What Studio Arhoj does

Studio Arhoj is an independent, family-owned design studio founded in 2006 by Anders Arhoj in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in handcrafted ceramics, glassware, and illustrated design objects. The company manufactures hand-thrown stoneware, hand-cast porcelain, mouth-blown glass, and Risograph prints using soy-based inks, organized into the Tokyo Series (colorful glazed tableware in approximately 40 glazes), Edo Series (rustic stoneware), Canvas Mugs, signature Ghost figurines, Crystal Blobs, hand-blown glassware, home fragrance products (incense, candles), stationery, soft goods, and limited-edition art pieces. Production is carried out by an in-house team of potters, glass blowers, and printers across two Copenhagen facilities, with the founder personally designing and illustrating the product line.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model anchored by a Shopify e-commerce store at arhoj.com, supported by two company-owned flagship locations in central Copenhagen (Skindergade 7 headquarters and Nørregade 7 'Study'). Pricing is unit-based with no subscription component, ranging from approximately $3 for Stickies and Key Buddies to $212 for Pearl Sets, with mugs typically priced at $40-$63 and limited-edition numbered Canvas Mugs priced higher. Distribution is augmented by a network of independent retail partners across the US, UK, Germany, Japan, and Australia, including museum stores such as MOCA LA, Columbus Museum of Art, Nevada Museum of Art, and Museum of Arts & Design NYC. Global DTC shipping is handled via negotiated UPS rates with 2-7 business day transit times to major markets, and domestic Denmark shipping via GLS.

Studio Arhoj serves design-conscious consumers seeking distinctive, handcrafted home decor, tableware, gifting, and collectible objects. The company employs approximately 18 people, has received press coverage in Condé Nast Traveler, The Guardian, Hypebeast, Juxtapoz, Monocle, Domino, Håndværk, HHV, and Danish BØRSEN, and has no disclosed external funding, institutional investors, or parent company. Recent operational moves include the opening of the Study satellite location, expansion of the US retail partner network, and product launches including the Reef Collection, Bubble Lamps, Crystal Blob Lamps, and a new 'Hyperion' glaze.

Name

Studio Arhoj

Legal name

Studio Arhoj

Website

https://arhoj.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Studio Arhoj is an independent, family-owned Copenhagen design studio founded in 2006 by Anders Arhoj, producing handmade ceramics, glassware, and collectible figurines sold globally through DTC e-commerce, two Copenhagen flagship stores, and a network of museum and design retail partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Handcrafted Ceramics & Homeware

NAICS

Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Retailers (45942), Art Dealers (45992)

SIC

Pottery & Related Products (3260), Pens, Pencils & Other Artists' Materials (3950)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Artisan, Handmade & Craft Gifts Retail (CRALAJAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Miniatures & Figurines (Display/Collectible) (CRALAKAB)

Keywords

• Handcrafted ceramics
• Artisan tableware
• Hand-blown glassware
• Collectible figurines
• Risograph prints

Headquarters

HQ city

Copenhagen

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: Studio Arhoj generates revenue through direct sales of handcrafted ceramics, glassware, candles, stationery, and accessories via their e-commerce platform and two Copenhagen retail locations. Products are sold at one-time purchase prices with no subscription component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Studio Arhoj designs, produces, and sells handcrafted ceramics, hand-blown glassware, collectible figurines, candles and incense, soft goods, stationery, and risograph prints from its Copenhagen studio. Product lines are organized around the Tokyo Series (hand-cast porcelain), the Edo Series (hand-thrown stoneware), signature Ghost figurines, Crystal Blobs, and numbered limited editions, sold via its own e-commerce store, two Copenhagen retail locations, and a global network of independent retailers.

Product overview

Studio Arhoj is a Danish independent, family-owned design studio and e-commerce business based in Copenhagen, specializing in handmade ceramics, glassware, and illustrated products. The company operates primarily as an online store with two physical locations in Copenhagen. Their product portfolio includes: hand-cast porcelain and hand-thrown stoneware items organized into two main series (Tokyo Series featuring colorful glazed tableware inspired by Japanese aesthetics, and Edo Series featuring rustic stoneware pieces); collectible figurines including their signature Ghosts and Crystal Blobs; hand-blown glassware and drinking glasses; canvas mugs; home fragrance products including candles and incense; stationery and illustrated cards; soft goods like aprons and blankets; decorative accessories; and limited-edition art pieces. The studio combines traditional crafts with modern design, with many items hand-made in their Copenhagen locations by a team of potters and glass blowers. Products are sold globally via their Shopify e-commerce platform with shipping from Copenhagen, Denmark.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• STUDY: Second studio location and satellite store at Nørregade 7, Copenhagen, featuring full team of potters, glass blowers, print department, and gallery-style shop with exclusive pieces.

