Home furnishing trends (including standing desks and TV lifts!)

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Home furnishing trends (including standing desks and TV lifts!)

Interior design trends come and go. One year might see a resurgence in hardwood, while another might see glass make a comeback.

One thing that never goes out of fashion however? Good ergonomics!

When deciding what furniture to use in your home or workplace, itโ€™s important to choose furniture that not only looks good, but is also comfortable and safeguards your health.

Luckily for you, current trends are putting more and more emphasis on ergonomics – here are just a couple of trends that combine design aesthetic with healthy and safe ergonomics.

5 Home Furnishing Trends Combines Design Aesthetic

1) Choose space-saving furnishings

With Aussie homes shrinking, space is starting to become more and more important – ample room has become a luxury!

And despite moves towards open-plan offices, floor space is still at a premium for many workplaces.

As such, furniture designers are increasingly looking for ways to save room.

One current trend in home and office furnishings thatโ€™s taking off are TV lifts.

These innovative space-saving inventions enable your plasmas, LCDs, LEDs, and monitors โ€œpop upโ€ or โ€œpop-downโ€ when not in use.

This can save considerable amounts of space to be used for other purposes when you arenโ€™t watching your favourite television show or engrossed in the latest blockbuster movie.

Not to mention, they offer a range of other benefits too!

For example, TV lifts protect your screen from damage when not in use, as well as UV damage (some LCD screens are very sensitive to strong sunlight).

Finally, for certain businesses, the slick sci-fi aesthetic they offer can help โ€œwowโ€ potential customers and business partners! Best of all, your conference room has a ton more purposes when the television or plasma screen isnโ€™t constantly taking up half the table.

 

2) Furniture tailored for you

One size doesnโ€™t fit all – this is something that more and more furniture designers are finally starting to take on board!

Adjustability doesnโ€™t just matter from a comfort standpoint either (though thatโ€™s certainly important) – it also plays a role in ergonomics and health.

For example, an electric standing desk can be adjusted for use standing and seated. This allows you to adjust your desk to your own, exact specifications and level of comfort that matches your height.

Not only that, but electric standing desks also allow you to alternate between sitting and standing while working in your home office.

This opens the door to many potential health benefits, and can help you avoid common issues that come with a sedentary lifestyle.

 

3) High-tech furniture

We have smart TVs, electric cars and smartphonesโ€ฆ it was only a matter of time before our furniture started incorporating cutting-edge technology too!

In the old days, adjusting a sit-stand desk was a major pain in the neck. Youโ€™d have to fiddle with knobs and levers until you got your desk at the perfect height.Thankfully, itโ€™s much easier nowadays (which is probably why theyโ€™re starting to take off!)

Electric standing desks can be adjusted with the push of a button. Youโ€™ll be able to switch between sitting and standing with ease, in just a few seconds.

 

Not to mention, youโ€™ll also be able to โ€œsaveโ€ a set height, meaning you wonโ€™t ever have to worry about missing that โ€œsweet spotโ€ ever again.

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4) Minimalism

The future is minimalist – simple as that.

Modern design focuses on sleekness and seamless designs. That means minimising clutter and creating smooth surfaces.

So itโ€™s no wonder TV lifts are starting to take off!

Like we mentioned above, TV lifts hide screens when they arenโ€™t in use, leaving a smooth and seamless cabinet or desk behind.

However, these arenโ€™t the only recent furniture innovations designed with minimalism in mind!

In workplaces, CPU holders are becoming more and more popular.

Think about how much space a desktop PC takes up. Thatโ€™s a lot of room that could be used for other office equipment, or simply left clear.

By securely storing the CPU tower underneath the desk, CPU holders save space and contribute to a seamless, minimalist office desk.

 

5) Furniture that protects your health and safety

We live increasingly sedentary lives. Unfortunately, that comes with a range of potential health problems:

  • Poor circulation
  • Increased pressure on the spine
  • Higher glucose, insulin and blood fat
  • Higher chance of heart disease

Thankfully, designers are starting to realise how health-conscious weโ€™re becoming, and are designing ergonomic furniture to protect you from these problems.

