Ways to Improve Modern Furniture

Make it easier to repair
Make upholstery easier to remove for laundering or changing color/style
Small pockets in couch and armchairs for tablets and smart phones
Integrated power cords and USB ports for charging devices
Built-in Bluetooth that ‘talks’ to your home thermostat
Surfaces that can heat or cool their occupants
Stylish chairs that fold flat for small apartments whose residents like to host
Lamps that adjust their brightness according to the time of day and whether their room is occupied
Mattresses that monitor your sleep quality and provide feedback via software

Simon Ouderkirk