# Intricate Concrete Chronographs The Para Clocks by LeeLABS are Durably Delicate By Meghan Young | Published 2012-04-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/para-clocks References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2012/04/02/para-clocks-by-leelabs/) & [paraclocks](http://www.paraclocks.com/) The [Para Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/para) may look too delicate and intricate to be made out of [concrete](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ancora), but there can be no denying the fact that they are. The creators, LeeLABS, use a parametric modeling algorithm to form the pretty radial patterns of each wall clock. As unique as a snowflake, the Para Clocks are both sculptural and practical. A design project that relies heavily on crowdsourcing, Para Clocks is currently on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-timekeeping-device) in the hopes of raising a realistic goal of $5,000. The Para Clocks can also be created via the design savviness of the masses. Although the original clocks are inspired by architecture and textiles from around the world, the public could bring in a whole new flavor. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: 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's Driving This Trend - **Parametric Modeling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore how parametric modeling algorithms can be applied in various industries to create intricate and customizable designs. - **Crowdsourcing Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Investigate how crowdsourcing can be utilized beyond the field of clock design, and apply it to other industries to tap into collective creativity and generate unique products. - **Concrete Craftsmanship:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative uses of concrete beyond traditional applications, such as creating delicate and intricate designs like the Para Clocks. ### Who This Affects Most - **Product Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply parametric modeling and crowdsourcing in product design to create customizable and unique offerings. - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the application of parametric modeling and concrete craftsmanship in architectural designs, pushing the boundaries of what is possible. - **Textile Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate parametric modeling techniques and delicate concrete craftsmanship into textile design, offering innovative and visually stunning fabric patterns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimal Dynamic Desk Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-desk-clock.md) - [Linearly Formed Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clock-concept.md) - [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) - [Perforated Metal Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moov-and-coo.md) - [Elegant Linear Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clockworks.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md)