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IKD reaches milestone of 3000 IKEA designs

Our design team reflects on some of the highlights of our many IKEA designs As design experts, we here at IKD know what it takes to create a great IKEA kitchen: Dedication, passion and teamwork. And since IKD began offering IKEA kitchen designs online in 2008, our team has incorporated these qualities into every one of our projects, from kitchens, baths and closets to home offices, wardrobe and wine storage. “I like designing in a space where we can incorporate many solutions and design components that will make a kitchen not only beautiful but highly functional and organized,” IKD designer Paulina says. Put another way, we expertly use IKEA SEKTION cabinetry [...]

A European style IKEA kitchen with a mountain view

An IKEA kitchen featuring European styling and plenty of storage One of Jason and Shannon’s top wishes for their new home build was a kitchen that made the most of their view of Okanagan Lake and the surrounding mountains. We spend so much time in the kitchen preparing food, eating meals, and cleaning up. I thought, we should be able to look at something nice while doing it. – IKD customer Jason The couple also wanted a European style IKEA kitchen laid out in an open way. After struggling to make the IKEA Kitchen Planner work, they found IKD and it handed it over to us. [...]

An IKEA horror story: one man vs. 5 new kitchens

A customer's experience installling five rental unit kitchens using IKEA cabinetry Here at IKD, to put it delicately, we’re no strangers to the challenges of IKEA assembly and installation. From the Home Planner, to critical missing pieces, to whimsical instructions, there's no shortage of jokes about IKEA-related frustrations. Even trips to their stores can be a fraught experience for couples! If you don’t personally have an IKEA horror story, I’m willing to bet that someone you know does. Readers, I want you to do me a favor. Think of your own IKEA horror story, whether it was a backwards chair or a leaning tower of books. Did it end in triumph, [...]

Installing an IKEA kitchen in Chicago? Assembly Squad is ready to help!

An in-depth look at one of the best independent kitchen installers in the Chicago area Assembly Squad is an independent IKEA kitchen installer based in Chicago, IL and they’re taking on bigger rivals, one kitchen installation at a time. Assembly Squad is an IKD Install Connect approved installer – and it’s worth noting they also install counters and backsplashes. Take a look at their website to see the many services they offer. After we saw Assembly Squad’s work on Sharon’s modern farmhouse kitchen, master bathroom, and laundry room, we knew we had to have them on our blog. We interviewed Viktor & Tim, founders of Assembly Squad, [...]

A modern farmhouse kitchen for a self-described "IKEA freak"

Personalizing your kitchen is very possible using IKEA cabinetry IKD designed a modern farmhouse kitchen for Sharon and Steve’s brand-new home. We always have fun designing IKEA kitchens in new home builds. Without further ado: Sharon describes herself as an “IKEA freak” and if you look closely in the photos you can see other IKEA touches, such as the pillows on the sofa and the INGOLF bar stools. Because they were starting with a blank slate, Sharon and Steve gave IKD full rein over the design. They loved the first kitchen design draft we came up with and made no changes – a first in IKD history! [...]

What IKEA Home Planner can’t do for your Kitchen Design

IKEA Home Planner vs. Hiring a Kitchen Design Professional IKEA stores are fun to visit and plan — especially when you venture into the kitchen showroom. With their mix of IKEA cabinets and accessories, the kitchens within the showroom look almost perfect. You can see all available door styles, cabinet boxes, sinks, appliances, and utensils. In the showroom, a team of kitchen specialists is available to help you every step of the way and give you access to the IKEA Home Planner. It looks like an ideal kitchen design experience that covers all your needs. However, our experience tells us this system could be better. This article highlights the pitfalls of [...]

IKEA Kitchen Designs from Around the World

How Different Countries Utilize IKEA Kitchen Designs When it comes to kitchen design, the country you live in often influences the top priorities of your kitchen. For example, an Italian kitchen has concealed appliances. American kitchens often include large refrigerators, but they’re smaller and hidden behind doors in Europe. It’s why IKEA’s METOD line in Europe and Australia has such different cabinets from SEKTION. No matter where you live, IKEA has what you need for a good kitchen and IKD can help make your design happen. In this article, we look at some stunning IKEA kitchens worldwide and highlight the most important design aspects for each country. IKEA Kitchen [...]

How to Increase Your Kitchen’s Counter Space

Five Tips for easily increasing Counter Space so your IKEA Kitchen works for you One of the most frequent design requests we hear is, “I want to improve or increase counter space in my new IKEA kitchen.” With an intelligent IKEA kitchen design, it is possible to make your space work. For a busy cook, lack of a proper work space can be a nightmare. Where will you chop those vegetables? Where will you leave those sizzling pots of chili while you wash the dishes? If you’re considering changing your kitchen layout, we have some tips to increase your counter space. This article looks at each one. [...]

How a Professional Designer can save your Relationship During an IKEA Kitchen Renovation

According to the website Science of People, free time, money, and housework are the top three reasons couples argue – and home renovations involve all three! In this article: What is renovation fatigue? How IKD can help relieve some of the stress before it starts. Professional designs benefit DIYers and homeowners who use contractors. A few years ago, Inspired Kitchen Design owner Mike Toth interviewed an independent contractor, Mark, to get the inside scoop on what homeowners can expect during an IKEA kitchen renovation. In addition to common details, like minor design changes, Mark mentioned that couples can expect to argue. In fact, he’s seen couples argue for two hours about [...]

What does an IKEA kitchen cost?

IKD presents the first in a series of articles on IKEA design installation costs. In this article: Product and installation cost for two IKEA kitchens designed by IKD Other kitchen renovation costs to consider Benefits of using IKEA cabinets Benefits of using a professional third-party designer IKEA Kitchen Pricing: Cost Analysis for Rooms Under 200 sq. ft. Some articles will tell you the product cost for an IKEA kitchen, and some will discuss installation costs. Finding a source that's open and honest about both is more difficult. In this article, Inspired Kitchen Design reveals the design, product, and installation cost for two IKEA kitchen designs. These modern kitchens maximize storage, appeal [...]

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