Watch
Lunar

Watch for ZIIIRO

Lunar is Robert's project for timepiece company ZIIIRO. This watch creates a tie between the design and the nature of the object. If it wasn't a watch that naturally moves sunwise, it wouldn't be possible to read it. The edges of two semi-circles moving in clockwise direction show hours and minutes, they are both leveled at the same height which creates a flat surface. By the interlocking shapes, hands and watch face become one to create a constantly changing graphic.

Dabi Robert 2021 Professional Golden Press Kit № 117151

Download Press Kit № 117151

Download Press Kit № 117151 Watch for ZIIIRO by Dabi Robert to access high-res images, essential texts, translations, and exclusive interviews—all in one.


Available Now for Your Next Story

At fashion|newsroom, we understand the pressures and deadlines journalists face. That’s why we offer exclusive access to our curated press kits and high-resolution images, tailored for accredited journalists. These resources are designed to enrich your stories with depth and visual appeal, spotlighting the world's most innovative designs.


Please Note:

  • Credit the work's creator and/or photographer.
  • Mention fashion|newsroom as your source.
  • Share your published pieces with us; we love to celebrate and promote your work on our platform and social media.

Let’s Collaborate: Your stories matter. fashion|newsroom is here to support you with quality, accessible content. Once you are accredited, reach out for the images and content you need. We will provide the specific images and content directly, along with recommendations on works to feature.


Get Accredited Easily: Quick access to our resources requires media accreditation. Apply for media accreditation to join our network and start exploring a wealth of design stories.


Lunar by Dabi Robert
Lunar by Dabi Robert

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

This 1800-pixel image adapts to your print needs: sharp and detailed at 6 inches with 300 DPI, it transitions smoothly to 12 inches at 150 DPI, preserving visual quality. High-res images, watermark-free, are yours with press accreditation; or grab a low-res copy now, no wait required. Image attributions can be found in the Image Credits Section.

Watch by Dabi Robert
Watch by Dabi Robert

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

Maximize the potential of this 1800-pixel image: at 300 DPI, it delivers exceptional detail up to 6 inches, while at 150 DPI, it offers clarity for prints up to 12 inches. Download watermark-free, high-res images with your press credentials, or opt for an immediate low-res download. For photo credit information, refer to the Image Credits Section.

Dabi Robert Lunar
Dabi Robert Lunar

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

For precise, vibrant prints up to 6 inches, use this 1800-pixel image at 300 DPI. For larger visuals up to 12 inches, 150 DPI ensures the image remains clear and impactful. Download watermark-free, high-res images with your press credentials, or opt for an immediate low-res download. Image attributions can be found in the Image Credits Section.

Dabi Robert Watch
Dabi Robert Watch

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

The 1800-pixel image is crafted for flexibility in print sizes—crisp and detailed at up to 6 inches with 300 DPI, and maintains its clarity at up to 12 inches when set to 150 DPI. Unlock high-res, watermark-free images with press accreditation, or instantly download a low-res version today. Details on photo contributions are located in the Image Credits Section.

Dabi Robert Designer Portrait Photo
Dabi Robert Designer Portrait Photo

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

Utilize this 1800-pixel image at 300 DPI for sharp, detailed prints up to 6 inches. When your narrative requires larger images, deploying it at 150 DPI allows for clear, impactful visuals up to 12 inches. Accredited press members can download high-res images free of watermarks. Alternatively, low-res images are instantly available. Consult the Image Credits Section for information on photo credits.

ZIIIROBrand Logo
ZIIIROBrand Logo

Download 1800 Pixels JPEG Image.

For precise, vibrant prints up to 6 inches, use this 1800-pixel image at 300 DPI. For larger visuals up to 12 inches, 150 DPI ensures the image remains clear and impactful. Unlock high-res, watermark-free images with press accreditation, or instantly download a low-res version today. Photo credits are listed in the Image Credits Section.

Design Newswire
Lunar Watch Press Releases

Availability alert: Press releases for Lunar in languages including English.


