# Science Fiction-Inspired Vases This 3D-Printed Vase is Designed Like a Mutant Transformation By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-04-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-vase References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/04/22/mutant-vase-by-yiannis-ghikas-has-a-sci-fi-surface-pattern/) & [yiannisghikas](http://www.yiannisghikas.com/?ds-gallery=mutant-vase-2) Inspired by Wolverine's metallic blades that go through his skin, Greek designer Yiannis Ghikas designed a 3D-printed vase that mimics the ribbed surface effect of something moving under our skin. This science fiction special effects-inspired vase has a simple base like that of any other, which the designer then layers with three-dimensional decoration on only one side to give it that mutant effect. "I was always impressed while watching [science fiction movies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-transformation-lamp) when a foreign organism or a parasite was moving underneath the skin of a human being, altering its smooth surface with its own form," says Ghikas about his 3D-printed vase design. That is why Ghikas used [3D printing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoskyn) to get the ribbed mutation effect, while keeping the vase looking smooth and sleek. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Science Fiction-inspired Design:** Creating designs that mimic science fiction elements, such as mutant transformations, can provide unique and memorable products. - **3D Printing in Home Decor:** Using 3D printing technology to create decorative home products allows for intricate and customizable designs. - **Organic-inspired Aesthetics:** Designing products that incorporate organic and natural elements, such as ribbed surfaces, can create visually appealing and intriguing designs. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore incorporating science fiction-inspired designs into their product offerings, providing customers with unique and visually striking options. - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry can expand its applications by targeting the home decor market and offering customizable and visually appealing products. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can incorporate organic-inspired aesthetics in their creations, exploring new forms and textures for artistic expression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anamorphic Fuzzy Glowing Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alien-vases.md) - [AI-Developed 3D-Printed Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/differential-growth.md) - [Minimalist Illusory Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaso-gota-vase.md) - [3D-Printed Colorful Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1.md) - [Cosmic Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-hole-vase.md) - [Geometry-Inspired Vase Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangle-vase-collection.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photon-nex.md) - [Sculpturally Provocative Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-sculptural-vase.md) - [Futuristic 3D-Printed Decor Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sekisai-cobreathing-objects.md)