IKEA In-store green screen photography with instant printing

IKEA  In-store green screen photography with instant printing

To celebrate the launch of their latest catalogue, IKEA sought an innovative way to engage customers and strengthen brand loyalty. PictureBlast provided 20 portable green screen photography setups across IKEA stores nationwide, offering customers the opportunity to become “The Catalogue Cover Star.”

PRODUCT: 20 x pop up green screen studios
LOCATION: 20 x IKEA stores nationwide

 

Case Study: IKEA Pop-Up Green Screen Studios

Client: IKEA
Product: 20 x Pop-Up Green Screen Studios
Location: 20 IKEA Stores Nationwide (UK & Ireland)

Challenges

IKEA wanted to create an interactive and memorable experience that would encourage customer engagement while ensuring seamless execution across multiple store locations. The challenge was to provide a uniform and professional setup that could operate efficiently in a high-footfall retail environment.

Solution

PictureBlast deployed 20 portable green screen photography studios, each manned by two staff members to assist customers. The software was specially configured to match each print seamlessly with the IKEA catalogue cover. Customers received a personalized catalogue with their own cover photo, and they could also share their image on social media using IKEA’s campaign hashtags.

Results

  • High Engagement: Over 6,000 customers participated in the campaign across 20 IKEA stores.
  • Memorable Customer Experience: Customers enjoyed the opportunity to feature on a personalized catalogue cover, reinforcing their connection with the brand.
  • Social Media Reach: The integration of social media sharing encouraged additional digital engagement beyond the in-store experience.
  • Brand Loyalty Strengthened: Thousands of personalized catalogues were distributed, making a lasting impression on customers.

Client Feedback

IKEA reported highly positive feedback from customers, who found the experience fun and unique. The campaign successfully increased customer interaction and brand engagement, making it a standout marketing initiative.

Conclusion

The pop-up green screen studio campaign was a resounding success, showcasing how interactive technology can enhance customer engagement and brand loyalty. IKEA’s partnership with PictureBlast delivered a memorable experience for thousands of customers, reinforcing the power of experiential marketing in retail.

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