Language Icon
Lunar Watch Translations

Our Lunar translations are now available in a wide range of languages: Watch EN, Horlosie AF, Ora SQ, ሰዓት AM, الساعة AR, Ժամացույց HY, Saat AZ, Erlojua EU, Гадзіннік BE, ঘড়ি BN, Sat BS, Часовникът BG, စောင့်ကြည့် MY, El Rellotge CA, Ang Relo CEB, Wotchi NY, 手錶 ZY, 手表 ZH, Watch CO, Sat HR, Hodinky CS, Ur DA, Horloge NL, Horloĝo EO, Käekell ET, Kello FI, Montre FR, Faire GD, O Reloxo GL, საათი KA, Eine Uhr DE, Το Ρολόι EL, ઘડિયાળ GU, Gade HT, Agogo HA, Ka Wati HAW, שעון HE, घड़ी HI, Saib HMN, Az Óra HU, Úr IS, Elekere IG, Jam Tangan ID, Faire GA, Orologio IT, 時計 JA, Jam Tangan JV, ಗಡಿಯಾರವು KN, Сағат KK, នាឡិកា KM, Kureba RW, 시계는 KO, Seet KU, Саат KY, ໂມງ LO, Vigilia LA, Pulkstenis LV, Laikrodis LT, Auer LB, Часовник MK, Famantaranandro MG, Jam Tangan MS, വാച്ച് ML, Għassa MT, Mataara MI, घड्याळ MR, Цаг MN, घडी NE, Se NO, ଘଣ୍ଟା OR, ساعت PS, ساعت FA, Zegarek PL, Relógio PT, ਘੜੀ PA, Ceas RO, Часы RU, Matamata SM, Сат SR, Wachi SN, واچ SD, ඔරලෝසුව SI, Hodinky SK, Ura SL, Saacadu SO, Oache ST, El Reloj ES, Arloji SU, Saa SW, Klocka SV, Ang Relo TL, Соат TG, கடிகாரம் TA, Сәгать TT, వాచ్ TE, นาฬิกา TH, Saat TR, Sagat TK, Годинник UK, گھڑی UR, سائەت UG, Soat UZ, Đồng Hồ VI, Gwylio CY, Horloazje FY, Iwotshi XH, וואַך YI, Aago YO, Iwashi ZU, for global reach.


Press Kit
Lunar Watch Media Articles

Our articles on Lunar, prepared for immediate use, are offered in several languages, including Portuguese, Dutch, Korean, Japanese, Russian, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish, Hindi, Turkish, French, Italian, Indonesian, German and Arabic (Standard).


Unique Properties

Lunar is a wrist watch that uses an unconventional way of displaying time. It is shown by two interlocking half circles. The correct side of the semi-circle that shows the current time is determined by the fact that it naturally rotates clock-wise. The inner minute disc is embedded into the outer hour disc, allowing both discs to be aligned at the same level of height. The brand ZIIIRO emphasises unique and fun ways of telling the time over absolute precision.

Tags

watch, wrist watch, ziiiro, time, lunar, disc

Production Technology

The Lunar design was developed to create a watch face where the whole surface is a changing pattern, but in the most minimal way. In order to for the final result to be usable and readable, it is necessary for the owner to know clockwise direction. Of course, this should go without saying. Even the word "clockwise" refers to watches, so what makes this design special is that the graphical design of the watch face is tied to a watch without any alternative – It wouldn't work in a world where some watches go clockwise and some counter-clockwise. The design is tied to the product in the most intimate way.

Design Challenge

In order for being able to embed the inner disc into to outer one, it was necessary to use brass discs. This way, the bigger disc can be bent, and the smaller disc be placed inside this deepening. Compared to plastic, metallic discs come with the disadvantage of being heavier, which can be a problem for the torque and the fixation on the stem. We tackled the torque issue by removing non-visible material from the underlying disc. The fixation issue, we tried to resolve by using another miniature disc that is being applied from the top. With such a small clearance of a wrist watch, tiny misalignments can make a visual difference, that's why quality control is even more important with a construction like this. The first version of this model was finished in 2016, but after some technical complications, we had to re-release it in 2020.

Project Duration

The project started in 2016 in Germany & Hong Kong. It took about a year until we could finalise the product. However, due to technical complications we re-released a revised version in 2020.

Operation Flow

Time can be set by pulling out and turning the crown. Time is indicated by two discs, the outer one shows hour, the inner one minutes. To keep the visual appearance minimal, there are no markers. When setting the time, the light semi-circle tip have to be moved into the correct position in relation to the watch orientation. Since the semi-circles have two side, the correct one is the one moving towards clockwise direction.

Research

ZIIIRO is all about unique ways of telling the time. We are aware that the purpose of a traditional wrist watch has evolved from time teller into a status symbol or accessory for expressing one's personality and fashion style. In order to figure out the fashion part, we exhibited at the Berlin fashion week 4 times, where we could get feedback from all over the world. After additional market research by making polls and looking at our customer base, we discovered that a large portion of our fans is affiliated to the creative industry. Since being creative is our credo, it shows that we are doing something right.

