Interdisciplinary studio based in Berlin merging art and design. Our projects are driven by curiosity—toward science, technology, materials, craft, food, and the senses. We explore how design shapes our perception of the world, placing sensory experience at the center of our creative process. Through a multidisciplinary and collaborative approach, we develop new objects and concepts aimed at enhancing everyday well-being.

We believe design is both a powerful tool for solving real-world challenges and a medium for sparking dialogue—inviting reflection on the cultural, social, and ethical dimensions of contemporary life. Our studio works closely with private clients, architects, companies, and scientists to create unique design experiences, spatial concepts, products, and research-based projects.

This commitment to sensory exploration and critical design is further explored in Omer Polak’s TEDx talk, "Smell as a Design Tool", presented in Lausanne, Switzerland.

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Ikabana Collection

Vase No. 165 / 114 / 21

The Ikebana Vases series explores alternative forms of floral composition, where the act of arranging becomes a sensory and spiritual experience. Each vase in the collection is designed to invite playfulness and variation—allowing users to compose flowers not just as decoration, but as a practice of attention, balance, and presence.

The project draws inspiration from the Japanese art of ikebana, a tradition that emphasizes not only the beauty of blossoms, but also the stems, leaves, and empty spaces between. In ikebana, form, line, and silence are as essential as color or fragrance. It is a meditative act—rooted in simplicity, time, and a profound respect for nature.

This tradition resonated deeply with me, particularly its spiritual dimension: the discipline of quiet observation, the elevation of the overlooked, and the belief that mindful arrangement can bring us closer to ourselves and the world around us. I wanted to create a design that brings this possibility to anyone, without requiring mastery or expertise.

The name Vase No. 165 / 114 / 21 reflects the number of flowers each vessel is designed to hold. Each vase is handcrafted from marble and brass using traditional techniques, combining permanence with sensitivity. The design highlights the structure of each stem, treating it not only as a support but as a central aesthetic element.

With these vases, the experience of arranging flowers becomes a subtle dialogue between the hand, the eye, and the material—where nature is not simply placed, but revealed.