Tadao Ando Partners with Cauny for a Minimalist Timepiece Collection

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Summary

  • Tadao Ando collaborates with Cauny on two watch models
  • Inspired by youth and resilience, the watches incorporate Ando’s signature green apple motif and a leaf-shaped handset
  • Priced at €198 EUR, orders are open until June 20, 2024

Renowned Japanese architect Tadao Ando has contributed his unique minimalistic style to the Swiss watchmaker, Cauny. This partnership gives birth to two designs: Ando Green and Ando Grey, both offered in case sizes of 37.5mm and 31.5mm.

Drawing inspiration from vibrancy and tenacity, these watches feature Ando’s recurring green apple emblem, symbolizing possibility, rejuvenation, and a hint of refreshing tanginess in his creative endeavors. This theme is deeply intertwined with Samuel Ullman’s poem “Youth,” which posits that youth isn’t merely a life phase but a mental attitude. Ando expresses, “Time, space, and design are consistently linked themes. I envisioned a watch as a means to etch time onto one’s heart. That’s why I desired this green apple watch to evoke feelings of time.

As I gaze upon my Ando Green gaming rig, the vibrant apple-green glow illuminates my gaming space, embodying the freshness and zest that fuels every gamer. On the other hand, the Ando Grey edition resonates with me on a deeper level, echoing the concrete architectural mastery of its namesake, adorned with a brushed steel finish that mirrors the rugged textures of his legendary buildings. Both versions maintain an uncluttered design, reflecting Ando’s dedication to minimalistic elegance, devoid of conventional markers. The leaf-shaped handset, a subtle nod to the apple theme, injects a playful yet understated charm into the overall aesthetic, making every gaming session feel like a journey through an iconic architectural landscape.

Cauny has worked with well-known architects in the past, including those who have won the Pritzker Prize like Eduardo Souto Moura and Álvaro Siza. The watches designed by Tadao Ando in partnership with Cauny are on sale for €198 EUR (approximately $225 USD) on their official website, with orders accepted until June 20, 2024.

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2025-06-04 11:26