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Back to uni with a fresh start!

Start your uni journey off right, whether you’re moving into a dorm or your first apartment. Some needs remain the same: a comfortable study space, a cosy bed, smart storage solutions and ways to stay energised when the studying gets tough. Check out some essentials and get inspired with how to pack for uni!

Rise to the occasion

Decide how you want to study. Use LOBERGET swivel chair for marathon study sessions, or start the day by standing tall at a DUBBLA laptop stand on your desk. It makes studying a little bit more exciting when you can switch from sitting to standing in seconds, maybe even dance a little while writing that essay.

A person dressed in brown sitting on a white LOBERGET swivel chair by a white desk with green plants by a window.
A stainless steel LÄTTUGGAD snack container in the home office
A white GLADHÖJDEN desk sit/stand
A LOBERGET/MALSKÄR swivel chair stands at a white KALLAX desk with a KNIPSA basket and some KALLAX inserts in it.
A person standing studying by the orange DUBBLA laptop stand holding a laptop placed on a white desk with some books.

Get a master’s in mealtimes

Just because you live small, doesn’t mean you can’t eat smart. The customisable ÄSPINGE kitchenette is your compact, freestanding cooking hub–ideal for mastering mealtimes and fuelling late-night study sessions, one meal at a time.

White and cork HAVREHOJ holder for tablet and phone beside student cooking in a ÄSPINGE kitchenette in black/ash.
A beech RÖRT fork
A white GODMIDDAG plate
A stainless steel IKEA 365+ cookware
A MOPSIG 16-piece cutlery set in the dining room

Procrastination never felt this cosy

Transform a boring dorm into a cosy sanctuary for both study and relaxation. With the vibrant VETEJORDFLY bedspread and the silky-soft PILTANDVINGE duvet cover, you can give your dorm a whole new look, while enjoying comfortable nights and weekend lie-ins.

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A person lying in a bed with the light pink PILTANDVINGE duvet cover and pillows in light green and blue, sunlight coming in.
A person sitting studying in a bed made with the pink VETEJORDFLY bed spread, placed in a white room with pops of colour.
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New home essentials

Moving into a new home, whatever the size, is a mix of excitement and a few challenges too. Figuring out what to bring, what to buy, and where to even begin can feel overwhelming. 

But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We can help you spend less time stressing and more time enjoying the best part: turning your new house into a home.

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Tips and ideas to create the optimal study space

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Get an A+ in cooking
No matter your skill level, get all the kitchen essentials to turn your uni space into a top-tier kitchen without breaking the (noodle) budget.
Freestanding ÄSPINGE kitchenette in black/ash in green student accommodation.
Student studio space saving ideas that leave room for more
University life often means hours spent at your desk, so let’s make those marathon study sessions a bit more fun and a lot more organised.
A close-up of an ALEX desk in black-blue with a cork memo board hanging on the wall and a yellow speaker on the shelf above.
Design DIY: 6 ideas to help you create your own desk
Your desk, your choice. At IKEA, you can easily mix and match tabletops, trestles or legs to design a setup that works for you.
A close-up of a white/anthracite LAGKAPTEN tabletop with a TERTIAL work lamp attached and a red office chair in the back.
Make it feel like home
Everything in your student room should bring you comfort. Choose a desk and bed that you’re happy to spend lots of time with, and display your trinkets proudly!
A student sits on a HEMNES day bed in a student room. Several BURHULT/SIBBHULT shelves with frames and books are above him.
Be the tidy one at uni
If your room size or budget is limited, let us help with small-space solutions for an organised, comfortable haven with everything you need.
A male student sits on a BLECKBERGET swivel chair at a LAGKAPTEN/TILLSLAG desk, which is underneath a VITVAL loft bed.
What's your favourite subject? Ours is organisation
It's time to get organised! Find storage and organisers that suit your lifestyle and personality.
An IKEA SKÅDIS white pegboard with holes holding differently coloured containers storing colourful pens, paper clips and tape.
Choose your study spot
Arrange desks in unconventional corners and recesses, utilise portable storage solutions or take over the living room, learning can happen anywhere.
A teenage girl sits on a sofa with headphones on. A TRULSTORP coffee table is popped open and she is doing homework on it.
Set the stage
Your student room is a chance to show the world what you’re all about. Create content or chill out with friends, but do it your way.
A MICKE desk with a LÅNESPELARE ring light serves as a vanity in a student room. A BLECKBERGET swivel chair is at the desk.
Uni room inspiration: 5 tips for your halls room
How to turn your uni room from a boring box into a stylish and comfy space.
A sheepskin rug with an open book sitting on top.
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Get back to school with flying colours!

Get ready for an exciting new chapter with our kid approved back to school essentials. From budget-friendly storage boxes to an organised desk, we’ve got everything you and your child need to revamp their room for the term ahead, their way.

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