According to medical professionals, alternating between sitting and standing is the secret to avoiding the downsides of sitting for long periods and of standing for too long.

In response to this, electric standing desks are hitting the market in larger numbers.

Another issue is monitor height. Ideally, your eyes should be level with the upper half of your screen. You should not be, by default, craning your neck down to view your screen. One way to address this seemingly small problem (that can result in neck, shoulder, and back pain) is a desk platform, like Ergomotionโ€™s Microdesk.

All these and more are just some of the ways furniture is catching up to modern trends!

 

Donโ€™t get left behind: choose furniture that combines design and ergonomics

Want your home furniture to reflect the latest trends?

If so, youโ€™ll want to contact Ergomotion!

We offer a range of modern furniture and accessories, including TV lifts and sit-stand desks. Theyโ€™ll keep your home, home office, or workplace at the forefront of design and trends

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Moreover, each is carefully designed to improve health, safety, production and work quality, all in one. We offer custom-made solutions for any kind of work or home environment.

Want to learn more? Contact Ergomotion on (03) 9579 1454 or fill in this form and we will be in touch.

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Guy Director
Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. Ergomotion Director since 2005.

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Fran Prem 29/05/25

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So happy with my new sit/stand desk. The price was very competitive and the quality is excellent. It's very unusual these days to have the level of human to human customer service Guy offered, from the time of ordering all the way to installation. Guy delivered my desk on time, put it together, set up my computer and tidied away the cables. Such a nice person, and a wonderful experience. Would highly recommend.

Pree P 28/03/25

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My brother in lawโ€™s glowing recommendation of the ergomotion sit- stand desk that he has been using for a few years now, and specially the service that Guy delivers, piqued my interest. And now I am convert!

From the moment I first interacted with Guy to the day my standing desk arrived, Iโ€™ve been nothing short of impressed. The booking process was incredibly smooth and hassle-free - Guy made everything so simple and straightforward. His customer service was top-notch, with clear communication and genuine helpfulness made the overall process even more amazing. I appreciate how patiently he answered my questions and explained the care instructions for the wooden top.

For the product itself! The standing desk is a game-changer - the attention to detail, premium material used, beautiful design, smooth adjustment all transformed my home office. The craftsmanship is top-notch. What really sets this experience apart is how much I genuinely enjoy using the desk every single day. Would highly recommend!! Thank you ๐Ÿ™

Wesley Dao 12/02/25

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Bought a standing desk after looking around at options. Solid wood and Linak frame so all around good quality. Assembly was simple with an electric screwdriver. Guy was very helpful and responsive.

Amanda O 28/01/25

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Bought a standing desk and I love it. Quality product at a great price. Amazing service from Guy, who helped explain the desk and accessories for efficient workspace setup. I highly recommend.

Rick Bruce 02/11/24

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After doing some due diligence and research into actuators I settled on this unit from ergomotion this unit is so solid and the operation is quite and flawless. The purchasing process and the shipping was absolutely fantastic!! I couldnโ€™t be happier with the product and the entire process, I would highly recommend this companyโ€ฆ. Rick Bruce

Shelley Jensen 07/09/24

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Guy (the owner) delivered the desk and set it up quickly. He then gave me a lesson on how to use it and how to get the most out of it. Arrived on time and was absolutely lovely to deal with throughout the whole process. Highly recommend.

clifford sneider 06/09/24

Google
Guy was fantastic and the desk is amazing

Jo Manning 08/08/24

Google
I bought an adjustable desk from Guy a couple of years ago, got great service and good price. Recently we had a tiny issue which could not be fixed over the phone. Guy was more than happy to come out and look at it 2 days later. All fixed! I really appreciated his patience with me and accommodating us so quickly. Great old fashioned service and piece of mind. I love it. I know where to get my second desk when needed. Thank you Guy. Jo Manning

Deborah Hunt 25/07/24

Google
ergomotion were fantastic to deal with. excellent customer service and a great product.

Andrew Pieterse 14/06/24

Google
Great service and really quick shipping. It is great to know that you are getting quality parts from a Scandinavian manufacturer with your standing desk purchase rather than the cheap knock off stuff you get from other major brands. Reasonably priced for the quality too!
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