If you’re searching for modern stools designed in Britain, you’re probably looking for more than just a practical design and instead one infused with beauty, heritage and meaning. 

That’s where Tamart comes in. More than a furniture brand, Tamart is a tribute to the legacy of two visionary modernists: Tamar de Shalit and Arthur Goldreich. Our brand is built on a love story and a shared creative philosophy: one that encompasses architecture, design, art, and politics.

At the heart of Tamart’s offering is the Central Stool, a sophisticated and multifunctional piece that takes inspiration from 1950s London. A revived icon, it’s crafted with the precision and depth that only a deep understanding of modernist design can offer.

A British Modernist Revival

Tamart is a London-based furniture and design brand with a unique story. Founded on the creative partnership of Tamar and Arthur, Tamart looks to reinterpret and contemporise their groundbreaking design language. Both were polymaths, modernist thinkers whose creativity extended beyond design and architecture into activism and fine art.

Their ideas, first shaped in mid-century London, are still deeply relevant today. In a world craving more meaning in everyday objects, Tamart offers pieces with soul: modernist in spirit, British in origin, and enduring in form.

The Central Stool: A Design Classic

If you’re looking for modern stools that blend function with a sculptural appearance, the Central Stool stands out. Designed by Tamar de Shalit while she was a student at the Central School of Arts and Crafts in London, the stool encapsulates a clarity of form that speaks directly to the modernist ethos.

Crafted from turned wood with three tapered legs and traditional mortise and tenon joints, this stool is both striking and poetic. Its half-moon top makes it highly versatile: place the flat edge against a wall, pair two together for a complete circular side table, or let it stand freely as a sculptural object in its own right.

Though born in the 1950s, the design feels unmistakably fresh, a testament to Tamar’s timeless vision. Now, 73 years later, Tamart is faithfully producing this modernist classic in the UK, using high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship.

Designed in the UK, Made to Endure

Our commitment to British design and production is central to our identity. Every stool designed and made by us ensures a level of detail that mass production can’t match.

Unlike furniture that relies on trends, Tamart’s pieces are built to last, physically and aesthetically. The Central Stool is a piece that evolves with your space: a stool today, a side table tomorrow, a sculptural artefact for years to come. It’s a piece you’ll never need (or want) to replace.

Furniture with Meaning

Tamart doesn’t just sell furniture; we look to honour a story. The life and work of Tamar and Arthur underpin every one of our designs. These are two people who believed in the power of design to shape human experience; that beauty, integrity, and functionality were not separate pursuits but parts of a whole.

By reissuing this modern stool, we provide a rare opportunity to own a piece of modernist history, but one updated for contemporary living. A design that’s rooted in the values of British craft and clarity.

Booking a Visit to the London Showroom

To fully appreciate the tactile and sculptural quality of Tamart’s work, the best way is to see it in person. You’re welcome at our private showroom in London, open by appointment only. Here you can learn more about the brand’s heritage and the design process behind each piece.

Whether you’re an interior designer seeking statement pieces for a project, or an individual drawn to modern design with cultural depth, a visit to the Tamart showroom is a worthwhile journey into design history brought to life.

Why Choose Tamart?

Choosing Tamart means opting for modern stools designed in the UK that don’t just sit in a room, they tell a story. Choose our designs and you’ll benefit from: 

• Authentic Design Heritage. Our furniture and products are based on original work by modernist architect Tamar de Shalit.
• British Craftsmanship. Pieces are designed and made in London with meticulous attention to detail.
• Timeless Designs which are immune to trends and wonderful long-term investments. 
• A  Personalised Experience. Appointments at our showroom in London offer a more exciting way to find your next furniture. 

In a world filled with throwaway design and fleeting trends, Tamart is committed to offering furniture that matters. When you search for modern stools designed in the UK, you might not expect to find a legacy, a love story, and a modernist masterpiece, but with Tamart, that’s exactly what you get.

The Central Stool is more than a seat. It’s a statement: of form, function and memory. Designed in the 1950s, reborn in the present, and ready for your future spaces.

Explore our latest modern furniture today. Or don’t hesitate to get in touch for more information.