A sensory cocoon transporting you into a shielded warm and soft space. A place to be present and rest, a space to experience your senses without the noise of the material world.
The space is made of semitransparent polyester fabric transporting light from external projectors inside so that the spectators can swim in the warm and playful light.
The construction is kept erect by connecting the fabric to the ceiling. It will wrap around pillars to create two wings/spaces to vacate.
The HEKA Chamber
Projectors & speakers placed on the outside of thecocoon will provide a full 360 audiovisual experiencemimicking the experience of being inside a cocoon orwomb.
Team Marius Troy Joseph Macke Steven Mark Kubler Andreas Ihlebaek Christine Ovstedal
We invite scientists from diverse fields to contribute their research on perception and its impact on human experience.
By exploring the intersection of sensory engagement and social connection, their insights can enhance the installation, fostering a deeper understanding of how tactile interactions shape our perceptions of identity, reality and community.
Together, we aim to bridge the gaps within our fragmented society, encouraging dialogue and collaboration among stakeholders to forge a collective vision that celebrates shared human experiences.Both science and religion seek to understand the deeper meaning of life and the universe, employing different methodologies yet pursuing a shared vision, finding truth.
Scientific Advisory Board
Irene Rembado, Ph.D.
Senior Scientist Brain and Consciousness
Allen Institute
Dr. Cesare Parise
Senior Lecturer Psychology
University of Liverpool
Prof. Dr. Emily Cross
Professor at the Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences
We stand like a tree. Rooted deep in the earth, with branches reaching for the sky. Steady and resilient. Grounded in our values and always open to what’s next.
We are curious.
We believe in questions more than answers.
We learn every day, exploring the world with no expectation of outcome.
We are both artistic and scientific.
We work with open methods and open hearts.
We bring together art and science — two sides of the same search.
We are democratic and inclusive.
We believe in participation.
We question systems and hierarchies.
We create spaces where every voice is heard.
We are honest.
We hold ourselves accountable.
We take responsibility for our actions and stay transparent, even when it’s uncomfortable.
We are communal.We build connections.
We invite people in, creating spaces of warmth and trust.We are adventurous and playful.We approach challenges with lightness.
We believe in goodness.
We believe in the magic of beginnings.
We stay humble.
When we succeed, we celebrate, and then we ground ourselves.
We give thanks to life and nature.
We find rituals that remind us that every success is part of something larger.
We give back.We act not only for ourselves, but for others — and for the future.
We serve what is bigger than us.
We are free.
We never say no to growth, as long as we stay true to our values.
