Unique Cool Desk Clocks
We all need to be able to tell the time, but a unique cool desk clock will be your best friend when studying or working from home. Although clocks may have a reputation for being a necessary but boring item, the selections below are anything but dull. Whether you prefer classic designs with a little something extra or a design you’ve never seen before, you’re sure to find your dream desk clock below.
Contemporary Round Aluminum Clock
$72.99 $69
Contemporary Round Aluminum Clock
Willa Arlo™ Interiors
$72.99 $69
Perfect For: Enhancing the aesthetics of any indoor space
What We Like: Its silent mechanism and sleek minimalist design
Stay punctual and elevate your interior décor with this contemporary round aluminum clock. Featuring bold numerals as hour and minute markers, a silent mechanism, and a striking black stainless steel frame, this clock seamlessly combines functionality with modern style. Place it on any accent table to keep track of time while showcasing your impeccable taste. Requires 1 AA battery (not included). Made in India and suitable for indoor use only.
Designer Advice:
Pair this clock with neutral furnishings and a mix of bold, geometric-inspired accessories for an artistically expressive yet minimalist aesthetic that balances both form and function.
Cellphone Holder Bluetooth Radio Cool Desk Clock
$42.49 $49.99
Cellphone Holder Bluetooth Radio Cool Desk Clock
Jensen
$42.49 $49.99
What we like: Bluetooth and battery backup
Not so great for: Creative style
The best contemporary desk clocks blend modern functionality with a compact, sleek appeal. This small contemporary desk clock has a rear USB charge port, Bluetooth up to 33 feet, a 0.9” LED screen, and an FM radio.
Designer Advice:
Contemporary-style desk clocks can have a basic, versatile look that goes with every decor, regardless of the color and size of the display. However, the real wow is all their built-in features like Bluetooth, a charge port in the back, dual alarms with a snooze feature, a radio with multiple button station presets, a detachable phone holder, and battery backup.
What Users Say:
A lot of features wrapped into one, small piece. Pros: Dual alarms, dimmer, lg display face. Nice sounding radio from so small an item w/20 presets, phone holder & charger.
Curved Unique Table Clock with LED Display
$65.99
Curved Unique Table Clock with LED Display
Symple Stuff
$65.99
What we like: Multiple properties displayed
Not so great for: Narrow desks
Know everything you need about your environment at a quick glance with this modern contemporary desk clock. A mirrored lens with a white, large-print LED print display makes for easy reading of the humidity, indoor temperature, and time in an auto-dim.
Designer Advice:
You can expect many features from a modern desk clock, like a slim minimal silhouette and a backlit display. An auto-dimming feature, snooze, and mirrored surface allow easier viewing and functionality. Tracking multiple factors with one device reduces how many items clutter your desk and provides more comfort in your environment.
What Users Say:
We like this curved clock. It’s the perfect size. The display is bright and easy to read.
Gold Analog Desk Clock
$109.99 $148.5
Gold Analog Desk Clock
Willa Arlo™ Interiors
$109.99 $148.5
Perfect For: Enhancing time management and embellishing home corners
What We Like: Silent clock mechanism and modern style
Upgrade your time management skills with this gold analog desk clock – a perfect fusion of form and function. The stainless steel clock features a sleek design, inspired by minimalistic aesthetics, with bars as hour and minute markers. Running silently, it infuses luxury into any room without disrupting your peace. Requires 1 AA battery (not included). Suitable for indoor use and made in India, this clock makes an ideal gift for various occasions.
Designer Advice:
Place the clock on a richly textured desk or table in your living area or workspace to complement its understated elegance and keep track of time effortlessly.
Industrial Metal Wall Clock with Unique Spokes
$122 $140
Industrial Metal Wall Clock with Unique Spokes
Joss & Main
$122 $140
Perfect For: Adding an industrial touch to any room
What We Like: The distinctive spoke design on the frame
Crafted from premium metal, this durable wall clock features a solid finish and smooth texture, showcasing an industrial flair. The unique spokes on the perimeter of the frame instantly draw attention, making this timepiece a striking addition to any space that needs an industrial touch. The clock not only serves as a practical time-telling device but also adds character to your home décor.
Designer Advice:
Place this clock on a brick or concrete wall to enhance its industrial vibe, and complement it with other metal or reclaimed wood pieces to create a cohesive theme.
