Manufacturer: Vitra | Designer: Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, 2016

Anodised Aluminium Vases by the Bouroullecs

The Nuage motif first appeared in the Bouroullecs' work in 2002, originally produced as a plastic shelf module — a cloud-shaped form designed to be grouped into clusters and large-scale configurations. Eight tubular cavities pierce the flat surfaces of the module while also defining its outer contours. For the Nuage vase, the designers executed this motif in anodised aluminium of varying heights. The cavities are now positioned upright, dividing the vase into eight individual tubes for the arrangement of flowers and grasses. The undulating surfaces produce an attractive interplay of light and shadow, and individual vases can be assembled into entire cloud formations.

The Small is the most compact piece in the Nuage range — a low, wide form that sits comfortably on a shelf or side table. Use it alone with a few stems, or cluster it with the Medium and Large to build a full cloud formation. Available in Burnt Orange, Ivy, Light Silver, and Steel Blue.

Specifications

• Dimensions — W19.5 × D11 × H13cm
• Material — Anodised aluminium; rubber stoppers
• Colours — Burnt Orange, Ivy, Light Silver, Steel Blue

Also available in aluminium: Nuage Vase Medium and Nuage Vase Large. Also available in ceramic: Nuage (Céramique) Small.

Part of the Vitra Accessories collection.