Xbox's Design Chief Credits Ikea's Billy Bookcase as a Key Influence on Console Shapes

Xbox design chief Carl Ledbetter revealed that the Billy bookcase from Ikea has long served as a de facto test for console designs, influencing how the hardware fits into home environments. This connection led to a new collaboration between Xbox and Ikea, launching the YXSTABY collection, a nine-piece line of gaming furniture and accessories. The lineup includes chairs with console pockets, thumbstick-shaped stools, and X-shaped pillows, designed for interactive use.