June 2014 IKEA Family news © Inter IKEA Systems B.V. 2014 ® Be first with the latest 02 Promotions 14 Gift Ideas 03 DIY Décor 06 Good night sleep 16 Gingerbread Mum EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 2 18 Kid's Party Tips 10 Swedishness 13 Småles Bake Sale 19 IKEA Business 24 Feng Shui 10/6/2557 14:16 So what’s new? Dear readers, It's a celebration because the month of June is all about connecting back to our Swedish roots. Learn about how the beloved Midsummer is celebrated in Sweden, plus a refreshing drink recipe you can try out on your own. Don't forget to get tickets for the Midsummer buffet in our Restaurant (page 11). 50% off on delivery service Enjoy 50% discount on Home delivery service in specific zones during 1-23 June 2014. More details at IKEA store. Then get a peek into history of how IKEA was started by an enterprising boy selling matchsticks almost 80 years ago. For fellow entrepreneurs, we offer up some Feng Shui tips; and furnishing ideas on setting up your business, whether it's an office space, an F&B outlet, or a retail front (page 24). For mums and dads with little ones to entertain this school holidays, we have Kid’s party tips (page18). There is much 'lovin to do this Summer! We hope to see you at the IKEA store soon. Manage your account Login with your 16-digit membership number to: • Update your mailing address and contact preferences • Check your points balance and redeem for vouchers www.IKEA.co.th/FAMILY Give us the thumbs up Lacia Sherlock Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ IKEAThailand, and be kept in the loop for great deals & inspiring tips, even while you're on the move. Or you can also download the IKEA mobile app today. Store manager IKEA Bangna 02 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 3 10/6/2557 14:16 Accessories are the decorative items in a home that express the styles, interests and personalities of the people who live there. Although they play a supporting role to the functions in a room, changing the dominant accessories changes the entire impression of the room – an easy way to change or freshen up a space. Whether you’ve just gotten a new piece of furniture, just became a parent, or simply yearning for a change. Basic ideas Visual balance – Well-placed accessories help to improve the visual balance in a room. For example, a large or tall window on one wall can be balanced with a big picture on another wall. DIY décor Facelift your home Start with an empty palette The furniture is always the base when decorating or redecorating a room. By clearing a room of all accessories, it is then possible to add new accessories for a new impression. Breathing space – Leaving some space around wall decorations or groups of wall decorations gives them more aesthetic impact. Plants and flowers – Flowers and plants add life and colour to the room. Plants also improve the air quality. Of course, plants require the right light conditions, either from daylight or artificial plant lights that do not emit a lot of heat. Create a theme Limit the use of colours and shapes Themes such as flowers, nautical motifs or animals create a consistent impression for a whole room, part of a room or a wall. Working with themes is pleasing to the eye and helps to reflect the personalities of the people who live in the home. The theme can be carried through on textiles, wall decorations, accessories and window treatments. Too many shapes and colours can create a messy impression. A calm and harmonious look can be created by limiting the number of colours and shapes. The theme can be carried through on textiles, wall decorations, accessories and window treatments. IKEA FAMILY news 03 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 4 10/6/2557 14:17 DIY décor Group collections Spreading smaller parts of a collection makes a room look cluttered. Grouping them together makes them a focal point in the room. Collections can be grouped by colour, material or by shape. Even a collection of different shapes and sizes looks organised if everything is the same colour or material. If a collection consists of pieces in different colours and materials, it is a good idea to limit the number of items on display to prevent a messy look. Group by triangle shape A guideline for displaying a group of accessories is to arrange them in the shape of a triangle. This is done by placing the taller pieces in the back of the arrangement and filling in the gaps with medium and smaller pieces. This will create an appealing group of shapes and heights. It is not necessary to create a perfect triangle, but to achieve the look of "steps", both at the sides and the front of the display. Visual balance in a group Dark objects seem heavier and stronger than light ones of similar size. The heavy effect of a dark piece needs to be balanced with another heavy-looking object or something large. Number of things in a group A group with an odd number of items (3, 5 or 7, for example) is more interesting to look at than a group with an even number of items. Keep in mind that it is easier to create a pleasing group with a few interesting items than a dozen mediocre ones. If an arrangement looks too cluttered, then it is recommended to remove some pieces. Groups within a group If many objects are displayed in the same area, they can be divided into smaller groups. The groups can then be placed with empty spaces in between so they balance each other visually. Group wall decorations Wall decorations can turn a plain wall into a unique and expressive part of the home. The challenge in composing groups of wall decoration is to achieve a balance that gives each piece the attention it deserves. Symmetry vs. asymmetry If displaying more than one object, a symmetrical or an asymmetrical display can be created. Symmetry tends to look classical and formal, while asymmetry looks more modern and casual. The choice of display will depend on the objects, available space and the desired effect. Functions of wall decorations: •Space filling – a print to fill that glaring gap between the wall and shelf •Complementing – a green picture to match that green sofa, an oak frame to match an oak table •Enhancing – large canvas to make this huge room feel cosier, bright colours to brighten a room •Expressing – photos from the wedding, photos of the twins 04 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 5 10/6/2557 14:17 DIY décor Visual balance A wall display can be created with visual balance by placing the larger, heavier items lower down and the lighter items higher up. (Note: Dark items appear heavier than light ones of the same size.) Heavier items in one section of the display can be balanced with one of equal weight in another part of the display. Groups in a rectangle Hanging pictures of different sizes on a wall can create a cluttered impression unless they are grouped together. Using an imaginary frame can help. Contrasting sizes and intensity creates dramatic effects in a rectangular group. Balance is created by hanging small pictures above large ones and light ones above dark ones. Using a top line and base line One way to create unity is to arrange wall decorations by lining them up along an imaginary line, parallel to the ceiling or to the floor. Picture groups can be hung along an imaginary line that is at the same height as a line that already occurs in the room, such as a large piece of furniture or the top of a window or door frame. Using a centre line Hanging wall decorations according to an imaginary centre line is an alternative to lining them up on a top line or a base line. This