Collectivity is what makes a group of individuals stronger – it creates a shared sense of belonging. This idea gave shape to Colonia (Spanish for “colony”), a project that metaphorically envisions collectivity through plants. In this narrative, each plant becomes an individual contributing to a peaceful, shared environment. The inspiration comes from colonial Mexican fountains, often found at the heart of traditional homes. These fountains, calm and grounding, serve as gentle anchors that bring balance to interior spaces. Colonia seeks to reconnect the user with nature by inviting the outside world in, through light, transparency, water, and plant life.

 

The collection consists of two vases composed of interchangeable elements: a water container and a plant holder. The plant holders feature subtle openings that allow plants to grow freely, choosing their own path. The conceptual foundation is paired with minimal, balanced geometry, resulting in pieces that integrate naturally into various spaces without disrupting their harmony.

/ typology: object.
/ client: Designed for Inétido - Design Week Mexico.
/ design: Mijali Posada Polydorides.
/ awards and exhibitions:
_ Inédito - Design Week México, Mexico City (2020).
_ Emergente - ZsONAMACO Diseño, Mexico City (2021).
_ Five Years of Espacio de Arquitectura, Arte y Diseño - Espacio CDMX, Mexico City (2022). 
_ Finalist - Premio A! Diseño (2021).
_ La Forma en el Espacio - Studio RP, Puebla (2023).
/ glassblowing: Efrén Romero de la Cruz and Israel Cruz Vargas - Taller Silvano.
/ glass machining: Josué Israel Luna Nuñez and Miram Anabel Marín Durán - Taller los Luna. / materials and techniques: Glassblowing.
/ dimensions: 20 Ø x 30 H cm.
/ status: Production upon request.

/ year of production: 2020.
/ place of production: Tonalá, México.
/ photography: Mijali Posada Polydorides.