Kati Tuominen-Niittylä (b. 1947). A multi-award-winning artist and a long-time member of the Arabia Art Department, Kati Tuominen-Niittylä is known for her quiet, powerful forms that bridge the gap between ancient archetypes and modern design. Her work often features vessel-like shapes with rough, textured surfaces that evoke the feeling of weathered stone or ancient clay. Whether designing the functional Storybirds pitchers for Arabia or her unique, sculptural bowls, her art is a masterclass in restraint, emphasizing the timeless harmony between raw material and a minimalist silhouette.

(Kati Tuominen-Niittylä photo: Juhana Niittylä)