Selfie of the writer in front of Ikea
As an interior designer, I think Ikea has some great finds and a few things to skip.
  • I'm an interior designer, and there are some things I'd buy and a few items I'd skip at Ikea.
  • I love Ikea's aesthetically-pleasing frames, dressers, chandeliers, and outdoor decking.
  • I wasn't all that impressed by the store's selection of mirrors, metal tables, or bedding.

As an interior designer, I'd pick up and skip many things from Ikea.

Here's what I'd buy and pass on at the chain.