Unique Bicycle Clock with Alarm
$28.99 $27.99
Unique Bicycle Clock with Alarm
Williston Forge
$28.99 $27.99
Perfect For: Enhancing the charm of any room in your home
What We Like: Intricate detailing and built-in alarm function
This one-of-a-kind bicycle clock features a silver chrome finish and intricate details that will effortlessly elevate your home's decor. The large, easy-to-read analog clock face displays vivid numbers and includes a built-in alarm, making it both functional and stylish. The clock requires 1 "AA" battery (sold separately) and easy assembly. Made from durable ABS plastic, this imported bicycle clock measures 8 3/4"L x 5"H, making it an ideal statement piece.
Designer Advice:
Place it on a mantel or a bookshelf, and surround it with other travel-themed or vintage-style decor items to create an eye-catching display.
Silver Tabletop Clock with Marble Base
$56.99
Silver Tabletop Clock with Marble Base
Greyleigh™
$56.99
Perfect For: Enhancing your home office desk or bedroom dresser
What We Like: The blend of vintage style and modern minimalism
This silver tabletop clock adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any surface, featuring a classic circular silhouette and an old-world charm. The metal frame sports a shiny silver finish, while the white marble base provides stability and a contrasting visual appeal. The minimalist design of the white face, complemented by black markings and hands, effortlessly fits into traditional and transitional decor styles alike.
Designer Advice:
To accentuate the clock's timeless appeal, pair it with other metallic or marble accessories, such as picture frames or desk organizers. This will create a cohesive and upscale aesthetic in your space.
Word Clock Office Decor
$66.99 $68.99
Word Clock Office Decor
Brayden Studio®
$66.99 $68.99
Perfect For: Adding a unique touch to any home or office space
What We Like: Unconventional time-telling and sleek design
Step into the future with this word clock office decor, which offers a fun and refreshing way to tell time through lit-up words in intervals of five minutes. The clock's sophisticated copper or black finish and compact design make it a stylish and functional addition to any space. At nearly 5.9" square, it is large enough to grab attention yet small enough to fit seamlessly into your interior. Power the clock effortlessly by connecting it to your computer or USB port device with the included cable.
Designer Advice:
Place the word clock on a desk or shelf with other contemporary decor items to create a visually striking and conversation-starting focal point in your space.
Rising Sun Alarm Clock with Himalayan Salt
$53.99 $50.99
Rising Sun Alarm Clock with Himalayan Salt
Wrought Studio™
$53.99 $50.99
Perfect For: Helping you wake up rejuvenated and revitalizing your bedroom ambiance
What We Like: Real sunrise simulation and unique Himalayan salt design
Embrace the power of nature with this Rising Sun Alarm Clock, featuring a real sunrise simulation emitted through hand-carved Himalayan salt. This multifunctional device uses warm LEDs to display the time and temperature in ℃ or ℉ and illuminates your room with a calming, amber glow. The effective yet non-intrusive snooze function, along with the elegant wood print, make it an ideal centerpiece for your nightstand.
Designer Advice:
Place it close to your bed for optimal sunrise simulation benefits, and consider adding plants or other natural elements around the room to enhance the revitalizing environment.
Distressed Flourish Clock with Rustic Handle
$41.99 $48.99
Distressed Flourish Clock with Rustic Handle
Ophelia & Co.
$41.99 $48.99
Perfect For: Adding a stylish touch to various room settings
What We Like: The versatile design and charming rustic appeal
This distressed flourish clock features a beautifully designed face, black number markings, and a rustic top handle that effortlessly complements a range of interior styles. It serves as a perfect accent piece for your kitchen, dining room, bedroom, library, or office, adding both function and flair to your space. The elegant design effortlessly meshes with various decor styles, ensuring it easily finds a place in your home.
Designer Advice:
To enhance the rustic charm, pair this clock with other distressed or vintage-inspired decor elements, creating a cozy and timeless atmosphere in your space.
Retro Cool Desk Clock
$45.99
Retro Cool Desk Clock
Ophelia & Co.
$45.99
Available in five different color choices, including antique turquoise, antique white, or rustic black, this clock is stylish and chic with its distressed finish, black time markings, and oval shape.
Designer Advice:
To create an overall rustic look, pair this clock with items of a similar finish – if you pair it with items that are too modern, it may look out of place and plain shabby instead of shabby chic.
Vintage Resin Table Clock with Quartz Movement
Vintage Resin Table Clock with Quartz Movement
Rosdorf Park
Perfect For: Adding a nostalgic touch to bedrooms or living rooms
What We Like: The silent metal clock mechanism
This vintage resin table clock features a silent metal quartz movement, allowing you to enjoy the charm of an antique-inspired timepiece without the annoying ticking sounds. The clock's durable resin material mimics the look of metal, giving it an authentic, aged appearance. With its versatile design, this piece effortlessly complements various décor styles, making it a great addition to bedrooms, living rooms, or even home offices.
