# Eco Printed Plant Holders These Plastic Bottle Vases Require the Reusing of Empty Containers By Amelia Roblin | Published 2016-03-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-bottle-vase References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/3d-printed-vases-give-new-life-old-bottles/) & [designlibero](http://www.designlibero.com/portfolio/3d-printed-vases-collection/) Central to the functionality of each of these [plastic bottle vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottle-strip-cutter) is the insertion of used water bottle inside. The parametric structures of these stem holders are able to look transparent and open thanks to clear containers within them that actually hold the water. Libero Rutilo's [3D-printed vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-van-herpt-1) come in a few shapes and sizes, yet each one is produced with a threaded connection that enables the user to screw in a half-liter bottle. The particular form of that container will barely be visible behind the unique textures of the iSinuous, the iSpider, the iLace and the iKnitted objects. This product turns [trash into part of the design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/by-osmosis), leading as an example of how to give consumable items a longer life––especially in bringing them into the realm of elegant design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to repurpose waste materials into aesthetically pleasing and functional designs. - **Parametric Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop products with customizable and adaptable features through parametric design principles. - **Sustainable Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create environmentally friendly products that prioritize resource conservation and reduce waste. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainability and upcycling concepts into home decor products to meet the growing consumer demand for eco-friendly options. - **3D Printing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine 3D printing technology with parametric design to offer customizable and unique products in various industries. - **Packaging:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethink packaging solutions to reduce waste by utilizing upcycled materials and incorporating aesthetic elements into the design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Illusory Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaso-gota-vase.md) - [Nature-Inspired 3D-Printed Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drag-and-drop.md) - [3D-Printed Filament Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polyformer.md) - [Eco Abstract Vase Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-vase.md) - [Playful Packaging-Inspired Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-milk-vase.md) - [Chandelier-Shaped Self-Watering Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfwatering-vase.md) - [Recycled Plastic Decor Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastplan-design-studio.md) - [Self-Cleansing Antimicrobial Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/potr-letterbox.md) - [Floating Stem Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-effect-vase.md)