# Technology-Hiding Tables The 'SHIFT' Office Table Holds Devices and Other Technology Gear By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-table References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/shift-tech-table-designed-to-suit-your-living-and-office-space/) & [fancy.to](http://fancy.to/iez108) Many office tables are designed to simply offer a spot to take care of work, but the 'SHIFT' table is intended to help make each and every day a little bit more efficient. Outfitted with a section for [storing, holding and charging technology items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/discreet-charging-station), the 'SHIFT' Table is a modern interpretation of the office workstation. Technology in the office has now become commonplace, yet few furniture designs have changed to reflect this. The 'SHIFT' table holds [tablets, smartphones and charging equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zagg-desk-mat) securely in place under the end section to keep [office workstations organized](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modulo-1). The 'SHIFT' office table can be purchased in a variety of different sizes and color options to ensure that it fits well with the decor of existing office spaces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Technology-integrating Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design furniture that seamlessly integrates technology for increased efficiency in the workplace. - **Organizational Workstations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create office tables with built-in storage compartments and charging capabilities to keep workspaces clutter-free and organized. - **Customizable Office Furniture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop office tables that can be personalized with various sizes and color options to meet the unique needs and aesthetics of different work environments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new designs and materials to create technology-friendly office furniture that enhances productivity. - **Technology and Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with furniture manufacturers to develop innovative ways to incorporate technology devices seamlessly into office furniture. - **Interior Design and Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer design services specializing in customizing office furniture to create harmonious and functional workspaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Computer-Equipped Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-coffee-table.md) - [Multifuntional Modular Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-transformer-table.md) - [Tech-Packed Bedroom Nightstands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bedside-table.md) - [Folding Multifunctional Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ignite-desk.md) - [Technology Disconnection Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unhook-table.md) - [Multilevel Minimalist Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-office-table.md) - [Storage-Packed Workstation Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-x-shelf-x-self-table.md) - [Subtly Smart Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etto-table.md) - [Minimalist Tech-Charging Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adap-table.md)