# Naked Cogs Bonsai Gear Clock By TechnoGadget | Published 2008-03-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-and-stylish-bonsai-gear-clock References: [techfeeds.info](http://techfeeds.info/2008/03/16/bonsai-gear-clock-decorate-your-desk-with-naked-cogs-clock/) This new futuristic-looking Bonsai Gear Clock is perhaps more fascinating than watching tiny leaves sprout on a real bonsai tree. In spite of their steely looks, the clock's gears are in fact made from plastic and its base is a wood box. If you can't keep a [bonsai plant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-botanicals-set) alive for long, maybe this [strange clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-zen-garden) is perfect for you. **Implications** - [Plants and other greenery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-4) add a calming, warm, naturalistic touch to any interior space; however, not all consumers have the time to maintain a plant, or simply lack a green thumb. Thus, alternatives like this Bonsai Gear Clock meet these consumers halfway, while simultaneously providing an ironic, machine-meets-nature touch to any home space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Futuristic-looking Clocks:** The Bonsai Gear Clock is a prime example of a futuristic-looking clock that combines technology with natural elements. - **Alternative Plant Alternatives:** The Bonsai Gear Clock offers an alternative for consumers who want the calming presence of plants without the need for maintenance. - **Machine-meets-nature Home Decor:** The Bonsai Gear Clock provides a unique home decor option that combines industrial aesthetics with a touch of nature. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** The Bonsai Gear Clock fits into the home decor industry, offering a distinctive and eye-catching piece. - **Clock Manufacturing:** Clock manufacturers can explore innovative designs like the Bonsai Gear Clock to cater to consumers who seek unique timepieces. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The use of plastic gears in the Bonsai Gear Clock presents an opportunity for eco-friendly product development and manufacturing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tranquil Asymmetrical Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooj-design-masuno-clock.md) - [Unique Timekeeping Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-timekeeping-device.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [Plush Plant-Shaped Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amuseable-bonsai-tree.md) - [Barebones Retro-Inspired Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudnola-flip-clock.md) - [Minimal Dynamic Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-desk-clock.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Biodegradable Growing Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sow-co-bonsai-tree.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md)