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The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
IKEA opens largest store outside of Dublin with major change for shoppers & first of its kind experience
IKEA has opened its largest store outside of the capital - with a first of its kind experience for Irish shoppers. The Swedish company's seventh Plan and Order Point is located in 3 IKEA has opened a new store in Waterford today Credit: IKEA 3 First customer Liam Byrne from the local area received a special gift to mark the occasion from IKEA Ireland Marketing Manager Deborah Anderson Credit: IKEA 3 It's IKEA's seventh Plan and Order store Credit: IKEA This new 840m² location is designed to "offer unparalleled convenience and choice". It is over eight times larger than all other existing Plan and Order Points in Ireland, which typically range from 70-100 m². IKEA bosses said: "The store's significant size allows for a more expansive and immersive customer experience, showcasing a selection of inspirational and affordable kitchen ideas, alongside a comprehensive appliance studio. "While retaining its core focus on bespoke kitchen, wardrobe, and living room storage planning, the Waterford Plan and Order Point uniquely features 100 READ MORE IN MONEY Additionally, the store provides a convenient Click & Collect service for any IKEA item ordered online, and serves as an in-store returns location. And in a major change for shoppers, the new location operates on a cashless basis, accepting card and digital payments only. DESIGN DREAM HOMES And the new store will employ 15 new colleagues from the Waterford area who will help customers design their dream homes. Among these, five are dedicated IKEA design specialists who will provide expert home furnishing advice, guiding customers through the design, delivery, and installation of their ideal spaces. Most read in Money Customers can book an appointment at , or drop in to the store, to start their design with one of the five IKEA design specialists. Market Manager at IKEA Ireland, Jayne Owen Gauld said: 'We are absolutely thrilled to officially open our new IKEA Plan and Order Point here in Waterford. "This represents a pivotal moment in our mission to make IKEA more accessible and convenient for everyone across Ireland. "Waterford is a truly vibrant city, and we are confident that this new format, with its dedicated planning expertise, immediate product availability, and seamless Click & Collect service, will perfectly cater to the needs of this wonderful community and the entire Southeast. "We are excited to become a valuable and active member of the Waterford community." 'EXPANSIVE PLANS' The Mayor of Waterford City and County, Councillor Séamus Ryan, welcomed the new store and said it will be "well used" by locals. He said: "Today marks the beginning of IKEA's expansive plans across Ireland and we are delighted that Waterford is the location that has been chosen for the largest IKEA store outside of "As a city committed to innovation and sustainable growth, we are pleased to see IKEA bringing their global reputation for accessible and modern living solutions to Waterford. "We wish IKEA Waterford every success in the months and years ahead. "I have no doubt this new Plan and Order Point will be well used by the citizens of Waterford." And Government Chief Whip and Minister of State at the Department of Health Minister, Mary Butler said: 'The fact that such a renowned and reputable multinational company such as IKEA has chosen our county to expand its Irish footprint is a huge vote of confidence in the economic robustness of Waterford City and the south-east region.'
Irish Independent
04-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
IKEA set to open its doors in Waterford city
As part of its ongoing expansion plans, IKEA will be opening the doors of its seventh 'Plan and Order Point' in Ireland, located in Waterford, at 10am on Thursday, July 17. The new format marks a significant milestone in IKEA's Irish expansion, will create 15 local jobs and will offer 100 products for immediate purchase. Situated at Tramore Road Business Park, Tramore Road, Priorsknock, Waterford, the new location marks a 'pivotal moment' as it will be IKEA's largest store outside of Dublin and introduces an enhanced plan and order point experience, said a spokesperson. 'This innovative format is a first for IKEA in Ireland, designed to offer unparalleled convenience and choice,' announced the company on Friday. "While retaining its core focus on bespoke kitchen, wardrobe, and living room storage planning, the Waterford Plan and Order Point will feature a dedicated section with 100 different IKEA products available for immediate purchase. 'This unique offering, ranging from popular accessories like KALLAX units and RÅSKOG trolleys to essential home items and products for €5 or less, allows customers to walk away with items on the same day.' Additionally, the store will provide a convenient click and collect service, allowing customers to order any IKEA item online and pick up locally free of charge, and will also serve as an in-store returns location. For convenience and efficiency, the new location will operate on a cashless basis, accepting card and digital payments only. Spanning 840sqm, the Waterford plan and order point is 'meticulously designed to inspire.' 'To put its scale into perspective, while it is slightly smaller than IKEA's Carrickmines store in South Dublin, about 1,393sqm, it is over eight times larger than all other existing plan and order points in Ireland, which typically range from 70 to 100sqm. 'This significant size allows for a more expansive and immersive customer experience, showcasing a selection of inspirational and affordable kitchen ideas, alongside a comprehensive appliance studio. 'The opening demonstrates IKEA's commitment to the local economy, with 15 new co-workers from the Waterford area recruited to support customers in designing their dream homes. These specialists will provide expert home furnishing advice, guiding customers through the design, delivery, and installation of their ideal spaces.' ADVERTISEMENT Learn more Customers can book an appointment at or drop in to the store, to start their design with one of the five IKEA design specialists. Jayne Owen Gauld, Market Manager, IKEA Ireland said, 'We are incredibly excited to bring this IKEA experience to Waterford. 'This new plan and order point is not just our largest store outside of Dublin, it's a testament to our commitment to making IKEA more accessible and convenient. We're really looking forward to becoming a part of the vibrant Waterford retail landscape and community.' The new store is located in a retail park, 1.5 km from Waterford city centre, fronting on to the Tramore Road. Its immediate vicinity is a retail hub, home to numerous well-known businesses, reinforcing its accessibility and convenience for customers across the south east. 'This latest opening forms part of IKEA's extensive expansion plans for Ireland, with three more locations earmarked to open within the next year, further transforming IKEA's retail business to meet evolving customer needs,' added the company.