Products and services

• Tokyo Series Hand-cast porcelain tableware collection inspired by Tokyo, featuring mugs, bowls, cups, dishes, and jars in approximately 40 different glazes, sold to design-conscious consumers globally.
• Edo Series Stoneware collection of hand-thrown pieces including Mion Mugs, Nomu Cups, Mini Yuki Vases, Yuki Vases, Spring Bowls, Winter Bowls, and Sun Bowls with a Japanese-inspired aesthetic.
• Canvas Mugs Collection of canvas-wrapped mugs available in regular Jaywalker designs and individually numbered limited-edition variants, featuring colorful illustrated patterns.
• Ghost Figurines Handmade ceramic ghost figurines in various sizes including standard, 15 Year Anniversary edition, XL variants, and grouped displays; one of the studio's signature and most popular products.
• Crystal Blobs Handmade glass crystal blob figurines in various sizes and colors, also available as illuminated lamps with portable light bases.
• Glassware Collection Hand-blown glass drinking glasses, tumblers, vases, and Misfit Collection one-of-a-kind glassware pieces.
• Orb Moneybank Ceramic spherical money bank with distinctive glaze finishes, part of the home storage collection.
• Denmark Mug Hand-cast porcelain mug featuring illustrations of Danish history, Royal Crown, Viking ships, and local fauna including bees, swans, pigs, and storks. 10.5 x 8 cm, dishwasher and microwave safe.
• Pearls and Pearl Sets Hanging pearl decorations available as original sets, mini sets, or individual pieces in various sizes and colors.
• Riso Works Japanese Risograph prints designed by studio founder Anders Arhoj, printed by hand and machine using soy-based inks at the Copenhagen studio.
• Candles & Incense Home fragrance collection including Arhoj Incense, Beeswax Candles, Explorer Candles, Ghost Lights, Hono candles, Incense Bits, and Smoke Flower incense.
• Soft Goods Studio Apron, Throw Blankets, Tote Bags, and Twisty Rugs for home and personal use.
• Stationery & Pencils Card packs, erasers, pen holders, pens, pencils, print cards, scribble pads, and sticky notes featuring original illustrations.
• Accessories Arhoj Patches, Badges, Charm Buddies, Key Buddies, Magnets, Metal Pins, Party Coasters, Spoons, and Ting Studs.
• Organic Soaps Handmade soaps made in Denmark using local ingredients with light scent and thick lather, produced in small batches.
• Wall Hangings Original Art, Riso Works, Tomo Masks, and Wall Dish & Plate decorative wall pieces.
• Limited Editions Limited-quantity runs of Fire Lab, Fnoobies, Illustrated Nomu cups, Illustrated Ume, Original Artworks, Shape Studies, Stone Masks, and Wall Dish pieces.
• Fnoobie Plant Pots Ceramic plant pots in the Fnoobie character design.
• Figurine Groups Brick Series, Familia, Ghost Groups, and various figurines sold as grouped sets.
• Everyday Sake Book Book written by Umami Mart's Yoko and Kayoko Kumano, illustrated and signed by Anders Arhoj, providing sake education and serving guidance with accompanying screen-printed tote bags.
• Digital Gift Card Digital gift cards available for purchase on the website.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Umami MartcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudio Arhoj collaborated with Umami Mart to create 'Everyday Sake' - a book illustrated and signed by studio founder Anders Arhoj. The book, written by Yoko and Kayoko of Umami Mart, is both an educational reference and how-to guide about sake. Studio Arhoj released two screen-printed tote bags featuring artwork from the book and 9 new A4 riso prints.
• UPScoreOthersStudio Arhoj has negotiated rates with UPS for shipping to many global destinations. UPS handles international package delivery with estimated 2-7 business days to major markets.
• GLSminorOthersGLS handles domestic shipping within Denmark with flat rate of €7.50.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Heath Ceramics: California-based ceramics manufacturer and retailer producing handcrafted tableware and tile. Comparable to Studio Arhoj as an artisan ceramics brand combining in-house production with direct retail and wholesale distribution, and a similar emphasis on timeless design and craft heritage.
• East Fork Pottery: North Carolina-based handmade pottery brand selling direct-to-consumer tableware and homeware. Comparable to Studio Arhoj for its handcrafted American artisan ceramics, DTC-first distribution model, and signature glaze/color palette that defines its brand identity.
• Mud Australia: Australian porcelain homeware brand offering handcrafted tableware in distinctive colored glazes. Comparable to Studio Arhoj for its hand-cast porcelain production, colorful signature glazes, direct-to-consumer model with global shipping, and design-led positioning.
• Kinto: Japanese tableware and lifestyle brand producing minimalist ceramics, glassware, and home accessories. Comparable to Studio Arhoj for its Japanese-influenced design aesthetic, tableware focus, and balance between artisanal craft and accessible premium pricing.

Broad incumbents

• Ferm Living: Copenhagen-based Danish design brand offering a broader portfolio of furniture, lighting, and home accessories. Comparable to Studio Arhoj as a fellow Copenhagen design brand targeting design-conscious consumers globally, though Ferm Living operates at significantly larger scale and broader product scope.
• HAY: Danish design brand offering furniture, lighting, and accessories with global retail distribution. Comparable to Studio Arhoj as a Copenhagen-based contemporary design brand, though HAY operates at much larger scale with industrial production rather than handcraft.
• Iittala: Finnish heritage design brand producing glassware, tableware, and home accessories sold globally. Comparable to Studio Arhoj for its mouth-blown glass and Nordic design heritage, though Iittala operates at industrial scale through the Fiskars group.
• Stelton: Danish design house producing iconic homeware and tableware. Comparable to Studio Arhoj as a Scandinavian design brand with global distribution and a focus on functional design objects, though Stelton operates at industrial scale and broader product categories.

Emerging players

• 1616 / Arita Japan: Japanese porcelain manufacturer based in Arita, one of Japan's oldest pottery regions. Comparable to Studio Arhoj for its handcrafted porcelain tableware, Japanese craft heritage, and direct-to-consumer global distribution, with overlapping appeal to design-conscious consumers.
• Maison Balzac: Australian home fragrance and glassware brand offering artisan-scented candles, incense, and decorative objects. Comparable to Studio Arhoj for its small-batch artisan production, design-led positioning, and crossover homeware/fragrance product portfolio targeting similar design-conscious consumers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xbsky.app/profile/arhoj.com
• YouTubeopen.spotify.com/user/arhojdesignstore?si=3972028a603d4c11
• Facebookfacebook.com/studioarhoj
• Instagraminstagram.com/studioarhoj
• Pinterestpinterest.com/studioarhoj
• TikToktiktok.com/@studioarhoj?

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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