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Arabia

Arabia evolved from producing faience, sanitary goods, and decorated table services into a Finnish design brand focused on tableware and household products. Creative direction is a defining part of its identity: Kurt Ekholm was appointed artistic director in 1932 and assembled the brand’s art department, while Kaj Franck joined in 1945 to develop product design. Its design history includes Franck’s Kilta tableware, introduced in 1953, and Birger Kaipiainen’s Paratiisi tableware, launched in 1969. Today, Arabia’s products are associated with everyday use, celebrations, practicality, and continuity across generations. The brand marked its 150th anniversary in November 2023, with its identity described in terms of Finnish design, beauty, quality, and practicality.