Ikea’s approach is slightly different. The Gaming Lounge Chair wheels are designed so you can pull the chair closer to the TV when you want to be more immersed in the action and further back when it’s time to relax. And many pieces in the new collection follow a similar design philosophy.
The side table caught my eye the most. At the bottom there are two typical legs and two on wheels. Again, the table is designed to be moved around the room, making it easy to get into the game, but also easy to move to a more convenient location when the game is over.
However, Johan Ejdemo, Global Design Manager at Ikea, emphasizes that designing furniture that can be moved in space brings new challenges – and new possible solutions. “The team also did some pretty clever and unique things… [such as] The holder holds the popcorn bowl so it doesn’t tip over.”
It refers to the metal edge of the side table, which sits slightly above the surface. Not only does it prevent everything from sliding off when the table is moved, but it can also prevent players from knocking over drinks when they swirl around afterward Dark souls The boss dumps her for the fiftieth time.
For PC gamers, the Gaming Station takes a different approach. Inside there’s room for a monitor, a keyboard tray, a spot to mount a desktop tower, and even room to store a chair. It’s an entire gaming station that can disappear as soon as you close the doors. And when they’re open, they even offer a bit of privacy.
The scope
When I first moved into my current apartment, the floor plan on the website didn’t have typical designations like living room, bedroom, or kitchen. Instead, it was characterized by activities such as living, resting, and… er… nutrition. It felt a little silly, but also reflected a more task-oriented approach to the spaces in my home.
Ikea’s approach to gaming furniture takes more into account the actual nature of a room needed than I’ve seen in a while. I’m still not entirely sure if everything will pan out. While Ikea doesn’t use the Gamer Aesthetic™, the company still has its own distinctive style that you may love or hate, but you can’t ignore.
The idea of gaming furniture that’s suitable for long gaming sessions, that anticipates messes before they happen, and is flexible enough to transform into “normal” furniture when not needed? These are design principles that could remain. At least I know the version of me back in college would have loved that side table with a railing.