is useful when the wall decorations are of different sizes. The centre line should be approximately at eye level. Accessories on different walls can be placed so that they line up with each other. This creates a neater appearance. Applying the golden section The golden section is commonly used to hang art in museums. It is also practical at home when hanging wall decorations of different sizes. The golden section is applied by drawing an imaginary line 5/8 of the way up the wall and then hanging each wall decoration so that 3/8 of its height is above this line. An alternative is to imagine a line at eye level and hang pictures so that 5/8 of their height is above this line. Using a picture shelf A picture shelf offers many possibilities to mix sizes and change or re-arrange pieces without putting too many holes in the wall. It can be used separately or in combination with decorations hanging on the wall. The shelf gives a neat and organised look. Especially for children The general principles of working with accessories apply to children's areas as well. An extra consideration is to place the accessories at a height where children will be able to see and enjoy them. Displaying children's artwork Hanging children's drawings is a way to follow their creative development. One way to display art is to hang it on a wire system at children’s height. This makes a personal display and is easy for a child to see and change. Pictures can be placed at children's eye level so they also can enjoy them. See more decorations ideas and products www.IKEA.co.th EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 6 IKEA FAMILY news 05 10/6/2557 14:17 Good night sleep Ensure your kid has a good night’s sleep. Pleasant dreams If you want to get to know little kids, you have to try to understand their world. Their thoughts and fears, their hopes and joys. What they do and why. And one of the most important things kids do is play. Play, play and play again. See, when they play for fun, they are actually learning for life. But there is a great difference between toys and things to play with. Sometimes it’s a lot more fun to play with mummy’s high heels than with a “real” toy. Since everything in a kid’s life is about playing, their room should be as playful as them. The furniture should be prepared to take a trip to the moon one day, and act as a farm the next. So give them a place where they can develop their logic and coordination with blocks or a puzzle. A place where they can pretend to be an astronaut, without you around. Unless, of course, you are invited to be the co-pilot. Begin with the basics – the room must be functional. Take stock of your child’s possessions and you’ll probably find that you need to squeeze in a wardrobe, bed, desk and chair, bookshelf, storage for toys and area to display projects and prizes from school. Geniuses at work Always remember that you’ve already put your mark on the rest of the house and their bedroom is their space. It’s more than a place to sleep – it’s a place to play, study, read, dream. It’s the one room in the home that your child can call his/her own and you want your child to truly enjoy. So involve them in the creative process. Sharing important decisions and having their opinions regarded in the process makes your child feel important and listened to. A child’s room has no creative limits. Just help your kids keep their rooms organised, so there’s more space left over to play. Then stand back and watch the theatrics. Hey, if you make it fun for them, they may even clean the room themselves! Children are masters at getting into dangerous places, but you can help protect them with a few preventive measures. A good way to check your child’s room is safe is to go down to their level. Identify if you need to make any changes by moving around on your hands and knees to spot corners to bump into, wires to pull and interesting boxes to explore. Let them enjoy the good stuff. Stuff that brings joy, creativity and development to lives of little kids. But don’t get upset should they start fighting – they’re just practicing being grown-ups. 06 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 7 10/6/2557 14:17 For sleep to be rejuvenating, you must get your required amount of sleep in one continuous block. Most adults need eight hours of continuous sleep nightly to restore and repair the body and organize the mind so we may perform at our peak. Six hours of uninterrupted sleep is more restorative than eight hours of poor, fragmented sleep. The two most common causes of sleep interruption are: Physical stress When we sleep, our weight exerts pressure on our body. If your mattress cannot provide optimal support to different parts of your body, you will respond by tossing and turning unnaturally to relieve the pain and stress. Lower back pain is a common complaint and most people suffer from some form of a bad back that is just made worse by a worn out mattress. You & your bedroom Good night sleep Sleep Movement on the bed The average person tosses and turns 40-60 times a night. Breaking the sleep cycle can have an overall devastating effect on daytime energy and the ability to concentrate and be productive. Especially so for light sleepers with a fidgety partner. Make sure you are sleeping on a mattress designed to minimize movement from one sleeping partner to the other. Alternatively, consider separate mattresses. It allows each person a more restful sleep that is not disturbed by the movement of his or her partner. Cover both mattresses with a mattress pad and protector for a more uniform look. Idiot’s guide to killing insomnia • Make sure your bedroom is dark, cool, quiet and uncluttered. • Exercise, but not within two hours of bedtime. • Eat a proper diet and avoid a heavy dinner just before bed. • Reduce caffeine intake and avoid alcohol near bedtime. • The ideal temperature of the room should be about 22˚C. • Take a warm bath or have a glass of warm milk before bed. • Use the bedroom only for sleeping and romance – keep the TV and computer out. • Maintain a stress-free, relaxing atmosphere in the bedroom. Your brain needs time to shut down. • Establish a bedtime ritual and a regular sleep schedule i.e. don’t sleep in. Instead, take power naps on weekends. IKEA FAMILY news 07 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 8 10/6/2557 14:17 Good night sleep Tips for planning the perfect bedroom A bedroom is more than just aesthetics. A good night's sleep in a comfy bed. Bedroom furniture that gives you space to store your things (in a way that means you'll find them again). With warm lighting to set the mood and soft textiles to snuggle up in. Everything you need that lets you rest easy. Here are some simple tips to get you started. Find your perfect partner • We don’t all sleep the same. Find a bed and mattress that are just right for you, both in style and comfort. • Tips on shopping for a mattress: • For ladies when you go shopping for a mattress, don’t wear a skirt. It’ll save you from feeling awkward when you climb on and off all those different beds. • For better or worse shouldn’t apply to your mattress. Couples, make sure you test and choose a mattress together since both of you will be sleeping on it and may have different sleeping needs. Getting two different single size mattress for a king size bedframe might be the way to go. • Test for real. E.g., if you’re a side sleeper, lie that way for a few minutes and notice how the mattress supports your whole body, including neck and shoulders. If possible, test the mattress with a suitable pillow as well. • Complement