More Americans are renting their homes than at any point in the last 50 years, leading many to buy cheap, disposable furniture that can be left behind at the end of a lease. Floyd offers with durable and easy-to-assemble furnishings designed to move with Gen Rent as they house-hop.

Almost 40% of Britons buy the wrong size Christmas tree every year, not to mention clothes, shoes and furniture. The IKEA Place AR app allows people to place furniture into their homes at the touch of a button. But can AR offer a practical solution to the risky business of furniture shopping?

IKEA Germany will buy-back upcycle, and resell old furniture from its German customers, in a bid to shed its ‘throw away’ image. The initiative will appeal to eco-conscious Germans who are beginning to expect more big brands to join the circular economy.

IKEA is offering customers the option to hire someone from labour marketplace TaskRabbit to put their new furniture together. While some people enjoy the challenge of self-assembly, others will relish the chance to outsource the task – which research shows can be even more satisfying.