leff | tube watch, ø 38mm, brass | design piet hein eek

the 'tube watch' by piet hein eek is part of a series in which tube material is the basic design element. the dial is an internally toothed, extruded metal ring that forms a unit with the case. the precise workmanship, the brushed material and the industrial-looking character of the wristwatch attract attention.
Contemporary designer Piet Hein Eek has found his guiding principle in dealing with materials, both old and new. The Dutchman has made a name for himself in furniture design in particular: reworking old furniture is not a new idea, but developing modern design from bulky waste goes far beyond recycling and upcycling - a sensitive approach to objective design.