Inspiration and tips you need for life at home

At IKEA, we believe your home should be a true reflection of you—and fit your lifestyle perfectly. Whether you are moving into a new space, optimising a compact layout, or just looking for a quick seasonal refresh, explore our curated ideas and expert tips to get started.

Explore how-tos and guides for every room
Home Design testimonials
Sustainable living at home
Food recipes

A bright and inviting living room, perfect for relaxing and unwinding. To the right, a comfortable light beige sofa with soft cushions and a cosy throw awaits, while a stylish cream armchair sits to the left, offering a perfect spot for reading. In the centre, a light wooden coffee table holds a few thoughtful touches, and a charming woven pouf adds extra comfort. Above, a large, round paper lantern casts a gentle glow over the space. In the background, a long wooden storage unit keeps things tidy, adorned with a simple vase holding dried branches and a piece of abstract art on the wall. The room is completed with light wooden flooring, a neutral rug, and a screen with translucent panels, creating a calm and harmonious atmosphere.

How-tos and guides for every room

How-to: Decorating & styling

Make space for what you love with decorating ideas that bring character, comfort and personality to every corner of your home.

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Paper flowers, endless possibilities

Discover creative ways to make and style paper flowers that brighten your home all year round, no watering required.

Some GULDSPETT artificial flowers stand on a colourful RÖDSNULTRA serving plate in front of a LINDBYN mirror.

How to hang pictures like a pro

Get your pictures straight the first time. Discover practical tips for planning, positioning and hanging artwork to create a polished display you'll love.

An aspen/white EKENABBEN open shelving unit

How to dress the bed hotel style

Turn everyday bedtime into a boutique hotel experience. Learn how to layer bedding, cushions and throws to create a bed that's both comfortable and inviting.

A white NATTJASMIN fitted sheet that is half in a baske and half laid out on a RUTER ironing board in front of an unmade bed.

How to calculate how much decking you need

Simple guide below to find out how much flooring you need.

A white green/beige sofa, a potted plant and a light brown children’s picnic table on artificial grass floor decking.

How-to: Organise

Make everyday life easier with smart organising ideas that help reduce clutter, maximise space and keep your home running smoothly.

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Easy ways to organise your fridge

Easy tips to help you improve organisation and free up useful space in your fridge.

A clear glass/cork IKEA 365+ carafe with stopper in the kitchen

How to organise kitchen cabinets and drawers

Smart kitchen cabinet storage ideas to provide solutions for better organisation inside cabinets and drawers.

A light bamboo UPPDATERA cutlery tray in the kitchen

Tips and ideas for extra storage on the balcony

Balcony storage ideas to help you squeeze in more while getting organised and cutting clutter.

A big, beige in/outdoor KOLBJÖRN cabinet, made of two stacked cabinets on top of side-by-side cabinets, is on a balcony wall.

More how-tos by room

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An orange flower BLODFLÄDER picture in the living room

A white FJÄDERHARV mini chest with 2 drawers in the bedroom

A kitchen wall fitted with open shelves, rails and a magnetic knife rack which are all packed with everyday kitchen items.

A dining room featuring a long, rectangular wooden dining table with four matching wooden chairs that have woven seats. Above the table hangs a unique, layered wooden pendant light. In the background, there's a light-coloured wooden cabinet with open shelves displaying various decorative items and closed sections. To the right, a tall screen with translucent panels allows soft light to filter in. A branch with dark berries in a vase sits on the table, along with a dark teapot and small cups on a wooden tray, and a single brown mug. The room has a warm, natural aesthetic with light-coloured walls and wooden flooring.

A child is lying on a DRÖMSLOTT rug, drawing, with a yellow GREJSIMOJS lamp and a SKOGSDUVA daisy-shaped cushion nearby.

An office with a dark grey SMÖRKULL office chair with armrests beside a desk and plants near a wall.

A white-tiled, beige-walled bathroom has an ÄNGSJÖN wash-stand with high gloss white drawers and oak effect open cabinets.

A garden setting with a light brown wooden NÄMMARÖ table with food and drinks on a sunny day. Chairs, a bench and a parasol.

TJUSIG storage bench in black, next to two shoe racks with one stacked on top of the other. Shoes in neat order on shelves.

An anthracite/grey frame ENHET laundry in the laundry room

Essential guides

From sofas and beds to storage systems and home office furniture, these guides help you find the right solution for your needs, space and lifestyle.

