Although watching the celestial skies is one sure way to figure out what time it is, the Water Clock offers another nature-inspired solution. It combines the natural H2O element with dishware to provide a unique way to tell the time.
Created by Kyouei Design, a studio based in Shizuoka, Japan, the Water Clock is made out of polypropylene, magnets and ceramic materials. All that is required -- in addition to a run-of-the-mill plate and/or glass -- is a special base and ball, which are currently available online at Vespoe. Once the plate or glass is placed on top of the base, it is filled with water, in which the ball is then dropped. The ball is then free to move in a clockwise fashion.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Nature-inspired Time-telling
- Opportunity for designers to create more gadgets that fuse technology and nature.
- Eco-friendly Design
- Innovative solutions to reduce waste when it comes to everyday products.
- Interactive Homeware
- Opportunity for startups to create more interactive and engaging homeware products.
Where This Applies
- Home Decor
- Innovation opportunity for home decor companies to further incorporate eco-friendly and interactive designs.
- Kitchenware
- Opportunity for kitchenware companies to create more innovative and engaging dishware and gadgets for time-telling.
- Water Conservation
- Innovation opportunity for water conservation companies to create more awareness and promote products that encourage the use of water in households.