with a mattress pad and/or protector for maximum comfort and also prolong the lifespan of your mattress. • Same goes for your pillows and quilts. There are different pillows dependent on how you sleep, and different quilts for the temperature of the room you sleep in. 08 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 9 10/6/2557 14:17 Good night sleep Space control • In small spaces, it is practical to have use furniture that serves two functions, such as a sofa-bed. • A loft bed is a good solution for a small space that has to serve many functions. Use the bunk for sleeping and the space underneath for relaxing, socialising, working or even a second bed. • Allow min. 70cm between a bed and the wall or between two single beds for easy cleaning and to get in and out of the beds easily. • Ideally, your bed should be min. 20cm longer than your height, and at least wide enough for you to extend both elbows so there is room to move around while you rest or sleep. • A height of 55-60cm from the floor allows you to get in and out of bed comfortably. The precise height depends on the height of the person. • Allow space for making up the bed, and space for opening cabinet doors plus an additional 30cm for access while standing in front of the cabinets. Sliding doors help to save space. Storage • Choose a wardrobe you can customise with interior organisers such as shelves, racks and rails that fit your clothes. Not the other way round. • Get even more use out of hanging space by sorting according to length. E.g. hanging dresses at one end, and shirts and jackets at the other; leaves room below the shorter clothes for more storage for things like shoes or another row of hanging. • In deep storage, pull-out drawers placed low provide a better overview of what is stored. But keep them at chest level. Anything higher and you may have difficulty looking into it. • Drawer dividers or small compartments in drawers help you organise smaller pieces of clothing or accessories such as underwear, belts and ties. • Make use of the space in the top shelf or above your wardrobe for things you don’t use often. Label your boxes to find things quickly. • Underbed boxes help you to make the most of this extra space and keep things in order. Of course, you should first decide how diligent you are about cleaning under the bed. • Bedside tables provide a surface to place necessary items like a lamp, book, glass of water or whatever else you may want to keep close by the bed (many also have storage), and they also help anchor the bed so it doesn't look like it's just floating in the room. • Use hooks to make the most of the bedroom door, sides of wardrobes and walls. They provide convenient storage, whether it’s for freshly ironed clothes or for semi-clean clothes that need airing before you wear again. IKEA FAMILY news 09 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 10 10/6/2557 14:17 SWEDISHNESS Sweden’s favourite holiday day of the year. In northern parts of Sweden, the sun actually never sets at all! It is arguably Sweden’s best loved holiday. Though many old traditions are gone today but it is mainly a celebration of summer, joy and for the lucky, perhaps romance. S weden in June is truly beautiful and it’s the favourite month of most Swedes. School is out and nature has burst into life. Besides celebrating their National Day on 6 June, it is also the time of Midsummer. Midsummer falls on the Friday closest to June 24th and marks the start of a weekend of celebration. Midsummer is celebrated in many parts of the world as the longest An authentic Swedish Midsummer centres around the Midsummer pole, be it a town celebration or private party. Of all the activities taking place on Midsummer, none are as significant and as popular as the traditional celebration of raising the Maypole. Children and adults will collect flowers and greenery from the fields and woods to dress the pole and make flower krans (wreaths) for wearing on their heads. music from fiddles and accordions. One popular dancing game is the Små grodorna, where people of all ages hop around the pole while singing about little frogs. Midsummer is also a time where romance is in the air. It is said that if a girl picks 7–9 different types of flowers alone while speaking to no one ,and sleeps with it under her pillow, she would dream about her future husband at night. In the past, young girls were also told to jump over 7–9 wooden fences in order for their dream to come true! A Swedish verse says “Midsummer night is not long but it sets many cradles to rock.” And it holds much truth as many couples tend to wed After the pole is raised, Swedes would during this time and Sweden always don their traditional folk costumes, sees high birth rates 9 months later and sing and dance around it to folk in March! 10 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 11 10/6/2557 14:17 Midsummer is an occasion to gather with friends, family and loved ones and is usually celebrated with a lot of feasting, drinking and singing. Nothing captures the essence of Swedish summer like a midsummer buffet table. Assorted herrings alongside boiled potatoes with chopped chives is the spread's centrepiece. But there has to be something for those who don't fancy herrings. Like salmon, pies or meatballs. Bread and cheese on the side. As for the kids, a yummy hotdog with bread will do the trick. Join us for the IKEA Midsummer Buffet on Friday, 20 June 2014! Get your tickets from the IKEA Restaurant, starting from 6 June 2014. While stocks last, on a firstcome-first-served basis. Think you know ‘The Land of the Vikings’, and all things Swedish? Swedishness The Midsummer Buffet Well, why not have a go at this little quiz. 1. Which of the following is not a Swedish brand? a. IKEA b. Volvo c. H&M d. Tetra Pak e. Nokia 2. What colours does the Swedish flag has? a. White, blue and red b. Blue and yellow c. Green, red and white d. Blue and orange e. Red and white 3. Who wrote the book “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo”? a. Stieg Larsson b. JK Rowling c. Astrid Lindgren d. Mikael Blomkvist e. JRR Tolkien 4. Which of the following is not typical Swedish fare? a. Pickled herring b. Open sandwiches c. Crayfish d. Fish and chips e. Princess cake 3. a 4. d 5. c *Each adult dinner will also receive a 100 THB IKEA store voucher. Terms and conditions apply. Answers 1. e 2. b Ticket Price IKEA FAMILY member: 350 THB Non-IKEA FAMILY member: 500 THB Children (4-12 years old): 150 THB Children (<4 years old): Free 5. Which of the following is not a Swedish music group/band? a. The Cardigans b. The Hives c. The Corrs d. ABBA e. Ace of Base IKEA FAMILY news 11 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 12 10/6/2557 14:17 SWEDISHNESS Humble beginnings T he soul of IKEA is symbolised by a row of stones from Småland, Sweden. It is one of the poorest regions in Sweden – its ground is stony and unfavourable for agricultural development. Yet, the people of Småland have thrived and become renowned for their thrift, inventiveness and hard work. and transport them to the train station. And from there, they were mailed to the customers. Furniture was introduced into the IKEA range in 1948, and in 1951, Ingvar decided to discontinue all the other products, and focus only on furniture. Ingvar knew that if he could assemble This describes the spirit of Ingvar Kamprad, the furniture himself, his customers could do the assembling themselves, too. This founder of IKEA. Ingvar Kamprad was will certainly lower the prices. born in 1926 on a farm called Elmtaryd in the village of