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Colorful stool is made from 80% recycled plastic

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When it comes to functional pieces of furniture, we probably go for items that are able to serve their function (and are most likely affordable) and are not really that concerned with the design or aesthetics. But the past years, a lot of people have also been concerned with how these items are made, specifically with the materials used to create them as we become more conscious about our personal carbon footprint and the things taht we consume.

Designer: Alexander Latersztain for Derlot

The original Stump stool from Derlot were already interesting enough with their “bold, minimalist and uncomplicated” take on this piece of furniture that lets us sit. Now the newest version is the Stump Recycled which carries the same basic structure of the stool but is now made from 80% recycled post-industrial plastic LDPE. And if you’re the type that would go for furniture that’s made sustainability then this should be right up your alley.

Because of the material it’s made from, you also get a different design. The patterns on the stools feature a terrazzo-like design which makes it more textured and colorful look. The original Stump stools had pretty solid colors but this time around you have the option to have a seat with a kaleidoscope-like finish. This is their “fresh interpretation” of how you can use recycled materials to enhance your design as well.

Derlot says that more than just a stool that you can sit on, this is a symbol of their commitment to pursue more sustainable design and production. I don’t know how long I can last sitting on this stool though as it’s small and doesn’t look that comfortable but sure, for sustainability, it’s a pretty interesting piece of furniture to have.

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Colorful Compact Furniture Design Alternates Between A Side Table & Stool Depending Upon Your Need

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There’s just something about a smartly designed piece of furniture, that can meet a number of needs, that ticks all the checkboxes of me. And if they also manage to be space-saving, and somewhat transformative, that’s some additional brownie points for them. Since space constraint is a legitimate real-time issue in most modern apartments today, it’s become almost imperative to search and seek out functional, ergonomic, and compact furniture designs for our homes. And a furniture design that I recently came across, that would be an excellent addition to your contemporary homes is the S1 stool and side table by Alexander Lotersztain.

Designer: Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

Designed by Australian designer Alexander Lotersztain for the furniture brand Derlot, the minimalist and simple S1 stool doubles up as a handy side table! The stool/side table has a simple form that is inspired by an I-beam, which is a structural member with an I-shaped cross-section. The S1 stool is ideal for both indoor and outdoor use, owing to its versatile form and universal design.

“Strikingly minimalist, S1 captures the modesty of a stool yet quietly commands any space,” said Australian brand Derlot. “S1 can be both a stool or a side table for indoor or outdoor use – a solid reminder that simplicity equals versatility.”  The stool is crafted from a durable thermoplastic called low-density polyethylene (LDPE), which makes it a fully recyclable product that can be recycled at the end of its life cycle. The S1 stool and side table is available in a range of varied colors such as orange and green.

The furniture piece is also available in three heights to maximize its versatility. It is an adaptable and functional design that is an excellent fit for modern homes where space issues seem to reign supreme. You can alternate between the piece’s stool and side table form, switching between both variants depending on the need of the hour. All in all, the S1 side table and stool is a minimalist, utilitarian, and functional piece that can fit into any corner of your home. It occupies minimum space while providing maximum functionality.

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Reimagined 1950s Bar Stool Is Inspired By A…Mosquito

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I’m at a point in my life where I’m team stools over chairs, and I truly believe stools deserve to be given way more credit than they get. Stools are often overlooked, maybe because they occupy minimum space, and aren’t really overbearing. But these traits are what make stools so great in my opinion! I mean, they’re compact, and a great space-saving furniture option for our modern homes. They are also super portable. So, we’ve found a stool that provides a healthy seating experience while also packing a punch with its good looks – the Mosquito Bar Stool.

Designer: Rex Kralj

Say hello to the peculiarly named ‘Mosquito Barstool’! The original Mosquito chair was designed by mid-century designer and architect Niko Kralj and Slovenian brand Rex Kralj has reimagined it as a contemporary wooden bar stool. The Mosquito Bar Stool has the same plywood seat as the 1953 Mosquito Chair, which was one of its distinguished features. This seat has a unique and signature “winged form” that mimics the bodies of the flying insects, hence giving the stool its quirky name.

The frame of the stool is built using the using same plywood as the folded seat, giving the entire design a uniform and unified theme. The plywood is available with either a natural or dark-stained finish, which is further accentuated by a slender footrest made from stainless steel. Rex Kralj says that the Mosquito Bar Stool was developed by art director Bart Schilder “to fulfill the potential of Niko Kralj’s original designs”.

“By virtue of the seat’s winged form, the Mosquito Chair is celebrated as one of Niko Kralj’s most inventive designs,” said the Ljubljana-based brand, which was founded in 2012 to honor the work of Kralj. Composed in 1953 by Niko Kralj, the Mosquito chair went into production only recently thanks to the efforts of Rex Kralj.” And there is truly something quite inviting and welcoming about the Mosquito bar stool despite its eccentric form and intriguing seat. It’s the kind of bar stool that makes you want to sit on it, relax and nurse a drink or two for yourself if you somehow completely manage to ignore its name!

