Brands incorporate voice-activated functions into furniture pieces
Trend - The incorporation of voice-activated features into home furnishing items, rather than only lighting, design and security systems, is on the rise. More than elevating the use of the items themselves, these products appeal to the idea that consumers seek optimization and multifunctionality in long-term investment pieces.
Insight - Voice-integrated systems have become part of many consumers' everyday lives, in large part for the convenience they offer. Seamlessly integrated technology that empowers consumers to organize their routines and make home purchases allow for more focus on aspects of their routines that require more time and attention--like professional and social responsibilities.
Insight - Voice-integrated systems have become part of many consumers' everyday lives, in large part for the convenience they offer. Seamlessly integrated technology that empowers consumers to organize their routines and make home purchases allow for more focus on aspects of their routines that require more time and attention--like professional and social responsibilities.
Workshop Question - At what point in your product or service could your brand add (or enhance) voice-activated technology?
Trend Themes
1. Voice Activated Home Furnishing - Home furnishing items with voice-activated feature appeal to the idea that consumers seek optimization and multifunctionality in long-term investment pieces.
2. Smart Connected Furniture Design - Office furniture designed with IoT capabilities, connectivity in the workplace, and ergonomic comfort balances modern design, comfort and technological innovation.
3. Space Saving Robotic Closets - Shapeshifting furniture powered by robotics with shape-shifting capabilities can transform any living space on demand, perfect for modern compact dwellings.
Industry Implications
1. Home Furnishings - Home furnishings incorporating voice-activated features like wardrobes and beds which contribute to the convenience they offer in consumer's everyday lives.
2. Office Furniture - Office furniture lines that balance modern design with IoT capabilities offering connected charging ports and hooks which hold headphones
3. Robotics and Smart Homes - Shapeshifting furniture powered by robotics, seamless integration of Alexa and IoT devices in homes, and smart speakers integrated with luxury beds adapt technology into the bedroom and transform one's living space.
