IKEA: Magical Patterns
IKEA Museum's Magical Patterns exhibition comes to Dovecot Studios, celebrating 60 years of innovative textile design.
About IKEA: Magical Patterns
| 18th Jul 2025 to 17th Jan 2026 | |
| 10am - 5pm | |
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Dovecot Studios Ltd 10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LT |
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| General Admission: £12.50 | |
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Magical Patterns explores six decades of groundbreaking textile design by IKEA. The exhibition features 180 iconic fabrics that showcase the rich history of the Swedish furniture retailer's commitment to innovation, collaboration, and experimental design.
From the early days of bold patterns introduced by textile artists Bitten Højmark and Inger Nilsson, to the revolutionary works of the Swedish design collective 10-gruppen, Magical Patterns highlights how IKEA has supported the creative visions of some of the most influential textile designers, including Zandra Rhodes, Marimekko, and many others.
The exhibition provides a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process that has defined the iconic patterns of IKEA. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover the playful and vibrant designs that have shaped Swedish design, from the famous stripy RANDIG BANAN to the bold, colourful ANNIKEN broccoli motif. Featuring both vintage and contemporary fabrics, Magical Patterns offers a unique opportunity to experience how design trends and cultural movements have influenced the textile collection from IKEA.
Join us on an exploration of winding patterns, explosive colours and bold combinations. You can weave your way through some familiar friends, and quite literally get a feel for the fabric of history. Play around and create your own pattern combinations in all kinds of colours in our pop-up design studio.
With every ticket you purchase, you are playing a vital role in supporting the work of Dovecot Studios and helping the preservation of the art of tapestry in Scotland.
Exhibition in collaboration with the IKEA Museum.
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