While technology changes constantly and we struggle to keep up, our home furniture today remains not so different from our grandparents'. Sure, fashions come and go (and often later return), but the basic functionality of our furnishings and storage remains largely the same. Or so it seems. However, as we are about to see, some subtle changes do also occur.

We have already mentioned bedside tables with built-in USB charging points and power outlets, for example, but looking at this beautiful bedside table, you may not immediately see its special technological feature.

But before we look at that, first we look at the table itself. The enchanting minimalist design ensures it fits in with nearly all decors and with other furnishings. The attractive black walnut natural wood grain is elegant as well as very practical, as it has a waterproof finish.

Luke Fildes creator QS:P170,Q1855648, Samuel Luke Fildes - The Empty Chair (The Graphic, 1870), marked as public domain, more details on Wikimedia Commons

The nightstand is completed with two commodious drawers that can slide open smoothly and safely. Their hidden handles have no protruding bars or knots. You don't have to worry about bumping on the handles and getting hurt. Besides, the ergonomic design of the handles allows you to pull out the drawers without hurting your fingers. You can keep your items privately concealed but, at the same time, neat, clean and conveniently accessible. 

But what about that special technology accommodating feature, you may ask. The table's legs, which have black feet to match the dark wood finish, have been cunningly designed to be 5.2 inches high, allowing those modern robot mops that scurry about the floor on their own to pass under the table and do their thing.

The table comes flat-packed for home assembly, but do not worry. It comes with full assembly instructions as well as a link to a video clearly showing every step. Even if you don't own a screwdriver, you can put it together easily – one is included for you!

Also included is a safety feature to prevent the table from accidentally tipping over. This table enhances any room, but especially the bedroom or sitting room.

We wonder what technology will bring us next and how we and our homes will change to accommodate these changes.