Sculptural ceramics inspired by Nordic nature and craftsmanship. Simple yet expressive vessels explore form and material, blending the boundaries of functional design and art. Each piece is handcrafted, revealing the subtle nuances that make it one of a kind.
Aava Collection
Vuono was founded in 2023 by Milja Bannwart, a Brooklyn based ceramic artist and designer. Her inspiration is rooted in childhood summers spent immersed in Finnish nature, crafting with foraged clay, fishing, and swimming. She strives to create ceramic objects that provide emotional value with their physical presence, and can become meaningful companions for years to come.
Drawing inspiration from the gentle movement of water ripples, the Aava tall vase has a soft, undulating form. Handcrafted in porcelain with a smooth matte finish, it has a glazed interior that allows it to hold water. Carefully formed in small batches, each piece has subtle variations, making it one of a kind.
Drawing inspiration from the gentle movement of water ripples, the Aava carafe and cup set features a soft, curvilinear form. Handcrafted in porcelain with a smooth, matte finish, it has a glazed interior, allowing it to hold water. Carefully formed in small batches, each piece has subtle variations, making it one of a kind.
Drawing inspiration from the gentle movement of water ripples, the Aava medium vase has a curvilinear form with a rounded base. Handcrafted in porcelain with a smooth, matte finish, it has a glazed interior, allowing it to hold water. Carefully formed in small batches, each piece has subtle variations, making it one of a kind.
Drawing inspiration from the gentle movement of water ripples, the Aava large vase has a soft, curvilinear form. Handcrafted in porcelain with a smooth, matte finish, it has a glazed interior, allowing it to hold water. Carefully formed in small batches, each piece has subtle variations, making it one of a kind.
“Vuono”, Finnish for Fjord, deep inlets shaped by glaciers, symbolizes fluidity and movement
Studio
Each Vuono piece is designed, handcrafted, glazed and fired in our Brooklyn studio
