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Revolving Japanese Timepieces

The Spire Clock Takes on a Strange Unconventional Form

— November 9, 2011 — Art & Design
Even though the Spire Clock may not look like a time teller, its unique design does actually tell viewers the time of day.

The reason for the Spire Clock's unconventional form is because the design was inspired by a Japanese fan. The longer blade represents the minute hand while the shorter one represents the hour hand. Time is told based on the movements of the folding fan, but more specifically, on the concept of mass and void. The hour is "represented by a mass contained within the longest and the shortest blades," according to Red Dot. As each hour progresses, the mass will change its form and by the end of the hour "the blades turn quickly to transform the void that represents the next hour into mass."

Still a little confused as to how the Spire Clock works? Watching the video may clear things up.
Trend Themes
1. Unconventional Timepieces - The Spire Clock showcases a unique and unconventional form of time-telling, inspiring a trend towards innovative and creative timepieces.
2. Incorporating Japanese Influences - The design of the Spire Clock, inspired by a Japanese fan, highlights a trend of incorporating Japanese aesthetics and concepts in product designs.
3. Concept of Mass and Void - The use of mass and void in the Spire Clock's design opens up possibilities for incorporating the concept into various product designs, leading to a trend of visually representing abstract concepts.
Industry Implications
1. Clock and Watch Industry - The Spire Clock introduces a disruptive innovation opportunity for the clock and watch industry by reimagining traditional time-telling mechanisms and pushing the boundaries of design.
2. Home Decor Industry - The unique design of the Spire Clock opens up opportunities for the home decor industry to create visually striking and conversation-starter pieces that challenge traditional notions of timekeeping.
3. Product Design Industry - The incorporation of Japanese influences and abstract concepts in the design of the Spire Clock presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the product design industry to create products that are visually engaging and conceptually meaningful.
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