# DIY Minimalist Cement Clocks This Chic Minimalist Clock DIY is Time Well Spent By Jen Chae | Published 2013-06-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-clock References: [blog.naver](http://blog.naver.com/hankukilbo/70169315471) If you've got time and are up for a challenge, this DIY [minimalist cement clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taoclock) would be worth your time. South Korean blogger Design Hobby takes beautiful and easy-to-follow photographs of the process. The simple design is a chic touch for the modern home or office. This do-it-yourself project requires much patience and attention to detail, as it works with tracing, cutting and pasting a [cylindrical plastic mold](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cast-concept) for the concrete to be poured in. It also involves [clockwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perse-fantme), which doesn't exactly come easy to everyone. This blogger definitely has a way with cement -- previously, several other stunning minimalist projects have been demonstrated, including the tetra-pod candle holders, paperclip-attracting egg magnets and stackable tea light holders. Concrete serves as a good material for table toppers because it is durable and not flimsy or light. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 94% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist DIY Projects:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a platform or app that provides step-by-step instructions and materials for various minimalist DIY projects. - **Cement Crafts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of DIY cement craft kits for consumers to create their own unique and personalized home decor items. - **Creative Use of Concrete:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new applications for concrete in home decor and furniture design, such as innovative concrete lighting fixtures or concrete-inspired wall art. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart home decor products that incorporate minimalist design elements and sustainable materials. - **Craft Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in eco-friendly craft supplies and materials to cater to the growing demand for sustainable DIY projects. - **Home Improvement:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative concrete repair and restoration products for homeowners to easily fix and enhance their concrete surfaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Shadow Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textural-wall-clock.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Retro Pastel Flip Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-flip-clock.md) - [Sturdy Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-cement-decor.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Welded Stainless Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edition-003-clock.md) - [DIY Wooden Watchmaking Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tfo-clockwork.md) - [Minimal Sleek Rubberized Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-alarm-clock.md)