Challenging traditional forms with new layers, colour and metallic blocking, along with newly refined lines; this season’s glass homewares offer modern styling solutions for your dining room, table top or sideboard. From the innovative layering of La Chance’s Toy vase to the timeless quality of Boyd Blue’s Kaiden bowl, glassware has never been so versatile. TIP: Combine glass, crystal and mirrored surfaces for maximum glamour or take an understated approach and blend a bulk of minimal glassware with natural materials like timber or stone.

One of the best features of a glass top dining table is that it can morph into different styles depending on your interior scheme. Style it modern or classic, elegant or urban, the options are yours with longevity. 180 x 90cm, $999, www.freedom.com.au

Inspired by old tube amplifiers from the1960s, these pendant lights work wonderfully in a cluster and will make a statement hanging above the dining table. $245 each, www.top3.com.au

Where fun meets industrial style, Australian furniture designer Mark Tuckey ticks all of the right boxes with this vibrant collection for CottonOn. from $5, www.cottonon.com

Designed by colour led duo Scholten & Baijings for Hay, made with hand blown crystal glass and accentuated with a minimal expression of colour. The entire collection plays host to ombre hues and sleek elegance. Red Wine Glass, $58, Carafe, $78 and Water Glass $28, www.cultdesign.com.au

Your table centre is calling for this classic display of colour and soft curves. With a diameter just over 25cm, Kaiden can sit pretty or be used as a serving bowl too. $215, www.boydblue.com

Contrasting but well-appointed materials of delicate lead crystal and solid Carrara marble form this modern and luxurious collection, which consists of champagne coupe, wine glass and martini glass vessels. Starting at $229, store.cafecultureinsitu.com.au

Sculptured and functional, ‘Toy’ designed by French designer Guillaume Delvigne embodies a fusion of techniques blending new and old glass making methods; It’s combination of blown glass, industrial flat glass and 3D printing on glass result in a visual interaction of colours, patterns and reflections. Just available, $2460, www.livingedge.com.au

Inside acts as a smooth to drink from vessel, outside resembles the texture of a stitched textile. This juxtaposed design offers a sense of curiosity and is available in Smoke or Clear colours. Bowl $54, Carafe $135, Large Glass, $54, Medium Glass, $39, Small Glass, $37, www.cultdesign.com.au

Your coffee on the go never felt so good. Join the reuse revolution in style with this barista standard reusable cup. Cork and tempered glass 340ml reusable coffee cup, $30, www.biome.com.au

Blend glass, marble and metal for a look that is modern and fresh yet relaxed. Small Tess Carafe $114, Fold Tray $109, Marble Perspective Board $249, Small Lily Bowl $189 www.beansandjazz.com.au

Pimp your water or DIY punch, a drink dispenser does away with the need of a butler, and guests can serve themselves. 3.7 litres, $10, www.kmart.com.au

Take a less is more approach with a simple tabletop scheme of timber, neutrals and an ocean of clear, understated glassware. $19.95-$80, www.scandinalia.com.au

Creative firm Roar + Rabbit designs textiles, furniture and home accessories that blend modern style with whimsical details. With their soil-friendly, antiqued brass-finished bases, West Elm’s terrarium open glass cases make displaying your greens easy and beautiful at the same time. Mad in India. $69.00 – $99.00 www.westelm.com.au