I agree with you about the trend to put form over function. As a person who suffers from back pain, I find that most modern sofas are unusable because the backs are so low that they offer no support at all.
Worst thing are the things that are bought for function and they still don`t hold up over time. I am SO scared to buy a new desk chair because my budget isn`t huge but my back and butt need propper support!
@@Hopischwopi Honestly, just buy office chair. Ofc these cost a bit, but basic chair that businesses use are usually pretty good since they need to fulfill ergonomic requirements. These are usually also pretty durable since it makes sense to buy good chairs so they don't have to replace them often. If you are fine with used ones, you might even get them for very little somewhere as businesses move or go bankrupt.
I was so surprised at 5:03 to hear you pronounce Holmsjö SO WELL. The SJ sound doesn't even exist in English. Love your effort to pronounce everything correctly 👏👏
I must disagree with the generic "sofabeds are bad" comment. When I lived in a tiny apartment I had a sofabed from IKEA and it was one of the most comfortable sofas ever. As a bed it was meh, but it worked for me when I had guests. (If the guests were elderly I used the sofa and they got the bed)
When I saw the glass drawer of the Ridspö desk, I immediately thought that a light source hidden in the drawer would be a great way to copy drawings. I really like it :)
Great idea! Not specific to this table but I also quite like the idea of having a deliberate 'hole' or cut-out on a table - one such idea I came across was a square hole cut-out within a cement coffee table which would be later re-purpose for placement of table lamp, or plant, or even a natural ice bucket for entertainment purposes.
The RIDSPO desk, i think it has a glass hole is for drawing. They had something similar and it was cool to use. You put light on the drawer and can use for sketching. You can personalize the hole too with sketches or some textile.
Ooh, the Persbol chair reminds me of an Ercol set my parents had. I loved it as a kid (though it wasn’t great for snuggling up in). We would take off the back cushion and sit behind the chair watching Dr Who from behind the safety of the “bars”.
I think these comparisons fail to realize that anyone who would consider buying a bed for 650 dollars is going to compare it with other beds for 650 in different stores, not with beds for 100 at IKEA.
In the IKEA I visited today the drawer under the glass was set up with crafting supplies, very decorative. How long would they stay like that - well… ;-)
I have had Ivar shelves for over 30 years (including cabinets, and I am gutted they have changed the cabinet type, instead of just adding a new cabinet type). Still 100% happy. Of course, unlike with Billy, you have to organise the books so they do not fall, but they can be dismantled and re-mounted...Moved 6 times since buying them.
Like it too. Pine ages nice gets almost red-brown over time. And you can customize Ivar a lot - and use chalk paints or stains to leave a trace of the wood below. Not all is perfect - the doors and drawers are a bit flimsy. But I like that it's real wood and pretty easy to dissamble, but still can take pretty heavy loads.
Wanted to chime in on this as well! Hearing your pronunciation of “Holmsjö” I was baffled and had to rewind because it honestly sounded really convincing and natural to my Swedish ears! Bravo!! Seems like all of those IKEA trips and hours browsing the catalogue are starting to pay off 😅
Are you guys even Swedish? There is work to do with how to pronounce the Swedish words still. I would recommend putting them in to Google Translate on Swedish and click that speak icon to get the pronunciation. While some where okay, “Nytillverkad” and a few others were very very wrong 😂
I loooove my green Jattebo sofa! Also, such a relief to hear someone actually making effort to check how the names are pronounced. Some major interior design "content creators" can only aspire to your professional quality of videos.
One Ikea furniture item I've absolutely loved is the Idasen table top electric height adjust standing desk. I had been researching various manufacturers for a while as I really wanted an adjustable "desk" for my laptops and various hobbies. It was frustrating because the local stores that sell office furniture had some in their catalogs, but not in their showrooms. I live in the US, but happened to visit downtown Toronto, which had a small Ikea. To my delight, that showroom had several electric adjustable desks. When I got home, I ordered the one I picked out, and it did not disappoint. It's lightweight enough for me to push around and clean under, but has a sturdy feel with smooth operation
I’m moving into my second apartment with high ceilings (3.3 meters) and I will equip my new bedroom with a PLATSA wardrobe again. It’s stackable, it has everything you need and its drawers are roomier than those of PAX. Sure, it doesn’t have those “nice-to-have” glamorous add-ons, but it has a very clean and modern look and does the job perfectly.
The ‘Friheten’ corner sofabed is fabulous for gamer/tv families. Just pull out the extra bit, and the whole family can cosy up with their feet up. Mine has gotten a new life at another family after 10 years or so of use, and I bought a new one with a custom cover at my new house. It’s great!
Hell's teeth Daniel! Thank goodness you posted this video because I had my eye on several of the products you mentioned as being not such a good buy! ❤
Malm dressers are the only ones I like as dressers from any brand. Perfect as his and hers and the size and depth of drawers are perfect for our family
Shopping at IKEA as at even high end stores we really need to look into the details of the item. When we can't find a cover for the chair we can go online such as Comfort Works. I also ordered covers from the UK. I have some IKEA furniture that has lasted 15 years. When we understand how it is created we can figure out how to give them longer life. I also have some of their lamps and artwork that have sold for more than I paid. I also appreciate being able to switch out legs to change the style. I've had a Tylosand sleeper for many years and have adjusted the design to fit into three different households. Still super comfy and a great sleeper.
