# Compressed Glass Bud Vases Glassmateria Studio Launched its Unique Slimline Vase Collection By Elena Rahman | Published 2021-08-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slimiline-vase-collection References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/natalia-phillips-reimagines-bud-vase-slimline-collection/) & [glassmateria](https://glassmateria.com/) The Slimline Vase collection by Glassmateria Studio is a modern take on the bud vase. The brainchild of Costa Rica-based designer Natalia Phillips, the Slimline collection was inspired by childhood imagination. Phillips plats with height, thickness, and color to create [slim glass vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navazi). The collection is made using a [fused glass technique](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-glass-bottles) that allows the designer to join, superimpose, and shape the glass. A special kiln is used to reach extremely high temperatures and enable the glass to take on its compressed vase shape. The playful collection features [geometric shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-collection), making for a unique addition to the modern home. Available in various colors and heights, the vases can be used individually or placed together to create a colorful landscape. Image Credit: Glassmateria Studio ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: South 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 - **Fused Glass Decor:** Opportunity for designers and glass-makers to explore the fused glass technique and create new decorative objects for modern homes. - **Geometric Shapes in Home Decor:** The use of geometric shapes in home decor continues to be a trend, and designers can experiment with new forms and combinations. - **Compressed Glassware:** The technique of using extreme heat to create compressed glass opens up opportunities for new products beyond just vases, such as bowls and sculptures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The Slimline Vase collection demonstrates how innovation in materials and design can create unique and playful home decor products. - **Glass-making:** There is an opportunity for glass-makers to develop and refine the fused glass technique, opening up new possibilities for decorative and functional glass products. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can leverage the trend of geometric shapes and unique glassware to create visually striking and memorable spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Delicate Colorful Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delicate-colorful-vase.md) - [Nature-Inspired Colorful Glass Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anemona.md) - [Mouth-Blown Glass Hydro Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydro-glass-vase.md) - [Modern Totem-Like Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totemlike-vases.md) - [Affordable Designer Vase Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-vase.md) - [Minimalist Illusory Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaso-gota-vase.md) - [Sweden-Inspired Unique Glass Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midsummer-mini-vase.md) - [Geometry-Inspired Vase Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangle-vase-collection.md) - [Nordic-Inspired Glass Blown Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fab-vase.md)