# Contemporary Sand Clocks The Studio Ayaskan Sand Clock is a Modern Timekeeper By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-10-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sand-clock References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/10/the-sand-clock-by-studio-ayaskan) & [ayaskan](http://www.ayaskan.com/work/sand/) The Sand Clock by [Studio Ayaskan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postmodern-cone-watch) is no ordinary hourglass. This contemporary timepiece presents time in the form of [sand ripples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrakis-30). Developed by London-based design duo Bike and Behum Ayaskan, the Sand Clock is inspired by [Zen gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-zen-garden). As stated on the Studio Ayaskan website, "ripples of Time, allow natural materials to be shaped by time, reminding us of its presence." The creative twins captured their beliefs of time by creating this clock which displays the time with a gradual formation and flattening of a ripple pattern over a period of 12 hour cycles. The sand can also be replaced with water which presents time through concentric circles in the form of endless waves that ripple by the second. Whatever your beliefs on the concept of time, there's no denying this clock's alluring appeal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Contemporary Sand Clocks:** The disruptive innovation opportunity lies in creating modern timekeepers that present time in unique and captivating ways, such as using sand ripples or water waves. ### Where This Applies - **Product Design:** Designers can explore new possibilities in creating contemporary timepieces that challenge traditional concepts of timekeeping. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can embrace the trend of contemporary sand clocks to offer stylish and innovative timepieces that enhance the aesthetic of living spaces. - **Wellness and Meditation:** Incorporating sand clocks inspired by Zen gardens in wellness and meditation practices can provide a calming and visually appealing way to track time during mindfulness sessions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Snowglobe-Inspired Dynamic Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/time-to-snow.md) - [Flowing Light Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crydal-scroll-clock.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Unique Timekeeping Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-timekeeping-device.md) - [Mesmerizing Sand Pattern Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-sandsara.md) - [Hourglass-Shaped Kitchen Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grains-of-time.md) - [Tranquil Asymmetrical Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooj-design-masuno-clock.md) - [Minimal Sculptural Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md)