# Modern Cuckoo Clocks Designer Pedro Mealha Put a Twist on the Classic Cuckoo Clock By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-05-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuckoo-clock References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/posts/53497/Kick-Ass-Cuckoo-Clocks) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/shop/pedromealha?ref=shopsection_shophome_leftnav) In a twist on the classic old-fashioned cuckoo clock, industrial designer Pedro Mealha creates [modern versions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line) in a variety of styles. The designer is based in London and his endearing clock designs all vary. His B83 model clock has a pendulum encased in a light wood and glass box with a small red bird that comes out of the upper right-hand corner. Other clocks he has designed are slightly more minimal, with a dark wooden clock that takes the shape of a square and ejects a small white bird. Most of the designer's clocks do not come numbered and they also have light sensors so that they won't pop out at night. These cuckoo clocks are the perfect example of [old-fashioned styles being revitalized](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-alarm-clock-wristwatch) for the modern age. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Revitalized Vintage Designs:** There is an opportunity to create modern versions of vintage designs in various industries such as home decor and fashion. - **Innovative Timepiece Designs:** There is a growing demand for timepiece designs that maintain traditional elements while incorporating innovative features, such as light sensors and unique bird shapes. - **Functional Aesthetic Products:** There is a trend towards products that serve a functional purpose while also being visually appealing, such as the modern cuckoo clocks with their unique designs. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies could incorporate revitalized vintage designs, like modern cuckoo clocks, into their product lines to appeal to a wider range of customers. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessories companies could experiment with traditional designs, like cuckoo clock shapes and styles, and add innovative features to create eye-catching products. - **Timepiece Manufacturing:** Clock and watch manufacturers could incorporate traditional elements, such as bird shapes and pendulums, in new and innovative ways to meet the demand for unique timepiece designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reimagined Modern Pendulum Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heng-alarm.md) - [Elegant Linear Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clockworks.md) - [Perforated Metal Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moov-and-coo.md) - [Minimal Dynamic Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-desk-clock.md) - [Surrealist-Inspired Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-clock.md) - [Pixelated Flip-Style Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniot-klapklok.md) - [Retro Pastel Flip Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-flip-clock.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md)