Studio Ella Einhell

the third pinned post for my instagram channel is about #boneglass itself. What is it, what is speacial about my work, how did i get this idea.... nevertheless I am always so so happy about thoughts or more questions via DM or comment. ❤️🦴 your Bonelady Ella

In my last reel so many interesting comments and thoughts were shared with me, that I knew it’s definitely time to share a little explanation video. Why do I work with bones?what is my motivation? how do I work? Of course this can not all be explained within one video but it’s a start… and I’m looking forward to many more comments talking into the idea of working with bones: positive and negative ones because that is the only way we can bring these important discussions on the table. #sustainableliving #ethicaldesign #boneglass #conciousconsumer #fromnosetotail

My Passion Boneglass. This is 1 of 3 Videos explaining what the hell I am doing and why. More infos about the Boneglass material and the motivation behind the project will follow asap. It was so difficult to put all my thoughts in these short posts but I hope it gives a bit more insight into my project. #🦴 #boneglass #ellaeinhell #ecoelegance

last week i visited @ellaeinhell and her companion at their glass factory in halle - love their work so mucho

For our upstairs shared bathrooms artist @ellaeinhell has created two custom design mirrors with “Boneglass” -and hold on- it is glass made with animal bones. Ella Einhell, creative director at Osso Raw Materials, has innovated Boneglass – a material based on a brilliant 15th-century technique that was nearly forgotten. After extensive research into the lost recipes, she worked with experts to develop it into a modern recycling material, using eco-certified bones from local small farmers with ethical husbandry and industrial glass grinding sludge. This transforms materials that would otherwise be discarded into a new resource for design and architecture. Alongside her research and the first larger architectural projects in their new factory, she is also creating bespoke design objects from Boneglass. The material carries unique opal-like hues and color variations of green, blue, white or brown depending on the animal species, blending traditional craft, modern material research, and sustainable design. Portrait taken by Ella’s friend @norablum

A candleholder that does more than hold light – it tells a story. ✨ available at @loom__space Made from my self-developed Boneglass, this piece combines local craftsmanship with true sustainability. My material is created from recycled glass and animal bones sourced from ethical, organic farming – transforming waste into valuable, lasting objects. Why bones? Because they’re often discarded or burned, despite their incredible potential. Instead, I turn them into something timeless, with a softly opaline structure that makes every design unique. And local production? For me, it’s not just about conserving resources but also supporting local artisans and businesses. Every candle lit in this holder symbolizes mindful consumption and the value of true craftsmanship. 🕯️ For sustainable design that tells a story – and isn’t found everywhere. What do you think about this? #Boneglass #Candleholder #SlowDesign #ZeroWasteMaterial #SustainableCraft #HandmadeWithCare

Since I began researching and developing my zero-waste boneglass as a designer in 2020, designing objects took a backseat and became only a small part of my work. Don’t get me wrong—creating and refining my material is deeply fulfilling and exciting—but my designer heart missed sketching, conceptualizing, and bringing objects to life. For 2024, my goal was to focus on creating and sharing new designs with the world. And I did it! I feel incredibly blessed, and my designer heart is full again. However, in all of this, I often forget to treat myself with my own work. Even though I love how the products turn out, I always seem to make them only to ship off to galleries, shops, or my online store, or to gift them to loved ones. The only pieces that stay with me are quirky, imperfect „B-grade“ ones that I can’t bring myself to throw away but aren’t good enough to sell. So, for December 2024, I’m setting a new goal: to use my own designs at home just for me. I’ve started this commitment with my new wine glasses, and it feels amazing. (Don’t worry—more will be available in a few days at @galerieparadis.paris !)

Do you know that feeling when you spot a beautiful design, only to find it in every other store you walk into? It’s like the magic disappears. That’s exactly what I wanted to avoid when creating with my zero-waste boneglass. Each piece I design isn’t just unique because of the material—a blend of recycled glass and ethically sourced animal bones—it’s also unique in where you can find it. Every design is exclusive to one shop. One vase, one collection, one place. Why? Because I believe in slow design: creating sustainable, locally crafted objects that stay special. Just like my boneglass, no two are alike. Want to see where you can find these one-of-a-kind designs? Check out the shops tagged and my profile for more. 🦴❤️ RIP objects @thenextdoor Muse opal collab @fundamental.berlin RIP @adorno.design Vase collab @thehost.store

After all these videos showing process and the work with my zero waste boneglass I thought it’s time to show the other side of my work.. The FAIL. This one was an especially pretty one I think and at least it was not a classical “Ella flips totally out fail 😂” but just a regular one I am so happy that both @lucifervetriarium and I are fine and we reproduced the platform prototype for zero waste shop interior after a short moment of shock ( at least I was in shock he stayed totally calm 😂) By the way the cool platform I used for inspiration is by @aufgabenull as I found out. I hope their production was less… adventurous 🦴🦴

I am very honored to receive the Tagesspiegel award as one of the 100 most important minds in Berlin in 2024. At this point, I would like to express my gratitude to all my supporters. Even though I became self-employed with my research and my project three years ago, I see my work as an absolute network project. Without the network of experts – from chemists, glassmakers, animal bone specialists, archaeologists, to artisans, as well as friends and family – my material developments would never have come this far. So, thank you all for your tireless dedication and support

My champagne glasses were so close to be ready for an online shop upload today until a little ( not so little) computer/ Dropbox Problem occurred …. So please bare with me, the upload is in the making. But for now enjoy the beautiful light colours my new zero waste boneglass champagneglasses develope in sunlight….and feel free to mentally already place them on your wishlist or table setting ☺️💍🎁 All handcrafted locally in Germany For more infos feel free to Dm me anytime 🦴❤️

Weddinggifts can be a pain… but I think we rocked it this time 🎉🎁 And yes for those of you following me already: the champagneglasses are produced with my special zero waste boneglass 🦴 The champagneglasses „Helene“ will be ready for an online shop upload next week. But feel free to DM me for more infos 😍 Cheers to the most beautiful bride @sandy_gmn and groom @obi_gmn By the way: Amazing packaging design by my little sis @paulamers_ 😍 I think I should hire her😉 Know someone who’d love this present for their special day? Tag them below