Geek Furniture Comes to Life
Rose A. Valenta — July 20, 2007 — Art & Design
References: evilmadscientist & luxurylaunches
Motion inspires this interactive LED coffee table. Its design features a network of 32 optical sensors and works in daylight as well as night time. It looks awesome when something like a cat walks across it in the dark.
Implications - The sensors are super sensitive, allowing for every one of your actions to be reflected back. Ultimately, this piece is so much more than a table, it's like a strange, but cool mechanical coffee companion. The calming lights that come from the piece are sure to ease you after a long day of work and stress--plus, the table only consumers 35 watts of power. This is allegedly less than a standard light bulb!
Implications - The sensors are super sensitive, allowing for every one of your actions to be reflected back. Ultimately, this piece is so much more than a table, it's like a strange, but cool mechanical coffee companion. The calming lights that come from the piece are sure to ease you after a long day of work and stress--plus, the table only consumers 35 watts of power. This is allegedly less than a standard light bulb!
Trend Themes
1. Interactive LED Furniture - The motion-activated LED coffee table represents a trend of integrating interactive technology into furniture designs.
2. Optical Sensor Integration - The network of 32 optical sensors showcases the trend of incorporating advanced sensor technology into consumer products.
3. Energy-efficient Design - The low power consumption of the coffee table demonstrates the trend of designing furniture with energy efficiency in mind.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - This interactive LED coffee table presents opportunities for furniture designers to create unique and engaging pieces that incorporate technology.
2. Sensor Technology - The integration of optical sensors in the coffee table opens doors for sensor technology companies to expand their applications in diverse consumer products.
3. Sustainable Lighting - The energy-efficient design of the coffee table highlights opportunities for sustainable lighting companies to develop eco-friendly lighting solutions for interior spaces.
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