In the past three years, we've all known what it's like to be forced to stay at home. In a desperate attempt to feel some semblance of normalcy in the midst of a pandemic, most of us turned to beautifying our personal spaces as a means to cope. But if anything, the lockdown has proven one thing: Our homes, and the people we share it with, will always be the best refuge.
That being said, sprucing up your home is never a bad idea. Since IKEA came to the Philippines in November 2021, the Swedish furniture company has been helping Filipinos turn their houses into stylish abodes at a reasonable price point. And if you're looking to take your interior designing skills up a notch, they have just the thing for you: IKEA has collaborated with Finnish design house Marimekko for a special collection inspired by Nordic nature, wellness, and self-care rituals.
Everything You Need to Know About the IKEA x Marimekko Collaboration
A collaboration between IKEA and Marimekko, the BASTUA Collection is a limited collection that drew inspiration from the Nordic sauna. While it features vibrant prints and a playful take on furniture, glassware, and textiles, the pieces have a simplicity to it that evokes a feeling of calm and yet invites you to live boldly and joyfully at the same time.
"I believe that's what the two brands have in common—we're very democratic in our approach. We really speak to a wide spectrum of people that are not defined by age or gender or where they live," Rebekka Bay, Creative Director of Marimekko, tells Preview. "We're really concerned with this idea of creating beautiful design for [everyday life]. I feel that's the role IKEA [fulfills] in most people's lives. And in Marimekko, our mission is really to bring joy to people's everyday lives through the art of print making."
Echoing the same sentiment, Henrik Most, IKEA's Creative Leader, also shares: "Of course, Marimekko being the masters of print-making, it's a fantastic opportunity [for IKEA] to work with Marimekko. I think we balance each other in the way that our works are built on the Scandinavian design tradition about functionality, versatile products, and things that are connected to nature."
Calling it a "super collaborative process," the two brands joining hands resulted in a truly unique collection that boasts of original prints by designers Maija Louekari and Sami Ruotsalainen, featuring the Raparperi (rhubarb), Höyrykukka (steam flower), and Pötkö (bar stripe), as well as Puuleikkaus (woodcarving). Fun fact: The rhubarb print was actually a last-minute addition to the collection in pursuit of that special ingredient that would bring in the wow factor to the collaboration. "We were looking for something that would stop and make you smile," shares Henrik—and the rhubarb leaves, which normally grow next to sauna huts in Finland, ended up becoming the hero print of the entire collection.
SHOP: IKEA x Marimekko's BASTUA Collection
Ready to shop? The BASTUA Collection officially drops in the Philippines on March 9, 2023. Below, we list down everything from the much-awaited collab and how much they cost. You're welcome!
BASTUA Bench 74 in Solid Birch, P3990, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Bench Towel 45x160, P400, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Bench Towel 45x60, P200, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Bowl 13 Clear Glass, P350, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Bath Sheet 90x180 in Blue/Green or Blue/Orange, P990, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Carrier Bag 55x37x35, P190, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Carrier Bag 22x22x15, P90, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Carrier Bag Large, P190, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Csh 45x20 in Blue/Orange, P300, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Floor Csh 60x60, P2990, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Glass 30 Clear, P250, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Jug in Clear Glass, P1090, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Kimono in Leaf Pattern, P1490, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Kimono in Stripe Pattern, P1490, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA LED Lantern, P1190, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Mirror 42x59 Solid Birch, P3490, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Rack with 5 Knobs Solid Birch, P990, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Sauna Bucket with Ladle, P1590, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Scented Candle in Glass, P490, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Shower Curtain, P590, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Side Table, P2890, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Leaf-Shaped Tray, P590, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Blue/Green Tray, P590, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Leaf Pattern Tray, P590, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Stainless Water Bottle, P690, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
BASTUA Stainless Water Bottle, P690, IKEA, ikea.com/ph
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