What makes a Tortuga Forma product?

We’re captivated by what makes an object beloved - the one that you instinctively reach for, the one you build memories with. We are creating collectible objects of tomorrow that are becoming a beloved part of the home today. Each of our products has a story, ready to unfold.

Meet Andrea

Before launching Tortuga Forma in 2018, I spent a decade working at art auction houses. That chapter made me want to focus on objects that are cherished not for their market value, but for the lives they live alongside us. As a frequent host and happy homebody, the pieces I treasure most aren’t behind glass—they’re the ones I reach for every day.

Tortuga Forma’s roots run deep within my family's business. Hills Imports was founded over 40 years ago by my parents, Fie and Selina, whose vision and ethics are the inspiration behind my brand. I grew up at their office assembling catalogs and dreaming of one day driving a forklift. Their trusted team and warehouse now support our wholesale operations and many of the same team members who watched me grow up are still here today — entering their third decade in my family's business.

Creating with Culture

Tortuga Forma believes that creating future collectible pieces begins with how they are made. We partner with artisan workshops, multi-generation family businesses, and larger production facilities around the globe, all of whom are masters of their respective crafts. Our design philosophy — particularly in the tableware space — brings together cultural heritage with modern functionality. Every piece tells a story of specific dining rituals supported by sustainable craftsmanship.

Recognizing our REsponsibility

Adding new items to this world is a hefty responsibility. Our commitment to sustainability begins at the material level by using recycled, sustainably sourced, and ethical materials in the creation of our diverse line. Items are made in small batches to ensure lifelong quality. Our packaging is also 100% recyclable and designed to keep our parcels as light as possible.

Tortuga Forma participates in and supports the independent design community through collaborations. Our current collaborators are:

Chamusquina, Spain

Ciszak Dalmas, Spain

DITTOHOUSE, Cleveland, OH

Light + Ladder, Brooklyn, NY

Michiko Shimada, Brooklyn, NY

Office of Tangible Space, Brooklyn, NY

Good to Know

  • We are proud of our diverse network of production partners who are masters of their respective crafts. We produce across the world with workshops in the US, Portugal, Spain, China, and Japan.

  • At times, an idea for a product emerges from an inspired conversation with a designer. Other times, the material comes first and our next step is to identify the right person to realize its full potential. The common ingredient across all our products is an element of surprise: Whether it’s a hidden feature or secret compartment, or an unexpected color or shape, our catalog offers an inventive spin on the everyday.

  • Our furniture and objects draw from a diverse material library.The core materials we use include FSC certified wood, ceramic, stainless and painted steel, brass, concrete, and organic cotton.

  • Tortuga Forma is stocked in both online and in brick-and-mortar locations worldwide. You can find a complete list of stockists here.

  • We’d love to hear more about your shop! Contact us at wholesale@tortugaliving.com.