There are a lot of ways to take your interior design in a new direction or to simply change it up a little bit. Altering and editing a design is part of the fun of the process. When you want a new look but don’t want to start from scratch, swapping out or adding accessories can do the trick. Something as simple as a vase, coffee table or floral arrangement might be just the small touch you’re looking for. And if you’re not too sure about how you want to incorporate something like vases into your décor, here are some creative ways to bring your decorating dreams to life.

1. Flowers

Vases and flowers go together like peanut butter and jelly. So naturally one of the wonderful ways to bring a vase into a room’s design is to use them to display floral arrangements, real or artificial. A narrow necked vase will make arranging flowers easier, while wide necked varieties work better with non-blooming floral pieces. If you want to use a vase for flowers, have several on hand, so you can choose the right vase for the right arrangement.

2. Buds

Bud vases are short and stout usually. They are specifically for showcasing a flower bud or several. They’re simple and quick and their minimalism gives a touch of modern that is sure to be noticed. Keep the stems relatively short according to the height of the vase, and let the blooms speak for themselves. Consider chinoiserie vases, as they are elegant statements that are sure to brighten up a decor.

3. Shelving

A decorative shelving unit can always benefit from an arrangement of vases and other decorative touches. Displaying vases that are unique or have painterly finishes on shelves creates conversation and echoes creative energy. If you’ve got some really standout pieces, you’ll want to paint shelves a neutral color that allows your vases to shine.

4. Texture

You can also use vases to add texture to your design. Artisan vases that are one of a kind will absolutely give your decor some much needed texture. Another way to create texture with vases is to play with their shape and their heights. Incorporating a vase with a pattern or a sculptural vase will also give the same effect. Tall vases are the perfect vessel for sculptural branches, and bud vases allow you to leverage the texture of blooms simplistically.

5. Centerpieces

A beautiful vase makes a wonderful centerpiece on just about any table. Whether it’s your dining table, bar or console table, the right style will give your surface a whole new look. You can add a rustic bouquet of seasonal blooms, dried flowers or even artificial flowers to a table centerpiece. Be adventurous and try an urn, a pitcher or a confit jar. And remember, the wider the neck, the fuller your arrangement can be. The possibilities are endless.

There are tons of ways to bring vases into your room designs. Whether you’re looking to display the vase alone or as a vehicle to display something else, there’s no right or wrong way to incorporate them. Get creative and don’t be afraid to switch things up.