IKEA and Scholten & Baijings Created Designs Inspired by "IKEA Hacking"
Laura McQuarrie — August 8, 2018 — Art & Design
References: dezeen
For years, many consumers have adopted the process of "IKEA hacking," or transforming basic products from the Swedish furniture retailer into highly customized, stylish solutions for the home. To help consumers make DIY modifications to IKEA's adaptable furniture designs, some businesses have made a name for themselves by offering various kinds of tabletops, legs and hardware accessories.
With Scholten & Baijings, IKEA recently acknowledged the popularity of the IKEA hacking phenomenon by reimagining two of its most popular furniture pieces—the Klippan sofa and the Poäng armchair, for the colorful, personality-packed Lyskraft collection.
As IKEA's creative leader Michael Nikolic notes, "the hackers are an inspiration to us, and with Lyskraft we feel it's our time to show we got inspired by them."
With Scholten & Baijings, IKEA recently acknowledged the popularity of the IKEA hacking phenomenon by reimagining two of its most popular furniture pieces—the Klippan sofa and the Poäng armchair, for the colorful, personality-packed Lyskraft collection.
As IKEA's creative leader Michael Nikolic notes, "the hackers are an inspiration to us, and with Lyskraft we feel it's our time to show we got inspired by them."
Trend Themes
1. IKEA Hacking - The trend of transforming basic IKEA products into customized solutions presents an opportunity for businesses to offer DIY modification tools and accessories.
2. Modded Furniture - The rise of modded furniture ranges reflects consumer demand for personalized and unique home decor options, providing an opening for companies to offer customization options.
3. Collaborative Design - Partnerships between furniture retailers and designers highlight the trend of collaborative design, enabling innovative and creative solutions for mass-produced furniture.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Retail - The furniture retail industry can tap into the trend of IKEA hacking by offering specialized modification tools, accessories, and design collaborations with consumers.
2. Interior Design - The interior design industry can leverage the demand for modded furniture by incorporating customization services and curated collections that cater to unique customer preferences.
3. Home Decor Accessories - The home decor accessories industry has an opportunity to provide a wide range of tabletops, legs, and hardware accessories for consumers seeking to personalize their furniture through DIY modifications.
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