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The Arc Stool Is An Excellent Example of Functionality Meets Elegance & Simplicity In A Furniture Design

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I’m at a point in my life where I’m team stools over chairs, and I truly believe stools deserve to be given way more credit than they get. Stools are often overlooked, maybe because they occupy minimum space, and aren’t really overbearing. But these traits are what make stools so great in my opinion! I mean, they’re compact, and a great space-saving furniture option for our modern homes. They are also super portable. And an excellent stool design that would be a wonderful addition to your living space is the Arc stool by Juntos.

Designer: Juntos

The Arc Stool is a simple but wonderfully and thoughtfully designed stool that can add manifolds of elegance and personality to your living space. The stool is a typically humble item, however, the Arc Stool attempts to elevate and upgrade this rather mundane furniture piece. It is a signature piece of the inaugural collection by the US studio Juntos.

The minimalist and elegant stool has a sculptural appearance that is accentuated by its gently curved seat, and angled legs, which perfectly merge together to create a sophisticated furniture piece in a unique mottled color, that Juntos describes as having a rather “sensual approach”.  The stool has angled legs, that offer a ridge for the hand under the seat, making the stool extremely easy to pick up and move. On the other hand, the dipped surface adds comfort for the sitter.

The beautiful stool is available in three different colors – the dark blue Tide, deep purple Tinto, and greenish color named Lichen that has an interesting hazy wash of color. The Arc Stool was launched at this year’s International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) at New York Design Week. This first collection by Juntos is made to order, or produced in small quantities by skilled craftsmen in Maine. It’s a beautifully crafted piece that is a suitable pick for those who love small compact furniture designs that occupy minimum space while exuding maximum personality and charisma. You can pair it up with other stunning furniture pieces, and it would harmoniously merge with them, creating a coherent and finely done living space.

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This Coffee Table + Stool Set Are As Light & Weightless As They Are Resistant & Strong

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One of the most important elements of a home will always be the furniture that’s placed in it. The furniture in a home can either make or break it! The right kind of furniture design can create the essence and soul of a home. And I do feel it’s essential that the soul of our home is a reflection of our own soul. Hence picking furniture pieces that bring out the best in our homes, while authentically representing our personality is a must. You need to pick designs that are fun, sophisticated, and functional. They add an extra spark to your home, without compromising on utility in the least. And the R24 Coffee Table and Stool are a unique furniture duo that would be an excellent addition to your modern home.

Designer: Paula Valentini

Argentinian architect Paula Valentini merged her training and experiences in art and urban planning to design the R24 Coffee Table and Stool. Created for GANDIABLASCO, the two-piece set has a sculptural and almost artistic appeal to it. The architect attempted to explore textile architecture on a smaller scale through the coffee table and stool. “The image of the weightlessness of bodies held in space and the intention to explore structural fabrics became the guiding light of the project. Through R24 I evoke sensations and images like the evanescence of a bailiff’s wing. It is a useful object and it is also a work in space,” said Valentini.

The R24 Coffee Table and Stool are now a part of GANDIABLASCO’s outdoor furniture catalog, although they were initially designed in exchange with the Museum of Contemporary Art of Buenos Aires and its collection of abstraccíon geométrica. The goal was to create lightweight furniture pieces that are also extremely resistant and durable. To achieve this goal, Valentini dematerialized the edges and substructures and avoided brace rings. She provided the furniture designs with ethereal support and imparted them with an appearance of continuity. This, in turn, produced degrees of opacity and creates the image of a kaleidoscopic structure when the stools are stacked upon one another. “The pieces of the R24 series stand out for their open and slender weave and are surprising for their ability to support a weight close to one hundred times their own,” concluded Valentini.

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A Spinning top inspired this stool, helping this vernacular furniture reach Global heights

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Design, like art, possesses the unique power to express ideas and evoke emotions that transcend cultural boundaries, enriching our lives in profound ways. it’s also about sharing culture and knowledge in a way that’s visually captivating.
One such concept is the El Nahla Stool, it is a remarkable furniture piece that draws inspiration from the popular spinning top game, which is believed to be one of the oldest toys in history. With a design rooted in ancient origins and infused with contemporary craftsmanship, this unique stool pays homage to cultural heritage while embracing global appeal. Created as part of CLUSTER’s (Cairo Lab for Urban Studies, Training, and Environmental Research) project in Cairo, Egypt, El Nahla Stool aims to bridge the gap between formal and informal economies by integrating designers, manufacturers, artisans, and craftspeople. Let’s delve into the fascinating features and significance of this extraordinary creation.

