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Chic Expanding Sofas

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Shrinkable Sofa Transforms from an Armchair to a Three-Seated Couch

— January 25, 2018 — Art & Design
Most home owner lack space in their homes due to the prevalence of compact living, so one company has developed a shrinkable sofa, which can change its form to suit a variety of a home owner's short and long-term interior design needs.

This transforming couch can shift from an armchair, to a love seat, to a three-seated couch in a few simple moves. This means, that a home owner can save space, without limiting their abilities to entertain friends. In addition to its 3-in-1 capabilities, this couch arrives in a variety of styles, including leather and fabric.

The Shrinkable Sofa has successfully completed its prototyping phase, and expects to be ready for distribution in the summer of 2018.
Trend Themes
1. Transforming Furniture - The development of shrinkable sofas creates an opportunity for other companies to create multi-functional, space-saving furniture.
2. Flexible Design - A flexible design that can adapt to a variety of spaces provides an opportunity for furniture designers to create customizable pieces that can transform to fit the needs of homeowners.
3. Compact Living Solutions - Furniture companies can capitalize on the trend of compact living by creating innovative and space-saving furniture solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture companies can use this innovation to create customizable, space-efficient furniture that can adapt to different living needs.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can use this type of furniture to create stylish and space-saving living environments that accommodate various lifestyles.
3. Home Renovation - The development of this type of furniture can be integrated into home renovation plans that require space-saving design and functionality.
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