WATCH DESIGN
WATCH DESIGN
WATCH DESIGN
WATCH DESIGN
Design for HK Watch & Clock Design Competition
(Student Group)
Hong Kong Design Institute | Year 2
// Solution + Actions + Deliverables
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// Solution
+ Eye-shaped watch face without numerals, allowing the hands to evoke eye movement.
+ Clean, transparent glass design emphasizing purity and simplicity.
+ Elegant, minimalist aesthetic with smooth, sleek lines.
// Actions
+ Prioritized minimalist style with functional design.
+ Developed prototypes to optimize ergonomics.
+ Explored glass for the face and strap, balancing durability and elegance.
+ Ensured a balance of aesthetics and practicality for wearability.
// Deliverables
+ Final design sketches and 3D renders.
+ Material testing for glass and strap.
// Project Intro
Inspired by the eye as “the window to the soul,” this design blends simplicity and elegance into a high-fashion timepiece. The human eye serves as the central motif of the watch face.
// Challenge + Philosophy
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// Challenge
To create a minimalist luxury watch that embodies the symbolism of the eye while maintaining precise timekeeping.
// Philosophy
Capturing the essence of perception and insight through a timeless and functional minimalist design.
"Design is my language. Emotion is my voice."
Design for HK Watch & Clock Design Competition
(Student Group)
Hong Kong Design Institute | Year 3
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// Solution
+ Pendant-style necklace design for a novel wearable experience.
+ Cloud-shaped hour markers replace traditional numerals, referencing the dragon’s mythical realm.
+ Mysterious and elegant aesthetic, fusing cultural elements with experimental design.
// Actions
+ Leveraged previous eyewear design language for visual consistency.
+ Explored various wearable formats before settling on the necklace structure.
+ Developed detailed visual mockups showcasing the design and how it’s worn.
+ Integrated aesthetics and symbolic narrative within the design details.
// Deliverables
+ 3D model of the necklace watch with concept sketches and orthographic views.
+ High-fidelity renderings illustrating materials, textures, and lighting.
// Project Intro
A conceptual necklace watch that reimagines timekeeping as wearable fashion jewelry, drawing inspiration from the powerful imagery of Chinese dragons soaring through clouds.
// Challenge + Philosophy
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// Challenge
To defy conventional wristwatch design by integrating rich cultural symbolism into a unique and wearable necklace form.
// Philosophy
To explore unconventional timepiece formats where wearable objects become functional storytelling pieces. The dragon amidst clouds symbolizes the fluid passage of time.
"I shape quiet ideas into loud beauty."
McQueen – Inspired Watch Design
（ School Project )
Hong Kong Design Institute | Year 2
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// Solution
+ Integrated hexagonal honeycomb patterns from McQueen’s collection into the watch face and casing.
+ Employed a color palette of champagne gold, black, and transparent yellow, reflecting the strength and nobility of the bee (McQueen’s inspiration).
+ Combined jewelry design elements to create a timepiece that functions as both an accessory and a timekeeping device, emphasizing fashion and function.
// Actions
+ Analyzed McQueen’s designs to extract key visual elements.
+ Experimented with shapes and finishes to achieve a luxury aesthetic.
+ Integrated McQueen’s color palette into the timepiece design.
+ Created renderings to capture the contrast between dark and metallic elements.
// Deliverables
+ Branding and marketing visuals highlighting the product’s high-fashion appeal.
+ Concept designs showcasing hexagonal patterns and color choices.
// Project Intro
Inspired by Alexander McQueen’s Spring/Summer 2013 collection’s bold geometry and dark elegance, this design translates the brand’s signature hexagonal patterns and sophisticated color palette into a wearable timepiece.
// Challenge + Philosophy
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// Challenge
To translate a fashion brand’s design language into a functional and aesthetically striking watch, respecting the brand identity while creating a novel, everyday wearable.
// Philosophy
To seamlessly integrate fashion and timepieces, where a watch narrates a story akin to clothing. The goal was to capture McQueen’s iconic style, merging the brand’s essence with the timepiece’s utility.
"Minimal, intentional, unforgettable."
Watch Bands Design
（ School Project )
Hong Kong Design Institute | Year 2
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// Solution
+ Experimented with geometric patterns and textures for visual impact.
+ Implemented color contrasts to create a modern and versatile look.
+ Used high-quality renderings to showcase materials and lighting, ensuring visual appeal.
// Actions
+ Created prototypes to test comfort and wearability.
+ Utilized 3D software to visualize the watchband’s design.
+ Focused on strong lighting in renderings to highlight design features.
// Deliverables
+ Material samples and texture tests.
+ High-quality 3D renderings of the watch band from multiple angles.
// Project Intro
This project focuses on elevating the often-overlooked watch band by exploring how material, style, color, and patterns can enhance the timepiece-wearing experience. The goal was to create a versatile, attractive, and functional watch band.
// Challenge + Philosophy
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// Challenge
To redesign the watch band, enhancing its aesthetic appeal and comfort, while ensuring it complements the overall watch design and suits both casual and formal occasions.
// Philosophy
Watchbands are essential in defining a timepiece’s identity, not secondary components. This design elevates the band by experimenting with materials and patterns to create a bold, yet comfortable accessory.
