About Iittala

The heart of Iittala’s design philosophy is formulated along Kaj Franck’s early thinking. According to Franck, “objects should always be appropriate, durable and functional.” This is why one of the most important functions of design is to make sure that objects designed for everyday use should be universally usable.

Iittala has many products for eating (including their well-designed line of plateware), drinking, cooking and decorating the home inspired by their philosophy of lasting everyday design against throwawayism. These products are cornerstones of the famed Finnish tradition of industrial design and have become collectors' treasures.

Among some of Iittala's most well-known and beautifully designed products are the Toikka birds. For over 35 years, Toikka's limitless imagination and knowledge of glass has made it possible to create small miracles of life, sought after by collectors globally. Each bird is individually mouth blown and thus unique, a gift that keeps on giving forever.

Iittala is a place for those who favour sustainability over consumption and want to create timeless, hand and mind-made objects for everyday use. Many iconic and original individuals have long been associated with Iittala and we are proud to continue the tradition with each new generation of designers from around the world. Get acquainted with all the designers of "lasting everyday design against throwawayism."™

Iverson's Scandinavian Imports is where you can experience the inspiring world of colours, shapes and materials of Iittala and see first-hand how you can easily combine objects from the different collections.