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What is the IKEA "Silent Hour"?

The IKEA "Silent Hour" at IKEA Vösendorf offers a stimulus-reduced shopping time with less noise and a quieter atmosphere.


The IKEA "Silent Hour" is a special shopping time with fewer stimuli and a quieter atmosphere.
It's designed to give people a more enjoyable shopping experience.

WHAT CHANGES DURING THE "SILENT HOUR"?

✓ Less noise in the store
✓ No background music
✓ Fewer speaker announcements
✓ Quieter atmosphere
✓ More consideration in the shopping experience

WHO IS THE "SILENT HOUR" FOR?

The IKEA "Silent Hour" is aimed at people who are sensitive to many sounds, light or other sensory impressions.
These include, for example, people:
  • on the autism spectrum
  • with ADHD
  • with sensory sensitivity
  • with neurodivergent needs
  • or anyone who wants a quieter shopping environment

THE GOAL OF THE "SILET HOUR"

The IKEA "Silent Hour" is designed to create a respectful, calmer and supportive shopping atmosphere.

 

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