Designer: Mohamed El-Haddad

The spinning top is a timeless toy cherished by people worldwide and holds a special place in our collective memories. Crafted from wood with a squat body and a sharp point at its base, this ingenious creation defies gravity as it spins on its vertical axis, mesmerizing us with its gyroscopic effect. The spinning top shows us how design and culture can come together. It brings people from different backgrounds closer through the fun of playing with it. It has been enjoyed by people for a long time, from ancient times to today, bringing happiness, imagination, and a sense of togetherness. It’s a toy that makes us feel nostalgic and reminds us of good times. Its enduring appeal lies not only in its elegant form but also in its ability to evoke nostalgia and familiarity, transcending time itself.

The visionary behind El Nahla Stool sought to create a design that represented the essence of Cairo’s “Ard El Lewa” area while transcending geographical boundaries. By tapping into the ubiquity of spinning tops across various localities, the stool’s designer recognized the universal appeal of this beloved toy. The unique shape of the spinning top seamlessly integrates with the stool’s structure, transforming it into a functional and aesthetically pleasing piece of furniture.

The stool serves as a versatile seating option, with its height-adjustable feature. Designed as a raised seat supported by three legs, this stool allows users to customize its height for optimal comfort. Whether it’s for a home, restaurant, or café setting, El Nahla Stool blends functionality and style, making it suitable for a variety of interior spaces.

The strength of El Nahla Stool lies in its distinctive design and global recognition. This stool has immense market potential worldwide. Its functional spinning mechanism not only adds an element of interaction but also allows for easy adjustment of the stool’s height. Interior designers, both locally and internationally, will find this unique stool a valuable addition to their projects. Moreover, its versatility ensures that end-users can enjoy its charm in diverse settings.

The market for unique, locally-inspired stools is relatively limited, making El Nahla Stool a highly sought-after product. Interior designers are constantly seeking distinctive pieces that can elevate their projects, and this stool fills that gap perfectly. Furthermore, as El Nahla Stool transcends cultural boundaries and resonates with a global audience, its appeal extends beyond the local market, attracting international buyers and end-users alike.

El Nahla Stool stands as a testament to the power of combining ancient inspiration with contemporary design. With its roots in the historical significance of the spinning top and its functional adaptability, this stool seamlessly blends cultural heritage with modern aesthetics. As an interior designer’s dream and a standout addition to any space, El Nahla Stool is set to make waves in both the local and international markets. Experience the charm and functionality of this globally inspired furniture piece that captures the essence of local areas worldwide.

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Minimal wooden stool is inspired by chess pieces

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I’m at a point in my life where I’m team stools over chairs, and I truly believe stools deserve to be given way more credit than they get. Stools are often overlooked, maybe because they occupy minimum space, and aren’t really overbearing. But these traits are what make stools so great in my opinion! I mean, they’re compact, and a great space-saving furniture option for our modern homes. They are also super portable. And, we’ve put together a collection of stool designs that not only provide a healthy seating experience while promoting a good and stable posture but most of them are created from sustainable materials as well. And, the Rook Stool by Ross Gardam is an excellent stool to add to your living space!

Designer: Ross Gardam

Designed by Australian designer Ross Gardam, the Rook Stool draws inspiration from chess pieces! Available in three types of solid wood, if you look closely at the stool, you’ll find deft and interesting similarities to the pieces you find on a chess board. The designer drew references from the shapes of decorative wooden chess pieces for the Rook Stool. The stool utilizes simple elements that have been placed at unusual but intriguing angles and intersections to create a sculptural appeal.

The stool consists of two planks of wood that have been placed together to form the central post. The post nearly touches one side and diverges on the other. A tubular black metal footrest is wedged between the two planks, resulting in an interesting interplay of forms. The Rook stool is available in options of solid walnut, white oak, or blackened oak, with the metal footrest and base plate powder coated in a textured black.

The stool is also available in a choice of three different heights which caters to the needs of different users, so you can pick the stool that perfectly matches your height! The seat also comes along with optional upholstery. The stool is produced by Gardam’s own studio, and it is built and assembled in Australia. The unique stool would be a wonderful addition to the homes of chess lovers!

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This colorful stumpy stool with wheels is perfect for indoors and outdoors

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I’m at a point in my life where I’m team stools over chairs, and I truly believe stools deserve to be given way more credit than they get. Stools are often overlooked, maybe because they occupy minimum space, and aren’t really overbearing. But these traits are what make stools so great in my opinion! I mean, they’re compact, and a great space-saving furniture option for our modern homes. They are also super portable. And, we’ve put together a collection of stool designs that not only provide a healthy seating experience while promoting a good and stable posture but most of them are created from sustainable materials as well. And a great stool design I recently set my eyes on is the Stump Stool!

