“The opening of this new IKEA store in Cali strengthens our strategy for expansion and growth of the brand in the region, a value proposition that is highly valued by our customers in both Colombia and Chile. With this, we seek to make the homes of Cali residents a more welcoming and functional place, bringing our home improvement proposal closer to more families,” he pointed Alejandro Arze, Corporate General Manager of Home Improvement at Falabella.
In December, IKEA expanded the presence of its e-commerce platform IKEA.com.co to the main locations in the Valley, providing a comfortable and accessible digital shopping experience. However, the opening of a physical store in the capital of Valle del Cauca was always planned. With this new space, IKEA seeks to strengthen the omnichannel proposal for Cali residents with more than 6,000 products that are characterized by their design, functionality, quality and sustainability at a good price, and now available in physical and online stores.
The inauguration not only represents a milestone for the brand, but also contributes to local economic growth, generating 270 direct jobs.
“The arrival of IKEA to Cali marks a significant milestone for our city as it is its second store in Colombia and the fourth in South America. We are excited about this opening, which offers a wide range of products for Cali families, with more than five thousand options”, express Edwin Maldonado, Secretary of Economic Development of the Cali Mayor’s Office.
For your partJuan Carlos Castro, executive director of Invest Pacifiche stated: “The arrival of IKEA helps to solidify the bets and potential that Valle del Cauca and its population have in the development of the region. We appreciate the decision to settle in our city.”
From Fenalco Valle del Caucahe President of the Board of Directors, Octavio Quinterohighlighted the arrival of the brand to the city and “the vote of confidence in the city that promotes development and well-being as nearly 300 direct jobs are generated that help reactivate the local economy and demand.” In addition, Gladys Barona, director of the union in Valle del CaucaI affirm that “We are happy about the opening of IKEA in Cali, the company has believed in the city, in Colombia. Its arrival means progress, job creation, development and innovation.”
Store Features
The second IKEA store in Colombia is located in the Mallplaza Cali shopping center, south of the city, which makes it easily accessible to residents thanks to its proximity to important roads, stations and bus stops, which will make it easier for the 90% of the population can access the store in less than 60 minutes.
It offers a large space of 15,500 square meters, distributed over three floors. Visitors can explore two fully-equipped apartments and more than 40 exhibition spaces showcasing furniture and décor products presented in a way that all visitors can imagine specific spaces in their homes. In addition, you will find an inspiration area dedicated especially to children, with children’s toys and decorations that meet the highest safety standards in terms of their materials and manufacturing processes.
Additionally, Caleños can enjoy Swedish cuisine in the restaurant, with its famous meatballs and cinnamon rolls, as well as typical dishes from Valle del Cauca, such as sancocho valluno, marranitas and almojábanas.
Store operating hours:
- Monday to Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Sundays and holidays: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For more information about the IKEA Cali store, visit the website www.IKEA.com.co or follow us on social networks.
About IKEA
IKEA offers furniture and home accessories that are characterized by their design, functionality, good price and quality, in addition to being produced with sustainability criteria that take care of people and the planet. There are different companies operating the IKEA brand around the world that share the same vision: creating a better everyday life for the majority of people, because at IKEA we believe that everyone deserves a real home.
With more than 400 stores in 62 markets, IKEA was founded in Sweden, celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2023 and continues its expansion this year with two new stores in Colombia. For more information, visit IKEA.com.co.