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A place for everything, the BESTÅ way

Some things deserve to be displayed. Others are happier behind closed doors. Discover how BESTÅ helps you create a storage solution that's flexible, functional and tailored to your everyday life.

A white stained oak effect Lappviken/Björköviken brown BESTÅ media storage combination in the living room

Find the right sofa for your home

A sofa is often the heart of the living room. Explore our guide to different sofa types, sizes and features to help you choose one that fits your space, needs and everyday moments.

A VIMLE 3-seat sofa with chaise lounge and a SLÄKT storage box with castors stand in front of a TV on a KALAX TV bench.

Find the right bed frame for your bedroom

Whether you're furnishing a compact bedroom, creating a cosy retreat or looking for extra storage, this guide explores different bed frame styles and features to help you find the perfect fit for your space and sleeping habits.

A dark grey SANELA cushion cover in the bedroom

Inspiration by room

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A LILLESÄTER pouffe and a coffee table stand in front of an off-white LILLESÄTER 3-seat sofa with an extra cushion on it.

A cosy bedroom featuring a TÄRNKULLEN upholstered bed frame with a brown HAMPFLOCKEL duvet cover and 2 pillowcases.

A bright kitchen has matt white VOXTORP fronts and a kitchen peninsula with a white dining table in the foreground.

An electric MITTZON sit/stand desk with a walnut veneer table top and white frame has a laptop on it by a beige office chair.

A tiled bathroom featuring the white TVÄLLEN/ENHET wash-stand with two drawers, wall-mounted with colourful towels nearby.

A FLISAT toy storage with wheels filled with toys, beside a wooden wardrobe in a pink children’s room with a child playing.

A neat hallway with coats on a black ÄLGANÄS clothes rack and open and closed white EKET wall cabinet units.

Real homes by Home Design Service

Real homes, designed with IKEA Home design service

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A traditional modern 4-room BTO flat for a family of five

Explore this airy, light-filled home with traditional elements for a couple and their three teenage children at MacPherson.

A wide shot of a living room from a traditional modern 4-room BTO flat in MacPherson, Singapore, designed by IKEA Home design service.

A Scandinavian modern 2-room flexi BTO flat for a retired executive

Let's take a peek at this 2-room BTO flat turned into a personal retirement retreat at Toa Payoh.

A wide shot of a kitchen from a Scandinavian modern 2-room flexi BTO flat in Toa Payoh, Singapore, designed by IKEA Home design service.

A contemporary style 4-room BTO flat for a growing family

Let's take a look at this modern monochrome home in a 4-room BTO flat for a growing family of four at Woodlands.

A wide shot of a contemporary style kitchen from a 4-room BTO flat in Woodlands, Singapore, designed by IKEA Home design service.

A contemporary kitchen in a 3-room BTO flat for a retired couple

Visit this modern kitchen with Peranakan inspiration in a 3-room BTO flat owned by a retired couple at Pasir Ris.

A wide shot of a contemporary style kitchen with Peranakan elements from a 3-room BTO flat in Pasir Ris, Singapore, designed by IKEA Home design service.

A Scandinavian-inspired 4-room BTO flat for a young family

Read about this minimalist, Scandi style 4-room BTO flat built for multi-gen living for a young family of three at Bidadari.

A wide shot of a combined kitchen and dining area from a Japandi/ Scandinavian-inspired 4-room BTO flat in Bidadari, Singapore, designed by IKEA Home design service.

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Sustainable living at home

Discover sustainable solutions for everyday life

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Sustainable swaps

The path to a more sustainable life at home: small changes can add up to big change if we all do our bit.

A bamboo TREBENT chopsticks 4 pairs in the kitchen

Everyday uses for ISTAD resealable bags

It's the all-round plastic bag ISTAD that is now made mostly (85%) of a renewable material from the sugar cane industry.

A patterned red/pink ISTAD resealable bag

IKEA Family Sustainability deals

Enjoy exclusive IKEA Family offers on products that help you reduce waste, save energy and make everyday living a little greener.

Looking for your next favourite recipe?

From quick weeknight meals to dishes worth gathering around the table for, discover recipes inspired by flavours from near and far. Whether you're cooking for one, feeding the family or trying something new, find ideas that make every meal a little more enjoyable.

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Spicy chicken meatballs & cucumber salad

Bring bold flavours to the table with juicy chicken meatballs, a refreshing cucumber salad and a spicy gochujang sauce. A delicious balance of heat, crunch and freshness in every bite.