These Clocks Let the Good Times Roll
Wonderful Clocks Keep You In Style and (Usually) On Time
I'm one of those people who sets every clock in the house to a different time, which keeps me on my toes — and on time (theoretically)! It mostly works because I have so many clocks. I know we have clocks on pretty much every single device now, but I still wear a traditional watch and like to tell time on clocks. I love them, not just as a time-keeping tools but as pieces of functional art. I say the more the merrier!
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| Functional and interactive, I seriously love this minimalist take on time-telling. Get the whole family involved in keeping time with a chalkboard wall and hands.
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by Dreamy Whites
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| This wall-mounted clock has gotten a lot of love on Houzz. The monochromatic design makes for a subtle yet striking art piece over the mantle. |
My husband has a thing for old clock and watch parts, so, by proxy, I also think they're neat. Clocks don't always have to be functional; small antique clocks displayed together quickly morph into an impromptu mantle vignette.
by Kasey Buick
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There's not a whole lot of time-telling happening with these vintage clock faces, but grouped on the wall, they become an artistic point of interest that implies a storied past.
by Agnes Blum
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Modifying a tree trunk slice is a fantastic idea for a clock, and this one adds a nice dose of texture and nature to a calm, clean bathroom.
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by Design West
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| The orange clock on the left side of this image no doubt keeps accurate time, but the abstract numerals gives it a modernist, Vignelli feel. |
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I inherited the most amazing 1960s olive green starburst Syroco clock from my grandmother. It's pictured in my former home office (a nook in the living room). It makes a very satisfying ticking noise, which always reinforced the fact that I was hard at work and kept me focused. Plus, I was able to utilize a high ceiling with something that not only looked great but functioned well.
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Make a plain clock special by hanging it in an unexpected spot and placing it in an ornate vintage picture frame. I like the idea of putting a clock in an entry hall; it greets you as you come in and sends you off when you leave.
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by Jonnie Andersen
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| This slightly oversized clock completes the composition of this bedroom wallscape. |
| Mid-century modern enthusiasts know you can't go wrong with a classic Nelson Ball clock. |
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| I saw this new clock prototype from QLockTwo at the 2011 International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF). Available in several languages and colors, a typographic front states the time ("It is half past ten") making time-telling a whole new experience. |
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Another ICFF find, Palo Samko's Salvatore clocks are a study in texture and craftsmanship.
More: Clocks of every style
More: Clocks of every style
Comments
Suzy Pierce Fabulous! Never met a clock I didn't love!
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Denise Vilim That orange clock with the oversized numbers is so fun!
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Molto Bene Studios great ideabook. Really unique finds.
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Fitzgerald Studio We love our clock (top image) and all clocks! Half of the ones in our house are not set at the proper time, we just love the design. However, please note that the texture behind our kitchen clock is NOT blackboard... it is polished Venetian plaster!
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Frisson Yofitz, You know, I suspected that wall wasn't chalkboard and didn't mean to make it sound like you had created one – I was making a design suggestion for families, but wasn't clear. I'm glad you piped up because there's nothing like polished Venetian plaster - your wall (and clock) look fantastic!
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Ideabook published on May 31, 2011.
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