Designer: Alexander Lotersztain for Derlot

Australian designer Alexander Lotersztain designed the Stump stool for the furniture brand Derlot. The circular stool is an adorable stump-looking stool that can be customized with wheels or integrated lights. “Bold, minimalist, and uncomplicated, Stump gives an appreciative nod to one of the earliest forms of seating. Ideal for moments of impromptu conversation or much-needed repose, Stump satisfies any social or seating arrangement,” said Derlot. And it’s true, the Stump stool is a simple minimal-looking stool, with no unnecessary tussles or frills, it does its job and it does it well.

The stool is available in three heights and a variety of fun and bright colors. It was designed to offer adaptable seating for spontaneous interactions. The stool is crafted from low-density polyethylene (LDPE) plastic which makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. So, it would make an excellent addition to not only your backyard but also your living room. You can take your pick, and place it wherever you like. Users can even add wheels to the bottom, making the stool portable and easy to move around from one location to another.

The stool can be upholstered in fabric or leather options. You can make a selection on the basis of your home interiors. Stump can also be equipped with integrated battery-powered LEDs that light up the stool from within.

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This stool and side table set can be interlocked together like a pair of LEGO blocks

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There’s just something about a smartly designed piece of furniture, that can meet a number of needs, that ticks all the checkboxes of me. And if they also manage to be space-saving, and somewhat transformative, that’s some additional brownie points for them. Since space constraint is a legitimate real-time issue in most modern apartments today, it’s become almost imperative to search and seek out functional, ergonomic, and compact furniture designs for our homes. And a furniture design that I recently came across, that would be an excellent addition to your contemporary homes is ‘The Cube’.

Designer: Mirlay Özlem ER

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Designed by Mirlay Özlem ER, the Cube or the Cube Hobby Space is an ingenious design that comprises of a stool and side table, that have been craftily interlocked together, and can be separated to use individually. The design basically consists of two furniture pieces – a stool, and a side table. The two pieces have been configured together to function as small and cozy nooks for users to engage in their hobbies, or even get some work done. Both the pieces can be nested together, or placed on top of each other like LEGO blocks – making it super easy to store them away, assemble and disassemble them.

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The stool is rather small and compact but seems comfortable enough. Besides functioning as a seating space, it has been integrated with a storage section below and on the left-hand side as well, these can be used to store magazines, books, stationery, and any other equipment you may require for work, or carrying out your hobbies. The side table or small desk on the other features a simple tabletop that seems suitable for a couple of hours of work. When you’re in the mood to work or engage in some arts and crafts, you can simply remove the Cube from storage and set it up. Once you’re done using it, you can glide the table on top of the stool, fitting them together, and keeping them away as a single piece of furniture.

Mirlay recommends using the Cube to conduct your hobbies, however as mentioned, it can be used to work, but I don’t think it would be suitable for long durations. It seems okay to use if you have to finish up a small task that doesn’t require much time, or else it could become uncomfortable to sit on the Cube for longer.

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Minimalist stool combines wood and webbing to create a fresh and fun look

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We probably don’t always think about how chairs and stools look as long as they’re comfortable. After all, you don’t exactly see their visual design when you’re already sitting on them. You won’t always be sitting on a particular chair all of the time, however, and those moments when these pieces of furniture are empty can have an impact on your space’s overall ambiance. They can make or break the particular theme you’re going for or enhance the atmosphere inside a room. They can even be conversation starters, depending on how distinctive it looks. This stool, for example, might not look like the most comfortable or stable thing to sit on, but it’s hard to deny how it injects a bit of character into an area with its color combinations and raw vibe.

Designer: found/Founded

Compared to chairs, stools don’t seem to be inherently designed for long periods of use. They don’t have backrests or arms to make you feel comfortable, but they do make up for it by making it easy to sit down on one and then get up again quickly. It’s as if this kind of seat was made for more transient and very temporary situations where you just need a few minutes to rest or chat but never to lounge or work.

The KNOT Stool seems to take that image to the extreme. It is flat all around with nary a curved surface or corner that would have made it look more inviting. You can even directly see the layers of wood that make up its parts, giving it an almost brutalist aesthetic if not for the painted surfaces. Two slanted legs make up the entire support, but their thin profiles don’t really inspire much confidence.

It’s probably still a usable stool, but it seems to be designed more for viewing rather than sitting. The three wooden pieces can be painted in the same or different colors, for example. The decorative webbing strap that wraps around the top of the stool’s legs can also come in complementing or contrasting colors, not to mention being made of different materials.

The result is a stool that looks more fun than ergonomic and more decorative than utilitarian. Of course, it might still be possible to sit on it for a bit, or it can be used to hold other objects if you’re not that confident about its stability. Regardless of the purpose it will ultimately serve, the KNOT Stool is clearly not a typical stool, especially in the way it adds a bit of whimsical fun to your interior.

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