Taika pitcher 0,5 l, red

Heikki Orvola (b. 1943) is one of the defining names in Finnish design, with a body of work that spans an impressive range of products and materials, from glass and ceramics to metal and textiles. Among his best-known creations are Iittala’s Kivi tealight holders and Arabia’s 24h tableware collection.

Working both as an industrial designer and as an artist, Orvola has left a lasting mark on the aesthetics of everyday life in Finland. His clear, timeless design language continues to feel as fresh as ever. In 2002, he was awarded the honorary title of Professor.

Klaus Haapaniemi (b. 1970) is one of Finland’s most internationally acclaimed illustrators and designers. His distinctive style blends themes drawn from Nordic nature, folklore and mythology with a luxurious and modern aesthetic. A graduate of the Lahti Institute of Design, Haapaniemi has created prints for brands like Diesel, Levi’s and Dolce & Gabbana, and illustrated the beloved Iittala tableware series Taika and Satumetsä. Haapaniemi was named Finland’s Designer of the Year in 2008 and was awarded the Finnish State Prize for Design in 2018.

In 2010, Haapaniemi founded his own brand, Klaus Haapaniemi Co., together with his spouse Mia Wallenius. The collection features a range of high-quality textiles and decor items, such as decorative cushions and wallpapers. Having lived in London for many years, the designer now divides his time between Berlin, Germany, and Tampere, Finland.