I have mixed emotions about IKEA. There's tons of options on cheaply made disposable furniture(It's not the stuff you make an investment in and pass it down to your kids), and a huge selection of inexpensive household goods, but it's of somewhat low quality and the store is gargantuan. It's nice to see the ideas on decorating and how you could set things up, though. We have gotten several pieces for kid's rooms and half the time things are missing or damaged. It's a PIA to have to drive back up there from Tucson to get the needed parts and it takes quite a bit of wait time out of your day. You can get similar self-build, particle board furniture at Walmart or Target and I would not take any chances on their kitchen remodeling products or services.