Folks in the Lower Mainland, specifically the Fraser Valley, are set to receive a new Ikea location, but it operates slightly differently from a standard store.
Expected to open later this fall, Ikea will be opening at West Oaks Mall, 32700 South Fraser Way, Unit 80, in Abbotsford.
What’s different is that it’s a “plan and order point.” Based on our research, an Ikea plan and order point is a smaller-scale store. Ikea says these stores offer one-on-one planning services with experts who can design and purchase home furnishing solutions for any room.
That includes kitchen renovations or bedroom storage systems.
“Once orders have been placed, they can be delivered to their homes or collected from the pick-up location at the plan and order point.”
Unfortunately, you won’t be able to get yourself any meatballs at this location.
“For those looking to instantly refresh their spaces, visitors to the Abbotsford Plan and order point will be able to shop up to 100 products from the Ikea range (excluding food – sorry, no meatballs) for immediate purchase and takeaway,” Ikea says.
A plan and order point in Ontario. (Ikea Canada)
“With the ongoing success and positive customer response to our existing plan and order points, we see that Canadians are seeking inspiration and expertise to improve their spaces and better meet their evolving needs at home,” said Jessie Quick, Country Business Development and Transformation Manager, Ikea Canada, in a statement.
Ikea Canada says these order points are one of the many ways that it has been transforming its business to offer customers a seamless retail experience, “wherever, whenever, and however customers choose to shop.”
“Insights show that Plan and order points help to reduce the distances that customers must travel to visit an Ikea location, which has affordability, accessibility, and sustainability benefits.”
This Fraser Valley location marks the 11th Ikea store in Canada. Currently in B.C., Ikea Canada operates two stores, six pick-up locations and a customer distribution centre.
“We’re thrilled to bring this unique Ikea format to BC and support the many Fraser Valley residents in creating a better everyday life at home through beautiful, functional, and sustainable home furnishings that fit their budget,” said Janet McGowan, Market Area Manager, West Market.
Ikea is also hiring in Canada; check out their careers page if you’re interested.
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