Designed by Theo Geerinck and Symen Hovinga, the Salmiak is a fascinating exploration of geometry and spatial reasoning.

Unlike most packing puzzles that use familiar Cartesian blocks, Salmiak is built from parallelepipeds — tilted forms that resist neat alignment. This unusual geometry creates a subtle layer of confusion, making even straightforward placements feel counterintuitive. The challenge is to pack all six pieces into the diamond-shaped frame, a task that proves far more difficult than it first appears.

Pack all 6 pieces in the small frame