Flatpack Fantastic: The IKEA New-Ins We’re Loving Right Now

It’s that time of year when our minds start wandering to thoughts of spring cleaning and home spruce-ups. And yet we are living amidst a cost of living crisis, a time when the little treats that we may once have indulged in feel further out of reach. If you’re considering some new touches to refresh your home without spending more than is necessary, we have three words: don’t forget IKEA. The flatpack folk are, after all, always on hand with everything from larger buys to the details that matter. These are our picks great and small from amongst its newest pieces.

NISSAFORS

Trolley, Pale Green, £30


Oh how we love a trolley! Whether you fill yours with veg, fermenting brews, jars of grains or drinks, this fresh pale green affair is a pretty and portable way to save space. Buy it.

DRÖMSLOTT

Rug, Dog-Shaped Off-White/Grey, £17.50


Playful but pared-back Scandi-style rugs are not a new sensation in online retail. Few examples come in at under £20, however. A sweet, fun and easy way to pep up a child’s bedroom. Buy it.

HEMNES

Glass-Door Cabinet With 3 Drawers, £350


The red-stain on this simple cabinet elevates it, making it look far more expensive than it really is. Perfect for the kitchen, sitting room or a study. Buy it.

DRÖNA

Box, £3.50


Swirling florals are not a typical hallmark of IKEA designs. However, these cheap and cheerful boxes make a perfect way to prettify and soften a simple unit – or indeed to use as standalone storage. Buy it.

HOLMVI

Throw, Light Pink, £7


Baby soft, ice-cream hued and cosy to curl up with. The gentle, calming colours of this throw are exactly what we crave post-Christmas as we anticipate spring but still need the warmth of a blanket on the sofa by night. Buy it.

FLISAT

Knob Rack With 4 Knobs, £7


Cute and colour-popping, keep kids’ bags and coats in cheery order with the sweet FLISAT. Buy it.

VÅGHÖJD

LED Floor Lamp, Dimmable Black, £129


Oversized and yet elegant, VÅGHÖJD stands up super well against much more expensive floor lamps available in fancy design shops up and down the land. Buy it.

SVINDINGE

Rug, Beige, £20


Get the hygge look for less with SVINDINGE. Faux shearling, it is exactly what we want to sink our feet into first thing in the morning. Buy it.

ÖSTANÖ

Chair, Red-Brown Remmarn/Red-Brown, £25
All the hallmarks of a mid-century design classic. No outsize price tag to match. Buy it.

NATTGIBBA

Laundry Basket, Willow/Handmade, £60


Handwoven, pretty and sturdy: all we want from our laundry basket. Buy it.

LISABO

Desk, Ash Veneer, £150


Slimline and elegant, we love this neat little desk which is both compact and chic. Buy it.

DUKTIG

Play Kitchen, £95


IKEA’s play kitchens are the best, and we especially like this latest example in red. Hours of imaginary play fun ahead. Buy it.

GLASBJÖRK

Scented Pillar Candles, £6 For 3


These smart pillar candles will fill the house with the scent of cedarwood and vanilla and look chic on your table too. Buy it.

HÄGGMISPEL

Wall Decoration, £13


As woodland creatures go, the hare speaks of a special kind of magic. This folksy brass wall decoration nods to nature and fairy tales. Buy it.

LANDSKRONA

Armchair, Djuparp Dark Blue/Wood, £450


The form and function boxes are ticked to satisfying effect in this tactile square armchair. Buy it.


By Nancy Alsop
February 2023