IKEA opens largest store outside Dublin in Waterford
Eva Osborne
IKEA has opened its seventh plan and order point in Ireland, located in Waterford at Tramore Road Business Park.
The new 840m² location is IKEA's largest store outside Dublin and has introduced an enhanced plan and order point experience, a first for IKEA in Ireland. It is over eight times larger than all other existing plan and order points in Ireland, which typically range from 70-100m².
The new location retains IKEA's core focus on kitchen, wardrobe, and living room storage planning, but the Waterford plan and order point uniquely features 100 IKEA products available for immediate purchase, including accessories like KALLAX units and RÅSKOG trolleys.
Additionally, the store provides a click and collect service for any IKEA item ordered online, and serves as an in-store returns location.
For efficiency, IKEA said, this new location operates on a cashless basis, accepting card and digital payments only.
Market Manager at IKEA Ireland, Jayne Owen Gauld, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to officially open our new IKEA Plan and Order Point here in Waterford. This represents a pivotal moment in our mission to make IKEA more accessible and convenient for everyone across Ireland.
"Waterford is a truly vibrant city, and we are confident that this new format, with its dedicated planning expertise, immediate product availability, and seamless click and collect service, will perfectly cater to the needs of this wonderful community and the entire Southeast. We are excited to become a valuable and active member of the Waterford community.
Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr Séamus Ryan said: "Today marks the beginning of IKEA’S expansive plans across Ireland and we are delighted that Waterford is the location that has been chosen for the largest Ikea store outside of Dublin.
"As a city committed to innovation and sustainable growth, we are pleased to see IKEA bringing their global reputation for accessible and modern living solutions to Waterford.
"We wish IKEA Waterford every success in the months and years ahead. I have no doubt this new plan and order point will be well used by the citizens of Waterford."
