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Three Unexpected Places Where IKEA Cabinets Make All the Difference

Our name might be Inspired Kitchen Design but that doesn’t mean we stay in the kitchen! In fact, one in five of our customers ask us to design other rooms in their homes with IKEA cabinets. Here are three new ways to think about IKEA’s flexible cabinet systems and how you can think outside the (cabinet) box. Read on for some of our favorite ideas… 1. For the Garden or Mudroom Photo credit: IKEA One of the best IKEA hacks we’ve read about so far this year has got to be from Domino. Their editors suggest creating a mini greenhouse for outdoor shelving by repurposing a clothing storage bag to protect [...]

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Designer’s Picks: 5 Projects from IKD and Semihandmade (Part 1)

IKD designers review favorite kitchens featuring Semihandmade When it comes to eye-catching IKEA kitchen designs, everyone has their favorites. IKD designers are no different. In fact, for our design team, there are certain kitchen designs that stand out as great examples of designing with IKEA cabinets. What makes these designs even more unique, however, is that they each combine IKEA’s SEKTION cabinetry framework with door fronts from Semihandmade, giving each design a unique, custom feel. Maybe it’s a kitchen that requires a seamless built-in look; a petite yet functional kitchen with interesting textures; an IKEA kitchen with a balance of dark and light cabinets; or a timeless kitchen in a class [...]

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Building Media Centers Using IKEA Cabinets

Exploring Media Centers Designed for Style and Function Today, the media center is probably the center of attention in your home. From a designer’s perspective, it makes a lot of sense. After all — especially in these times of COVID-19 — people are spending more time together at home. Plus, you can incorporate an IKEA media center in spaces where you normally go to unwind or recharge (like the master bedroom). Functionally, a media center with IKEA cabinets provides TV storage for a dynamic home theater and built-in IKEA storage options to keep things organized, for instance. In this article, we’ll share how to achieve this. You’ll meet IKD customers Jay [...]

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Three IKEA Laundry Rooms Designed for Under $3000

How to create an IKEA laundry room without breaking the bank Today more than ever we’re asked to design other rooms beyond the kitchen using IKEA cabinets. And IKEA customers are very specific that they want spaces that are unique; fit their family’s needs and most importantly, fit their budget. Well, our design team is here to tell you that an IKEA laundry room meets all that criteria! The laundry room is also a unique space used for multiple purposes, which can accommodate many types of products and configurations. Using IKEA SEKTION cabinetry framework with IKEA cabinets fits the bill for that nicely as well. Therefore, we’ve decided to share three [...]

IKEA Remodel Gives Homeowner a New Lease on Life

See how an open floorplan IKEA remodel provided multiple aging-in-place options Finding your independence — or in this case, retaining your independence — should be the goal of every IKEA customer. These are the sentiments of IKD customer Ann from the Olympic Peninsula, WA, who recently worked with IKD to design an open floorplan IKEA kitchen that is welcoming, clean and bright, and — most importantly — provides aging-in-place options for her and for visitors. “Aging-in-place guidelines identify the challenges of aging-related mobility and hearing problems. So, this kitchen is about accommodating independence!”she says.“Extra emphasis was also added to support a social lifestyle with our peers who are also aging.” To [...]

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Why IKEA’s Frameless Cabinetry is The Right Fit for You

Expert advice on understanding the differences in cabinetry options A major part of having a successful IKEA kitchen design is understanding the products you’re purchasing. Nowhere is this more important than selecting the right cabinetry. Our design team understands how this task could be challenging — and even a bit overwhelming — for new remodelers or DIYers. There’s a lot to consider. That’s why they’ve comprised some very useful information for people researching the difference between framed cabinets and frameless cabinets — and how IKEA kitchen cabinets work. Why is this so important? Well, maybe you’re interested in IKEA storage options for your kitchen (or master bath!) project; or want to [...]

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How To Organize Your Bathroom With IKEA Cabinets

Expert advice for making your IKEA bathroom work You’ve decided to remodel your bathroom because you need the space to be as organized as possible. We hear you. Luckily, IKEA offers various bathroom cabinets and bath-room storage options that — in the hands of the right designer — will ensure that goal is achieved. We are those designers, and we’d like to talk for a minute about some of those options for your IKEA bathroom design. Surely, customers interested in using IKEA cabinets in their bathrooms will benefit from this information. For instance, proper bathroom organization starts with knowing the criteria for choosing the right IKEA bathroom system; whether it’s IKEA’s [...]

A Versatile IKEA Laundry Room with Clean, White Lines

This IKEA laundry room displays creative solutions when space is limited! For IKD customer Ali from Montclair, NJ, her recent IKEA laundry room project required a very clean job. She explains: “We wanted a space that was clean and simple, that provided functional storage and large counter-tops. Stylistically, we wanted an area that was clean and bright with maximum storage and included a bar sink (used for handwashing) and an area to hang wet clothes.” Notably, the laundry room project was actually part of a larger remodel project that included her bathroom and mudroom. But it was the laundry room that was especially important to the family’s lifestyle. To better conceive [...]

Designer Tips For Your IKEA PAX Closet Design

Designing your IKEA closet the right way You might think IKEA PAX closets are straight forward. Well, yes and no. There are special design considerations that we’d like to share with you for a fully functional and beautiful IKEA PAX closet. Our design team knows that people looking for IKEA closet design tips will definitely benefit from this information. For instance, we will discuss the importance of the ceiling height of your closet; the importance of good lighting; custom trim options and why IKEA organizers and accessories are so necessary, among others. Why’s this so important? Following any of these tips will not only provide a good start for a dynamic [...]

Customer Takes IKEA PAX to the Max With New Master Closet

This project shows the results of using the proper IKEA products and having the right design guidance For this master bedroom project, the term “cleaning up the closet” took on new meaning. So says IKD customer Mary Beth from Albuquerque, NM, who wanted a master bedroom IKEA walk-in closet that was practical, looked nice and helped her maximize space. “I had a budget of $2,000 and wanted the closet to tie into the clean, modern design of the bedroom and the rest of the home. I really selected IKEA cabinetry because of the affordable cost and the stylish looks,” she says. (Note: With IKD’s guidance, she was able to stay [...]

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