# Eccentric Ceramic Vases The Objectify Vase Series Features Some Utterly Creative Openings By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-03-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objectify-vase References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/fresh2/2014/03/04/objectify-vases-by-isabell-gatzen.php) & [isabellgatzen](http://www.isabellgatzen.com/2037453/quotobjectifyquot-vase-series) Vases make wonderful decorative items, thanks to their elegant forms, their textures, their patterns and their colors. The Objectify Vase collection, however, attracts attention to a different feature. The vessel's opening, which is often sculpted symmetrically and geometrically, is reconsidered in a number of idiosyncratic ways. The creativity of Isabell Gatzen has produced [flower stem slits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-effect-vase), slots and holes that mimic bird feeders, arteries, salt dispensers, microphones, melted candles and craters. The foundation for each of these items is a [loosely cylindrical form](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navazi) with soft rounded ends. The Objectify Vase series is kept smooth in surface and [pale in color](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnus-collection), serving to better highlight the extraordinary details of the peculiar pieces. They bring character to contemporary spaces with references to nature, landscapes, anatomy and all sorts of unexpected items. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unconventional Vase Openings:** Designers can experiment with unconventional vase openings to create unique and eye-catching pieces that stand out in the market. - **Nature-inspired Decor:** The use of natural and organic shapes and elements in home decor is a trend that has the potential to disrupt the traditional vase market. - **Playful Design Features:** Adding playful and unexpected design features to home decor items such as vases can attract younger and more trend-conscious customers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can benefit from incorporating unconventional and playful design features in their products. - **Ceramics:** Ceramics manufacturers can differentiate themselves from competitors by experimenting with unique and unconventional vase designs. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can capitalize on the trend of nature-inspired decor by incorporating vases with organic shapes and elements in their projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Illusory Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaso-gota-vase.md) - [Unusual Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-brown-paper-bag-vase.md) - [Connection-Inspired X-Shaped Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaax.md) - [Colorful Geometric Ceramic Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barva-vases.md) - [Sculpturally Provocative Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-sculptural-vase.md) - [Milled Three-Dimensional Puzzle Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-bodies.md) - [Greenery-Inspired Textured Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaf-textured-ceramic-vase.md) - [Personalized Floral Grid Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grid-vase.md) - [Exquisite Circular Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-vases.md)