When the chimneys of the young Turkish Republic began to smoke, one of the most strategic goals was to meet the country's glass needs with domestic resources. That first spark, ignited on the shores of the Bosphorus in 1935 under the directives of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, gave birth not just to a factory, but to a global giant. Today, Paşabahçe, gracing tables in over 150 countries across 5 continents, has been the most transparent and brilliant proof of Türkiye's industrialization vision for over 90 years.
Imagine a brand that is both that precious crystal vase in your grandmother's display cabinet and the water glass in a modern European café. As the flagship of the Şişecam Group, Paşabahçe has been continuing its journey for almost a century, transforming glass from merely a material into an object that beautifies life.
Established in 1935, the facility is the glassblowing factory of the Republic.
The story of Paşabahçe begins with the first factory of the Şişecam Group, founded under the leadership of Türkiye İş Bankası. Established in 1935 in the Paşabahçe neighborhood of Beykoz district in Istanbul, the facility also gave its name to the brand. In those years, the goal was clear: to meet Türkiye's basic glass tableware needs and end its dependence on foreign imports.
However, from its inception, Paşabahçe has not only focused on production. By prioritizing aesthetics and design, it combines glassmaking with an industrial discipline. Those exquisite pieces, initially produced by hand, have gradually transformed into a production capacity reaching millions, powered by technology.
The first parcel sent to America in 1960.
The first signal that Paşabahçe would not remain merely a domestic brand was given in 1960. Showing great courage for its time, the brand made its first export to the USA. This initial sale of $150,000 is the cornerstone of its export empire, which today reaches 150 countries.
As the brand grew, it outgrew the boundaries of Beykoz. Huge factories were established in Kırklareli, Mersin, and Eskişehir. In 2002, a sad farewell took place; the historic Beykoz factory, which gave the brand its name, ceased production, but the spirit of Paşabahçe continued to live on in modern facilities.
A Turkish Brand That Transcends Borders: 5 Continents, 150 Countries
Today, Paşabahçe is one of the largest glass tableware manufacturers not only in Türkiye but also in the world. In addition to its massive facilities in Kırklareli and Eskişehir, it has gained a multinational Turkish company identity with production facilities in Bulgaria, the Russian Federation, and Egypt.
With over 10,000 product varieties, the brand caters to a wide range of sectors, from homes and hotels to restaurants and industrial kitchens, and its export success allows it to proudly fly the Turkish flag in over 150 countries. The Turkish signature under the Paşabahçe logo is recognized as a benchmark of quality from New York to Tokyo.
Designing a Philosophy for Living Life Beautifully
What sets Paşabahçe apart from its competitors is its ability to combine production power with a design vision. The brand, which centers its philosophy on living life beautifully, blends the transparency of glass with aesthetics.
By blending traditional Turkish glassmaking (such as Çeşm-i Bülbül) with modern technologies, Paşabahçe creates timeless products. These designs, which combine functionality with elegance, have transformed the brand from simply a kitchenware manufacturer into a lifestyle brand.
The Pinnacle of Design: Nude and Modern Luxury
What sets Paşabahçe apart from its competitors is its ability to combine production power with a design vision. Launched in 2014, its global design brand “Nude” has elevated Turkish glass to the level of luxury and art through collaborations with world-renowned designers such as Ron Arad and Defne Koz. Produced with the philosophy of “Simple is Beautiful,” these pieces are now used in the world's most prestigious hotels and restaurants.
A Cultural Ambassador in Retail
Paşabahçe Stores, the retail face of the brand, is more of an experience center than a shopping destination, with 49 physical stores and digital channels. Designed with lifestyle and boutique concepts, these stores host special collections.
The “History-Culture-Glass” collections, produced in particularly limited quantities, convey the Anatolian civilizations, Ottoman palace aesthetics, and our cultural heritage to future generations by depicting them on glass. Operating under the motto “Life is the Most Beautiful Gift,” Paşabahçe continues to keep the warmth of that first flame lit in Beykoz in 1935 alive in the most special corners of millions of homes today.
