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Ikea Infinity

Kitchen + LightHouse Media

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Innovation
Functionality
Creativity
Eco-Social Impact
Total
JURY VOTES
Exhibition
6.92
7.32
7.20
7.28
7.18
Arthur Guimarães
Arthur Guimarães Chief Executive Officer at Arthur Guimarães Architects
Really innovative project! Visit th...
10
9.5
9.5
8
9.25
Mariana Schimidt
Mariana Schimidt Founder at MNMA studio
10
10
10
8
9.5
Mark Eric Magno
Mark Eric Magno Principal at Aedas Interiors
Amazing! what a unique space! The d...
9.25
8
10
9
9.06
Mike McGirr
Mike McGirr Managing Partner and Design Principal at red design
9.17
7.92
9.8
8.36
8.81
Zizhao Li
Zizhao Li Cofounder and Chief Designer at DSC · Design
An interesting and story-rich exhib...
8
8
8
8
8
Burton Baldridge
Burton Baldridge Founder at Baldridge Architects
7
7
7
7
7
Josse Popma
Josse Popma Partner at Popma ter Steege Architects
9
8
9
8
8.5
Katie Mitchell
Katie Mitchell Managing Director at Seen Studios
Totally captivating...
9
10
10
8
9.25
Xuechen Chen
Xuechen Chen Architectural Designer at X.C Studio
This is a fascinating exploration o...
9
8.5
9
9.5
9
Serhii Makhno
Serhii Makhno Founder at MAKHNO Studio
8
8
9
7
8
Pooja Shah-Mulani
Pooja Shah-Mulani Partner and Design Director at LW Design
Very cool installation....
9
7
9
6
7.75
Suvi Saloniemi
Suvi Saloniemi Head of Exhibitions at Finnish Museum of Architecture and Design Museum
6
5
7
7
6.25
Wenqing Zhou
Wenqing Zhou Founder at Add Culture & Creative Development
8.5
7.5
9
7.5
8.13
Anna Gitelman
Anna Gitelman Associate Professor at Suffolk University
Fantastic traveling exhibit that in...
10
9
10
9
9.5
Jessica Adkins
Jessica Adkins Brand Experience Design Lead Europe at M Moser Associates
A thoughtful and well-considered de...
10
9.5
9.5
9
9.5
Harkaran Singh Boparai
Harkaran Singh Boparai Founder at Space 5
8.09
8.02
9.08
6.19
7.85
G S Mahaboob Basha
G S Mahaboob Basha Cofounder at Taliesyn
Pure happiness...
8
6
8
7
7.25
Yan Zhang
Yan Zhang Cofounder at say architects
7
5
8
5
6.25
Jianan Shan
Jianan Shan Cofounder at say architects
9.3
8.27
7.85
8.37
8.45
Client
Ikea Shenzhen
Floor area
22 ㎡
Completion
2024
Social Media
Instagram
Finishes

KITCHEN and LightHouse Media represent a distinctive exhibition titled 'Infinite IKEA'. It is a pop-up initiative jointly developed by the design team and IKEA to support emerging designers. This venture delves into the nuanced interplay between individuals and furnishings within the sanctity of private spaces, endeavoring to ignite the boundless realms of imagination even within the confines of limited living quarters, thus crafting personalized universes.

Innovation:
It reimagines the interaction between individuals and furniture in intimate spaces, challenging the conventional utilization of limited living areas, transforming them into expansive realms of limitless creativity and personalized universes. This innovative approach integrates the structure of traditional Swedish log cabins with the avant-garde cutting techniques of artist Gordon Matta-Clark, creating a captivating space and atmosphere that surpass standard architectural conventions. By cutting an axial line through the cabin and using mirrored effects to create a unique corridor, the exhibition breaks the enclosure of the cabin and establishes an interactive relationship with the external environment.

Creativity:
The design focuses on human-centered interaction. By cutting through the core structure and employing reflective mirror effects, the exhibition invites visitors to reconsider the dynamics between space and personal identity. It enhances user engagement and expands the audience's perception of physical and visual boundaries from multiple dimensions including materials, colors, and mirror reflections. This method not only fosters a deeper appreciation of architectural space but also challenges visitors to creatively redefine their personal spaces.

Functionality:
The functionality of the exhibition extends beyond mere visual appeal, offering an interactive and engaging environment for both children and adults. This dynamic space encourages visitors to explore and interact with the mirrored world, creating a playground-like atmosphere where imagination and creativity flourish. Children can discover innovative ways to engage with the installation, such as crawling through windows or navigating the reflective corridors, while adults can appreciate the artistic and architectural nuances. The flexible design of the space accommodates various activities and interactions, making it a versatile area that blends entertainment with creative exploration.

Sustainability:
The clever application of materials and design concepts aligns with broader sustainability goals, demonstrating how design can contribute to social, economic, and environmental well-being. The installation uses recyclable wood and achieves maximum carbon neutrality through pre-assembled installation methods. The innovative cutting techniques and spatial transformation not only push the boundaries of design aesthetics but encourage a reevaluation of how environments can be constructed to support sustainable practices.