Ikea has joined forces with renowned designer Sabine Marcelis to unveil a brand new collection that pushes the boundaries of lighting design. The VARMBLIXT collection features a diverse range of items that include sculptural lighting objects, vibrant rugs, and unique serve ware. The 20-product collection has been designed to interact with both direct and indirect light, and will be available in IKEA stores starting February.
Ikea’s collaboration with Marcelis is part of the company’s long-term goal to shift the perception of lighting from functional to emotional. The destination is to inspire a new interest in how light can transform the look, feel, and atmosphere of our homes. The VARMBLIXT collection is the first step towards this plan, and it features four lighting items that will be kept long-term in the Ikea range.
Ikea’s VARMBLIXT: Discover the Magic of Light LED wall mirror
Sabine Marcelis, who is known for her ability to play with unique shapes and objects, was excited to take an unexpected approach to exploring the idea of how lighting functions within the home. “I wanted to inspire people to consider new shapes and elements which blend into and highlight different types of interior spaces in a new, bold, and artistic ways,” says Sabine Marcelis.
The VARMBLIXT LED pendant lamp is one of the highlights of the collection, it features curved pipes made from frosted white glass and when illuminated, it transforms into a magical display of light engineering. Another highlight is the VARMBLIXT LED wall mirror, it is designed with a semi-transparent glass panel and light strip, creating a stunning sculptural object when turned off and a mesmerizing light display when turned on.
The collection also features a signature motif of the artist, the perfectly infinite doughnut, which can be seen in two serve ware sizes and one signature lamp. The VARMBLIXT LED lamp is versatile as it can be wall mounted or displayed on a table and when the light passes through the orange glass, it makes the soft doughnut-like shape shine with a warm glow.
The VARMBLIXT boasts of a warm color palette, with two rugs inspired by the rays of a sunset. The larger rug, which is made from 100% hand-tufted wool, has a warm color gradient that fades from deep orange to amber yellow like a sunset, while its overlapping style adds extra design interest, creating an illusion of depth and color. “Our vision was to continue building off the idea of blending design with sculptural objects in the creation of VARMBLIXT. It’s a collaboration connected to the functional aesthetics of our space while inspiring people to add purposeful and versatile objects to the home,” says Henrik Most, Creative Leader at IKEA. The VARMBLIXT collection is a perfect example of how design and function can come together to create beautiful and functional pieces that will add a touch of elegance to any home.