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It will probably take a little longer than a Sunday afternoon to knock up.
But these flat-packed homes from Ikea could be just the answer if a place of your own is proving too costly.
The Swedish furniture company, famous for its cheap but quirky products and its army of fans, has launched its first line of prefabricated houses in the U.S., named the Aktiv.
The hip and modern house was outfitted taking into consideration the demands from Pacific-Northwest homeowners, and is designed to be eco-friendly
It is equipped with facilities such as a dual-flush toilet and energy-star electronics.
According to Jim Russell, president of Ideabox, the complete home 'brings all the fun and design of Ideabox houses together with all the function, design, and personality of Ikea'.
The home will be furnished with a complete Ikea package that includes Tundra maple flooring, Pax wardrobes, and Abstrakt cabinets.

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2108775/Ikea-launches-80-000-flat-pack-DIY-house.html#ixzz1ovQ5bXdp