Subtle scents: Diffusers consider form and function

Aer is made from glass, concrete and marble powder to create a diffuser that lets fragrance seep into the porous marble material before slowly wafting up into the air. Ventus also embraces the softer side of perfume, creating a scented breeze that is encapsulated in a glass vessel and only released when a wooden ball is moved from the vessel's opening. In contrast to the other two, Nebula takes a harder approach to diffusion, using porcelain and brass and an air pump to emit fragrances in bursts of ‘volatile mist’. Each of the diffusers examines how the form affects the way the fragrance is emitted, creating a ritualistic relationship with the equipment.

For more on the different ways designers are using fragrance and ritual to enchant the senses, read our Sensory Splurge microtrend.