IKIGLOO is a name that blends together two distinct terms: “ikigai” and “igloo”.

Ikigai is a Japanese concept that translates to “reason for being” or “purpose in life”, encompassing the idea of finding joy, fulfilment, and meaning in one’s existence by aligning one’s passions, talents, values, and pursuits.

Igloo is a traditional Inuit shelter made of snow or ice—a symbol of protection, shelter, and community that represents resilience, adaptability, and ingenuity.

For us, IKIGLOO represents living an authentic, purposeful and intentional life, driven by our passions.

OUR

VISION

We dream of a world where everyone has the opportunity and freedom to self-actualise, live life on their terms, and find fulfilment. We may not change the world, but we’re committed to promoting continuous growth, self-discovery, and authentic, intentional living.

OUR
MISSION

We're on a mission to help you break free from societal expectations, rediscover your authentic self, and design a life worth living by using simple design thinking principles.

A meaningful and fulfilling life is made up of simple, little pleasures that make our hearts skip a beat - like the sheer joy of running barefoot on a sandy beach or dipping our feet in a lake on a warm summer evening. It’s those early mornings in spring when the sun greets us with a smile and the serene winter evenings when the world falls silent.

And let’s not forget about strolling through quiet forests, discovering the wonders of nature, smelling the earthy scent after a heavy rain, tasting freshly picked berries from our grandparents’ garden, and those cosy bonfire nights with our closest friends.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

But beyond all these little pleasures, life is about setting big and small goals and then chasing them with everything we’ve got. It’s about losing track of time when we’re doing something that we truly love and facing our fears head-on, such as climbing mountains when we’re afraid of heights or diving into deep waters without knowing how to swim.

Most importantly, life is about acquiring the freedom to live on our terms and designing the life we want to live – by staying true to ourselves, seeking continuous growth, and creating an exciting vision for our future that enables us to build a life well-lived.

OUR MANIFESTO

Find out what you love and do it often.
If you can’t do something, try anyway.
Always be kind to all living things.
If someone is trying to stop you, go around them.
Never settle & never limit yourself.
Do more than you think is necessary.
Show up for the things that matter.
Take care of your mind and body.
Celebrate solitude.
Reinvent yourself often.
Don’t let others' words define you.
If you don’t like something, remove yourself from it.
Always stay true to yourself.
Work towards becoming the best version of yourself.
Read books, explore the world, and try new experiences to open your mind.
Create your own life story & blaze your own trail if necessary.