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Minimalist Projected Timepieces

A Projection Wall Clock Displays the Hour from Beamed Light Digits

— March 20, 2015 — Art & Design
What's the next generation chronograph beyond analog and digital timekeepers? The projection wall clock is! Many of the features that we've come to associate with timepieces are missing from this design, because technology has made them irrelevant here. You'll notice that there is no conventional base, no face and no recognizable dial. What you will see is a hi-tech peg that fixes directly to your drywall, wood or tile.

AliReza Asadi's Pin Clock is essentially a single post with revolving sections along its length. Installed perpendicular to the wall, the cutting-edge device holds batteries, an adjustable slider, and three rotating spotlights that trace the time in a circle around it. Illuminated projections of the numbers 0 to 9 are cast in positions at angles that correspond to typical watches and clocks. Anytime, it's easy to switch off the hour, minute and second 'hands' to leave a largely blank wall.
Trend Themes
1. Projection Timepieces - The development of projection timepieces, beyond traditional analog and digital timekeepers, opens up opportunities to create devices that blend well with minimalist lifestyles.
2. Revolutionary Chronographs - The use of rotating spotlights to project numerals creates an innovative take on time-keeping, which can lead to the development of unconventional chronographs.
3. Wall Fixtures 2.0 - By eliminating the need for a conventional base or face, projection wall clocks have ushered in a new era of wall fixtures that focus on function and minimalism.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The growing trend toward minimalism in home decor opens up opportunities for designers to create wall fixtures that blend well with the clean lines and uncluttered aesthetic.
2. Horology - The rise of new technologies in timekeeping creates the space for innovation in horology, encouraging watchmakers to explore unconventional chronographs that cater to minimalist sensibilities.
3. Interior Design - The popularity of minimalist design across homes and offices creates a unique opportunity for interior designers to incorporate projection wall clocks that offer instant style and function.
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