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27 Amazing Pictures Of IKEA Columbus That Will Make You Want To Be First In Line On June 7th

May 31, 2017

IKEA Columbus added the finishing touches before its grand opening on June 7, 2017 at 9 a.m.

The 44th U.S. location of the Swedish home furnishings vendor let super excited customers start lining up in front of the store at 9 a.m. on Monday, June 5, 2017. It might have sounded a little crazy to line up days in advance to get into the store, but IKEA handed out all sorts of giveaways all of opening week, so it was totally worth it.

Here were just a few of the many promotions during IKEA Columbus’ opening week:

  • A free EKTORP three-seat sofa: the first 44 adults in the store on June 7.
  • A free POÄNG armchair: the next 100 adults in the store on June 7.
  • A free FAMNIG heart-shaped soft toy: the first 100 children on June 7.
    • Cream EKTORP three-seat sofa with striped, floral, and orange throw pillows
    A EKTORP three-seat sofa.

    “Just as the IKEA store concept will introduce a new way of shopping for the home, we want customers waiting in line to visit our store to enjoy the unique experience too,” said David Garcia, IKEA Columbus store manager.

    Garcia, Ohio Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor, Columbus City Council President Pro Tem Priscilla Tyson, Deputy Chief of Mission for the Swedish Embassy Göran Lithell, IKEA U.S. president Lars Petersson were all present for the grand opening ceremony on Wednesday, June 7, 2017. The festivities started at 6 a.m. with live entertainment. The commemoration included the singing of both the American and Swedish National Anthem as the American, Swedish, and Ohio flags were raised.

    Can’t wait to get your hands on a shopping cart and explore IKEA Columbus? Check out the video and photos below:

    New IKEA store exterior with an Opening Summer 2017 banner and entrance

    Blue IKEA directional sign listing shortcuts to marketplace, checkout, and exit

    IKEA escalator beside a Showroom directional sign and stacked shopping carts

    IKEA pencil dispenser stand with Columbus store information panels

    Map of IKEA store locations across the US beside an IKEA step-and-repeat banner

    Children's play area with small tables and decorative pendant lights near windows

    IKEA cafeteria with pendant lights, wood tables, and small American flags

    Ohio, US, and Swedish flags displayed together in a black stand

    IKEA checkout area with self-checkout kiosks and overhead digital screens

    IKEA furniture showroom with dark leather sofa, chair, and cowhide rug

    Illuminated hanging light bulb with a price tag in a bedroom display

    IKEA bedroom display with a woven pendant light and sage green walls

    Row of POÄNG chairs in different colors and fabrics on display

    Two crystal starburst pendant lights illuminated above a showroom sofa

    Table display with cream roses, a teapot, creamer, and teacup on black surface

    IKEA showroom display with cube shelving, a rocking chair, and yellow rug

    IKEA dining showroom with multiple wood tables and chair sets on display

    IKEA kitchen showroom with white cabinetry, pendant lights, and bar seating

    Row of kitchen faucets with pull-down sprayers displayed in a showroom

    IKEA showroom with multiple bed frames dressed in different bedding sets

    IKEA display of white tableware and plants beside botanical wall decor

    IKEA living room vignette with paper pendant lamps and a sheepskin pillow

    IKEA lighting display with pendant lamps and crystal chandeliers overhead

    IKEA self-serve furniture warehouse with tall shelving and stacked cardboard boxes

    IKEA warehouse aisle with yellow chairs on shelving and numbered aisle signs

    Large warehouse interior with numbered shelving, cardboard boxes, and customers walking through bright industrial space

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