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Events

, 22.03.19

17 ways to reduce water consumption

How much water do you use? Many of us use much more than we need, while others suffer from water scarcity on a regular basis. The good news is that there are several simple things you can do to reduce water consumption. By using less water, you save money while also helping future generations and the planet. Truly a win-win!

Interviews

, 19.03.19

Maria on weaving stories with design

Her parents’ old chairs she once thought were ugly are now proudly on display in the living room. The IKEA sofa made in a supermarket trolley factory is another thing she will never let go of. We talked to Maria about the story behind a product—and design with a clear social purpose.

Events

, 14.03.19

Join us in Milan together with Sonos to welcome our new family member – SYMFONISK

Sound and light are powerful mood boosters, as important to the atmosphere at home as any rug, or art piece, or sofa. To show how impactful and fun light and sound can be, IKEA invites the world to FEEL HOME in Milan.

Materials & Methods

, 08.03.19

A balancing act with PET bottles and light

If it wasn’t for her stubbornness the circus themed lamp TROLLBO might not be made out of recycled PET bottles. It was a balancing act with many trials and errors. We talked to Thea Svensson about the hoops they had to jump through.

Food

, 28.02.19

Scandi-inspired food at Design Indaba

Speaking of different cultures and traditions coming together, the food being served by creative director and chef, Martin Nordin, is one of many melting pots here at the ÖVERALLT pre-launch event at Design Indaba in Cape Town. We spoke to Martin about the menu, the IKEA veggie ball, and how he started cooking.

Collaborations

, 28.02.19

ÖVERALLT DIY at the Design Indaba Festival

It’s day two at the Design Indaba Festival and the vibes are about to get creative. Together with students from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, designers from the ÖVERALLT collection have customised the ÖVERALLT chair on the spot as visitors enjoy some lunch.

Collaborations

, 27.02.19

IKEA is back at Design Indaba

Two years ago, IKEA started its journey together with ten African designers from different backgrounds and disciplines to collaborate. This week, the finished results of the ÖVERALLT collection are being pre-launched at the Design Indaba Festival – the same exact spot where it all came to life two years ago

Innovations

, 19.02.19

Meet GUNRID – the air purifying curtain

Air is a precondition for life. With the development of air cleaning textiles, IKEA wants to help people to a better life at home through cleaner air.

, 14.02.19

ÖVERALLT collection coming to Design Indaba Festival

IKEA was curious to learn more about the contemporary African design scene and the creative explosion that can be seen in several cities around Africa. On 27 February, the collection will be showcased at the place where it all started – Design Indaba Festival in Cape Town.

Collaborations

, 29.01.19

Team spirit when IKEA and adidas get ready for home visits

When do you find the time to exercise? In the basement while waiting for the washing machine cycle to finish or with your kids in the living room? We all want to work out but can’t always find a way to make it work. IKEA and adidas visit women’s homes to explore the connection between living spaces and sport to help create healthy habits.

The sound of IKEA and Sonos

Welcome behind the scenes at IKEA product development