Inspiration

The goal of this project was to develop a flat graphical way of displaying time, while the whole watch face serves as a constantly changing canvas without making compromises to readability. By using these flat coloured semi-circles on solid metal discs, we touched the limits of graphical minimalism. Since it became redundant for a watch to only tell time, the brand's mission is to design quality pieces, that emphasise on the fun part of watches.

Image Credits

Image #1,2,4,5: Robert Dabi Image #3: Xcountry Inc. Japan

Project Overview

Lunar Watch has been a Golden winner in the Jewelry Design award category in the year 2020 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.

Dabi Robert Designer Portrait Photo Award Logo
Golden Recognition

Dabi Robert was recognized with the coveted Golden A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work Lunar Watch.

DesignPRWire
Dabi Robert Press Releases

We provide a series of press releases on Dabi Robert that journalists and press members can freely incorporate into their narratives. Immediate access is granted to 5 press releases for all journalists.


Lunar: A Unique and Fun Way to Tell Time

Introducing Lunar: A Graphical and Minimalist Wrist Watch by Dabi Robert


Dabi Robert Designer Portrait Photo
Dabi Robert Newsroom

Step into Dabi Robert Newsroom for a showcase of exemplary design and recognized projects.

You are currently viewing Media Showcase № 117151. Check out Dabi Robert's newsroom for an exhaustive resource hub, featuring award-winning works and exclusive media content. You are exploring Press Kit / Media Showcase 117151 for Lunar. More resources can be found in Newsroom 275289.

Explore Now

Jupiter Watch
Jupiter

Watch for ZIIIRO

Dabi Robert 2021 Professional Golden
Janus Watch
Janus

Watch for WOLKOV

WIlliam Volcoff 2020 Startup Golden
L1 All Blue Watch
L1 All Blue

Watch for Lilienthal Berlin

Lars Hofmann 2020 Enterprise Platinum
Moels and Co 528 Watch
Moels and Co 528

Watch for Moels and Co

Betina Greca Menescal 2022 Agency Golden
Bigbang Watch
Bigbang

Watch for AGELOCER

Agelocer 2021 Agency Silver
Astronomer Watch
Astronomer

Watch for AGELOCER

Agelocer 2021 Agency Silver
Bennetti Watch
Bennetti

Watch for Mako Design

Mako Design + Invent 2020 Agency Bronze
Just Watch
Just

Watch for KIBARDIN Design

Vadim Kibardin 2021 Professional Bronze
Minach Watch
Minach

Watch for Esmail Ghadrdani

Esmail Ghadrdani 2022 Academic Iron
Pride Watch
Pride

Watch for Alex Donahue

Alex Donahue 2021 Professional Iron
Adesse Watch
Adesse

Watch for Jansen Che

Jansen Che 2021 Professional Silver
Van Gogh Earrings
Van Gogh

Earrings for LARISSA MORAES

Larissa Moraes 2020 Professional Golden
Create Newsroom
Create Your Newsroom

Establishing your own newsroom is a strategic move to effectively communicate your designs to a targeted audience of journalists and media editors. This direct channel enhances your visibility, significantly increasing your chances of being published and featured across a wide range of media platforms, from magazines and newspapers to journals and online media. Take the first step towards amplifying your reach and influence in the design community.

Create Media Account
Create Account to Unlock Exclusive Resources
  • High-resolution images for your stories
  • Ready-to-publish press kits
  • Access to exclusive content

Quick sign-up. Instant access. Elevate your reporting now.

Create Newsroom
Submit Your Design

Submit your design and seize the opportunity to be featured across a global stage. Gain exposure by connecting your work with our extensive network of journalists and leading media outlets. Start your journey to worldwide recognition today.

Submit Design

Have your work recognized and featured globally. Submit your design today for a chance to be promoted to a wide network of journalists and media outlets.

Submit Design

Featured Now

Design of the Day
DESIGN OF THE DAY
Design Team of the Day
DESIGN TEAM OF THE DAY
Design Legend of the Day
DESIGN LEGEND OF THE DAY
Design Highlight of the Day
HIGHLIGHT OF THE DAY
Design Interview of the Day
DESIGN INTERVIEW OF THE DAY
Designer of the Day
DESIGNER OF THE DAY