hlias.net
_I create playful, practical things
_with design and 3D printing at the core.
about
I am Elias Giannopoulos — or just Hlias.
I'm a designer, maker, and 3D printing specialist based in Athens, Greece.For over 10 years, I ran stereolab.gr, where I built open-source FDM 3D printers and led hands-on workshops. That gave me a deep technical foundation in design and fabrication.Today, I focus on creating custom 3D printed solutions — blending practical design with playful ideas.I’m also co-founder and head designer at meeplekeepers.com, making upgrades for the board gaming community.
3d projects
skroll
a modular business card embosser.
A playful, analog device that embosses your handle on business cards.
gameframe
Gameframe is an exciting new concept, allowing you
to transform your everyday table to a versatile game table
with all the bells and whistles!
cofefe
a nod to retro aesthetics and coffee culture, Cofefe is the cup holder your Vespa didn’t know it needed. Magnetic, minimalist, and unmistakably stylish.
hodorstop
a playful nod to Hodor’s iconic scene, this doorstop was born the same night the episode aired. It’s simple, functional, and full of fandom love.
fu2020
a cathartic christmas ornament for a year best forgotten. 3D-printed sarcasm, shaped by collective frustration.
deerhanger
deerhanger is a minimalist coat hook with antler-like charm. Strong, functional, and 3D-printed with style.
homekey
a keyring shaped like home. created with care and designed to hold your keys - and a little hope.
Contact
Have something in mind that needs designing, printing, or building?
I’d love to hear about it — send a message and let’s talk.
skroll
_Your personal card embosser — scroll, emboss, share.Concept:
_Skroll was born from a simple challenge: how can a personal business card leave a physical impression — literally? Inspired by vintage printing machines and scroll mechanisms, Skroll embosses your handle or brand directly onto a card, using a custom 3D-printed cylinder._It’s tactile, analog, and just a little bit playful.Design Notes:
_Skroll was designed from the ground up for 3D printing. It’s not just a method of production — it’s the core idea. Traditional manufacturing can’t match the level of personalization and modularity this tool offers.
_Each unit is lightweight, support-free to print, and optimized for home production.
The mechanism itself is inspired by old film cameras — specifically the feel of winding film. That familiar gesture gives Skroll a nostalgic, mechanical satisfaction.Process - Skroll was designed and developed in 6 months:
_Concept
_3D modeling & prototypes
_Branding, logo, packaging & manual
_all aspects created by me