Designer Advice:
Place it on a wooden bedside table or a vintage-inspired bookshelf to enhance its old-world charm, and pair it with other nostalgic decorations for a complete look.
Multifunctional LED Alarm Clock with USB Charging
Multifunctional LED Alarm Clock with USB Charging
Orren Ellis
Perfect For: Enhancing bedroom, living room, or office aesthetics and functionality
What We Like: 115 LED display colors and voice control feature
This multifunctional LED alarm clock offers a variety of functions including clock, date, snooze function, alarm, weekend alarm, and temperature display. With 115 LED colors to choose from and three brightness levels, you can customize the display to fit your personal preferences. The voice control function allows easy activation of the LED screen when needed, while two built-in USB output ports enable convenient charging of two mobile devices simultaneously. This elegant and modern alarm clock promises a pleasant visual experience, making it suitable for various settings and an ideal gift choice.
Designer Advice:
Place the LED alarm clock on your bedside table or office desk to keep track of time, temperature and charge your electronic devices, all while adding a touch of sophistication and color to your space.
Modern Tabletop Clock with Silver Face
Modern Tabletop Clock with Silver Face
Orren Ellis
Perfect For: Contemporary home or office spaces
What We Like: Handcrafted design and striking multi-directional grind patterns
This modern tabletop clock showcases a handcrafted tall silver face adorned with meticulously etched multi-directional grind patterns, creating a stunning, light-reflective surface. With its silent sweep motor and slim black hands, this functional decor doubles as both a timepiece and a work of art. Made from natural aluminum, it adds a sophisticated touch to any executive office, contemporary kitchen, or bedroom tabletop.
Designer Advice:
Place it in a well-lit area or near a window, allowing natural light to accentuate its holographic movement, depth, and sparkle.
Colorful Light Up Cool Desktop Clock
Colorful Light Up Cool Desktop Clock
La Crosse Technology
What we like: Multiple color modes
Not so great for: Not having power
This contemporary desk clock features 20 color options with five light modes that offer a vibrant, glowing aura. In addition, morning and evening modes help balance your circadian rhythm, guided breathing helps relaxation, and comfort mode creates a soothing sleeping environment.
Designer Advice:
Contemporary desk clocks with color-light accents are an easy, fun way to imbibe your space with personality and warmth. Advanced tech features like day-to-night settings, comfort meter - the color changes based on ambient humidity - and guided breathing help give your clock unique functionality. And the display can feature multiple data to keep you up to date.
What Users Say:
I originally bought it for an alarm but now it's all about the features. The lights are beautiful and relaxing. I love how its shows the temperature and humidity along with other stuff.
Cube Unique Desk Clock
Cube Unique Desk Clock
Ivy Bronx
You can choose from four color combinations with this cube desk clock – gray/white, black/white, blue/white, and brown/gray – not just for telling time, it will also tell you the date and temperature alternately.
Cleverly designed to respond to clapped hands or clicked fingers.
Designer Advice:
This clock would be a perfect gift for that tech-savvy friend or if you like all the latest technology in your home office. Furthermore, the LED light adds an element of fun.
LED Cool Clocks for Desk
LED Cool Clocks for Desk
Brayden Studio®
There’s nothing cooler than LED. Literally electrifying, it will instantly make the space around it brighter. Uniquely designed with 5 cubs shapes on top of a walnut base, this clock is retro to the extreme.
Think 1980s futurism, as this clock has 7 display modes and millions of colors so you’ll never get bored, along with some cool adjustable lighting effects.
Designer Advice:
Change up the colors on your LED clock every few days to give off a different vibe.
Quartz Unusual Desk Clock
Quartz Unusual Desk Clock
This analog clock is made of iron and finished in antique gold for a cool vintage look that will jazz up any plain desk. Covered in faux leather for even more of a throwback look, it requires 1 AA battery to operate which is not included.
Designer Advice:
Measuring 13.625 inches tall, it would look amazing on a simple white or black desk so it can stand out, and at 1.83lbs, it won’t be too heavy or take up too much space.
Sundial Cool Desk Clock
Sundial Cool Desk Clock
Ivy Bronx
Bring the sun into your home all year round with this glimmering golden clock crafted from metal. Measuring 15 inches high, it will make a bold statement sitting on your desk and keep you up to date with its traditional analog face.
Designer Advice:
This clock has an art deco vibe to it that would look amazing contrasted with turquoise walls to show off its gleaming gold finish to full effect.
