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Ultima Thule shot glasses in green hue made from Finnish sand, special edition for Tapio Wirkkala's 110th anniversary

The Ultima Thule shot glass celebrates Tapio Wirkkala’s 110th birthday

Special edition: available while supplies last, so act fast! The Ultima Thule shot glass celebrates …

Iittala Solare glassware collection displaying embossed surfaces that catch and transform natural light, showcasing the Spring/Summer 2025 design philosophy.

Mouth-Blown Perfection: The Solare Collection – iittala

SOLARE – NEW FORM OF LIGHT Light takes physical form with Iittala’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection. …

Glass Ice Platter by Tapio Wirkkala from 1976 featuring organic form resembling melting ice floating on water surface

The glass ice platter resembles a piece of melting ice floating on water designed by Tapio Wirkkala in 1976

ICE FLOE The Ice Floe, designed by Tapio Wirkkala, is truly something amazing. It’s a …

PUTKI vases by Matti Klenell for Iittala featuring new size option and expanded four-color palette for versatile applications

Putki by Matti Klenell: New size, four colors, endless possibilities – iittala

Designer Matti Klenell was appointed creative director for the renovation of the restaurant & café …

ULTIMA THULE old-fashioned glass and pitcher in special edition copper color showing Tapio Wirkkala's ice-inspired textured design

Ultima Thule Old Fashioned glass and pitcher is available in a special edition colour: copper

Tapio Wirkkala defied the conventions of glassblowing with his iconic Ultima Thule collection. Inspired by …

Elegant Nappula watering pot by Matti Klenell for Iittala with distinctive silhouette

Nappula watering pot design by Matti Klenell for Iittala

The Nappula collection for Iittala has been growing wild since the first launch in 2012. …

Iconic Bird Bottle Bowl collection honoring Finnish glass designer Timo Sarpaneva by Iittala

Bird bottle & bowl tribute to the visionary designer Timo Sarpaneva – Iittala

  Designed in the 1950´s, this bird bottle was part of Timo Sarpaneva´s pioneering i-collection. …

Iittala Kaamos collection launch and exhibition during Helsinki Design Week celebrating Nordic winter darkness

Iittala Kaamos exhibition and collection launch @ Helsinki Design Week

Finnish nature is a manifestation of opposites. In the autumn, the extreme light of summer …

The new additions to the Taika collection blend seamlessly with the existing collection – iittala

Let your style shine through and create magical settings by combining various pieces from the …

Expanded Nappula collection by Matti Klenell for Iittala with new sizes and colorways

The Nappula collection now grows with new sizes and colours by Matti Klenell – Iittala

After soaking up those sunny summer vibes, it’s time to turn our attention indoors and …

Limited edition hand-carved Aalto vases crafted from Finnish sand with artisanal techniques

Limited editions of Unique hand-carved Aalto Vases made from Finnish sand

Since the founding of Iittala Glassworks in 1881, Iittala has been synonymous with expertise in …

New additions to the Tundra collection designed by Oiva Toikka for Iittala featuring distinctive Nordic glass design

New additions to the Tundra collection designed by Oiva Toikka – iittala

Designed by Oiva Toikka in 1970, the Tundra glassware collection is sophisticated, nostalgic and modern …

The new Snow Castle glass sculptures designed by Oiva Toikka – iittala

The new Snow Castle glass sculptures designed by Oiva Toikka showcase his playful spirit and …

Iittala's limited edition Alvar Aalto 125th birthday collection featuring iconic vase designs in commemorative colors

Iittala celebrates Alvar Aalto’s 125th birthday with a limited edition

Aalto glass vase like never seen before. Iittala celebrates Alvar Aalto’s 125th birthday with a …

Black Teema tableware collection by Kaj Franck for Iittala featuring geometric forms and pure lines

Kaj Franck’s Timeless Teema Series by Iittala Now Available in Black

Teema black This summer, we bring back the elegant black colour to the Teema collection. …

Iittala Ultima Thule collection vases 55th anniversary Tapio Wirkkala Finnish glass design mouth-blown crystal clear

Iittala expands The Ultima Thule collection with vases to celebrate its 55th Anniversary

In 2023, the Ultima Thule collection by Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala celebrates its 55th anniversary. …

The Essence collection grows with Cocktail Glass by Alfredo Häberli – iittala

Essence Cocktail Glass The original drinking glass series was defined by a small number of …

Tundra glassware collection by Oiva Toikka featuring textured surface inspired by Arctic wilderness

Iittala Re-introduces Tundra Glassware by Oiva Toikka

Iittala re-introduces the nostalgic Tundra glassware by Oiva Toikka to the continuous Iittala collection. Designed …

Iittala Alvar Aalto anniversary vase collection showcasing rare archive designs from 1936

Iittala celebrates Alvar Aalto’s 125th anniversary with archive designs

In 2023, Iittala celebrates Alvar Aalto’s 125th birthday by launching two new vases and a …