Dear Daniel, thank you so much for this video! I'm renovating my home, which is also my office: I'm a school books writer, and I work from home. I'm looking for inspiration for an office area that is both visually pleasing and integrated with the rest of the house. Your advice is so smart and tasteful! Truly valuable! Thanks from Italy!
As someone with architects in the family, it’s so nice to see a professional giving advice that actually considers *function* 😉 as well as form/design. (And budget, but that’s usually easier to deal with). Thanks from a new subscriber😄👍🙏
This video is so well done! Thank you for the information in here 😃 I'm setting up a home office from scratch, so I went to Ikea today and got the Lack shelves in oak and the Kolon clear mat/floor protector that goes under the desk (that floor protector is cheaper than anywhere else that I've been able to find, and it's good quality). I think those are two really good products. Anyway, happy to come across your channel, and I just subscribed!
One of the most comfortable Ikea armchairs I've had the pleasure of sitting in is the OSKARSHAMN Wing Chair. It's quite modern looking but it's so comfortable! It's expensive for Ikea but given the comfort factor and modern look it's worth it.
I've been an Ikea fan for years and love the design of the PAX system, but it was the most hellish shopping experience of my life. They frequently lied about availability, everything is out of stock, overcharged, charged for shipping that was free, I had to wait in line behind 25 people in store, their computer systems were down, their printers were down, their system said items were in stock and weren't and it took 5 employees 50 minutes to figure that out. Highly discommend PAX until they figure this out, and Ikea as a whole at this point. I do like the coffee table you showed, and I'm tempted to get a marcus chair.
did you complete your wardrobe? I've seen a few breakdowns on this system and lots of other people are saying to plan ahead and print out everything before going in otherwise the staff fall to pieces without everything done for them lol
@@Cut_tape-x9j I designed the entire wardrobe myself and was ready to order. I actually just got off the phone with Ikea today (and called them for hours yesterday) and they transferred me three times and said their trucking company picked up the order and never gave any status update. Ikea has been miserable for me for many weeks if not months. Used to be a big fan too.
For me pax was a really good experience at least in Germany. I planned it at home and checked the availability in the nearest shop. Almost everything seemed to be there so I wrote on a paper exactly which pieces I need and on which row they are. It didn't take more than 15 mins (we entered from the exit side to save time).
Soderham is The most uncomfortable sofa. Big regret of mine. However I have repurposed the ottoman by ordering custom linen covers and wooden legs to replace the existing grey fabric and metal legs and it looks lovely in my living room. A large square wooden tray on top and coffee table transformation done!
What I will say as a consumer is to do your product research. You can get a dining chair from ikea that u have to assemble and will likely wigle for $150 or a corner blocked heirloom chair from a brand like arhaus (during their store wide sale in Jan or sep) research research research !!
I love love love the Persbol chair. It's definitely on my wish list. I do also think IKEA has a lot of nice vases now. Several that are simple and classic, but have enough personality to elevate a room.
Thank you for this amazing video! I’m definitely going to share it with my friends who are in the process of designing their homes. I could use your advice on choosing the right armchair. I’m planning to buy a Jattebo L-shaped couch and want to find an armchair that complements it perfectly. My goal is to create a cozy, country living vibe throughout my home. Any suggestions?
I gotta disagree with you on the glass peekaboo in the desk. As someone with ADHD, I like a clean clear workspace, but when I put things away I forget they exist. I have clear drawers on my desk for this exact reason.
As an Ikea lover and huge fan of Daniel, the only recommendation that I disagree with has got to be the Markus desk chair (at least if you're 6 feet or above). I bought it last year as an upgrade from a wooden kitchen chair and only kept it for about 6 months. The top of the headrest only came up to the bottom of my head, lumbar support was hitting my mid-back, and the seat of the chair was too short for my legs. It's a shame because I think it looks visually great for the price, but the long-term performance just wasn't there for me. But please take my feedback with a grain of salt, and make sure to try it in-store to see if it works well with your height. If I had to rewind and pick again, I would either save up to get the chair that I eventually settled on, or would've preferred the Langfjall.
Thanks for the review. I have 2 of the Nymane lights. I would only recommend the one you showed. My husband (who used to fix helicopters, so it's not his lack of ability) cursed the design and product quality of the Nymane with the extension arm.
the glass cover over the drawer is for tracing things. Just turning on the mobile phone flashlight and put it in with the flashlight facing up. Then you're all set to trace.
