Sewing services, bags made from used IKEA uniforms, and Romanian pastry. IKEA has partnerships with local social entrepreneurs in 13 countries, which means income and stability for people experiencing poverty and inequality. It is a growing business, says Business leader Vaishali Misra. “We have not even just scratched the surface.“

IKEA and Saint Heron announce a collaboration exploring architectural and interior design objects with multifunctional use.

More than 1 billion people around the world live off the grid. Collaborating with social business Little Sun, IKEA want to raise awareness about this issue and explore the potential of off-the-grid solutions and renewable energy, to make everyday life more sustainable.

What will the future office look like? Working today is more flexible than ever and the traditional office spaces are about to change. IKEA team up with award winning industrial designer Stefan Diez to develop better workplaces for the many people.

How can we change habits? IKEA team up with adidas to understand what people want and need when it comes to exercising, sleeping and eating at home. Together we will explore the connections between living spaces and sport, and how we can help to create healthy habits.

IKEA collaborate with UNYQ and Area Academy to improve gaming and life around it – to develop ergonomic equipment for a better gaming experience for the 2 billion gamers around the world.

Let the children play! IKEA and the LEGO Group join forces to encourage kids to play more and fostering more creativity. Play does make the world a better place.