A simple cylinder meets unexpected detail with the World Desk Clock from Korean–based design firm 11+. Although the clock maintains the typical function of a clock—displaying the time—the World Clock takes it a step further. The exterior of the clock is inscribed with names of different international cities, including New York, Santiago, Aukland, Paris, and more. All 24 different time zones can be displayed, thanks to the distinctive rolling mechanism of the clock.

It is all very mindful. “We proceeded with a philosophy and a vision,” says Chamberlin. “All of us understood that the poetry of what you look at is very important.”

A tabletop desk with trestle legs is a modern, customizable, and budget-friendly option for creating a clean surface to work from.

A vintage lamp and George Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Spool clock embody the mid-century feel of Soheil and Nima Nakhshab’s design for a California family home.

Don't let its minimalism fool you: the Dandelion Clock hides a fun graphic display in plain sight. Instead of numerals, each hour mark "dandelion" adds another petal, from one to twelve.

Leff Amsterdam's Metlev35 Wall Clock, made of colored glass and aluminum, should help you spring forward in style.

Mini Lumio+ by Max Gunawan for Lumio, $125 at hellolumio.com An extra lightweight companion to the original Lumio, a literal book light created by architect Max Gunawan, the mini Lumio+ achieves the same spellbinding LED effect as its predecessor, while also providing a portable means to charge electronics.

Color Me Rad To give the exterior of your home a chic, contemporary veneer without splurging on expensive cladding, use a bold accent color.

The Steel Wall Clock and Steel Table Clock celebrate materiality, color, and simplicity. Paring down the clock to its most necessary elements, Norm Architects focused on the simple hands and round face of the clock.

The orange his-and-hers lamps in the bedroom came from Högner's sister's childhood bedroom. "My sister prefers new things," said Högner. "But my dad can't throw anything out.

The Luminous Electronic Barograph Clock

Clock by Tung Chiang, $550 for series of four. Photo by Heath Ceramics.

For those seeking to add texture to their timepiece, there's always the Felt Wall Clock desgined by Sebastian Herkner for Leff. Its 60 percent recycled PET felt even has sound-absorbing properties.

The laser cut Cucù is a Diamantini & Domeniconi signature. Although Hill opted for an austere white version, it comes in many different cheerful colors. Price upon request.

Their design took four months to construct. And much like their later project on the same property, the Nest, the EDGE cabin features a protective, movable screen: when not in use, these white oak panels slide inwards to sheild the cabin windows and doors.

Clock by Roger Herman, $850. Photo by Heath Ceramics.

Blurred images inspired designer Ivan Kasner to create the Hazy Wall Clock; its translucent covering uniquely gives the appearance of frosted or foggy glass.

Clock by Natalie Chanin, $1200. Photo by Heath Ceramics.

A paragon of reductive simplicity, the Wyzer Wall Clock eliminates the face all together, allowing any range of decorative moves or custom wall clock faces to be implemented around its hands.

Love the suspended clocks.

A work of American design icon George Nelson, the Nelson Spindle Clock sports twelve turned walnut spindles, accented with luxe brass, that mark the time.

Clock by Commune, $400. Photo by Heath Ceramics.

Clock by Geoff McFetridge, $550. Photo by Heath Ceramics.

Designed by Arne Jacobsen for the Danish National Bank in 1971, Bankers Wall Clock has been faithfully recreated by Rosendahl. Its design uses a brilliantly simple scheme of boxes to balance simplicty with legibility.

Clock by Tung Chiang, $550 for series of four. Photo by Heath Ceramics.

Clock by Commune, $400. Photo by Heath Ceramics.

An alarm clock, designed by Michael Sodeau and Japanese company Suikosha.

A square that will fit into nearly any small space, the retro yet modern Braun alarm clock is a must-have for anyone who travels. With its crescendo alarm, you will never miss another flight again. ($30)