Agunnaryd. As a boy, Ingvar sold matchsticks, as many people needed This concept attracted many customers and businesses. But it was soon met it to start fires for their stoves back then. Later on, he also sold fish, Christmas tree with firm resistance and boycott from the established furniture trade, because decorations and seeds. IKEA’s low prices were a threat to them. Suppliers started to be worried about In the 1940s, his business and the range supplying to IKEA, in fear of losing other of products grew. This included watches, wallets, pens and picture frames. In 1943, clients. So Ingvar started to design his own furniture to suit production methods Ingvar decided to register the company and further reduce cost. after the initials of his name, Ingvar Kamprad, the name of the farm (Elmtaryd) and the village (Agunnaryd) which he was The first IKEA furniture showroom was opened in Älmhult (Småland) in 1953, born in, to form IKEA. so that people could come to see and feel the furniture, instead of just seeing In those days, Ingvar’s business them on the mail-order catalogues. Good transactions were done through mailbusiness prompted Ingvar to expand. But order, so he kept his stock at home on instead of building an extravagant store the farm in Elmtaryd. Each morning, the milk-collection van would collect the goods in the city where rentals are high, he built a giant flagship store outside of town to showcase furniture and room settings. On the opening day of an IKEA store in Stockholm, the long queues and massive demand required more and more co-workers to fetch products from the warehouse. Unable to employ more people at such a short notice, a co-worker had a stroke of genius and opened the entrance to the warehouse for customers to collect the products themselves. So, the IKEA retail system was born. Customers participated in the production process by assembling the products themselves, they participated in the sales process by selecting and picking their purchases, and then transporting them home. It is this cooperation between IKEA and its customers that allow IKEA to save on costs, and pass these savings to the customers in the form of lower prices. Manufacturing the furniture in large quantities also helps to reduce costs. Today, the IKEA system has grown and evolved, and has found its own niche: well-designed and functional furniture of the right quality, at prices so low that the majority of the people can afford them. Not just in Sweden, but also the rest of the world – all in line with the IKEA vision: To create a better everyday life for the many people. 12 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 13 10/6/2557 14:17 ss for e in p p a H e h t To Share ardi an of one who is gu lling thei r t ‘Ang na’, the Småles Bake Sale s e l å m S A E K I p o h s k r o W g Cooki n Mercy Center hear . Kid s en joy se d the bi g flu ffy hop for charity ks or mmer, IKEA an w su g in is Th ok tizen to join co e. . ted Smal ish ci ou nd IKEA stor Mercy Center Smål and, invi aple syru p’ ar m ith t and gi ve it to w bh e 00 ak s-on ,0 nc 12 nd pa ha be a ow to in le nb g ai ub kin ‘R ill do warm ing and ba ey got, IKEA w d about cook The money th ch ild ren learne e g. th in e, ar er sh t ph ers ou os In a fu n atm ks to al l cu stom al so learned ab in team s they porta ntly, than d im ke t os ba M ey s. th nt re t. styl e. And as ch ild ren and pa a drop of a ha s. kindness from w pa ncakes at bo es or Bu g new in Thanks to the al ra m 0 /s 12 th g an ht more th www. IKEA.co. r free! At the Bu at fo es s” iti en tiv tiz ac who have boug ci g in ish m ål m co “S up r be fo to Stay tu ned ld ca n sig n up een 4-12 year-o Ch ild ren betw . , IKEA Ba ng na House, G floor IKEA FAMILY news 13 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 14 10/6/2557 14:17 gift ideas Home is the most important playground in the world. For children, play is serious business. It is a child’s way of learning about the world around them. It’s through play that the body’s muscles and the brain’s senses get all the stimulation they need. Play stimulates creativity and the ability to develop new ideas or perhaps even dare to try something new. Whether it’s for your own child, or a friend’s child, here are some playful choices you can get as gifts for the most important people in the world. 1 2 PYSSLA bead shape, set of 4 69 THB 3 MÅLA easel 1,290 THB 4 01 PYSSLA beads 199 THB Recommended for ages from 4 years. Polyethylene plastic. Assorted colours. 02 PYSSLA bead shape, set of 4 69 THB Polystyrene plastic. Assorted shapes/colours. 03 MÅLA watercolour box 259 THB Includes 1 tray, 2 water cups, 2 brushes and 14 assorted colours. 04 MÅLA easel 1,290 THB Blackboard on one side, whiteboard on one side. May be completed with MÅLA drawing paper roll. W62xL43, H118cm. Solid pine frame. 05 MÅLA paper 199 THB Bleached chlorine-free paper. Mix of A3 and A4 format. 06 MÅLA scissors, set of 2 59 THB Straight and zig-zag edges. Plastic/stainless steel. Recommended for ages from 4 years. 5 MÅLA paper 199 THB 6 14 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 15 10/6/2557 14:17 399 THB gift ideas DUKTIG 12 pcs. plates/bowls set DUKTIG 10 pcs. coffee/tea set 7 349 THB 9 8 10 MAMMUT children's table 11 12 13 790 THB GRATTIS serving 07 DUKTIG 12 pcs. plates/bowls set 399 THB stand with cupcakes Stoneware. Multicolour. 08 DUKTIG glass 99 THB/8 pcs. Polypropylene plastic. Multicolour. 09 DUKTIG 10 pcs. coffee/tea set 349 THB Stoneware. Multicolour. 10 FANTASIRIK decoration, set of 4 99 THB 100% polyester. W10xL29cm. Assorted colours. 11 GRATTIS serving stand with cupcakes 299 THB/5 pcs. Recommended for ages from 3 years. 12 MAMMUT children's table 790 THB Polypropylene plastic. W55xL77, H48cm. Light blue. 13 MAMMUT children's chair 349 THB Polypropylene plastic. W39, H67cm. Light pink. 299 THB/5 pcs. IKEA FAMILY news 15 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 16 10/6/2557 14:17 Gingerbread mum Welcome Kids, to the Kitchen! One of the best inventions in the world – after, oh I don’t know, toilet paper? Air conditioning? – is probably the safety gate. We used to have one of those glorious things that divided the kitchen from the rest of the house. It kept me out of reach from the kids. It made me feel like a caged animal. It made walking around very cumbersome. I loved it. With the safety gate, I could cook in peace without having anyone clinging on to my legs. I could chop an onion without worrying if any little fingers were getting close to my knife. I could carry a casserole from the oven without the possibility of tripping over any little people. And then one day, it broke. And so, now, the kitchen is a free-for-all area, and since I can’t keep them out, I have to find ways to get them involved. I’d like to share some ideas for all ye non-safety gate folks, but would like to remind you that whenever kids are involved, there’s always the aspect of help versus ‘help’. Here we go! Cutting and peeling Washing Butter knives or plastic kid-friendly knives are great for chopping up mushrooms and slicing beancurd. Of course, remind your kids that a career in knife throwing should not be on the cards. Washing rice grains is a huge hit in our home. Granted, this is possibly one of the messier things to involve the kids in (think ‘rice grains in hair’/‘water all over the kitchen floor’ kind of messy) but like everything else, practice makes perfect. Keep reminding yourself that each time you step on a rice grain. Because the look on your preschooler’s face at dining table when you exclaim “This is the best rice I’ve ever tasted!”