# Contemporary Cuckoo Clocks The 'Striped Cuckoo Clock' Updates a Traditional Timepiece By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-03-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/striped-cuckoo-clock References: [i.gizmodo](http://i.gizmodo.com/5171966/a-contemporary-cuckoo-clock-for-a-contemporary-cuckoo) & [rockettstgeorge](http://www.rockettstgeorge.co.uk/diamantini--domeniconi-striped-cuckoo-clocks-1911-p.asp) If traditional cuckoo clocks are a bit too dated for your interior decor, this 'Striped Cuckoo Clock' from Diamantini & Domeniconi is perfect. Its birdhouse is replaced with a sleek striped box, and the cuckoo itself sits sedately atop a small unmarked clock. For some other creative cuckoo clocks, check out the quirky designs below. **Implications** - The widespread adoption of [digital alarm clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alarm-oclock) has forced analog clock designers to rethink their angle. Instead of a purely functional timepiece, modern analog clocks double as [interactive art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trace-line) that reflects the hobbies, interests and personality of the owner. Juxtaposing these modern tastes with [traditional heritage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-x-neighborhood-clock-collection) adds further intrigue and visual interest to analog clocks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 66% | 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Analog Clocks:** Analog clock designers are creating interactive art pieces that reflect the owner's personality. - **Modernizing Traditional Timepieces:** Designers are updating traditional clocks with sleek, minimalist designs. - **Blurring Art and Functionality:** Clocks are being transformed into visually intriguing pieces that double as interactive art. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Modern analog clocks are becoming a popular choice for home decor enthusiasts. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers are incorporating modernized traditional clocks into their designs. - **Gifts and Souvenirs:** Sleek, design-centric clocks are seeing increased demand as unique gifts and souvenirs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Reimagined Modern Pendulum Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heng-alarm.md) - [Retro Pastel Flip Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-flip-clock.md) - [Barebones Retro-Inspired Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudnola-flip-clock.md) - [Surrealist-Inspired Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-clock.md) - [Elegant Linear Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-clockworks.md) - [Pixelated Flip-Style Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniot-klapklok.md) - [Shooting Target Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clockwerk-target-clocks.md)