# Dry Erase Timepieces The Whiteboard Wall Clock Lets You Pencil in Plans By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-06-30 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karlsson-whiteboard-wall-clock References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2011/06/30/clock-and-watchmaking/37723) & [singulier](http://www.singulier.com/wall-clock-pure-white-bord-karlsson,us,4,08160390.cfm) Time is such an abstract concept, meaning something different to everyone, every second of the day. The Karlsson Whiteboard Wall Clock takes this universal truth into account, allowing its owner to scribble in his own plans as they pertain to each hour. Not embodying conventional form of an [analogue chronograph](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock), the [pivoting minute hand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrowatch) is set into the far right side of the [wide blank panel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bc17). This reflective rectangular base becomes the dial of the timekeeper, and the numbers that indicate the hour are printed onto the surface. With so much clean space around the face of the clock, the one is offered sufficient room to marker in appointments, meetings and engagements on the Karlsson Whiteboard Wall Clock, which in turn makes it a convenient communication board between different members of the household. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Customizable Timepieces:** Opportunity for creating timepieces that allow users to personalize and customize the design and functionality. - **Interactive Clocks:** Opportunity for developing clocks that serve as more than just timekeepers, offering interactive features and capabilities. - **Multi-functional Home Decor:** Opportunity for designing home decor items that serve multiple purposes, such as communication boards and timepieces. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for home decor brands to create unique and functional products that enhance the living space. - **Technology:** Opportunity for tech companies to incorporate interactive and customizable features into traditional timekeeping devices. - **Office Supplies:** Opportunity for office supply manufacturers to create innovative products that combine functionality and personalization. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md) - [Linearly Formed Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clock-concept.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Venn Diagram Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetlag-clock.md) - [Subtle Lifestyle-Changing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlocal-clock.md) - [Clapperboard-Inspired Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-alarm-clock.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Dynamic Shadow Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textural-wall-clock.md) - [Minimal Meeting Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cast-concept.md)