? Priceless. Preschoolers are fully capable with peelers, just make sure you watch them closely. Long root vegetables like carrots and parsnips are safer for them to peel as opposed to apples or potatoes, and make sure they peel away from and not toward themselves. I’ve found that placing my 5 year old on a step stool at the sink works best for us – the peels end up in the sink, and we pick them up after. That way, she can concentrate fully on the peeling, and not on aiming the peels at a bin or bowl. Oh and don’t toss those scraps into the compost bin yet – pass them on to your toddler along with a toy knife; she will enjoy ‘cooking’ together with you. Armed with a colander, kids can also be given the task of washing vegetables. The older ones can also help in plucking leafy vegetables. Most kids love playing with water and (bless their hearts) don’t see dishwashing as a chore. As long as you remove all sharp, heavy and breakable objects from the sink, feel free to hand them a sponge and a squirt of dishwashing liquid and let them attack the dishes. Note: You may need to re-wash everything. You have been warned. 16 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 17 10/6/2557 14:17 Putting groceries away Whenever you’re home with bags of groceries, get the kids to help you put them away. After a few occasions, they will be able to remember where certain items go, particularly those that they like. Of course, if you’re trying this out with an over zealous toddler, you might realise your strawberries have gone missing, only to turn up weeks later in some random place like the bathroom cabinet or under the sofa. Fun times await you, my friends, fun times! The level of mess is very much dependant on the ingredient that you’re measuring. Flour, for example, is a potential nightmare. As is anything in liquid form. Eggs on the other hand, are possibly one of the neatest things to count. Until you ask your kids to crack them, of course. Loading up If they’ve done all that and still want to help (lucky you!!), here are some other meal-time related things that young children can help with: • Clear, wipe and set table before meals • Bring (light and non-hot) dishes from kitchen to table • Bring own plate/bowl to sink after meals • Push chairs back to table after meals • Wipe table and seat of high chair after meals • Pick up/wipe up food items that have fallen off table during meal • Pour drinks for all Gingerbread mum Measuring Having kids in the kitchen – It’s messy, it’s stressful, it’s potentially frustrating. Why do we do it then? Perhaps it’s because we believe in involving them as early as possible in the hope that when they are older, it will become second nature to help. The key word here is hope. Even little kids can help to load up the blender. Just be sure you remind them about 1,978,086 times (give or take a few thousand) not to put their hands into the blender. They can also turn the blender on and ‘pulse’ the ingredients. Of course, make sure the lid is screwed on. Tightly. Reading recipes If you want to involve your preschooler without the risk of a big mess, getting her to read you the recipe is a good way to do so. It’s also a good opportunity to practice new words with emerging readers. Oh and need I mention that it’s absolutely necessary that you just do a quick check on the recipe as well, and not rely on your kids entirely? I know you want them to feel trusted but you know, the difference between 1/4 cup and 14 cups is rather substantial. EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 18 Adora is a freelance writer and also blogs about her parenting hits and misses at www.gingerbreadmum.com. She is mum to Poppy, 5, and Calla, 2. She is a lousy housekeeper but a top notch nagger and when not with the kids, can usually be found hiding behind the laundry basket with a bar of chocolate. She is not accountable for any potential thrills and spills you might encounter in the kitchen. Or in any part of the house for that matter. IKEA FAMILY news 17 10/6/2557 14:17 kid's party tips Need to plan a children’s party and unsure how to start? While we can’t guarantee it will be an entirely chaos-free party, we do have some useful preparation tips for you to at least make it a fun one! Appropriate time and date: Select a day and time that is most comfortable for you and your party-blasters! Food and beverages: There is buffet spread or refreshments to choose from, but do bear in mind about the dietary requirements of your guests before deciding on the food for the party! Number of party-blasters (guests): The more the merrier! The number of people you intend to invite will determine the amount of goodies bag as well as food & beverages, so be conscious! *Hint: to reduce food wastage, estimate to cater for about 10% less portions of the number of people invited. Venue: Select a location of preference or practicality (Number of party-blasters to be considered)! Choose a theme: We decorate to entice. It is always easier to work with a theme. Party themes can be based on your kids’ favorite colors or captivating cartoon characters they like. Once you are done… UP UP and AWAY for a splendid time in deco-shopping! *Hint: You can strictly follow the theme or make a little twist to it. For instance, a ladybird themed party, you can have everything in the colours of the ladybird. Or you can do a little twist to it by adding colours! Just like what we have done here. Brainstorm: (Picasso time!!) Sketch out the details of your ideal decorations/decorated venue to save some time setting up the party on the day itself. Desserts table: There is nothing like a dessert table to make your occasion sweeter than ever! A good dessert spread will consist of at least 3 different desserts (e.g. cupcakes, sweets & chocolates, and fruit tarts). *Hint: It is not necessary to place the desserts on a separate table. You can have the desserts right in the middle of the dining table as well! Budget: Be sure to keep the total amount you are willing to spend in check. Doing it yourself (DIY) is the ultimate way to keep budget low! Stage One checked! Now time to spice up the party experience~ Stage Two checked! Now all you have to do is to have a good rest for the big day! Play corner: What is a children’s party without a play corner? BORING! Kids just love to have fun! Rolls of drawing paper and toys can be included for the kids to have a fantastic time at their own little corner! 18 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 19 10/6/2557 14:17 IKEA BUSINESS Who says you can’t mix business with pleasure? It might be work, but it doesn’t have to feel like it. All it takes is a comfy chair, home office furniture that keeps things organised, and the right lighting for the job. And by making it easier to tackle those to-do’s, you’ll have more time to spend on your wanna-do’s. Time and finances are precious – whether you're in retail, hospitality or an office. So we make sure that well-designed business furniture is never an extravagance. At IKEA, we have the most comprehensive range on offer to facilitate onestop-shopping at affordable prices. Retail: Furniture to make your store shine In a successful store, the display solutions, storage, lighting, workspaces and other elements all blend together perfectly. At IKEA, you can find the products and ideas for creating your own retail magic formula. Don’t forget, we can also deliver and install. Office: Make a workplace that works Our range of office furniture includes all those practical items that help a modern company to run smoothly. Plus, you’ll find lots of ideas for