Now Technology Drives Furniture Design

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The use of modern technology has determined furniture design as well. It is most apparent in the design of entertainment centers.

While entertainment centers are obviously made to accommodate the new entertainment paraphernalia, bedroom sets, accent tables and other furniture pieces are also being made to accommodate our gadgetry. A traditional piece such as a roll top desk can be updated to accommodate laptops and peripherals.

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The nightstands in the Hooker bedroom collection pictured here have pull-out shelves, outlets and USB ports for charging laptops, iPods and phones.