This Clock Gives the Illusion of Weight with Its Concrete Frame
Michael Baxter — June 2, 2014 — Art & Design
References: thenationaldesigncollective & yankodesign
Having a concrete clock makes a big statement in the home. Having anything that is solid like concrete holds a certain amount of weight and when it's your timepiece it holds even more prominence. This concrete clock is made of the real stuff, but unlike other concrete furniture accessories, it one only gives the appearance of heaviness.
The clock itself doesn't have much in the form of accents. There are no numbers around it to tell you the exact time whenever you need it to, opting for a more generalized approach, but it's stone carving makes up for it.
The angular carvings on the clock give good balance and symmetry to the timepiece. Cairo got it right with the design and a only 10 mm thick, it's easy to move around too.
The clock itself doesn't have much in the form of accents. There are no numbers around it to tell you the exact time whenever you need it to, opting for a more generalized approach, but it's stone carving makes up for it.
The angular carvings on the clock give good balance and symmetry to the timepiece. Cairo got it right with the design and a only 10 mm thick, it's easy to move around too.
Trend Themes
1. Concrete Home Decor - Opportunity for innovative designs using concrete in home decor items, such as clocks, to add a unique and modern touch.
2. Minimalistic Timepieces - Disruptive innovation opportunity for clocks with minimalistic designs that prioritize simple aesthetics over traditional time indicators.
3. Lightweight Concrete - Emerging trend of using lightweight concrete materials in home decor items, allowing for easy portability and versatile design options.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - In the home decor industry, there is an opportunity to create unique concrete clocks and other accessories that cater to the growing demand for modern and minimalist designs.
2. Furniture - In the furniture industry, there is potential for disruptive innovation by incorporating concrete materials in the production of lightweight and contemporary pieces, such as clocks.
3. Crafts and Artisans - Craftspeople and artisans can explore new techniques and designs in carving concrete clocks, tapping into the trend of unique and statement-making home decor.
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