Ideas and inspiration
"Home idea with IKEA". A bedroom in a city centre
"Home idea with IKEA" visits a spacious apartment in the centre of Riga. The homeowners want to create a cosy bedroom where both they and their four-legged friends can feel comfortable and relax. From the outset, it is clear that wardrobe planning is the key priority, but there is also hope to include a snug reading nook and even space for a dressing table with a mirror.
Home idea with IKEA: a spacious kitchen for a family
In this episode of Home idea with IKEA, the show visits a family that is ready to embark on a kitchen transformation adventure. Santa and Ansis once moved into an apartment where the kitchen was already installed, but over time it has become clear that it does not fully meet their needs. By applying to take part in the show, both have committed to creating a kitchen that truly suits them and their lifestyle — and, most importantly, the vision of the family’s head chef, Ansis.
Home idea with IKEA: a studio apartment
When Monta bought her first property – a small flat in Riga – she immediately felt it was her own space. However, for it to fully match Monta’s idea of a cosy nest, it still lacked a well-thought-out, cohesive interior. Living for a long time in a temporary setup sparked a desire for change. To transform the living room combined with the kitchen area from a simple, purely practical space into a true gem, Monta is ready to get involved herself and also listen to the advice of IKEA’s skilled interior designers.
Home idea with IKEA: a living room for friends
The apartment shared by three friends – young professionals fresh out of university – feels far from cozy or homey, particularly in the living room. As the hosts admit, the space is furnished with a mismatched collection of pieces they had on hand, which don’t quite work together. To make matters worse, the room is relatively dark, lacking the warmth of morning or evening sunlight. So, how can this space be transformed into something livable and inviting? Enter IKEA interior designer Janet, ready to work her magic.
Home idea with IKEA: a room for hobbies and relaxation
Which rooms are the hardest to furnish? Naturally, those with multiple functions! This space must serve as a hub for various activities—a place for crafting as well as a cozy retreat for family relaxation. So, how do you balance hobbies and downtime in one room? IKEA’s interior designer shares valuable tips on how to effectively organize multi-functional spaces, creating a harmonious environment that supports both activity and relaxation.
Home idea with IKEA: a room for siblings
Many families face the challenge of accommodating multiple children in a single room, requiring creative solutions to ensure comfort for everyone. This task becomes even trickier for parents arranging a shared space for a girl and a boy of different ages. How can you design a room that works for both a school-age boy and a kindergartener? An interior designer offers advice on zoning the space effectively and finding enough storage for the abundance of belongings that children tend to accumulate.
Home idea with IKEA: an office for a united team
The Children's Hospital Foundation team works a lot with people on a daily basis and there are many projects where several people need to be consulted. The current office with very limited work space has therefore become unwieldy and the team would like more space for productive work, meetings with families and also a small kitchenette where they can have lunch and coffee.
Home idea with IKEA: a kitchen for everyday and for guests
A home in Liepāja has been longing for a kitchen makeover. When the owners first moved in, they furnished the space with hand-me-down pieces from friends. Now, however, they dream of creating something uniquely their own – fresh, functional, and designed to reflect their style. The current kitchen is a blank canvas, waiting for the creative vision of an interior designer to transform it into the heart of a home – a space where the family can share moments together and warmly welcome friends.
Home idea with IKEA: a room for three children
Many homes have just one children's room, and it can be a real challenge to make it comfortable for multiple children. In this home, the mother is ready to give her sons the largest room, yet even the interior designer must carefully consider how to create a layout that meets the needs of boys at different stages. How can everyone have a bit of personal space and the chance for solitude, even within a limited area?
Home idea with IKEA: an office for book-lovers
The office of Ausma, Executive Director of the Latvian Publishers Association, is ready for a much-needed transformation. Ausma notes that the space feels outdated and lacks essential elements for a productive work environment, including adequate lighting, practical workstations, and a proper display area for showcasing beautiful books. IKEA interior designer Ilga is determined to breathe new life into the office, creating a modern, comfortable, and brighter space.