Daybed, Teak Wood and Sunbrella Fabrics
By Alejandra Carmona, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Pita Daybed Outdoors was created to bring you a much needed relax time. Handcrafted in teak wood and upholstered in off-white denim or Sunbrella neutrals. Kick back wherever you feel like: in the patio, terrace or even up on the rooftop garden! Materials: Teak wood, Sunbrella fabrics...
Fabric, Teak
Daybed in Patchwork Leather by De Sede Switzerland DS 80
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalist Mid-Century Modern piece with tons of character due to the original patina on the leather. De Sede manufactured this daybed which sits on a black wooden frame and is upho...
Leather, Wood
Pita Daybed
By Caterina Moretti, Alejandra Carmona
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
A daybed is the piece of furniture that every room needs, whether it knows it or not. Pita’s subtle lines in woodturned oak invite you to take a breath, close your eyes and halt the ...
Wool, Oak
Sold
H 18 in W 72 in D 30 in
WC2 Daybed by ASH NYC with Limited Woven Accents Kilim Upholstery, Three of FIve
By ASH NYC, Woven Accents
Located in New York, NY
The WC2 daybed is a simplistic and elegant piece, its design is inspired by French designers like Charlotte Perriand and Jean Prouvé of the 1950s era. The bed’s hand-turned legs join...
Oak, Poplar, Wool