IKEA makes functional and beautiful furniture that makes interior design accessible. The room set-ups in their stores and in catalogues are perfect eye candy for when you want inspiration or ideas for your new home. Their new 2018 catalogue is full of trendy and clever design ideas that you can steal for your space.
Ikea offers beautiful furniture that can elevate the interior design of just about any space.
Even if you’re not up for buying new furniture, their catalogues are a great way to find new style and design ideas.We scoured their 2018 catalogues to find stylish and functional design ideas that will inspire you to upgrade and personalise your space.
When Your Living Room is Also the Playroom

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If you have kids in your household, all your rooms automatically become playrooms. One way to prevent cluttered floors and untidy furniture is by taking the minimalist yet storage-friendly route. This Ikea living room features multifunctional furniture pieces that work as surface or seating with storage.
When You Need to Combine the Kitchen and Dining

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Don’t let yourself choose between having a dining space and kitchen island, this Ikea design proves that you can have both! This all-in-one space is both functional and space-saving.
When You Want to Squeeze in a Dining Space

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Got an unused nook in your home? Turn it into a diner style eating space. We love how intimate and cosy this dining area looks. Bonus points if you have a stunning view!
When You Have a Single Wall Kitchen

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Make the most out of your single wall kitchen while on a budget with this design style. Opt for minimal cabinets and countertops and consider low-cost solutions like open shelves, trolleys, and rails.
When You Lack Floor Space

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When you don’t have enough floor space, it’s time to look up. This loft style bedroom is perfect for bedrooms that want to fully utilise their space.
When You Want an Organised Bathroom

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Have everything you need within your reach with this bathroom cabinetry design. This way you can make sure you have all your necessities just where you want them minus all the clutter.
When You Have Shared Bathrooms

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Shared bathrooms can be tough, especially when everyone needs to use the space at the same time! Consider sectioning your bathroom space to create functional zones so the kids can use the bathroom at the same time.
When You Live in a Rental
When you’re renting you should invest in furniture that’s mobile. Choose light and versatile pieces that aren’t only easy to move but look trendy too.
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Want to turn these layout ideas into reality? Get connected with Malaysian interior designers to receive free quotations.
You can also check out other local interior design portfolios.
IKEA makes functional and beautiful furniture that makes interior design accessible. The room set-ups in their stores and in catalogues are perfect eye candy for when you want inspiration or ideas for your new home. Their new 2018 catalogue is full of trendy and clever design ideas that you can steal for your space.
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