Exploring the Unique Aesthetic of Bakku and Katachi by 101 CPH

Katachi, meaning “shape” in Japanese, explores the delicate balance between light, shadow, and form. Made from mouth-blown glass, each vase features an irregular surface that subtly distorts and refracts light, casting shifting reflections and soft shadows throughout the day.

The sculptural silhouette is both organic and precise, inviting movement and visual curiosity from every angle.

Available in two refined tones – Clear and Smoked Forest – the vases offer distinct expressions: one airy and transparent, the other moody and atmospheric.

Offered in three harmonious sizes, the Katachi vases are designed to be displayed alone or grouped together to create a serene, architectural arrangement. Whether filled with branches or left empty, they bring a quiet sense of poetry and presence to any space.

Named after the Japanese word “Bakku,” meaning “bag,” this collection embodies a distinctive, fluid form reminiscent of a softly collapsing sack.

Each vase celebrates the beauty of imperfection, embracing natural curves and subtle variations that bring artistic elegance to any space. Expertly crafted using the age-old technique of mouth-blown glassmaking, each Bakku vase begins as molten glass heated to 1,500 degrees Celsius before being carefully shaped inside a custom mold. Air is then gently blown into the glass, forming its iconic silhouette.

Once removed from the mold, the vase undergoes a meticulous tempering process, with its top edge cut and polished to perfection. Finally, it is spray-painted in one of two sophisticated hues, each bringing a unique character to contemporary interiors: Smoked Forest, a rich, deep transparency infused with warm brown undertones that evoke the depth of shadowed woodlands, and Smoked Desert, a soft, warm grey with delicate translucency, reminiscent of early morning mist.

Due to its artisanal craftsmanship, no two Bakku vases are exactly alike; small air bubbles or slight variations in shape make each piece truly one-of-a-kind.

Available in two sizes, the mini vase is ideal for delicate floral arrangements on a dining table or as a refined accent on a console or coffee table, while the larger vase makes a bold statement whether showcasing vibrant blooms, sculptural branches, or standing alone as a striking glass centrepiece.

Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl.

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