It is probably not an exaggeration to say that the Apple Desk would do big business if it were to go from concept to reality. Designer Sebastian Lara has created a desk designed specifically to hold your iPad and charge your iPod/iPhone.
The desk is minimalist in its design with a silver tabletop reflective of a Macbook and wooden legs. The jacks for both the tablet and the iPhone/iPod are seamlessly integrated into the Apple Desk’s design and do not stick out like sore thumbs. The popularity of all things Apple is only going to grow, and it may be only a matter of time before the company begins to expand its empire to include furniture. If this desk could include a set of speakers, I could see it becoming a huge hit among Apple fanatics.
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Trend Themes
1. Seamless Integration of Devices - The trend of seamlessly integrating devices into furniture design creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry.
2. Apple-inspired Furniture Design - The growing popularity of Apple products creates a trend for furniture designs inspired by Apple's sleek aesthetic, presenting opportunities for innovation in the furniture industry.
3. Multi-purpose Furniture - The demand for furniture that serves multiple functions, such as charging devices, provides opportunities for disruptive innovation in the furniture market.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry can leverage the trend of seamlessly integrating devices into furniture design to create innovative products.
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3. Technology - The technology industry can explore the trend of multi-purpose furniture to create innovative charging solutions for electronic devices.