NYTILLVÄRKAD footstool is a great thing, it go great in a kids room or in the garage, for ot can be used as a side table too, and turn it upside down to use it store pillows or outdoors to store your garden hose. I have 3 of those (1 was stolen) that are the originals that my mother had, and it was my dad that had one in the garage that was used to stand on, to have tools on, to sit on and be used (upside down) hold up tires. It was more a tool than a stool :D
I would really like or suggest a Video about "whom Ikea copied this season" , or : which top-designers designed which Ikea-products or : new products which were inspired by design-items. Sometimes Ikea is really top notch when it comes to viewing trends and has already issued fantastic products in the past!
Do you have any tips for a kitchen backsplash for someone who is renting and doesn't want to use tiles? The kitchen walls are completely bare and don't have anything at the moment... I would be happy to hear your thoughts :)
Thanks for the chair info-- I am looking for dining chairs! I am super excited about your new home tour!! Make it soon! You have done amazing things in all of your homes, but as your daughter is growing, it would have been harder to continue living in your old apt.
Corey Sofa out of Montreal gets my attention. 3 different styles, assemble yourself as 2 seater, 3 seater, 4 or sectional. They are shipped to you, easy to move, have covers that can be washed, hold their shape and satisfaction guaranteed.
Fantastic list, Daniel - so helpful to have your pro opinion on these pieces! I'd add the IVAR cabinet for a solid wood piece at a great price - I'm working on turning three into a long media cabinet with a built-in look. Takes some creativity and extra effort, but can't beat $400 USD for 95 inches of cabinetry! Would love your picks for best/worst home accessories too - so many great ones ✨
My favourite new-ish IKEA item is the MÅNHULT dining chair. The round backs are a statement, and I found it to be the *most* comfortable dining chair they had, with the best lumbar support. Also if the colour becomes dated they wouldn't be very difficult to re-cover.
Why are attractive cordless table lamps -not like camping lanterns-so hard to find? In an old-ish house, with not enough outlets, I’ve been ISO of cordless lamps for months. Am I *that* picky?
IKEA turns a profit with food. It's one of the biggest fast food chains in the world. The furniture is just the vehicle to get people into the store and consume everything food related :D
The Jattebo design and texture is perfect. The only thing that stopped me was the cushions were too fluffy you just sink in. It’s going to hurt your back and not sure if the shape will last long.
Just started to follow. I always get a kick out of the pronunciation of the words - (I speak Danish), and what IKEA names their products. Like Bank Office for a carpet (too swank for a bank, imho), or farts (Pruta) for tupperware? A few chairs, roughly translated to 'forest living'. It's all kinds of awesome. I had very comfy Klippan sofas for two decades that never lost their bounce. Glad I stumbled across your channel.
Hard disagree on the "sofa beds are bad at both parts" to be honest. Living in a small apartment in a place where we get a lot of friends visiting from out of town, the Friheten couch has been life changing. Not worth its current jacked up price, but so many are for sale - it's a comfortable enough couch with few drawbacks. Multiple people have said it's super comfortable to sleep on, and it even has huge storage in the "L" piece. No regrets at all from me :) PS, good job with the product names this time! I don't know why they keep doing this to foreigners haha
Well a drawer to look into would be perfect for me or rather my adhd brain to put stuff in so I can still see but not have it around ontop of my desk the whole time. It would free up space and yes the clutter would still be visible but overall the desk would look less cluttered.
In the last 20 years, I have done 3 gut reno's on coop apartments (please don't ask why). I have installed Ikea kitchens in all three. I have found that they are durable in function and design. Also, they have added to resale desire and value. Neither of the two I sold during poor seller's market, have been on reality listing for more than one month. The most recent sale went down at the first open house. I have always gotten the top price in the price point range for these apartments. It may be that I was just lucky but I feel that this is, in a large part, due to the Ikea kitchens. Assembly can be a bit of a pain in the a$$ but not all that difficult when approached with patience.
How are the Skogsta Chairs ergonomically like to sit on? The design is so appealing, I’m drooling but I am concerned about its application and durability.
Recently I've bought the 6 drawer Kullen storage unit, its basically a budget friendly version of Malm units. If you can't get a Malm, go for Kullen, you won't miss anything at all. Highly recommend it.
@@tonylarose4842 Bought it only a few weeks ago. Perhaps in my country they're getting rid of the remaining stocks, idk. But I genuinely like it, no concerns whatsoever.
Hi Daniel great video! Looking forward to the new home tour and the course! I know you mentioned in a previous video the financial savings of having your office and bedroom in one room. Im wondering what is the reasoning behind choosing to move even after considering the financial savings of a smaller space? Thanks again
I was listening to music with my eyes closed when your video popped up next and you sounded like a commercial for a few moments before I realized the previous channel ended. You have such a crisp and melodious voice , you could literally do commercials - just wanted to mention it. And kudos to you for saying all those Ikea names out loud. Apart from bringing cheap furniture to the world, Ikea can also be credited with launching the Swedish language at the unsuspecting public at large. LOL.
I have the Klippan sofa and I actually liked it better than most of the others I tried there! It's a question of whether you like firm sofas, I guess. (Also, fake leather ones.)
