It often happens that life and family situations change and several generations find themselves living under one roof. This is the case in the Eglītis family, where the grandmother, is welcomed to live in the family home of Gunta. Although the house is spacious, the family has not managed to furnish a separate room: there is a room, but it has served mostly as a storage room, and it has not been freed from clutter to create a cosy living space for the grandmother.

Before: a room with no space for life

Gunta admits that there is a lack of space for the grandmother to make herself comfortable. At the moment, there is a bed in the room, but there is no wardrobe and over time a lot of clutter has accumulated. The atmosphere is not harmonious and relaxing. The biggest challenge for designer Olga will be to find the right storage solution, place for clothes and the right furniture for sleeping and relaxing.

After: cosy and stylish

After the transformation, the former "warehouse" is no longer recognizable. Instead, there is a bright and harmonious Scandinavian-style room that delights with its practicality and functionality. Olga has chosen to paint the walls in two colours: this method is used in interior design to make the lower part of the wall "pull together" the whole interior and create a unified look.
 

How to keep order easily

Good order is important for well-being at any age. Before the makeover, Maruta admitted that lack of storage is one of the main causes of discomfort. Olga has solved the storage problem by combining several classic pieces from the HEMNES collection. The white colour compliments the light, warm wood and instantly creates a cosy atmosphere, while the spacious shelves and drawers have space for everything you need. To avoid a massive impression, the combination includes both open and closed compartments, as well as glass doors behind which to display beloved items.
 

A place for well deserved relaxing

When planning a room where most of the day is spent in, relaxing area is a must. A comfortable armchair, complete with a floor lamp and a small table for a book and a cup of tea, is a wonderful way to catch a breath. Seniors be very particular when choosing a chair: it is best for it not to be too low so it is easier to stand up.
 

A multifunctional sleeping area

In a multifunctional room, a classic bed may not be the best choice. In such cases, a bed that doubles as a sofa during the day and can easily be converted into a bed before bedtime is a good solution. Here, wardrobes are symmetrically placed on either side of the bed, while the wall is complemented by lighting, hangers to keep small items handy and artwork that emphasises the prevailing natural colour palette.
 

Subtle storage solutions

There is no such thing as too much storage! This bed has spacious drawers that can be used for bed linen or extra blankets, pillows or other items. When you close the drawers, it's all hidden away, but still close at hand. When designing a wardrobe, it's a good idea to think about convenience: here, the wardrobe has built-in lighting so that there is always a good overview.
"An interior is rarely created from scratch, so the new solution has to take into account the present layout and details. In this room, I used wooden accessories to link the existing elements (wooden windowsill, door frame) with the new design. With the HOVOLM wooden hangers I created a dividing line above the bed, which not only has a decorative function, but also makes it easy to hang things on the bed that you don't want to reach for or climb out of bed for."

Previous makeovers

It‘s already the 8th season of “Home idea with IKEA”. Curious about the makeovers that we‘ve done before? Have a look.
 

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VILJESTARK

vase, 17 cm, clear glass

0,89

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RAFFIG

finials, 1 pair, white

2 €

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ÅGOTNES

foam mattress, 80x200 cm, firm/light blue

50 €

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ALVINE KVIST

duvet cover and pillowcase, 150x200/50x60 cm, white/grey

Old Price 34,99

22,99

ÅRSTID

floor lamp, brass/white

49,99

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LAPPTÅTEL

pillow, low, 50x60 cm

6,99

HÖVOLM

rack with 6 knobs, oak

12,99

GURLI

cushion cover, 50x50 cm, beige

3,99

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KRAGSTA

nest of tables, set of 2, white

99 €

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SMYCKA

artificial flower, 52 cm, Ranunculus/white

2,49

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SKUBB

storage case, 44x55x19 cm, dark grey

Old Price 6,99

4,99

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HANNALILL

curtains, 1 pair, 145x300 cm, beige

29,99

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GILLSTAD

wall decoration, set of 3, sedge handmade

14,99

HORNMAL

throw, 130x170 cm, off-white

14,99

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VÅRARV

place mat, 35x45 cm, dark grey/natural

2,49

BUMERANG

hanger, natural

Old Price 6,99

6,49 / 8 pack

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GJERTRUD

sheer curtains, 1 pair, 145x300 cm, white

24,99

SMYCKA

artificial bouquet, 50 cm, wheat

3,99

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EDSBRUK

frame, 40x50 cm, white

12,99

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IKEA 365+

coaster, 9 cm, cork

1,79 / 2 pack

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ÅRSTID

wall lamp, brass/white

22,99

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HEMNES

glass-door cabinet with 3 drawers, 90x197 cm, white stain/light brown

Old Price 379 €

349 €

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HEMNES

TV bench, 148x47x57 cm, white stain/light brown

Old Price 279 €

219 €

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KVARNVIK

storage box with lid, 18x25x15 cm, beige

8,99

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TOLKNING

basket hanging, set of 2, handmade bamboo

17,99

VILBORG

room darkening curtains, 1 pair, 145x300 cm, dark grey-beige

Old Price 59,99

49,99

DVALA

fitted sheet, 80x200 cm, white

8,99

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SOMMARBO

mirror, 53x76 cm, rattan

44,99

CISSAN

napkin holder, 18x18 cm, water hyacinth

4,99

OMTÄNKSAM

vase, 30 cm, light grey

12,99

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SMÅSPORRE

duvet, warm, 150x200 cm

Old Price 24,99

19,99

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SANDTRAV

cushion, 45x45 cm, beige/white

15,99

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SMYCKA

artificial leaf, 65 cm, eucalyptus/green

3,79

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KOPPLA

3-way socket, 1.5 m, earthed/white

6 € / 2 pack

SÄLLSKAPLIG

mug, 22 cl, clear glass/patterned

2,49

SOLHETTA

LED bulb E14 250 lumen, globe opal white

Old Price 3,49

2,99 / 2 pack

Energy efficiency class D
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TOLKNING

laundry basket with wheels, 31 l, handmade Willow

Old Price 69,99

64,99

STOPP FILT

rug underlay with anti-slip, 165x235 cm

7,99

FRIDFULL

plant pot, 12 cm, water hyacinth

2,99

ÅRSTID

ceiling lamp, 46 cm, white

34,99




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