New Limited Edition IKEA Collection: What's Interesting?
On May 16th, the new OVRALLT collection will be launched in IKEA stores, combining Scandinavian and African aesthetics. In collaboration with ten artists and designers from five African countries, IKEA explored modern African traditions. Here are some of the most interesting items that impressed us.
Chair from Unfinished Plywood
It was created by Issa Diabate, a designer and architect from Côte d'Ivoire. The chair can be assembled or disassembled without nails or glue. Moreover, plywood is an affordable and eco-friendly material that everyone can afford.
Wool-free Rugs
Inspired by traditional African motifs, designer Ladhuma Ngxokolo from South Africa created easy-to-maintain rugs with a large geometric pattern.
Shopping Bags
The founders of the Reform Studio, Hend Riad and Mariam Hazem, used shiny strips of fibrous material to make these bags. The material was made from... production waste – chip packaging.
Tableware
To make dining not only stylish but also cozy at home, designers Bétan Rainer and Naïm Bividian created tableware with a unique design.
Woven Baskets
Selly Rabie Kane, a fashion designer and artist from Senegal, focused on the style of African women. She created a basket resembling the pattern of woven braids.