Great video.. tho I feel overwhelmed and not sure what I really like! Lol I have a very small 2 room house (900 sq feet) and i really want to replace my dining table and bedroom furniture. They are nice, but there are extremely irritating things about each that bug me. My daughter sends me FB Marketplace options that are tempting at times, but I don’t want to waste a nickel on “possible” options. So I look and look.. feeling frustrated at my inaction. I look forward to your tour of your place!! Maybe lighting will strike for me?! Love your videos.
What a fab video! Thank you! I’d like to point out that non-cushioned timber chairs are also uncomfortable for people with lower back issues (me being a victim). I even had to buy seat cushions for our already padded dining chairs, from IKEA of course 😁.
The solution to the Hemnes bed is using a regular old iron bedframe to support a thing box spring and mattress, and use the Hemnes as a purely decorative enclosure. They are NOT strong enough to hold the mattress for a large American - especially if one is getting frisky with a partner, as a friend found out the hard way!
Lisabo is stunning, isnt it? I just can't get over that table. I also wonder what are your opinions on sofas such as landskrona, bastubo/bennebol. Do you think they will be a good purchase in a long run regarding pricing, storing and durability?
IKEA dining chairs are uncomfortable if one is an average height female, not one of those above average Nordic stock 😢 IKEA headboards are boring, expensive and not very functional. I want a free standing bookcase headboard. My bedroom isn't big enough for side tables. I live in Sweden, if IKEA doesn't make it, the other furniture companies don't have it either.
Hi. Just came across ur vlog and was happy to subscribe. Wanted to look for ideas on how to furnish my tiny condo which will be completed in 2025 in the Philippines. It is just a 26 sqm studio. I went to Ikea to get some ideas. Hoping to learn from u🙏🏻 Thank u😊
I feel like you missed the Ikea Lauters-lamp. I've had thei floor lamp version for a while and many people believe it's more expensive. Def looks like a designer lamp.
Would you recommend the Idanas bed without storage? I love the design and I have an adjustable bed platform. Would it sit comfortably within the Idanas frame?
Honestly, I like iKEA. However, I hate that you have to put together 95% of their items. Moreover, one needs to get a degree at times to understand their instructions. Although, once you succeed in assembling their item you feel like you can accomplish anything!
I’ve been shopping for furniture for 6 months and have not found anything worth buying. What is the best comfortable lounging sofa in a velvet or flannel, 200-250cm long, not a low back, that will last 7+ years in a low usage space.
Hi I had to move suddenly and have nothing. I can’t spend thousands of dollars. I need a bed, nightstands, a small sofa or loveseat or possibly two chairs..a coffee and side tables and a kitchen island. I’m thinking: A vintage workbench or custom workbench with a marble top from IKEA. A lower end bed frame so I can get a better mattress. The rest I have no idea where to start. Any ideas greatly appreciated!
Great list, I actually need a new standing lamp for my living room, but didn't want to spend a ton of money, I think that I will pop into IKEA. Looking forward to seeing your new home.
I agree with you about the trend to put form over function. As a person who suffers from back pain, I find that most modern sofas are unusable because the backs are so low that they offer no support at all.
Worst thing are the things that are bought for function and they still don`t hold up over time. I am SO scared to buy a new desk chair because my budget isn`t huge but my back and butt need propper support!
@@Hopischwopi Honestly, just buy office chair. Ofc these cost a bit, but basic chair that businesses use are usually pretty good since they need to fulfill ergonomic requirements. These are usually also pretty durable since it makes sense to buy good chairs so they don't have to replace them often.
If you are fine with used ones, you might even get them for very little somewhere as businesses move or go bankrupt.
@@mukkaar thank you for the advice! I totally didn't think about looking for one used. I'll keep an eye out for a used one
I was so surprised at 5:03 to hear you pronounce Holmsjö SO WELL. The SJ sound doesn't even exist in English. Love your effort to pronounce everything correctly 👏👏
Same!! @DanielTitchener You just need to get Å = “OH-uh”, or at lest just “oh”. Really impressive otherwise! 😊
I must disagree with the generic "sofabeds are bad" comment. When I lived in a tiny apartment I had a sofabed from IKEA and it was one of the most comfortable sofas ever. As a bed it was meh, but it worked for me when I had guests. (If the guests were elderly I used the sofa and they got the bed)
Do you know what the name of the sofa was? ☺️
@@ariadna799 I am pretty sure it was an Ektorp. Unfortunately they do not make Ektorp as a sofabed anymore.
When I saw the glass drawer of the Ridspö desk, I immediately thought that a light source hidden in the drawer would be a great way to copy drawings. I really like it :)
Uh that's a great Idea 😮😊
That's a great idea!
led strips with double sided tape and you have a budget lightbox build into your desk, great idea
Great idea!
Not specific to this table but I also quite like the idea of having a deliberate 'hole' or cut-out on a table - one such idea I came across was a square hole cut-out within a cement coffee table which would be later re-purpose for placement of table lamp, or plant, or even a natural ice bucket for entertainment purposes.
The RIDSPO desk, i think it has a glass hole is for drawing. They had something similar and it was cool to use. You put light on the drawer and can use for sketching. You can personalize the hole too with sketches or some textile.
