# Curiously Crushing Vases Mianne de Vries Breaks Down Design with These Containers By Romina S. Cortellucci | Published 2012-08-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mianne-de-vries References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/archives/027571.php) & [miannedevries.nl](http://www.miannedevries.nl/CURIOUS-VASE-gaat-kapot) In the case of the latest design by Mianne de Vries the use of destruction can be the maker of beauty. Deemed the 'Curious' Vase, the actual design consists of [several vases inside each other](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torre-vases). This smashing idea was created by the Dutch designer Mianne de Vries, a graduate from the Art Academy Utrecht. This was a very difficult project to produce, but the result is spectacular. In order to reveal the [design of the vase underneath](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-hole-vase), one must break through the outer vase. According to Mianne de Vries's website, "If you destroy the vase to find out what's in it, there is no turning back. Don't you dare to take this risk, then you will always stay curious." The question is, would you be willing to take a crack at it? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Destructive Design:** The use of destruction in design to create unique and visually striking products. - **Nested Objects:** The concept of layering multiple objects within each other to create a multi-dimensional design. - **Interactive Exploration:** Encouraging consumers to actively engage with a product by breaking through layers to discover hidden designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore the use of destructive design techniques to create captivating and one-of-a-kind products. - **Art and Sculpture:** Artists and sculptors can embrace the concept of nested objects to push the boundaries of traditional art forms. - **Product Packaging:** By incorporating interactive exploration elements into product packaging, brands can create a unique and memorable unboxing experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Delicate Colorful Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delicate-colorful-vase.md) - [Minimalist Illusory Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaso-gota-vase.md) - [Milled Three-Dimensional Puzzle Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-bodies.md) - [Nordic-Inspired Glass Blown Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fab-vase.md) - [Sculpturally Provocative Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-sculptural-vase.md) - [Connection-Inspired X-Shaped Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaax.md) - [Nature-Inspired Colorful Glass Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anemona.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Geometry-Inspired Vase Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangle-vase-collection.md)