# Minimalist Lantern-Like Music Boxes The REUGE 'Onkõ' Combines Design, Music and Mechanics By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-09-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reuge-onk References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2023/9/reuge-onko-geneva-watch-days-release-info) & [reuge](https://www.reuge.com)  The REUGE 'Onkõ' music box is a decidedly complex take on the humble decor piece that's meant to awaken the senses and provide a distinct user experience. The unit strikes a balance between metallic and wooden components, and incorporates a musical element to give it a truly charming appearance from afar as well as when interacted with more closely. The unit is crafted out of natural American maple wood that will rescind to reveal the music box mechanics within and is named after the Japanese characters 音光 that correspond to sound and light. The REUGE 'Onkõ' music box is being shown off by the brand as part of [Geneva Watch Days](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-silver-edition) and maintains a [lantern-like stillness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calmtern) that further elevates the wondrous final product. Image Credit: REUGE, [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2023/9/reuge-onko-geneva-watch-days-release-info), [reuge](https://www.reuge.com) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 17% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Complex Music Boxes:** The REUGE 'Onkõ' music box presents a complex take on traditional decor pieces, offering a distinct user experience. - **Metallic-wood Hybrid Design:** The REUGE 'Onkõ' music box strikes a balance between metallic and wooden components, creating a visually appealing aesthetic. - **Incorporating Music in Decor:** The REUGE 'Onkõ' music box combines design and mechanics to create a charming appearance and engage the senses. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The REUGE 'Onkõ' music box introduces a disruptive innovation opportunity within the home decor industry by offering a unique combination of design and music. - **Luxury Goods:** The REUGE 'Onkõ' music box showcases disruptive innovation potential within the luxury goods sector through its intricate craftsmanship and high-end materials. - **Gifts & Collectibles:** The REUGE 'Onkõ' music box presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the gifts and collectibles market by providing a memorable and distinctive user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Coffee Ground Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-music-box.md) - [DIY Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-your-own-music.md) - [Coffee Ground-Made Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snowie.md) - [Charitable Music Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-mushroom-fairy-music-box.md) - [Hand-Crafted Wooden Stationary Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onebox.md) - [Mindful Meditative Soundscape Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-heirloom.md) - [Feline-Friendly Music Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-music-box.md) - [Harmony-Motif-Inspired Jewelry Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yin-yang-jewelry.md) - [Futuristic Old-Fashioned Phonographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-retro-player.md)