A living room in motion - classic IKEA, contemporary mood

A storage system deserving all the spotlight it can get 

OK, let's list all you want out of a shelving unit. Volume to hold lots of things - check. Compartments to hide unsightly stuff, and surfaces for what you want on display - check. A piece of furniture that blends with or adds to the style of the room - check on that as well. Still, there's more to LÅDMAKARE. Like the freedom to arrange (and rearrange) placement of the sleek sliding door cabinets however you choose. Finish off with YTBERG cabinet lighting, and you have the perfect light-wood companion for this living room. Maybe yours, too? 

A sofa space for feet up, pulse down, smiles all around 

Life with small children may not offer many longer pauses, so be ready for them when they arrive. Here, a SALTSJÖBADEN sofa-and- armchair arrangement lets you plop into pocket-spring comfort at a moment's notice. Nicely tying together a swath of light shades and wood accents, it's relaxation on legs while you keep an eye on the rest of the room. Also, if that accident does happen - or you just want a refreshing colour injection - the covers are washable and easy to change. 

Gathering tables to gather around 

Look at the base of BORGEBY coffee and side tables. That rimmed shelf may seem like a random detail, yet is anything but. Toys, knitting basket, books and more all fit snugly, creating visual calm while individual things stay visible. Notice also the rounded shapes (with no sharp corners to bump into) and a discreet top edge - creating character and preventing small items from going over the cliff. With seats and tables in place, this spot is officially set for play, fika, and board-game sessions alike - or simply for everyone to lean back in a right-sized armchair and take a break in tandem togetherness. 

Who says you can't have a kitchen in the living room? 

Just when you thought this living room couldn't be more complete - you discover the adorable à la carte restaurant in the corner! Thanks to STENMUS play kitchen, you don't need a lot of room to create a kids space with all the trimmings. As everything is closely connected, the setup lets them simultaneously play by themselves. When they're not busy serving their parents a meal, that is. 

See your future hobby projects unfold 

It's deceptively modest standing by a wall, but once this space-efficient transformer spreads its wings, it's another story. The RESARÖ drop- leaf table is a perfect match for on-and-off activities. Here, it serves as a multifunctional, inspiring and accessible art-and-crafts spot. Roll it out, unfold, unstack the KYRRE stools and get to it. Also, it's a great arrangement for being close when the children are over in their corner.