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IKEA Studio: live and kicking

Our live studio isn’t just a unique and immersive space in the heart of IKEA Oxford Street. It’s home to a range of vibrant and interactive event experiences by and for the many Londoners. Welcome to the action!

A picture of the Oxford Street IKEA store live studio showing screens depicting a forest with cartoon animals.

Come on down!

The IKEA Studio is located on floor -1 of the Oxford Street store. Just take the elevator down and turn left. You can't miss it!

Something for everyone

What floats your boat? Chances are, we’ve got you covered. From deep dives into design and cooking to music and community takeovers, our live events unite the world of IKEA with London’s diverse cultural scene.

Music and sounds

It’s gig night in the IKEA Studio! Our stage is set for intimate live performances by young, up-and-coming London musicians and DJs.A festival feeling in the heart of London.

Cooking and eating

We love having fun with food – asking diverse London chefs to remix our famous plant balls, for example. Join us for a taste of the action!

Design for everyone

Do you have a thing for design? We’re proud to share the stories of our new collections and iconic products – and maybe a few IKEA secrets too.

Life at home

Fascinated by how people live? We are – endlessly. From interior solutions to everyday activities, we’re opening the door to Londoners’ lives at home.

Fun and games

Fancy your chances with a flatpack, assembling products or just showing off what you know? Our quizzes and challenges will put you to the test.

Community hangouts

At IKEA, we’re powered by a strong sense of community. Our studio meetup events invite people to connect with likeminded souls – or just hang out with us.


Feel the pulse

We’re having a blast in the IKEA Studio, and our guests are too! Here’s a peek into what’s been going on recently. Note: For the best experience, drop by and see for yourself.


Teamwork is the dreamwork

In the IKEA Studio, collaboration is key. Here are some of the many co-creators from across London that we're proud to partner with for our live events.

Timi Ariyo (Plant ball mashup)



London chef Timi runs O Dun, a Nigerian offering which aims to bring West African cuisine to the forefront of London. O Dun means ‘It’s Sweet’ in Yoruba, colloquially meaning ‘It tastes good!’.

What's on?

There’s always something happening in the IKEA Studio. Check out our schedule of upcoming events.

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