16. Playful Memphis Group
For those who love bold colors, quirky shapes, and high-energy design, the Memphis Group aesthetic is the ultimate choice. Originating in the 1980s, this design movement is famous for its rebellious, postmodern style, featuring bright primary colors, pastel squiggles, bold stripes, and black-and-white graphic patterns. It is loud, unapologetic, and incredibly fun to paint on a ceramic canvas.
To create a Memphis-style vase, start with a bright white or pale yellow base. Layer on bold, contrasting shapes: a bright pink squiggle, a mint green triangle, a cobalt blue circle, and a section of black-and-white diagonal stripes. The key is to embrace asymmetry and playful chaos. This energetic statement piece is guaranteed to brighten up any room and looks best styled in creative workspaces, modern kitchens, or eclectic living rooms.