There is an old MCM wall clock in the SJO airport that I always sit under while I am waiting for my flight. I’ve thought about how I could make something similar out clock parts, but never really figured out a good way to do it. It looks like all the hard work has been done for me. This DIY Wall Clock kit from Radius Design includes the clock hands and the dots for you to arrange however you want. This is no puny clock either, the big hand measures 18 inches long and the small hand is almost 16 inches. Made of aluminum and stainless steel.

DIY Wall Clock available from Radius Design for $99.

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If you weren’t a fan of the wonderful Braun alarm clock I posted last week, maybe this will be more your style. The Click Clock may be the perfect alarm clock for the obsessive compulsive. I know when I set my alarm I end up checking it several times “just to make sure”. When you set an alarm on the Click Clock it displays the alarm time prominently below the current time. That way it just takes a quick glance to make sure everything is set up the way it should be. Functional, good looking, and at only $35 relatively affordable.

Available from the MoMa Store for $35.

A few days ago our faithful Ikea alarm clock that we have been using for the last 6 years finally died on us. I have casually been looking for a replacement for it for years, and I have never really found anything I thought I would want more, until now. A recent cache of the brilliant Braun AB1 alarm clocks have surfaced and are available for sale. Originally produced in the 70’s and designed by Braun ID legend Dieter Rams this could be your last chance to get a NIB original AB1. Sure you are paying a greatly inflated price for a plastic clock designed in the 70’s but you are also buying a icon for $40.

Available from Charles and Marie and Fitzu for $40

Mom, Dad, I hear fathers day is coming up soon…. Enough said.

The Clock Clock is the brainchild of Swedish design group Humans Since 1982. It features a set of 24 analog clocks whose hands rotate to create the illusion of a digital timepiece. As the time passes, each set of hands spins and whirls, performing its own unique choreography. Seen as a whole, this process is simply mesmerizing. Not sure yet if this clock will ever be available commercially, but it is a fascinating concept nonetheless. In the meantime, you can download a free typographic version of the Clock Clock for all your clock-font needs.

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The D/A clock takes the styling of the basic LED to a whole new level by creating a completely mechanized version of the iconic numbering. Designed by Alvin Aronson and made from corian and a lot of ingenuity the D/A clock is pretty impressive. With the change in time, the numbers slowly transition by raising or sinking into the clocks surface. While it doesn’t look like it is available for sale yet, with an idea this good it shouldn’t be long before it gets to market. Make sure you check out the video after the jump.

D/A clock by Alvin Aronson

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I’m a big fan of watches, especially obscure ones. Tokyo Flash seems to have that market pegged. While their site is full of obscure watches that really make you think to tell time, it’s only every once in a while that they come out with one that looks simple enough that I would really want it. The Heko is one of those watches that will look good with any outfit, and it sure to get plenty of comments. The way you tell time with it doesn’t look nearly as simple as the styling, but I have learned from my old Tokyo Flash watch that you get used to it pretty quick.

Heko watch available from Tokyo Flash for $109

Here are 30 great Valentine’s Day gift ideas - all for $50 or less! Which one would you want to a) give and b) receive?

Top Row, left to right: Josh Jakus Wine Pocket, Fauna Pico Pillow, 2d:3d Letter Holder, Hybrid-Home Print, Heath Ceramics Bud Vase
Bottom Row, left to right: Giclee Print by Jenn Ski, Cupcake Canisters, Clocky, QUEUE 2-tone Stick Lighter, Hug Salt + Pepper Shakers

Top Row, left to right: Bud - Mavis Vase, Around Clock, Diamond Ring, Loop Candelabra, Helvetica: Homage to a Typeface
Bottom Row, left to right: CAKE Profile Votive, Thomas Paul Coral Dinner Plates, I Love You text bowl, Juggling, Fauna Mini Animal Pillow

Top Row, left to right: Norman Copenhagen Swing Vase, Big Love Spoon by Alessi, Love Print, Hearty Mug, Objects of Design Book
Bottom Row, left to right: Simple Ring, iittala - Alvar Aalto Small White Vase, QUEUE Perfume Atomizer, i valentini figurine Alessi, Heartbreak print

Tokyo Flash has long been one of my favorite sites for unique watches. The recently have broadened their product range to include bags, clocks, hats, jewelry, t-shirts, lighting and design goods. With all those new different categories it seems like it would be hard to have a line as original as their watches, yet they seem to pull it off quite well. While the “fashion” items don’t get me too excited, all the design goods show off the classic simple japanese style. While some items like the Juke Tower look like they could be right out of a Muji store, others like the Erect calculator have a certain craziness that make it a classic Tokyo Flash piece. Due to the weak dollar pricing ranges between $50 - $200 on most items. It’s going to cost you if you want to be the cool kid on the block.

Available from Tokyo Flash from $50+

We got our dog last September and since then I’ve become a little obsessed with modern pet products, something that Etsy has in abundance. Here are a few of my favorite shops that any lover of pets and modern design would appreciate.

Like Kittysville

This shop features custom pet beds for cats and small dogs. I love the retro shape and fabrics! Wood base - $69 / Acrylic base - $82. Custom orders welcome!

Lucky Fiona

This shop uses reproduction and vintage fabrics to create one of a kind collars and accessories, available from $9.99 - $15.99. Check out the Lucky Fiona blog for a chance to win one for free!

The Mod Dog

This shop custom makes each collar to your pet’s own measurements, allowing you to pick and choose each aspect of the design. Plus, 10% of all sales goes directly to animal rescue efforts. From $10 - $20.

Naked Decor

Clever decorative accessories for the animal lover. I’m a fan of the dachshund clock. From $40 - $45.

I sort of have a thing for wall clocks, not because I’m preoccupied with knowing the time, but because I think the design possibilities are endless! That’s why I am so thrilled to share these awesome clocks designed by Keith Moore of Pilot Design. After graduating with a BFA in Graphic Design from Colorado State University, Keith moved to Minneapolis where he currently works as an interactive designer. He has been designing bespoke modern furniture for about 10 years, often using bamboo and other sustainable materials. Be sure to check out Keith’s sweet portfolio at www.pilotdesign.com.

Handmade, modern wall clocks from Pilot Design from $45 - $75.