Ooh, the Persbol chair reminds me of an Ercol set my parents had. I loved it as a kid (though it wasn’t great for snuggling up in). We would take off the back cushion and sit behind the chair watching Dr Who from behind the safety of the “bars”.
I think these comparisons fail to realize that anyone who would consider buying a bed for 650 dollars is going to compare it with other beds for 650 in different stores, not with beds for 100 at IKEA.
Avocado is outstanding.
Good survey
I think the idea of the glass panel on the desk is to be used as a light box for tracing
In the IKEA I visited today the drawer under the glass was set up with crafting supplies, very decorative. How long would they stay like that - well… ;-)
i can tell you I am so messy that I am happy that I have a drawer to through my stuff into. a glass panel would be my worst nightmare
That would work so well. I don't even craft or draw, but your observation about tracing made me want to create embroidery patterns.
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⏰ Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:21 Dining Chairs
3:43 Armchairs
5:51 Sofas
6:42 Rugs & Coffee Tables
7:42 Beds
9:03 Desks
11:04 Desk Chairs
11:28 Storage
12:39 Lights
13:30 Bonus Items & Announcement
This video went deep! Lots of work put into this and I really appreciate it
I have had Ivar shelves for over 30 years (including cabinets, and I am gutted they have changed the cabinet type, instead of just adding a new cabinet type). Still 100% happy. Of course, unlike with Billy, you have to organise the books so they do not fall, but they can be dismantled and re-mounted...Moved 6 times since buying them.
Like it too. Pine ages nice gets almost red-brown over time.
And you can customize Ivar a lot - and use chalk paints or stains to leave a trace of the wood below.
Not all is perfect - the doors and drawers are a bit flimsy.
But I like that it's real wood and pretty easy to dissamble, but still can take pretty heavy loads.
@@theresabu3000 Yes, my oldest ones are as old as my daughter: she is 38.
Hello from Sweden, i would like to appreciate your effort on spelling of the furniture items names, it sounds really good!
I was trying so hard! Thanks so much! 😆
Wanted to chime in on this as well! Hearing your pronunciation of “Holmsjö” I was baffled and had to rewind because it honestly sounded really convincing and natural to my Swedish ears! Bravo!! Seems like all of those IKEA trips and hours browsing the catalogue are starting to pay off 😅
@@DanielTitchenerdo u know any TRUELY not made in china brands in ikea
Are you guys even Swedish? There is work to do with how to pronounce the Swedish words still. I would recommend putting them in to Google Translate on Swedish and click that speak icon to get the pronunciation. While some where okay, “Nytillverkad” and a few others were very very wrong 😂
I loooove my green Jattebo sofa! Also, such a relief to hear someone actually making effort to check how the names are pronounced. Some major interior design "content creators" can only aspire to your professional quality of videos.
One Ikea furniture item I've absolutely loved is the Idasen table top electric height adjust standing desk. I had been researching various manufacturers for a while as I really wanted an adjustable "desk" for my laptops and various hobbies. It was frustrating because the local stores that sell office furniture had some in their catalogs, but not in their showrooms. I live in the US, but happened to visit downtown Toronto, which had a small Ikea. To my delight, that showroom had several electric adjustable desks. When I got home, I ordered the one I picked out, and it did not disappoint. It's lightweight enough for me to push around and clean under, but has a sturdy feel with smooth operation
I’m moving into my second apartment with high ceilings (3.3 meters) and I will equip my new bedroom with a PLATSA wardrobe again. It’s stackable, it has everything you need and its drawers are roomier than those of PAX. Sure, it doesn’t have those “nice-to-have” glamorous add-ons, but it has a very clean and modern look and does the job perfectly.
The ‘Friheten’ corner sofabed is fabulous for gamer/tv families. Just pull out the extra bit, and the whole family can cosy up with their feet up. Mine has gotten a new life at another family after 10 years or so of use, and I bought a new one with a custom cover at my new house. It’s great!
Hell's teeth Daniel! Thank goodness you posted this video because I had my eye on several of the products you mentioned as being not such a good buy! ❤
ikea kitchens are underrated. Glad this architect knows his shiz!
Ah yup! Just many out there badmouthing the competition 😂
Malm dressers are the only ones I like as dressers from any brand. Perfect as his and hers and the size and depth of drawers are perfect for our family
Thanks Daniel, super useful summary and takes :)
Looking forward to the new apartment video.
Shopping at IKEA as at even high end stores we really need to look into the details of the item. When we can't find a cover for the chair we can go online such as Comfort Works. I also ordered covers from the UK. I have some IKEA furniture that has lasted 15 years. When we understand how it is created we can figure out how to give them longer life. I also have some of their lamps and artwork that have sold for more than I paid. I also appreciate being able to switch out legs to change the style. I've had a Tylosand sleeper for many years and have adjusted the design to fit into three different households. Still super comfy and a great sleeper.
