7 Vases and Planters that Double as Sculptural Showpieces for your Home

Vases and planters are often treated as finishing touches. Placed last, filled quickly, and rarely given much thought beyond what they hold. But when chosen for form rather than function, these objects can do far more. They can ground a surface, shift the balance of a space, or draw the eye without overpowering it.

In contemporary interiors, sculptural vases and planters are increasingly used as standalone décor pieces. Often left empty, their shape, material, and proportion are allowed to take centre stage. A curved ceramic form, a faceted glass surface, or a grounded resin silhouette can introduce depth and visual rhythm, even in the simplest setting.

This edit brings together seven pieces from Address Home that work as sculptural showpieces in their own right. Each offers a distinct way to create a visual focal point. Through thoughtful placement and pairing, these luxury vases and planters can shape a space with intention, clarity, and restraint.

1. Cudo Gold & Black Metal & Wood PlanterWith its tall, architectural stance and restrained geometry, this piece reads as a sculptural object rather than a conventional planter. The contrast between the matt black cuboidal base and the lustrous gold bowl gives it strong vertical presence, setting it apart from typical modern indoor planters. This black-and-gold palette sits comfortably against neutral backdrops, warm wood tones, stone finishes, and deeper wall colours, adding structure without visual heaviness.

Styling Notes

• Use as a pair to frame doorways or passage openings, creating a clear sense of symmetry and arrival.
  
• Place singly beside low furniture such as a sofa or lounge chair, where its height can lift the overall composition.
  
• While the piece works beautifully on its own, any foliage added should be minimal and unobtrusive, allowing the structure and finish to take precedence.

2. Candelora Antique Green VaseDefined by its wide, fluid silhouette and restrained height, the Candelora Vase is a study in balance and proportion. The antique green patina brings depth and character, while the brushed brass-finished base subtly elevates the form, preventing it from feeling visually heavy. Its abstract profile and distressed metal texture pair naturally with earthy palettes, warm woods, and softer neutrals, making it a versatile luxury flower vase that favours finish over ornament.

Styling Notes

• Allow generous negative space around the vase so its wide silhouette reads clearly and isn’t visually compressed. Works particularly well on horizontal surfaces such as long consoles or sideboards, where its width can visually counterbalance the length of the furniture.
  
• Complements spaces that use aged or timeworn finishes, such as brushed metals, patinated surfaces, or natural stone, where its distressed texture feels intentional rather than decorative.
  
• If styling with faux flowers, keep arrangements compact and close to the rim. Short-stemmed blooms or restrained foliage maintain balance and keep the form visible.

3. Arabella Black & Silver VaseThe Arabella Vase is defined by contrast and suspension. A black powder-coated iron frame forms a bold amphora-like outline, while the reflective silver conical glass vase hangs at its centre, creating a sense of movement within structure. Its scale and open framework give it strong architectural presence, placing it firmly among statement glass vases that interact with space as much as surface.

Styling Notes

• Keep surrounding décor low and restrained so the eye is naturally drawn to the suspended silver form.
  
• If styling with faux flowers, choose tall, linear stems with a sculptural profile rather than full arrangements, echoing the vertical rhythm of the frame.
  
• Position near a natural light source or under soft accent lighting to highlight the contrast between the matte black structure and reflective centre.

4. Midas Leaf Grey & Gold VaseThe Midas Leaf Vase draws its impact from texture rather than scale. Cast in resin, its stone-like grey body carries a tactile, almost geological quality, while the gold leaf motif introduces a controlled note of ornamentation. Nature-inspired without leaning rustic, this is one of those resin vases that works well in layered interiors where texture and subtle metallic accents play a supporting role.

Styling Notes

• Place against darker surfaces or deeper wall tones to allow the gold leaf detailing to stand out without appearing ornate.
  
• Pair with raw or tactile materials such as linen, unfinished wood, or matte ceramics to echo the vase’s textured surface.
  
• Style it alongside the smaller Midas Leaf resin vase in black to create contrast through both colour and scale. Placed together on a console or shelf, the pairing feels intentional and sculptural rather than matched.

5. Aomori Blue Ceramic Vase

The Aomori Vase draws attention through movement and contrast. Its tall ceramic form is animated by sweeping cobalt brushstrokes set against a crisp white surface, creating rhythm without relying on surface texture. The hand-painted finish gives it an expressive, art-led quality, placing it well above the ceramic vases you see.

Placed among artwork or collected objects, the vase reads as a functional art piece rather than a decorative accessory.

Styling Notes

• Style with long faux blooms or branching stems emerging from the tapered neck. Upright, lightly spreading forms echo the movement of the brushstrokes.
  
• Pair with natural materials such as pale wood, cane, or linen to soften contrast and keep the overall look balanced.
  
• Position where it catches natural light, allowing the smooth ceramic surface to enhance the painted strokes through the day.

6. Auguste White Resin PlanterThe Auguste Planter is unapologetically object-led. Its large, block-like form is animated by repeated half-face detailing across all four sides, lending it rhythm and quiet drama. The coarse, concrete-like texture tempers the sculptural motif, keeping it grounded.

As one of the more expressive luxury planters, it works especially well as a standalone piece among planters for indoor plants that prioritise form as much as greenery.

Styling Notes

• Best styled with a single, well-structured indoor plant. Upright or architectural foliage ensures the sculptural detailing remains visible.
  
• Works best when paired with darker flooring, wood finishes, or stone surfaces, allowing the white resin to read as sculptural rather than flat.
  
• Pair with plants that have controlled volume. Think upright palms, rubber plants, or snake plants rather than bushy foliage, so the planter’s form isn’t visually overwhelmed.

7. Almeta Brown & Champagne Gold Vase

The Almeta Vase brings together surface detail and softness of form. Its rotund glass body features painterly brushstroke effects in grey and brown, while the champagne gold base, etched with a subtle foliage pattern, adds warmth and refinement. 

The interplay of glossy glass and metal detailing places it comfortably among designer glass vases that favour richness without excess.

Styling Notes

• Style as a standalone accent on a console or sideboard, allowing its rounded form and surface detailing to remain unobstructed.
  
• Pair with softer materials such as fabric-upholstered seating, rugs, or matte ceramics to balance the glossy finish.
  
• If adding faux florals, opt for understated arrangements with gentle curves so the vase remains the dominant element.

When vases and planters are chosen for their form, they stop playing a supporting role and begin shaping the space around them. Scale, silhouette, and surface take precedence, turning everyday objects into quiet anchors within the home, creating pauses and moments where the eye can rest before moving on. Whether it’s a sculptural glass flower vase, a thoughtfully placed indoor planter, or one of those luxury flower pots that commands attention even when empty, these pieces invite a more deliberate way of styling.At Address Home, every piece is designed to hold its own, shape everyday spaces, and allow design to unfold with quiet confidence. Explore our collection of vases and planters, thoughtfully crafted to sit effortlessly within modern homes.