I like this concept. I honestly do. Let the other two reviews at this point, get thrown to the wayside. I wasn't sure what to expect when coming in here, but it was kind of what I needed. Going to a regular IKEA store can be daunting, but this location kind of hits the nail on the head if you kind of already know what you have in mind and just kind of want to see it for yourself.
Yes, it is correct, like the one other review, it is basically a showroom. I've been to one of these before overseas and I really enjoyed it. I was happy to stumble across one like that here.
Coming in, it does almost feel sterile and out of place. Like it's a set for a show. But obviously not. What was really funny in here was that when I first walked in and was greeted I was immediately told where the actual bathroom is. Not sure if that is because a lot of customers come in here in hopes of using the facilities or I looked like I needed to use the facilities myself (I did not).
With that out of the way, I went about looking in the store. I already knew what I wanted and even though it was not currently on display in this store, I was able to find what I wanted. See, they have touchscreens that will allow you to browse everything IKEA has to offer. Once I did find the exact item and color I made my way to the register.
There, the same lady directing me to the facilities, helped me out. Yes, even though this is a showroom, you can order your items here. I did just that. I told the lady what I wanted, since I just looked it up myself and she had in the system in no time.
As for having the item in hand, you can have it delivered to your doorstop. I mean, you've gone this long without the item, why do you need it in your hands right then and there? Don't get angry because what you didn't have all along you still don't have. Look on the bright side, you will have that item shortly.
Or, do like I did, ask if you can have it set aside at a nearby store. I live closer to the College Park location and they were able to make sure that it would be set aside for pickup. Check out and pay in this store and the next day I was able to pick up my item there. It saved me so much hassle. read more