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Retro Gamer Furnishings

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Dual Arcade Table by Surface Tension Combines Fun with Fancy

— December 4, 2011 — Art & Design
Gaming nerds will have something to rejoice about with the new Dual Arcade Table by Surface Tension, which features over 60 retro arcade games. All the classics, from Pac-Man and Tetris, are included in this beautifully crafted gaming table.

An elegant coffee table can add much personality to any space; however, if you have the Dual Arcade Table by Surface Tension, your room will be filled with elegance and entertainment. The gaming table features high-quality wood veneer, 19-inch LCD display screen reinforced with 6-millimeter toughened glass, and dual controllers for multiplayer options. Each table is handcrafted in the United Kingdom, and is loaded with 60 of your favorite childhood games. Combining a sleek design with modern technology makes for an excellent gaming experience without compromising style.

The Dual Arcade Table by Surface Tension is not cheap though, carrying a hefty price tag of $3,100.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Gaming Trend - As the popularity of retro gaming increases, there is an opportunity to create more visually appealing, high-quality retro arcade furnishings that cater to gaming enthusiasts.
2. Multi-functional Furniture Trend - The popularity of multi-functional furnishings continues to grow, and the Dual Arcade Table by Surface Tension showcases the potential to combine entertainment with practicality in a seamless way.
3. Handcrafted Furniture Trend - The appeal of handmade, artisanal furnishings is on the rise, and the Dual Arcade Table by Surface Tension demonstrates the value of handcrafted quality in the digital age.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Industry - The gaming industry can capitalize on the trend of combining high-quality furnishings with retro gaming by creating more products that offer an elevated gaming experience in aesthetically pleasing packages.
2. Furniture Industry - The Dual Arcade Table by Surface Tension is an example of how the furniture industry can cater to niche markets by creating unique, multi-functional pieces that appeal to demographics like gaming enthusiasts.
3. Handmade Industry - The trend toward handmade, artisanal products is an opportunity for the handmade industry to create visually engaging, functional pieces that speak to individual tastes, like the Dual Arcade Table by Surface Tension.
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