Loft-style wall clocks: what are they and how to choose?

The loft style is considered one of the most demanded interior styles. It is distinguished by every element and accessory. In the article we will consider the nuances of wall clocks of this style, note what they are and how to choose your own version.

Loft is an ambiguous style, each element must be expressive and carefully selected. The clock, selected for the arrangement of a particular room, should look impressive on such unusual bases as a concrete or brick wall. The product may differ in large dimensions, used material, as well as external data.

This is often a model with a round base and large numbers. However, if earlier they had to maintain the illusion of being at an industrial facility, today, in addition to the functional, they also carry a decorative message. Their main features are:

• deliberate rudeness;
• a certain simplicity of form;
• lack of unnecessary decor;
• striving for antique design;
• thoughtful layout;
• stylish appearance;
• dial with outer case.

The appearance of the products varies. Some modifications resemble classic wall clocks without decor with large numbers. Others are similar to a watch case, made of metal, without a solid disc. The numbers are located here on metal rings.

The product can have a central disc with a different design (for example, under an old vinyl disc, a metal sign with characteristic inscriptions). Model type can be open or closed. The first type looks beautiful, but it is more difficult to care for them. Products of the second group are easy to clean.

In addition to simple models, you can find in the rulers designer models with unusual designs. For example, a large compass, an airplane, or even a bicycle. In addition, they can look like signs or even musical instruments (trumpet). Among the extraordinary options, one can also note models in the form of records broken off from old age, watches with metal bars.

Among the creative options are self-adhesive models. In fact, this is a wall clock in the form of arrows and numbers glued to the wall. The models are notable for the fact that they provide for a change in diameter within the range from 20 to 40 cm. They fit perfectly into the concept of the loft style, often complemented by plates for the design of car numbers.

Loft style watches are made from different materials. Often used in production metal, ceramics, glass and wood. Designer models can be made from cardboard, film and even a regular picket fence. The best models are made of wood and metal, and usually the material is given an antique effect.

For example, it could be scuffs, the effect of cracks, chips, a touch of vintage, patina. The texture should create the effect of high cost, it can be a bronze texture, sprayed with silver. The product should look expensive, this is the style of bohemians, people who choose expensive things. Gloss and unnecessary gloss are excluded.

Choosing a wall clock for a creative style is a creative task.It is not enough to choose the color and shape - the product must fit into the style, look organic. In addition, it must match the clearance status. All this can be achieved if you take into account several recommendations of professionals in interior design art.

• The product is selected for a specific base. It should not be allowed that the color matches or the design is not visible.
• The clock is taken for a specific place, it can be a ledge, a wall in a living room, a place above a dining group, a fireplace.
• The size should correspond to the footage of the room. If the room is small, the diameter of the dial shouldn't be huge.
• The product must be combined with other accessories. Moreover, its design can be implemented to match the design of the last century.
• Sometimes in the interior several hours can be used to decorate one zone. Their diameter can be different, but all watches must be in harmony with each other.
• The product may have different designs. The simpler the texture of the base, the more complex the shape can be.

As for the color scheme, it all depends on the material of manufacture. For example, if it is metal, then the tones of cast iron, bronze, and sometimes copper are welcome. Wood can be painted white, milky, pistachio, concrete, brick. If the interior has open communications, you can match the color of the product to them.

We suggest referring to the examples of the photo gallery, clearly demonstrating the possibilities of visual ennobling of space through creative clocks.

• Metal wall clock to accentuate the open plan guest area.

• A model with a large dial, as an expressive accent on the concrete wall of a loft-style living room.

• Installing a wall clock on the floor as one of the key interior accessories.

• A giant clock with an antique design, as an element of the design of the recreation area.

• Loft wall clock with a frame, made according to the design of the last century and attached to the wall by the window.

• A model with a creative design, matched to a brick wall.

• A product with a design for a musical instrument, made of metal.

• A variant of the clock composition on the wall with painting under the clock background, made on a brick wall.

• Black model for decorating a ledge above the fireplace in the guest area.

• Composition of several clocks on a brick wall, matched to the creative style.

To learn how to make a loft-style clock, see the video below.