RV

RV shipments through October 2017 totaled 426,932 units, an increase of 17.6% from the same period in 2016. This continues seven consecutive years of shipments growth as the industry has bounced back from effects of the great recession.

If you’re one of the thousands who purchased these RVs and plan to hit the road this spring or summer, it may be time to think about adding some smart furnishings for your home away from home (or for some full timers, your home, period).

More and more companies are offering new designs that provide comfort, style and specificities for life on the road. There is much more opportunity for customization than ever, and many more ways to get what you want and need to live your best RV life. For instance, heavy built-in wooden elements are being replaced by alternate designs using synthetic foams and paper. People want all the amenities of home, it just takes a little engineering and creativity.

Companies like TVLiftCabinet are also stepping up, offering

Outdoor recreation is booming these days. In fact, RVing hasn’t been this popular since before the recession in the early 2000s. People of all backgrounds and ages are getting away to the outdoors – and hitting the road to see what’s around the bend. Some people are not only giving up landlines, they’re giving up their home base to live in their RVs full-time. Increases in telecommuting options and the lower costs of living in an RV are making this lifestyle a huge trend, especially among adventure-seeking millennials.

One thing that has made this trend possible is the advances in RV tech. Newer RVs are fully equipped to be “smart homes.” This includes touchscreens to control the environment, dim the lights and even bring down the awnings. It also includes sophisticated GPS systems and satellite/Wi-Fi technologies that allow them to get away and stay in touch along the way.

Manufacturers are also producing more enjoyable living spaces in today’s modern RVs – both living and sleeping spaces

Crystal Pointe TV Lift Cabinet

Thoreau once said, “in wildness is the preservation of the world,” and millions of people head for the wide open spaces each year seeking wilderness, beauty and family time. But for many people, going to the wild and “living” wild are two very different things. According to Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA), there are nearly nine million RVs on the road.

The RVIA says that many of today’s campers expect deluxe amenities, both inside and outside. Many expect a resort-like experience when they stop, with tennis courts, swimming pools and golf nearby. Architects who design log cabins are also seeing an increase in demand for deluxe amenities in family-owned rustic cabins.

After spending the day hiking, fishing or exploring the great outdoors, people want to return to modern amenities, like full kitchens that include microwaves and living rooms that have modern electronics and full-size, flat-screen television sets.

Many people, especially those