Holiday, Megan- Vase Design

This design is intended for a middle class family’s household and would probably be found in chain stores like Pier 1 and Crate & Barrel.  Mass production of this vase will start at 500,000 and if product shows to be popular production will increase. The product is 12 X 8 inches. The materials are clear glass and brushed stainless steel. The stainless steel and glass were chosen because both can be easily recycled, and both are made with recycled material, making the product ‘green’.  The only color will be the gray/silver of the stainless steel.

            The vase is designed to appeal to the modern trend of minimalist design and brining nature into the home. The design’s focus is to create an object that allows man made products and natural objects, like flowers, to compliment each other. It is a remark on keeping the world ‘green’ while keeping in mind that the consumer’s need of a simple, aesthetically pleasing design that can fit into any home. The glass section is for putting flowers around in a decorative circular. The glass keeps the stems visible.  The circular design allows for easier flower arranging and is a common shape seen in households, so the vase should compliment the home smartly.  The inner-brushed stainless steel cylinder is for putting other flowers, candies, or other decorative elements the consumer wishes to add to the vase. The glass can be easily removed from the stainless steel base and can be easily cleaned with a dishrag and soap.