two overlapping gradients in lawa design’s analog watch translate time into different patterns

lawa design introduces gradient watch, an analog timepiece that tells time through everchanging patterns.

Ewa Bryzek edited by christina vergopoulou November 29, 2024 3 min

Gradient Watch: a wearable piece of art

Lawa Design’s Allen Shakir and Ewa Bryzek, based in Copenhagen, conceive Gradient Watch, a minimalist analog watch that translates time into different patterns. A wearable piece of art that doesn’t just tell time, but expresses it. Gradient Watch tells time with the help of two overlapping gradients – one for hours and one for minutes – blending into different patterns as time passes. In an era dominated by smartwatches and their steady stream of distractions, Gradient Watch aims to make time reading a simple yet visually pleasing experience. Every moment is unique, and the watch’s design is a reflection of just that.

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 1 — all images courtesy of Lawa Design

Gradient patterns blend as time passes

It may not look like it, but Gradient Watch is every bit as analog as a traditional wristwatch. Designed by architects duo Ewa Bryzek and Allen Shakir from Lawa Design, the watch is equipped with a Japanese Miyota 2025 quartz movement, running smoothly and reliably. The hands move in small increments that are barely noticeable to the naked eye resulting in a smooth movement that almost appears digital. With a case of 38 mm, Gradient Watch has a versatile size that suits both smaller and larger wrists. Its balanced proportions provide a classic look without feeling too bold or too delicate. The lugs on the watch are carefully designed to hug the wrist, enhancing comfort and offering a refined, minimalist appearance. The project is available now on Kickstarter.

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 2 — Gradient Watch is a minimalist analog watch that translates time into different patterns

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 3 — Gradient Watch is an analog wristwatch, designed by Ewa Bryzek and Allen Shakir from Lawa Design

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 4 — Gradient Watch comes in four different colors with easily replaceable straps in leather and stainless steel

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 5 — the unisex timepiece has a versatile size that suits both smaller and larger wrists

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 6 — the wearable piece of art tells time with the help of two overlapping gradients | Gradient Watch black

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 7 — one gradient hand for hours and one for minutes blend into different patterns as time passes | Gradient Watch gold

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 8 — Gradient Watch aims to make time reading a simple yet visually pleasing experience | Gradient Watch black

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 9 — the watch is equipped with a Japanese Miyota 2025 quartz movement, running smoothly | Gradient Watch rose gold

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 10 — balanced proportions provide a classic look without feeling too bold or too delicate | Gradient Watch silver

two overlapping gradients in lawa design's analog watch translate time into different patterns - 11 — the lugs are designed to hug the wrist, enhancing comfort and offering a refined appearance | Gradient Watch silver

project info:

name: Gradient Watch
designer: Lawa Design | @lawadesign

lead designers: Allen Shakir, Ewa Bryzek

kickstarter: Gradient Watch

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