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[heidifritz]

I very much miss the actual paper catalogue. I would typically hold onto them for 2-3 years to use as references. It’s true that the online version can be more dynamic...but for me just can’t take the place of a hard copy.

[rebeccarendle]

Ikea probably designs its furniture for standard European houses... Because here in Europe the furniture fits fine!... But our houses are 1/3rd to 1/5th the size of US houses.

[sachacarmenwiisberg]

Being from Denmark we tend to know what designer furniture that's been copied. Growing up with the classics from Arne Jacobsen, Hans Wegner, Montana elements, Borge Mogensen etc. makes it so that no matter how much they're copied I'd still buy the originals any day. They're super classy :-)

[mjsimmons]

I live in a tiny home. So I am intrigued with Ikeas ability to produce products that help me live comfortably as well as keeping the clutter at bay. 😀
It seems you are focusing on much larger homes. I choose to live in a smaller space with less stuff freeing up my time to pursue other interests. simply.

[blaster-zyxx]

I very much appreciate tips on upping the look on a budget. I'm always more impressed by creative ways to make things look great on a budget than just showing off how you spend lots of money.

[dlindsay]

Yes to part 2! It would be interesting to learn just what they "copied". You could show a picture of the original, then the dupe. It would be a thoughtful lesson!

[tommoncrieff]

Her main issue with IKEA seems to be that everything is too small. I think this is US versus European city living - flats in Europe are usually small without great ceiling height unless they are in old buildings. This is IKEA’s market, they are size appropriate. In Europe if you want giant furniture, you go upmarket or search antique outlets and flea markets. Her solution is to buy 2 or 3 or 10 of everything, but most IKEA shoppers are very limited on budget which is why they’re shopping there in the first place. My own IKEA tip is paint. I paint many things I bring into my home so that I have the right colour values.

[windrider]

So refreshing to see tasteful design without needing the snobbish price!

[alycat]

YES TO A PART 2!!! Also, as a “masses consumer” I wouldn’t know a rip off on design of furniture if I saw one.

[amydunn]

Yes!!! Part 2 please! I work for IKEA and I love blending IKEA stuff with other styles and creating a designer look and feel! ❤️

[sarahgaines]

Wow, I’m already doing most of these things! My IKEA curtains and double rug are already on order! My feet are currently up on my 2 nesting coffee tables. Thank you for making me feel like a designer

[FrankMcGinness]

Best living room coffee table I’ve ever had was a solid five foot round faux leather console with inner storage. It was thinly padded to appear body friendly and inviting to sit, yet was also drink steady.

[kburnscoady]

The double rug trick works extra well with their high-pile / shag rugs - the look is totally seamless! Great tips! Thanks!

[lisabaginski]

Double velvet curtains! 😍😍😍😍 Fabulous tip!!! And explained with so much charm. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire video.

[carolannnoble]

PART 2 .., . Is this a real question???
Your ideas are always spot-on and amazing.

[Spiritgirl]

LOVE IKEA !! Thanks for always including their items to create high-end design on a teensy budget! xoxo

[joycerange]

Great tips! Yes on part two. I often fill an empty, larger space, as in the bookcases, with a smallish picture, BUT! In an oversized frame. Especially nice if the frame itself is nice enough to be the art itself.

[maryperez]

Love the tips Valentina! Your laugh makes my day!! Keep up the Joy, we all need the sunshine.

[MoDro]

Absolutely, IKEA has drawn ‘inspiration’ that is a little too close to iconic pieces. Let’s take the more recent, Virgil Abloh’s MARKERAD collaboration with IKEA vs Paul McCobb’s Planner Group chair.. Or the “Meltorp’ dining chair vs Norman Foster’s 20-06 stacking chair.. Or the iconic ‘Poang’ chair vs Alvar Aalto’s 406 lounge chair. Pick your battles, I suppose.

Excellent suggestion to color block shelving against the same colored wall, and removing a shelf. Certainly gives more of a gallery vibe to your treasures, whereas the uniform shelves can resemble the rows of knickknacks at a resale shop.

Slay on, momma!

[kimthomas]

I LOVE IKEA. They have wonderful room designs and ideas..