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The word "vase" can often be misunderstood because many people automatically connect the idea of a vase with a flower arrangement. Today, however, we want to talk about another type of vases: modern design vases, they are decorative elements with a unique style, characterized by shapes, colors and innovative materials. Made by the best brands such as Venini, Driade, Kähler Design and many others. It is not always easy to decide which vases and how to combine them, so it is important to understand what features we want to highlight, before placing them on a shelf or on the windowsill. Even if the arrangement is very subjective, we have some tips to combine them with originality, highlighting the vases and the environment in which they are placed.
Materials
In the picture: Unico Large and Small, by Kähler Design
Modern design vases are made of blown Murano glass or hand-painted ceramic: why not highlight the craftsmanship? Combining vases of different materials you can give a strong impact.
Textures
In the picture: Ordini, by Driade
You can place them side by side-alternating smooth, wavy, ribbed or rippled surfaces. Giving a movement effect; It is recommended in a simple and linear environment, so as to create a strong contrast of shapes that gives dynamism to the room.
Heights
In the picture: Fiducia, by Kähler Design
Create your personal skyline by playing with heights! Alternate tall vase and low vases, then a medium vase and a tall one again; the result is a sinuous effect of spatial continuity, suitable for any type of decor.
Transparency
In the picture: Happy Pills, by Venini
Transparent glass vases are ideal to give a touch of design without weighing down the room. Transparency takes on volume, reflects light and illuminates the environment.
Color palette
In the picture: Omaggio (large, medium, small), by Kähler Design
With vases in bright colors, you can achieve a vibrant and multicolor effect, combining, contrasting or complementary shades on a neutral background. You can try to arrange them by creating a scale of nuances, which stands out even more against a contrasting background.
Family
In the picture: Hammershoi, by Kähler Design
Design objects often belong to families of similar products, similar in shape and color. Matching different vases, but of the same family, creates an effect of completeness.
Monochrome
In the picture: Ombria, by Kähler Design
A very versatile idea is to combine design vases of the same color. Monochromatic decorations always give a feeling of elegance.
Glossy and opaque
In the picture: Gear, by Driade
Combining shiny and opaque surfaces creates a truly amazing and never dull optical effect.
For all tastes
In the picture: Florian II, by Driade
Display your entire collection like in a bazaar. You can mix styles, sizes, and colors without fear of making mistakes, the important thing is that they are all different, in order to create an effect of creative chaos.