# Minimalist Stress-Reducing Clocks Instrmnt A-Series Clock Features a Hushed Ticking Noise By Ell Smith | Published 2018-12-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instrmnt-aseries References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/instrmnt-a-series-clock-keeps-time-simply/) & [instrmnt](https://www.instrmnt.co.uk/a-series-clock) Telling the time has become a tech-infused process, but the Instrmnt A-series clock aims to bring things back to basics, with a [chic and simple aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edition-003-clock) that values design and practicality. The clock arrives in gold and silver colorways, enabling the item to blend in or add an accent to one's home. The device can be purchased as a standing, or [wall-mounted clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock). What's most interesting about the clock's design is the noise it emits, which was crafted to offer an escape from the anxiety that time can cause. Instead, this clock makes a [subtle and hushed ticking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novellamate) that hopes to alleviate feelings of panic that's often associated with passing time. The gorgeous clocks help to foster a more meaningful connection between people and their objects. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Minimalist Design:** Incorporate minimalist design principles to create stress-reducing products. - **Practical Aesthetics:** Focus on designing products that prioritize both functionality and visual appeal. - **Anxiety-alleviating Design:** Develop products with features specifically aimed at reducing anxiety and stress. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Introduce stress-reducing clocks and other minimalist home accessories. - **Wellness:** Explore the use of anxiety-alleviating design principles in products and services. - **Product Design:** Incorporate practical aesthetics into various consumer products to enhance user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tranquil Asymmetrical Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooj-design-masuno-clock.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Distraction-Free Meditation Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meditation-clock.md) - [Anti-Smartphone Bedside Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mudita-clocks.md) - [Minimalist Digital Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taoclock.md) - [Reimagined Modern Pendulum Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heng-alarm.md) - [Minimal Charging Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-clock-1.md) - [Minimal Meeting Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cast-concept.md) - [Minimal Assistive Multifunctional Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-house-alarm-clock.md)