# Spiral 3D-Printed Vases This Fractal Geek Gift Was Made Using a Makerbot 3D Printer By Noah Hornberger | Published 2014-11-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geek-chic-gift References: [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/listing/209120745/extra-blissful-vase-spiral-koch-fractal) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/listing/209120745/extra-blissful-vase-spiral-koch-fractal) This spiral vase was made on a [Makerbot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerbot-sketch-large) 3D printer and it is a perfect geek chic gift idea. This vase is the result of some intense computation and discovery. The designer began with the [Koch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plaion) snowflake fractal, traced it into a vector, and spun it in a vertical spiral to create the overall form. It is interesting that such a technical -- and to some, geeky -- procedure can create something so beautiful. To make it a little more dynamic, the designer took this spiral vase form and processed it further with a non-linear lattice deformer. This made the spiral softer angled in the middle and more dramatic at the ends. The non-linear flow creates a sense of nature and organic physicality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **3D Printing Art:** The use of 3D printing in creating unique, visually appealing art pieces. - **Fractal-inspired Design:** Creating products and designs based on fractals for a unique and sophisticated look. - **Non-linear Lattice Deformer:** The use of non-linear lattice deformer in processing 3D-printed products for unique shapes and textures. ### Who This Affects Most - **3D Printing:** Using 3D printing for creating unique and innovative products in the art and design industry. - **Home Decor:** Introducing fractal-inspired design in home decor for a unique and modern look. - **Gifts and Souvenirs:** Using fractal-inspired 3D-printed products as unique and sophisticated gift ideas for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spiral Glass Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-glass.md) - [AI-Developed 3D-Printed Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/differential-growth.md) - [Geometry-Inspired Vase Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangle-vase-collection.md) - [3D-Printed Colorful Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1.md) - [Maze-Inspired 3D-Printed Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maze-lamp.md) - [Cosmic Glass Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-hole-vase.md) - [Personalized Floral Grid Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grid-vase.md) - [3D-Printed Terracotta Cooler Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomimcry-3dprinted-terracotta-cooler.md) - [Algorithmic Ceramic Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texture-ware.md)