Sensattice is a modular sound sculpture made from organic waste and 3D-printed parts like orange peels, fish scales, and bioplastics shaped into stretchy “skins” and interlocking “bones.” These pieces can be assembled in different ways to form a lattice structure that people can play with by rubbing, tapping, drumming, or even blowing into some flute-like components.
But beyond the materials and shapes, what makes Sensattice truly special is how interactive and collaborative it is. Anyone can participate in building and playing it. There is no right or wrong way to engage with it. It invites people to explore sound not just with their ears, but with their whole body.
What I really appreciate about this instrument is how it reconnects us with our basic senses. It doesn’t rely on technology or screens to interact with it. You just need your hands, your curiosity, and your willingness to play. That simplicity is beautiful to me.
I also love how tangible it is. There’s something grounding about working with physical materials. Feeling textures, hearing natural sounds, even smelling the skins made from food waste. Sensattice reminds me that art and music don’t need to be high-tech to be innovative. They just need to be honest and intentional.
Another thing I admire is how it’s been made. Not only from a mix of materials, but also through the collaboration of many different fields like music, engineering, biology, and design. It’s similar to how different instruments come together to create music. Each discipline contributes its unique voice, and together, they produce something harmonious. The balance between form and function, structure and play, as well as materials and meaning all come together to enhance the goal of producing beautiful sound.
It also makes me think about how rare it is today to encounter something that invites touch and play without asking for instructions first. I think that openness is part of what makes Sensattice so powerful. It welcomes people in, just as they are.