Floor vases in the interior: types and subtleties of choice

Even the most beautiful renovation will not give a special atmosphere of comfort and home charm, if you do not use small decoration techniques in the interior design. Floor vases are exactly the main touch that helps to make the necessary accents in the room and to put into practice all the ideas, add a peculiar twist and emphasize the stylistic preferences of the home owner.

The category of floor vases includes vases with a height of more than 40 cm - lower products are not recommended to be placed down, as they will simply be lost in the general space. Floor vases are placed on the floor, in niches, on low stands and sills. This interior accessory has come to us since ancient times. It is known, for example, that ancient Greek masters created real masterpieces of art, which in those years were used to store various aromatic oils, amphorae, as well as bulk substances. Such products were found only in the most noble and wealthy houses, since they were considered an indicator of luxury and belonging to the upper class.

Actually, little has changed these days - large and stylish floor vases are still considered a symbol of sophistication, luxury and impeccable taste. In the old days, vases were quite voluminous, modern vases are more refined and are more often used as a decorative element in combination with floral compositions.

Floor vases can be high and low, models 40-50 cm are referred to as low, and longer ones - to high. Keep in mind that the larger the decor element, the more overall the room should be; a large vase in a small room will create a feeling of congestion in the space. It is noted that large vases look better one by one, that is, in a single copy, but small ones should be combined into small groups and compositions.

In addition, vases can be narrow and, conversely, wide. The first ones visually stretch the space, they look perfect in a group, wide ones are much better placed in the corner or along the wall. For home decoration, there are no clearly marked dimensions of a floor vase, all dimensional frames are limited only by the manufacturer's imagination, for example, in width it can be both very thin objects and models with wide sides.

But as for the length - here, as a rule, the upper limit is 1 meter. It makes no sense to make the products taller, then the filler of the vase will "hide" and the desired effect will not be achieved. The configurations of floor vases are very diverse, however, the main geometric trends can be traced.

Gypsum and ceramic are also very popular., because they immediately attract attention and become the finishing touch to the design composition. Rectangular, like square vases, are optimal in laconic designs, especially hi-tech or minimalism, which are characterized by pronounced geometric lines and pointed corners. A round vase is more traditional, it will complement a room decorated in the Provence, country style, and will also be very harmonious in a traditional classic interior, bringing a touch of grace.

A variety of materials can be used to make floor vases.

• Ceramic option considered one of the most common in the world. Such vases can be made in any shape, and then painted and decorated in any desired style.
• Very stylish and modern look glass vases, while they are quite massive, so they are very stable on the floor. The glass used in the production of volumetric floor vases can be shiny or matte, completely transparent or colored, monotonous or with pronounced figured patterns.
• Look no less stylish plastic products, it is a light and strong material, moreover, it is easy to process. Therefore, you can make a vase of absolutely any shape and any decor from plastic. However, they are very light, so if you have small children or favorite pets at home, be prepared for the vase to fall constantly.
• Wicker looks exceptionally atmospheric and cozy wicker or rattan products... These are lightweight products, they do not break when dropped, although they can be seriously deformed under strong physical impact. They look great in a country or Provence style living space and blend in with dried flowers.
• Porcelain vases will not leave anyone indifferent. This is a fragile and exceptionally refined decor element that, better than any words, testifies to the status and taste of the owner of the premises. This item looks good near a fireplace or along walls.

• Wooden vases very stylish, while each product is unique, because any type of wood has its own special pattern. Such products are performed both with carved parts and with aligned walls. However, keep in mind that wood reacts to moisture, so you should not put fresh flowers in water in such a pot.
• Special mention should be made of about crystal vases - these are curly products with carved walls that form an amazing play of light, shimmer and shimmer, emphasizing the gloss, luxury and aristocracy of the living space.
• Metal vases look exceptionally stylish, and in a variety of interiors. So, yellow metal is more suitable for an oriental style, forged products can decorate the chalet and rustic country style, and chrome-plated ones will be appropriate in modern rooms with a predominance of glass.
• Gypsum also often becomes a material for the manufacture of floor vases, such products are molded in a special shape, so they have a relatively low cost.
• And here are the vases natural stone They are distinguished by their extraordinary beauty, most often onyx and malachite are used for manufacturing. Stone models are quite massive and heavy, and they are quite expensive, but their appearance certainly justifies all these shortcomings.

Floor vases are available in a wide variety of designs, the most popular are the following.

• Carved - made of wood, plastic or ceramics, outwardly they resemble lace. Even the most voluminous and tall items look exquisite. These vases are usually lightweight, so it is best to place them in a safe place.
• Painted - stylish vases that are good for ethnic interiors, most often this is a light blue Gzhel design. It is very effective if the same ornaments are repeated in other home furnishings so that a single design concept is maintained.
• Flower-shaped lamp - this vase not only performs the main function of decorating a room, but is also used instead of a lighting object. Such products are good for bedrooms, as well as a children's room. They are harmonious in traditional and modern interiors.Such a vase itself is a complete decorative element and therefore does not require additional decoration.

• Another type of light object is vase-floor lamp, which is often installed in living rooms, making them more cozy and truly warm in the evening.
• Looks very unusual floor vase-pots, it is usually made from clay and is a large flower pot. Such products well emphasize ethnic motives in the room, they are especially favorably set off by oriental ornaments.
• Vases with rhinestones suitable for lovers of shine and gloss, such accessories are optimal for modern modern designs, where even a small amount of rhinestones effectively emphasizes color patterns.
• You can arrange a vase in decoupage technique... Such a hand-written original design will fully reveal the concept and color scheme of the interior.

Choosing a floor vase is not an easy decision, because it will become part of your style and should emphasize and set it off, not conflict.

For the high-tech style, it is better to dwell on chrome-plated vessels, but for the classics, it is worth buying a luxurious ceramic vessel, and if it is painted manually, it will guarantee you hitting the top ten. In addition, the classics go well with simple white flowerpots, and painted flowers will add a touch of grace to them. The Egyptian style is characterized by clear geometric lines, but African motifs can be fully embodied by a vase made of wood or imitation of branches with all kinds of ethnic images.

Transparent, narrow decors are suitable for minimalism. All fans of vintage or shabby chic style will surely like pastel shades with an artificially created effect of aging or patina.

It is important to take into account the characteristics of the room in which you plan to place the vase. So, in the bedroom it is better to choose products in gentle pastel colors that will contribute to relaxation. For the living room, it is worth experimenting with styles, shapes and tones - depending on the general concept of the room, you can place bright accents or emphasize serenity and family comfort - there are no restrictions for imagination.

It is quite difficult to choose the optimal floor vase for the hallway, because it is on it that guests make up the first impression of the owners. So, unusual products will tell about the originality of the owners of the house, strict forms will emphasize their restraint and brevity.

• The floor vase is a very successful interior idea.
• For each style, its own options for floor vases are good, for example, brown clay products are suitable for country style.

• For Provence and shabby chic, it is better to give preference to vases with an artificially aged coating.
• Elite glass and metal jewelry looks great in modern styles.

• Floor vases perfectly highlight Chinese and Egyptian ornaments.
• Russian folk motives are also popular.

For information on how to make a unique floor vase with your own hands, see the next video.