Glam Modern Table Clock
Glam Modern Table Clock
This modern table clock is extremely glamorous and will turn heads even when it is amongst piles of papers or next to a lamp. The glimmering silver metal finish will reflect light all day to keep you motivated, whereas the roman numeral time display and pendulum beneath add a touch of tradition.
Made from quality glass and MDF wood.
Designer Advice:
Would look stunning in an entryway or next to a window to make the most of its light-reflecting ability.
Mirrored Table Clock Modern
Mirrored Table Clock Modern
Ebern Designs
If you have a room that gets a lot of light, this mirrored table clock will give you even more. Made from recycled materials, it has a USB charger port and a snooze function. Even better, the brightness is dimmable so it won’t hurt your eyes or affect sleep.
The design of this clock is ultra-modern, with a white base around the mirror.
Designer Advice:
It would look great sitting on a white desk, but make sure to clean it regularly so frustrating fingerprints don’t build up into unsightly smudges.
Aluminum Unique Table Clock
Aluminum Unique Table Clock
Undoubtedly unique, this table clock is intertwined in a design made from gold aluminum. Featuring a silent ticking mechanism for those who need complete silence to concentrate, it displays marked gold numbers on a round clock face.
Designer Advice:
We recommend letting this clock have the spotlight by pairing it with gold accents such as a magazine holder or desk clipper, small details that bring a room together. It requires one AA battery that is not included.
Stainless Steel Modern Desk Clock
Stainless Steel Modern Desk Clock
Nothing says modern quite like clean-cut stainless steel, and this sleek and streamlined desk clock with a glossy silver finish is a cut above the rest. Standing on a short base, the clock face does not feature numbers but instead markings, which could be an issue for some.
Designer Advice:
Due to the minimalist design, this clock would look great in a room with contemporary minimalist undertones and neutral colors such as beige or white, as brighter colors will overwhelm an understated piece like this.
Pearl Unique Desk Clock
Pearl Unique Desk Clock
Keep things elegant and refined with this unique desk clock, which has a round shape and is encrusted with pearl inlay and faux silver jewels. Featuring a handle for easy portability, it stands 3.35 inches high, perfect for perching on the edge of your desk.
Designer Advice:
The classic face on this clock would suit a more traditional desk made from darker wood shades or veneers such as walnut or cherry for a look that is overall sophisticated.
Buying Guide
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It isn't uncommon for those who are working at their desks to have a need for keeping track of time. No matter if you're a student managing assignments or a professional handling a myriad of tasks, it's critical to do so during a particular timeframe. Therefore, it's useful to have a selection of desk clocks from which to choose. That way your home office or desk space can be better equipped for keeping track of the time you're spending on tasks. Here are ways to help you narrow your search.
Contemporary styling embraces styling that experienced development in the latter part of the 20th Century. These pieces tend to have rounded lines with softened edges instead of the hard edges often found in modern design. Those who decorate using contemporary styling focus on bold color with a combination of neutral elements while focusing on the basics of form, line, and shape. With that in mind, selecting contemporary desk clocks featuring those style elements is optimal to help it remain in keeping with the room’s décor.
Contemporary desk clocks are more than a showpiece for your desk. Now they have many features and options to not only help optimize how you're spending your time but also many other ways you're using your office or desk space. Here are examples of features you can pick:
- Large hologram letters to help you see the time, date, and weather forecast better.
- Multiple charging ports available for your mobile devices.
- Intelligent alarm systems are allowing you to set reminders throughout the day.
- Smart features that will connect you to your coffeemaker and other devices around your home.
Under most circumstances, you’ll find contemporary desk clocks featured in these materials:
- plexiglass
- wood block
- rounded wood block
- aluminum dials encased in glass
- bulb tubes with an aluminum base
- graphite
- chrome
The utilization of these materials blends well with contemporary and modern desks, as well as transitional styling featuring a mix of modern and traditional design. The beauty of these contemporary clocks can serve as a focal point or part of a desk set collection.
When desk clocks are present, it means schedules are essential to the student or worker. Under most circumstances, people will schedule their time on phones or laptops. Therefore, the addition of a desk clock means that the individual's schedule is of critical importance. The addition of a contemporary desk clock is a subtle way of telling co-workers or other classmates that you like to remain on-time, and on schedule without having to say it outwardly.
Depending on where you purchase your desk clock, as well as the materials from which they're made, you'll find the prices will vary significantly. For example, you can find a plexiglass desk clock featuring digital numbers for just under $30.00. If you would like to add smart features, you can find contemporary desk clocks for just under $200.00.
