From cultural commissions to corporate collaborations, we design and produce objects that carry meaning. Whether it’s a single product or a full collection, our work blends creative direction, cultural insight, and meticulous execution — always tailored to you, the context, and the audience.
EXPO 2025 Osaka
Official merchandise and VIP giveaways designed and produced by Qirtas. Products included tote bags, notebooks, Clipens, 3D-printed chopsticks, tenugui towels, washi tapes, brass clips, eternal pencils, pins, magnets, and handmade pottery cups. All designs drew from original research to connect Bahraini and Japanese culture through shared crafts and narratives.
Tamkeen
For three consecutive years, Qirtas designed and produced corporate kits, including office weekly planners, notepads, practical tote bags, PU leather mouse pads, custom leather folios, slim metal pens, and gel pens. All items were tailored to Tamkeen’s brand and created to be practical, high-quality tools for daily use.
Bahrain Annual Fine Arts Exhibition — 50th Anniversary
Customized Clipens in two colors for the 50th anniversary rebrand, designed by Studio Antrift and produced by Qirtas. Unique patented design, created as official merchandise for the event. Sold out.
Contemporary Arts Biennale — Riyadh
For three consecutive years, Qirtas produced the official merchandise and VIP giveaways. Products included tote bags, bottles & tumblers, coasters in multiple materials, plantable pencils, luggage tags, reusable bags, brass clips, and more. Materials were selected for sustainability and innovation, with full adaptability to the foundation’s brand guidelines. Qirtas have also conceptualized basketballs, skateboards and custom-made scents for soy candles.
Islamic Arts Biennale — Jeddah
Official merchandise tote bags produced by Qirtas for the Diriyah Biennale Foundation. Embroidered cotton with an oversized inner canvas tag featuring the design of Jeddah’s Hajj Terminal.
EXPO 2020 Dubai — Bahrain Pavilion Official Merchandise
Official pavilion merchandise designed and produced by Qirtas, including nine notebooks in A5 & A6, two tote bag designs, and a 3D-printed bookmark based on the traditional Mashmoom ornament. Each item carried a researched narrative rooted in Bahrain’s heritage — palm groves, pottery, and pearling — tailored for an international audience. Select items remain bestsellers five years on. A6 notebooks have been designed in collaboration with In Narrative
IKEA — Eid Cards
Custom Eid card design for IKEA, distributed internally to staff along with bonuses. Created to reflect IKEA’s brand while sharing the joy of Eid.
Whether it’s a limited run or a large-scale project, we’ll work with you to create custom products that tell your story.
