# Abstract Laser Clocks The Trace Clock Also Functions as an Artistic Statement By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-05-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-clock References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/trace-studio-ayaskan-uses-lasers-display-passing-time/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [ayaskan](http://ayaskan.com/work/trace/) Sibling designers Begum and Bike Ayaskan of Studio Ayaskan have created a profoundly beautiful laser clock that comes with an artistic statement. The design of the clock features a UV light that is used to "invoke a color change within a transparent photochromic solution," which functions as the ticking hand of the clock. The serene-looking clock makes a statement on the concept of time by doing more than just telling it -- its light slowly fades as the time moves forward and remains visible by leaving a trail of fading color. This aims to represent the progression of time and the connection between the past, present and future. The representation of the concept of time in this laser clock is extremely artfully done and its [minimalist design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taoclock) is sure to capture consumers' attention. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 - **Artistic Time Display:** Innovative clocks that display time in an artistic way - **Photochromic Technology:** Developing materials that change color when exposed to UV light - **Minimalistic Design:** Designing products with a simple and elegant aesthetic ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** Creating unique and visually appealing home and office decor items - **Fashion Accessories:** Designing watches and jewelry that use innovative time display methods - **Specialty Materials:** Manufacturing and supplying photochromic solutions for use in various products ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flowing Light Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crydal-scroll-clock.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Dynamic Shadow Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textural-wall-clock.md) - [Elegant Linear Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clockworks.md) - [Linearly Formed Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clock-concept.md) - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md) - [Celestially Inspired Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astral-desk-clock.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md)