10 Striking Bauhaus Seats That Marry Form and Function

Born in Germany in the early 20th century, the Bauhaus movement remains a significant influence on the work of designers and studios. Known for its functional yet aesthetically pleasing designs, the Bauhaus movement sought to bridge the gap between art and industry. Today, its impact can still be seen in various creative disciplines, including collectible design. Discover our curation of 10 unique Bauhaus seating objects that seamlessly blend form and function.

G I G I by N I S H 

© N I S H 

The G I G I French Oak barstool with steel footrest is a stylish and functional Bauhaus-inspired seating option. With its sturdy frame, comfortable seat and sleek design, it adds elegance to any space.

DADA Armchair by Opus Design Collective

DADA Armchair by Opus Design Collective
© Opus Design Collective

The DADA Armchair is made of bent steel plates that extend from its legs to its backrest. A stand-alone rounded cushion is fixated on its back and its upholstered seat is elevated using welded steel rods.

Toasted Round Stool by Toasted Furniture 

Toasted Round Stool by Toasted Furniture 
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Toasted Furniture is a project that combines innovation, design and ecology. Everyday waste plastics – for example, the packaging of cleaning products – are recycled with the help of an innovative and simple device.

Look Down by Carl Hultin

Bauhaus movement
©  Carl Hultin

The work presented here is an eclectic result of Afropean roots, an interpretation of furniture with a new point of view by Carl Hultin.

Larry’s Lounge Chair by Project 213A

Larry’s Lounge Chair by Project 213A
© Project 213A

Simple yet ingenious, a continuous metal frame bent and shaped to form the base for a rich natural Bauhaus-inspired leather seat.

“OVNI” Stool by Cultivado em Casa

“OVNI” Stool by Cultivado em Casa
© Cultivado em Casa

After a long intergalactic voyage, OVNI (UFO) lands in the form of a bank. A visual stimulus that celebrates geometric patterns and vibrant colours.

Stool Curva by Cultivado em Casa

Stool Curva by Cultivado em Casa
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A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of this collection. Using this element of industrial origin and organic format, the studio seeks to create affable Bauhaus pieces, which transmit softness incorporated into the rawness of the material.

“Meanwhile” Lounge Chair by Studio 25H

© Studio 25H

The “Meanwhile” Lounge Chair is a response to the current “over-referencing” design that recycles the same concept of minimalism over and over. When designing the chair, 25H moved to primitivism 2.0, returning to nature, liveliness, and human essence.

BO Armchair by Giácomo Tomazzi Studio

BO Armchair
© Giácomo Tomazzi Studio

With a strong influence of Lina Bo Bardi’s furniture designs, this armchair has a low and relaxed seat. The 90cm diameter circle gives an aesthetic strength of extreme lightness and geometric purism.

NoAr stool by Carol Gay

© Carol Gay

This stool is an extension of the work that Gay has been developing with recycled rubber from the tyre industry called “air-bladder tyre-rubber”.


Browse our Entire Selection of Bauhaus Objects

At ADORNO, we curate a collection of Bauhaus pieces that capture timeless elegance, cultural significance, craftsmanship excellence, and exceptional material quality. Each item is chosen for its iconic design and its ability to transcend the era, pushing the boundaries of what is considered classic.

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