The Power of a Single Motif
The design theme of this model is, simply put, the hexagon. The hexagon is a shape reminiscent of the quartz crystal in quartz watches, making it a perfect design motif for cutting-edge quartz watches of the time. The dial is composed of a large digital section and a modest analog section, resulting in an extremely simple expression. Even the LCD segments of the digital display use numerals made up of hexagons, and the shapes of the windows for both the digital and analog sections follow this motif. Even the small dot shapes used for function indicators are hexagonal... This thoroughly applied motif not only gives users a sense of familiarity but also clearly defines the character of this watch. As a result, it serves as a good example of how such a motif can also improve functional visibility. When a design motif is present, delicacy is required in the design process. If it is too literal, it can feel cheap; if too weak, the design concept becomes unclear. In this respect, this watch maintains consistent details based on a single motif, from the overall form down to the smallest parts, achieving a sense of unity without sacrificing functionality or legibility. Skillfully unifying the entire design around a single motif in this way is an important element of the design process.