Swedish furnishings big IKEA has collaborated with a designer primarily based in Rotterdam Sabine Marcelis to create a model new assortment named “VARMBLIXT”. Collectively, the sequence explores the results of sunshine on area via using supplies and transparencies and combines small equipment, lighting and huge furnishings.
The VARMBLIXT assortment, unveiled right this moment in Paris, marks the primary complete collaboration between Marcelis and IKEA. Stylistically, it’s unmistakably her work and options signature patterns and shapes, such because the donut, which she has reimagined in a glass bowl accessible in amber and mint inexperienced.
For IKEA, the gathering is supposed to indicate the significance of sunshine within the residence and the way one thing so simple as a small lamp can have a transformative impact on a room. Conceptually, the impact of sunshine additionally supplied a place to begin – particularly its impression on our well-being and the physique’s circadian rhythm.
“This assortment is all about creating merchandise that channel a way of heat and positivity into the house,” says Marcelis. “I really like that mild can activate issues and produce a dynamic high quality to static objects. You should not carry something into your property that does not make you content or evoke some type of emotional response.”
Titia Hane
Titia Hane
Titia Hane
Of the 20 restricted version items, 5 sculptural lights will likely be adopted into the everlasting assortment. Amongst them is a round wall lamp, which seems as a easy sculpture when switched off, however emits a heat mild from its again when switched on. and an LED pendant mild that options curved tube-shaped sections product of frosted glass.
Marcelis’ well-earned fame as a grasp of colour and materials is clear all through, as is her eager eye for sculptural minimalism. Translating this into a set for IKEA allows high-end merchandise to really feel distinctly premium. For instance, the glassware set – consisting of a carafe, champagne decanter, glass, tray with metallic panels and drink stirrers – is undeniably elegant, whereas the gradient sample on the wool rug is opulent.
“Our imaginative and prescient was to proceed constructing on the concept of mixing design with sculptural objects within the creation of VARMBLIXT. It is a collaboration that connects to the useful aesthetics of our area, whereas inspiring individuals so as to add purposeful and versatile objects to the house,” says Henrik Most, Artistic Chief at IKEA.
The VARMBLIXT assortment will likely be accessible in all IKEA shops in February 2023. Check out the items above and for extra design – see this new Scandinavian gallery to open in London.
