Home furnishing tips for explorers
Whether you're starting university, moving abroad, taking a gap year, or leaving home for the first time, big changes can be daunting. IKEA Home furnishing direction leaders Abbey Stark and Queenie Lee share inspiring tips to help take that first step into the unfamiliar with curiosity rather than caution.
Flexibility first
In times of exploration, people often live in smaller, temporary spaces. How can you get smart, flexible storage that isn’t just practical but also looks good? Find a compact solution that can travel with you.
Take a piece of home
People on the move often need to be choosy about what to take with them. How can home furnishings help create a sense of belonging and stability, even in new environments – while also supporting independence, creativity and adaptability? What small, meaningful things can you take with you?
No living room? No problem
Moving into dorm rooms or small spaces without designated living rooms requires a different approach to creating the all-important living space – converting a bed into a sofa with cushions against the wall or using the laptop tray for dining, for instance. How can you rethink the classic living room rules?
Explore your local IKEA
Whether you're downsizing, upgrading or on the move, IKEA offers plenty of affordable products, as well as ideas and inspiration to help with life's big changes. Click below to visit your local IKEA store online.