Rainforest Vase

Rainforest Vase is an innovative glass art piece that masterfully combines contemporary 3D design with traditional Scandinavian steamstick technique, created by Finnish designer Sini Majuri. This sophisticated decorative vessel series, which earned the Silver A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, exemplifies the harmonious interplay between nature's contrasts through its distinctive design characteristics. The collection features exceptionally thick glass construction with weightlessly floating color splashes, creating an illusion of lightness despite its substantial form. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, incorporating a unique 3D-modeled shape with a minimalized interior water chamber, achieved through a rare Scandinavian steamstick technique that results in a compelling interplay of light and shadow. The design philosophy emphasizes the delicate balance between volume and void, with dimensions ranging from 250mm height for the tall variant to 100mm for the smaller version. The vases are distinguished by their ability to create vivid optical illusions within their thick glass walls, particularly when illuminated, producing shadow patterns reminiscent of flowing water. This innovative approach to glassware design, which debuted at Dubai Design Week 2019, represents a significant advancement in contemporary glass art, combining functional design with artistic expression while addressing the technical challenge of creating visually lightweight objects from substantial glass masses.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: glass art, contemporary design, Scandinavian craft, decorative vessel, optical illusion, nature-inspired design

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/104455

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