We Love This: Bring the warmth of summer inside
By Signe Hansen | Press photos
As nature is in full bloom, we’ve selected six stylish and highly functional plant holders to help you bring the warmth and energy of summer inside, in the form of a winning mixture of greenery and Scandi design. In truth, some of these pots are so beautiful, the plant will serve mainly as an excuse to include them on your shopping list. Inspired by the rising temperatures, many of our favourites combine classic Scandinavian minimalism with a touch of Southern tactility and colour.
Ridge vase and planter, Kaksikko
The stunning Ridge vase and planter designed by Kaksikko, a Helsinki-based design studio, is the perfect example of a plant holder that not only serves to bring a bit of summer inside but also doubles as a sculptural element on its own. Available from Muuto in glass, terracotta and off-white earthenware, the Ridge family combines an artistic aesthetic with typical Scandinavian functionality – its characteristic dent doubles to create a striking exterior, allowing flowers to stand upright and serving as a subtle handle for easy movement between rooms. We’re in love with the large (H 48.5 cm) terracotta vase version, which, like the stone plant box, gives a subtle nod to the warmer parts of Europe. As a matter of fact, the vase is inspired by the doorways of Paris. The Ridge planter also comes in a striking moss green. From 489 DKK
Eden self-watering herb pot set, Orthex
Inherently Scandinavian, the Eden self-watering herb pots are minimalistic, highly functional and sustainable. Created in bioplastic made of sugarcane, you get all the benefits of conventional plastic combined with a fully renewable raw material. The pot set is from Orthex, a Nordic producer of household products – including an extensive line of plant care items such as flowerpots and watering cans. Notedly, though Orthex Group, today, has customers in 40 countries and on four continents, the company still produces its products in its original locations in Gnosjö and Tingsryd in Sweden and Lohja in Finland. For plant novices, the Eden self-watering range provides an affordable and almost fail-proof start to your green venture. From 299 SEK
Stone plant box with shelf, Trine Andersen
Mixing a generous splash of Southern Europe’s tactile luxury with Scandinavian minimalism, the newly released Ferm Living stone plant box with shelf offers a luxurious update to the classic plant box in metal. Made from premium French stone, it’s an elegant piece that can be used both indoors and outdoors, offering endless possibilities not just for plants, but also books, or decorative objects. Originally designed by Trine Andersen, the founder of Copenhagen-based Ferm Living, the plant box series has become a favourite for those who love to combine greenery and design. 5.899 DKK
Grab watering can, Stine Aas
If plants could choose their own accessories, surely they would wrap their branches around the Grab watering can designed by Bergen-based designer Stine Aas. Stylish, yet oddly endearing, and highly functional, Grab will fit right into any chic space, whether an urban garden, a balcony or a hallway table. The can is produced by the Norwegian design studio NOTHERN, and available in dark green, light yellow and deep plum. Thanks to its sleek, handheld shape, the can is simple to handle, quick to fill, and, we find, easy to love. 1.290 NOK
Trio square dark red flower pot, Ania Pauser
Maybe the rise in temperatures is leading our gaze towards plant holders that ooze of Southern Europe, or Scandinavian minimalists have taken a liking to the combination of pure lines with warm colours and rich tactile materials. Either way, the Trio square dark red flower pot is another example of how well this combination works, especially when paired with a living green plant. Designed for KLONG by Swedish Ania Pauser, the pot plays with patterns and colours to create depth and shadow in a way that immediately captures the eye. It’s available in three sizes, two patterns, and several colours. The inner and outer pots are made of stainless steel, and the tray is made of brass. From 56.50 EUR
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