The "CAN WATCH" designed by the Hong Kong design team Alchemist Creation can fully understand all the design elements from its name. Translated in vernacular, it is a watch made of cans. The so-called cans here are the "cool" companions for cooling off in the summer, bottles of refreshing carbonated drink cans. The design team selected local "smaller" recycled cans in Hong Kong and integrated them into the watch design to create an absolutely eye-catching one. The most discussed watch!
"Super exaggerated!"
Yes, a watch with a large surface of 5.5 centimeters definitely feels like this. In fact... it does too~ (laughs). However, the design of CAN WATCH cannot be summarized as exaggerated, because its appearance not only attracts the attention of the so-called ordinary people, but also steals the focus of their attention when placed in front of senior designers who have read countless designs. It even received quite high praise! The CAN WATCH classic model made a splash at the 2013 German Red Dot Design Award, winning the Best of the Best in the watch and jewelry category that year. The jury described CAN WATCHs stylish appearance. , the design is eye-catching and suitable for both gifting and personal use (this sentence was added by the editor himself).
As you get closer, you can see that the name CAN WATCH is really no joke. The shelf life of the beverage is printed on the surface of the "CAN WATCH S30 Series", and the glossy texture is exactly the same as that of the familiar cans. In order to maintain the original texture of the beverage can, the design team did not do much surface treatment and even retained the paint finish of the original beverage bottle. The four numbers 12, 3, 6, 9 and other scales are pressed on the concave curved surface. The color of the minute hand and second hand matches the strap. There are many changes, and the outermost layer is covered with glass to protect the pointer. them.
Beverage can: "PLEASE RECYCLE"
Designer: "Okay!"
This little bit of fun is deliberately retained by the design team, because it has always been their goal to do a little bit for environmental protection. We also hope that everyone can remind themselves at any time when wearing the watch: environmental protection starts with you and me. It’s just a piece of cake! At the same time, because the watch case is all made from recycled cans, there are some scratches and dents left. These small defects have become a major feature of CAN WATCH. The editor thought that even if there were no traces when I got it, it would be interesting to wear it every day and wear it out with some traces of use~
Wait a minute...whats going on?
I originally thought "CAN W"ATCH S30 series" is already the limit of can watches. Unexpectedly, after the editor took out the classic model of "CAN WATCH", he discovered that things are not that simple. The truth shocked 20 million people! It turns out that the combination on the left The CAN WATCH classic model with genuine leather strap was the design that won the German Red Dot Design Award that year. The immediate thought that came to my mind was that the judges could accept such a large surface!
The difference between the 6.6 cm surface of the classic model and the 5.5 cm surface of the 30S series does not seem to be too big in terms of numbers, but coupled with the thickness factor, the visual effect looks much larger. If compared with ordinary watches, there is a complete size difference between adults and children.
In addition to the size difference between the 30S and 30S, the design and overall texture of the case are also very different. The classic model is made from local small coffee cans in Hong Kong. In order for the final presentation not to be too fancy, the design team polished off the paint on the outer layer of the can and gave the outer shell a unique aluminum metal luster, which is between fog and mist. Between the surface and the mirror surface, it has a certain degree of dazzlingness, but it is not too difficult to take care of, and you will not feel distressed if you scratch it or two. And there are no numbers or other scales, only 4 concave points for positioning, and paired with a double-layer leather strap, it has a very elegant and calm temperament!
Two types of CAN WATCH does not have a crown. If you want to adjust the time, you have to hold the lower case and turn the upper case clockwise slightly to open and adjust it. The prominent pattern on the back looks like the orthographic mark of CAN WATCH. Without any logo or image, you can identify that this can watch is made by the Alchemist Creation team.
The design team not only hopes to make a small contribution in the field of environmental protection, but also cooperates with local non-profit organizations to move the production line to a sheltered factory, where students from disadvantaged communities will process and produce, and also invest in social welfare. Mental effort. Alchemist Creation not only attaches great importance to product design itself, but also arranges appropriate production processes with students and instructors in sheltered factories, so that disadvantaged students can gain achievement and confidence in completion, and consumers can feel the exquisite craftsmanship of factory students from their works. technology.
After talking about design, environmental protection, and social care, these three brand spirits that the design team focuses on, let’s talk about the wearing situation that is closer to you and me. The design without a crown allows left-handers to wear it on the right hand without feeling stuck. It is no problem to wear it on the left and right hands in turn. This is an alternative gain discovered by the editor.
As for the 5.5 cm 30S series and the 6.6 cm classic series, will their surfaces be too big? You can imagine the situation in the photo. For ordinary women, the 30S series should be a good choice, and for boys, the classic models are not really too big to be accepted. Of course, if girls want to try classic styles, it’s absolutely fine, but they may have to be prepared to become the focus of everyone’s attention first!
I originally thought that such an eye-catching can watch must be worn in loose hip-hop attire. Unexpectedly, the situational scenes envisioned by the design team were all refreshing and handsome situations wearing denim shirts, and even wearing relatively casual clothes. The suit jacket doesn’t feel too inconsistent, and such an image contrast further strengthens the charm of CAN WATCH. It is a completely unfathomable watch~
The 30S series with detachable straps can also be processed by yourself, string it on a drill and use it as a pocket watch, or put it directly on your desk as a small clock. One watch has multiple uses. It is also fun to explore the various possibilities of CAN WATCH!
The editor personally particularly likes the scene of holding a drink can while wearing CAN WATCH. That scene is really interesting!
A must-have photo when traveling, invincible youth, the dazzling friendship star~ star~ star~! If all five people wear CAN WATCH, the dazzling level will immediately soar!
The Alchemist Creations team was founded with the motto "Differentiation in preface" as the brand spirit. They integrate design, environmental protection and social care to design the CAN WATCH series, hoping to bring everyone more than just matching. It is not just a tool to tell time, but a personalized symbol with more depth and infinite possibilities. If you want to find a highlight for yourself, you may want to consider wearing CAN WATCH on your hand!~
