"A former symbol of postwar convenience is making a comeback in American homes as more people eat, work and unwind in front of the television. Chalk it up to remote work, smaller living spaces and streaming culture: All of this is reshaping how people spend their time at home, and reaching for the once-kitschy TV tray. "Eating on the couch has become a lot more normal," said Isfira Jensen, CEO and principal designer of Jensen & Co. Interiors in New York City."
""The living room is doing double duty, which creates a practical need for furniture that can slide in and out of view as needed," she told Fox News Digital. The comeback ties closely to post-pandemic habits and a culture built around streaming and comfort, Vogue magazine recently reported. Modern home designs are being influenced by where people actually spend their time - and that's often in front of a screen. Fewer Americans are gathering around the dining table these days as well."
TV trays have regained popularity as more people eat, work and relax in front of screens. Remote work, streaming culture and smaller living spaces have reshaped daily life at home and increased demand for compact, flexible furniture. Living rooms are serving multiple functions, creating a need for pieces that can slide in and out of view. Fewer than half of Americans now regularly eat at a dining table while couch dining has risen and dining away from home has increased, per USDA. Designers report versatile trays act as mini desks, dining tables and drink stands, priced from about $10.99 to $199, reflecting pragmatism rather than nostalgia.
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