The Mediano is a multimedia piano/TV shelf hybrid that holds your TV above the piano for some old-fashioned fun. According to Born Rich, the Mediano "adds functionality to the fine old piano by integrating entertainment features including an integrated LCD TV, which pops up at the press of a button."
The idea behind the Mediano is to put a spin on the traditional piano and incorporate it into home decor.
Implications - Hybrid products continue to be the smartest purchases in many consumer's eyes, as they offer 2-in-1 features. A business's ability to create products with multiple purposes represents their embrace of consumers' need for simplicity and functionality within all products.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Hybrid Furniture
- The Mediano is an example of a hybrid furniture that combines different functionalities in one product.
- Multimedia Integration
- The Mediano offers a trend in integration of multimedia technology with traditional home decor items.
- Smart Home Entertainment
- The Mediano represents a trend in creating smart home entertainment systems.
Sectors Adopting This
- Home Furniture
- Home furniture industry has an opportunity to create more hybrid products that cater to multiple functionalities.
- Consumer Electronics
- Consumer electronics manufacturers can explore the integration of technology into traditional home decor items.
- Entertainment Systems
- Companies that specialize in smart home entertainment systems can create products that offer a blend of functionality and design.