making your office more pleasant, as well as more efficient. If time is short, we can deliver and assemble for you. Hospitality: How to generate more smiles Your guests expect you to be there for them, with a ready smile, at any hour. While that’s not always realistic, we can offer help. Our hospitality furniture solutions are practical, stylish and easy to achieve. Which means that you can spend more time smiling and less time shopping. IKEA FAMILY news 19 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 20 10/6/2557 14:17 IKEA BUSINESS Storage Store things you use frequently close at hand. For instance in a drawer unit or a shelf nearby. This makes sure you get up and take few steps, increasing your circulation. Choose the right chair Invest in a chair today and your body will thank you tomorrow. The longer you sit, the more adjustable your chair needs to be in order to support and relax you and make it easy to change working positions. WORK SMARTER Even though laptops and wireless connections are increasing mobility, and changing the perception of a workspace, the basic needs are still the same. We all need places to put away stuff when not in use. We all strive for ergonomics, functionality and good design. And not to forget, we want to spice it up by putting a personal stamp on it all. Plan your workstation Your workstation has to work for you and what you do. The more you spend time there, the more important it is. GET ORGANISED The state of your workplace sends a clear message to your customers; first-rate order – first-rate business. An organised business starts with an organised workplace. Plus an organised, uncluttered workspace can improve your efficiency and calm your nerves. Not to mention your colleagues’ nerves too. What is your main task? What is your main workstation? Do you have a desk, or do you use your checkout counter for paying bills and placing order? Think about the kind of work you’ll be performing here. If it involves a computer, consider an ergonomically rounded desktop. •A desk with depth supports your wrists and arms, accommodates keyboard and mouse and allows you to place the monitor at arms lengths from your eyes. •An adjustable desk enables you to work a height that suits your body. You need room to turn 90 degrees either way and stretch your legs. •A rounded desktop invites to have a chat or quick meeting right at your desk. •A side table extends your worktop and keeps the main desk free from clutter. It’s also perfect for your printer, fax, etc. Get your light right Good lighting makes working easier and more comfortable. Cable crazy Drill a hole in the back of your desk to really pull through electric cables. When you have one or two cables to hide away, bind them together (cable trunking) and run them along the wall or floor, or even around corners. Prioritise Make sure that all the items you use frequently are within arm’s reach. Items that you use less often can be stored further away. To keep everything tidy, use boxes with a corresponding photo or label on the outside for quick identification. Small decorative boxes look great on shelves too. Clutter-free displays Shoe racks can be cleverly used to keep your magazines, newspapers and files within easy reach. Frame a doorway with shelving to display your books and favourite objects. It’s a decorative solution and saves space. 20 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 21 10/6/2557 14:17 IKEA BUSINESS MEET & WAIT AREAS Bringing customers into your own business is no different from bringing friends into your own home. They deserve the same warm welcome, the same hospitality, and the same consideration. It’s all about the little things. Add some light Lighting is essential to the look and function of any room. But it’s also useful way to decorate and add warmth. Use lights to focus attention an artwork to highlight architectural features and to set a mood. Our light solutions come in all shapes and sizes, and always at affordable prices. Make first meetings an opportunity. Make it a moment for your customer to be indulged, to be seen, to feel important – a moment to build trust and loyalty. Make waiting a privilege. Planning a meeting room Meetings don’t always have to be boring! Getting the meeting room right can make you (and your team) more productive. It can also be inspirational, not just for your colleagues, but your customers and clients too. Don’t be afraid to try something different. Make it scalable Portable seating that can be stacked away in the corner of the closet will help make your meeting area scalable when extra guests turn up. For a more informal meeting area, cushions or footstools are prefect ideas for extra guests. Prioritise First decide if this is an internal meeting room or one that your customers and clients will use. That will help dictate overall feel of the room. Get seated Instead of going for a normal meeting room table and chairs, think about using more informal, comfy chairs and creating a more bunge-type feel. Make use of the closets Install drawers and organize by size, shape or task. This makes finding things- and putting things away-much easier. Stow away nonbusiness related items, like seasonal decorations or summer fans, and items you don’t need on a regular basis in clearly labelled boxes on high shelves. EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 22 Add display area Fill up an empty wall with wall-mounted shelves. This provides a dramatic visual effect, as well as creating a new display space. Corner bookcases can make use of space that’s usually wasted in small spaces and around columns. Shelve it Chances are you don’t have a lot of floor space, so start by taking advantage of vertical space and empty walls with mountable shelves and bookcases. Decorate and store Use the empty space below your shelves. Place a few hooks underneath them to hang things. IKEA FAMILY news 21 10/6/2557 14:17 IKEA BUSINESS DECORATE When colours, patterns and textures are introduced with care, when special needs are accommodated for, when neatly accessorised and done properly, your facility will effectively reflect your business, look harmonious, inviting and creative – a silent signal to your customers that they are dealing with a stable and professional company. CREATE DISPLAY Naturally, the product in itself has to do the biggest job, but the way it is displayed is almost as important. It’s about window and interior display, colour and lighting techniques, three-dimensional presentation and product visibility, line and composition, planning and layout – it’s about store atmosphere, it’s about the overall shopping experience. Display for impact Give each product the space it needs. The more products you show, the more you can sell, but don’t overwhelm your customers. Who do you want to sell to? Decide who your audience is, then keep that in mind when creating your display. Display your best products at eye level. If you’re displaying children products, display them at a level that is right for them. Grouping is everything Grouping individual objects together will add incredible impact to the overall presentation. You can group by size (for example, picture frames), by material (for example, soaps and beauty products), by colour (for example, napkins, candles) or by function. Grouping by function allows you to group smaller number of items together under a common theme (for example, food preparations, or preparing and serving coffee). Picture frames If there’s an interesting story behind your product of services, or you want a new way to display prices, try using