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Calculock Clock

Calculock Clock is an innovative timepiece that seamlessly merges traditional Iranian abacus design with contemporary digital technology, creating a unique interactive timekeeping experience. This sophisticated wall-mounted chronometer, designed by Metanat Karami, features a striking combination of carbon fiber construction and an elegant aluminum frame, housing 132 distinct light houses arranged in a systematic grid pattern. The clock's display is organized into distinct columns: the leftmost column contains 12 light houses representing hours, followed by five columns indicating minutes, and five columns showing seconds. The device's distinctive feature lies in its dynamic display system, where users must actively engage by counting illuminated houses to determine the current time, creating an interactive and contemplative relationship with time measurement. The design, which earned a Bronze A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category, exemplifies a harmonious blend of functional innovation and aesthetic refinement. Its continuous light transitions create a mesmerizing visual effect that transforms static spaces into dynamic environments, while the integration of a digital board and rechargeable battery system ensures reliable operation. The clock's dimensions of 300mm × 300mm make it an ideal focal point for contemporary interiors, where it serves not only as a timepiece but also as an artistic installation that encourages user engagement and creates a unique atmospheric quality through its ever-changing light patterns.

time measurement, interactive design, digital chronometer, contemporary furniture, illuminated display, Iranian-inspired design

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