IKEA: Magical Patterns | Online Tour

Can't make it to Dovecot in person? Join us for an online tour with curator XXX as they take you through our exciting new exhibition.

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.

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.

Exhibition by the IKEA Museum. 

Please note this online tour will be a recording which can be accessed via YouTube. The link to access recording will be emailed to you at 10:00 (GMT) on Tuesday 9 September 2025. The tour lasts for one hour. You will have access to the recording for 48 hours from 10:00 (GMT) on Tuesday 9 September 2025 to allow you to enjoy the tour in your own time. 

Every ticket sold supports the work of The Dovecot Foundation to advance visual art, craft and design in all its forms.

Please note that tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and may not be exchanged.