As the world around us continues to change, so do the trends and capabilities of the items inside our homes. Smart furniture is an excellent example of this, and is the latest trend in home décor. If you are not familiar with the term, “smart furniture” refers to furniture that has been designed to be used in conjunction with technology, or furniture that has been built with the modern world in mind.
With technology everywhere, it is no surprise to see it migrating over to the way we decorate our homes – instead of wires, speakers, and other unsightly “clutter” in our homes, we now have the ability to seamlessly integrate modern technology into the style of our home. It is stylish, chic, and designed to make your life easier.
Before investing in tech-savvy pieces, it’s important to understand the benefits and how they will work in your home.
Convenience
Probably the most obvious benefit is that smart furniture adds a lot of convenience to your life and home. By investing in a few key pieces of furniture with charging ports and power banks, you mitigate a lot of the unseemly cords and chargers around your home.
Versatility
Smart furniture also adds versatility and efficiency to your home. By utilizing a piece that offers more than one function, you are able to eliminate unnecessary pieces and “clutter” that you might have gathered over time.
Energy-Saving
Smart furniture also offers numerous energy-saving benefits. Using features like motion sensors and timers will help reduce electricity costs by automatically shutting power off when not in use.
Compatibility
A huge benefit of smart furniture is its compatibility with other devices such as smartphones, tablets, TVs, speakers, and more. Whether you use Alexa, Google Home, or just an app on your phone, by updating your furniture and accessories, you’ll be able to control everything with a simple command or tap of your fingers. This makes it easier than ever to stay connected while enjoying all the comforts of home.
Incorporating Smart Furniture into Your Home
There are a variety of ways to begin adding smart furniture into your home, but here are a few of our favorite styles.
Smart Desks
With working from home becoming the norm, the demand for quality desks has risen. A great option when investing in a new piece of office furniture is a smart desk. These offer built-in features which allow you to customize your workspace to fit your needs. A smart desk is a huge asset to your home office. With adjustable heights, you are able to sit or stand throughout your work day. USB and Qi wireless charging stations provide an additional benefit right at your fingertips.
Smart Sofas
These are an excellent way to remove ugly cords from around your living room. Smart sofas come equipped with multiple charging ports, allowing everyone in your home to comfortably charge their own personal devices, from where they are sitting.
Smart Cocktail Tables
In addition to providing charging opportunities, another great feature of smart cocktail tables is built in speakers. Whether hidden or built into the design of the piece, a cocktail table that doubles as a Bluetooth speaker will make entertaining a breeze.
Smart furniture is an excellent option for those looking at easy ways to upgrade their living space without compromising on style or comfort. If you’re ready to invest in a piece of smart furniture, our showroom design experts at Hickory Furniture Mart would love to help. Visit us today or contact us online to get started. Investing in smart furniture may be just what you need to turn your home into a modern haven.
Furniture Technology Stores
- Home Office – USB charging port options
- Bedroom Nightstands – USB charging port options
Heritage Furniture Outlet by Southern Heritage Home
- Steve Silver – USB charging port options
- Bassett – USB charging port options
- Century – USB charging port options
- Flexsteel – USB charging port options
- Hancock & Moore – USB charging port options
- La-Z-Boy – USB charging port options
- Southern Motion – USB charging port options
- American Leather – Charging stations on consoles
- American Leather/Incanto/Natuzzi – USB charging ports on select models
- Natuzzi – Speakers on Duca model
- Stressless by Ekornes – USB charging port table