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.

studio@omerpolak.com

Penedo

Essential Oil Diffuser for Aesop Switzerland

Penedo is an electronic essential oil diffuser that uses a hidden heating mechanism within a natural stone to gently warm the oil and disperse its scent into the surrounding space.

The project draws inspiration from indigenous communities that traditionally crafted tools from stone and held deep respect for its natural power and symbolism. Smell plays a vital role in these cultures, often tied to rituals, memory, and healing.

The design research focused on traditional vessels—containers for water, oils, and other goods—alongside time-honored craftsmanship techniques. Like a craftsman selecting the right stone and altering it with minimal intervention, Penedo reflects a process of subtle transformation. Its minimal design invites presence and sensory awareness, reconnecting us with nature through the quiet power of scent.

Part of the permanent collection of Design Museum Holon

Photographer: Younes Klouche for Marsotto x ECAL