Dear Daniel, thank you so much for this video! I'm renovating my home, which is also my office: I'm a school books writer, and I work from home. I'm looking for inspiration for an office area that is both visually pleasing and integrated with the rest of the house. Your advice is so smart and tasteful! Truly valuable! Thanks from Italy!
As someone with architects in the family, it’s so nice to see a professional giving advice that actually considers *function* 😉 as well as form/design. (And budget, but that’s usually easier to deal with). Thanks from a new subscriber😄👍🙏
I'm really excited about your new appartement tour! 🎉
Your pronounciation is getting better, the Holmsjö was really good! Love watching your opinion on Ikea products!
Happy new year - happy to see you back at it! Hoping 2024 brings some awesome new content, and maybe even some new Architect Redesigns episodes 🤩
This video is so well done! Thank you for the information in here 😃 I'm setting up a home office from scratch, so I went to Ikea today and got the Lack shelves in oak and the Kolon clear mat/floor protector that goes under the desk (that floor protector is cheaper than anywhere else that I've been able to find, and it's good quality). I think those are two really good products. Anyway, happy to come across your channel, and I just subscribed!
One of the most comfortable Ikea armchairs I've had the pleasure of sitting in is the OSKARSHAMN Wing Chair. It's quite modern looking but it's so comfortable! It's expensive for Ikea but given the comfort factor and modern look it's worth it.
I've been an Ikea fan for years and love the design of the PAX system, but it was the most hellish shopping experience of my life. They frequently lied about availability, everything is out of stock, overcharged, charged for shipping that was free, I had to wait in line behind 25 people in store, their computer systems were down, their printers were down, their system said items were in stock and weren't and it took 5 employees 50 minutes to figure that out. Highly discommend PAX until they figure this out, and Ikea as a whole at this point.
I do like the coffee table you showed, and I'm tempted to get a marcus chair.
did you complete your wardrobe? I've seen a few breakdowns on this system and lots of other people are saying to plan ahead and print out everything before going in otherwise the staff fall to pieces without everything done for them lol
@@Cut_tape-x9j I designed the entire wardrobe myself and was ready to order. I actually just got off the phone with Ikea today (and called them for hours yesterday) and they transferred me three times and said their trucking company picked up the order and never gave any status update. Ikea has been miserable for me for many weeks if not months. Used to be a big fan too.
For me pax was a really good experience at least in Germany. I planned it at home and checked the availability in the nearest shop. Almost everything seemed to be there so I wrote on a paper exactly which pieces I need and on which row they are. It didn't take more than 15 mins (we entered from the exit side to save time).
I mostly agree with you about sleeper sofas but the Friheten is great for both
Soderham is The most uncomfortable sofa. Big regret of mine. However I have repurposed the ottoman by ordering custom linen covers and wooden legs to replace the existing grey fabric and metal legs and it looks lovely in my living room. A large square wooden tray on top and coffee table transformation done!
Thanks for the great in-depth analysis and lots of insights. There are a lot of IKEA videos and this one is my favorite.
What I will say as a consumer is to do your product research. You can get a dining chair from ikea that u have to assemble and will likely wigle for $150 or a corner blocked heirloom chair from a brand like arhaus (during their store wide sale in Jan or sep) research research research !!
I love love love the Persbol chair. It's definitely on my wish list. I do also think IKEA has a lot of nice vases now. Several that are simple and classic, but have enough personality to elevate a room.
As always, excellent video! Looking forward to your home tour.
I really love your videos about design objects ! Really genuinely useful even in France
Love these IKEA videos, with their insanely afortable options it's great to have some guidance. Cool to see new arm chairs! Saved
Thank you for this amazing video! I’m definitely going to share it with my friends who are in the process of designing their homes. I could use your advice on choosing the right armchair. I’m planning to buy a Jattebo L-shaped couch and want to find an armchair that complements it perfectly. My goal is to create a cozy, country living vibe throughout my home. Any suggestions?
I gotta disagree with you on the glass peekaboo in the desk. As someone with ADHD, I like a clean clear workspace, but when I put things away I forget they exist. I have clear drawers on my desk for this exact reason.
As an Ikea lover and huge fan of Daniel, the only recommendation that I disagree with has got to be the Markus desk chair (at least if you're 6 feet or above). I bought it last year as an upgrade from a wooden kitchen chair and only kept it for about 6 months. The top of the headrest only came up to the bottom of my head, lumbar support was hitting my mid-back, and the seat of the chair was too short for my legs. It's a shame because I think it looks visually great for the price, but the long-term performance just wasn't there for me.
But please take my feedback with a grain of salt, and make sure to try it in-store to see if it works well with your height. If I had to rewind and pick again, I would either save up to get the chair that I eventually settled on, or would've preferred the Langfjall.
Thanks for the review. I have 2 of the Nymane lights. I would only recommend the one you showed. My husband (who used to fix helicopters, so it's not his lack of ability) cursed the design and product quality of the Nymane with the extension arm.
The glass to the draw is genius ! In my opinion it is ADHD friendly who always lose things haha or forget to use things
Hey Daniel, Do you have a best standing desks video?
the glass cover over the drawer is for tracing things. Just turning on the mobile phone flashlight and put it in with the flashlight facing up. Then you're all set to trace.
