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The “essent” clock was created through a fundamental exploration of the functionality and materials of wall clocks.
Clocks adopt the duodecimal system for hours and the 60-decimal system for minutes and seconds. However, wall clocks often display only the numbers indicating the hours from 1 to 12. Therefore, we have designed a standard wall clock that shows each number in a natural and easy-to-understand manner.
The “essent” clock uses two types of numbers and two different colors to indicate clear distinctions. It presents the hour hand and numerals from 1 to 12 for hours, alongside the minute and second hands and numerals from 0 to 55. Linking the colors enhances intuitive time recognition. We have also created an original typeface with a clean appearance and high legibility.
The “essent” clock also pays attention to materials. Focusing on the printing on the clock face, we drew inspiration from the technique and expression of letterpress printing, which can be considered the origin of printing. The clock face is made of thick paper, to which two types of foil stamping and debossing are added. This creates an unprecedentedly rich depth and expression.
As a result of a fundamental engagement with functionality and materials, the “essent” clock is readable to both children and adults and fits seamlessly into any space. Designed by Daisuke Kitagawa
• Available in 3 colours: White, Navy, Gray • Size: φ256 × D46mm • Weight 660g • Material Aluminum, Paper, Acrylic (UV protection) • Specification Sweep Second • Battery: 1 AA size battery (included) • ‘essent’ is a standard wall clock designed to display two types of numbers in a natural and easy-to-understand way: a duodecimal system for hours and a sexagesimal system for minutes and seconds. The clock face uses thick paper with two types of foil stamping and debossing, creating an unprecedented richness and depth. Born from a fundamental focus on functionality and materials, ‘essent’ is easy to read for both children and adults and blends seamlessly into any space. • Designed by Daisuke Kitagawa. He works in a wide range of fields, both domestically and internationally, from furniture and daily goods to traditional crafts, home appliances, robotics, advanced technology research and development, new material development, business development, and urban branding. His design and creative direction are based on the perspective of "comfortable innovation." Kitagawa has received numerous awards, including the GOOD DESIGN AWARD, GERMAN DESIGN AWARD, and iF DESIGN AWARD.
Note: Product may vary slightly from images due to photoshoot lighting conditions and screen settings, and/or where applicable, variation of natural materials (e.g. wood, marble and leather grains)
Aluminum, Paper, Acrylic (UV protection)
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