A unique experience which blends the creative boundaries of digital & traditional craftmanship.
Hempla Sanctuary Events
Neuehouse, LA
Design Awards 2025 Winner
Gray Area, San Francisco
July 10, 2025
HEMPLA SANCTUARY -“MEDITATION PIT-STOP”- is a unique interactive installation which blends mindfulness with advanced design, ancient craft, sound and light.
News!
Hempla won the as Grand Prize at the NeueHouse Design Awards for its exceptional innovation and craftsmanship.
In partnership with @Shinola, @COOLHUNTING, and @LADesignFestival, the inaugural NeueHouse Design Awards celebrated those who are reshaping how we live, crafting spaces and objects that are at once purposeful, human-centered, and profoundly inventive. Winners were recognized across three categories: Living, Wellbeing, and Environment.
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.
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
Seat: 3D printed with hemp & sugarcane
Rug: Recycled Hemp
& 100% Natural Wool
Seat: 3D printed with wood & sugarcane
Rug: Recycled Hemp
& 100% Natural Wool
Price Available Upon Request.
Hempla II
Seat: 3D Printed 3D printed sugar with integrated LED lighting
Rug: Woven with Recycled Hemp & 100% Natural Wool
Hempla II incorporates soft warm LED lighting into its design.
Price Available Upon Request.
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)
Upcoming
HEMPLA SANCTUARY - GRAY AREA
July 10, 2025, 6:00pm
Gray Area/Grand Theater
2665 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
An exclusive introduction to HEMPLA, the world’s first meditation furniture crafted from 3D-printed organic hemp, sugar and hand-woven hemp, paired with a guided soundscape session led by London-based sound designers, The Sound Nutritionist.
Discussion will be hosted by London-based designer Sofia Hagen and LA/NY based Studio Marmi, exploring how cutting-edge digital technology intersects with traditional craftsmanship in the evolving world of wellness design.
Apart from HEMPLA, the event will feature the HEMPLAWAVE — a bespoke soundscape based on the geometries of the Hempla design and designed to promote relaxation and focus, creating an immersive sonic atmosphere to elevate the experience.
Speakers: Sofia Hagen, Studio Marmi, The Sound Nutritionist
info@grayarea.org
415.843.1423
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.
A highly versatile practitioner with keen business acumen, she worked from product design to interior and large-scale architectural developments at some of the leading names in the industry, including Zaha Hadid Architects, Heatherwick Studios, Design Haus Liberty, Acme Space, David Collins Studio, Bompas and Parr, and Make.
Austrian-Polish, Sofia trained in architectural design under the aegis of Zaha Hadid at the
University of Applied Arts in Vienna, where she graduated with a Masters in Architecture in 2008, followed by a traineeship as interior designer at Odile Decq Architects, Paris
Sofia Hagen
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 the 5th Istanbul Design Biennial as part of the New Civic Rituals Section in 2020. Kozmos Rug Collection, which she designed for Atlas Harran, was selected as winner of Floor Coverings Category of the Edida Awards (2021) by Elle Decoration.
Sirin Aysan is a documentary filmmaker and creative executive based in Los Angeles. Her award-winning work spans visually striking, character-driven documentaries filmed across the globe, covering topics from ancient history to contemporary politics. At the heart of her storytelling, however, lies a deep commitment to gender equality and women’s economic empowerment. As the co-founder of Studio Marmi, she not only produces beautiful rug collections but also strives to create sustainable livelihoods for local economies—particularly for women who have inherited the craft through generations. For her, rug making is a natural extension of both her creative vision and extension of her storytelling journey.
Studio Marmi
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 behavior into her sonic creations, using sound to unlock potential and promote well-being. Leon Jean-Marie has blended his love of quantum physics, neuroscience and music by working as a composer, producer and remixer alongside Christin Rauter at The Sound Nutritionist. After training as a sound engineer, he signed with Universal Island Records, collaborating with industry giants like Mark Ronson, Gorillaz, and Miike Snow to name a few. A decade later, Leon partnered with Christin, and together they began exploring sound and spatial perception, merging science, music, and holistic wellness.
The Sound Nutritionist approach is a unique method of sound creation, where Leon and Christin carefully measure and design sound waves and sonic recipes, tailoring each to the specific needs of the person, project, and collaboration. They craft precise frequencies engineered to deliver transformative experiences, whether for individuals or organizations. This innovative technique ensures that every sound is personalized for maximum impact and effectiveness.
The Sound Nutritionist
Get in Touch
info@studiomarmi.com (USA)
info@sofiahagen.com (Europe)