photo frames. There are lots of styles you can choose from, plus they’re affordable. Eye-catching and attractive in themselves, but they are also flexible enough to let your imagination go wild. Break the rules Who said that a baroque chandelier could not go into a modern-urban loft? Add drama and some spice to the mix. Surprise your colleagues and your clients with an unexpected twist. Create focus An oversized item, like a huge lampshade, can create focus and add character to a room or space. Paint one wall in a contrasting colour and you’ll feel the room become more dynamic and energetic. Choose your finish Give untreated wood a finish to match your décor. Paint the wood the precise colour, stain or vanish that suits the style of your business. Special touches Make your colleagues feel special too. Add textiles, some tea lights in holders on tables or at reception. Or add flowers in the restrooms. Create a waterfall Place shallow shelving or storage above, and deeper storage below. Place larger and heavier items below and lighter items above. Following these rules will feel more natural for the eye and allows for a more functional display area. Family-friendly Create a space just for children at your business. Add a bright rug, child-sized furniture, toys suitable to their age range, and a place to store the toys when the children leave. Making kids feel welcome encourages their parents-your customers-to fell even more welcome. 22 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 23 Light things up Use lighting to highlight or frame your products. Light automatically draws people’s attention over. Spotlights mounted on the ceiling or on a line system are a good way to do this. 10/6/2557 14:17 Organise your non-perishable items in easy-to-see pull-outs, cabinets, shelves or racks. IKEA BUSINESS Multi-purpose Get creative and use the top of low bookcase as table. Then break area can double as an impromptu meeting area too. Clear up Use racks to store magazine, books and files and leave the table clean for your colleagues. TAKE A BREAK Some see it as a quick fix, as an unwanted, time consuming necessity just to get through the rest of the day. To us, the break is an essential escape from routines, to effectively sort thoughts, impressions and feelings. It is a vitalising condition for staying on track with motivation and keeping energy levels high. All you really need for a comfortable break area are a few pieces of furniture to sit on, good lighting and somewhere to put away your things. Flexible pieces Fill your space with furniture on casters that can be moved around whenever you feel like changing its layout. Pick a dropleaf, gate-leg or adjustable-length table that can change size when you have a colleague’s birthday to prepare for. Add some light Lighting helps add warmth to a room. Use lights to focus attention an artwork, to highlight architectural features and to set a mood. Our light solutions come in all shapes and sizes, and always at affordable prices. Short on space? Use matching small tables so you can put them together to form one long table on special occasions. Storage Just because you have limited amount of space in your break room or staff kitchen, it doesn’t mean it can’t be pleasing to the eye and functional. Getting organised in the kitchen can help you keep it clean and tidy. Group items together, so you find everything you need to make a cup of tea or coffee, for example, in one place. You can do it all yourself. But you don’t have to. You spend all day making sure your customers get all the help they need. So we’d like to do the same for you. From delivering your new retail display furniture to assembling your storage shelves, we can help. For enquiries on how IKEA can assist in your business needs, email to [email protected] Contribution by members Dear IKEA, Hello from Mawlamyine in Myanmar/ Burma! Hello, I'd like to share the picture of our room with IKEA furniture. This is my husband's studio and our living room area. They are quite neat and beautiful. We are enjoying our life in this room so much. Pitiya I proudly present our coffee house which was newly opened on 14 February 2014 in Nakhon Pathom. We love IKEA so much that almost everything in our shop is from IKEA! Our customers keep asking where do we buy our furnishing items, especially chairs and fabric (people face print). I created an apron with IKEA fabric and customers love it so much that they even asked me to remove it from my hip and sell it right away! (Our home is also decorated with IKEA items – plenty of them!) We are Point B Design and Training. We have opened our Design Thinking Center for Community Engagement on the campus of Mawlamyine University. This center serves as a bridge to strengthen the university system and train students to facilitate community development projects in the villages. As you can see from the photos, IKEA furniture has completely transformed our work and classroom/training space at the University. It is now a beautiful, inspiring and fun space for people to learn and work. We love IKEA! Sandy Surasa Thamwirat IKEA FAMILY news 23 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 24 10/6/2557 14:17 FENG SHUI How to use Feng Shui as Management Tool Many people may not realise it but Feng Shui can be a management tool for business. The versatility of Feng Shui appeals to many businessmen and even young executives in this present corporate world. It is no secret and not surprising that many of Asia’s business tycoons, politicians and even CEOs achieved great success due to their diligence in ensuring the usage of right Feng Shui applications at their work place. Grow your business at a steady rate Create growth luck in the office by enhancing the Wealth & Success sectors of your office. Ensure sectors that govern Growth, Wealth & Success are properly reviewed and investigated before you decorate the area. Stand at the foyer (front entrance) of your office, use a good compass, and take accurate facing of your entrance. The following tips may help you to enhance your business luck: • If your office entrance faces North, place a metal piece of Art or Metal Decorative ornament at the center of the foyer. North is a Water element sector, and having Metal will enhance this sector. •If your office entrance faces South, place a strong and healthy looking plant (with no thorns – preferably plants with abundance of rounded leaves) in your foyer. South is a Fire element sector, and having Wood will enhance this sector. •If your office entrance faces East or Southeast, place a water feature in the foyer. The water should be moving at all times. East and Southeast are Wood element sectors, and having Water will enhance these sectors. •If your office entrance faces West or Northwest, place a large piece of crystal geode (i.e. amethyst crystal or citrine). West or Northwest are Metal element sectors, and having Earth will enhance these sectors. •If your office entrance faces Northweast or Southwest, place a piece of nice lighting. Northeast or Southwest are Earth element sectors, and having some Fire will enhance these sectors. Create a stable and harmonious workforce Good stable working relationships established between employees & bosses ensure that there are no negative energies or harmful politicking at the workplace. Gossips, office politics, tensions and quarrels are usually caused by stagnant energies, or overly aggressive energies in the office environment. • To minimise and prevent such quarrelsome energies, place some Fire element in the workplace. Red-coloured wall, furniture/carpets, or nice lamps and increasing the brightness of the office will help to suppress such unfavourable energies. • Place a nice majestic Rooster to “peck away’ all the office gossips and politics. • Ensure that employees’ workstations are not arranged in a centipede manner. This arrangement can easily result in clashes of energies and disharmony. Ideally all employees’ sitting arrangement should be in a clover form. Most importantly, all offices must be bright, fresh, airy and clutter free to enable all the good energies to maneuver in the office to generate all the auspicious energies for prosperity, good business and work harmony. 