European design company Succuc has gained attention for their sophisticated approach to 3D printing technology, creating a collection of vessels that demonstrate the artistic potential of digital fabrication. The handsome vessels, produced using Bambu Lab 3D printing machines, showcase what design expert Rain Noe describes as a "wonderfully restrained application of the technology."
The vessels stand out in the 3D printing world for their subtle elegance and tactile appeal. Unlike many 3D printed objects that obviously showcase their manufacturing method, these pieces don't wear their digital origins on their sleeves. Instead, they present themselves as simple yet visually arresting objects that immediately make viewers want to reach out and touch them. The surface quality and form are so refined that at first glance, observers often mistake them for ceramic pieces crafted by skilled Japanese artisans.
The production method only becomes apparent upon very close inspection, revealing the sophisticated level of finish that Succuc has achieved with their 3D printing process. This attention to detail and quality represents a significant advancement in how additive manufacturing can be used for decorative and functional objects. The vessels demonstrate that 3D printing technology has evolved beyond rapid prototyping to become a legitimate medium for creating beautiful, finished products.
Succuc has made these elegant vessels accessible to consumers through online retail platform Etsy, with prices ranging from $30 to $60 depending on the size of each piece. This pricing strategy positions the vessels as affordable luxury items that bring high-quality design into everyday life. The availability on Etsy also reflects the growing trend of independent designers using digital platforms to reach customers directly, bypassing traditional retail channels.
The success of Succuc's vessels highlights the expanding possibilities within the industrial design community, as evidenced by the growing network of design companies featured in Core77's Industrial Design Resources directory. This directory showcases leading firms like Ammunition, founded in 2007 by partners Robert Brunner and Matt Rolandson, and Agncy Design, which focuses on using design to reduce structural inequity. Other notable companies include Formation Design Group, which specializes in human-centered design innovation, Boston-area firm Fresco Design, and Brooklyn-based Studio RedEye, which helps brands bring bold, manufacturable products to market.
