U

Who are U?

U is the new Italian ceramic Design object designed by artetica in Milan.
U is Ultra-functional, thus able to fulfill several functions in one object.
U is the shape of the object seen from above,
it reads "YOU" and is meant to represent the identity of each person.
U thus changes according to how you want, to make any home environment yours.
U is made of glazed ceramic, in five color variations, and is produced km zero in Milan.

Multiple functions can coexist simultaneously, with the addition of interchangeable interlocking ceramic accessories (Add-On).

The U modular system: one vase, many functions

With the addition of an Add-On, U becomes:

• an ashtray for the living room or the balcony;
• a candle holder to create atmosphere on a dining table;
• an incense holder for stick incense, in the entrance hall or the bedroom;
• an incense burner for cone incense, to perfume the living room or the kitchen;
• an object holder or aperitif bowl for keys, jewellery, snacks or small items.

Several functions can co-exist at the same time, by combining different Add-Ons.

If you want to use the Add-Ons without the U vase, the Holder is the free-standing ceramic base that lets every Add-On work independently.

*Add-Ons are not included.

Part of the Design by artetica collection

U is the central piece of Design by artetica, the contemporary collection of lamps, vases and ceramic objects entirely designed and produced in Milan by artetica.