Tired of IKEA? Here Are 5 Amazing Brands I Found Inside the Home Planner App

I used to think it was impossible to furnish a room in any interior design app without IKEA.Then I found my dream sofa — and it wasn’t Swedish at all.

Why we automatically default to IKEA

For years, IKEA has been the go-to “fast food” of interiors — quick, affordable, reliable. So when you open an app like Home Planner, it’s easy to assume: “Everything here is from Scandinavia.”

But that couldn’t be further from the truth.

What’s actually inside the Home Planner app?

Over 30,000 real furniture brands and material suppliers — from global giants to boutique ateliers. Whether you’re after sleek office design, contemporary European flair, or cozy classics — you’ll find it all.

Here are 7 brands I was genuinely surprised (and delighted) to find

If you're into interiors, you’ve probably seen these pieces without even realizing it. From iconic chairs to modular sofas that shaped modern living, these are the furniture designs every designer should know — and yes, you can find them all in Home Planner. Let’s take a closer look.

1. BoConcept

Iconic model:

Modena sofa

Designed by Morten Georgsen for BoConcept, combines organic forms with minimalist elegance — ideal for both style and comfort.

Ottawa Modular Sofa

A sleek Scandinavian piece with flowing lines, modular configurability, and USB ports for modern living—perfectly blending form and function. Designed by Karim Rashid, this sculptural modular piece features organic curves and twig-like legs.

Why it shines: Customizable configurations in modern, minimal designs—ideal for flexible, stylish interiors.

2. B&B Italia

Iconic model: Camaleonda Sofa – the legendary modular sofa by Mario Bellini from 1970, reissued for its playful, chameleon-like design.

Why it’s legendary: Mix-and-match modules, bold aesthetic, and extreme comfort—a design statement with real versatility.

3. Fritz Hansen

Iconic model: Egg™ Chair by Arne Jacobsen (1958). Sculptural, enveloping form that provides privacy and timeless design elegance.

Why it's enduring: A Scandinavian design masterpiece—sculptural, cozy, and instantly iconic.

4. Herman Miller

Iconic models: 

Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman

• Designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1956—molded plywood and leather craftsmanship celebrated in MoMA’s permanent collection

  
  

Aeron Chair

• Launched in 1994 by Bill Stumpf & Don Chadwick, it revolutionized office seating with breathable Pellicle mesh, PostureFit SL lumbar support, and 8Z ergonomic zones

• Adjustable in three sizes, with remastered 2016 version enhancing tilt and support systems .

Why it leads: Merges cutting-edge ergonomics with sleek form—ideal for workspaces and functional interiors.

5. Ashley Furniture

Popular models: Darcy Sofa and Bladen Sofa. Affordable, cozy, and widely loved across North America for their approachable style and easygoing comfort.

Why it’s practical: Accessible, comfortable, and widely available—perfect for everyday home living.

How to find non-IKEA furniture in the app?

• Use Catalog → More → Brands (A–Z) to browse by name, pick your favorite, and narrow down with filters.

• Explore curated furniture and style filters like Scandinavian, Industrial, Modern, or Luxury.

Why I shifted from IKEA to personal taste

Once I realized how much variety was offered — from ergonomic Herman Miller office pieces to plush Ligne Roset comfort — I lost interest in defaulting to IKEA.

Design started feeling personal, as if I was telling my own story through furniture — not copying a catalog look.

Home Planner isn’t just an IKEA tool —it’s a global design studio in your pocket.

Have you used Home Planner to design without IKEA?

Which brand surprised you most?

Drop a comment — I’d love to add your finds to my list!

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