# Architectural Concrete Timepieces The Concrete Sector Watch is Expertly Structured By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-12-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-sector-watch References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/12/10/this-concrete-watch-draws-design-inspiration-from-wwis-vintage-timepieces-urban-architecture/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [22designstudio.net](https://22designstudio.net/pages/concretesectorwatch) The Concrete Sector watch has been created by the Taiwan-based 22 Design Studio as an architecturally inspired accessory that will call to mind of the achievements from urban areas within the country. The minimalist watch features a dial that is crafted from real concrete that has been accented by a series of structured 3D grooves cut into 60 equal parts with 12 radial indentations. This plays with shadow to create a sense of visual intrigue for wearers to appreciate every time they check the time. The Concrete Sector watch is powered by a [Swiss](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-clocks) [Sellita](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporal-works) [SW200-1](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aera-p1-pilot-watch) automatic winding movement within along with a 38 hour power reserve to boot. The case is crafted from 316L medical grade stainless steel to highlight a rigid construction. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Architectural Concrete Accessories:** Opportunity to explore the use of concrete in creating unique and visually intriguing accessories. - **Minimalist Design with Concrete:** Potential for incorporating concrete into minimalist designs to create a modern and industrial aesthetic. - **Shadow Play in Timepieces:** Incorporating shadow effects into watch designs to create visual interest and enhance the user experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Accessories:** Concrete can be explored as a material for creating innovative and unconventional fashion accessories. - **Watchmaking:** Concrete can be used as a unique and unconventional material for creating timepieces with a modern and industrial look. - **Product Design:** Incorporating concrete into product designs to create visually intriguing and unique pieces that stand out in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Concrete Art-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-bang-meca10.md) - [Brutalist-Inspired Sleek Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b1.md) - [Postmodern Cone Structural Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postmodern-cone-watch.md) - [Refined Watch Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporal-works.md) - [Architect-Approved Watch Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tadao-ando-x-cauny.md) - [Minimalist Concave Dial Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aera-p1-pilot-watch.md) - [Mountainous Granite-Made Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tissot-rockwatch.md) - [Transparent Eco-Conscious Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technik-4x-skeletor.md) - [Structural Metal-Made Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-gsteel-modern-industrial-series.md)