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Sean's Custom IKEA Storage Bed
- Sean Cole built a custom queen-sized storage bed by hacking IKEA Calyx shelves and using wooden doors from Home Depot.
- His project reflects a creative, hands-on approach to overcoming living space limitations in New York City.
IKEA's Global Uniformity Enables Hacking
- IKEA Hackers.net hosts global DIY hacks thanks to IKEA's uniform product lineup worldwide.
- This consistency allows people everywhere to replicate hacks easily, creating a global community.
Hacking IKEA Beyond Materials
- IKEA hacking involves not only modifying materials but also subverting the IKEA brand and its symbolism.
- Hackers creatively outwit IKEA's modularity by mixing and matching parts, expressing identity through transformation.