Unique Cool Desk Clocks

223 Ideas by Eliza Bush

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.

Cube Unique Desk Clock

Cube Unique Desk Clock
Modernist cylinder clock arthur umanoff

Modernist cylinder clock arthur umanoff

A cool vintage table clock featuring a 'dial' in the form of motor-powered white flip cards with black numbers. They're encased in a transparent plexiglas tube (with rectangular brown front and rear supports) capped with brown plastic discs on ends.

Curved Unique Table Clock with LED Display

Curved Unique Table Clock with LED Display
Rising Sun Alarm Clock with Himalayan Salt

Rising Sun Alarm Clock with Himalayan Salt
Brick flip steel pictured the retro inspired flip clock with

Brick flip steel pictured the retro inspired flip clock with
Designer desk clocks

Novelty contemporary desk clock that re-invents the time telling style. Unlike classic clocks, this unique clock's face and numbers rotate, while the red line - marking the hours passing - stands still.

Roman Numeral Stainless Steel Mechanical Tabletop Clock in Silver

Roman Numeral Stainless Steel Mechanical Tabletop Clock in Silver
LED Cool Clocks for Desk

LED Cool Clocks for Desk
Adorable desk decor globe clock set of two contemporary

Adorable Desk Decor Globe & Clock,set of two. #Contemporary

Modern table cuckoo clock

modern table cuckoo clock

Desk alarm clock modern wall clock minimalist desk clock alarm

... desk alarm clock modern wall clock minimalist desk clock alarm clock

Sundial Cool Desk Clock

Sundial Cool Desk Clock
Small contemporary desk

Light coloured contemporary table clock in natural wood frame - kind of Scandinavian vibes, perhaps. The face sports light gray colour, the Roman numerals are white and written in simple font. What do you guys think?

Office desk clock

With its award winning design this desk clock will allow you to finally keep perfect track of the time, while the bright, lemon finish makes for a nice addition to any contemporary styled setting and work area.

Analog Quartz Movement / Crystal Tabletop Clock in Turquoise

Analog Quartz Movement / Crystal Tabletop Clock in Turquoise
Aluminum Unique Table Clock

Aluminum Unique Table Clock
Rustic Analog Stainless Steel Quartz Movement / Crystal Tabletop Clock in Brown/White (Set of 4)

Rustic Analog Stainless Steel Quartz Movement / Crystal Tabletop Clock in Brown/White (Set of 4)
Traditional Roman Numeral Quartz Movement / Crystal Tabletop Clock in

Traditional Roman Numeral Quartz Movement / Crystal Tabletop Clock in
Contemporary desk clocks

These table clocks embody ideally the contemporary way of life. Everyday rush and the dynamic pace are explicitly shown here with each of the figures. Available in white, red and black colour variants.

Table clock design

Being a stylish contemporary interpretation of a desk clock, this wooden block enchants with its cool and clean, smooth, designer form. Made entirely of wood with a glass clock face, it features only the most neccessary details.

Porthole modern table clock

Porthole Modern Table Clock

Mantel & Tabletop Clocks Analog Metal Quartz Movement / Crystal Tabletop Clock in Gray

Mantel & Tabletop Clocks Analog Metal Quartz Movement / Crystal Tabletop Clock in Gray
Retro alarm clock contemporary colours date day view calendar desk

Retro Alarm Clock Contemporary Colours Date Day View Calendar Desk Bedside Flip

Numerical Resin Quartz Tabletop Clock in Gold

Numerical Resin Quartz Tabletop Clock in Gold
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Buying Guide

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.