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Electrically Charged Escritoires

Desk 117 Plugs in to Become a Powerful Productivity Station

— May 23, 2012 — Art & Design
A desk is an important piece of furniture that often unfortunately has its position in a room dictated by the location of the most convenient wall socket. Desk 117 doesn't require such a fuss, nor a lengthy power strip. It can be placed wherever you like, in a way that can emphasizes its sleek and sculptural appearance.

This feature was achieved by David Hsu through the integration of a built-in power bar, fed by a single cable that plugs into the wall. Computers, sound systems, printers, phone chargers and lamps can be connected and kept tidy with coiled cords for a neat and streamlined workstation. Desk 117 accommodates a range of techie needs and its two-tier surface invites an assortment of activities.
Trend Themes
1. Integrated Power Bars - The integration of built-in power bars into furniture eliminates the need for messy power strips and offers a convenient way to power multiple devices.
2. Streamlined Workstations - Designing furniture with built-in power bars and coiled cords promotes a neat and clutter-free workspace, enhancing productivity and organization.
3. Flexible Furniture Placement - Furniture that can be placed anywhere in a room, without the restriction of wall sockets, allows for more versatile and aesthetically pleasing interior design.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - The integration of built-in power bars in desks and other furniture pieces presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the furniture industry to enhance functionality and aesthetics.
2. Home Office Equipment - The development of streamlined workstations with integrated power bars offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the home office equipment industry to improve productivity and organization for remote workers.
3. Interior Design - The availability of furniture with flexible placement options opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for the interior design industry to create more versatile and visually appealing spaces.
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