IKEA Artist in Residence: Annie Leibovitz
Inspired by the insights of the annual Life at Home Report, Annie Leibovitz and IKEA step inside the homes of people from around the world, creating intimate photographic portraits of their life at home.
Research from the IKEA Life at Home Report shows that nearly half of us feel that our life at home isn’t regularly shown in the media.
We set out to change that view and more accurately represent people in their homes around the world. We explore the realities of life at home through the lens of renowned American photographer Annie Leibovitz, the first IKEA Artist in Residence. No sets or stylists, just real people and real lives – a collection of 25 unique homes and stories from across the globe.
The full collection of portraits and accompanying stories can be viewed by anyone, anywhere, online.
Across seven countries – from Italy, to India, Japan and beyond – step into a few of the homes featured as part of this honest exploration of everyday life, together with Annie Leibovitz.
Nina Tame, United Kingdom
Comfort in the chaos
Nina Tame describes her household as “chaotic”, shared by two parents, four children, two puppies, one dog and a cat. But the hustle and bustle contribute to a vibrant dynamic that “just works.”
Nina with sons, Clark, Charlie, Cary and Casper. With dogs, Steven and Rocket, in Essex.
Priyanka in Mumbai.
Priyanka Paul, India
‘I feel like a real person here’
For artist-activist Priyanka Paul, this two-bedroom apartment is a sanctuary, playground and canvas all in one. When not fighting passionately for the causes Priyanka believes in, home becomes a place of rest and sleep.
Maria Arrechea, Germany
From pavement to purpose
Balancing on boards is as important as balancing life for Maria Arrechea. The Berlin-based creative is able to find calm at home amid an active lifestyle.
Maria with friends Mayuko, Pau and Leno, in Berlin.
Raul with grandmother, Rosie, and girlfriend, Jessica, in California.
Raul Elias, United States
A safe space to learn
At the age of four, Raul Elias moved from a small town in Mexico to California. Now, home has become a place where he feels safe to learn and unafraid of making mistakes or asking questions.