Getting started with IKEA Kreativ
A quick overview of the three ways to start designing in IKEA Kreativ, plus how to pick the right one for you.
IKEA Kreativ is a free virtual room designer that lets you try out furniture and décor in your own home before you buy anything. You can start in whatever way works best for you — take a photo, scan your room in 3D, enter your own room dimensions, or browse a pre-built room. Here's how to find the right starting point for you.
How do I start designing in IKEA Kreativ?
Design Your Own Space. Snap or upload a photo of your room in the IKEA app, or upload a photo on the web. Erase your existing furniture and redesign the space from scratch, right on top of your real room.
Best if you want to see how new pieces look with the furniture and décor you already have, and to make sure the products actually fit your space, especially if it's an unusual size or shape.
- How do I snap a photo of my room in IKEA Kreativ?
- How do I upload a photo of my room in IKEA Kreativ?
Build a 3D Room. Scan your whole room in the IKEA app if you have a LiDAR-enabled device, like an iPhone Pro or iPad Pro — IKEA Kreativ turns it into an empty 3D version of your space you can furnish however you like. No LiDAR? Enter your own room dimensions on the web instead to build the same kind of empty 3D room.
Best if you want to redesign a room from the ground up, with the exact shape, size, and floor and wall finishes set to match your real space.
Explore a Pre-Built Room. Browse 50+ starter rooms, from empty spaces to fully decorated ones, for design inspiration. No scanning or photos needed.
Best if you want to get started seeing how furniture and décor look together, even before you know your room's dimensions or can take a photo; like when you're moving before getting the keys.
Where can I learn more?
Once you've started, these articles cover common follow-up questions:
Getting the best capture
Sizing and dimensions
- How do I view product and room dimensions in IKEA Kreativ?
- Can I resize an item or adjust the dimensions of the room in IKEA Kreativ?
Managing your designs
Working with furniture
- How do I interact with furniture in the IKEA Kreativ app?
- How do I interact with furniture on IKEA Kreativ on the web?
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