NYTILLVÄRKAD footstool is a great thing, it go great in a kids room or in the garage, for ot can be used as a side table too, and turn it upside down to use it store pillows or outdoors to store your garden hose. I have 3 of those (1 was stolen) that are the originals that my mother had, and it was my dad that had one in the garage that was used to stand on, to have tools on, to sit on and be used (upside down) hold up tires. It was more a tool than a stool :D
I would really like or suggest a Video about "whom Ikea copied this season" , or : which top-designers designed which Ikea-products or : new products which were inspired by design-items.
Sometimes Ikea is really top notch when it comes to viewing trends and has already issued fantastic products in the past!
Do you have any tips for a kitchen backsplash for someone who is renting and doesn't want to use tiles? The kitchen walls are completely bare and don't have anything at the moment... I would be happy to hear your thoughts :)
Thanks for the chair info-- I am looking for dining chairs! I am super excited about your new home tour!! Make it soon! You have done amazing things in all of your homes, but as your daughter is growing, it would have been harder to continue living in your old apt.
Corey Sofa out of Montreal gets my attention. 3 different styles, assemble yourself as 2 seater, 3 seater, 4 or sectional. They are shipped to you, easy to move, have covers that can be washed, hold their shape and satisfaction guaranteed.
I agree re the stool with black seat. Nice
Padded seating is a must! #teamboneybum 😂
The Odger Chair is amazing as well.
love the Ekenaset range, but really wish they did a high-back version, especially of the armchair.
the open back on the Skogsbo. The one it’s inspired by at least has a second bar
Fantastic list, Daniel - so helpful to have your pro opinion on these pieces! I'd add the IVAR cabinet for a solid wood piece at a great price - I'm working on turning three into a long media cabinet with a built-in look. Takes some creativity and extra effort, but can't beat $400 USD for 95 inches of cabinetry! Would love your picks for best/worst home accessories too - so many great ones ✨
That sounds like a great hack!
My favourite new-ish IKEA item is the MÅNHULT dining chair. The round backs are a statement, and I found it to be the *most* comfortable dining chair they had, with the best lumbar support. Also if the colour becomes dated they wouldn't be very difficult to re-cover.
Great intro! Can't wait for the rugs segment
Why are attractive cordless table lamps -not like camping lanterns-so hard to find? In an old-ish house, with not enough outlets, I’ve been ISO of cordless lamps for months. Am I *that* picky?
Flindshult. Pricey but the most comfortable Ikea chair ever!
This is a very good video, very well explained and logical. Thank you. 🙏
That looks like a really nice view. Congrats on the upgrade, can’t wait to see what you do with it.
I've been looking at the Persbol chair. Nice to hear you think that it's a good value option.
This video is *very* helpful. Thank you!!!
IKEA turns a profit with food. It's one of the biggest fast food chains in the world. The furniture is just the vehicle to get people into the store and consume everything food related :D
The Jattebo design and texture is perfect. The only thing that stopped me was the cushions were too fluffy you just sink in. It’s going to hurt your back and not sure if the shape will last long.
Just started to follow. I always get a kick out of the pronunciation of the words - (I speak Danish), and what IKEA names their products. Like Bank Office for a carpet (too swank for a bank, imho), or farts (Pruta) for tupperware? A few chairs, roughly translated to 'forest living'. It's all kinds of awesome. I had very comfy Klippan sofas for two decades that never lost their bounce. Glad I stumbled across your channel.
Hard disagree on the "sofa beds are bad at both parts" to be honest. Living in a small apartment in a place where we get a lot of friends visiting from out of town, the Friheten couch has been life changing. Not worth its current jacked up price, but so many are for sale - it's a comfortable enough couch with few drawbacks. Multiple people have said it's super comfortable to sleep on, and it even has huge storage in the "L" piece. No regrets at all from me :)
PS, good job with the product names this time! I don't know why they keep doing this to foreigners haha
Hi Danial i love watching your architect redesign type videos please post more
Well a drawer to look into would be perfect for me or rather my adhd brain to put stuff in so I can still see but not have it around ontop of my desk the whole time. It would free up space and yes the clutter would still be visible but overall the desk would look less cluttered.
Was thinking the same!
Very useful. Thanks!
In the last 20 years, I have done 3 gut reno's on coop apartments (please don't ask why). I have installed Ikea kitchens in all three. I have found that they are durable in function and design. Also, they have added to resale desire and value. Neither of the two I sold during poor seller's market, have been on reality listing for more than one month. The most recent sale went down at the first open house. I have always gotten the top price in the price point range for these apartments. It may be that I was just lucky but I feel that this is, in a large part, due to the Ikea kitchens. Assembly can be a bit of a pain in the a$$ but not all that difficult when approached with patience.
How are the Skogsta Chairs ergonomically like to sit on? The design is so appealing, I’m drooling but I am concerned about its application and durability.
Thoughts on the Malm pull up bed? Tons of storage but trying to think of downsides...
