More and more people are choosing to give an urn a permanent place in their home. Not in a closet or tucked away, but visible - as a tangible reminder of who is no longer there. An urn, if placed with care, can be part of your interior without sacrificing intimacy or serenity.
At Artemis urns, we believe that creating a personalized memorial spot helps to stay connected to a loved one. Below we share some tips and suggestions for setting up such a place - in a way that suits your style, memories and feelings.
Choose a place with light
An urn often looks best in a place with natural light, such as near a window or skylight. Sunlight can bring the colors and shades of ceramics to life. But even a subtle wall lamp or candlelight can add warmth and security.
Work with natural materials
Combine the urn with natural elements such as wood, stone or linen. A rough wooden board, a soft cotton rug or a marble coaster can anchor the urn in the space in a beautiful, peaceful way.
Add personal items
Small items associated with the deceased make the place unique and intimate. Consider:
- a watch, glasses or a piece of jewelry
- a book he or she loved to read
- a drawing of his or her hand
- a handwritten bill or card
- a small souvenir of a shared journey
Photos in austere frames
One or two photos can say a lot without making the place feel "overloaded. Choose an understated frame that matches the urn. If necessary, alternate with abstract images or nature photos that bring tranquility.
Work with scent
Scent evokes memories. A scented candle, incense or a small bowl of lavender or cedar can help connect the nook to your memory sensorially as well.
A vase of flowers or dried flowers
A small vase of fresh flowers or a simple bouquet of dried flowers adds life and color to the place. Choose flowers that match the season or have personal meaning.
Use a pedestal or niche
Want to give the urn a separate, more symbolic place? Then a small pedestal, wall shelf or niche in the wall can help give it an almost "altar-like" character - without feeling like a shrine.
In conclusion, less is more
It is important not to overcrowd the place. Peace and simplicity give the place room to breathe - and to allow you to be still. Let it be a nook that invites you to remember, but also to live.
Each urn from Artemis is handmade and meant to be more than an object - it is a carrier of love, of remembrance, of presence. The way you give such an urn a place in your interior may reinforce that feeling.
Do you have a question?
Please feel free to call us on +32 476 31 75 60, or send an e-mail. We are ready to listen to your needs and work with you to find the appropriate urn.