24 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 25 10/6/2557 14:17 FENG SHUI Centipede seating arrangement This is a common employees’ work sitting arrangement in many companies as it can maximise space. However, this is an unfavourable and inauspicious arrangement as the employees sit and faces directly with each other when they work. Such confrontation sitting arrangements can gradually lead to disharmony, office politics, gossips, etc. Clover Leaf seating arrangement This is an ideal sitting arrangement for employees as they do not directly face each other, hence non-confrontational. Moreover, they have the flexibility to arrange and sit facing one of their respective good facing directions. Useful tips for work •Work trays & files preferably should be higher & put on left side of the work desk. Right side should be lower than left side NOTE: Directions are taken from inside, looking outwards to the front of desk. Left represents “Green Dragon” for Power, Prosperity & Authority and must be higher than Right side. Right represents “White Tiger” for Protection. •The front desk should be uncluttered, neat and clear with an unblocked view. •The back desk should ideally have a wall or partition for “support” in your work. It is not auspicious to seat with windows and doors behind your work desk. •Do not sit underneath any beams, hanging pipes, single air-con units, as they can cause sickness and great “burden” at work. •Refrain from sitting too close to any photo copier machines and printers – including having any of the machine output trays from facing any employees (all angles). They are deemed as “Poison Arrows” that can cause bad luck and bad health. •Do not put any water features, fountains and pictures that are related to Water behind any work desk. Water behind you signifies “missed opportunities” and lack of support. A balance and well lay-out office that is bright and clutter free brings good energies to the working space and it is a Happy Office. Thus, it will result to good working harmony and good business success. Amelia Neo Owner & Senior Consultant Art of Good Living – World of Feng Shui Thailand 131/1 The Shoppes Grand RAMA 9 Room BG09, Rama 9 Rd, Huaykwang, Bangkok 10310 Tel: 02-1681418 Email: [email protected] Website: www.wofs.co.th www.facebook.com/wofsthailand IKEA FAMILY news 25 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 26 10/6/2557 14:17 PROMOTIONS IKEA Instalment Plan IKEA makes your dream home come true with 0% 6-month instalment plan when purchasing PAX wardrobe, solitaire wardrobe and bedroom storage with minimum purchase of 8,000 THB. From 27 March – 6 July 2014 Terms and Conditions: • Enjoy 0% interest 6-month instalment plan via Kasikorn credit cards or Citibank credit cards when purchasing promotional products with minimum purchase of 8,000 THB. • Promotional products: PAX wardrobe, solitaire wardrobe and bedroom storage • Please inform our cashier if you would like to put your purchase on instalment plan. • Promotional period: 27 Mar – 6 Jul 2014 • More information at IKEA store. Please contact the staff at Bedroom department. • Terms and conditions apply. From 1-31 July 2014, IKEA FAMILY members with purchase of 6,000 THB or more at IKEA store are entitled for 300 THB gift vouchers for shopping at Robinson, Mega Bangna. From 1-31 July 2014, The 1 Card Members with purchase of 6,000 THB or more at Robinson, Mega Bangna are entitled for 300 THB gift card for shopping at IKEA. See more terms and conditions in www.IKEA.co.th/FAMILY 26 IKEA FAMILY news EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 27 10/6/2557 14:17 Sale preview Exclusively for IKEA FAMILY! Enjoy sale preview on 24 and 25 June 2014 and earn Bonus points when purchasing furniture and home furnishing products. Visit IKEA Bangna km.8 for affordable products and new inspirations. Terms and conditions 1. IKEA Members (both temporary and permanent) are entitled to double bonus points for every transaction during 24-25 June 2014. 2. This offer is valid when purchasing IKEA furniture and home furnishing products only. 3. Bonus points are non-refundable or exchangeable for cash. 4. Temporary membership cannot be converted to permanent membership from bonus points earned from this promotion. Only members who spend minimum 1,500 THB within 1 year from the date of registration are entitled to become permanent members. 5. IKEA Bangna reserves the right to change, alter the terms and conditions and cancel this offer without prior notice. 6. Other terms and conditions apply. IKEA FAMILY news 27 EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 28 10/6/2557 14:17 Members always get more We always save the best bits for family – and that means the best savings too! Here are the latest discounts that you can take advantage of as a member of IKEA FAMILY. Keep a lookout for the FAMILY price banner and remember to bring your IKEA FAMILY card to enjoy these special prices and earn Bonus Points with every 10 THB spent. LACK wall shelf SÖNDRUM frame (Normal price 590 THB) L110xD26cm. Particleboard, steel. Birch, black-brown or white. (Normal price 249 THB) Fibreboard, glass. W23, H29cm. White. 129 THB 390 THB BRÄDA laptop support 299 THB (Normal price 359THB) W42xD30, H21cm. Birch/poplar plywood. IKEA PS VÅGÖ chair 650 THB (Normal price 950 THB) Polypropylene plastic. ULLGUMP rug 790 THB/ea W74xD92, H71cm. (Normal price 990 THB/ea) Low pile. 100% polypropylene. W195xL133cm. Orange or black. DVALA quilt cover and 2 pillowcases 499 THB/set (Normal price 790 THB/set) Quilt cover W150xL300cm. Pillowcse W80x50cm. 100% cotton. SPONTAN newspaper rack 299 THB (Normal price 419 THB) IKEA 365+ saucepan with lid Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating. W33xD9, H78cm. 290 THB Musik wall lamp 590 THB (Normal price 890 THB) Chrome-plated. W3.7xD7.7xL60cm. Polycarbonate plastic, stainless steel. INGATORP drop-leaf table (Normal price 590 THB) Stainless steel, aluminium. Ø20, H10cm. 2L. GRUNDTAL towel hanger/shelf 390 THB (Normal price 590 THB) Stainless steel. L80xD28cm. UNG DRILL mirror 690 THB (Normal price 990 THB) W59, H85cm. IKEA PS 2012 coffee table 1,890 THB (Normal price 2,890 THB) W42xL70, H48cm. Steel. Dark Turquoise or white. 3,490 THB (Normal price 4,990 THB) Solid pine, solid birch, steel. W78xL59-117, H73cm. ÄPPLARÖ gateleg table 2,450 THB (Normal price 3,150 THB) 2 folding drop-leaves. W62xL20-133, H71cm. Solid acacia. Valid from now till 31 August 2014. While stocks last. While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that information is correct at the time of print, IKEA reserves the right to correct any misprints or adjust prices due to situations beyond our control. All featured products are available on a while stocks last basis. IKEA BANGNA 38 Moo 6, Bangna-Trad km.8, Bangkaew, Bangplee, Samutprakarn 10540 Tel: 02 708 7999 Email: [email protected] Website: www.IKEA.co.th/FAMILY EN ikea_news_june05_m14.indd 1 10/6/2557 14:16
© Copyright 2024