A unique experience which blends the creative boundaries of digital & traditional craftmanship.
HEMPLA SANCTUARY -“MEDITATION PIT-STOP”- is a unique interactive installation which blends mindfulness with advanced design, ancient craft, sound and light.
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Hempla Sanctuary at the recent Artist
And The Machine Summit in Los Angeles
We were honored to create a Hempla Sanctuary at the recent Artist And The Machine Summit in Los Angeles.
Surrounded by over 500 visionary creatives, technologists, and thinkers, we contributed to the vibrant conversation imagining the future of human-machine collaboration.
The Hempla Sanctuary offered a meditative, grounding space to reset and reconnect, powerfully highlighting the essential role of intentional, human centered, biophilic design in supporting well-being.
Hempla Sanctuary was exhibited in partnership with Zumtobel Lighting during Fuorisalone 2025
In collaboration with ZUMTOBEL Lighting, HEMPLA SANCTUARY – 'MEDITATION PIT-STOP' – debuted as an immersive installation that brought together mindfulness, cutting-edge design, ancestral craftsmanship, sound, and light at Zumtobel’s new Milan headquarters during Fuorisalone 2025.
In collaboration with ZUMTOBEL Lighting, HEMPLA SANCTUARY – 'MEDITATION PIT-STOP' – debuted as an immersive installation that brought together mindfulness, cutting-edge design, ancestral craftsmanship, sound, and light at Zumtobel’s new Milan headquarters during Fuorisalone 2025.
Conceived as a biophilic oasis of calm amid the sensory overload of Milan Design Week, the installation offered visitors a moment to pause and reset. Inspired by the contemplative principles of the traditional Zen garden, the Sanctuary featured a curated selection of Hempla meditation furniture; 3D-printed hemp and sugar-based seats alongside handcrafted organic hemp and wool rugs by Sofia Hagen and Studio Marmi.
Guests were invited to relax and meditate, immersed in a Sonic Menu of bespoke healing soundscapes: The Hemplawave, composed by The Sound Nutritionist and informed by Hempla’s geometric language. This auditory experience was complemented by ephemeral lighting by Thorn Lighting and daily guided meditation sessions.
Pairing product design with art, SofiaHagen x Studio Marmi bring together the latest in innovative 3d printing technologies and traditional craftmanship to create a timeless design dedicated to mindfulness.
Each HEMPLA comes with the HEMPLAWAVE; a bespoke meditation soundscape composed by The Sound Nutritionist, based on the geometries and material frequencies of the design, to complete an allover holistic mindfulness experience with healing frequencies balancing the nervous system.
Inspired by the principles of the traditional Zen Garden for contemplation, HEMPLA is a meditation furniture set that invites its users to create a sanctuary to relax and meditate in a variety of configurations.
HEMPLA meditation furniture set is structured around the Zen garden principles such as simplicity, naturalness and creating an environment of peace, harmony and tranquility.
Hempla I
Hemp & Sugar Set
Seat: 3D printed with hemp & sugarcane
Rug: Recycled Hemp & 100% Natural Wool
Wood & Sugar Set
Seat: 3D printed with wood & sugarcane
Rug: Recycled Hemp & 100% Natural Wool
$2400
(Seat,Rug, Soundscape)
Hempla II
Sugar Set 1
Seat: 3D printed with sugar
Rug: Recycled Hemp & 100% Natural Wool
$2400 (Seat,Rug, Soundscape)
Sugar Set 2
Seat: 3D printed with sugar with integrated LED lighting
Rug: Recycled Hemp & 100% Natural Wool
$2800 (Seat,Rug, LED Lighting, Soundscape)
Materiality
The Seat
HEMP & FERMENTED SUGARCANE
AS 3D PRINTED BIOMATERIAL
Hempla seat I is made with organic hemp which is turned into 3D printing pellets also bound with bio-PLA from fermented sugarcane.
Hempla seat II is made solely with BIO-PLA from fermented sugarcane, creating a translucent surface and integrates LED lighting by Studio Waldemeyer, programmed to follow the user’s circadian rhythm.
Sustainability is at the forefront of Hempla philoshophy. 3D printing as a technology is one of the most energy efficient fabrication methods to date, saving 50% of materials compared to traditional fabrication methods and creating zero waste as no formwork or additional structures are needed but can be incorporated into the design. This also makes the pieces fully recyclable, biodegradable and non-toxic.
Dimensions: 11.8x25.5x9.8 in (30x65x25 cm)
The Rug
HAND WOVEN RECYCLED HEMP FIBERS & 100% NATURAL WOOL
The Hempla meditation rug is handwoven with un-dyed recycled hemp fibers and 100% natural wool. Handwoven in Usak, Turkey by skilled weavers, each meditation rug is unique and showcases the natural variations of hemp color.
Designed to provide cushioning for comfort during meditation, it’s comprised of finely woven hemp with a silky feel and soft wool fibers. The rugs provide a comfortable base and support for daily meditation practice.
Hemp fibers are strong, durable, and mildew-free.
Dimensions: 35.5x35.5 in (90x90 cm)
The Team
Sofia Hagen leads an award-winning creative practice working at the intersection of art, design and tech to create 3D-printed sculptural products and installations.
The practice has built a reputation for blending high-end design with cutting-edge technology and advanced biomaterial research. Prior to launching her own studio, Sofia Hagen was co-founder of HagenHinderdael, a practice that
received critical attention for its use of cutting-edge technology and advanced material research to create high-end design products. She led the creative conception and design development of the practice’s 3D-printed products and installations, working closely with digital fabrication specialists and material scientists globally.
Sofia Hagen
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Asli Smith & Sirin Aysan
Founded by Asli Smith & Sirin Aysan, Studio Marmi was born out of the founders’ desire to create unique collections that expressed rug design as an art form.
Asli Smith is an artist and multi-disciplinary designer based in New York. Her textile work, informed by traditional Anatolian textile and weaving techniques, seeks to create contemporary poetic expressions inspired by the myths, art and history of the cultures of Asia Minor. Her illustrations have appeared in design publications (American Illustration, Communication Arts and Print), window displays, and textiles. Her woven paintings were on view at
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Christin Rauter & Leon Jean-Marie
Experts in sound-driven transformation, Christin and Leon blend vibrational therapy, neuroscience, and sound design to deliver immersive experiences, guest talks, and innovative sound solutions.
Christin Rauter is a multifaceted professional in music, psychology, and sound design. Growing up in the natural beauty of rural Austria, she developed a deep connection to movement and sound. Once a concert pianist, she seamlessly transitioned her performance skills into sound design, blending neuroscience with ancient wisdom. With degrees in Music and Psychology, she integrates a deep understanding of human
The Sound Nutritionist
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Get in Touch
info@studiomarmi.com (USA)
info@sofiahagen.com (Europe)
You can also contact us through the following form for requests of general information, quote and customization.