Matti Klenell Nappula collection overview for Iittala showing distinctive swollen feet silhouette design inspiration

Nappula Collection design by Matti Klenell for Iittala

Swedish designer Matti Klenell’s sympathetic Nappula collection is loved by many. Since its launch, Nappula’s …

Iittala Stars of Finnish Glass exhibition overview showing 450 glass ceramics porcelain pieces at Bunkamura Museum

The Stars of Finnish Glass – The travelling Iittala exhibition by the Design Museum open in Japan

The travelling exhibition Iittala – The Stars of Finnish Glass by the Design Museum is the first …

Tapio Wirkkala Niva series 1972 glassware featuring embossed pattern resembling Finnish river rapid flow design

Niva series by Tapio Wirkkala from 1972 – Iittala

Niva glassware Multitalented designer Tapio Wirkkala had a unique skill of imitating the beauty of …

The curious mind of Oiva Toikka

The curious mind of Oiva Toikka We’re celebrating the curiosity, creativity and joyful spirit of …

Santtu Mustonen’s glass art collection Kartta, a new generation of Iittala artists

Introducing Kartta Kartta features glass sculptures inspired by an imagery map. The concept of the …

Focus on the Essential: The 140th Anniversary Collection – iittala

Iittala has stood for progressive design for 140 years, striving to create design that stands …

The Iittala Essence collection grows with serving items by Alfredo Häberli – iittala

The Essence glass line designed by Alfredo Häberli in 2001 is one of Iittala’s most …

Iittala will launch a limited edition of 2021 numbered vases in one of the rarest Aalto shapes found in the Iittala archives

The Aalto vase is an icon. In 2021, Iittala will launch a limited edition of …

140 years of progressive Nordic design – iittala

In 2021, we will celebrate our 140th anniversary. As a pioneer of Nordic design, we …

The Putki lamp is a story about making & the process of designing an object, by Matti Klenell

Putki, Iittala, 2018-2020 The Iittala Cup takes place every second year in the company’s factory …

New 100% Recycled Glass Collection by Iittala

For over a century, Iittala has been a pioneer in lasting design. This season, we …

Nappula Pot by Matti Klenell – Iittala

The ”Nappula” plant pots come in two different heights and are made of coloured glazed …

Virva Lantern design by Matti Klenell for Iittala

“Virva” is a lantern with two legs standing knee deep in the rich Iittala history …

Matti Klenell, iittala

Nappula candelabra design by Matti Klenell for iittala

Nappula candelabra, Iittala, 2014-2017 A four- or six armed candelabra in either black or white …

The Icon of Finnish Design Celebrates its 80th Anniversary

The Alvar Aalto vase collection has become an international icon of Finnish design and a …

Iittala X Issey Miyake – A Home Collection for Everyday Rituals

Iittala X Issey Miyake – A Home Collection for Everyday Rituals

Two masters of timeless design from two sides of the world share their vision of …

Aarre – iittala

Aarre – iittala

Aarre – Wall Art that Loves Your Personal Touch The unique wall jewel collection, Aarre, …

Ilkka Suppanen for iittala

The Kaasa tealight design by Ilkka Suppanen for iittala

The Kaasa tealight candleholder is inspired by designer Ilkka Suppanen’s own experiences as an avid …

The clever Plektra stool by Ineke Hans – iittala

Practical and Playful Plektra The clever Plektra stool by Ineke Hans is a lovely addition …

Iittala honours Tapio Wirkkala’s centenary

2015 marks 100 years since the birth of Tapio Wirkkala. Wirkkala de-signed a significant proportion …

Kerros by Iittala multi-functional birch wood design showing portable table and two-storey tray functionality

Kerros Table Tray design by Matti Klenell for Iittala

Kerros Iittala: Two-Storey Tray Design Bridges Furniture and Tableware Kerros by Iittala challenges design categories …

Close-up of Lempi glass goblet design showcasing elegant lightness and generous 34cl volume by Matti Klenell

Matti Klenell’s Lempi glass for Iittala

Matti Klenell Lempi Glass Iittala Red Dot Award 2012 Matti Klenell’s Lempi glass for Iittala …

Birds a collection of glass by Matti Klenell for iittala

A collection of glass birds inspired by the iconic Oiva Toikka birds that the Nuutajärvi …

Art Works design by Harri Koskinen for iittala

New concept from Iittala – ART WORKS by Harri Koskinen as the first artist In …

Iittala’s Neo – cookware with attitude by Claesson Koivisto Rune for iittala

In addition to homeware, Iittala also offers superior design for food preparation. Iittala’s new range …

 

The Iittala glass factory, founded in 1881, will replace the existing gas-powered glass melting furnaces with new electricity-powered furnaces. The new furnaces incorporate high technology solutions and will use renewable energy. The project will start in 2023 and be completed during 2026.