Ikea Canada has unveiled its PS 2026 collection, marking the first PS release since 2017 and the 10th in the series. The theme of this year's collection is 'playful functionality,' featuring 43 pieces designed by 11 international designers.
What is the Ikea PS Collection?
The PS collection is a boundary-pushing design series where Ikea collaborates with creatives to reimagine everyday home items. Launched in 1995 at the Milan furniture fair, the goal was to make Scandinavian design accessible and affordable. Each release has a unique theme that guides the designers.
'Central to Ikea PS is the idea that simplicity doesn't have to be boring, but that it can reveal design in its purest and most engaging form,' says Maria O'Brian, creative leader at Ikea of Sweden.
Playful Functionality in Focus
The 2026 collection includes convertible chairs, rugs, lighting, textiles, and more. 'What's exciting about the Ikea PS 2026 collection is how it's designed to adapt,' said EJ Middelhoven, head of Home Furnishing & Retail Design. 'For many Canadians, affordability is top of mind, and the furniture they choose needs to offer versatility for changing needs without compromising on design.'
Previous PS Collection Themes
- 1995 — Democratic Design
- 1999 — Design with added value
- 2002 — The space
- 2003 — Unlimited play
- 2006 — What if
- 2009 — Design stories without end
- 2012 — Inspired by history, designed for today
- 2014 — On the way
- 2017 — Live now!
Release Details
The collection launched on May 14 at Ikea stores across Canada, including Coquitlam and Richmond, as well as online for home delivery. Click and collect will be available a week after launch.
Price Range
Prices range from $4.99 for the Moulded Paper Wall Decoration to $499 for the solid pine woven cabinet.
Designers in the 2026 Collection
- Henrik Preutz
- Mikael Axelsson
- Matilda Lindstam Nilsson
- Ellen Hallström
- Lex Pott
- Lukas Bazle
- Maria Vinka
- Ola Wihlborg
- Michelle Armas
- David Wahl
- Friso Wiersma
Availability
The collection is not a limited edition, but some pieces are expected to sell out quickly.
Key Pieces to Watch
- Floor uplighter — $59.99 (blue, dark red, yellow)
- Chair with inflatable seat/back cushion — $229
- Cabinet, pine — $499
- Table clock, red — $59.99
With its blend of affordability, versatility, and Scandinavian design, the Ikea PS 2026 collection offers something for every home.
