August is kind of like Christmas for Ikea fans as this is the month when the Swedish mega-retailer releases its catalog for the upcoming year.
The excitement!
This year’s theme is “Goodbye expectations. Hello you!”and Ikea designers hopes this year’s offerings will make life easier, more comfortable and less fussy. Which all sounds pretty good to us.
The shiny new catalogue landed on our desk the other day, and having spent the best part of the last two days flicking through it, we are ready to let you in on our favourite new products.
Are you ready?
1. Gladom Tray Table
Small, simple and multi-functional, this modern-looking tray table can be placed anywhere in the home—as in, the whole table or just the tray top. Genius, or what?
As well as this lovely sage green, this table also comes in a dusty yellow colour. Oh, and the best bit? It costs €25!
2. Knotten Standing Desk
Sitting down for long stretches at a time is pretty much the worst thing you could be doing for your health, but the Knotten standing desk will take care of this for you. A take on a traditional writing desk, the Knotten has several storage spaces in different sizes, meaning you can keep your calendars, mail, keys, and even your laptop in one spot.
How much? All yours for €149.
3. Soderhamn Sofa Series
We love low, lounge-style sofas, but the problem is that these often tend to cost a pretty penny.
However, the new Soderhamn sofa series from Ikea starts at only €240 for a one-seat section, and you can pretty much pick and choose your sections to fit your space at home.
4. Turbo Clothes Rack
If you don’t need a huge closet solution but are looking for extra room to hang items, the Turbo clothes rack is your go-to. It’s also lightweight and really easy to assemble — something we are loving the sound of. Price? €40.
5. Ranarp Clamp Light
If you, like us, is a fan of reading actual books in bed (technology has no place being in the bedroom, guys…), the Ranarp clamp lamp (€20) is the perfect purchase. It can be easily adjusted to aim the light where you need it most, and we love the sleep and fuss-free design too.
6. Falsterbo Wall Shelf
We are still harboring a love for industrial chic when it comes to kitchens, and the functional and sleek Falsterbo wall shelf (€90) is pretty much picture perfect in our eyes.
The shelves have a ledge to prevent objects from easily sliding off, and as a bonus, you can hang two shelves side-by-side for extra over-the-kitchen-sink storage.
7. Senior Cast Iron Cookware
Love the cast iron look but not the price tag that so often comes with it? Fear not, the new Senior range from Ikea is an affordable option, with pots made of heat-retaining cast iron and coated with enamel. Prices start at €35.
8. Svertan Tray Table
The gorgeous products in the Svertan series are inspired by India and its rich heritage. We have fallen head over heels for this tray table, and can’t wait until it hits stores this September. Price to be confirmed.
9. Alex Desk
Whether you work from home or just need a place for the kids to do their homework, we think the simple and streamlined design make the Alex desk (€130) a great piece for any home office.
10. Ryggestad Dining Table
The Ryggestad dining table (€190) seats six, making it the perfect addition to a smaller kitchen space. You could also, like in the picture, add a bench on one side and add even more seating.
