It's About Time: The Clock as a Focal Point
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Just because something is utilitarian in nature doesn't mean it can't make a stunning design statement. Let's take clocks for example. The humble clock, when incorporated creatively, can be elevated to centerpiece status in a room. Check out this collection of rooms where clocks serve as focal points. It's sure to give you a little "timely" design inspiration.
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by Dreamy Whites
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| A unique oversized clock serves as an art piece above this living room mantel.
This particular clock is available for purchase from Neutral Dwelling. |
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| A clock is an unexpected, but useful, addition to a bathroom. In this case, the distinctive wall mounting makes the clock fun as well as functional. |
A large grouping of vintage table clocks on top of a cabinet makes an eye-catching display.
by Kasey Buick
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Vintage clock faces add dimension to a wall grouping. Used en mass, they create a striking alternative to a typical gallery wall.
A small wall clock gains importance (and whimsy) when surrounded by a larger picture frame.
A Swedish-inspired banjo clock looks grand and stately at the base of a staircase.
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| For a fun timepiece, try adding a clock mechanism to an empty wall. This chalkboard wall provides endless opportunities to play with the clock concept. Try writing words rather than numbers...dinnertime or bedtime, perhaps? |
A clock in a unique shape automatically draws the eye. This tall and skinny column-inspired grandfather clock holds its own in this dramatic entry.
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| A clock is a perfect addition to a child's room. Try a whimsical design such as the one pictured here to hold a young one's interest. |
by Dreamy Whites
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The curvaceous lines of Swedish banjo clocks never fail to draw the eye.
More clocks around the home
More clocks around the home
Comments
Suzy Pierce I love this ideabook. Clocks are one of my favorite things! Every photo here gives me great inspiration. Thank you for this post, it is timely! 
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Nan I love clocks. I have a huge Herman Miller and a Cuckoo Clock purchased in Geneva - they are still in boxes from moving 6 months ago. They are being hung TODAY. I miss them!
2 years ago · Like
XOJY The black wall in the kitchen is Venetian plaster, not chalkboard
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JEANIE Love this ideabook! Thanks.
2 years ago · Like
denverglamgal I adore clocks! Does anyone know how I can find a good repair shop for an antique anniversary clock? It has a cord/wire coming out of the bottom...I believe it was hooked to a battery of some kind.
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bat2 I'm almost certain that the two Swedish clocks are "Mora" and not "banjo" style. Banjo are usually smaller and wall hung.
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cnessler Where can I find the clock? Love it!
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Mary-Jane Sorensen I have a large clock that has moved with us into three homes and has always had center stage and everyone always comments on it. 
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Ideabook updated on March 16, 2011.
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