# Bottle-Holding Skeletal Vases This See-Through Vase Showcases Plastic Bottles in a Skeletal Frame By Jen Chae | Published 2013-06-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seethrough-vase References: [humanrepublic](http://humanrepublic.ca/products/sob.html) This see-through vase isn't made of clear glass. The SOB (which stands for Save Our Bottles) vase design by Human Republic is a thin [skeletal metal frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navazi) that reveals all of its insides. The unique vase design doesn't hold flowers on its own -- it holds the [plastic water bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anew) that do. The simple and minimalistic flower holder can hold one or three plastic bottles at a time. Within each bottle, a single stem flower is placed for a dainty and chic appearance. The design executes an environmentally conscious motive. The creators wanted to save the [constant disposal of plastic bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hmm-design). The SOB vases give water bottles "a second chance and a new purpose at life." Because the frame is hollow, it showcases the act of recycling and the growth that's happening within in. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycling-driven Design:** Designs that repurpose unused or discarded materials to create innovative and environmentally conscious products are gaining popularity. - **Transparent Minimalism:** The use of transparent materials in minimalist designs for household items has given rise to unique and visually appealing decor. - **Eco-friendly Home Decor:** Eco-friendly designs for home decor that utilize recycled materials or promote sustainable practices are becoming more desirable. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry has an opportunity to explore sustainable and eco-friendly designs that promote recycling and upcycling. - **Sustainability:** The sustainability industry can continue to innovate eco-friendly solutions through the repurposing of materials to create new products. - **Waste Management:** The waste management industry can adopt more sustainable practices that promote the repurposing of materials to reduce waste and environmental damage. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mouth-Blown Glass Hydro Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydro-glass-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) - [Floating Stem Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-effect-vase.md) - [Modern Totem-Like Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totemlike-vases.md) - [Self-Cleansing Antimicrobial Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/potr-letterbox.md) - [Jewelry-Holding Flower Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirror-vase-stand.md) - [Personalized Floral Grid Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grid-vase.md) - [Eco Abstract Vase Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-vase.md)