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IKEA is Launching a Homeware and Decor Line Made by Artisans from Around the World
Jada Jackson
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IKEA s new Lokalt collection works with artisans and designers from India, Thailand, and Jordan.
IKEA is known for its Scandinavia-centric designs, but in June the Swedish homewares giant is branching out with a new collection handmade by local artisans around the world. Called Lokalt and crafted by designers in India, Thailand, and Jordan, the line will comprise textiles, decor, and ceramics pieces as part of IKEA s social entrepreneur initiative, with the goal of creating long-term employment opportunities for marginalized communities.
“LOKALT is a collection with a modern and expressive take on traditional handicraft,” Maria O’Brian, creative leader at IKEA Range & Supply, said in a press statement.“It’s full of quirky details that tell stories from the places where the products are actually made. The ceramics are giving a tri ....

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