GF has been a trusted partner to IKEA, providing architecture, site planning, entitlement, prototype design, project scheduling, and graphics for more than 27 store locations across the United States. These stores, typically around 350,000 SF on sites ranging from 5 to 22 acres, showcase GF’s expertise in designing and managing large-scale retail projects.
GF’s work spans standard prototypes as well as innovative solutions, including multi-level vertical stores in urban areas, a brownfield reclamation site, and a waterfront store in New York City. The firm also supports IKEA’s sustainability goals through environmentally responsible design practices, including LEED-accredited applications.
Through this longstanding partnership, GF continues to deliver creative, sustainable, and innovative solutions that support IKEA’s vision and growth.