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The 5 Biggest Design Trends Right Now

... And How to Get the Looks at IKEA Here at IKD, we are always amazed at the original ideas that come to us from our customers, and we are always scouring our design sources for inspiration. We’ve rounded up some the top trends of the moment for you to peruse and hopefully be inspired to embark on your own home renovation project with IKEA and IKD. 1. Paint it Black Photo credit: Catherine Williamson, Beginning in the Middle, featuring Semihandmade DIY Shaker fronts According to the ultimate authority on interiors, Arch Digest, black kitchens are popping up all over the chicest Instagram feeds. The polar opposite of the traditional white [...]

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Understanding the IKEA Kitchen Cabinet Shortage (and what to do about it)

Information on how to plan your project during IKEA’s cabinet shortage If you’ve visited your local IKEA lately, you’ve probably noticed something missing — a lot of kitchen cabinets! Our designers certainly have. That’s because since COVID-19 began in March, 2020, IKEA’s supply chain has been greatly impacted. This means there are obstacles in stocking IKEA cabinets in the U.S. and abroad; delivery delays for purchased items, and an overall headache for everyone involved. So if you’ve just started researching your IKEA kitchen project, you’re awaiting a kitchen cabinet delivery or you’ve got half of your cabinet order sitting in your garage waiting to be put together, you might be pretty [...]

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 [...]

Any assembly installs IKEA kitchens in maryland, virginia, and washington, DC

A profile of a top kitchen installer from Baltimore, MD IKEA kitchen buyers, are you trying to take advantage of the IKEA kitchen sale running until November 19, 2017? If you’ve already hired IKD to design your kitchen, you’re on the ball. But don’t forget that once you take all those boxes home, someone will need to set it up for you. That “someone” could be: You, your buddies, and several extra-large pizzas, OR One of our independent IKEA kitchen installers If you live in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington DC, we have the IKEA kitchen installer for you: Any Assembly based in Baltimore County, Maryland. [...]

When the most interesting man in the world buys a kitchen, he buys IKEA

This IKEA kitchen offers design possibilities for the serious cook Unless you’ve been living under a rock like one of the Geico cavemen, you know The Most Interesting Man in the World. He doesn’t always drink beer, but when he does, he drinks Dos Equis. IKD customer Chip is definitely a candidate for The Most Interesting Man in the World. He’s an artist, retired graphic and industrial designer, and a gourmand who loves to cook. You’d think someone with artistic gifts like Chip’s would opt for a high-end kitchen line for his new home. But you’d be wrong. Imagine Chip saying, “I don’t always buy kitchens, but [...]

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Three IKEA Mudroom Designs Doing Double-Duty

Think the mudroom is just for shoes and coats? These IKEA mudroom combinations prove that’s not the case. Since housing prices skyrocketed during the pandemic, we’ve noticed a trend of homeowners choosing renovation over moving house. Those with starter homes may build an addition instead of purchasing something larger, while many homeowners simply seek more creative ways to use their space. IKEA is always creating products designed to maximize space, and IKD, in turn, uses those products to design space-optimized, magazine-worthy rooms. Our customers are often shocked by how much valuable space is hiding in their homes – and this is never truer than when we design mudrooms. Three Multifunctional IKEA [...]

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Creative IKEA Mudroom Ideas for Small and Unique Spaces

Maximizing Small Spaces for IKEA Mudroom Designs In this article: Combining spaces to create an IKEA mudroom Fitting IKEA mudrooms in small spaces Prioritizing a custom mudroom over other options Why hiring a professional IKEA mudroom designer matters Mudrooms come in all shapes and sizes, and while it would be nice to have a room or hallway dedicated to storing items and containing mess, that isn’t always realistic. By nature, designers are problem solvers – and lack of space is a problem IKD solves daily. As you’ll see, even if you only have a space measuring 5’ wide, we can create a custom mudroom design to make the most of it. [...]

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What Does an IKEA Mudroom Really Cost?

In this article: Don’t settle for a hall tree when you could have a custom mudroom. IKEA planners stick to the basics while IKD designers innovate. We break down the cost of two mudrooms from design to installation. IKEA Mudrooms vs. Traditional Hall Trees A hall tree can cost between $850 and $1,500 on websites like Wayfair. These are wood, or faux wood, pieces that include a bench, cubbies, and coat hooks. If you’re looking on a site like Etsy for a hall tree built to your exact specifications, expect to see price tags around $7,000. These numbers have our home designers wondering: Why are homeowners spending so much on standalone [...]

How IKD’s Kitchen Design Team Earns Exceptional Houzz Reviews

Learn why we have a 4.8-star rating and 25,000 saves in this popular online home improvement community. In this article: What is Houzz? IKD’s Houzz reputation How we’ve earned exceptional customer feedback What is Houzz, and Why is it Important? Houzz is an online community that mixes the features of Pinterest with those of Angi (formerly Angie’s List). The website helps homeowners find reliable home service providers, like builders, interior designers, landscapers, architects, and even cleaners. Homeowners get to see honest reviews from real people who have used these services, as well as project photos to help them form their own opinions and make informed decisions. Homeowners can also save these [...]

How a Professional Design Package can help you get a Kitchen Remodel Loan

In this article: A professional kitchen design is critical to getting accurate contractor quotes. You need accurate quotes to set a budget for your kitchen remodel. You need a budget to request a kitchen remodel loan. Financing Your Kitchen Remodel: Get a Professional Design First Most people can’t afford to cover the cost of a total kitchen remodel without relying on some type of loan or credit – even an affordable IKEA kitchen remodel. However, before you go to the bank, you must know how much the project will cost. You don’t want to borrow more than necessary and take on a higher monthly payment, and you don’t want to scramble [...]

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