# Dystopian Transformer Clocks The 'Grant' Clock Can Be Displayed In Three Different Positions By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2018-09-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transformer-clock References: [ablogtowatch](https://www.ablogtowatch.com/mbf-grant-robot-clock-lepee/) & [mbandf](https://www.mbandf.com/) When two of Switzerland's most celebrated luxury timepiece makers come together for a [collaborative project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bc17), the end result is bound to be simply stunning, and that's absolutely the case with the transformer clock dubbed the Grant. Developed by [MB&F](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mbf-hm11-architect) and L'Epee 1839, the Grant has been aptly described by MB&F as 'Grendizer meets Mad Max meets Transformer.' Looking at the timepiece, it's apparent why this description was devised. Rather than just tell the time, the Grant is actually a genuine piece of transformative design in that it can be tweaked into three different positions that change the display angle whilst exposing different elements of the clock's innards. Available for a price of $22,920, this transformer clock goes to show that world-class timepiece craftsmanship is well and truly alive, with the use of innovative design turning a simple time-telling device into a desirable piece of luxury art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Transformative Clocks:** The rise of transformative clocks presents opportunities for luxury timepiece makers to utilize innovative design in creating desirable objects of luxury art. - **Disruptive Time-telling:** The creation of disruptive timepieces, such as the Grant, challenges the traditional notion of what a clock should be, opening up new avenues for creativity. - **Luxury Design Crossovers:** Collaborations between luxury timepiece makers, such as MB&F and L'Epee 1839, can result in incredibly innovative and unique designs that go beyond traditional watchmaking. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Timepieces:** The market for luxury timepieces will continue to thrive, especially with the rise of new, innovative designs that blur the line between functionality and art. - **Home Decor:** Transformative clocks also have potential in the home decor industry, as these pieces can serve as both functional time-telling devices and decorative art pieces. - **Collaborative Design:** Collaborations between luxury timepiece makers in other industries can result in the creation of innovative designs that push the boundaries of traditional watchmaking and design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [360-Degree Rotation Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mbf-hm11-architect.md) - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.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) - [Sculptural Timepiece Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jacob-co-and-costa-design.md) - [Collaborative Retrograde Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-timechanger.md) - [Mechanical Digital Mesmerizing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triaxial-numechron-clock.md) - [Robotically Accented Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/czapek-antarctique-rattrapante-rur.md) - [Interactive Horology Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perse-fantme.md)