Ideas & inspiration

There are many ways to give even the smallest kitchen some serious style and make it feel more spacious than it is. Use clever storage solutions to stow away things when they’re not in use and, if possible, try a simple design trick: white fronts reflect light and help create the illusion of a bigger space.

Wrapped in comfy textiles in a room showcasing a warm traditional style, both cot and bed become cuddle and snooze favourites.

Looking for sofa layout ideas to make watching your top shows or playing your favourite games easier and more fun? You’ll find lots of ideas here on different types of sofa and how to arrange them to maximise your enjoyment. Plus tips about how furniture like coffee tables, TV benches and armchairs can help you make sure your space works for TV, gaming and more.

Create a modern kitchen with character using drawer fronts in soft, elegant tones. Combine them with different furniture and materials to create a light, cheerful and functional space you’ll always want to come back to.

Even if you have a small bedroom with unusual architecture like a sloping roof or little nooks, a calm, decluttered space with  country-style charm can be more than a dream. Be creative with storage furniture so it makes the most of all the space. Your  unique mix will make storage part of the décor, and bring out your style.

In a compact dorm room, every piece must be able to multitask. Like a bed that’s also a lounge. Or a study desk that doubles as a dining table. Discover our collection of IKEA essentials that pull a double shift, from “grind mode” to “hangout.”