The Man Who Shapes Ikea’s Future

Johan Ejdemo, Ikea’s design manager for nearly three decades, reveals how he shapes the homes of millions — overseeing 1,500 to 2,000 new products yearly. He launched the PS 2026 collection, featuring 44 “playful functionality” items like shape-shifting lamps and cat-tested inflatable chairs, priced from $5 to $500. A devoted fan of Ikea’s own designs, he treasures imperfect Silversida plates, Koncis roasting pans, and even his beloved 1999 PS cabinet — still in production. His home reflects his love for customization: hand-painted doors, Bekväm step stools covered in paint, and Kallax units repurposed for vinyl and more. He even uses PS Jonsberg vases as cable organizers — proving that great design lives beyond the catalog. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f3c7ae22baa37e5d