SÅNGHÅLLARE: An IKEA on-ear headphones concept.
SÅNGHÅLLARE are a pair of modular, noise cancelling headphones designed to take after the iconic Swedish furniture store's product language.
Product Ideation
In order to develop a product that would not take away from the distinctive Swedish style that creates the cohesion behind IKEA's brand identity, it was vital to understand the values and trends the brand adheres to. The most prominent ones include: SustainabilityIconic minimalismMuted colour paletteHigh-end aesthetic at a low-costExperimental material selection
After completing a few sketches, a series of physical sketch models were constructed (also shown on this page).
Inspired by IKEA's smart home products; utilizes friendly shapes for a simple UI
Defined Concept Iterations
Simple, metallic finish; detachable earcups; more premium, modular design
Earcup and unique material experimentation; emphasis on adjustability
"To design a desk which may cost $1,000 is easy for a furniture designer but to design a functional and good desk which shall cost only $50 can only be done by the very best" ~ Ingvar Kamprad
— Ingvar Kamprad
Final Product
Key Features