Recently I've bought the 6 drawer Kullen storage unit, its basically a budget friendly version of Malm units. If you can't get a Malm, go for Kullen, you won't miss anything at all. Highly recommend it.
you must've gotten one a few years ago. Kullens are currently discontinued due to tip over concerns
@@tonylarose4842 Bought it only a few weeks ago. Perhaps in my country they're getting rid of the remaining stocks, idk. But I genuinely like it, no concerns whatsoever.
Hi Daniel great video! Looking forward to the new home tour and the course! I know you mentioned in a previous video the financial savings of having your office and bedroom in one room. Im wondering what is the reasoning behind choosing to move even after considering the financial savings of a smaller space? Thanks again
I was listening to music with my eyes closed when your video popped up next and you sounded like a commercial for a few moments before I realized the previous channel ended. You have such a crisp and melodious voice , you could literally do commercials - just wanted to mention it. And kudos to you for saying all those Ikea names out loud. Apart from bringing cheap furniture to the world, Ikea can also be credited with launching the Swedish language at the unsuspecting public at large. LOL.
I have the Klippan sofa and I actually liked it better than most of the others I tried there! It's a question of whether you like firm sofas, I guess. (Also, fake leather ones.)
Congrats on the move! Hopefully not as stressful as the country hop!
Great video.. tho I feel overwhelmed and not sure what I really like! Lol
I have a very small 2 room house (900 sq feet) and i really want to replace my dining table and bedroom furniture. They are nice, but there are extremely irritating things about each that bug me. My daughter sends me FB Marketplace options that are tempting at times, but I don’t want to waste a nickel on “possible” options. So I look and look.. feeling frustrated at my inaction.
I look forward to your tour of your place!! Maybe lighting will strike for me?!
Love your videos.
What a fab video! Thank you! I’d like to point out that non-cushioned timber chairs are also uncomfortable for people with lower back issues (me being a victim). I even had to buy seat cushions for our already padded dining chairs, from IKEA of course 😁.
The seat cushion on the Holmsjo is upholstered quite poorly, recommend adding a couple more staples in if you do want to get it.
What do you think of the Poang armchair and ottoman?
Window in drawer? Great light box set up
what is the standing desk that you have in this video? 🤔 I am looking for one and looking for IKEA but also open to others
The solution to the Hemnes bed is using a regular old iron bedframe to support a thing box spring and mattress, and use the Hemnes as a purely decorative enclosure. They are NOT strong enough to hold the mattress for a large American - especially if one is getting frisky with a partner, as a friend found out the hard way!
Lisabo is stunning, isnt it? I just can't get over that table. I also wonder what are your opinions on sofas such as landskrona, bastubo/bennebol. Do you think they will be a good purchase in a long run regarding pricing, storing and durability?
Hubby and I are tall. Some of the seating is too low for us.
Thoughts on IKEA Sektion kitchen cabinets?
IKEA dining chairs are uncomfortable if one is an average height female, not one of those above average Nordic stock 😢
IKEA headboards are boring, expensive and not very functional. I want a free standing bookcase headboard. My bedroom isn't big enough for side tables. I live in Sweden, if IKEA doesn't make it, the other furniture companies don't have it either.
IKEA just needs to hire you to help them with their furnitures. It'll really help us all.
Hi. Just came across ur vlog and was happy to subscribe. Wanted to look for ideas on how to furnish my tiny condo which will be completed in 2025 in the Philippines. It is just a 26 sqm studio. I went to Ikea to get some ideas. Hoping to learn from u🙏🏻 Thank u😊
I feel like you missed the Ikea Lauters-lamp. I've had thei floor lamp version for a while and many people believe it's more expensive. Def looks like a designer lamp.
The Persbol chair is so smart looking! 💙💛
I couldnt help but notice your loose wires in this video, bearing in mind I had just came from watching your wire storage video🙂
Would you recommend the Idanas bed without storage? I love the design and I have an adjustable bed platform. Would it sit comfortably within the Idanas frame?
Massive props for pronouncing those names right! (At least they SOUND right to me 😂)
Honestly, I like iKEA. However, I hate that you have to put together 95% of their items. Moreover, one needs to get a degree at times to understand their instructions. Although, once you succeed in assembling their item you feel like you can accomplish anything!
I’ve been shopping for furniture for 6 months and have not found anything worth buying. What is the best comfortable lounging sofa in a velvet or flannel, 200-250cm long, not a low back, that will last 7+ years in a low usage space.
Hi I had to move suddenly and have nothing. I can’t spend thousands of dollars. I need a bed, nightstands, a small sofa or loveseat or possibly two chairs..a coffee and side tables and a kitchen island.
I’m thinking:
A vintage workbench or custom workbench with a marble top from IKEA.
A lower end bed frame so I can get a better mattress.
The rest I have no idea where to start.
Any ideas greatly appreciated!
Great list, I actually need a new standing lamp for my living room, but didn't want to spend a ton of money, I think that I will pop into IKEA. Looking forward to seeing your new home.