'Athena' Sofa Features An Integrated Computer
Cecilia Biemann — February 4, 2009 — Luxury
References: bornrich.org
Fans of intelligent multimedia furniture will love this 'Athena' sofa which features an integrated computer.
From the comfort of this geek-chic looking upholstered sofa you can connect with the multi-room systems and do everything from sending emails to watching TV.
This geeky luxury comes at a hefty price though. To enjoy this stylish fusion of furniture and multimedia, the 'Athena' will set you back around $15,000.
Implications - Products that promote and incorporate convergence are at the cutting edge of cool. Convergence allows consumers to use a single product which houses the functions of several products, such as this sofa which allows you to lounge while simultaneously surf the web. Industries should converge their various products into a single model to make them more compact and convenient to carry.
From the comfort of this geek-chic looking upholstered sofa you can connect with the multi-room systems and do everything from sending emails to watching TV.
This geeky luxury comes at a hefty price though. To enjoy this stylish fusion of furniture and multimedia, the 'Athena' will set you back around $15,000.
Implications - Products that promote and incorporate convergence are at the cutting edge of cool. Convergence allows consumers to use a single product which houses the functions of several products, such as this sofa which allows you to lounge while simultaneously surf the web. Industries should converge their various products into a single model to make them more compact and convenient to carry.
Trend Themes
1. Convergence of Furniture and Technology - The integration of technology into furniture creates opportunities for convenient and streamlined user experiences.
2. Luxury Multimedia Solutions - The demand for high-end multimedia integration in furniture opens up a market for luxurious and technologically advanced products.
3. Multi-room Entertainment Systems - The rise of multi-room entertainment systems creates opportunities for furniture designs that seamlessly integrate with these systems.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture - The furniture industry can explore innovative designs that integrate technology to provide enhanced user experiences.
2. Technology - The technology industry can develop products and software solutions that seamlessly integrate with furniture, offering new possibilities for entertainment and productivity.
3. Luxury Goods - Luxury goods companies can cater to the demand for high-end multimedia solutions in furniture by developing premium and stylish products.
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