# Spider-Inspired Timepieces The Octopod Features a Glass Orb and Eight Moving Legs By Ell Smith | Published 2017-09-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopod References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/09/22/this-clock-has-hands-and-legs/) & [lepee1839.ch](http://www.lepee1839.ch/) Octopod daringly deviates from the standard timepiece design by bringing consumers a more [interactive and entertaining method of timekeeping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perse-fantme). This [spider-inspired clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czapek-antarctique-rattrapante-rur) features eight movable legs and a transparent orb head, which creates a slightly frightening yet intriguing experience. Made up of 159 individual components, this eerie time piece appears to float within its [transparent encasing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radius-clock). The head is equipped with 360 degrees of motion, enabling the device to face in any direction, offering consumers a convenient and personalized timekeeping experience. The designers behind this clock at L’Epée 1839 have been making watches for 175 years, with pieces that range from unique and daring to traditional and subtle, offering homeowners not only a product, but an experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Interactive Timekeeping:** The Octopod introduces a more interactive and entertaining method of timekeeping. - **Eerie Design:** The spider-inspired clock offers a slightly frightening yet intriguing experience. - **Personalized Timekeeping:** With 360 degrees of motion, the clock provides a convenient and personalized timekeeping experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Watchmaking:** The clock's unique design opens up opportunities for watchmakers to create more innovative and interactive timepieces. - **Home Décor:** The Octopod's eerie design offers a new and intriguing element to home decor products. - **Gift and Collectibles:** The transparent orb head and movable legs make the Octopod an attractive option for gift and collectible items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md) - [Unique Timekeeping Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-timekeeping-device.md) - [Interactive Horology Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perse-fantme.md) - [Robotically Accented Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czapek-antarctique-rattrapante-rur.md) - [Grenade-Inspired Table Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lepe-1839.md) - [Opulent Armory Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lepe-1839-grenade-clock.md) - [Luxury Cartoon Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spinnaker-fleuss-chronograph-spongebob-squarepants-eyedial.md) - [Orbital Timepiece Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radius-clock.md) - [Fanciful Futuristic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hublot-mp10-tourbillon.md)