Takafa, a luxury stationery house, has launched its handcrafted notebook collections in the United Kingdom.
The brand’s name, taken from the Arabic word for ‘culture’, is inspired by the artistic and intellectual legacy of Al-Andalus — a historic meeting point of civilisations across the Iberian Peninsula. Drawing on the region’s Mediterranean heritage, Takafa honours centuries of cultural exchange, artisanal craftsmanship, and artistic beauty.
Every Takafa notebook is created in Italy by experienced artisans using high-quality materials. The debut “Originals” collection features full-grain Bos Taurus leather paired with smooth, ivory-coloured Italian paper.
Each notebook is thoughtfully packaged in Takafa’s signature drawer-style box, complete with a linen dust bag and authenticity card, offering both a luxurious unboxing moment and an ideal gifting experience.
The second line, Al-Andalus Garden, uses soft nubuck leather and intricate fruit-inspired motifs to bring a more vivid and expressive character to the craftsmanship. This collection captures the Mediterranean’s scent, colour, and natural beauty — a tribute to refined, timeless elegance.
Both collections are distinguished by a curved top edge, thoughtfully shaped to reflect the architectural curves of Al-Andalus window designs.
Having first launched in Europe, the brand is now entering the UK luxury sector with the aim of offering something distinct and meaningful to British consumers.
Abderrahim Baka, Co-founder of Takafa said: “We believe that in an era dominated by technology, there remains a unique value in the traditional art of note-taking. Writing by hand gives meaning and depth to our thoughts. We want our products to complement the digital tools we use daily, and we believe that the exceptional quality of our notebooks does exactly that.”
The UK launch is now open through the official website takafa.co.uk, with prices starting from £65 for the Original collection and £70 for the Al-Andalus Garden line. Standard UK delivery is included, with express options also available.
Abderrahim Baka added: “Bringing Takafa to the UK is about offering not just a product, but an experience. We aim to give British consumers access to a very high level of craftsmanship that is rare to find in this field, and is designed to last.”
For further details on Takafa, its origins, and available products, visit takafa.co.uk.
