# Curvaceous Cosmos Clocks The Milky Way Alarm Clock by Henrik Amberla By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-11-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milky-way-clock References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/the-milky-way-clock-reflects-duality-and-unity-of-sleepwake-cycle/) & [henrikamberla](http://www.henrikamberla.com/milkyway.html) The [Milky Way](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-gcwb5000un-carbon-edition) clock is an [alarm clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilt-smart-clock) designed by Finnish design student Henrik Amberla as an exercise in form. The shape of the timepiece is supposed to reflect the sleep/wake cycle and its duality and unity. Anberla’s Milky Way clock turns. The unique turning motion triggers the [snooze function](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ahmed-rashad), as well as helps to set the clock’s time and alarm. One can only assume that the smooth, sleek shape of the timepiece was inspired by the universe that we inhabit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Form-inspired Clock Designs:** Exploring unique forms and shapes in clock design presents an opportunity for innovative timepieces. - **Interactive Alarm Clocks:** Developing alarm clocks with interactive features, such as the turning motion to trigger the snooze function, offers a new experience for users. - **Sleep/wake Cycle Reflections:** Designing clocks that reflect the duality and unity of the sleep/wake cycle can provide a visual representation of time for improved sleep routines. ### Where This Applies - **Product Design:** Incorporating unique forms and interactive features in clock design presents opportunities for product designers to create innovative timepieces. - **Home Decor:** Introducing clocks with visually appealing forms that reflect the sleep/wake cycle can enhance the aesthetic value of home decor. - **Wellness:** Creating clocks that visually represent the sleep/wake cycle can contribute to improved sleep routines and overall well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celestially Inspired Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astral-desk-clock.md) - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md) - [Floating Marble Cosmic Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobius-calendar-clock.md) - [Rainbow Illumination Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-clock-concept.md) - [Moon-Inspired Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-trip-clock.md) - [Digital Personality Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-oclock.md) - [Gentle Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-alarm-clock.md) - [Branded Technology Alarm Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-snooze.md) - [Minimal Dynamic Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-desk-clock.md)