IKEA Previews Three PS 2026 Items at Milan Design Week

IKEA has previewed three innovative pieces from its upcoming 10th PS Collection at Milan Design Week 2026, highlighting a blend of playfulness, functionality, and sustainability in affordable Scandinavian design. The items, including an inflatable easy chair, a versatile floor lamp, and a rocking bench, will join more than 30 other products when the full collection launches in stores and online on May 13, 2026.

The PS Collection originated in 1995 as a return to IKEA's roots following challenges in the 1980s, emphasizing minimalist aesthetics, quality materials, and accessibility under the principle of Democratic Design. This iteration maintains that focus while incorporating modern elements like reduced material use and recyclability, aiming to infuse everyday furniture with a sense of joy and adaptability to contemporary living spaces.

The standout piece is the PS 2026 Easy Chair, designed by Mikael Axellson. Unlike earlier inflatable furniture from the 1990s that often felt novelty-like, this version features a sturdy chrome frame supporting two air chambers wrapped in emerald-green textile. It arrives flat-packed with a manual foot pump for inflation, prioritizing...