# Self-Referential Clocks This Meta Clock's Design Features Several Clocks Within It By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-11-21 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-clock References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1859831505/redundant-clock?ref=category_recommended) & [pleaseenjoy](http://pleaseenjoy.com/) This meta clock has a unique design that references the function of a clock within itself. The self-referential device is called the 'Redundant Clock' and is offered by the brand 'Please Enjoy.' It features a [minimalist yet distinct design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cast-concept), appearing in only black and white colors and featuring no numbers. As an alternative to indicating the time with markers or numbers, the meta clock has the [clock hands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dozen-clock) of each time in place of them. The Redundant Clock features 12 of these hands while the clock's moving parts point to them to indicate the time. This self-referential device functions as a [unique piece of decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-desk-clock) and is ideal for those who enjoy quirky design pieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 62% | 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) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Meta Clock Design:** The self-referential design trend offers opportunities for creating visually striking and conversation-starting products. - **Minimalist Clocks:** The trend towards minimalist clocks presents opportunities for creating sleek and modern time-telling devices. - **Quirky Decor:** The trend for quirky decor provides opportunities to create unique and unconventional home accessories. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the trend for self-referential clocks by offering unique and eye-catching pieces. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore the trend for minimalist clocks to create aesthetically pleasing time-telling artworks. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can tap into the trend for quirky decor by producing innovative and unconventional clock designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Venn Diagram Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetlag-clock.md) - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [Alternative Time Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dozen-clock.md) - [Tranquil Asymmetrical Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooj-design-masuno-clock.md) - [Subtle Lifestyle-Changing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlocal-clock.md)