Ikea block shelves

It seems a little strange to be sharing a house tour today, since I’m not living in this apartment anymore! I took these photos a week before we moved out, fully intending to blog them, but when our whole housing situation became a housing fiasco, I didn’t really feel like sharing them. It’s been a […]

The living room is giving bookshelf envy.

Ikea Valje Wall Units. These are interesting. We could use them as building blocks. Each block can be open, closed, drawers etc. Possible to mix colours too.

Ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture isn't just inexpensive. It's also super adaptable!

September is Transformation Month at Apartment Therapy! That means we’re sharing stories about home transformations — from big renovations to tiny tweaks — all month. Head over here to see them all!In terms of versatility, it’s hard to beat the IKEA KALLAX. The shelving systems come in sizes ranging from small two-block-by-two-block cubes to giant four-block-by-five-block full-wall units.

Vittsjo black steel & glass Bookshelf, Ikea - magazines & boxes balance out the rows stacked & colour blocked, shelves are light and uncluttered #lazconbuild on Instagram

The IKEA Kallax Shelf Unit (5x5) easily blends and adapts itself to the space of where it is placed. This design has 25 storage cubes that provide the user with storage space. The shelving unit can be placed against the wall or act as a room divider. The unit is available in 3 different finishes. The IKEA Kallax Shelf Unit 5x5 has an overall height of 71.625” (181.9 cm), width of 71.625” (181.9 cm), and depth of 15.375” (39.1 cm).

Explore the full range of our popular and customisable KALLAX unit. Personalise it with boxes, inserts and accessories that are made to fit. Shop now.